Courteous, attentive and kind staff, except for (I would have to only assume the general manager…read morebecause as a soul proprietor and long, long, long time business specialist I would never imagine of handling a new client in the way he engaged with me last night). Cold, demanding and unapproachable, yikes where did you get this guy, straight off the set of Goondock Saintz. I awoke last night from my slumber craving a nice juicy steak and they were the only game around. I had gone there 5-10 years back, can't remember exactly, as that evening and experience was completely different. Fast forward I was given a delicious well priced steak and amazing mashed potatoes. The only critique was that there was no steak sauce (salt and pepper would have been nice too), which I thought crazy being a steakhouse and serving such an epic steak. Perhaps if it were my establishment I would prepare a signature "Mansion" homemade steak sauce, that would really have been a nice surprise and easily executed. Then it could be bottled and served as a memory to customers, a reminder that they take pride in their steak and is inline with the luxury established by the brand and would elevate even further. I kindly asked to speak with the DJ to make a request. I was escorted to him and he was able to provide the most excellent service. He continued to turn it up showing his ability as not just a DJ but a true performer and the lifeblood of the party. Him and I were vibing which made me extremely comfortable because I am a survivor of childhood Catholic abuse since the age of 4. So having a safe place to reintegrate myself around beautiful women and make a connection with a solid human being as the DJ as well with the other staff members, I was shocked of how the manager "handled me", as if I were just some punk not deserving of decency and respect as a person and not just as prey for money (I know the feeling of being "prey" very well) Not appreciated and being treated with such disregard I left out. Honestly I'm not sure if I'd go back as I have ZERO TOLERANCE for disrespect and machismo BS for it has taken me over forty years to overcome. I was looking forward to trying the Ribeye but only time will tell. Thank you to the rest of the staff for your beauty, style and smiles you would be the only reason to return and try that ribeye! (oh yeah, and the dancer stiffed me $10 on my change, but I let it go because it seemed petty and something lite and didn't want to argue over it but it's the principle of it you know, peace out JPW)

Delicious food, beautiful girls and friendly staff. There's nothing left to be desired at this…read moreclub. It's a really nice place to stop and hang out.

Another great historical estate in the Hudson River Valley region. This free park/ estate has many…read moreinteresting attractions including a villa you can tour, miles of walking paths, gardens and an event venue. When we arrived on a gloomy Saturday there was only one car in the parking lot. We were not sure it was even open but it was. The staff member was very friendly. I had no idea of the history of this place and its connection to the famous inventor Samuel Morse. I wish we lived closer so I could spend more time in this area exploring the history of places like Locust Grove.

Love going to Locust Grove! It's such a cute place for parties, business meetings etc. Always clean…read moreand the grounds are gorgeous too!

First time visiting a presidental library and opted to tour the FDR home because we have the…read morelifetime park pass. Yes, sometimes I'm cheap . While we waited for the tour, we walked the grounds which includes a working vegetable garden and rose garden that was being re-done. FDR and his wife are buried there. The house is very cool because it takes you back in time and the guide was very knowledgeable. It's a nice historical stop on a great piece of land. Beautiful in fact! Parking is free, nice visitor center with a cafe and short movie that runs every half hour. Enjoy!

Did the tours of the three historic sites in the Hyde Park area. We were lucky as it was Fee Free…read moreday so we were able to visit the Presidential library as a bonus. The house holds so much history and covers Franklin Roosevelt's life from childhood to his older years. He is buried on the grounds. The Rangers give a detailed history and answer questions concerning the estate.

Does everyone know that you can catch the Walkway Tram at any point on the Walkway?…read more Flag down the Friends of the Walkway volunteers and hitch a ride to the other side or one of the Tram pick up spots (marked with an A frame.) The ride over is such a fun way to experience the views of the city and the river. Signed, The Mocktail Madam

I'm so glad I stumbled across Walkway Over the Hudson while exploring Google Maps…read more We were in the area to visit the Mid‑Hudson Discovery Museum and realized the elevator up to the bridge was right nearby, so we decided to check it out first. My son was hesitant while we waited, but once we stepped inside, the staff member operating the elevator was incredibly friendly and put him at ease. The moment we stepped onto the bridge, the views were beautiful. We wandered around, read the dedication plaques, and my son immediately wanted to run everywhere -- he didn't want to leave! We eventually convinced him because the museum was next on our list, but he made it clear he wanted to come back. We'll definitely return and walk the full length next time. Such a great find.

Carnwath Farms Park was a huge discovery, and boy, it's a beautiful treat to stop at. The trail…read morethat runs through this park is called the Wappinger Greenway Trail with so many surroundings to explore, and also views to observe across the Hudson River, specifically, to the south and west, Newburgh, West Point, and The Hudson Highlands State Park, to the north, Mid Hudson Bridge, and east, a bit of Fishkill with not a whole lot of viewing. The trail starts as you enter the park, beginning on the right side before the parking lot. There are a couple of spots to park right at the trailhead. It mainly parallels the Hudson River in the woods with a couple of fields until finally reaching more fields. Following the signs, it will end toward Wheeler Hill Road with a downhill with woods. This may go down as my favorite park in the Hudson Valley. The judging belongs to you.

Interesting historical site to learn about FDR that includes the museum, house, clean visitor…read morecenter with shop and grounds. We were fortunate to come on a day they had a Revcon event, a reenactment and activities to celebrate our 250th birthday. They had a schedule for the day with oxen, butter making, historical games and information, a reenactment with musket, etc. Additionally we did a self-guided tour (45 minutes) of the house because it was the weekend; I think a guided tour would have been nice to get more tid bits. Unless you have a national park pass, there's a cost for the house and the museum. If you only want to do one, I'd personally choose the museum. The museum was very well done and interesting to walk through. It's a good size and you go through his life, presidency and Eleanor too. Stop into Hyde Park for a bite too.

I've never been to a presidential library before, so I didn't know what to expect, and I also…read moredidn't know that much about FDR. I think the combination of these two things made for a great visit, because I felt like I learned a lot which made my experience more enjoyable. The museum is extensive, and even had a small section devoted to his little dog. There is rather sizable section for Eleanor as well, and a lovely statue of them both sitting on a park bench on the grounds. It was an excellent way to spend a rainy afternoon in the area!

Ommgggg my kids had the most amazing time this year. I love…read morethe new organized method in which they have setup for Covid restrictions. Last year there were random kids running around knocking over all the other kids and it was very crowded. I personally don't like to be jam packed with other families and this year was so perfect. Reminded me of mini golf when you just wait your turn for the next hole. But there was barely any wait, and any time we took to wait we were interacting with our own family. This place will be a staple for every Christmas to come! The Santa was beautiful with a real natural beard and happy smile, he made long conversation with my kids and really loved being Santa. The Christmas robot, the elf and snow, the light display - all so worth every Penny you spend here!! Can't wait for next year!!!

Was given a free family 4-pack. Next time I'll refuse the free tickets…read more I'd feel terrible if I had paid to access this place. It wasn't anything special or extraordinary to warrant the price they charger per person. I walked slow and was still finished in 30 minutes. I'd definitely pass on this. Maybe it's worthwhile for Halloween.

Really great. This place should not be called Inn At…read moreTwaalfskill. It should be called The Nancy Show. I say that in the most respectful way and only mean to say that I'm guessing the whole shebang would be next to nothing without her touch, her oversight and her attention to detail. The detail in the rooms, the perfection at breakfast, the lovingly manicured grounds, assorted wonderful nooks... at first I was wondering what there is to DO in Highland and, to be honest, I'm still not sure... but given the bike path, beautiful scenery and Inn At Twaalfkill, I'm not sure what else you need. I'm not always a fan of B and Bs... they can tend to be a little twee and you feel like you have to tiptoe around... partially because the walls in a good hotel are much thicker, the spaces less cramped, your anonymity more protected. There may be a bit of that tip-toeing here (the floors are pretty squeaky and you are worried that you are making too much noise for someone on a different sleeping schedule) but that is the only downside. We had just spent two nights in a pretty nice hotel in Beacon. The room was over 50% more expensive than here and, while large enough, there was not one square foot of horizontal space to put anything down in the bathroom.... The room at Inn at Twaalfill had so much guest-friendly space (especially in the bathroom), you would not likely have a use for all of it. If all B&Bs were this great and this price, I would never stay anywhere else.

This is our favorite place to stay. Nancy is a warm and welcoming host, and she makes every stay…read moreextra special! Everything is impeccably clean. Breakfast is a culinary delight of the senses. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. The common areas welcome you to sit in the sunroom, by the fire, or in a private outdoor nook to read, have a drink, or watch a thunderstorm or some softly falling snow. Tea, water, Nespresso, and coffee are always available along with some delectable baked delight. Nancy is always full of great ideas for things to do and places to eat. A walk or bike on the nearby rail trail to the river is always beautiful. This is our place to reset, recharge, and relax.

This was my first time staying at a bed & breakfast, and it exceeded my expectations! It's the…read moreperfect location for a cozy weekend getaway in Beacon. It is about 25 minute walk/5 min drive from the train station and Main street. Lynn was a very gracious host and made us feel right at home. The breakfast includes fresh fruit, croissants, and home-made quiche with coffee and OJ. Couldn't have asked for anything more and I look forward to staying again in the future!

Had a wonderful 2 day getaway to the town of Beacon, where the highlight was truly the stay at the…read moreChrystie House. As a lover of all things vintage/antique, walking into the Chrystie House was a dream come true. It truly felt like being transported back to more than a century ago. The rooms were furnished in a historical style and even the bathroom was adorably retro. Each morning we were warmly greeted by our host Lynn, who provided a delicious homemade breakfast. Like the beautiful home, she was charming and delightful. She even gave us great insight about the Dia Beacon. The Chrystie house is an easy 20 minute walk to Dia Beacon and the Main Street, so it is easily accessible from all the main highlights of the town. I highly recommend staying at this charming B&B!

Very cool distillery and restaurant in the Hudson Valley. I can't really speak to the service…read morebecause I was there with a large group of college alumni (nearly one hundred folks). But the food was so well prepared that it should be recognized. We started with a very tasty pork belly bao with hoisin sauce. Their house salad was a very well presented and interesting salad. But they knocked it out of the park with their entrees: roasted branzino with asparagus in a beurre blanc sauce and a strip steak served on a bed of caramelized onions and mushrooms in a bordelaise sauce. In particular, the steak, ordered medium rare, came out tender and perfectly cooked, and was of very high quality. Finally the sticky toffee pudding cake was served warm and was delicious. I would highly recommend the food here. Kudos to the chef!

Title: Exceptional Tour and Truly World-Class Spirits…read more My visit to the Hudson House Distillery was an outstanding experience, elevated by a personal tour with the founder, Charles. The location itself is breathtaking, set in a beautifully restored historic mansion right on the Hudson River. However, the real highlight was getting a behind-the-scenes look at their distillation process. Charles was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate as he walked us through their production of rye, bourbon, gin, and vodka. A must-try is their vodka, which Charles proudly explained is distilled a remarkable 12 times. I can confidently say it is the best vodka I have ever sampled--exceptionally smooth. I was also impressed by their other spirits: Northwest Passage Gin: This gin stands out because it uses naturally soft water sourced directly from their artesian wells. Black Creek Bourbon: I was fortunate enough to sample a limited Founder's Batch of this bourbon. It is truly hand-crafted, made using limestone-softened natural artesian well water. The depth of care and quality put into every bottle is evident, and the personal details shared by the founder made the spirits taste even better. If you have the chance, I highly recommend asking for the tour--it provides an incredible appreciation for the craftsmanship at Hudson House Distillery.