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Innisfree Garden

4.6 (45 reviews)

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Ashley G.

It was my first time here. I would come back every few years or so. We bought our tickets 2 or 3 days before our arrival and you're given a 2 hour time frame to enjoy the garden. Parking is in the garden and there are three porta potties. We started the walk around the lake which I believe is about 1.2 miles , which is a one way only walk. We walked up the hill which is essentially stoned steps and walked another route to get to the garden. Walking around the lake was really nice seeing all the lily pads in the lake. And surprisingly not much insects or at least we didn't pay attention to them. We walked extended trails throughout the garden. We could have walked more but the heat beat us to it. Note that there was no service in the garden which was fine by me. All in all, it was a relaxing time and especially needed now since we're mostly indoors. It was also great because there wasn't a lot of people and everyone kept their distance by like a lot.

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Heather M.

PROS: - scenic and idyllic - tranquil - beautiful backdrop for any photo - lots of great photo options and spots - quiet - may see small animals - clean/landscaped - great for dates and small groups - plenty of diff trees and plant species CONS: - small-ish parking lot (but sufficient) - narrow road inside driving area - no bathrooms, only port-a-potties Oh, it's so lovely here! My husband and I took a drive up here on a fall day to enjoy the fall foliage around the Hudson valley and in this park. It's really lovely and worth a visit. Pictures are great, but they don't do it justice. We came during Covid in 2021, and you have to buy tickets and reservations online (I think they were $11/person). Reservations are timed so you have to arrive within your paid time slot (timed 2-3 hr slot). If you want to see most things and get the most bang for your buck, it takes about a good 90min to walk around the park at a leisurely pace. When we arrived we were greeted by a park attendant (Gail) who gives you a brief overview of the park and paths you can take and they will also give you a map. The park is nicely laid out and all paths kind of meander around the main points of the park/lawn, so you don't miss much no matter what path/trail you take. There are some really lovely spots and so many beautiful trees in almost every color of the rainbow. We loved it so much that we are putting Innisfree on our annual spring & fall trips.

Mr F G And Mrs M S.

Wow, this place is amazing! Beautiful Japanese and Chinese influenced garden. Great view! Very nice place to take a walk, enjoying a beautiful warm sunny day. It is very peaceful and quiet inside. We love this place. The entrance fee is $10. It is definitely worth it.

Ami A.

This secret garden located in Millbrook was definitely off the beaten path. I found it on a Hudson Valley posting big and researched and learned it was Martha Stewart's favorite place to take guests. They only accept reservations. Book ahead. Also wear good walking shoes as they are lots of exposed root systems. The walk around the cup style Asian gardens is about a mile and a half. They have time slots with your reservation to space people out. It's a magnificent garden. A very special place!

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ZhuZhu L.

I want to give this place 10 stars! I don't want this place to become a tourist attraction because it's the most beautiful garden I have ever been. What make this place very special is because the inspiration from scroll paintings of the 8th-century Chinese poet and painter Wang Wei. It's a beautiful view from all angels. This is very different from the European garden landscape. Look into classical Chinese culture, especially by Wang Wei (王維) (698-761) who created scroll paintings and poems about gardens in the Wang-ch'uan cycle. I spent more than 3 hours in this breath taking place on a summer summer day. I wonder how it looks in the fall and winter.

Adriana F.

It was so wonderful to come back to Innisfree this past weekend, the special place where we got engaged a few years ago. With Covid still lurking in our midst, you must now secure tickets to Innisfree online and pick a time slot on when you want to visit. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and children (ages 5-15). The garden is open rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. With your $10 ticket purchase, you get an unforgettable 3 1/4 hours in the most beautiful gardens I've ever been to. Innisfree is recognized as one of the "world's ten best gardens." If you're visiting Hyde Park, Innisfree is a mere 25 minute drive from there and it's worth the trip. Also if you do plan on going, wear comfortable shoes as the terrain is not always even. If you're a plant lover like myself, they sometimes have some of their potted plants for sale at the little check in booth.

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Great staff beautiful gardens. Very nice trail. Very relaxing local and nearby Millbrook is lovely

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A fantastic hidden gem in the Hudson Valley. Beautiful gardens, interesting structure and easy trails. Highly recommended.

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So beautiful. Spent a lovely day with friends at Innisfree Garden. Absolutely worth the visit you will not be disappointed

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My daughter was married here, it is Beautiful. Great place to meditate or just walk. A bit of everything.

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