Activities in the Area
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is centrally located to a variety of activities that appeal to all walks of life. From the eco – aware or the oenophile to the outdoor adventurer – Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa has allure for all!
Local Wineries, Farms & Orchards
Surrounded by rolling hills and glacial carved knolls, the Hudson Valley has long been known for its agricultural bounty. Grape vines and apple trees thrive in the well drained soils of the Hudson Valley’s hillsides and bluffs. Be sure to check out these local favorites during your visit with us!
Just a few miles south of us in the town of Marlboro, Benmarl Winery boasts to be the oldest vineyard in America! Be sure to listen to their story as you get a guided tour through the winery and enjoy a tasting in their beautiful wine tasting room. Purchase a bottle of their wine and enjoy a leisurely stroll along their hilltop grounds while taking in awe-inspiring vistas of the Hudson Valley.
Stoutridge Vineyard
In the neighboring town of Marlboro, Stoutridge Vineyard offers more to the history of the Hudson Valley! Located on the base of a ridge where grapes have been grown for over 200 years, Stoutridge works to gain sustainability. With wines made from locally grown grapes and the use of geothermal energy, Stoutridge attracts the eco-friendly and aware as well as the wine enthusiast!
The Shawngunk Mountains (pronounced “shong – gum” but locally and lovingly coined “the gunks”) border the Mid – Hudson Valley to the west and offer a majestic back drop for many of our local wineries. The Shawngunk Wine Trail showcases 11 wineries, 10 of which are family owned, along with a plethora of other farms & orchards to visit along the way.
Meet me in Marlborough is a group of Milton & Marlboro, farmers & businesspeople working together to promote local agriculture and tourism to a regional market. Local farms, orchards & wineries offer activities year round! Check in with MMIM while planning your stay with us!
Parks & Preserves
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is located near an abundance of NY state parks and Scenic Hudson preserves. These parks and preserves offer scenic views on thousands of acres of natural forest.
Just 25 miles from Buttermilk Falls, Minnewaska State Park offers nature at its best. Open all year long and easily accessible by car, Lake Minnewaska offers swimming in the summer and its shore line is the perfect spot for a picturesque picnic! Minnewaska State Park offers hiking and biking on well manicured gravel carriage paths. For the more rugged hikers there are miles of hiking trails with panoramic views of the surrounding area. Minnewaska State Park doesn’t want the cold weather to stop you from enjoying the local beauty and offers groomed cross country skiing trails and snow shoeing! Trail map
Recent restoration of one of the areas landmark architectural features breathes new life into an old railroad bridge which spans the Hudson River from Highland to Poughkeepsie. The Walkway over the Hudson offers a magnificent display of the Hudson River and its surrounding Valley. Walk, Stroll, Run or Bike this impressive 1.25 mile traverse across the Hudson River making it the longest pedestrian walkway in the country! Check this record breaker off your to-do list! Trail map
Franny Reese Scenic Hudson Preserve
Named after one of Scenic Hudsons’ founding members, Franny Reese preserve offers trails featuring the Hudson River, the FDR Mid Hudson Bridge and ruins of old estate houses. The preserve is also linked to the Walkway over the Hudson VIA Johnson – Iorio memorial park. Just 2.5 miles north of Buttermilk Falls, the Franny Reese Preserve is a close option for a quick hike or a relaxing stroll. Trail map
Black Creek Scenic Hudson Preserve
Beautiful riverside views of the Hudson are in abundance on this preserve! This preserve was purchased by Scenic Hudson to save it from development, and it now leads a duel – life as an education center for local communities and a recreational area for all to enjoy! Trail map
The Hudson River Valley is fortunate enough to have organizations set on not only preserving the area’s natural beauty but allowing these areas to be accessible to the public. Scenic Hudson has many parks throughout the area surrounding Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa. Check with their website while planning your stay with us!
Shopping & Antiquing
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa may be your getaway in the country; however it is still a great spot to set up camp for a weekend full of shopping and antiquing!
Wodbury Commons Premium Outlets
Woodbury Commons is just one NYS Thruway exit South of Newburgh, NY. Just about 35 minutes south of Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa. Spend a day browsing & perusing the premium outlets then head back to Buttermilk to recuperate for your next Hudson Valley activity! Site map and Store list
A bit of the old and a bit of the new join together to deliver a unique shopping experience for our guests in the Village of New Paltz. Home of the historical landmark Huguenot Street, New Paltz offers the inquisitive shopper a bit of American history along with a variety of boutiques. The State University at New Paltz infuses the local scene with a youthful vibe that delivers handmade items created by students as well as local artists. Shop list
Here at Buttermilk we like to think of Rhinebeck as our little slice of a “New England Town”. Stroll along the streets and peer into boutiques featuring handmade goods and antiques. Shop list
Beacon offers a variety of wonderful dining, antiquing and art galleries. DIA Beacon is a local favorite and a world renowned modern art gallery.
Well known for its individuality Woodstock offers an array of great shopping, music and dining!
History & Art
The Hudson Valley region is full of history! Check out these great attractions!
Colleges & Universities
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is centrally located to six colleges and universities. If you are a potential student looking to tour some campuses or would enjoy a leisurely walk on beautiful campus grounds, Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is the place to be!