There is an article in the Poughkeepsie Journal today about the town of Stanford updating their master plan.  There are several other towns in the area doing this now also. 

It is nice to read that the residents of the town have been encouraged to participate and help shape the future of their town.  You can read the entire article here:  http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20090422/OPINION01/904220301

Give me a call if I can help you with selling or buying a home in the Mid-Hudson Valley.  You can reach me at 845-224-5238 or check out my website at www.realestaterhinebeckny.com  

Disclaimer:  The information provided herein is supplied by Diana Corcoran and is subject to change without notice.  The "Rhinebeck/Red Hook Real Estate Blog by Diana"  does not guarantee or is any way responsible for its accuracy, and provides said information without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Entries on this blog represent the opinions and ideas of the author.  This blog  does not express the views of Realty-Executives  Williams-Sykes Realty , Inc  or those of the principal broker.

General Information

Hyde Park, New York, is a beautiful town located in Northern Dutchess County, New York, in the Hudson River Valley. The Hudson River borders Hyde Park on the East.

The area known as Hyde Park today was originally settled in 1742 by Jake Stoutenburg and was known as Stoutenburg. In 1812 the town was officially named Hyde Park.

The population of Hyde Park is approximately 21,000 according to the 2000 census. Hyde Park is approximately 40 square miles. The local people recognize certain areas of Hyde Park by different names but none are separate municipalities. These areas include East Park, West Park and Staatsburg.

Hyde Park has a town center along Route 9 and there you will find the town hall, the library, shopping, dining and all the routine services such as banking, gas stations, dry cleaners and doctor's offices.

Hyde Park is about 65 miles south of Albany (the state capital), 47 miles from Danbury, Connecticut, and 85 miles from New York City. Hyde Park is about 8 or 9 miles from the Taconic State Parkway and is therefore easily reached from New York City.

Poughkeepsie borders Hyde Park on the south and there you will find the county offices, the Galleria Mall, the multi plex movie theater and the Mid Hudson Bridge which will give you access to the New York State Thruway.

Schools

Hyde Park is served by the Hyde Park Central School District. The district services about 4,500 students in five K-5 schools, one middle school and one high school.

Government

Hyde Park has a Town Government and it is managed by a Town Supervisor.

Things to Do

Hyde Park is home to many wonderful historic sites. Among them are the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt which includes the Presidential Library, Valkill which is the home of Eleanor Roosevelt, the Vanderbilt Mansion and the Mills Mansion.

Also located in Hyde Park is the world famous Culinary Institute of America where many of the world's finest chefs study. The CIA has 5 restaurants that are open to the public year round and a wonderful gift shop/book store.

Housing

Hyde Park offers a mix of homes including homes from the 1800's, 1900's and even new construction. There are many small subdivisions in Hyde Park, several condominium complexes, a fifty five plus community and several apartment complexes.

Newspapers

The local newspapers are:

• The Hyde Park Townsman
• Kingston Freeman
• Poughkeepsie Journal
• Register Star

Airports

Hyde Park is serviced by the 3 major New York City airports in addition to 3 regional airports. Albany International Airport in Albany, Stewart Airport in Newburgh and Westchester County Airport in White Plains.

Weather

The Hyde Park area has four distinct seasons all with their own appeal. Spring and summer bring lush green foliage to our mountains and farmlands and the river beckon boaters to enjoy the scenery. In the fall the Hudson Valley is a blaze of color and in winter our moderate snowfall is wonderful for sledding locally or skiing and snowboarding in the nearby Catskill and Berkshire mountains.

Surrounding Towns

Hyde Park is surrounded by many other beautiful towns all with their own unique personalities. They are: Rhinebeck, Clinton, Staatsburg, Salt Point, Pleasant Valley, Red Hook and Poughkeepsie. The major shopping centers are located in Poughkeepsie.

April is Autism Awareness Month.  The Anderson Center for Autism is in

Staatsburg and they provide invaluable services to children and adults with Autism and spectrum disorders.  Did you know a new case of Autism is diagnosed every 20 minutes?  Did you know that more children will be diagnosed with Autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes and cancer combined?  To learn more about autism and spectrum disorders you can go to www.autism.com   

Coppola's Italian & American Bistro on Albany Post Road in Hyde Park is doing their part to help raise funds for the Anderson Center.  Drop by for lunch or dinner on Thursday April 30th and mention The Anderson Center and a portion of what you spend on food and drink will be donated to the center.  Please mention the Anderson Center when paying your check so your participation will be included in the fund raiser.

So, go enjoy some great food and help make a difference in the lives of the children and adults The Anderson Center serves.

Today, which happens to be Earth Day, I attended a Rhinebeck Area Chamber of Commerce meeting at the Anderson Center for Autism. The speaker was Patrice Strong.  Patrice is a consultant who provides marketing and education research to over 20 counties in New York for the New York State Energy & Development Authority (NYSERDA).

Her presentation was very informative and she shared valuable information on how consumers and businesses can save energy and get tax credits, rebates, low cost loans and other incentives to encourage all of us to become more energy efficient.

NYSERDA's website is packed with information on how to save both energy and money.  There is also a section on the new Federal Tax Credits for 2009-2010 that are part of the new stimulis package.  I suggest you check it out!  The website is: www.NYSERDA.org.

Happy Earth Day!

Give me a call if I can help you with selling or buying a home in the Rhinebeck, NY area.  You can reach me at 845-224-5238 or check out my website at www.realestaterhinebeckny.com  

Disclaimer:  The information provided herein is supplied by Diana Corcoran and is subject to change without notice.  The "Rhinebeck/Red Hook Real Estate Blog by Diana"  does not guarantee or is any way responsible for its accuracy, and provides said information without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Entries on this blog represent the opinions and ideas of the author.  This blog  does not express the views of Realty-Executives  Williams-Sykes Realty , Inc  or those of the principal broker.

Come take a look at this wonderful home.  You have to see the sun room to believe it!  I hope to see your there.

Diana Corcoran, Associate Broker | Realty Executives Williams-Sykes Realty | 845-485-9960 48 Spencer Drive, Red Hook, NY Immaculate home in Red Hook School District...the sunroom is unbelievable! 3BR/1BA Single Family House offered at $274,900 Year Built 1971 Sq Footage 1,530 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 1.01 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION This ranch is light filled, pristine and spacious. Large eat in kitchen, open floor plan, an incredible sun room on a very private lot in the Red Hook school district. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES Fireplace High/Vaulted ceiling Hardwood floor OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES 400 square foot sunroom   ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Contact info: Diana Corcoran, Associate Broker Realty Executives Williams-Sykes Realty 845-485-9960 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Apr 16, 2009, 4:41pm PDT     This home is listed by my colleague Lee Gosney, Associate Broker and is posted with her permission.

There will be an Open House on Friday April 17th from 4PM - 7PM at this historic home located at 63 Montgomery Street in Poughkeepsie.

If you have been looking to purchase a historic home this home should not be missed.  Join us for some wine and cheese and take a tour of this magnificent home.

Diana Corcoran, Associate Broker | Realty Executives Williams-Sykes Realty | 845-485-9960 63 Montgomery, Poughkeepsie, NY Registered with historical society, magnificent renovation, 6 bedrooms! 6BR/2BA Single Family House   offered at $369,000 Year Built 1868 Sq Footage 2,700 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 3 Parking 2 Lot Size 0.13 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION An oasis in the city! Totally remodeled 3 story Victorian. Gas fireplaces in living room and kitchen. Granite countertops and high end bathrooms.   see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES Fireplace High/Vaulted ceiling Hardwood floor Living room Dining room Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove/Oven Microwave Granite countertop Stainless steel appliances   ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Contact info: Diana Corcoran, Associate Broker Realty Executives Williams-Sykes Realty 845-485-9960 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Apr 16, 2009, 1:33pm PDT     This home is listed with my colleague Len Nelson and posted with his permission.  For additional information on this home you can call Len at (845)266-3877.

Does anyone else remember this from their childhood?  "Spring has sprung, the grass has ris, I wonder where the flowers is!"

If your home is for sale in the Hudson Valley potential buyers may be thinking that about your home.  They may not be expecting a lot of flowers just yet but they are expecting the exterior of your house and your yard to look "fresh as a daisy."

Curb appeal cannot be over emphasized.  Now is the time to improve your curb appeal and make your house stand out above the rest.
The following things will go a long way to making your house more appealing.

1. Cean up any leaves that have fallen since you raked in the fall.
2. Power wash the outside of your house, don't forget the garage door.
3. Put out a fresh welcome mat.
4. Remove any dead plants from your flower beds.
5. Put down a layer of fresh mulch.
6. Put a fresh coat of paint on your front door and shine up the hardware.
7. Make sure there are no weeds or grass growing between the spaces of any stone work.
8. Put some planters on your front porch with hardy plants (pansys work well) for some color.
9. When the weather is warmer plant some colorful annuals in clusters for a pop of color.
10. Be sure to weed your flower beds and remove any dead flowers through out the summer.

The very first impression of your home is when the buyers pull up in the car with their agent.  What they see will set the tone for what they expect to see inside.  Many buyers will assume if the exterior is neglected so is the rest of the home.

Give me a call if I can help you with selling or buying a home in the Rhinebeck, NY area.  You can reach me at 845-224-5238 or check out my website at www.realestaterhinebeckny.com  

Statistics used in this blog post were obtained from Mid Hudson MLS.

Disclaimer:  The information provided herein is supplied by Diana Corcoran and is subject to change without notice.  The “Rhinebeck/Red Hook Real Estate Blog by Diana”  does not guarantee or is any way responsible for its accuracy, and provides said information without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Entries on this blog represent the opinions and ideas of the author.  This blog  does not express the views of Realty-Executives  Williams-Sykes Realty , Inc  or those of the principal broker.

Tune in to First Look NYC on Saturday Arpil 11th at 7:30PM to see a spot on Rhinebeck!  In our area that is NBC, Channel 4.  Pedro Andrade, host of one of LX TV's shows visited Rhinebeck for 2 days a while back. 

They were at Omega Institute, Terrapin, Belvader Mansion, Hummingbird Jewelers, the new Gazen Gallery and Asher House Antiques.

If you miss the telecast you can go to www.lxtv.com/1stlooknewyork after the show has aired and see it there.

Who knows, maybe you will see yourself in the crowd!

If you have an interest in buying or selling a home in the Rhinebeck area give me a call at (845)876-0473

or visit my website at www.realestaterhinebeckny.com

Disclaimer:  The information provided herein is supplied by Diana Corcoran and is subject to change without notice.  The "Rhinebeck/Red Hook Real Estate Blog by Diana"  does not guarantee or is any way responsible for its accuracy, and provides said information without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Entries on this blog represent the opinions and ideas of the author.  This blog  does not express the views of Realty-Executives  Williams-Sykes Realty , Inc  or those of the principal broker.