This was the home of Janet Livingston Montgomery a member of one of the largest land owning families of the time. Alexander Jackson Davis a well known architect of the time was responsible for the design.
Montgomery Place was constructed in 1805 on 434 beautiful acres with views of the Hudson River and Catskills Mountains. The beautiful grounds showcase lovely roses and herb gardens as well as an orchard. Just the other day I took a leisurely walk on the grounds, enjoyed the great views, the beautiful hemlock trees, walked down a long path until I ended up at a great waterfall that Montgomery Place shares with Bard College.
When you complete your tour besides getting a gift at the gift shops, you can also pick up other gift items as well as fresh produce at Montgomery Place Farm Stand on Route 9G.
Location
P.O. Box 32
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
845-758-5264
Directions
Recently, I have been telling people about places they could visit closer to home and this is certainly one of them. While in Red Hook, don't quit after seeing Montgomery Place. Go down the road to the Richard B. Fisher Center at Bard college and check out the Bard Summerscape schedule for a show that appeals to you. if you can't stay for the show I am sure you will be glad to get the opportunity to see this distinctive Frank Gehry designed building.
Author:
Jennifer Fivelsdal - Keller Williams Realty Team- 845-758-6842 - jennifer@jfivehomes.com
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Jennifer, That place is where I would be spending a lot of time if I lived up there. The beauty along the Hudson always amazes me. Thank you for a lovely video.