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Olana another Hudson Valley Historic Gem

By Jennifer Fivelsdal

Real Estate Broker/Owner with JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 10491201242

November 23, 2007 01:23 AM

Yesterday I wanted to take a walk so my husband and son accompanied me to the grounds at Olana. This is one of the most beautiful properties in the area sited high above the Hudson River. With the leaves off the trees I had an awesome view not just of the Hudson River but also of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge which connects the Greeport area to the Catskills.

What is Olana? It was once the home of Frederic Church of the Hudson River School of landscape painting. And what a place to paint from; you couldn't have asked for more spectacular views. Church himself referred to the place as "The center of the world".

This property is now a historic site and is available for tours. If you are planing a trip to the area this is certainly a place to see. And if you are an artist it is a must.

The architecture has both Victorian and Persian influence

Side view of Olana

Olana Tower

Beautiful views

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Portland Oregon Real Estate | Alecia Barnes - Broker

Portland, OR

Wow, what a gorgeous place, it must have been a treat for you all to visit. Great job, and beautiful photos!

Nov 23, 2007 03:09 AM

Rosario Lewis

DDR Realty - Newburgh, NY

GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY

There is a lot for the student of architecture to see on a visit to the Hudson Valley. Olana is one of many unique, historic buildings located there.

Nov 23, 2007 03:17 AM

George Souto

George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT

Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Jennifer the view of the Hudson River had to of been unbelievable from up there. I hope you had a great time with your family.

Nov 23, 2007 01:08 PM

Ray Saenz

Exit Realty Laredo - Laredo, TX

Homes for Sale in Laredo, TX - Texas, Realtor

Jennifer,

Astonishing photos, I always love to check what you will post, hope that you had a great day.

Ray Saenz

Nov 23, 2007 02:29 PM

Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Alecia- It is truly a beautiful setting. If you are ever in the area make sure this is on your list of place to visit.

Rosario - You are so right, it is truly a unique building and would be especially fascinating to architectural students

George - No wonder Church considered it "The Center of the World". From all sides he had spectacular views with the Hudson River as the focal point. My family and I had a great time; it is close enough that sometimes we go just to walk the grounds.

Ray - It is really a place worth visiting.

Nov 23, 2007 08:29 PM

DDR Realty

Orange County NY

The views from the property are breathtaking. And most people are in awe when touring the property.

Nov 23, 2007 10:06 PM

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc - Hubert, NC

Hello Jennifer,
What a gorgeous place and view! How fortunate you are to be close enough to be able to walk the grounds.

Nov 24, 2007 05:47 AM

Ann Heitland

Retired from RE/MAX Peak Properties - Flagstaff, AZ

Retired from Flagstaff Real Estate Sales

beautiful views, indeed. Looks like an interesting place

Nov 24, 2007 05:53 AM

Jo-Anne Smith

Oakville, ON

Jennifer, Olana is certainly a very beautiful place.....Perhaps you would consider reposting this and adding it to the Heritage Properties, Historic Sites and Antiques Group. I'd like to feature it there...

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Nov 24, 2007 09:14 AM

Ginger S

Wilkinson & Associates, Wilmington NC - Wilmington, NC

Wilmington NC Real Estate & Relocation~

Jennifer, What an exquisite place and those views. I am kicking myself we never made a trip there when we lived so close!

Ginger

Nov 24, 2007 01:33 PM

Thesa Chambers

West + Main - Bend, OR

Principal Broker - Licensed in Oregon

Oh my gosh - I love history and this is a GEM - thank you so much for sharing with us

Nov 25, 2007 06:20 AM

Ginger - I am sure you will get the opportunity to come back this way to visit friends. If you do this place would be worth seeing.

Thesa - You would certainly enjoy seeing it. The views are also breathtaking.

Nov 25, 2007 12:15 PM

Brian Schulman

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Lancaster PA - Lancaster, PA

Lancaster County PA RealEstate Expert 717-951-5552

Jennifer, I wasn't familiar with Olana - what a beautiful place...

Nov 25, 2007 01:04 PM

Brian - It is certainly worth a visit and the great thing about this area is that there are also other terrific homes nearby for you to see also.

Nov 25, 2007 08:41 PM

Olana another Hudson Valley Historic Gem

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