Hudson Shopping and Dining
Hudson is located in the heart of the Hudson Valley and centrally located to the areas best historic and cultural attractions. Hudson is home to wonderful shopping and dining, all within walking distance from The Croff House. Restaurants such as DABA and Swoon have received critical acclaim from such notable publications as The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Ca' Mea, consistently recognized by the Zagat Restaurant Guide as an outstanding destination for lunch or dinner, is also an excellent choice on Warren Street. Finally, after three years in the making, we're excited to announce that Helsinki Hudson restaurant open to rave reviews.
Venues such as the Hudson Opera House, Stageworks, and Time and Space Limited continually present compelling programs to appeal to a wide variety of artistic tastes.
Many areas of the City of Hudson are recognized landmarks, including Willard Place where The Croff House is located. The stunning architecture of the homes around the City of Hudson showcase the rich history and diverse past of the area.
Historic Sites
Columbia, Dutchess and Greene Counties boast some of the most well preserved historic landmarks in the country. Visitors to these well-preserved sites are taken back to another era and a time in America's history.
A few of the wonderful historic landmarks include:
- Olana, the home of Frederick Church
- The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse
- Cedar Grove, the home of Thomas Cole
- Lindenwald, home of Martin Van Buren, 8th President of the United States
- The Vanderbilt Mansion
- The Franklin D. Roosevelt Library and Museum
Cultural Activities
In addition to those listed above, many wonderful music and theater options are available to The Croff House guests. Concerts, plays, musicals, and readings are just a sampling of the offerings presented by local organizations. Bard College, The Mac-Hayden Theater, and others provide an ever changing schedule of events for area visitors. The addition of Helsinki Hudson brings a new level of entertainment and dining to Hudson. Helsinki Hudson, "chooses artists who improve the world through their music and who make our lives and our community a more vibrant place to be."
Outdoor Activities
Hudson is truly a year-round destination. Whether your interest is golfing, kayaking, hiking, biking, skiing or snowmobiling there is something for everyone. We'd be happy to provide you with more information to meet your specific interests. Just let us know.
