"Begin with Alexandria Bay, where Boldt Castle perches on a 5-acre island like something from a fantasy novel. Gardens, waterfront views-this is a place that turns a weekend into a king's retreat. Then there's Aurora, snug on Lake Cayuga, with inns overlooking the water, farm fields at the edge of town and a brewery or two to keep things from getting too boring."
"Beacon, on the Hudson, is the artistic sibling of these storybook escapes. Castles (the haunted, ruinous kind) float on Pollepel Island, while Main Street bustles with galleries, farm-to-table eats and luminous river views. Cold Spring, not far from the city, feels like a wildflower painting come to life: antique storefronts, quiet river walks, and hikes that reward you with panoramas you'll want to tattoo on your memory."
"Kingston has the history, the museums and even the riverfront docks for when you want to drift out by boat at day's end. Then there's Lake George, a summer dream of boats, mountain backdrops, islands and forested shorelines. New Paltz offers trails, nature preserves and stone houses built by Huguenot settlers centuries ago. And of course, the OG health spa, Saratoga Springs, with its mineral waters, ornate architecture, horse racing and the kind of spa vibes that make you forget what your worries were."
Alexandria Bay showcases Boldt Castle perched on a 5-acre island, with gardens and waterfront views that create a regal weekend retreat. Aurora sits on Lake Cayuga with inns, surrounding farm fields, and breweries. Beacon on the Hudson blends art and river scenery, with Pollepel Island castles, galleries, and farm-to-table dining. Cold Spring offers antique storefronts, river walks, and hiking panoramas. Kingston provides history, museums, and riverfront docks. Lake George delivers boating, mountain backdrops, islands, and forested shorelines. New Paltz features trails, nature preserves, and historic Huguenot stone houses. Saratoga Springs combines mineral waters, ornate architecture, horse racing, and spa relaxation. A common feeling of time slowing down unites these towns.
Read at Time Out New York
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