Peace and quiet awaits you as you walk down the brick walkway of Boscobel House and Gardens, which is situated on a high buff of the east bank of the Hudson River with 45 acres of grounds in Garrison. 

No matter when you visit Boscobel or how often, you will discover something new.  The brightly colored spring flowers and trees are georgeous. The summer’s warmth blooms over 600 big, beautiful and various colored rose bushes, which flower continuously in the formal Rose Garden from June through autumn.  The Fall foliage is amazing, and the winter festivities at Boscobel are not to be missed. 

The house dates back to the early 1800′s and contains one of the nation’s premier collections of furniture and decorative arts from the Federal period.  The grounds are also open for picnicing and hiking.

Hours: Boscobel is open every day except Tuesdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.  The museum and grounds are closed to the public January through March.  April through October:  9:30am to 5:00pm (last tour 4:15pm)  /   November and December: 9:30am to 4:00pm (last tour 3:15pm)

Parking:  Parking is Free.  Beginning Memorial Day, you can also get to Boscobel via the Cold Spring Trolley for only .50 cents/one-way.  Yes, 50 cents and infants ride free.

Things to do: Casual walking through gardens and apple orchard. Take a free Woodland Trail Guide and begin your walk through 29 “undiscovered” acres of forest land.  The trail is about one mile in length and you will enjoy many glorious aspects of nature from the “meadow-in-the-making” where thousands of wildflower seeds were sown for their natural beauty and to attract birds and butterflies, to the breathtaking view of the mash and the Hudson River. Sit back and relax at one of the gazebos or benches made from all natural materials.

Suitable for:   All ages.  Boscobel is mostly walking around and enjoying nature.  It is very relaxing and quite.

Admission:   Visit http://www.boscobel.org or call 845-265-3638 for current fees.  Group rates and special school tours are available by reservation.

Property Rentals: The grounds and tremendous views of the Hudson make Boscobel the perfect place for weddings, receptions, commercial photography and other events.  Some interior spaces are also available for meetings and receptions.

No pets allowed.

For more info: www.boscobel.org

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