Jordan & Matthew
Things To Do
*Warwick Valley Winery, Distillery & Orchard
Located in the foothills of the Hudson Valley, between Mt. Eve and Mt. Adam, this winery is always a blast. They have a cafe, a store, a restaurant, live music, apple picking and wine tasting. A must see! [25 min]
Middletown, NY has a quaint downtown with several options [25 min]:
Clemson Bros. Brewery Tapped (Equilibrium Brewery) QB Ball: indoor cornhole, axe throwing, and “football bowling” with a bar.
Orange County Distillery at Brown Barn Farms
For cocktails, beer, wine, or cider, you can’t go wrong here. They also have tastings & live music on weekends, as well as a food truck on site. [30 min]
*Newburgh Brewing Company
This brewing company honors the natural goodness of ingredients which shine through as simple and honest flavors. [40 min]
*Hotel Fauchère
Bouitque inn and restaurant. Very good wine and food. [20 min]
*Quaker Creek Store
Polish deli in the heart of “black dirt” farmland. Everything is homemade and delicious, including their smoked meats, pierogis, and sausages. Open for lunch only. [25 min]
*Bellvale Farms Creamery
Voted #2 for Best Ice Cream Parlor in the US by Trip Advisor & somewhere you’ll find the CLE team often in the summer. Need we say more? [40 min]
**The Heron
Although this is the furthest restaurant, it is our favorite. The ride up is lovely, as you follow along Hawk's Nest Road - one of the most scenic and famous roads in the country. The restaurant is small and casual, owned by a husband and wife duo who are both Culinary Institute graduates. The food is phenomenal. [55 min]
*Soons Orchards
Enjoy fresh-picked apples, real apple cider, homemade pies, donuts, and fudge. You’ll also find a local hard cider tasting room featuring local spirits. [20 min]
*Blooming Hill Farm
Old-fashioned family values give the farm an atmosphere of warmth and welcome. Enjoy a farmer’s market daily and an adorable cafe that serves brunch on the weekends. [35 min]
Highpoint State Park
Highpoint is only a few miles away and offers hiking, mountain biking trails, swimming, and fishing. In the winter they have exceptional cross-country skiing. Don’t miss the great view from Highpoint Monument. [10 min]
Glenmere Mansion Hotel Restaurant and Spa
By far the most incredible spa in the area. Treat yourself! [30 min]