DRIVING DIRECTIONS

From Points South:
New York State Thruway (I-87) North to Exit 17 (I-84) Newburgh/Beacon
Follow signs to I-84 East and go over the Hudson River
Take I-84 East to Exit 16N (Taconic Pkway north to Albany)
Go c. 6 miles to Noxon exit.
Turn left onto County Rte. 21.
Turn right at stop sign to continue on County Rte. 21.
Turn right on Lauer Rd. and go c. 1/4 mi.
Sign for Farm and Creamery on right.
Parking available at top of hill to the right.

From Points North:
Taconic Parkway south
Exit at Rte. 55 West (Poughkeepsie)
Stay on Rte. 55 West for c. 1/2 mile.
Proceed through stoplight by Mobil station
Turn Left on Lauer Rd. and go c. 1.5 mi.
Sign for Farm and Creamery on left
Parking available at top of hill to the right.

From Points East:
I-84 West (Newburgh) to Taconic Pkway North (Albany)
Taconic Pkway North to Rte. 55 West (Poughkeepsie)
Stay on Rte. 55 West for c. 1/2 mile.
Proceed through stoplight by Mobil station
Turn Left on Lauer Rd. and go c. 1.5 mi.
Sign for Farm and Creamery on left
Parking available at top of hill to the right.

From Points West:
Take I-84 East
Go over the Hudson River
Take I-84 East to Exit 16N (Taconic Pkway north to Albany)
Go c. 6 miles to Noxon exit.
Turn left onto County Rte. 21.
Turn right at stop sign to continue on County Rte. 21.
Turn right on Lauer Rd. and go c. 1/4 mi.
Sign for Farm and Creamery on right.
Parking available at top of hill to the right.

Please consult a map for more detailed directions from your departure point.
Also note that several exits that cross the median on the Taconic Parkway have been permanently closed. The above directions reflect this change.

IF YOU PLAN TO FLY

We strongly suggest that you fly into Stewart International Airport (SWF) in Newburgh, NY. There are several rental car companies at the airport:

Avis 800.331.1212
Budget 800.527.0700
Hertz 800.654.3131

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA

Walkway Over the Hudson State Park. www.walkway.org Spanning the river from Poughkeepsie to Highland this 128 year old railroad bridge was recently converted into the world's longest pedestrian bridge at 6,767 feet long. At 212 feet high, the park affords stunning views of the Hudson River as well as opportunities for walking, jogging and biking.

The Hudson Valley is one of the more scenic parts of New York rich in history, culture and beautiful landscapes. The Hudson Valley is home to several mansions on the shores of the Hudson River that are open to the public. See the Vanderbilt Mansion, The Roosevelt Home and Library Museum, Valkill (Eleanor Roosevelt's own mansion), Mill's Mansion, and many others.

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) also calls the area home. Tours are available with reservations (845.452.9600) and their cafe is open to the public and requires no reservation. Their four restaurants are world-renowned and require a reservation in advance. (845.471.6608 or www.ciachef.edu.

Kayak on the Hudson River with The River Connection.

New York City is also just a short train ride away. For train info call 1-800-METRO-INFO.

For more information, visit Dutchess County Tourism.

LODGING INFORMATION

The Cottage at Sprout Creek Farm

Call or Email Andrea for reservations at 845.485.8438

Weekend rental: Friday noon or later to Sunday noon — $450
For each additional day up to Thursday noon, add $125

Fishkill Holiday Inn
845.896.6281 or 1.800.HOLIDAY

Hampton Inn
845.895.4000

Courtyard by Marriott
845.897.2400