– WELCOME TO THE SCENIC DUTCHESS COUNTY-
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York
As the last stop on Metro-North’s Hudson Line, Poughkeepsie is the bustling heart of Dutchess County. With waterfront views of the Hudson River, the city’s downtown district thrives with craft breweries, award-winning restaurants and shoppable streets.
Close by, acclaimed institutions like The Culinary Institute of America, Marist College and Vassar College all call the region home. They attract top talent to both the city and the town, where the charming Arlington District community awaits.
Today, Poughkeepsie is a vibrant destination to live and work in the Hudson Valley. With an abundance of eateries and storefronts, not to mention historic attractions like the Locust Grove Estate and the Walkway Over the Hudson, the region has it all.
From their quiet corner of Dutchess County, the homes at Cliffdale are never more than a short drive away from the best of all the area has to offer.
Explore Poughkeepsie
Life in Poughkeepsie
A walk through Poughkeepsie’s quintessential community means making the most of the neighborhood’s small-town charm. Pop into locally owned businesses like Elizabeth Boutique for clothing and gifts, then stop by the weekly farmers’ market to stock up on farm-to-table essentials. Stroll the landscaped grounds at Vassar College during the day, then head to a local restaurant or gallery for cuisine and culture at night.
Fine & Casual Dining
For food lovers in the Hudson Valley, there’s no better place than Poughkeepsie to eat local. Thanks to the town’s proximity to The Culinary Institute of America, it’s a hub for top-tier chefs who work wonders of the bounty of ingredients sourced straight from nearby farms. Pop into Savona’s Trattoria for gourmet Italian fare; Twisted Soul Food Concepts for an international array of flavors, or All Shook Up for healthy dishes in a retro diner setting. Between the city and the town, Poughkeepsie plays host to restaurants specializing in practically every cuisine imaginable, not to mention a slew of breweries and cafés. Make like the cool kids and pop into Zeus Brewing Company for a local brew with Hudson River views or stick close to home with a farmhouse beer at Plan Bee Farm Brewery.
Arts & Culture
Poughkeepsie’s top attraction is undoubtedly the Walkway Over the Hudson, the renovated pedestrian bridge that spans the width of the Hudson River and provides a walkable connection to Highland. Not too far away, Locust Grove Estate is the former residence of telegraph inventor Samuel F. B. Morse and home to scenic gardens and trails. Plus, for art aficionados, the region plays host to a number of talent-packed galleries, including Gallery 40, the Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory and Queen City 15 Gallery.
The Beautiful Outdoors
The natural beauty of the Hudson Valley comes alive in every corner of Poughkeepsie. From the city to the town to the picture-perfect Arlington District, the welcoming corner of Dutchess County tempts with natural to-dos and outdoor entertainment galore. From playing a round of golf at Casperkill Golf Club or the McCann Memorial Golf Course to taking a leisurely stroll along the Hudson River waterfront or biking along the rail trail, there’s so much for residents of Cliffdale to do all year long.