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5 Easy Day Trips from NYC – No Car Required

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-10-07T14:22:28+00:00October 6th, 2025|Daytrippin'|

As autumn settles over the Hudson Valley, it’s the perfect season to trade city streets for river views, crisp air, and a quiet cafe Upstate. Whether it’s a first foray north of the city or a return to a familiar haunt, these five destinations offer an easy escape — all reachable by train, no car required. From design-minded getaways in Cold Spring and Beacon to the storied charm of Sleepy Hollow, this guide highlights five effortless day trips from NYC.

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Tarrytown + Sleepy Hollow, NY

By admin|2025-10-28T12:10:08+00:00October 4th, 2025||

Tarrytown and neighboring Sleepy Hollow make for one of the Hudson Valley’s most accessible escapes – less than an hour-long, scenic Metro-North ride from Grand Central. The villages sit side by side on the river, tied together by their literary history as the home of Washington Irving and his iconic Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

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1920’s Storybook Craftsman in Millwood, NY

By Erin|2025-05-09T15:14:03+00:00May 7th, 2025|Real Estate|

Originally built in 1925, this storybook craftsman embraces its historic character through old-world design elements and architectural details. Modern features add to the home's appeal while maintaining its vintage charm, upholding its history as a distinctive and whimsical retreat just 40 miles north of New York City. Two bedroom, two ...

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From Mood-Board to Move-In: Customizable New Build Homes by Welcome

By Erin|2024-05-09T12:52:27+00:00October 11th, 2023|Design|

Looking to build a brand-new, personalized home? Based in Upstate and Westchester, New York, Welcome promises that homebuyers can go from mood-board to move-in with just a few clicks. Armed with a mood board and a color palette, we worked with Welcome’s designers to easily create an Escape Brooklyn-inspired dream escape ...

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Hillair Circle Post & Beam in White Plains, NY

By Erin|2023-11-27T05:55:53+00:00April 13th, 2023|Real Estate|

No need to travel 2+ hours to your escape — this spectacular home is just 30 minutes from NYC in commuter-friendly White Plains. Nestled on Hillair Circle, one of Westchester County’s most sought-after addresses, lies this one-of-a-kind, post and beam architectural beauty where contemporary elegance meets rustic charm. Hillair Circle ...

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1930’s Country Cape Home in Katonah, NY

By admin|2023-11-27T06:13:21+00:00October 19th, 2022|Real Estate|

Just one hour from New York City, getaway or commute daily from this charming 1930s country cape home in Katonah, NY, rich with history and lovingly maintained by a short list of families over the years. Sited amongst the trees and built by the original owner, characteristic antique details meet ...

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A Country Retreat in Putnam Valley, NY

By admin|2023-11-27T06:19:22+00:00October 14th, 2022|Real Estate|

Just over one hour from NYC, paradise has been found! Majestically sited on 31 acres of beautiful property surrounded by mature landscaping, farmlands & private pathways, this private country retreat lies over the Westchester border in Putnam Valley, NY. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms | 2,782 square foot home on ...

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The Joyful Cabin in Woodstock, NY

By Erin|2023-10-06T08:36:28+00:00February 28th, 2022|Real Estate|

Located just ten minutes drive from the village of Woodstock, 15 minutes from Saugerties, and 20 minutes from Kingston, this 3BR/3BA home is central to all the best local happenings. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast (Thorn Preserve is just down the road), or looking to make some extra money (the home is a county-approved short term rental)—the Joyful Cabin (at 31 Joy Ridge in Saugerties, NY) truly has it all.

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Fieldstone Manor in Mohegan Lake, NY

By Erin|2023-10-06T08:37:56+00:00February 7th, 2022|Real Estate|

Just 35 miles from New York City sits Fieldstone Manor, a first-of-its-kind community dedicated exclusively to the beautiful, timeless, customized homes built by Welcome Homes. Featuring 13 lots on 23 acres of pristine, natural beauty in Mohegan Lake, NY, Fieldstone Manor offers buyers the chance to custom-build the home of their dreams...

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Modern County Retreat in Yorktown Heights, NY

By admin|2023-10-15T06:26:25+00:00July 9th, 2019||

Country chic seamlessly blends the charm of yesteryear with Mid-Century Modern luxuries close enough proximity for a daily NYC commute. Set on 2.75 acres bordered by stone walls, babbling brook and gated entry. Once the site of an original mill, hand hewn beams & stone accents are a few ...

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