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LIVING IN WESTCHESTER AND THE HUDSON VALLEY | RELOCATION & MOVING GUIDE
WESTCHESTER
Westchester
County Guide
NORTH COUNTY
Bucolic beauty sets the scene in the idyllic villages, hamlets and towns of Westchester’s North County.
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This sophisticated rural town has been home to the likes of Ralph Lauren, Michael Douglas, and Catherine Zeta- Jones. Replete with horse farms and pastoral beauty, Bedford includes the hamlets of Bedford Village, Bedford Hills, and Katonah. Don’t miss: Cultural hotspots like Caramoor, the Katonah Museum of Art, and the Bedford Playhouse; locally sourced American fare at The Whitlock and creative tacos at Truck; animals galore at Muscoot Farm; a leisurely stroll through Lasdon Park & Arboretum.
Lewisboro
Lewisboro borders western Connecticut and encompasses the hamlets of Cross River, Goldens Bridge, Lewisboro, South Salem, Vista, and Waccabuc. Known for its scenic charm, horse farms, and riding trails, the town has plentiful natural parks
Pleasant includes Pleasantville, Hawthorne, Pocantico Hills, Thornwood, and Valhalla. Residents enjoy great activities and a coveted town pool. Don’t miss: Visit Blue Hill
at Stone Barns, one of the world’s top-rated restaurants; the Kensico Dam Plaza is Westchester’s version of Central Park, while Rockefeller State Park Preserve offers miles of trails; downtown Pleasantville boasts dining faves Little Mumbai Market, Southern Table and specialty cocktails at The Raconteur Bar & Kitchen, plus arthouse theater Jacob Burns Film Center and the gallery at The Gordon Parks Foundation.
New Castle
Comprising the affluent hamlets of Chappaqua and Millwood, New Castle is well-known for its top schools, convenient location, and celebrity residents, including Bill and Hillary Clinton, as well as a pleasant and walkable downtown. Don’t miss: Pay a visit to the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center and check out local food
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and lush preserves. Don’t miss: At 4,300 plus acres, Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is Westchester County’s largest park; dining at the historic Horse & Hound Inn will please even the pickiest palates.
Mount Kisco
The epicenter of Northern Westchester, bustling Mount Kisco
is chock full of shopping and dining options — everything from big-box department stores to small boutiques, plus a wide array of ethnic cuisines. It’s home to a large variety of home styles, including beloved Victorians. Don’t miss: Trendy Exit 4 Food Hall, and Badageoni, the only Georgian restaurant in Westchester; fun for the whole family at Grand Prix New York Racing & Entertainment.
Mount Pleasant
Central and family-friendly, Mount
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