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LIVING IN WESTCHESTER AND THE HUDSON VALLEY | RELOCATION & MOVING GUIDE
WESTCHESTER
North Salem is an equestrian paradise.
brand-new Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge are draws, as are a number of new luxury apartments, townhouses and condos. The Pocantico Hills section is home to Kykuit, a 1900s Rockefeller estate, and the rustic yet elegant Blue Hill at Stone Barns, recently voted America’s best restaurant. Tarrytown was recently named a Top-5 Foodie Destina- tion by RewardExpert.com.
SOUND SHORE TOWNS AND VILLAGES
LARCHMONT
Larchmont is known for its upscale, sea- side charm. The private Larchmont Yacht Club has graced the shores of Larchmont Harbor since 1880, with a number of other sailing and boating clubs taking advantage of protected waters there. Manor Park of- fers 13 Long Island Sound-adjacent acres to enjoy, including a beach. Art galleries, cof- fee bars, charming eateries and residences, ranging from lovely waterfront estates to more accessible apartments, enrich the idyl- lic lifestyle offered here.
MAMARONECK
Mamaroneck sports miles of Sound shoreline and a sheltered harbor with many
marinas and yacht clubs, making it a mecca for mariners. The village’s main thorough- fare (surfeit with shops and restaurants) leads to Harbor Island Park, 44 acres that include a beach, boat launches and dockage, ballfields, a tennis club and a pavilion that hosts lively summer concerts.
PELHAM
The town of Pelham is divided into two villages, Pelham and Pelham Manor. Pelham Manor offers a small slice of Sound water- front its residents can enjoy at pretty Shore Park. The Metro-North Station for the area is in the center of Pelham and is easy walk- ing distance for many residents. There is an excellent school system, proximity to NYC and close-knit communities with lots of rec- reational and social activities. Many cultural organizations exist here, including the Pel- ham Performing Arts Center for music and dance and The Picture House, the county’s oldest continuously running movie theater.
PORT CHESTER
Considered a “hub of commerce surround- ed by affluence,” the urban-esque nucleus of Port Chester yields to more suburban areas outside of town. But it’s the downtown re- gion that sets Port Chester apart. Featuring
apartment buildings, big-box stores, well- known chains (there is a Whole Foods and Mario Batali’s Tarry Lodge!), small- to-me- dium-sized businesses and a buzz-worthy restaurant scene, the town hums with a unique and exciting energy.
RYE BROOK
Rye Brook is a leafy, affluent town nestled in between Port Chester and Greenwich, CT. It offers numerous parks, tree-lined streets, tennis, country clubs and top-notch schools. The bustling Rye Ridge Shopping Center meets most needs, and highways connect residents quickly to neighboring towns.
RYE VILLAGE
Lovely restaurants and boutiques make this walkable town a suburban delight. The quiet neighborhoods on its outskirts are filled with beautifully manicured homes and supported by excellent schools. Leisure op- tions abound, including top tennis clubs, beachfront parks and bathing clubs.
NORTHERN TOWNS AND VILLAGES
ARMONK
The village of Armonk centers around a gourmet grocery store complete with up- stairs tasting room for craft beers. A hand- ful of excellent restaurants, pretty shops and small businesses complete the town, which offers easy entry to major highways. Although Armonk is home to IBM head- quarters and a business park, the surround- ing area is a nature lover’s paradise. Parks, preservations, private tennis and golf clubs are all part of the woodsy motif.
BEDFORD
The equestrian set embraced Bedford township long ago, thanks to its wide-open spaces and miles of trails. The picturesque village is a triangle of churches with an as- sortment of stores (two tack shops!), cozy restaurants and a beautiful village green. Celebrities adore the place for its large, pri- vate estates and low-key vibe. Golf clubs, riding stables and tennis courts abound, yet there are large undeveloped tracts of land for hiking, trail riding, picnics and more.
CORTLANDT
Defined by wooded hills, streams and