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wetlands, this rural town on Westches- ter’s northwest border sits partially on the Hudson River, just south of Putnam Coun- ty. Cortlandt is divided into two villages, Croton-on-Hudson and Buchanan, with multiple hamlets. The Cortlandt Town Cen- ter, which has a Walmart, big-name clothing stores and a movie theater, is a favorite.
CHAPPAQUA
Referred to as a “leafy hamlet” by the Times, Chappaqua is known for having lots of green, in more ways than one. It is a place where the rich and famous (Bill & Hillary Clinton live here) and walks in the woods are commonplace. Hiking trails, parks and open spaces abound. The town center is well equipped to meet the needs of its many wealthy residents, with increasing lot sizes outside the commercial district.
KATONAH
This artsy yet laid-back town has a decid- edly earthy sensibility. Residents enjoy tony boutiques, as well as more whimsical shops, a general store with upscale, outdoorsy brands and a popular art museum. The Car- amoor Performing Arts Center is another big draw. While Katonah skews upscale (with residents like Martha Stewart), there is little ostentation.
MOUNT KISCO
A hub of Northern Westchester, Mount Kisco is a metropolis compared with the sleepier towns nearby. The bustling spot of- fers a wide range of eateries, stores, day spas and salons, health clubs, small businesses, a large hospital and myriad medical practices. The community is amenities-rich and di- verse, with lots of housing options.
NEW CASTLE
Comprising the affluent hamlets of Chap- paqua and Millwood, New Castle is famous for superb schools, picture-perfect towns and celebrity residents. A number of notable homes and structures here date back to the Revolutionary War. An energized historical society capably curates the area’s rich past.
NORTH CASTLE
Many homes in North Castle sit on large plots, but the largely rural setting is per- fectly balanced by villages here. The region includes Armonk, North White Plains and
Left: Exit 4 Food Hall in Mount Kisco emerged as a central-county cynosure practically since its inception. Right: For many Westchesterites, Katonah offers an unmatched suburban landscape.
the tiny hamlet of Banksville, which borders Greenwich, CT. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Wampus Pond Park for scenic walks year- round and ice skating during the winter. In September, there is the popular Armonk Outdoor Art Show.
NORTH SALEM
Open land defines this lovely hamlet, which is perched on Westchester’s north- eastern edge. It boasts thousands of acres of horse farms, orchards, nature preserves and parks (including the 1,082-acre Mountain Lakes Park and Bailey Mountain, the coun- ty’s highest point). A few chic restaurants, a saddlery, a farmer’s market and sandwich shop support the small but largely well-to- do population, who are drawn by the area’s unspoiled charm. Equestrians: A spectacular farm in the center of town becomes a world- class show grounds twice a year, hosting top jumpers from around the world.
POUND RIDGE
Seeking the quiet, wooded beauty of this northern town, well-heeled residents enjoy lovely homes with large properties and lots of privacy. With a median household in- come three times the state average, Pound Ridge has stores and restaurants to match, though the town is far from glitzy. Famed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichte selected Pound Ridge as the setting for the Inn at Pound Ridge, featuring local and sustain- able farm-to-table cuisine.
SOMERS
Somers covers 33 acres of bucolic north- ern Westchester, much of it woods and reservoirs. Residents enjoy miles of hiking trails that crisscross its many parks, includ- ing the beautiful Lasdon Park and Arbore- tum. Hamlets include Baldwin Place to the west, which offers a mall with box stores, and Purdys to the east, which features open land, reservoirs and locally sourced cuisine.
SOUTH SALEM
Open space and pretty lakeside homes define this hamlet in the town of Lewisboro. Antiques shops, a tavern and a gourmet deli comprise the tiny village here, while nearby Route 35 connects South Salem to neighboring commercial centers. South Sa- lem’s environs offer riding academies, a new micro-winery, a handful of pleasant restau- rants, ponds, lakes and access to miles of hiking trails.
WACCABUC
Many of the roads in this tiny hamlet re- main unpaved, initially as part of a network of horseback-riding trails and now as an homage to its rural pedigree. Large homes, a scenic lake and a sought-after country club define Waccabbuc, which boasts many well- known residents.
YORKTOWN
This active town packs everything residents need into a dense commercial
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