Montgomery Place is one of the most significant and meticulously preserved country estates in America. Set amidst 434 acres of rolling lawns, woodlands and glorious gardens, the estate includes the mansion designed by AJ Davis, America's greatest mid-19th century architect.

The estate was originally created by Janet Livingston Montgomery, widow of Revolutionary War hero General Richard Montgomery in 1804 and built in the Federal style. During the next fifty years, her descendants were responsible for the estate's reputation as one of the most beautiful in the nation. They were assisted by two of the most important designers in the country, landscape designer Andrew Jackson Downing and architect Alexander Jackson Davis.

In 1859, Downing wrote that Montgomery Place "...is one of our oldest improved country seats ...nowhere surpassed in America in point of location, natural beauty, or landscape gardening charms."

Stroll through the gardens and walk the many trails and paths around the estate. Take a walk along a woodland trail to the falls of the Sawkill. Spread out a blanket on the lawn and enjoy a picnic, or pull up a chair on the North Porch and just relax. The 434 acre estate, 23 room mansion, gardens and grounds are open for a small grounds fee from April through October on Wednesdays through Mondays from 10am till 5pm and November & December on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am till 5pm. Guided tours of the house are available at these times for a small additional fee.

There is an excellent gift shop available filled with interesting objects and literature on the history and culture of the Hudson Valley.