Cromwell Manor Inn Bed & Breakfast

Cromwell Manor Inn Bed and Breakfast, "highly recommended" by USA Today and located in the heart of New York's Historic Hudson Valley, is a romantic, historic, country estate on seven acres of beautiful woodlands, lawns and gardens. Stay at one of the Top 10 Inns of New York while visiting nearby West Point, enjoy the spectacular scenery and quaint towns of the majestic Hudson Highlands, shop at the world-famous Woodbury Common Premium Shopping Outlet, spend an afternoon at The Storm King Art Center, or simply relax for a quiet, romantic, weekend getaway.

Romance awaits you at Cromwell Manor Inn. The main building, The Manor House, contains nine elegant guest rooms in a brick mansion built in 1820. The original home on the property, The Chimneys Cottage, dates back to 1764 and offers charming Colonial ambiance in four guest rooms. A great place to stay, this Hudson Valley romantic getaway has been the site for many engagements and elopements!

Step back in time and surround yourself with history and elegance. Nestle down in front of one of seven two-century-old fireplaces in winter or in the warmth of summer, enjoy a stroll through the gardens, sip a glass of wine, watch a fire burn in the fire pit on the patio, be mesmerized by the fountain, or simply relax and enjoy the breathtaking view from one of our garden benches.

Every morning, you will be treated to a gourmet breakfast served at your private table. A 24-hour Continental breakfast is always available whenever you feel the need for nourishment.

 "Highly recommended!"...USA Today
"A fantastic B&B!"...CBS Early Show
"Cordial and romantic. Fabulous breakfast!"...Marie Claire Maison
"Everything was perfect!"...Adam Silver, President-NBA Entertainment, on their corporate retreat.
Featured honeymoon destination... Bride's Magazine.
Named one of the "Best B&B Getaways"....Philadelphia Magazine.
Selected as one of Google's Favorite Places!
Featured in NY Japion

Your hosts Jack and Cynthia Trowell, are friendly and knowledgeable. Let us help with your planning, whether your interests are
historic homes, art, fine dining, or world-class shopping.

Need to keep in touch? High-speed wireless Internet service is available free of charge throughout the Manor House. No need to lug your computer along, you can use ours! All rooms in both buildings are air-conditioned in season. There are hair dryers and robes in each room, so you don't have to pack them! Irons and ironing boards are available. Some rooms have a television.

Cromwell Manor Inn is ideal for executive retreats, weddings, and family reunions. Getting married somewhere else? Why not have the entire wedding party, family, and friends enjoy your wedding as much as you by having them stay at Cromwell Manor Historic Inn, a beautiful, romantic bed and breakfast in the heart of New York's Hudson Valley?

The Inn is located 5 miles north of West Point off Route 9W. It is easily accessible from Stewart International Airport and only one hour and 15 minutes from midtown Manhattan.

From the south on the Palisades Parkway – Go to the end of parkway to Bear Mt. traffic circle, take 9W North for 11.25 miles to Angola Rd. (Cornwall) exit, at end of exit, turn left onto Angola Rd. for 3/10 miles – the Inn will be on your right.

From the south on the NYS Thruway – Exit 16, take the first exit after toll and turn right onto Rt. 32 North for 1.3 miles. Make a right onto Smith Clove Rd. for about 9 miles (Smith Clove Rd. changes to Mineral Springs Rd. and then into Angola Rd. The inn is on the left, immediately after Jones Farm. If you pass route 9W, you went too far!

From Connecticut – Take I-84 West over the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, take second exit after bridge to 9W South (at end of exit turn right on Rt. 32, go to traffic light, and turn right onto 9W South), follow 9W South for 7.1 miles to Angola Rd. exit, at end of exit turn left onto Angola Rd. for 2/10 miles – the Inn will be on your right.

From the north on the NYS Thruway – Exit 17, follow signs for Rt. 17K, turn left at traffic light onto 17K East for 2.3 miles, turn right onto 9W South, follow 9W South for 5.7 miles to Angola Rd. exit, at end of exit turn left onto Angola Rd. for 2/10 miles – the Inn will be on your right.

From Stewart International Airport – Exit the airport to route #207. Take a left on Rt. #207 for 1.3 miles. At intersection, go straight on Rt. #300 south for 2.3 miles. At large intersection, go straight on Rt. #32 south for 1.6 miles. After crossing a small green bridge, take a left on Quaker Ave. for .4 miles. Take a right onto Rt. #9W south for one exit (Angola Rd.). Take the Angola Rd. exit. At the end of the ramp take a left onto Angola Rd., Cromwell Manor Inn will be on your right in .2 miles.

From New York City via train – Take the train from NYC and rent a discounted car at the destination station to save $$$ versus renting in New York City.

From Grand Central Station, take the train to Beacon (click for schedule) and then rent a car from Enterprise (click to reserve). Enterprise will pick you up at the station during their working hours and you can return the car anytime at the station. Cromwell Manor Inn is about 20 minutes from the Beacon station.

From Penn Station, take the Port Jervis line to Harriman (click for schedule) and rent a car from Enterprise (click to reserve). Enterprise will pick you up at the station during their regular working hours and you can return the car anytime at the station. Cromwell Manor Inn is about 20 minutes from the Harriman station.

Cromwell Manor Inn is the perfect place for your wedding of up to 100 people. Most choose to get married under our gorgeous, ancient Sycamore tree with the reception following under a tent with beautiful views in every direction. Your wedding will be as memorable for your guests as it is for you! Rent the entire Inn for two days (13 rooms in two buildings that can sleep up to 30 people). When booking the entire inn, a 50% non-refundable deposit is due at the time of the booking. The remaining balance is due 90 days before the event. Cost to rent the inn for two nights is $6340 plus tax and there is a $1000 (plus tax) site use fee. If your guests are paying for their own rooms, you will be reimbursed after they check-in. Use Cromwell Manor Inn's amazing grounds for beautiful wedding day pictures.

What could be more romantic than eloping at an historic 1820 home with stunning grounds? We take all of the work out of the wedding so that you can really enjoy your special day. Here's what is included: A wedding Officiant; bridal bouquet; boutonniere; photographer (pictures extra); wedding cake; live guitar music and singer; dinner for two including appetizer, entree, dessert and a bottle of champagne or wine ($30 max. for the alcohol); witness; two nights in the best available room at the time of the booking; two gourmet breakfasts; all taxes and tips! All legal documents must be complete before the marriage ceremony can be performed. Total cost - $1500

Cromwell Manor Inn is the perfect setting for an effective and relaxing corporate retreat. Packages can be customized to meet your specific needs, including facilitators from the Hudson Institute if desired. High speed wireless internet service will keep you in touch with the world. Call for more details.

Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Cromwell Manor Inn Bed and Breakfast offers the ideal place to enjoy history and the best of the 21st century! The perfect "home base" for a visit to the area any season of the year, many attractions are within an hour's drive, and most are fewer than 15 minutes away. Unpack once, and enjoy something different every day! You can even be in Manhattan in about an hour, if you like. Here are some of our favorites:

Historic West Point
The United States Military Academy at West Point celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2002. Enjoy a football game, an outdoor concert, the cadets on parade, or the stunning views. Visitor's center, Museum, and tours available year-round. Less than 15 minutes from Cromwell Manor, with a gorgeous drive in-between.

Storm King Art Center
Storm King Art Center is a museum that celebrates the relationship between sculpture and nature. Five hundred acres of landscaped lawns, fields and woodlands provide the site for postwar sculptures by internationally renowned artists. The grounds are surrounded by the undulating profiles of the Hudson Highlands, a dramatic panorama integral to the viewing experience. Only five minutes drive from the Inn.

Dia:Beacon
Dia Art Foundation, one of the world’s preeminent contemporary art institutions, opened a new museum on May 18, 2003, housing its renowned but rarely seen permanent collection, comprising major works of art from the 1960s to the present. Located on the Hudson River in Beacon, New York, Dia:Beacon occupies a nearly 300,000-square-foot historic printing factory. Dia:Beacon is a short 20 minute drive from Cromwell Manor Inn.

Storm King Adventure Tours
Experience a three hour guided educational hike including your choice of a dendrology hike, a history of Storm King Mountain hike, a history of paper-making hike, or an airplane crash site hike. Various degrees of difficulty ($25 per person). Also for three hours, try kayaking with a guide to Bannerman's Island, the Moodna Creek Marsh, a sunset paddle, or a full moon paddle ($60 per person). Mountain bike in Black Rock Forest Preserve (bike rentals - $40 per day or $9 per hour, two hour min.) by yourself or with a guide for three hours ($25 per person for the guide plus bike rental). Call for details (845-534-7136).

The "Castles" of the Hudson
Some of the wealthiest families in the nation chose to live in the Hudson Valley. With breathtaking views of the river, the mansions of the Vanderbilts, the Rockefellers (Kykuit), and Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt are the crown jewels of area homes. Boscobel, Sleepy Hollow, and many other mansions are also open for you to enjoy the buildings and grounds. Cromwell Manor is in the best possible location, since all of these may be reached with a 30-60 minute drive in various directions.

Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
The largest outlet shopping center in the United States, Woodbury Common offers incredible designer shoes and clothing, electronics, housewares, and jewelry in more than 220 stores in a setting like a charming small town. People come from around the world for the bargains. An easy 15-minute drive from the Inn, and we can supply a VIP coupon book to increase your savings.

Vineyards and Wineries
Both the oldest vineyard in the U.S.(Benmarl) and the oldest continuously-operating winery Brotherhood Winery in the country are nearby. Follow the Shawangunk Wine Trail, with tours and tastings at more than a dozen wineries, many of which have underground cellars, or cross the river for the Dutchess Wine Trail. Enjoy at six course dinner, wine, music and dancing at Magnanini Winery. Five minutes for Cromwell Manor Inn is Palaia Vineyards Winery with live music and wine tastings Thursday thru Sunday!

Museum Village
Museum Village, a living history museum, opened its doors on July 1, 1950 and today Museum Village still pursues its founder's vision of educating generations of Americans about the work and life of their ancestors. Through educational programs, hands-on-exhibits and special events Museum Village is dedicated to exploring and interpreting 19th century rural life as well as inspiring an appreciation for the evolution of industry and technology in America.

New York Renaissance Faire
Leave the modern world behind for the Faire, where pleasure is the order of the day and entertainment is everywhere! Eleven main stages offer continuous performances by jugglers, jesters, minstrels and magicians. Witness a daring joust of armored knights on charging steeds. Watch fascinating demonstrations in age-old crafting traditions. Tantalizing aromas tempt you at every turn to feast, or quench your summer thirst with fine ales, sweet mead or refreshing soft drinks. Less than 30 minutes away, the Faire is a treat in August and September.

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival is a critically-acclaimed regional theater, attracting audiences from the tri-state area and beyond. Shakespeare scholars, critics and enthusiastic fans laud its spare, clear and compelling productions. Set on the beautiful property of Boscobel Restoration, plays are offered all summer. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn before the show. Twenty minutes drive from the Manor, or a swim across the Hudson!

Outdoor Adventures
With 4000 acres of hiking trails just outside our front door, and the Hudson River minutes away, Cromwell Manor Inn is ideal for those seeking fun and adventure out of doors. Allow us to arrange horseback riding, a cruise on the Hudson River, hot-air ballooning, mountain biking, kayaking, golf at the Jack Nicklaus designed Mansion Ridge golf course or the beautiful Central Valley golf course, tennis, snowshoeing, and many other sports. We will even pack a picnic with prior arrangement, and can frequently accommodate one-way transportation.

Orange County Choppers
As seen on the TLC Channel's American Choppers series, Orange County Choppers world headquarters is only 10 minutes from Cromwell Manor Inn! The showroom is open every day.

National Purple Heart Hall of Honor
Located in New Windsor, the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor is only a short five minute drive from Cromwell Manor Inn. The mission of the Hall of Honor is to collect and preserve the stories of Purple Heart recipients from all branches of service and across generations in an attempt to ensure that all recipients are represented. Their stories will be preserved and shared through a series of exhibits, live and videotaped interviews with veterans themselves, and the Roll of Honor, an interactive computer program detailing the stories of each individual.

Hudson Valley Nature Museum
Enjoy a Discovery Quest in the 177 acre preserve directly out our front door! The Discovery Quests are unique, interactive ways to learn about the environment. Participants are able to purchase a guidebook with illustrations, riddle poems and field notes describing each topic at the learning stations. The goal of each Quest is to find the "hidden message" of each hike.

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Enjoy live entertainment in this state-of-the art amphitheater at the site of the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts presents some of the country's leading classical, rock, pop, jazz, and country entertainers.

Pick Your Own Produce or take a hayride!
Experience the enjoyment of picking your own produce at Lawrence Farms Orchards, a family owned farm about 20 minutes away from Cromwell Manor Inn. Enjoy fresh grapes, peaches, vegetables and apples. Lawrence Farms Orchards also offers hay rides and sleigh rides in season.

Jones Farm
A short walk from the inn brings you to a small, family owned farm where you can buy homemade fudge, cookies, pastries, or very unique gifts. Pet the miniature horses, feed the chickens, or check out the bee observatory.