Stay where the Hudson Valley meets the Berkshires
Food scene
We have great options close by as well fabulous options available in South Berkshire County and Hudson. Here are some of my favorites.
This is one of my most favorite restaurants in our area...perfect for a special occasion. They do not take reservations so go early to make sure you get a table. The quarter chicken is AMAZING.
75 locals recommend
Old Mill
53 Main StThis is one of my most favorite restaurants in our area...perfect for a special occasion. They do not take reservations so go early to make sure you get a table. The quarter chicken is AMAZING.
Just steps down the hill from the Mount Washington House. Great beer and food.
51 locals recommend
Roe Jan Brewing Co.
32 Anthony StJust steps down the hill from the Mount Washington House. Great beer and food.
This tavern and restaurant directly across the street from the Mount Washington House is a local favorite and has great wood fired pizza plus full entrees.
8 locals recommend
Hillsdale House
2634 Anthony StThis tavern and restaurant directly across the street from the Mount Washington House is a local favorite and has great wood fired pizza plus full entrees.
Great breakfast and lunch in a cute spot right by a stream…just over the border in Egremont, MA.
14 locals recommend
Mom's Country Cafe
65 Main StGreat breakfast and lunch in a cute spot right by a stream…just over the border in Egremont, MA.
A full service diner south of the traffic light in the hamlet. Does great dinner specials most nights.
Sweet Peas Country Diner
A full service diner south of the traffic light in the hamlet. Does great dinner specials most nights.
Family Style traditional Greek pizza house and restaurant...very reliable. They have great meatball calzones. Yes, that's Fergie!
12 locals recommend
Four Brothers
2828 NY-23Family Style traditional Greek pizza house and restaurant...very reliable. They have great meatball calzones. Yes, that's Fergie!
Beautiful views, trivia nights on Sundays. Open to the public. Country club menu and fine American cuisine.
46 locals recommend
The Greens at Copake Country Club
44 Golf Course RdBeautiful views, trivia nights on Sundays. Open to the public. Country club menu and fine American cuisine.
This place is great! A Hudson Valley fish fry with burger nights on Thursdays and incredible homemade chocolate cake with salted caramel frosting! Super cute too.
Zinnia’s Dinette
This place is great! A Hudson Valley fish fry with burger nights on Thursdays and incredible homemade chocolate cake with salted caramel frosting! Super cute too.
Food shop across the street from the Mount Washington House where Crossroads used to be. Delicious prepared foods, baked goods, coffee and tea.
Cook & Larder
Food shop across the street from the Mount Washington House where Crossroads used to be. Delicious prepared foods, baked goods, coffee and tea.
This cooperage and distillery is in nearby Claverack and in addition to a tasting room, often has special events and food trucks. Dog friendly.
56 locals recommend
Olde York Farm Distillery & Cooperage
284 NY-23This cooperage and distillery is in nearby Claverack and in addition to a tasting room, often has special events and food trucks. Dog friendly.
Simply one of the best restaurants in the Berkshires. Be sure to say hi to my husband’s daughter, Danielle!
55 locals recommend
Cafe Adam, Bar and Restaurant
420 Stockbridge RdSimply one of the best restaurants in the Berkshires. Be sure to say hi to my husband’s daughter, Danielle!
If you love Indian food like I do, this is your place! Located in Great Barrington.
37 locals recommend
Aroma Bar and Grill
485 Main StIf you love Indian food like I do, this is your place! Located in Great Barrington.
The BEST sushi/Japanese anywhere. Try it and let me know if you agree. On Railroad Street in Great Barrington.
101 locals recommend
Bizen Gourmet Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar
17 Railroad StreetThe BEST sushi/Japanese anywhere. Try it and let me know if you agree. On Railroad Street in Great Barrington.
Stissing House
7801 S Main StThis is a 35 minute drive but if you are a foodie, worth the trip!
Convenience store with ice cream counter. Open until 11pm. Just south of the traffic light.
Stewart's Shops
9248 NY-22Convenience store with ice cream counter. Open until 11pm. Just south of the traffic light.
City/town information
This popular Hudson Valley metropolitan area, 20 minutes west of the Mount Washington House, boasts 200 independent establishments including antique and boutique shops, hotels, art galleries, restaurants and bars, mostly along Warren Street.
Visually, this charming town is a treat, delighting visitors and aesthetes with its stunning and Wes Anderson-esque architecture. The restoration of some 300 historic buildings in two square miles makes it one of the historically richest, and most diverse architectural cities in New York State.
It seems the secret is out: according to the NY Times, Hudson, NY’s population grew faster than any other metropolitan area in 2020. Hudson seems to have charmed quite a few of its past visitors and inspired many to leave large cities, once and for all. With the large boost in population, expect even more new businesses to open at the hands of its new creative recruits.
Part of its appeal — for relocation or visiting — is no doubt Hudson’s accessibility. For those who don’t want to deal with the hassle of a car, Hudson is easily accessed from NYC via Amtrak and very pedestrian/bike friendly. If you’re driving from NYC, the 120-mile drive takes about 2.5 hours, passing scenic overlooks, farm stands, and landmark diners that have inspired city escapees for years.
Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534, USA
This popular Hudson Valley metropolitan area, 20 minutes west of the Mount Washington House, boasts 200 independent establishments including antique and boutique shops, hotels, art galleries, restaurants and bars, mostly along Warren Street.
Visually, this charming town is a treat, delighting visitors and aesthetes with its stunning and Wes Anderson-esque architecture. The restoration of some 300 historic buildings in two square miles makes it one of the historically richest, and most diverse architectural cities in New York State.
It seems the secret is out: according to the NY Times, Hudson, NY’s population grew faster than any other metropolitan area in 2020. Hudson seems to have charmed quite a few of its past visitors and inspired many to leave large cities, once and for all. With the large boost in population, expect even more new businesses to open at the hands of its new creative recruits.
Part of its appeal — for relocation or visiting — is no doubt Hudson’s accessibility. For those who don’t want to deal with the hassle of a car, Hudson is easily accessed from NYC via Amtrak and very pedestrian/bike friendly. If you’re driving from NYC, the 120-mile drive takes about 2.5 hours, passing scenic overlooks, farm stands, and landmark diners that have inspired city escapees for years.
Great Barrington is the heart of the southern Berkshires and boast great shopping, restaurant, seven dispensaries, Ski Butternut and more! My favorite places on Railroad Street are Crystal Essence, SoCo Creamery, MoonCloud (bar) and Bizen for the best sushi almost anywhere. Marjoram and Roux has tasty lunch fare although the best sandwiches in GB (not on RR street) are at Rubiner's and Bizalion's.
Railroad St, Great Barrington, MA 01230, USA
Great Barrington is the heart of the southern Berkshires and boast great shopping, restaurant, seven dispensaries, Ski Butternut and more! My favorite places on Railroad Street are Crystal Essence, SoCo Creamery, MoonCloud (bar) and Bizen for the best sushi almost anywhere. Marjoram and Roux has tasty lunch fare although the best sandwiches in GB (not on RR street) are at Rubiner's and Bizalion's.
Local Attractions
We are located in the foothills of the Berkshires, just 3 miles from the MA/NY State border. Tanglewood, Kripalu, Miraval and Canyon Ranch in Lenox are all within a 30 minute drive.
Berkshire Hills
We are located in the foothills of the Berkshires, just 3 miles from the MA/NY State border. Tanglewood, Kripalu, Miraval and Canyon Ranch in Lenox are all within a 30 minute drive.
Park on the NY side in Copake Falls. Just 6 miles from the Mount Washington House.
233 locals recommend
Bash Bish Falls
Park on the NY side in Copake Falls. Just 6 miles from the Mount Washington House.
Just 3 miles from the Mount Washington House...skiing, boarding and tubing in the winter. Ropes course and the longest zip line in the US in the spring/summer/fall. Weddings, parties and live music, check website for schedule.
329 locals recommend
Catamount Mountain Ski Resort
78 Catamount RdJust 3 miles from the Mount Washington House...skiing, boarding and tubing in the winter. Ropes course and the longest zip line in the US in the spring/summer/fall. Weddings, parties and live music, check website for schedule.
The Mount Washington House is just one mile away from one of the most gorgeous wedding spots in the area.
Taconic Ridge Farm
The Mount Washington House is just one mile away from one of the most gorgeous wedding spots in the area.
Our guests love taking cooking classes in this beautiful cooking school and well appointed chef's shop that is right next door to the Mount Washington House.
HGS Home Chef
Our guests love taking cooking classes in this beautiful cooking school and well appointed chef's shop that is right next door to the Mount Washington House.
Art Omi
1405 Co Rte 22A great place to visit for a beautiful walk.
Won Dharma Center
361 NY-23Lots of programs open to the public.
Walk down the hill from the Mount Washington House to access the Rail Trail.
Harlem Valley Rail Trail, New York, USA
Walk down the hill from the Mount Washington House to access the Rail Trail.
Home of the Copake Hillsdale Farmers Market from May until November. Dog park, wedding venue and beautiful place to hike.
12 locals recommend
Roeliff Jansen Park
116 Old Rte 22Home of the Copake Hillsdale Farmers Market from May until November. Dog park, wedding venue and beautiful place to hike.
We’ve had many guests do day programs at Kripalu. 30 mins away…
122 locals recommend
Kripalu Center For Yoga & Health
57 Interlaken RdWe’ve had many guests do day programs at Kripalu. 30 mins away…
A day pass at Miraval starts at $345 and they give you $210 in spa credit, meals, activities and more. Stay at the Mount Washington House and you have an affordable spa getaway for less than half price!
16 locals recommend
Miraval Berkshires
55 Lee RdA day pass at Miraval starts at $345 and they give you $210 in spa credit, meals, activities and more. Stay at the Mount Washington House and you have an affordable spa getaway for less than half price!
Summer concert goers love having an affordable option for a music getaway. Tanglewood is 30 minutes away if you go directly from the Mount Washington House from the NY side. (Taking Route 7 is a longer trip.)
Tanglewood
Summer concert goers love having an affordable option for a music getaway. Tanglewood is 30 minutes away if you go directly from the Mount Washington House from the NY side. (Taking Route 7 is a longer trip.)
A wonderful museum! Take a trip here and eat lunch at the Red Lion Inn. Stockbridge is just a beautiful 17 mile drive from Hillsdale.
344 locals recommend
Norman Rockwell Museum
9 Glendale RdA wonderful museum! Take a trip here and eat lunch at the Red Lion Inn. Stockbridge is just a beautiful 17 mile drive from Hillsdale.
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
14 Castle StI’d put this in the food category too if I could. A very popular must-see if you are driving up Route 7.
117 locals recommend
The Red Lion Inn
30 Main StI’d put this in the food category too if I could. A very popular must-see if you are driving up Route 7.
Shopping
This gorgeous shop is across the street from the Mount Washingtin House
passiflora
2638 NY-23A gorgeous gift shop across the street from the MWH.
Fine wine and liquor store just steps away from the Mount Washington House.
8 locals recommend
Hillsdale Fine Wine & Spirits
8 Anthony StFine wine and liquor store just steps away from the Mount Washington House.
Full service supermarket directly across the street from the MWH. Check website for hours, usually closed by 6 or 7pm.
37 locals recommend
Hillsdale Supermarket
2628 NY-23Full service supermarket directly across the street from the MWH. Check website for hours, usually closed by 6 or 7pm.
This is our equivalent of Whole Foods, but better. Incredible cheesemonger, the best meat and seafood and great prepared meals.
248 locals recommend
Guido's Fresh Marketplace
760 S Main StThis is our equivalent of Whole Foods, but better. Incredible cheesemonger, the best meat and seafood and great prepared meals.
Eye candy galore. Fabulously curated and beautifully staged.
34 locals recommend
Hillsdale General Store
2642 NY-23Eye candy galore. Fabulously curated and beautifully staged.
Crystal Essence
39 Railroad StBeautiful crystals and jewelry, books and more. A longtime Railroad Street staple.
The Shop by Only In My Dreams Events
This is a really fun shop with local goods and unique gifts.
Random Harvest
1785 NY-23Dispensaries
Recreational cannabis is legal for purchase in MA
This is the closest dispensary to the Mount Washington House in nearby Egremont. It looks like a little hobbit hole, really welcoming.
Devine
This is the closest dispensary to the Mount Washington House in nearby Egremont. It looks like a little hobbit hole, really welcoming.
AKA Cannabis Castle located in a beautiful former church. Prices are good and the staff is great!
Great Barrington Dispensary
AKA Cannabis Castle located in a beautiful former church. Prices are good and the staff is great!
The OG that set the bar.
10 locals recommend
Theory Wellness: Recreational and Medical Marijuana Dispensary MA
394 Stockbridge RdThe OG that set the bar.
Everything is grown on site, great prices and super friendly staff.
The Pass | Marijuana Dispensary in the Berkshires
1375 N Main StEverything is grown on site, great prices and super friendly staff.
High end, beautiful design, interesting family history. Pricey but not crowded.
Farnsworth Fine Cannabis Company || Great Barrington Marijuana Dispensary
High end, beautiful design, interesting family history. Pricey but not crowded.
Woman owned and very conveniently located across from Guido’ Marketplace (our Whole Food’s equivalent.)
Rebelle Cannabis Dispensary
783 S Main StWoman owned and very conveniently located across from Guido’ Marketplace (our Whole Food’s equivalent.)
Located on the middle of Main Street in Great Barrington. Additional parking in back.
Calyx Berkshire Dispensary
Located on the middle of Main Street in Great Barrington. Additional parking in back.