Sunday, April 28, 2024

Mohonk Mountain House Review: Rich In History & Charm

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Guest Services will hold your luggage and deliver to your room when it becomes available. Although the Mountain House is fascinating, the Mohonk experience has always focused on the outdoors. Even on our January stay, we walked along Lake Road until diverted by ice. We had circled the lake in the fall, covering a fraction of the 85 miles of trails that radiate from the hotel, and would wander again in June.

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Athletic wear, swimwear, t-shirts, tank tops, and flip flops are not permitted. Outdoor casual dining overlooking Lake Mohonk serving country breakfast, barbecue lunch, and evening cookout with lobster bake. Featuring fresh, local ingredients, our historic dining room highlights the bounty of the Hudson Valley region. Mohonk Mountain House began hosting conferences on International Arbitration in June 1895 that lasted until 1916. The Conferences are credited with the initiation of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague.

The Land

Upon the recession of the glaciers, a lake was formed and people began to migrate into the beautiful land, the first of which being the Paleo-Indian, followed by other Native American groups. Mohonk is said to be a Native American word referring to the large rock we call Sky Top. For centuries, Native Americans populated the area, hunting in the Shawangunks and crossing its ridges on long-established footpaths.

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He and the early groundskeepers trucked in tons of soil and applied near-infinite patience to establish the Mohonk gardens. These gardens were influenced by the English style of landscaping of the mid-19th century. During our summer season Kids’ Club is our complimentary drop-off program for guests ages 4-12 to explore the natural wonders and beauty of Mohonk. Led by our First Aid and CPR certified staff, our kids’ program provides a safe and engaging environment with plenty of age-appropriate activities.

Memorial Day Weekend

Visitors flock to New Paltz for a variety of reasons, from swimming in glacial lakes and cycling the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail to visiting the famous Mohonk Mountain House resort. Choose from thrilling outdoor adventures, relaxing spa retreats, fruitful shopping excursions, or eclectic arts and culture activities. GymThere is a modern gym in the Spa Wing with state of the art equipment. It's very nice, as far as gyms go, but on a nice day, why not stay off the conveyer belts and go climb the mountain. Around MohonkThe Mohonk resort is a vast and immersive experience and once you are on the compound there's not much reason to leave, especially when they feed you so well. But the college town of New Paltz, with its State University of New York (SUNY) campus, provides some alternative eating and shopping options.

In 1869, our founder Albert Smiley purchased a ten-room inn on Lake Mohonk and expanded it into the sprawling, marvelous Mountain House we see today—now in its fourth and fifth generations of Smiley family proprietorship. Albert Smiley’s vision was to preserve a natural paradise for guests, a place to rejuvenate away from the stresses of work and city life. In 1895, he convened the first of many Conferences on International Arbitration at the Mountain House, bringing together leaders to meet and discuss world issues. Sky Top Tower, the signature stone landmark at the top of our ridge, was erected in his memory in 1923.

Beach Swimming

Join us as we celebrate the monumental 90th anniversary of Garden Holiday. Engage in a variety of vibrant events, including hands-on workshops on creating beautiful bouquets, flower crowns, and more. Mohonk cordially invites you to lose yourself in an evening of mask making and masquerading at our mountaintop castle!

Letter to the Editor: Top dogs go to the Mohonk Mountain House - Mid Hudson News Website

Letter to the Editor: Top dogs go to the Mohonk Mountain House.

Posted: Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:00:00 GMT [source]

Gather with family and friends on the mountaintop this Thanksgiving to celebrate the holiday of gratitude with the ones you are most thankful for. Treat Mom to a weekend away, with or without the family, at our Victorian castle resort complete with an award-winning spa and unforgettable Mother’s Day Grand Buffet. Every year, Mohonk hosts a diverse range of over 100 unique events that go beyond the ordinary. Experience captivating concerts, cultural explorations, and riveting events such as Mystery Weekend,  The Wonderful World of Words, and the historic Garden Holiday. Renowned experts hailing from across the nation converge on our mountaintop, encompassing realms of art, culinary finesse, nature immersion, and holistic wellness. Enjoy images of our scenic views, farm-to-table dining, and incredible array of activities throughout the season.

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The Carriage Lounge

With a 140-year-old resort, the art form is in knowing what to change, and what to keep the same. Our newest immersive dining experience, inspired by the Smiley Family’s appreciation for nature and world cultures. To make a dining reservation as a Day Guest, please view our Day Guest Packages.

Winter activities include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice-skating. Many of the recreational activities are provided as part of the room rate. PreservationBeginning with Albert, the Smileys began a process of land acquisition, buying up surrounding farms in an effort to preserve a pristine area around the Mountain House, free from development. Guests engaged in hiking and carriage rides throughout this property, enjoying stunning vistas such as those seen from Copes Lookout and Eagle Cliff Road, as well as Sky Top with its views of six surrounding states. Mountain House guests have access to 8000 acres of Preserve land, 1200 acres of Mountain House land, and nearby state park lands, for access to a total of over 85 miles of hiking trails. Over the decades, distinguished visitors to the Mountain House have included five U.S. presidents, naturalists, theologians, business leaders, actors, artists, musicians, and more.

After lunch, we visited the ice-skating rink and greenhouse, then headed back to the Mountain House. How a hotel with 265 guest rooms can be cozy is a paradox, but it is. Nooks and crannies, parlors and bays are scattered throughout, each with sofas and easy chairs. Easter weekend is a celebration for all ages, full of music, crafts and fabulous entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Celebrate the senses at Mohonk every weekday in March as we’ve assembled special activities to reinvigorate your zest for life. Curated by 4th generation Smiley family member, Maria Guralnik, the Summer Festival of the Arts, provides an opportunity for guests to experience a wide range of outstanding artists and entertainers.

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