Locust Grove Estate in Poughkeepsie
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Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York, US
Site: http://www.lgny.org/
- Monday:10AM–5PM
- Tuesday:10AM–5PM
- Wednesday:10AM–5PM
- Thursday:10AM–5PM
- Friday:10AM–5PM
- Saturday:10AM–5PM
- Sunday:10AM–5PM
Beautiful gardens and hiking trails to walk for free, magnificent river views. ..guided mansion tours for a fee with great information on the house and history of the site. Original furnishings on 3 levels.
This place is just pure magical. Amazing history and very safe trails to enjoy, just please, stay on trail and take out what you bring in. Definitely stop by the shop, they have an abundance of items from books to clothing to toys.
A beautiful estate. Gorgeous grounds with 5 miles of beautiful trails. Bring insect repellent in the warmer months.. Highly recommended
My husband and I both met at Marist College, so getting married at Locust Grove had always been a dream of mine. From the beginning, Ken, was so great to work with! Covid hit us mid wedding planning, and Ken was always available to answer any questions we had. In the end we ended up going forth with a 50 person wedding and I would not change a single thing. The space was perfect- people had plenty of place to roam around and although we only had 6 tables at dinner, the space felt full and lively the entire night. The grounds are absolutely stunning and we were able to get some really amazing photos. For the brides- I also highly recommend renting Greystone House for your getting ready photos, you will NOT be disappointed. Locust Grove is perfect for the couple who doesnt want a traditional banquet/hotel wedding, still wants that outdoors feel, but wants something a bit more sophisticated than a barn.Also highly recommend Simply Gourmet for Catering and Four Doves Photography (Photo credit)
Had an event there recently and it was lovely. Warm staff and welcoming atmosphere. Its peony season!
We were there for the annual car show the grounds and gardens, are very well done but the house tours do not open until next month.
Beautiful property with wonderful trails and easy to follow/clear trail signs. Lovely views of the Hudson and tree coverage/shade in many spots. Currently (7/2020) they require entry through the information center/shop so that they can keep track of how many people are on the property and masks are required to enter the building.
Really amazing place to visit views are amazing. Nice for kids to do fairy hunt on weekends also have nice walking trails. And nice little museum for Morse
Lovely hiking trail and beautiful maintained grounds. Didn’t get to see the estate itself but the staff seemed very nice.
Picniced (tidily, please) in a shady Grove complete with pileated woodpecker, sniffed many peonies from their extensive collections. Nicely labeled gardens. So peaceful. House tour maybe next time.
There is a private tour that me and my friend took. The history of Locust Grove is incredible. The architecture is lovely and its unique for its time. The grounds have trails open to the public. Such a warm and welcoming adventure.
Beautiful hiking trails, a little steep and Rocky at points so wear sturdy shoes (and you might want to have some bug spray too). The grounds are very pretty, and a wedding was being set up as we were on our walk, its a great venue!
If you are looking for a peaceful hike that isn’t crowded this is the place to go. The grounds are beautiful and the scenery is constantly changing. This is one of Poughkeepsie best kept secrets.
Really a hidden gem! We lived in the area our whole lives and never knew about. Such a nice, well maintained place to walk and roam around the grounds.
Wonderfully kept grounds, friendly staff. I will recommend it for private events or just to enjoy on quiet walks.
I really enjoyed seeing the Samuel Morse museum inside, and hiking the trails throughout the property. The wildlife preserve aspect of the estate far overshadowed the gardens.
Didnt get to tour the mansion. Limited hours. The grounds and trails were beautiful
Amazing trails to walk on. Beautiful views of the Hudson River. I will definitely be going back soon!
I was told by many people that I should go to Locust Grove Estate because they have nice open walking trails alongside the tree lined property. So I finally went there and it was wonderful being outside in nature exploring the scenery and autumn colored leaves on the trees.They also offer guided tours of the property and mansion that brings long ago history back to life.Weddings can be booked at the estate which is a really good venue with great photo opportunities.The floral displays are beautiful and photo worthy especially for outdoor gardeners or anyone who enjoys flowers.
We loved the grounds and a beautiful trail walk down to the Hudson River .
Simply beautiful. You get lost in the smell of spring, the beautiful plantings, and a view of the Mighty Hudson. Fab picnic spot, and camera opportunities.
Well maintained and informative venue about the inventor of Morse Code communication. Hiking trails on the grounds offer lovely views of the Hudson River. Regular tours of the home is available and the commercial building plays host to cultural events.
A beautiful state , with vevy nice gardens and lawn areas ,it has nice trees in front yard and some wood land on the back yard , it is a big and nice property along the Hudson River with some trails that take you from the hose , along the river and other areas around on the back and around the house, there is a dog cementery close to the house ,in other words it is a very nice place to go and spend a peaceful day ,or meditate ,or just walj around.
We went to see the fairy houses and we had a fantastic time. The grounds are beautiful and I will definitely be back to walk around again in the future.
Unfortunately, the house was not open and looked a little sad from the outside. BUT, we were able to see the peonies in bloom (early June) if you time it right. It is Free which is a bonus.
Nice to get snippets about Samuel Morse adulthood, his artistry and how his Morse code helped pave for faster communication. The tour of the mansion of the Young family added color to the visit.
Its a great place for a quick stroll if wanting to enjoy nature or their awesome garden. (Free to access only tour cost money). The tour is pretty informated as well.
Absolutely beautiful place , so serene and clean.Beautiful flowers amd grounds.
I have lived most of my life in the Hudson Valley but only finally explored this gem today. My husband and young daughters brought me to Locust Grove for the Fairy House Hunt as an extension to Mother’s Day festivities. The grounds were beautiful and we were delighted by all the charm and creativity of the fairy houses. It was a wonderful excuse to roam around the property and enjoy the warm weather and sunshine. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The helped me to undo an issue I had when purchasing tickets online and did so with a genuine smile. We are already making plans to return this season with a blanket and a pic I’ve basket full of local goodies to enjoy. Thank you to the staff and to the artists who put so much time, effort, and love into the little fairy houses. My daughters talked about it the whole way home.
Beautiful historic place with massive grounds. Unfortunately the houses and offices were closed the day I visited due to the federal government stopping funds for them to run places like this. Other than this I took a walk around the gardens and it was lovely.
The most amazing wedding venue. We absolutely loved having our wedding reception at Locust Grove. The flower gardens were a beautiful spot for photos, and walking around the grounds was a highlight of the day. The facilities are clean, and well maintained. The venue includes use of chairs and tables which made rentals a bit more affordable. Highly recommend booking Locust Grove for your wedding! Kenneth is so friendly and very helpful during the craziness of COVID protocols and such.
First time here was for pictures after a wedding. Beautiful scenery and many options for pictures. Not positive on prices for taking pictures here but its a great place for them!
Nice view looking down to the river in the distance. Big house, but only open weekends for tours, so we missed out. There is a garden...grounds to walk on. The person in the gift store never greeted us or gave information of any kind and we were the only ones there. It was a nice walk.
Beautiful grounds, nice and knowledge docents and if youre able to tour the house, it is not to be missed! You get access to more than just the main floor. If architecture, views, gardens and/or historic pieces of art/technology are your jam, youll find it all here. The Visitors Center is beautiful and there is a museum dedicated to Samuel Morse with some of his artwork and pieces from the formation of transatlantic communications, so theres something for everyones interests in this gem!
Love Love Love it here. Beautiful, Serene and my favorite place. Totally open to public. Dog friendly. If you havent been definitely go. Anytime of year. No entry fees. Enjoy😊
Beautiful events venue with a rotating art gallery inside and walkable trails on the outside. I imagine this place hosts gorgeous weddings!
Locust Grove is one of the most beautiful trails to visit in the Hudson Valley. The trails are calming, peaceful, and scenic. You get a beautiful view of the Hudson River. At the Estate, there are assortments of flowers and plants that bloom at different times of the year. People so have weddings and take engagement photos at this place!
The site of Samuel Morse home and museum.You can find his paintings (yes, he was a professor of art at NYU) as well.The trails in park are well-marked.You might want to take an insect repellent with you.
Lovely grounds, wonderful gardens with native and non-native plantings. We thoroughly enjoyed the trees, the flowers, the home, the views. Came back two more days, hiked all the trails with my dog. My favorite spot on the Hudson. But. When on the first day we came through the gift shop on the way out and while I was deciding which sun hat and soaps to buy, a male staff member (or consultant for the Estate?) complained to the saleswoman about the flowers in season display out the doorway. Yes, they were a bit wilted and could be refreshed. But he carped on her for the full 10 minutes, repeating with disgust, over and over, Image is everything at a place like this! I offered that my daughter, a gardener, appreciated the display as it was. I was so uncomfortable with this mans loud and angry voice that I left without buying anything. Image is everything! and the image I took away with me was of a thoroughly unpleasant man in some position of authority there who cared nothing for the guest who was right in front of him. I should not have let it get to me, but it ruined the experience for me. Ugh.
Beautiful end of summer gardens in my full bloom.
Beautiful place and free! They do accept donations and there is a gift shop, there is also free parking
Great walk to the river. Medium exercise with change in elevation.
Nice trails but way to crowded at all hours of the day
Beautiful grounds for casual hiking. Building is filled with interesting artwork. The museum shop is unique.
A very nice place to go for a walk and enjoy the outdoors.
Tremendously beautiful..... Very scenic trails and some great overviews of the Hudson River. Very different style trails than the Vanderbilt mansion. Bring athletic shoes and keep your eyes focused on the trail! Lots of roots and rocks! Great trail system that all leads into each other. Good challenges with hills as well. Overall a great day at a great historical place.
Great loop trails through a wooded area. The low end runs passed a pond, lake and over several bridges/culverts. Some steep slopes. The gardens are well cared-for.
My daugther, husband and myself had a wonderful time at the fairy house hunt
We celebrate a wedding 💒 there and the food and music were great. The staff very helpful and professional they took care of our evey need some people had food allergies and the staff made sure to take proper steps to keep everyone safe and happy 😊 I definitely suggest this place
First day house open to public, post shut down. Upstairs is under renovation, so staff floor is given some additional attention. Garden is producing veggies and some flowers. Trail to Hudson a little disappointing. Cant really see much thanks to railroad and tributary. Welcome center has a nice set of exhibits.
Went for a craft fair. There were many wonderful vendors with their homemade items. Fun time looking at everything.
We just had our wedding on the grounds and it couldnt have been a more perfect evening. Ken was absolutely outstanding and helpful in every way, ensuring our day went far beyond anything we could have imagined. The galleries are excellent and the grounds are absolutely beautiful. Truly a gem nestled in the rough of Route 9. Definitely worth stopping by.(And thank you again Ken and crew!)Joe & Laura
Went to go and search for fairies and I was not disappointed! There are over 20 fairy houses to track down and it was so much fun looking for them all! It was great to see families out there enjoying the grounds too. So many beautiful flowers and a lovely garden to check out too! Well worth a visit
My best friend got married here over the weekend and it was absolutely beautiful, delicious hors doeuvre and entrees, perfect day, and very friendly staff!!!
Its a beautiful place, I always lover nature and it reminds me the good ol days with my uncle walking in the forest.
Gorgeous, historical, relaxing and adventuress! Take a gander at Locust Grove and fall in love with the beautiful landscape, hiking trails, and its very own historical mansion and gift shop! Learn about the gracious families whove lived there and the woman who donated the estate and land to the public, in a private foundation, whom still curates this establishment to this day. Or, become an expert and volunteer your skills and time to assist the foundation in continuing to keep this beautiful place alive and free to us all.To take a tour there is a small fee, however, its well worth it!Locust Grove also offers event rental space for weddings and partys off all kind. If you plan to be married there, you can donate $500 to plant a tree in honor of your ceremony and to help keep the grounds beautiful and natural.A wonderful place to spend the day!
This is one of my favorite places in the Hudson Valley. It is beautiful in all seasons.Right now, the autumn leaves are still falling on the hiking trails. In the winter, the beautiful mansion is decorated for the holidays. The spring and summer bring out the blooms in the exquisite garden. And the gift shop and art gallery always have something interesting!! I wish that I could give Locust Grove more than 5 stars!
Had our wedding at Locust Grove in April of 2018 and it was perfect. The process was very smooth and everything was easy, taking one part of the stress away from our wedding.The grounds were amazing for photos and our guests were able to explore the gardens and trails before the ceremony started. The cherry blossoms were out for our photos so couldnt have been more perfect!
The visitor center and mansion are beautiful to walk in and around, and the trails are well kept and easy enough so as to get a nice work out without staining yourself too much. You cant walk right up to the Hudson, but you can see it and the train tracks from a short distance. They also have their own flower gardens, which are very nice. Its definitely worth a visit and you can spend anywhere from an hour to half a day if you really want.
Really nice venue. We got in a 3 mile hike. Nice place...very accesible... nice quick hike. Great grounds.
Locust Grove Estate is a great venue for weddings and other event. The gardens are well maintained and very picturesque. In addition to all of this there are hocking trails that allow you to walk to the Hudson river. There are 8 different trail that you can follow to walk around the grounds.
We came here for a morning walk. Several trail options, relatively short distance with scenic views of the Hudson River. I broke my ankle earlier this year so brought a hiking pole which I used, as the trails were rocky and uneven in sections.
What an amazing home! Fantastic collection of antiques giving evidence that it is possible for humans to make beautiful items that can endure centuries.
Beautiful grounds, lots of history here.
We went to just walk around without paying for the tour. Its winter, but it looked like the rose garden would be nice during the summer. There is a nice view of the river if you walk down the trail.
Wonderful!! Introduction video very informative. Beautiful home and a fantastic guide. Home was owned by Samuel Morse then the Young family. Every item in the home is from the Young family. Furniture, dishes, bedding, collectibles, artwork, etc. They also offer classes, lectures, and more. Volunteers help to maintain the gardens. Excellent gift store.
Love the trails! Short or longer walks/hikes. I love running the trails, but they are rough so you have to focus on your feet. Beautiful site tucked away along busy route 9.
The main entrance is a museum/ event hall. Go around back to get to the trails. You can bring pets! The trails are gravel so wear comfortable shoes. Some trails get close to the Hudson River so you can get those nice pictures! If you dont want to walk around just find a bench and chill out under the shade or in a garden. My dog loved it there so well def be going back!
The ground are nice and well kept. We went for the pumpkin search. The kids had a great time searching. We didnt get to the museum but it looks nice.
This place is beautiful and great views of the Hudson River.Building is spotless and modern.The original house where Morse lives is great to check out.They do a tour and its worth it.They also have a big car show every year and you see a lot of great cars that are not an everyday car show
I started going to the Locust Grove wine tastings the second Tuesday of each month with a friend that has done this before. I went with several other friends, who also enjoy wine. We loved the experience!!!!I must say it was informative, especially with the help of Marta from Martas Vineyard wine shop in Wappingers.She has the perfect personality and expertise to teach us all a little about the wine paired with the food they serve. She makes the experience fun and we walk away a little smarter about our wine choices.I have gone to her shop and will continue because she is someone who you can trust the choice you make will be the right one with her help.
A wonderful place to walk the garden areas or hike down into the wooded Areas of this historic estate. The public has free access to the grounds (just register at the visitor center)but for tours to the house there is a fee.
Beautiful grounds with excellent trails. The Morse House has an old but pretty feel to it, and the art gallery in the welcome center houses very high quality art. Definitely worth at least one visit.
Very nice mansion, best known for being the home of Samuel Morse (of Morse code), done in an ITalia Villa style. We had a very lovely tour guide. We got to see 3 floors, but were not really able to go into most of the rooms and were not allowed in the top of the tower. We stood outside the rooms and peered in. It was not as grand as some of the other mansions in the area, like the Vanderbilt or Rockefeller estates. Children are free (under 15 I believe), which is nice. The gardens are very pretty. If you like historic buildings, it is definitely worth a trip.
The trails are excellent and intersect such that you can easily take a hikes of varying lengths without traversing the same area twice and it is still a short distance to the trailhead from almost any point if you need to suddenly leave for any reason.Easy terrain, great for families with small kids.
Locust Grove (Samuel Morse estate) is well worth a visit. While the museum is small, the house (when it is open) is fascinating and the grounds with rolling hills leading down to the Hudson are well worth exploring on well-designed paths. Also, the visitors center is reservable for weddings and other events.
Wonderful place to take your leashed dog for a hike. First time walkers will be surprised to find such beautiful wooded trails right off of busy Route 9.
We had our wedding here in early September and it was gorgeous. Ceremonies can be held in the garden adjacent to the reception hall (a part of the visitors center) - we liked the area with the river view more, but it was too far for our grandparents to walk (and they only allow ceremonies by the garden). The river view area and area around the house itself, however, is fantastic for photos. The reception hall has tables, chairs, bathrooms, parking and a catering kitchen so you need to rent very little, and the terrace is perfect for a cocktail hour (no need for a stuffy receiving line!). The terrace, garden and big doors mean that while the reception hall is indoors, the feeling is of an indoor-outdoor space. Perfect for nights with good weather but serviceable even in bad weather. The hall itself is lovely, with wooden floors, neutral colors (so you can use any colors you want), arts-and-crafts/Japanese style lights and exposed beams. Its much classier and more minimalist than a typical hotel banquet hall.Staff is professional and friendly, and happy to help, and its very conveniently located right next to the Marriott, so your guests can walk back to their rooms. No need for DDs.The only downside is that sometimes you can hear traffic from Rt. 9 or trains going past, but the trains add to the Victorian air of the place.All in all we are so happy we chose this venue!
Beautiful grounds and was a great location for the wedding we attended
What a great accidental discovery. The name out front Locust Grove is NOT at all helpful for tourist visiting this most interesting area. They NEED a sign out front saying there is a museum and home of the inventor of Morse Code. It was delightful and very educational, fascinating! There is so little coverage of Morse in the history books, compared to all he contributed to the world. Beautiful grounds and garden and view of the Hudson River. Its a wonderful place just to spend time and enjoy. Very nice gift shop.
I attended a wedding several years ago and will have my daughters Sweet 16 there in two weeks. I have explored some of the front grounds with my daughter n nieces and took some great pics.Keith the Manager is great, he is fun and easy to speak with. I look forward to the party I am hosting I know it will be fantastic!!
Like many of the other brides who had to change their wedding plans due to COVID-19, I am one of the brides who unfortunately had to cancel my wedding at Locust Grove Estate. We were so very excited to have our wedding at Locust Grove! Such beautiful grounds with amazing gardens! It was the perfect spot. We even booked the Greyhouse for our rehearsal dinner. Ken Snodgrass is the event coordinator at LGE and he was absolutely wonderful to work with! Always answered all my questions in a timely and professional way. He was so helpful during our first visit of the venue and we booked right away! Unfortunately, we had to cancel as mentioned above, so I cannot speak to day-of happenings, but I have no doubt that everything would have gone off without a hitch! A coworker of my mother’s actually suggested the venue to us a year ago when she had her wedding here and she raved about it! I highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for a picture perfect wedding! A plus is having both an outdoor ceremony option with an indoor backup option! When COVID-19 disrupted our wedding plans, Ken was extremely understanding and worked with us in this difficult situation.
A small but excellent collection of artifacts about The Samuel FB Morse story. A tour of the house was excellent as well. We also hiked on the trail down to the Hudson riverwhich was a bit treacherous as it was very rocky and steep in many spots.
We only hiked -- we didnt tour the mansion. The trails are fairly easy and there is a pretty overlook of the Hudson River and a view of the Mid-Hudson Bridge (FDR?).
Great venue spot wonderful place and a beautiful look to it
Very nice store has many interesting items and we bought the tea and candles!
Great Hudson Valley location with gardens and walk paths. Hosts events and showcases works byblocal artists. Gift shop is quite.
I went here for the Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District annual Holiday book and media sale. (Weekend before Thanksgiving). They have a wonderful selection of books and DVDs (all gift quality). The grounds of the Morse Estate is very pretty. A nice place to walk around. Theres also an exhibit center and a small museum dedicated to Samuel Morse.
It was a great experience. Lots of great Hudson valley history wrapped up in the tour given by excellent docents. The grounds also present beautiful views of the river.
Pretty flower gardens... but I felt like I was at WDW having to enter and exit thru the gift shop!
Locust Grove was the most amazing place to have our wedding ceremony and reception. My husband and I fell in love with Locust Grove. We loved using the indoor space and the outdoor space, especially the traditional English garden where our wedding ceremony was held. Our guests enjoyed walking the grounds of Locust Grove! Highly recommend and we could not have imagined a more perfect place to have our wedding ceremony and reception!
We had a nice day and the grounds were beautiful and my granddaughter had fun looking at finding where the faires live!!
Great to reason around, good view of the Hudson. Very historic.
Locust Grove is a wonderful place to hike and admire the variety of tree species on the main lawn. They have a magnificent garden too! Favorite trees include American basswood, redbud, ginko, several beeches, elms, and maples, as well as hydrangea topiaries.
The best wedding experience as guest and as a bride herself! Ken was amazing as well! Its just such a unique beautiful place!
If you are interested in the Hudson valley movers and shakers Sam Morse left a beautiful piece of property bordering the river. The home and gardens are worth spending the hour or so then go up to FDRs place or Vanderbilt mansion
Attended free concert on the grounds. Great day and weather. Nice venue.
Interesting tour, house lovely. Spectacular grounds
So much to see that you cannot do it in just a few hours. The volunteer staff are very knowledgeable and willing to share with you. Its free to visit and is open year-round (except when rented out for special events a few times a year).
Locust grove is a perfect location for a wedding or any event. Its what we call picture perfect! The grounds and gardens look amazing, and the service is great. Its one of my favorite places to work.
A must see. Very well preserved, and you get to see a lot of the rooms, including all of the servant’s rooms in the basement, which are full of artifacts of the Gilded Age. We plan to come back when the gardens are in bloom.
We went for the pumpkin search. The kids had a great time searching. We didnt get to the museum but it looks nice.
THE WORST TRIP EVER!!!!! NEVER EVER GOING THERE AGAIN!!!! My brother and I both went there for a school field trip. Since it was a field trip, we expected the staff to be nicer. They were not. It was boring and we didnt get to go outside until we were walking to the buses.Overall a big disappointment.
Visiting the mansions along the Hudson? Locust Grove is a must see. Wonderful history of original owner, Samuel Morse, and others. Art museum with Morses art at welcome center. Lovely period furnishings.
The house is just lovely but the property landscaping, gardens walks her are always something new. They are replacing the fencing to the vegetable gardens and installed new gates for a easier access.
Nice historic house and grounds. You can walk down the hill toward the Hudson River for great views. Nice gift shop and rentable event space.
Brought our granddaughter to the Enchanted Fairy Garden celebration. But every visit to this special place feel enchanted. Come for a walk, a picnic history or just the gift store!
Loved, we went on a pumpkin scavenger hunt, the kids had a blast. The grounds were beautiful!
Beautiful venue for a private event.
This place is dreadful. The wedding started at 5. At eight they finally brought food to the other side of the room. Our side had to wait another half an hour for them to bring dinner. When I asked if we could have some bread, the girl said no.I had to chase someone down to get water glasses filled at our table. No one ever came around to see if we needed any thing. The steak and potato would not have filled an infant. I am a very small petite woman who doesnt eat much... went home starving!! Never again.
Not only is the building beautiful and well kept, but the grounds and gardens are spectacular. I was here for Queen City Pride and the bathrooms were clean, the grounds were manicured, I could not be more impressed.
The tour was wonderful. Tour guides professional and friendly. Learned so much about the history of the estate. Holiday decorations lovely. Great day trip.
Really friendly staff, and very beautiful estate and gardens. Had a beautiful hike
Gorgeousnesly scenic public estate. Very well kept gardens. All guides very helpful. A local piece of wilderness for the suburban explorer.
We were fearful of inclement weather this Sunday, 10/28/2018. But the weather and forecast prevailed. On this day over 200 women dressed in traditional Qipao (Cheongsam) and sing and dance. Beautiful Chinese song and dance to the Autumn foliage. Once in a lifetime experience
Good place to walk. There are lots of little trails to explore. They are not always clear, so be careful, wear good shoes, and go with a friend.
First time here was for pictures after a wedding. Beautiful scenery and many options for pictures. Not positive on prices for taking pictures here but its a great place for them!
Excellent service, Beautiful Grounds Small or large gatherings you wont be disappointed
Nice hiking trails. Some hills. Beautiful gardens.
Overlooking the Hudson River, the 200-acre Locust Grove Estate includes an Italianate villa designed in 1851 for artist and inventor Samuel Morse by architect A. J. Davis. It is a wonderful testament to a family who kept this historic home of Samuel Morse intact. In 1895 new owners William and Martha Young redecorated the mansion with a vast collection of art and antiques. Mr. and Mrs. Young’s daughter, Annette, lived at Locust Grove until 1975, preserving the estate essentially as her parents had used it. Today Locust Groves is an independent not-for-profit museum and nature preserve established by Annette Innis Young.
Morse was an ACTUAL Innovator. How refreshing, in these hyperbolic times.
Beautiful, quite and many trails for both beginner and experienced hikers. Its truly like a hidden treasure.
Beautiful gift shop and lovely trails for walking or running!
Beautiful building with Frank lord Wrights untone. Bring your dog on a leash for a nice day. Watch the metro north train pass below its a joy in the woods.
Disappointing. I realize this is off season for gardens but it was obvious that even in summer there really is not much to see.
Beautiful historic wedding venue! We always enjoy coming here to officiate, DJ & provide our Magic Mirror Photobooth Services at this beautiful venue!
The food was delicious and the staff were very attentive and looked well-groomed. Parking lot was slightly dark but very nice visit.
Brought a group of 3rd grade kids. The a activities organized by the staff were fun, engaging and appropriate. Looking FCC forward to coming back.
Beautiful grounds with lovely walks to the Hudson. Have not yet visited the mansion but there are tours.
Nice venue for attending seminars etc. Also nice grounds with carriage roads throughout for walking and taking in the beautiful Hudson River scenery
Beautiful grounds, views of the Hudson River, gardens to walk through and a dinning hall for events. Great area on Route 9.
Beautiful grounds, nice place to hike. Love the beautiful flower gardens and hiking paths.
I as a recent employee loved this place... and miss it. My dad takes great responsibility for the grounds and as did i. cant say my Great Great uncle Samuel F.B. Morse didnt pick a better place for a summer home
Great volunteers and a good crowd at sunset wine and food event. Definitely want to enjoy this place in the future!
We had so much fun with our girls scout troop making circuits in the basement and going on a educational Morse code scavenger hunt in the museum.
Beautiful historic site. Paths through the woods. Guided tours through the manor house. Nice gift shop.
Great spot for a picnic!
Entertaining place to go and historical. Huge grounds to just go walk and site see as well. Open daily for tours.
Great place to hike and see special exhibits. Lovely gardens and special events
Beautiful hall and kitchen for events! The outdoor patuo area is top notch as well!
Beautiful home. I enjoyed the guided tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Very nice place to hold events. The main banquet room is open and airy and the facility is comfortable and classy.
Grounds are well maintained. Beautiful hiking trails, and historic buildings.
They hold a beautiful car show here every summer. It is such an amazing setting for it!
Beautiful estate. Nice easy trails for outdoor fun and relaxation.
Very lovely grounds. House tour is ok. Gift shop is very nice.
I love walking here
My daughter loves to run around in the fields and and in the trails.
Well organized wine/food pairing from Lolas. Worth going to see the gardens.
Worked here as a dishwasher when it was actively a restaurant, beautiful scenery, and a gorgeous estate tucked away in plain sight :)
Fantastic location, love the wandering trails and great to explore, only downside is that the gnats were so thick.
Dont have your wedding here . Staff is rude ! They were braking down the tables and chairs while the dj was still playing . They couldnt get rid of us fast enughe . Thanks for the memories!
Beautiful place for a hike, I saw dears, beautiful lake view.
Beautiful grounds, great gift shop, awesome place for a wedding.
Its a lovely place and friendly staff. I went for a wedding there and the food was good
Was a guest at a wedding here. Beautiful grounds. Great catering. Attentive staff.
Nice outdoor activity
I always enjoy the car show they put on so far two years in a row cant wait til next uear
Beautiful place to walk around. Definitely visit during the spring!
Had a wonderful time with the kids visiting Samuel Morses home and completing the Holiday scavenger hunt.
Beautiful! The view at Sunset was amazing!
Fabulous house tour. Kudos to guide. Magnificent house and museum. Recommend it highly.
Beautiful Gardens!!
Right on the Hudson with great views. The museum is interesting, but the reception/party hall is gorgeous.
Great tour of house, rain kept us from the gardens.
Witnessed a beautiful wedding here. Gorgeous grounds.
Pleasant place to walk around!Beautiful garden!
I was here for a private dinner meeting. The front building was beautiful and the food was delicious.
,atmosphere good, historical tour excellent. great gift shop.
The tour is very interesting and the gift shop awesome!
Beautiful grounds and trails! Great programs for kids.
Lovely!
Loved the grounds. Nice for easy hike
Went there for the Bones, serpent, & curiosity shop venue. Great event!
Beautiful property and full of history. Also very scenic
Beautiful views, beautiful day! Attended a wedding and it was phenomenal!
You can take hikes here for free and you can have webbings inside a large hall
A Great place to relax and take a little walk and enjoy the views
We love seeing the way these building were created and how long they lasted~
Beautiful grounds, lovely house full of local history.
Lovely place, beautiful gardens, great place for a walk.
A wonderful place for wedding and corporate events.Staff are very accomadating.
Great tour and guide. Also terrific gift shop.
At the Annual Locust Grove Car Show and it is awesome, beautiful summer day.
Really nice ambiance. Love taking the dog here for a walk.
Beautiful place, free to walk the grounds.
This was a great place and a historical house that was worth visiting.
What a great show and a great area its such nice grounds
Really nice. Holds beautiful weddings. Nice walks.
Total reviews rating 4.7
199 Reviews for Locust Grove Estate 2023:
Review №1
2021-12-11I had the honor and pleasure of being one of the Readers at the Moon Serpent and Bone 3rd Annual Yule Market. Since I AM a fanatic for punctuality, I arrived between 3-3:30PM so that I could take a walk around the grounds. The staff and volunteers were genuinely helpful and professional; I felt like a total VIP. Also, I was so happy at how committed everyone was to stopping the spread of covid19. Face masks worn correctly snd constantly, hand sanitizers, even hot water in the bathrooms. The grounds are beautifully maintained and I look forward to returning next year, and exploring the grounds a little more. Oh, and there is so much gorgeous art work in the building, too.
Review №2
2022-06-28Explored the grounds only as we did not save enough time for more. Beautiful estate. Pictures here dont show the extent the grounds.
Review №3
2021-12-17Locust Grove is a beautiful venue for a smaller wedding (100 guests or less). Their reception room is very modern and they include tables, chairs, a kitchen and more for an affordable rate that goes back into their non-profit. I love when their gardens are in bloom and they have a great view too!
Review №4
2021-08-30We had our wedding here and it is the most beautiful spot! We were planning during COVID and it was the perfect venue with both outdoor and spread-out indoor space. It was able to accommodate any issue we might have run into. Its also wheelchair accessible, which was important to us.The grounds and gardens are perfect for photos and an outdoor ceremony. We had the cocktail hour on the covered patio and the reception in the large hall.Ken was so easy to work with throughout the entire process, from first scoping out the venue to the day of the wedding. He was responsive and amenable to anything we needed.We also love that Locust Grove is an open park and we can come back any time we want to enjoy the beautiful grounds, gardens, hiking, and scenery.
Review №5
2021-12-30Great place! Must to see. Will be open again in April 1. Free to visit with free parking.
Review №6
2021-09-11Absolutely beautiful!!! Free everyday! Open 10am-5pm. Trails are nice, gardens are pretty ❤️🦋
Review №7
2022-04-23Lovely day for walkers!Beautiful place landscape off the Locust Grove in Poughkeepsie.
Review №8
2020-10-29How have we missed this gem of a spot in over 6 years of living in the Hudson Valley? Just got to go here for the first time, yesterday, and we absolutely loved it! The welcome/event space is so nice, clean and beautifully kept. The garden has so many gorgeous flowers. The grounds are beautiful and so easily walkable. And, the views of the Hudson are admittedly a little far away from the garden area, but still impressively pretty. Cant wait to go back and go on some of their actual trails. They have an over 200 acre property! 👍🏼
Review №9
2022-01-15We recently had our wedding at Locust Grove and absolutely love it! The grounds and event space were the perfect setting for our ceremony and reception, and the fall colors and flower gardens were an incredible backdrop. Ken and the team at Locust Grove were also wonderful to work with. They were helpful, informative, and made our decision to have our wedding there easy!
Review №10
2022-06-16Had our wedding here, everyone was incredibly accommodating and helpful with the event. The night went off flawlessly and the pictures came out spectacular with the sunset after some rain. Very easy to walk next door to the hotel as well.