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A satirical art installation lights up the night
High Falls residents live under the watchful eye of 13 gnomes that light up nightly in southeastern New York. The aptly-named Gnome Mountain has a mythical aura about it, a rocky, craggy formation that slopes upward as Route 213 extends further west into the neighborhood. Its highest point is populated by the gnomes standing nearly three feet tall at the intersection of 213 and Old NY-213, a tongue-in-cheek art installation by artist Sam Tufnell. Beaming colors including green, yellow and orange into the night sky, the baker’s dozen of gnomes add a whimsical air to High Falls, already a small and sparse region of the Kingston area. “It’s this cute little town,” says Patty Kowatch, an associate broker with Keller Williams Realty Hudson Valley North. “If you blink, you’re going to miss it, but people love it.”
Visitors to High Falls are drawn to the whimsical Gnome Mountain art installation, which illuminates after dark and adds charm to the scenic landscape.
Discover High Falls, New York, a historic hamlet established in 1669, known for its rich heritage and small-town appeal in the Hudson Valley.
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Eclectic shopping on Route 213
Restaurants in High Falls are located on or near Route 213. “It’s a cute little town,” Kowatch says. “High Falls has its own unique following. There’s a bunch of cute restaurants and some antique shops.” Among those restaurants is The Spy Social Eatery and Bar, situated in a farmhouse-style building in western High Falls, which features American dishes, wine and more. Wood-fired pizza is served hot out of the oven at Ollie’s Pizza, just east down the road. Boutique shoppers browse flower selections at Green Cottage, antiques at the Curious Cat and art at Wired Gallery. Groceries are stocked at a Hannaford just over 10 miles northeast in Kingston.
The High Falls Food Co-Op is an important addition to the High Falls community.
The Spy in High Falls is perfect for a handcrafted cocktail with a smile.
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Local landmarks and recurring events
High Falls itself has Gnome Mountain, but a mountainous gnome sits about 8 miles southwest at Kelder’s Farm and is one of the world’s largest such sculptures. “There’s all the street festivals,” Kowatch says. “It’s almost like the small-town vibe of having all those activities for the locals and the tourists up there. People love this area. They’ll walk up and down Woodstock or Rosendale, or on a Saturday High Falls always has people through it.” At the High Falls Flea Market, customers shop for a variety of items every Sunday from April through October, while each year the High Falls Fair Day brings the community together for an event showcasing food, live music, games and even a relay race.
“You can be in High Falls, but you’re only 10 to 15 minutes from the Strand in Kingston, where there might be a big festival going on,” Kowatch says. “Or, you could take a cruise on the Rip Van Winkle, walk over the walkway bridge or visit the Mohonk Mountain House, which is huge.” The Rip Van Winkle is operated by Hudson River Cruises and takes passengers through the waters, while the Walkway Over the Hudson spans nearly 7,000 feet from shore to shore.
Minnewaska State Park offers thrilling trails and stunning vistas.
High Falls climbers can head over to the Table Rocks for an adventurous day out.
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Casting a line in Rondout Creek
Rondout Creek meanders along the northwestern-facing edge of High Falls, and anglers cast lines for bass, walleye and other fish along its tree-lined, sometimes-rocky banks. The High Falls Waterfalls cascade in the river just northwest, as well. Less than 10 miles northeast, a boat launch near Creek Locks Road allows for small craft to be put into the water, and the Rondout Creek Public Fishing Hole sits just beyond High Falls. To the south, the Table Rocks provide a picturesque hiking area, while the Mohonk Preserve is a popular site for climbing, hiking and other recreation. “It’s actually one of the best rock-climbing areas in the country,” Kowatch says. “It’s world-known as one of the best rock-climbing places – famous rock climbers actually come to Mohonk and the Shawangunk Ridge.”
High Falls features breathtaking waterfalls along Rondout Creek, offering a serene setting ideal for nature lovers and peaceful sightseeing.
High Falls has large open green spaces surrounded by lush greenery.
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Single-family homes scattered throughout High Falls
Homes are concentrated in several areas within High Falls, with dense foliage comprising much of the neighborhood. In the residential areas, though, properties are relatively close together. “You get a sense of knowing people in that area,” Kowatch says. Colonials, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes are the primary architectural designs within High Falls; more unique designs could feature Dutch colonial elements or even be the site of a former museum. Most single-family homes are priced between $250,000 and $350,000, though larger properties could go for $500,000 or more.
High Falls has peaceful and winding streets.
Farm style homes in High Falls provide a country feeling to the neighborhood.
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A four-school system for High Falls students
About 3 miles northwest of High Falls, Marbletown Elementary School plays host to education from kindergarten through third grade. It receives a B rating from Niche, while after graduation students head south to the Rondout Valley educational campus. It encompasses three schools, beginning with Rondout Valley Intermediate School from fourth through sixth grade, which scores a C. Niche gives a C-plus to both Rondout Valley Junior High School and Rondout Valley High School. The former spans seventh and eighth grades, while the latter offers programs revolving around art, music, agriculture and more.
Marbletown Elementary School prepares young learners of High Falls for school.
Rondout Valley Intermediate School transitions students from elementary to middle school.
Rondout Valley Junior High is a public school in Accord New York near High Falls.
Rondout Valley High School prepares High Falls students for college.
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Multiple routes to the New York State Thruway
Multiple routes to the New York State Thruway High Falls residents are just over 10 miles away from accessing the highway, having to make their way west to Route 209 and then turn northeast to get to the New York State Thruway. It’s nearly the same distance to the main area of Kingston. “Everything’s easy to get to,” Kowatch says. “They all kind of interconnect. They’re all close enough to be everything’s user-friendly.” New York City is almost 100 miles south of the neighborhood and Albany is nearly 70 miles north. Farther beyond state lines, both Boston and Philadelphia are each around 200 miles from High Falls.
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