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New York, Leatherstocking area Bed and Breakfast - Find B&B on BnBStar.com
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In an area rich in culture, history, scenic beauty with beautiful mountains and valleys in the heart of the region you'll find excellent bed and breakfast in New York Leatherstocking at reasonable prices! Museums, performing arts centers, reconstructed historic villages, farmsteads and geological wonders to explore are just a few of the attractions that draw thousands of visitors each year. Home of The Baseball Hall of Fame, Village of Museums and the spectacular cavern that was formed millions of years ago where you can dig for diamonds and meet "Randy" a rare authentic dinosaur scull or just simply relax and enjoy the terrific scenery and hospitality that the region has to offer!
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Nestled in the heartland is Binghamton near the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers, a region rich in scenic beauty, enchanting villages and bustling cities. Here you can attend a festival, enjoy the performing arts, or watch the nationally renowned PGA golf tournament, the B.C. Open. If you love animals, then head for Ross Park Zoo located in South Mountain it's the fifth oldest zoological institution in the country. Alternatively try Roscoe Conkling Park where you'll find the Utica Zoo with over 150 animals including primates, exotic birds, the red panda, Siberian tiger, snow leopard, tamarins, white handed gibbon, golden lion, and the red ruffed lemur housed in 30 acres of developed land. There is also a Children's Museum, a hands-on learning center with emphasis on local history, environmental science and the arts. The Mohawk Valley Ballet a good regional dance company is also located in Utica with performances featuring some of Central New York's most promising dancers. For a relaxing ride take the Adirondack Scenic Railway providing splendid scenic rides from Utica to Thendara Station near Old Forge, a wilderness adventure. Great value for money and warm hospitality is what you'll find in bed and breakfast in New York Leatherstocking area!
Fly Creek Cider Mill and Orchard is a turn-of-the-century water-powered mill providing a fascinating family attraction located in the heart of New York State just minutes from Cooperstown, there you can sample a wide variety of tasty treats including the old-fashioned cider mill donuts, special hot spiced cider, cider floats and more. Close by are the picturesque towns of Springfield Center, Richfield Springs and Greene. Visit the remarkable town of Cooperstown, the "Village of Museums", home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Fenimore House as well as numerous specialty shops and charming restaurants. Nearby is The Farmers Museum, a classic 'turn the pages back in time' to the 1845 era. Take a fascinating stroll through the wonderful historic village and working farm where you can meet the craftspeople who continue the traditions of tradesmen from the 19th century, learn firsthand about life on the farm and experience the celebrations of day-to-day routines the rural Americans were once involved in. Opened in 1842, Howe Caverns were one of New York's first and most visited natural attractions and still remain a premier venue today that offers adventure designed to enlighten, entertain, and educate and where visitors can take a journey 156 feet below ground, these spectacular majestic caverns of stalactites and stalagmites were a natural prehistoric world formed millions of years ago and they have an elevator entrance, brick walkways, strategic lighting and include a boat ride on the underground Lake of Venus. For an unusual cruise, try out the classic wooden boats. In an area rich with railroad history, you can also ride through Charlotte Valley on a Railroad carriage, it certainly takes visitors back in time with vintage rail cars and locomotives across the scenic wilderness of the Upper Susquehanna River Valley. The Railroad crosses the river twice over two steel-truss bridges, and travels through a variety of landscapes including forests and wetlands. Other activities include the only recreational indoor and outdoor go-kart racing facility that can be found at Northgate Speedway offering nine different style karts and four different track configurations.
Located on the site of the point of origin of the Erie Canal and known worldwide as the home of Revere Copper and Brass is Rome offering a wealth of history and culture. In the center of town is located Fort Stanwix National Monument known as the “fort that never surrendered” and was faithfully reconstructed to its 1777 appearance! The American Flag first flew at the fort during the American Revolution. It is the birthplace of Francis Bellamy, the famous author of the Pledge of Allegiance. This remarkable little town has a wonderful family fun center with go-carts, bumper boats, a nice arcade, miniature golf, picnicking and a 300-ft water slide for all age groups. Then for the little children there is a petting zoo with pony rides, a play area of giant soft toys, exotic and native animals, picnicking and a hands-on animal presentation.
Sylvan Lake Amusement Park is located on the shore of beautiful Oneida Lake, where you can enjoy exhilarating rides and family fun. Nearby is the Glimmerglass State Park overlooking the beautiful Otsego Lake, and where the author James Fenimore Cooper's "Leatherstocking Tales" was inspired. The rolling, partially wooded landscape is host to a wide variety of wildlife with a scenic trail through the forest bringing you to a spectacular view of the lake. The beaver pond and woodland trails are very picturesque with a variety of interesting flora and fauna. There is also plenty of well-groomed golf courses, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, biking, hiking, and antiquing.
Located in the Mohawk River and the Erie Canal, is Little Falls providing skiing on the Shu-Maker Mountain with a 750-foot vertical drop and 22 trails for the intermediate and expert alike. Also the Mohawk Herkimer Diamond Mines where you can experience mining and dig for diamonds then keep all the diamonds you find, you can also dig for beautifully doubly-terminated quartz crystals already faceted by nature, these sparkling crystals were formed over half a billion years ago. You'll find a gem and mineral shop, restaurant, museum and picnicking, not forgetting fishing, tubing, horseback riding and … oh yes…you can meet "Randy" the Museum's premier showcase, a rare dinosaur skull exhibited in the fossil cabinet. Cazenovia offers special family activities and is the center of activity during the maple sugaring, fall harvest, and winter seasons. In spring you can learn all about maple syrup production. Wherever you decide to visit, a cosy and friendly bed and breakfast in New York Leatherstocking area awaits and will help make your vacation become a special one!
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