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Wilderstein Historic Site

Rhinebeck, NY 12572
845-876-4818
Ranked #5 of 7 attractions in Rhinebeck
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings
Owner description: Wilderstein Historic Site, with its exquisite Queen Anne mansion and Calvert Vaux designed landscape, is widely regarded as one of the Hudson Valley’s...... more » Owner description: Wilderstein Historic Site, with its exquisite Queen Anne mansion and Calvert Vaux designed landscape, is widely regarded as one of the Hudson Valley’s most important examples of Victorian architecture. The estate was the home of Margaret (Daisy) Suckley, whose extraordinarily close relationship with Franklin Delano Roosevelt has been well-chronicled and is the subject of much interest. Wilderstein’s guided tour includes the elaborate 1888 interiors of the first floor of the mansion, the exterior architecture, landscape, annual exhibition, and video. The regular season for guided tours is May through October. In addition, the mansion is open and decorated for the holidays from Thanksgiving weekend until the end of December.There is also a network of hiking trails on the property, special events throughout the year, a gift shop, and spectacular Hudson River views. « less
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Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

While access is limited to a few rooms on the main floor it is well worth the trip to see this refurbished architectural gem. More

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Staatsburg, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

One of my favorite places to visit in the area. Bring lunch and have a picnic with the family or with friends More

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hudson valley, ny
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012

Interesting period house linked to the F.D. Roosevelts. Docet led tour was informative and architecture unique among the houses of the time. More

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Wappingers Falls, New York
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

This lovely historic house has been beautifully restored. The grounds are pleasing with a nice view of the river. More

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Brooklyn
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 13, 2009

I loved our trip to Wilderstein. I read the bad review -- I don't know what that person was expecting, but what's actually their is pretty cool. The tour I took -- which I think was the standard tour -- showed us 6 rooms in the house. The kitchen was so authentic and old-fashioned, it took us right back to... More

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Rhinebeck, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2009

I live in the Hudson Valley and know Wilderstein well. It is far and away my favorite historic site in the area. Each time I have taken the tour, I have been exposed to something new or something that I didn’t notice before. This site differs from most others because it truly is a restoration work in progress and the... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2009
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After reading the review from NY Times and the website, I was prepared to tour this beautiful 45 room house. What a disappointment to get on the tour and be shown only THREE, only three rooms of the whole house. For $10 entrance fee, I felt I was ripped off! Recommend to wait until more of the home is available... More

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gold country, california
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2003
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Wilderstein is a lovely afternoon destination, and well worth the trip if you value architecture and history. The restoration of the mansion itself is a work-in-progress, with only the main floor open for tours (but there is still a lot to see). Virtually everything in the house belonged to the Suckley family - from the paintings in the hallways to... More

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