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Things to do in Warwick, Pine Island, New York

Posted by on Feb 9, 2004 in All | 0 comments

 The following comment is from past guests Keith & Lori from their B&B review web site at http://www.weloveourlife.com:

The little town of Pine Island is located in the Warwick Valley, just below the Hudson Valley region.  It is just north of the northernmost part of New Jersey.  This area has plains known as the Black Dirt Region for exactly that reason…the dirt in the fields is a dark, thick black.  This region was previously the bottom of a glacial lake which eventually receded. In the late1800s, settlers drained the remaining water and found some of the most fertile soil in the US. Sweet Empire State onions are grown in the black dirt, and we could actually smell the sweet onions as we drove on some of the elevated roads by the farms.  We arrived in the area on Saturday, September 30, the height of the apple harvest/festival. Warwick, a charming small town in the region, was mobbed with city fold eager to pick their own apples, so we retreated to the country roads. Having both grown up in rural suburbs, we had done enough apple picking in our lives, but for those of you who haven’t, September is a nice time to visit this region (but plan ahead, as there are crowds.)

OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS
(in no particular order): 

  • Chateau Hathorn in Warwick, NY - 845-986-6099 (5 star, elegant continental cuisine, fireplaces in all of the dining rooms and an amazing wine cellar – make friends with Helene and you might be able to arrange a tour!!!  Dress nice for this one but jackets are NOT required, this is the country after all!) http://www.chateauhathorn.com 

  • Landmark Inn in Warwick - 845-986-5444 (wonderful rustic country dining – great food! Did I mention the ghosts? Never seen them and Mike the owner says it’s hogwash because he has to live upstairs with his family, but hey, I’ve lived here longer!) 

  • Warwick Inn - 845-986-3666 (quiet & intimate, Victorian country dining. Lots of  seafood, a nice salad bar and great Black Angus Prime Rib!)

  • Ten Railroad Avenue - 845-986-1509 (Great Spanish & Italian food, live entertainment Fri. & Sat. guitar or piano. Pepe, the owner is from Barcelona and was the maitre’d at Elaine’s in NYC for 15 years before he came up here to open his own place. Beautiful Mediterranean feel to the new upper rooms.) 

  • John Martin’s in Florida, NY - 845-651-2337 (unique pub dining, good food, live entertainment on Thursday. This restaurant/bar holds a special place in our list because it was our creation until we sold it last June.)

  • Ye Jolly Onion Inn, Pine Island, NY – 845-258-4277 (silly name? yeah well,  we are THE ONION CAPITAL OF THE WORLD!! This is a very friendly and warm place, and a local landmark. Seating is first come, first serve and they do get a wait on weekends. They have a very nice cocktail lounge and wonderful bartenders so any wait goes by quickly! I also grew up there because the current owners’ parents and my parents were the original owners.) 

  • Iron Forge Inn – Iron Forge Road – Warwick – (845)986-3411 – Classic American gourmet food served in a converted 18th century home, located at the historic site of the Iron Forge. Reservations suggested. Dress is casual but neat. This one is a little further to drive than the others – about 20 minutes – but well worth it! 

  • Yesterday’s Drew House - 29 Main Street – Warwick – (845)986-1904 – FAX# (845)987-8712 – E-mail:Yestrdys@warwick.net - Fresh seafood, steaks, pastas, burgers, omelets, salads, soups, 22 beers on draft, or choose a bottle of wine, or try our homemade desserts. Serving lunch & dinner. They have THE BEST baked French Onion Soup! 

OUR BEST KEPT SECRET! DON’T SPREAD THE WORD!!! 

450 acres of State Land on the mountain behind the house. 2 beautiful, pristine mountain lakes, miles of hiking trails including The Appalachian Trail and untouched forest await your exploration. Bring a picnic basket and backpack or borrow one of ours and spend the day sunbathing or wandering. The mountain is full of trails, an abandoned RR bed, an old quarry, the hidden remains of a mining village and abundant wildlife. 

Bring bug spray and boots or sneakers if you plan on really exploring! If I give you a map to this hidden spot you have to promise to keep it to yourself! This is just for my guests and the few locals who know about it!!! 

The Warwick Drive-In Movies! Playing the newest releases on 3 large screens, often double features for only $7.50 per person. Call for latest showings (845) 986-4440. 

Warwick Valley Chamber of Commerce 845-986-2720 (call today and have Linda mail you out our tourism guide!) 
ART GALLERIES, CRAFTS, JEWELRY AND MORE… 

  • Amity Arts - Newport Bridge Road – Warwick, 10990 – (845)258-6030 

  • Exposures Gallery - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-9382 – The work of Nick Zungoli, captures the beauty and magic of the area. Just go to the web site to see what you’re in for this trip! The Exposures Gallery is committed to showing and selling fine art photographs. Open Wednesday through Sunday 11 to 5. – Web Page:http://www.theexposuresgallery.com/ 

  • Fantasy Factory - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-9272 – Watercolor gallery and music. 

  • Heroic Sculpture - 9 1/2A First Street – Warwick, 10990 – (845)986-0287 

  • South Street Cultural Center - 62 North Main Street – Florida, 10921 – (845)651-1434 

  • Sugar Loaf Gallery & Framing - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-4495 
Artisan Crafts 

  • Against the Grain - 14 Scott’s Meadow – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-1733 – FAX# (845)469-1733 – E-mail:cheers@bigfoot.com - Custom carved design signs all work done on premises. 

  • Blue Heron Originals - Scott’s Meadow – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-7438 – E-mail: bluheron@warwick.net - Custom stained glass and gifts. 

  • Boone Wood Designs - 1367 Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-2095 – Custom carved wood signs. - 

  • Bostree Pottery - Woods Road – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-2819 – Handmade pottery and jewelry. 

  • Cheshire Glass Gallery - Romers Alley – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-9508 – Blown glass, jewelry, pottery and Judaica. 

  • Country Classics - 10 Kings Highway, Scott’s Meadow – Sugar Loaf, 10981 – (845)469-8342 – E-mail:country_classics@yahoo.com - Country crafts. 

  • Dr. Livingstone’s Finds - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-5577 – Custom made jewelry. 

  • Gallery Joillaire - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-8358 – Custom jewelry and pewter. 

  • Genetti Studio Glass - 74 Walling Road – Warwick – (845)258-4664 

  • Imaginations - Sugar Loaf – (845)469-2880 – Representing 50 local crafts people, offering affordable prices: dolls, folk art, florals, paper quilling, slates, toll painting, wind chimes, perpetual calendars, jewelry and much more. 

  • Into Leather - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-5519 – A variety of Leather purses, backpacks, saddle bags, men’s shoulder bags, briefcases, and custom orders. If you’re into Leather, then this is your store! 

  • Iriniri - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-7934 – Custom jewelry and gifts. 

  • Royalty Delights - Scott’s Meadow – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-7376 – Country crafts and gifts. 

  • Stained Glass Treasures - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-4860 – Stained glass and gifts. 

  • Sumari and Friends - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-2133 – Porcelain
    pottery. 

  • Wood ‘N Yarn - 5 Romer’s Alley – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-7886 – Wood and yarn creations from dolls to wooden crafts all handmade and a family run business. 
THEATRE 

  • Citizens Act’G Summer Theatre (C.A.S.T.) – 4 Robert Drive Extension – Warwick, 10990 – (845)986-7875 

  • Lycian Center - Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-2287 – A professional theater for the performing arts offering year round entertainment from fully staged musicals to single artist performances. – Web Page:http://www.lycian.com/centre.html 

  • Pacem in Terris - 96 Covered Bridge Road – Warwick – (845)986-4329 – Chamber music series and a garden place with sculptures. Open May through September from 11 to 6. Call for schedule of events. 

HOUSES OF WORSHIP

  • Amity Presbyterian Church – Amity Road – Pine Island – (845)258-4231 

  • Assembly of God – 60 South Street – Warwick – (845)986-2083 

  • Bellvale Methodist Church – Iron Forge Road – Warwick – (845)986-1603 

  • Calvary Baptist Church – Kings Highway – Warwick – (845)986-2137 

  • Chardavoyne Barn – 7 Chardavoyne Road – Pine Island – (845)258-4655 

  • First United Presby. Church – 1 North Main Street – Florida – (845)651-4117 

  • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church – Kings Hwy. – Warwick – (845)986-3040 

  • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses – Reyerson Road – New Milford – (845)986-3230 

  • St Edward R.C. Church – 75 Sanfordville Road – Warwick – (845)986-4028 

  • St Joseph R.C. Church – 14 Glenmere Avenue – Florida – (845)651-7792 

  • St Peter’s Evang. Lutheran Church – Little York Road – Pine Island – (845)258-4541 

  • St Stanislaus R.C. Church – Pulaski Highway – Pine Island – (845)258-4426 

  • St Stephen’s R.C. Church – 75 Sanfordville Road – Warwick – (845)986-4028 

  • Sugar Loaf United Methodist Church – Kings Highway – Sugar Loaf – (845)469-2583 

  • Temple Beth Shalom – Roosevelt Avenue – Florida – (845)651-7817 

  • Union African Methodist Episcopal Church – 98 McEwen Street – Warwick (845)986-3649 

  • Union of American Hebrew Congregations – Bowen Road – Warwick, – (845)987-6300 

  • Warwick Assembly of God – 61 South Street – Warwick – (845)986-2083 

  • War. Church of the Nazarene -199 North Route 94 – Warwick – (845)986-3013 

  • War. Reformed Church – 16 Maple Avenue – Warwick – (845)986-4517 

  • War. United Methodist Church – Forester Avenue – Warwick – (845)986-1030 

  • War. Valley Evang. Free Church – 45 West Street – Warwick – (845)986-0570 
MASSAGE & SPAS 

  • Professional Touch Day Spa - 11 West Street – Warwick – (845)987-8951 – FAX# (845)986-7951 – E-mail:ferenz@warwick.net - A day spa specializing in skin and body care using Dr Eris high quality products from Europe. Facials, Peels, Bridal packages, Gift Certificates. 

  • The Spa at Great Gorge - Vernon, NJ Special day packages including lunch,
    massage & full use of indoor swimming pools. (973) 827-2000 

HISTORICAL SITES 

Historical Society of the Town of Warwick - PO Box 353 – Warwick, 10990 – (845)986-3236 – Organized in 1906, it is one of the largest historical societies in the state. It presently has more than 500 members and owns five architecturally significant old buildings and a railroad caboose. 

One of the Society’s most ambitious undertakings was the drive to obtain Historic district designation for the core area of the Village of Warwick. This was achieved in 1984 after ten years of painstaking work, and resulted in Warwick being listed in both NY State and National Register of Historic Places. 

The properties that the Society owns and maintains are: 

  • Shingle House - Forester Avenue. Oldest existing building and first home built in the Village of Warwick (1764). This little saltbox structure’s six rooms contain many fine old furnishings and artifacts of the 18th & 19th centuries. 

  • 1810 House - 80 Main Street. This early 19th century saltbox cottage houses a wealth of memorabilia of early Warwick, as well as a collection of fine antique furniture and furnishings. Particularly interesting is the extensive collection of mementos of Frank Forester, famous author and sportsman of the mid – 1800s. 

  • Old School Baptist Meeting House - High and Church Streets. Built in 1810, this imposing structure crowns a hill just above Lewis Park on Main Street in the Village of Warwick. Both the interior and exterior of the Meeting House present an exceptionally pleasing appearance. Its wine-glass pulpit and barrel ceiling are outstanding features. It is still used on occasion for Society sponsored activities. 

  • Zacariah Ketchum House - 26 Church Street. One of the oldest original houses in the Village of Warwick., it is believed to have been the home of the Meeting House’s builder. This attractive structure – with its handsomely carved pilaster doorway and fireplace mantels – underwent painstaking restoration and renovation in 1978. 

  • The Barn - Build about 1825, this typical rural structure houses a splendid collection of early tools, farm implements, appliances, horse drawn sleighs and carriages, etc. 

  • The Shingle House, 1810 House, Ketchum House and the Barn are open to the public Tuesdays and Saturdays from 2-4:30 during July and August, or by appointment. 
ANTIQUES 

  • Antique Alley / 845-469-5622 139 Main St., Chester. Antiques and collectibles. Daily 9-5. 

  • Antique Center of Orange County / 845-651-2711 2 North Main St., Florida, Collectibles, general and rare antiques. Large selection of toys, furniture, kitchenware, advertising, Roseville pottery. Wednesday – Saturday, 10-5. Sun, 11-4 

  • Antiques Habitat Scott’s Meadow, Sugar Loaf. A wonderful mixture of antiques and collectibles. Thursday -Sunday, noon – 5. 

  • Arnell’s Antiques & Restoration / 845-477-8747 or 1-800-776-8740 Windermere Ave., Greenwood Lake. Two floors of fine antique furniture from Victorian to oak. Glass and silver. Complete restoration and custom upholstery services. Tuesday – Saturday, 10 – 5. 

  • Bearly Antiques / 845-986-1996 West Ridge Rd., Warwick. Specializing in collectibles and antique teddy bears: Steiff, North American, Gund and Artists Bears. Credit cards accepted. By appointment. 

  • Chester Square / 845-469-9754 112 Main St., Chester. 18th & 19th century antiques. Monday – Saturday, 11 – 5. Sun, noon – 5. 

  • The 1809 House / 845-986-1809 210 South Rte 94, Warwick. Largest selection of restored antique oak furniture in tri-state area. Sat.-Sun., 9-5. 

  • MG Galleries and Cafe / 845-469-8787 55 Main St., Chester. Three floors, 5,000 sq. ft. fine antiques, furniture, silver, Victorian glass and collectibles. Full book department. Wildlife art, limited edition prints, decoys, and postcards. Serving gourmet coffees and brunch. Open 11-5; closed Mon.-Tues.. 

  • Randallville Mill Antiques / 845-651-7466 65 Randall St. (Rte. 94), Florida 18th and 19th century country furniture, some oak, and accessories. Located in picturesque early 19th century mill. Open most weekends. 1:30 – 5, or call. 

  • Remington’s Antiques / 845-291-1277 65 Phillipsburgh Road, Goshen. Largest consignment house in New York State. Small items to furniture. Open Wed.-Sun.. 

  • Ver-Dels Collectibles / 845-469-9556 161 Main St., Chester. A wide selection of interesting & old collectibles: jewelry, prints, lamps, linens, kitchenware, buttons, figurines, and much more. Daily 11 – 5. 

  • Victorian Treasures / 845-986-7616 21 Main St., Warwick. Unique shop in a Victorian setting. Antique linens and lace, nostalgia, and curtains. Credit cards accepted. Daily, 10 – 6. Friday, 10 – 7. Saturday, 10 – 6. Sunday, Noon – 5. 

  • Village Gallery / 845-469-6979 3 Howland St., Chester. 18 Multi-dealer antique gallery and auction hall. Furniture, collectibles, and fine arts. Located in historic downtown. 6,000 square feet of antiques, jewelry, clothing, furniture, fine art, rugs, paper and collectibles. Thursday – Monday, 10 – 6. 

Plus 4 new ones in the Village of Warwick which just opened up.
I’ll list them when I get the names and have a chance to see them personally. 
GOLF 

  • Eagle Driving Range - 1 Durland Road – Florida – (845)651-5001 – Public golf course and driving range. 

  • Hamiltonian Golf & Country Club - 48 Four Corners Road – Warwick – (845)986-5332 

  • Hickory Hills Golf Course - 156 Route 17A – Warwick – (845)986-7100 – Pro Shop. 6,400 yard 18 holes, par 72 course and banquet facilities for 150. 

  • Scenic Farms Golf Course - Glenwood Road – Pine Island – (845)258-4455 

  • Warwick Valley Country Club - Oakland Avenue – Warwick – (845)986-9609 
These are just the nearby NY courses. The Great Gorge Golf Reserve is just over the border in Sussex County and they have 4 or 5 courses that I can think of! 
HORSES 

  • Meadowland Farm, Inc. - 82 Belcher Road – Warwick – (845)987-7387 – Horse stabling and training. 

  • Pine-Ridge Equestrian Center - 3 Denton Lane – Warwick – (845)986-6996 – Horse stabling and riding academy. 

  • Winslow Therapeutic Riding - 340 South Route 94 – Warwick – (915)986-6686 – Riding academy. 
MARINAS 

  • Breezy Point Inn - Jersey Avenue – Greenwood Lake- (845)477-8100 – Docking facilities available on main body of Greenwood Lake. 

  • DeFeo’s Cove Marina - 672 Jersey Avenue – Greenwood Lake – (845)477-2552 – 170 slip full service marina on main body of Greenwood Lake with dockside electric and water. 

  • Long Pond Marina - 634 Jersey Avenue – Greenwood Lake – (845)477-8425 – Eat in deli. Deck overlooking Greenwood Lake. boat, jet ski and fishing boat rentals. Boat docks and launch ramp on main body of Greenwood Lake. Swimwear and skip shop. – Web Page:http://www.longpondmarina.com 

  • North Shore Marina - Windermere Avenue – Greenwood Lake – (845)477-9320 – Boat sales and service. Dock space and launching ramp. 

  • Olde Point Marina - Ten Eyck Avenue – Greenwood Lake – (845)477-8410 – 100 slip marina, public boat ramp, snack stand. Boat sales and service. 
MOVIES 
U-PICK FARMS AND ORCHARDS 

  • Applewood Orchards - 82 Four Corners Road – Warwick – (845)986-1684 – E-mail:appledave@applewoodorchards.com - 3 miles past Sugar Loaf. Winery, apples, pumpkins, large attractive farm store, free wagon rides and puppet show. Farm house circa 1700, picnic area, farm animals, herb and rose gardens. Group herb lectures and luncheons. Open seasonally. – Web Page: http://www.applewoodorchards.com 

  • Hillside Orchards - 44 Jessup Road – Warwick – (845)986-7080 – Apples. Open August through November daily from 9 to 5. 

  • Maskers Fruit Farm - 45 Ball Road – Warwick – (845)986-7080 – Apples. Open August through November daily from 9 to 5. – Web Page: http://www.maskers.com 

  • Och’s Orchards - Route 94 – Warwick – (845)986-1591 – 2 1/2 miles south of village. Home grown fruits, vegetables and cider ( in season). Open daily from 9 to 5 starting mid July through December. 

  • Pennings Orchard Farm Market - 169 South Route 94 – Warwick – (845)986-7080 – FAX# (845)986-9981 – Located 1 mile south of Village. U-Pick season begins Labor day weekend. Hay rides, pumpkins, and much more family fun. – Web Page: http://www.penningsorchard.com 

  • Wright Family Farm - 325 Kings Highway – Warwick – (845)986-1345 – 2.5 miles west of Sugar Loaf. Strawberries, seasonal vegetables, pumpkins and Christmas trees. Hay rides. Open June through December. 
WINERIES & VINEYARDS 

  • Applewood Winery - 82 Four Corners Road – Warwick, 10990 – (845)986-1684 E-mail:appledave@applewoodorchards.com - 3 miles past Sugar Loaf. Winery, apples, pumpkins, large attractive farm store, free wagon rides and puppet show. Farm house circa 1700, picnic area, farm animals, herb and rose gardens. Group herb lectures and luncheons. Open seasonally. – Web Page: http://www.applewoodorchards.com 

  • Demarest Hill Winery - Pine Island Turnpike – Warwick, 10990 – (845)986-4723 – Warwick’s largest winery, 18 different varieties, enjoy the wine and the view. Wine tasting daily. 

  • Warwick Valley Winery - 114 Little York Road – Warwick, 10990 – (845)258-4858 – FAX# (845)258-6055 – E-mail:info@wvwinery.com - In the heart of apple country, nestled between Mount Eve and Mount Adam is our picturesque winery. Enter the tasting room with its colonial post and beam architecture, pastoral views and a wood burning stove. Our family invites you to come share this special place we have created. Open Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 5. Weekdays by appointment. – Web Page:http://www.wvwinery.com 

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