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Beyond the Market: Three Delicious Restaurants in Tuxedo, NY

One of the things that makes a community a great place to live is its local flavors, and that includes the fantastic restaurants in Tuxedo NY. When you are looking to explore and are considering a move to a new area, you might want to know what the lifestyle is like so you know what to expect, right?

While you may be searching for your future home in Tuxedo NY, or just browsing and trying to learn what are the current Tuxedo NY housing market trends, always explore the vibrant local scene as well. Today, let’s explore three fantastic restaurants that captures the spirit of town, whether you’re a long-time resident or a future homebuyer, these local spots are a must-visit.

In no particular order, below are three great restaurants you may explore in Tuxedo NY, along with their phone numbers, addresses, and web links.

Dottie Audrey’s Bakery & Kitchen

First is this local restaurant commonly known as “DAs” offers a scratch made comfort food, a cozy atmosphere and service with a smile! They serve some of the best baked goods in the New York Metro Area all made fresh daily, in house!  DA’s offers “family style” meals and I contend they make one of the best baguetts this side of the Atlantic. You can place a take-out order via telephone or dine-in.  While your there say hi to the friendly staff and the always present owners Pat and Jen!!!  Don’t forget to try the salmon lox omelette, the crispy tofu bowl or the black bean veggie bowl.  The strawberry lemonade is a great side drink. And take home a fresh baguette! You can also check their Instagram here, their Facebook here, and their website here.

Address: Duck Cedar Plaza at 549 NY-17, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987
Phone: (845) 915-3088

Tuxedo Sushi

Next, if you’re in the mood for something different, Tuxedo Sushi offers a modern dining experience Tuxedo Hamlet across from the train station. Tuxedo Sushi has been a local favorite for years, and it’s easy to see why it’s considered one of the best Japanese restaurants in Southern Orange County. They serve a wide menu that goes beyond incredible sushi rolls and sashimi to include delicious salads, soups, and warm, cooked Asian-style meals that are available for both dine-in and takeout. You can check their Instagram here or their website here. You can check their Instagram here or their website here.  Don’t forget to try the sweetheart roll!!!

Address: 233 NY-17 Tuxedo Park, NY 10987
Phone: 845-351-3211

Los Molcajetes Mexican Restaurant

Finally, if you’re looking for some authentic and hearty Mexican food? Look no further than Los Molcajetes where vibrant colors and festive atmosphere is always expected. With their menu being packed with traditional dishes that are made with care, from sizzling fajitas to savory tacos, this is a great option for a lively gathering. What I love is their generous portions that do not disappoint.  Be sure to try the quesadillas!! You can also check their Instagram here, their Facebook here, and their website here.

Address: 233 NY-17, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987
Phone: 845-915-3220

In summary, these three great restaurants are just a small slice of what it means to live in beautiful Tuxedo. A great local community that offers variety and access to great dining experience. Still standing through the years, this is a testament on how great these restaurants have been serving the Tuxedo community and how the locals have continued to give their undying support to local businesses.

Thank you for reading, sharing and supporting the local businesses in Tuxedo.

Well-crafted Drinks from Dottie Audrey's

Sold Stone Carraige House in Tuxedo Park

Jacob Matthews representing the sellers recently sold 32 Lookout Road. This home set on approximately 2.1 acres featured amazing original hand-cut monolithic stone and shingle exterior and a free-flowing floorplan across approximately 4,000 sf. A wonderful example of a Tuxedo Park carriage house turned full residence. Congratulations to the new owners. Sold 1/15/22.

Tuxedo Park stone carriage house, sold by Jacob Matthews, Associate Broker, Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty

Sold in Tuxedo Park – Carriage House

Sold and Closed on 11/30/2020 – I was pleased to represent the sale of 18 Patterson Brook Road, Tuxedo Park, NY. This home is one of the most amazing properties I’ve ever marketed and sold; remarkable in every way. An authentic recreation of the 1890’s carriage house that stood on the same site. 4 Bedrooms | 4.5 Baths | 4,400 sf | 3.2 acres of stunning property and privacy! I represented the sellers in this transaction.

Sold – 23 West Lake Road Tuxedo Park

Closed and sold – Looking back at some sales I made in 2020. “The Old Fish Hatchery” closed and sold in Tuxedo Park. Lakefront cottage, 1.7 acres | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2253 SF | in ground swimming pool. Sold $998,000. on 8/17/2020. Such a great property!! I represented the sellers in this transaction. If you have any questions about the Tuxedo Park real estate market (or surrounding communities) feel free to contact me at any time at 914.588.8001.

Fish Hatchery - Tuxedo Park Lakefront Home
Fish Hatchery – Tuxedo Park Lakefront Home

Local Restaurants & Markets to Support in Tuxedo and Sloatsburg

Local restaurants and markets are still serving the the Tuxedo and Sloatsburg communities in a variety of ways.  It’s important to support local businesses in this challenging time.  Your support can help the business owners weather a severe cut-back in normal revenue so that they are there for us when things improve.  Your support also helps the food service employees and their families during this trying time.  The workers and their families depend on their jobs and we can help sustain them by shopping local.

There are a variety of shopping options from pizza to sushi to fresh baked goods, and for all price points and needs including the Sloatsburg Food Pantry which is providing critical food staples and support to the community.

In no order of preference, following are several local markets and restaurants to patronize along with phone numbers, addresses and web links to their websites and social media accounts.   I may post some more in the future as well.

TUXEDO PARK, NY

Steve’s Pizza Tuxedo: Phone (845) 915 3022   Steve’s pizza has wonderful wood-fired groumet pizza made from the freshest ingredients as well as RIBS & WINGS!!! and other goodies.  Call Steve’s to order lunch or dinner today for curb-side pickup.  Address: Across from Tuxedo Schools at 156 NY-17, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987    Follow Steve’s Pizza on Instagram here, and Facebook here.

 

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Dottie Audrey’s: Phone (845) 915-3088  Dottie Audrey’s offers some of the best baked goods in the New York Metro Area.  DA’s is offering prepared “family style” meals.  I contend they have better baguettes than you find in France.  Please place your take-out order by telephone today! Curb-side pickup at Dottie Audrey’s in Tuxedo.  Address: Duck Cedar Plaza at 549 NY-17, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987  Follow Dottie Audrey’s on Instagram here and Facebook here.

 

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Orange Top Diner: Phone (845) 351-3316 Wide variety menu of diner items.  Think Pancakes, Omlettes, Salads and more!  The Orange Top Diner has been a staple in Tuxedo for several decades, give them a call for breakfast, lunch or dinner!  Address: 192 NY-17, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987

Tuxedo Sushi: Phone 845-351-3211  Tuxedo Sushi has been serving Tuxedo for a number of years and is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Southern Orange County.   Offering Sushi, Rolls, Sashimi  as well as salads, soups and warm cooked Asian-style meals.  Address: 233 NY-17  Tuxedo Park, NY 10987 Follow Tuxedo Sushi on Instagram here.

 

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SLOATSBURG, NY

Valley Rock Mountain Market:  Phone (845) 320-6357   New to Sloatsburg, the Valley Rock Mountain Market features fresh, locally sourced produce, healthy prepared foods (hot / cold), high-quality packaged goods and pantry items.  Shop online….at this market link: https://valley-rock-market.myshopify.com/ Shop online today and then pick up your order curbside in Sloatsburg or have your order delivered in Sloatsburg or Tuxedo.  Address: 88 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, NY 10974, ENTER at Sloatsburg Commuter lot off Mill Street.    Follow the Valley Rock Mountain Market on Instagram Here.

 

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Sunnyside’s Bar & Grill:   Phone (845) 753-2519  Serving it’s famous thin-crust pizza for over 50 years, Sunnyside is a local pizza staple.  Call in your order today and the friendly  staff at Sunnyside’s will be pleased to cook up a pie or other home-style meal for you.  Address: 245 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, NY 10974

The Village Blend: Phone (845) 712-5585  Coffee, Cappuccino, blenders, sandwiches, soups, baked goods, cookies, cafe menu items for take-out.   Call the Village Blend today for an order!  Address: 86 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, NY 10974  (enter off Mill Street and park in Sloatsburg Commuter lot next to Valley Rock Inn.)

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Hayward’s Deli & Market: Phone: (845) 753-2016  Offering prepared foods, hot and cold sandwiches, grilled foods and general packaged goods.  A staple in the Sloatsburg shopping plaza for decades, Hayward’s market is open for business so please call in your order and pick up!  Address: 59 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, NY 10974

Seven Lakes Station: Phone:  (845) 712-5586 Established in 2016 and fast becoming one of the hottest craft beer taprooms in the Lower Hudson Valley. Seven Lakes Station or “SLS” is offering up cooked meals from their new kitchen as well as craft beers to go, canned or growlers!  Proprietors Jaime and Martijn are there for your take-out orders, so call in today.   Address: 80 Orange Tpke
Sloatsburg, NY 10974   Follow SLS on Instagram here.

 

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Sloatsburg Food Pantry:    From the website of the food pantry organization: “The Sloatsburg Food Pantry is an organization of committed volunteers with a broad base of community support. Our goal is to provide supplemental, nutritionally balanced food to those in need, while respecting the dignity of each person we serve. The Sloatsburg Food Pantry serves those living in Sloatsburg, Suffern, Hillburn, Montebello and the Town of Tuxedo. ”    Contact: Susan Meyer, Director at (914) 393-3160  or Joyce Donohue at (201) 394-0627 or via email   SloatsburgFoodPantry@gmail.com

This is by no means a complete list of all local businesses and I may be posting more on my social media soon.   Let’s support them all!

Thank you for reading, sharing and supporting the local businesses in Tuxedo and Sloatsburg during these challenging times!

5 Reasons Tuxedo Park, NY is an Amazing Place to Live

Tuxedo Park, NY was founded in the late 19th century as a private hunting, fishing and social retreat for the Gilded Age elite out of a raw, rugged tract of land in New York’s Lower Hudson Valley.  The Village and Town have endured as one of the most beautiful communities to live in the entire country.  Spectacular original architecture stands the test of time and has set its key marks in American architectural vernacular. Late 19th century and early 20th century estate homes are artfully sited in a natural landscape.  Tuxedo’s natural beauty may be considered on par with exotic global destinations, yet it is just 1 hour from New York City.  It offers a delightful mix of amenities and a small community feel.

Why is Tuxedo Park an amazing place to live?  Here are 5 great attributes of Tuxedo.

1) Privacy 

Tuxedo Park Entry Gatehouse
Tuxedo Park Entry Gatehouse – photo courtesy Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty / Andrea Swenson

Tuxedo Park was the first planned, private, gated community in the Country and to this day has restricted roads and is 24/7 gate guarded.  Most homes sit on more than 1 acre of property with many homes of estate size providing ample buffer room between home sites and thereby plenty of privacy.  Around the Town of Tuxedo more recent development pockets such as Maple Brook, Laurel Ridge, and Clinton Woods offer discreet and attractive home siting and thoughtful layouts that afford tremendous amounts of privacy.

2. The Lakes & Recreation

Tuxedo Lake – photo courtesy Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty / Andrea Swenson

Tuxedo Lake, the “skating pond” (Pond #3) and the Wee-Wah Lake in the Village of Tuxedo Park are three beautiful lakes set among the rolling Ramapo Mountains.  If you enjoy boating, fishing, skating, or swimming in natural lakes, then Tuxedo Park, with 3 shimmering lakes at the center is a little “Shangri-La”.   The lakes form a central gathering place for community members. Whether watching migrating water fowl, fishing for Rainbow Trout, sailing a day-sailer, jogging around the lakes or playing pond hockey, the lakes offer the best in lake-life recreation at the heart of the community.

Beyond the three Village lakes, 75% of the landmass of the Town of Tuxedo is forever preserved state park and the parks are dotted with amazing lakes, some well-known and some less so, but all beautiful in their own right.  In Harriman State Park lakes such as Tiorati and Skannatati are stunningly scenic and offer plenty of recreational opportunities.  In Sterling Forest State Park, Sterling Lake is absolutely pristine!

3. Nature

Tuxedo Park Nature Preserve. Photo courtesy Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty / Andrea Swenson

Bald Eagles, Black Bear and Red Foxes are regular sightings in Tuxedo.  Surrounded by the forever preserved 55,000 acre Harriman State Park to the East, and forever preserved 22,000 acre Sterling Forest to the West, Tuxedo is nestled among two of the largest State Parks in NY.  This affords residents the opportunity to take advantage of hiking, biking, camping, fishing and other outdoor activities for substantial immersion in nature and fresh air!  It also allows for relaxation, and serenity among a quiet, protected forest.

4. Location & Amenities

View of East River & BROOKLYN BRIDGE from DUMBO Brooklyn Waterfront – Photo Credit Jacob Matthews

Located in New York’s Lower Hudson Valley just about 35 miles north of NYC, Tuxedo offers easy access to the NYC metropolis and to the delightful countryside of of New York’s Hudson Valley.  Want to go to a Manhattan museum, or a Brooklyn eatery for a day? Tuxedo is approximately 1 hour from NYC by mass transit or car.  To the North, want to go to the Village of Woodstock, NY for lunch? Tuxedo is just about an hour from the foothills of the Catskill Mountains.  And, it’s just about 10 minutes from bustling and sophisticated Bergen County, NJ with an abundance of major corporation workplaces, shopping and cultural opportunities.

In a way, Tuxedo is a dream location, ideally situated in a quiet, protected, natural, green, buffer-zone pocket, between, but set apart from the region’s most important, highly developed destinations.  Tuxedo offers access to NYC with MTA Train and Shortline Bus and to major roads for local and area shopping, restaurants, entertainment and world class art institutions.  The Lower Hudson Valley including Orange, Rockland, Westchester, Putnam, Ulster, Sullivan and Dutchess counties are relatively close.  The area is a cultural, gastronomic and art hotbed with much to see and explore.  From Storm King Art Center Sculpture Park, to DIA Beacon, to the rich Farmland eateries, distilleries, wineries and fruit orchards of places like Warwick, NY, many cultural delights are easily accessible from Tuxedo.

5. Community anchored with History

Tuxedo Park Post Office. An historic building in the Hamlet of Tuxedo.  Photo Courtesy Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty / Andrea Swenson

Tuxedo has Historical intrigue and enduring institutions.  Tuxedo’s hamlet boasts a local public school with iconic buildings and several 19th century Bruce Price designed historic structures (examples – Library and Post office). There are many community and cultural institutions such as the St. Mary’s in Tuxedo & St. Mary’s Pre-School, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, The Tuxedo Club, Tuxedo Park Library, Tuxedo Park School ,Tuxedo Farmers Market, and the Tuxedo Historical Society.  The business community is proud of its vibrant Tuxedo Chamber of Commerce and each of these institutions bring community members together around a variety of causes and activities.

For these reasons and countless others, Tuxedo is a wonderful community in which to live.

If you have any questions about Tuxedo, feel free to contact me, I’m happy to help you learn more about it.

 

 

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“Van Buren House” – Tuxedo Park, NY (Off Market)

Near the top of prestigious Tower Hill Road in Tuxedo Park is the Bruce Price architected  Travis C. Van Buren house.  Originally constructed in 1886 by Price, it was then reworked by owner / architect Charles W. Clinton in 1907.  Clinton embellished on Bruce Price’s original shingle style design to expand the footprint and add stucco, half timbering and terracotta design elements.

Once known as the “most original house in America”, Bruce Price’s shingle style cottage was one of the 13 original cottages built in Tuxedo Park.

Today the home boasts over 6,400 sf including including 7 bedrooms with 6 full baths and 3 half baths.   The formal living room features tracework plaster ceilings and the

The dining room at Van Buren House

formal dining room has restored wood paneling. Both rooms maintain high ceilings and wood burning fireplaces, perfect for entertaining on a grand scale, year-round.   

The lake-facing outdoor terraces of the home offer ample room for outdoor living and entertaining.   There you’ll find long-distance views of shimmering Tuxedo Lake and the rolling Ramapo Mountains beyond.  Think sunsets!

Back terraces at Van Buren House overlook Tuxedo Lake.

This property is CURRENTLY OFF MARKET.

Long-distance views of Tuxedo Lake from the upper floors of the home.

“Stonecrest” a Turnkey Stone Home in Tuxedo Park (Off Market)

“Stonecrest”, a turnkey 5,000+ sf home set on one acre offers a truly unique lifestyle in the heart of gate guarded Tuxedo Park.   This custom home was built in 1999 by the current owners for themselves and is shrouded in locally quarried granite stone that is 4″ – 6″ inches in thickness, not your typical stone veneer.  All of the stone is locally harvested and was hand cut and installed by a local master stone cutter.

On the inside, custom detail abounds including unique hardwood floors in many rooms and a wood paneled office / den with gas fireplace.   Nearly all of the bedrooms have en-suite baths and the home has a newly updated kitchen with no less than 4 fridge / freezer combos.  A backup generator and two water hook-ups including well water and municipal water add piece of mind for contingencies.   This home offers turn key benefits, a functional layout and a classic design, boasting the highest quality building materials throughout.

Offered at $1,695,000.  Contact Jacob Matthews, Tuxedo Park Realtor with further interest.   Visit the full listing at Sotheby’s International Realty here

THIS HOME IS OFF MARKET

Classic Tuxedo Park Home: The “Horace Waldo Cottage” (RENTED)

THIS HOME HAS BEEN RENTED and is NOT ON THE MARKET

For the first time in over 40 years, the “Horace Waldo

Fanlight Detail above front door flanked by leaded glass.

Cottage” is on the market in Tuxedo Park, NY.  With 5 bedrooms and over 4,500 square feet of living space on 1.2 acres, this home offers generously sized formal living areas aside cozy family gather rooms.

A large chef’s kitchen, formal dining room and formal living

Spacious enclosed Sunporch is approximately 57′ x 9′ and is accessed from 3 core living areas.

room all abut a nearly 60′ long enclosed sunroom.  The floorplan is perfect.

In the early 1990’s the homeowner renovated the lower level of the home.  Radiant heat was added and terra cotta flooring greets you in the large family room,

Finished basement features radiant heat, terra cotta floors and wood burning stove.

billiards room and wine cellar.  A full bath and wood burning stove round out the beautiful amenities on this level.

Delightful original architectural details such as millwork fireplace surrounds and wood floors accent perfectly proportioned rooms.

160 Continental Road is a convenient location in Tuxedo Park.  It is walking distance to the Tuxedo Club, Wee-Wah beach Club and just a short bike ride to the hamlet of Tuxedo where train and bus access is just 1 hour to New York City.

Dining Room

Dining Room is perfectly proportioned for formal entertaining.

Colonial Home For Sale – Woodlands Tuxedo, NY (OFF MARKET)

THIS HOME IS OFF MARKET – I am pleased to present an inviting colonial home for sale in the private Woodlands community of Tuxedo, NY.  31 Cedar drive features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths plus and additional 1 in-law suite of 1 bed and 1 bath on the lower level.  With hardwood floors on the majority of the first level, a wood burning fireplace in the family room and an open concept kitchen area with updated appliances, the home is in move-in condition.  This is a wonderful home for entertaining and has intimate spaces for family gatherings.  Contact me today for further information or for showings.

31 Cedar Drive, Tuxedo, NY.  Woodlands Tuxedo Home for Sale:

Woodlands Tuxedo is a private HOA community in Tuxedo, NY with a variety of real estate options.  The community has a pool, clubhouse and tennis courts included.  Lawn cutting, snow removal are also part of the HOA. 31 Cedar drive is a single family detached home within the community and is a rare offering of high quality Tuxedo Park Real Estate featuring private, amenity-inclusive living just 1 hour from Manhattan.