The historic area of Westchester County awaits your stay
Enjoy the area's history, art galleries and entertainment and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Westchester County. Well known for its wildlife, sporting events and hiking, this welcoming city won't disappoint. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Westchester County has great views
Outdoorsy adventures not for you? Fear not. There's always something to do near your Westchester Country vacation rental. Up at Kykuit, an estate once owned by John D. Rockefeller, you can admire some jaw-dropping views down across the New York City skyline. For more stately homes, try elegant Lyndhurst, one of the country's finest Gothic Revival mansions. Alternatively, architecture buffs should head down to the impressive early 19th-century Old Croton Aqueduct in Dobbs Ferry. Looking for a night on the town? If you swing by the Capitol Theatre, you can hear the sounds of some of the hottest new upcoming acts.
Westchester County is all about adventure
There are adventures aplenty in Bear Mountain State Park, a landscape of dramatic mountains just west of the Hudson River. You can take your pick from an endless number of activities, from walking the footpaths to cycling along the nature trails. It's a family-friendly spot, so feel free to bring the kids who can run amok while you kick back on the banks of the lake with a picnic. Don't forget winter, when flurries of snow provide lots more activities. Dust off the cross-country skis, wrap up warm and set off into the white wilderness, or practice your skills on the ice skating rink.
Westchester County: a far cry from New York City
It might be under an hour north of New York City, but when it comes to wildlife, Westchester County is a far cry from the Big Apple. The woodlands, lakes and reservoirs near your Westchester County vacation rental are particularly good for birdwatching. Look up to the skies and you'll see eagles soaring over the national parks, along with other birds of prey like hawks and ospreys. Along the marshes, kingfishers swoop around and dive in after minnows and waterfowl reside here in abundance, while snapping turtles nonchalantly swim around in the shallow waters.
Traveling to and around Westchester County
Fly into Westchester County Airport (HPN), the closest airport, located 6 mi (9.6 km) from the city center.
If you're traveling by train, Ossining Station, White Plains Metro-North Railroad Station and Croton-Harmon Station are the main stations in the city. You might consider catching a ride on the metro at Mount Vernon West Station for ease of access to the rest of the city.