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What is the history of East Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York?

First settled in 1759, East Fishkill wasn't established until 1849 by Dutch settlers who named the town of East Fishkill after the local "stream full of fishes" or vis kill in Dutch. Crossing the Appalachian Trail, East Fishkill is 57.3 square miles of the easternmost portion of Fishkill. Historical sites such as the Brinckerhoff House, the Palen House and the many Dutch colonial farmhouses will give any New York tourist a sense of this culturally, socially and historically rich area of the Hudson Valley and upstate New York at large.

Is investing in East Fishkill NY real estate a prudent idea for my husband, my two children and me?

Absolutely! East Fishkill real estate is prime New York real estate not only for its excellent school districts, acres of Hudson Valley park land, outdoor East Fishkill recreation options, but also for its fantastic dining opportunities and quaint shopping. Take a New York vacation up to the town of East Fishkill NY and you'll likely fall in love with this charming area of Dutchess County. Picture your family in a cozy East Fishkill NY apartment rental and eventually a Dutch colonial farmhouse, a highly coveted piece of East Fishkill NY real estate.

My child just graduated from the East Fishkill school system. What are some New York colleges that are academically sound and close to home?

Consider Dutchess County Community College, Bard College or Ulster Community College. In the Hudson Valley region as well are Marist and Vassar. Upstate New York colleges are perfect for New York students who do not wish to venture down to Manhattan to attend urban schools such as New York University.

What are some great East Fishkill recreation opportunities?

Most obviously, try taking a hike through the historic Appalachian Trail. Or, spend a day at the Red Wing Park or the East Fishkill Recreation Park for picnicking, swimming, fishing, tennis or volleyball. East Fishkill baseball, East Fishkill soccer and East Fishkill golf are three other popular forms of exercise and taking in the Hudson Valley air. If you'd prefer to exercise your mind, the East Fishkill library is one of the most efficient in the Mid Hudson Library System. You may wish to read up on the East Fishkill Historical Society while at the East Fishkill Community Library so you'll be equipped to visit the historical sites such as the John Brinckerhoff House.

What are some East Fishkill hotels that provide friendly service and a quaint atmosphere for New York tourists?

Surrounding East Fishkill hotels include the Royal Inn in Fishkill, the Hampton Inn, the Residence Inn, the Holiday Inn: Fishkill Hotel and Conference Center and Le Chambord Restaurant and Inn. Stay for a night or several days to enjoy all historic Hudson Valley has to offer.