Cambridge NY - History, Culture, Small Town Living

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Greenwich NY
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Greenwich, NY - Washington County - A Great Place to Live

Cambridge, NY is a charming family friendly town located between the Village of Greenwich and Bennington Vermont. Cambridge is a wonderful place to raise a family; with its great schools, quite small town feel and culture, Cambridge embraces new residents. Home to the Cambridge Hotel, and Pie Ala Mode, you will enjoy the quaint shops lining Main St. and your wonderful neighbors.

History of Cambridge

Settled in 1773 and named after Cambridge, England, Cambridge consists of the Village, Town of Cambridge and the Town of White Creek. Cambridge is located between what turned out to be 2 of the most important battles of thr Revolutionary War; The Battle of Bennington and The Battle of Saratoga.

Famous Residents

Cambridge is home to famous people inlucding: former Broadway actor Kevin McGuire, and home of Hudson River painter Grandma Moses.

Community

Cambridge has escaped the sprawing retail outlets that many other communities have fallen victim to, and retains is wonderful small town look and feel. With quite neighborhoods and community pride, Cambridge, NY is a ideal place to raise a family or a new home for a quite retirement.

Cambridge has one of the best local school districts in Washington County, as well as many small town events, cultural attractions and charming character.

Cambridge Shopping and Businesses

Cambridge is has many unique small businesses lining its main street including several hand-made Jewelry shops as well as home to jewelry company Ed Levin Inc. Other wonderful shops include book stores, bead shops, ice cream, coffee, organic markets and may small places to eat.

The Cambridge Hotel has a great selection of food as well as lodging as well as the recently restored Rice Mansion Inn are excellent choices when planning a visit to the area. If you would like to learn more about the area businesses that make up Cambridge please visit the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce.

Recreation in Cambridge

Cambridge is located at the foothills of Vermont and its mountains. Enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities including the Battenkill river. Just a short drive from local and Vermont skiiing,hiking biking and cycling, the possibilities for outdoor recreation are endless. Cambridge is a popular destination for leaf-peepers, with close proximity to Vermont and the Hudson Valley, both the Summer and Fall are busy and exciting times of the year.

Real Estate in Cambridge

Cambridge may be one of the best Real Estate Markets in Washington County. Full of Circa 1890 homes, including Victorian and Colonial styles homes, Cambridge is a paridise for those who enjoy true character and older homes. All around the village of Cambridge are opportunities to invest in farmland and of course the whole farm if you like. Cambridge is combination of village and farmland, so if it is an old farmhouse you are looking for or a traditional Victorian or Colonial, Cambridge is the perfect palce for you. If you would like more infomation about the properties available to you in Cambridge, call us and we would be happy to help you find the perfect home.

Reynolds Real Estate
One Hill Street
Greenwich, NY 12834
Office 518.692.9400
Fax 518.692.9401

 

 
 
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