Harriman, NY – 1000’s of commuters that travel to the mountain’s and Kiryas Joel, are aware of the gorgeous scenic view of a big mansion on top of the mountain which is called the Arden House, that is located on route 6 adjacent to Palisades Interstate Parkway, the mansion is also visible from the eastern side of the Thruway near exit 16.
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On Apil 16 2007 The Open Space Conservancy, Inc. purchased the Arden House and 450 acres from Columbia University. Until July 2005, Columbia operated Arden House as part of its Arden Conference Center, which also included the nearby Arden Homestead.
Located in the Town of Woodbury, New York, Arden House was completed in 1909 by E.H. Harriman. The house was built at the highest point on Mount Orama, with commanding adjacent to Palisades Interstate Park views of the Hudson Highlands in all directions, an area OSI has been actively protecting for decades, conserving more than 25,000 acres. The Arden House property has important conservation value with extensive open spaces including a lake and distinct rocky outcroppings visible for miles around. The property is located Commission lands and Harriman State Park.
Also Interesting to note, that Columbia also sold Arden Homestead to a private buyer, who will use the property as a family residence. Arden Homestead is situated on 540-acres in the Town of Tuxedo, two miles south of Arden House, which is also visible from the NY State Thruway. [VIN]
What will become of the Arden House and the Arden Homestead? Where is the Open Space Conservancy, Inc. headquarters located?
Can you imagine how long it would take to do bedekas chometz?
Hey, what’s my house doing on Vos Iz Neias????