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Welcome to Elyse’s Country Journal, your guide to the best of the Berkshires, Litchfield Hills, and Hudson Valley! Our collection of captivating blog posts, stunning photos, and fascinating articles showcase the unique charm and beauty of this breathtaking region. Join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the hidden gems and local hotspots of this area. From the vibrant cultural scene to the stunning natural landscapes, there is so much to see and experience in the Tri-State Region. So come along with us and discover the magic of the Berkshires, Litchfield Hills, and Hudson Valley. Browse our collection of articles, photos, and blog posts to get a taste of what makes this area so special.

Southern Berkshire Camping

Cold air, dark night, warm fire, bright stars: there is a refreshing levity to autumn camping. Somewhere between flip flops and sweaters we have welcomed the month

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Once in a Blue Moon

Only Once in a Blue Moon do we get to celebrate Halloween with the light of a blue moon shining brightly above. The phrase “Once

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Stingy Jack

“Clothes make a statement, costumes tell a story.” Halloween is one of the oldest celebrated holidays in the world.  It began as an Irish custom

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Berkshire’s Autumnal Pearl

Horse chestnuts, encompassed by prickly, husk-like shells, are the autumnal pearl of the Berkshire Mountains.  Each October brings a sprinkling of horse chestnuts that decorate the region’s

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Hikes with a View

“Autumn paints in colors that summer has never seen.” Race Brook Falls, Monument Mountain, Brace Mtn., Alander, Mohawk Trail… Our summits are bursting with color

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Hudson Valley Vineyards

New York’s Hudson River Valley: the birthplace of American Wineries.   Home to our country’s earliest commercial winery as well as the oldest continuously operated vineyard,

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Swinging in the Trees

Adventure abounds the Berkshires.  As we welcome the arrival of autumn, there is no better way to bask in the beauty of fall foliage than

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Cider or Juice?

In the 18th century, the average Massachusetts resident drank 35 gallons of apple cider each year.  Today, Massachusetts is one of the few states that has adopted

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Rail Trails

Explore the greater Hudson Valley Region by walking, running or bicycling along along miles of flat terrain that wind through our beautiful countryside. The area

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Local Golfing

The average golfer walks up to 6 miles while playing an 18-hole golf course. Golf, with ancient origins, has significantly gained in popularity since the

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Salisbury, Connecticut 
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Norfolk, Connecticut 
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Falls Village, Connecticut
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Riverton, Connecticut 
p: 860-738-1200
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Copyright ©2022. Elyse Harney Real Estate, LLC All rights reserved. Elyse Harney, Principal Broker. Serving Connecticut, New York & Massachusetts. Main real estate office located at 11 East Main Street, Salisbury, CT 06068. No photo or description is to be used without expressed written permission. Descriptions are subject to errors, omissions, unannounced price changes, and/or availability. Care has been taken in preparing these descriptions, but no warranty is intended or implied. Purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the correctness of all statements.
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