About River Hill

From the moment you enter River Hill, with its wonderful Hudson Valley view, you will find yourself in another world, a place of peace, privacy and delightful surprises. Antique furniture, historic prints and dozens of books invite you to linger by the fire.

Upstairs, two romantic bedrooms, with antique four-poster beds offer crisp old fashioned linens, fresh flowers, sunlight and candlelight. Each room has a private bath. A tiny room with marvelous river view, can accommodate another member of your party.

Birdsong accompanies your breakfast (or tea, or wine) on the terrace of the secret garden. In chilly weather, enjoy the sunny dining room or cozy fire. Heirloom linens, china and silver, fine food, make breakfast memorable.

Watch birds and the boats from your rocking chair on the porch. Relax with a book in front of the fire or take a picnic lunch (reserve ahead) to the nearby nature preserve, which offers hiking, cross country skiing, fishing and a waterfall with swimming hole.

Your hostess will direct you to the charms of the historic hamlet and to all of the many historic, cultural and scenic delights of the area. Nearby restaurants offer excellent meals at reasonable prices.

Julia Coryell, owner and innkeeper of River Hill was a one time fashion editor and renovation consultant. Today, besides running her bed and breakfast business, Julia spends much of her time as a thrift shop manager in Albany. She has lived on both east and west coasts. Julia is enthusiastic about old houses, area history, books, entertaining, and meeting new people.

As the hostess, I want people to do whatever they need in order to be comfortable. It gives me pleasure to please them. - Julia