Community Meets Luxury
Sleight Farm’s blog about building a custom home and living in Dutchess County, NY.
8 Great Things To Do in Dutchess County – Summer 2023
May 29, 2023
Summer has arrived! There are so many things to do in the Hudson Valley between now and Labor Day. What deserves a spot on your calendar? Here are our recommendations. […] Read More
What Mountain Range is in Dutchess County, NY?
May 15, 2023
We get the question a lot, especially when people see photos of — or experience firsthand — the breathtaking views at the Sleight Farm neighborhood. Wherever you go in […] Read More
10 Great Outdoor Dining Spots in Dutchess County
April 13, 2023
It’s that time! Longer days. Warmer weather. Flowers blooming, trees filling out…and restaurants setting up their outdoor dining spaces. Dutchess County is filled with gorgeous al fresco spots to enjoy […] Read More
Spring Activities in Dutchess County – 2023
April 1, 2023
Spring activities abound in Dutchess County… As the weather grows warmer, there are so many opportunities to get out and enjoy the season, celebrate community, and make the most of […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbor: The Dutchess Rail Trail and Empire State Trail
March 23, 2023
The Dutchess Rail Trail Minutes from the Sleight Farm community, you’ll find a trailhead for one of our area’s outdoor recreation gems: the Dutchess Rail Trail. We are so lucky […] Read More
How To Choose a New Home Builder: Here are 7 Questions to Ask Yourself
March 12, 2023
How do I choose a new home builder? Once you decide that your next home will be a custom new home – one you can help design and customize to […] Read More
Proud to Partner with Page Lumber, Millwork, and Building Supplies
February 25, 2023
Here at The Grove, we consider ourselves lucky to have many amazing local partners in our work building custom new homes in the Poughkeepsie area. One of these is Page […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbor: Maria Fareri Children’s Healthcare Services
February 11, 2023
Families in the Poughkeepsie area now have better access to world-class pediatric healthcare. In September 2020, MidHudson Regional Hospital, which is part of the Westchester Medical Center network of facilities, […] Read More
New Construction Homes in Upstate NY – The Grove Sales Update
January 29, 2023
January is usually sleepy and snowy here in Dutchess County, but this year it’s been different. First of all, there’s been almost no snow during this unusually warm January. We […] Read More
Eat New, Eat Local: Poughkeepsie and LaGrange Restaurants 2023
January 16, 2023
“Can you recommend a good restaurant in the area?” We get this question a lot and the answer is always an enthusiastic YES! One of the things we love about […] Read More
Hudson Valley New Year’s Eve Activities
December 23, 2022
Whether you’re looking for daytime family activities or after-hours partying, there’s plenty going on in the Hudson Valley for New Year’s Eve. Here’s how to roll, dance, amble, and eat […] Read More
The 8 Best Ski Areas Near Dutchess County
December 14, 2022
Where can you ski in the Dutchess County area? Take your pick! Winter is simply magical here in the Hudson Valley…and if you’re a skier or snowboarder, this is the […] Read More
9 Great Holiday Activities in Dutchess County
November 25, 2022
Hmmm…what do we love most about the holiday season here in Dutchess County? Is it the picturesque country setting or the community feel? The sparkle, the fun, the history, or […] Read More
The History of Poughkeepsie and Dutchess County
November 10, 2022
Ready for a quick history lesson about Dutchess County? We promise there will be no pop quiz, but we hope this background gives you a sense of why our area […] Read More
How To Choose the Right Paint Color for Your Front Door
October 21, 2022
Your front door is the first thing visitors see when they come to your home. It’s often how your house says, “Hi!” to the neighborhood or passers-by. Plus, it’s a […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbor: Hyde Park
October 7, 2022
Set on the banks of the Hudson River, and located just 20 minutes from LaGrange, Hyde Park is one of New York State’s hidden gems. The town is best known […] Read More
7 Great Reasons To Buy a New Construction Home in Dutchess County
September 26, 2022
Why should I buy a new home instead of a “used” home? Is buying new construction a smart investment? Is it better to move into a new construction community rather […] Read More
Best Fall Activities in Dutchess County 2022
September 9, 2022
Looking for things to do in Dutchess County this fall? You won’t have to look far. This is one of many reasons why we love our corner of the Hudson […] Read More
10 Tips for Choosing a New Home Floor Plan
August 20, 2022
How do you choose the right floor plan for your new home? It’s a huge decision, and can feel overwhelming. After all, you’re literally mapping out your family’s environment and […] Read More
LaGrange, NY Parks: Explore Dutchess County Community Greenspace
August 5, 2022
New Homes in the Hudson Valley…Surrounded by Public Parks The Poughkeepsie, NY area has thousands of acres of wild natural green spaces, but we still love our public parks. Unspoiled […] Read More
The Perfect Dutchess County Day Trip
July 20, 2022
Whether you’re exploring the LaGrange area as a possible new place to live, or simply craving a change-of-scenery adventure, southeastern Dutchess County makes for the perfect day trip destination. Thanks […] Read More
5 Reasons Why It’s an Excellent Time to Buy a Custom Pre-Construction Home at The Grove
July 1, 2022
Even though LMD Companies has been building homes — over 1400 and counting — throughout the Hudson Valley for years, we still get excited every time we break ground. That’s […] Read More
How To Choose an Exterior Color for Your New Home
June 16, 2022
Building a custom home in a new construction neighborhood has many perks. Choice is a big one. Choosing your home site, home model, floor plan, and other options help you […] Read More
8 Great Things To Do in Dutchess County This Summer
May 27, 2022
May 2022 If you’re like us, you’re starting to make your Dutchess County summer bucket list. Ours is a long one! Here are our picks for making the most of […] Read More
Meet The New Generation of Poughkeepsie Brew Pubs
April 21, 2022
Have you heard? Poughkeepsie’s in the middle of a brewing renaissance. A number of new (and newly-restored) brew pubs and beer-centric bistros are generating buzz in the world of, well… […] Read More
Spring Activities in Dutchess County – 2022
March 30, 2022
[post_published] Spring activities abound in Dutchess County… As the weather grows warmer, there are so many opportunities to get out and enjoy the season, celebrate community, and make the most […] Read More
Meet The Grove – A New Home Community in Dutchess County
March 10, 2022
We’re beyond excited to announce our newest Sleight Farm offering, The Grove. Branching out from an established, sought-after neighborhood at the southeast end of Ridgeline Drive, The Grove features 47 […] Read More
New Construction and the Hudson Valley Real Estate Market
February 17, 2022
The red-hot real estate market in the Hudson Valley, including Dutchess County, has left home buyers without much inventory to choose from. New listings are getting snapped up after multiple […] Read More
“Thank You” from Dutchess County Home Builder LMD Homes
August 31, 2021
When Dutchess County home builder LMD Homes set out to create two new communities at Sleight Farm in LaGrange, NY, they could not have predicted the challenging times to come. […] Read More
Quick Move-In Home For Sale at The Glens!
August 13, 2021
Meet our quick move-in home available at The Glens, located at 47 Stonewall Circle, Poughkeepsie. Get all the benefits of new construction without the wait! This home offers single-story living […] Read More
7 Hidden Treasures In Poughkeepsie, NY
May 14, 2021
“Is Poughkeepsie, NY a nice place to live? What is there even to do in Poughkeepsie?” We hear these questions a lot from buyers thinking about building a new home […] Read More
New Homes in the Hudson Valley…Near Wappingers Falls NY
March 1, 2021
Find History, Nature, Culture, and Cuisine in Wappingers Falls Named for a cascade of waterfalls in the Wappinger Creek, the village of Wappingers Falls is just 10 miles from the […] Read More
Sneak Peek at The Estates – A Luxury New Home Community in the Hudson Valley
January 21, 2021
Our luxury new home community The Estates is selling fast, and we love seeing this beautiful neighborhood fill out with completed and under-construction houses. The biggest news coming into 2021 […] Read More
Sneak Peek at The Glens – A New Home Community Taking Shape in the Hudson Valley
January 5, 2021
Sleight Farm is so pleased to welcome 2021 with numerous new homes completed or under construction at The Glens, one of our communities taking shape in the Hudson Valley. Take […] Read More
What’s Coming to Dutchess County in 2021?
December 29, 2020
A new year, new Dutchess County area destinations, and more new homes at Sleight Farm: we have much to be excited about! We all have high hopes for 2021, including […] Read More
Spotlight On Our Neighbor: Adams Fairacre Farms
November 30, 2020
What would happen if you combined Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, a farmer’s market, a garden center, and a local craft fair? You’d probably come up with something close to Adams […] Read More
Which Dutchess County Holiday Activities are Happening in 2020?
November 20, 2020
The holidays are definitely going to look different this year, COVID-19 prevention measures mean that many beloved Dutchess County holiday events are going virtual…or have been cancelled altogether. So which […] Read More
Spotlight on our Neighbors: Dutchess County Wineries
November 3, 2020
Dutchess County wineries help make the Hudson Valley region a fabulous place to live! In times past, New Yorkers looking for a first-class wine tasting experience had to hop a […] Read More
New Homes in Dutchess County…Near the Walkway Over the Hudson
October 26, 2020
It’s simple: we love that the Sleight Farm community of new homes is located just 7 miles from Dutchess County gem the Walkway Over the Hudson. Here’s more about this […] Read More
Health Benefits of Walking
September 24, 2020
During the spring of 2020, when cities and towns all over the world went into some form of “lockdown” to control the spread of COVID-19, there was only one activity […] Read More
A Video Sneak Peek at Our New Model Home at The Glens
August 25, 2020
We were pleased to work with the team at NorthGuild in Kingston NY to produce a video “sneak peek” at our newly opened model home at The Glens. We love […] Read More
Living the “Farm to Table” Life in Dutchess County
August 19, 2020
The journey from farm to table gets a whole lot shorter when you live in Upstate NY! Local farms are simply part of the daily scenery and community here, and […] Read More
Our Model Home Interior Designer Helen Piteo Discusses Open Concept Spaces and How To Achieve “Attainable Luxury”
July 30, 2020
Our Clark model home at The Glens is now open! Sleight Farm welcomes visitors to come see for themselves what makes these designer new homes so unique, including: A personalized […] Read More
New Homes in Dutchess County…Near Beacon, Rhinebeck, and Millbrook
June 30, 2020
Sleight Farm’s community of new homes in Dutchess County are, of course, just a stone’s throw from the city of Poughkeepsie, which is fast becoming a regional center for the […] Read More
New Homes in Dutchess County…Close to Great Shopping and Entertainment
June 18, 2020
You’re interested in a building a new home in Dutchess County, somewhere in a quiet, scenic neighborhood…but not so remote that you have to drive long distances for excellent shopping […] Read More
New Homes in Dutchess County…with a Top-Notch School District
June 3, 2020
Many of our Sleight Farm buyers are seeking the ideal place to raise their families, so an excellent public school system is a “must-have.” Fortunately, the Sleight Farm community of […] Read More
How to Commute from Dutchess County to New York City
May 25, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed so many things in a short period of time, including where and how we work. Millions of people have suddenly found themselves doing their jobs […] Read More
What Is A New Home Builder’s Warranty?
May 4, 2020
A reputable new home builder should provide, free of charge, new construction warranties with each home. For instance, here at Sleight Farm, our homes come with a 1-year warranty for […] Read More
How to Be a Good Neighbor During the COVID-19 Crisis
March 23, 2020
People choose to live in a home community because they’re looking for just that – a community. Good neighbors make us feel connected and supported in daily life, and can […] Read More
A Message to our Community During the COVID-19 Crisis
March 20, 2020
Updated 3/20/20 Hello from the Sleight Farm team! We’re thinking of everyone in our community at this challenging time, and hope you are well. As we monitor the evolving news […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbor: Vassar College
February 20, 2020
Sleight Farm’s community of new homes in the Hudson Valley is lucky to be able to call Vassar College its neighbor! Vassar, of course, is world-renowned as a prestigious liberal […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbor: The Culinary Institute of America
January 21, 2020
Calling all foodies! The Sleight Farm community of new homes in the Hudson Valley is fortunate to count the Culinary Institute of America’s New York campus among our neighbors. Right […] Read More
Fun Facts about LaGrange and Dutchess County History
January 14, 2020
Even though Sleight Farm is a new home community, we are proud to be part of the long, continuing history of the LaGrange area and Dutchess County. People have been […] Read More
6 Reasons To Buy A New Home With A First-Floor Master Bedroom
December 29, 2019
We’ve found that more and more buyers looking to build a new home want a house with a first-floor master bedroom. If you grew up in a “traditional” two-story home […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbors: The Bardavon and The Mid-Hudson Civic Center
December 16, 2019
The Poughkeepsie area is an easy train ride or day trip to NYC, but area residents don’t have to go as far as the Big Apple to get world-class live […] Read More
Spotlight on Our Neighbor: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
November 21, 2019
Sleight Farm’s new homes are near Vassar hospital, and here’s why we’re pleased to call this world-class healthcare center our neighbor… In addition to amenities like excellent shopping and entertainment, […] Read More
Get To Know Our Dutchess County Home Builders: LMD Homes
November 17, 2019
Who are the people behind Sleight Farm, and how did they get to be one of the top new home builders in Dutchess County and the Hudson Valley? LMD Companies […] Read More
New Home Design Advice and Inspiration from our Partner Brands
October 28, 2019
Sleight Farm is pleased to partner with these brands as we work with new home buyers to design and build their custom new home. Here’s a little more about their […] Read More
Top Tips for Buying a New Construction Home
October 25, 2019
For many people, the process of buying a new construction home is, quite literally, a dream come true. How do you avoid common problems and make it the exciting, memorable […] Read More
LMD Homes and Sleight Farm Featured in Modern Home Builder
September 9, 2018
The magazine highlights LMD’s professional expertise and focus on high-quality service that’s responsive to the needs and wants of its customers. Read More
Tips for Homebuyers Trading Up to a Second Home
Ready to upgrade? Sleight Farm’s John Kuroda offers advice on navigating the buying process for your next home. Read More