Historic hotel and resort welcomed as a founding member
NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 4, 2012) – Mohonk Mountain House, a National Historic Landmark resort and Historic Hotel of America located in New York’s Hudson Valley, has joined the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance as a founding member.
Owned and operated by the Smiley Family since its founding in 1869, Mohonk Mountain House has provided guests with recreation and renewal of body, mind and spirit in a beautiful natural setting for 143 years. The resort is located on 1,200 acres in the midst of a 40,000-acre natural area.
The hotel and resort is joining the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance to bring its hospitable name and unique allure to an already rich market of renowned products and services associated with the industrious Hudson Valley region.
“We are honored to be among the founding members of the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance,” said Bert Smiley, President of the Mohonk Mountain House. “Since 1869, my family has been involved with tourism and land stewardship in this remarkable region. We look forward to exploring new opportunities and initiatives with our Food & Beverage Alliance partners.”
The Food & Beverage Alliance focuses on helping food and beverage companies in the region work together as strong partners and market their products all over the United States. Launched by the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC), the organization includes food businesses, farmers, vegetable growers, beverage makers, distributors and other organizations in the industry.
With both Old World charm and modern amenities, outstanding recreation and customized group activities, Mohonk Mountain House embodies the traditional culture of the Hudson Valley area. The Victorian-style resort has received many accolades, including being named one of “The World’s Best Places to Stay” by the Condé Nast Traveler 2012 Gold List, one of the “Ten Best Spa Trips for 2012” by Fodor’s and one of Travel and Leisure’s “World’s Best Hotels for Families.”
Mohonk Mountain House also features a wealth of year-round recreation, including a spectacular skating pavilion, rock climbing and 85 miles of trails for seasonal hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The grounds feature exquisite gardens, a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts and stables for horseback riding and horse-drawn carriage rides. The resort resides on the glacial-formed Lake Mohonk, making it ideal for boating, fishing and swimming.
“Mohonk Mountain House brings so many unique and celebrated concepts of the Hudson Valley to our organization,” says Mike Oates, President and CEO of the HVEDC. “The Food & Beverage Alliance stands to gain respect and praise from the resort’s stellar history of exceptional hospitality and long-standing name, which have brought national attention to the Hudson Valley and organizations in the area. We are proud to partner with them.”
About Mohonk Mountain House
Mohonk Mountain House is a National Historic Landmark resort and Historic Hotel of America located in New York’s Hudson Valley, just 90 miles north of New York City. Owned and operated by the Smiley Family since its founding in 1869, the resort has provided guests with recreation and renewal of body, mind, and spirit in a beautiful natural setting for 143 years. The Victorian Castle resort is honored on the 2012 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List, along with being one of the Top 20 U.S. resorts in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, and one of Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Hotels for Families.” The 30,000-square-foot Spa wing at Mohonk Mountain House, recognized as the #3 Hotel Spa in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards, has 16 treatment rooms, a solarium, an outdoor heated mineral pool, an indoor heated pool, comprehensive fitness center, and yoga/motion studio. The eco-friendly Spa is heated and cooled by a geo-thermal system and features a “green roof.” A wealth of year-round recreation includes a spectacular Skating Pavilion, rock climbing, and 85 miles of trails for seasonal hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The grounds feature exquisite gardens, a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts, and stables for horseback riding and horse-drawn carriage rides. The glacial-formed Lake Mohonk is ideal for boating, fishing, and swimming. The Mohonk Kids’ Club is lauded by Travel + Leisure as one of the Best Hotel Kids’ Programs nationally. Mohonk Mountain House’s longtime stewardship efforts include composting, recycling, and nature interpretation programs. Over 40 theme programs are presented annually, including culinary classes, gardening workshops, music festivals and nature programs. Overnight rates at Mohonk Mountain House include charming accommodations, breakfast, lunch, dinner, Afternoon Tea and Cookies, and most resort activities. For additional information, please call 800.772.6646 or visit www.mohonk.com. Become a Facebook fan at www.facebook.com/mohonk.
About Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC)
HVEDC represents seven counties in Hudson Valley. This public-private partnership markets the region as a prime business location to corporate executives, site selection consultants and real estate brokers. HVEDC also helped start the branding and promotional effort for NY BioHud Valley. For more information on Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation or to review available business sites, visit http://www.HVEDC.com or call CEO Mike Oates at 845-220-2244.
