Posted in New York August 20, 2020 by

Off The Beaten Path In Grant Cottage State Historic Site, You’ll Find A Breathtaking New York Overlook That Lets You See For Miles

One of the best parts about exploring New York is that all throughout our state you can find incredible pieces of history that have stood the tests of time. You can find a fascinating array of historic homes that are open to the public and for guided tours but one thing that not all of these sites offer is an unforgettable view of the Empire State. Pointing you in the right direction of where to go, it’s time to see why it’s worth traveling to the Grant Cottage Historic Site.

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One of many historic homes in New York, the Grant Cottage State Historic Site is a true hidden gem of Saratoga County.
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The Grant Cottage State Historic Site is where President U.S. Grant spent his final days and died on July 23, 1885—moving into the cottage with friends, family, and physicians roughly 6-weeks before his passing.
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Today, history buffs and hidden gem chasers of New York make their way to the historic Victorian-style cottage to see Grant's well-preserved final home and to also enjoy something else... the views!
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Visitors generally first like to enjoy a guided tour of the cottage, which they then follow up with the short but sweet stroll on over to the Eastern Overlook.
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Only several hundred yards away from the actual cottage, the Eastern Overlook is easy to get to with paved pathways leading you there.
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Also known as "Grant's Last View", once you reach the overlook you'll see a memorial that's been placed in the exact spot where President Grant enjoyed his final day during the summer of 1885.
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Now the view from the Eastern Overlook is one that's enjoyed by so many other than just President Grant!
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You'll be able to see as far away as 50 miles on a clear day, with views of the Adirondack Mountains, Green Mountains of Vermont, Catskill Mountains, and our scenic Hudson Valley—often drawing out artists who come here to paint these unforgettable landscapes.
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Even open during leaf peeping season, the Grant Cottage State Historic Site is breathtaking all year round.
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I mean... just look at how stunning this site is during our fall months!
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If you're ready to travel off of the beaten path and explore a new area of Saratoga County, then it's time to soak in the sights from the Grant Cottage State Historic Site and New York's Eastern Overlook.
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Something to know before you go? The Grant Cottage State Historic Site is actually on the same grounds as a former state prison! While the prison is no longer in use, when you arrive here, you'll have to pass through a security gate—don't let this confuse you, you're in the right place!

To find out more information about visiting the Grant Cottage State Historic Site, click here.
Address: 1000 Mt McGregor Rd, Wilton, NY 12831, USA