The northwestern part of Dutchess County sparkles and shines, but not in a gaudy, neon sort of way. It gleams like precious metal set with gemstones, living a sleek modern lifestyle that has grown up without compromising centuries of traditional grace. When New York was first settled, this area promptly became the domain of the landed gentry who could live wherever they chose. This was where they chose, and it’s easy to see why.

A sitting room at Hotel Tivoli. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Out for a walk on East Market Street in Rhinebeck. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Murray’s in Tivoli. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Makeup from FACE Stockholm in Rhinebeck. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Coco O’Malley and Roberto Rossi at Fiber and Flame in Rhinebeck. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Rebecca Black at Fiber and Flame. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Bread and Bottle in Red Hook. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Rhinecliff Hotel Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Rhinebeck Flea Market Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Sondra McGill​ & ​Jessica Krut at Paper Trail in Rhinebeck. Credit: Jesse Turnquist
Linda Filley’s display of paper shoes and flowers at Paper Trail. Credit: Jesse Turnquist