New York Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Pound Ridge, New York

Population: 4,600

Located in Westchester County

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/b|ound Ridge is located on the Connecticut border of Westchester County, adjacent to New Canaan and Ridgefield, about 18 miles northeast of White Plains and 40 miles from mid-Manhattan. Characterized by lushly wooded hills combined with rugged cliffs sparkling lakes and ponds, Pound Ridge offers a unique setting for quietly elegant country life, abundant recreational opportunities, cultural offerings and countless nature and hiking trails.

Winding roads and a diverse terrain impart a special charisma to this quaint town. Architects have built some very dramatic contemporaries into the rugged Pound Ridge countryside. New homes are enhanced by private idyllic settings

Recreation:
The Ward Pound Ridge Reservation and Nature Center is here, the largest park in Westchester County, featuring open lean-tos with reservations for camping on its 5,000-acre site. It also features The Trailside Museum, bird walks and other events such as natural history and Native American Indian exhibits. The National Audubon Society lists this nature preserve as an "Important Bird Area".

Shopping:
Scotts Corners, the main shopping area in Pound Ridge, has quaint antique shops, restaurants, specialty stores, and a variety of services and, about twice a year, is the venue of sidewalk arts and crafts fairs. Pound Ridge Town Park hosts swimming pool, tennis courts, and ball fields and has an annual fireworks show on July 4th for the residents.

Education:
Pound Ridge is served by two school districts. Children in the central and southern portion of the town attend Bedford Central Schools; Pound Ridge Elementary (Grades K to 5), Fox Lane Middle School (Grades 6, 7 and 8) and Fox Lane High School. The northern part of the town is in the Katonah-Lewisboro district and children attend Lewisboro Elementary (Grades K to 5), John Jay Middle School (Grades 6, 7 and 8) and John Jay High School. Both school systems offer high quality education and a broad variety of interscholastic sports and activities.

Transportation:
Express trains to New York City average 55 minutes. Car access to New York City is via Interstate 684, Saw Mill River Parkway and Merritt Parkway

Due to the eclectic character of Pound Ridge, you will find a community built with pride and privacy for those who enjoy the involvement of small town life or the peacefulness of a country retreat.