I like to share “hidden gems” with my readers from time to time, so here’s one that is truly hidden. It’s called The Georgi, named after the owners of the property. It’s a secluded place on the Battenkill river that was owned by the Georgi family. The house has been turned into a museum and what was once used as their garage is now a community center.
The Georgi is the kind of place mostly known to the locals for swimming, picnicking, tubing, kayaking and fishing. The grounds are gorgeous and have been used for weddings.
If you visit the Georgi:
Bring water shoes, the river has a rock bottom in places that can be hard on bare feet
Plan on swimming, but bring towels, chairs, sunscreen and a cooler.
Pack a lunch for a picnic. There are a few concrete tables but no BBQ grills or fire pits to cook on. I suggest Yushak’s which is next door. Nice little grocery store.
If you kayak or tube there are a couple of places to “put in”
Remember the bug spray! The gnats are especially annoying
If you want to visit the museum, call ahead. It’s open only by appointment.
And please and most importantly – treat this beautiful spot with respect. Take out everything you bring in.
The Georgi is a gorgeous spot and I want to thank Karoline (who I work with) for sharing this place with me. The Battenkill is truly an incredibly beautiful river that should be shared but also kept beautiful.
Next time: The covered bridges of Washington County…
How far is the battenkill from Saratoga?
The Battenkill River runs for about 59 miles and starts at the Hudson River. This particular spot is about 20 minutes East of Saratoga Springs in Shushan NY. The Battenkill runs through NY and into Vermont with lots of opportunities for canoeing, tubing, fishing and picnics.