THE HUDSON VALLEY   The area is a nature lover's paradise offering extensive miles of trails, inspiring overlooks, beautiful waterfalls and pristine lakes.  The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail , Mohonk Preserve and Minnewaska State Park are nearby; all are perfect for a scenic walk, challenging hike or horseback ride.  There are many venues for fishing and kayaking, including public boat launches for the Wallkill River and Chodikee Lake.   The history buff can plan a trip to the Gomez Mill House in Marlboro; Slabsides-John Burroughs cabin in the woods of West Park; the intimate Klyne-Esopus Museum; or world-famous Huguenot Street in New Paltz, the oldest street of original homes in North America.  Cross the Hudson and visit the grandeur of the estate of Samuel F.B. Morse, the home and Presidential library of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, as well as the estates of the Vanderbilt and Mills families.   Ulster County showcases unique boutiques, amazing antiques as well as shopping malls with major anchor stores.  Alternative and traditional health care facilities including local hospitals play a prominent role in the community.   The Hudson Valley is home to some of the nation's most beautiful produce.  During the spring and summer months, the bounty of the Hudson is harvested.  Browse local growers' farms and Farmers' Markets for juicy peaches, succulent tomatoes, and crispy lettuce or pick your own delectable strawberries. Visit a Hudson Valley winery and sample the fruits of the Valley.  Rejoice in the background of the fall foliage as you apple and pumpkin pick!   ABOUT ULSTER COUNTY   ULSTER COUNTY offers a rich blend of history, culture, enchanting and amazing natural brilliance. The scenic Hudson River border on the east, and extends westward to include the magnificent, picturesque landscapes of the Catskill Park region.   NEW PALTZ/GARDINER provides year round activities with craft fairs, concerts, SUNY summer theatre, art galleries, county fairs, antiquing, horseback riding, sky diving, swimming, bicycling, running, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and world-class rock climbing.  And let us not forget the exquisite restaurant cuisine.   Its breathtakingly beautiful countryside makes it a premier environment to call home. This idyllic setting will captivate your sense of enjoyment for living and playing!