Discover Chenango County via Sprinter Van Rental in NYC

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Chenango County in New York is located at the center of the state and it provides plenty of picturesque sceneries and opportunities for idyllic rural lifestyle. So in case you want to take a vacation with family or with close friends and still do not know where to go, Chenango County might just be the place. Just get a sprinter van rental in NYC and you will have no problems driving around.

 

But what is in Chenango County, you ask? There is a lot, actually. There are many places to go and plenty of things to do here. With a sprinter van rental in NYC, you can visit as many sites as you can depending on how long you will be staying.

 

 

So here are a few suggestions for your group:

 

Frog Pond Farms

2001 State Hwy 7
Bainbridge, NY
(607) 967-2009

 

Frog Pond Farms is open from April to October. This is the perfect place to go if you want a fest of organic vegetables, fruits, plants and flowers. The great thing about the produce is that you can sample them first. You can also get cheese, honey, local farm eggs, maple syrup and other livestock, poultry and dairy products.

 

Berry Hill Gardens

Ward Loomis Road
Bainbridge, NY
(607) 967-8745
Web site.

 

If you are looking for a place to stay, then you should book rooms with this country-style bed and breakfast. With 300 acres of gardens, ponds, lakes, meadows and woods, Berry Hill surely gives guests more than just accommodations for the night. It is situated on a hilltop that overlooks miles of rural splendour, so you can spend peaceful afternoons strolling on gardens that look like they just came alive from a painting.

 

Magpie Farms Winery

1849 State Highway 41
Bainbridge, NY
(607) 639-4400
Web site.

 

Magpie Farms Winery is 87 acres worth of retired farmlands, woods, and lush, rolling hills. The Winery also offers tasty medieval honey, maple syrup, as well as fruit meads that are in limited production sizes.

 

A sprinter van rental in NYC can accommodate up to 10 people, so it is the ideal transportation option for small or intimate groups going on long drives.

 

Now here are some more suggestions of sites to visit and things to do in Chenango County. This time, we are focusing on historical sites and museums.

 

Chenango County Historical Museum

45 Rexford Street
Norwich, NY
(607) 334-9227
Web site.

 

If you want a peek or a taste of how life was for Chenango County's early settlers, you should head over to the Chenango County Historical Museum. In here you will learn about the county’s history and see its historically significant assets.

 

Northeast Classic Car Museum

24 Rexford St., NYS Route 23
Norwich, NY
(607) 334-2886
Web site.

 

The Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich showcases a fine array of antique automobiles, including the largest collection of Franklin vehicles in the world. The museum’s collection of 160 vehicles includes classic cars like Cord, Duesenberg, Cadillac, Auburn, LaSalle, Stutz, Packard, Lincoln, Pierce-Arrow, Hupmobile and other unique models and rare manufacturers.

 

Oxford Historical Society Museum

Depot Street
Oxford, NY
(607) 843-9926

 

This museum is all about the history of Oxford. It boasts a vast collection of railroad memorabilia.

 

The Earlville Opera House

16-22 East Main Street
Earlville, NY
(315) 691-3550
Web site.

 

The Earlville Opera House is a two-story theater that was built in 1896. It remains to be a center of activity for locals as it is still used for cultural activities like theatrical performances, film showings and operatic presentations.

 

The Afton Museum

116 Main Street, Route 7
Afton, NY
(607) 639-2720

 

The Afton Museum consists of a barn and a house filled with historical items and memorabilia.

 

The Bullthistle Model Railroad Society, Inc.

33 Rexford Street
Norwich, NY
(607) 336-4166

 

This holds educational and interactive exhibits and visual displays that show the effect of railroads on Chenango residents and its economy.

 

Chenango is a lovely and picturesque county and it is very much worth a visit. In fact, with its splendid rural scenery and its laidback atmosphere, it is the perfect destination for those who need a break from the hustle and bustle of New York City. You can hop on a sprinter van rental in NYC and unwind with family or friends in Chenango County.

 

We are giving you suggestions on sites to visit and things to do while in Chenango. Here are some of the venues you can go to if you are into culture and the arts:

 

Chenango County Council of the Arts

27 West Main Street
Norwich, NY
(607) 336-2787
Web site.

 

Chenango County Council of the Arts hosts musical, theatrical and dance performances. It also has an art gallery with changing exhibits.

 

Earlville Opera House

16 East Main Street
Earlville, NY
(315) 691-3550
Web site.

 

Do not be deceived because this opera house does not just host operas and does not just serve as a live theatre. It also functions as a music, films, and art gallery. Locals also use this venue for productions and social gatherings.

 

New Berlin Art Forum

P O Box 326
New Berlin, NY
(607) 847-9747

 

The New Berlin Art Forum is the hometown source of quality entertainment, bringing a diverse variety of homegrown talent.

 

Jericho Arts Council

15 North Main Street
Bainbridge, NY
(607) 967-7228

 

Established in 1976, the Jericho Arts Council enhances and enriches the lives of locals through quality family entertainment in the field of visual and performing arts. It supports and encourages traditional artists and introduces the community to modern or experimental methods of expressing creativity.

 

Book a sprinter van rental in NYC ahead of time. It is the ideal transportation solution for small and intimate groups as it can accommodate up to 10 passengers.

 

Now, we will give you venues that are great for family activities.

 

Media Man Fun Center, LLC

11 E State Street
Sherburne, NY
(607) 674-6599

 

Take the kids to Media Man Fun Center and enjoy private parties, dances, coin-operated games, movies, game tables, videos, etc.

 

Norwich Skate Park

Borden Avenue
Norwich, NY 13815

 

The skate park offers ice hockey, ice skating, rollerblading, and a skateboard park that kids who love sports and a little bit of adrenalin rush.

 

Pure Country Campgrounds

176 Kelly Rd.
New Berlin, NY
(607) 847-926
Web site.

 

This one consists of a 100 x 200 outdoor area, paddocks for rent, covered portable horse stalls, on-site obstacle course, and hiking and biking tracks.

 

Rogers Environmental Education Center

Rte. 80 West
Sherburne, NY
(607) 674-4733
Web site.

 

The Rogers Environmental Education Center is a part of the Department of Environmental Conservation and it is operated by "Friends of Rogers." They offer demonstrations and programs that are related to the outdoors all throughout the year. They also offer outdoor activities and sports like bird watching and hiking. The center also has a picnic area for families who would love to sit down and enjoy nature nature while grabbing a bite.

 

Book a sprinter van rental in NYC for your trip to Chenango County. It is the perfect and most convenient transportation solution for your family.

 

We have already suggested a few museums and historical spots, sites that are ideal for families, places to go for arts and entertainment, and farms and gardens, too.

 

Now hop on your sprinter van rental in NYC and discover more venues in Chenango County. Here are ideal places for sports and recreation:

 

Chenango Valley Ranch

893 Bowbell Road
Greene, NY
(607) 656-7751
(877) 234-5253
Web site.

 

This working ranch is a great place to go horseback riding with friends or with family.

 

Balsam Pond

Pharsalia, McDonough

 

Small motorboats or canoes. Balsam Pond is a warm water fishery 153 acres wide and 9 feet deep. There are small motorboats and canoes that you can use and you can go fishing. There are Norlunges, yellow perch, largemouth bass, sunfish and chain pickerel.

 

Bowman Lake and State Park

745 Bliven Sherman Rd.
Oxford, NY
(607) 334-2718

 

The park is 660 acres worth of hiking and nature trails, biking trails and snowmobiling trails. You can go cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing during the winter. There are also campsites, with a water front area, a picnic area, a playground, playing fields, and a pavilion.

 

The 35-acre and 16-foot lake is stocked with trout. You can rent rowboats at the boathouse during park hours and go fishing.

 

Bordering the park is 11,000 acres of State DEC forest land.

 

Hunts Pond

2 miles southwest of New Berlin
New Berlin, NY

 

This 20-acre pond is owned by NYS Office of Parks and Recreation. You can go fishing for large-mouth bass, panfish and chain pickerel.

 

Jackson Pond

Pharsalia Wildlife Management
Pharsalia, NY

 

Jackson Pond is an 18-acre pond located on the Pharsalia Wildlife Management area. You can get on a canoe and fish for Northern pike, panfish and largemouth bass.

 

Brookfield State Forest

Hubbardsville/Brookfield, NY
(607) 674-4017

 

Brookfield State Forest boasts of 130 miles of trails that are spread over 13,000 acres for hiking, cross-country skiing, horseback riding and snowmobiling. There are facilities like a pavilion, a picnic area, and handicapped mounting platforms for horseback riding.

 

Make sure to get a sprinter van rental in NYC to make your trip more fun and hassle-free. At the end of your outing, there is nothing like being able to get into a sprinter van where you can relax comfortably and head home.