Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

COVID-19 GUIDELINES: We are following the New York State guidelines for Re-Opening in Westchester County. Whatever phase they are in for gathering size is what we allow. Please do not contact us to host large weddings on-site. Thank you.

HOLIDAY WEEKENDS REQUIRE 3- NIGHT MINIMUM. Ask about weekly discount!

The New Dawn Foundation is a not-for-profit holistic health retreat center located in an historic estate house that offers it's facility for all kinds of retreats including family reunions, non-profit and community gatherings for health and wellness. Our peaceful and tranquil setting on Long Island Sound is perfect for people seeking non-commercial restoration and balance. We are 18 miles from NYC. Please note that we are NOT a boutique hotel, nor do we offer the same amenities and services of a 5 star vacation rental property or a hotel. We screen guests and only rent to groups who meet the criteria of our non-profit mission. Please read this description thoroughly to make sure that this is the right property for you.

HISTORY: This old-world house was built in 1900 at a time when wealthy New Yorkers came to Davenport Neck for summer vacations. For many years the property was a girls boarding school before it was acquired by the Klinghart family where it was used as a retreat center. Upon the death of Mrs. Klinghart it was donated to the Mt. Sinai School of Nursing where nurses and their friends and relatives could come for overnight restoration and reprieve. After the School of Nursing closed the property was sold to Dr. Osborn, a medical doctor in the Bronx where it continued to function as a retreat center. In the year 2000 it became a non-profit health and wellness retreat Center known as The New Dawn Foundation.

EVENTS: Many non-profit, religious and good-will organizations use our facility to run weekend workshops and programs. Please submit your request by including the number of attendees, purpose of event and approximate number of guests.

Highlights of the grounds include a stone sea wall, old stone tea house, portico, wrap-around terraces and gardens. Beautiful sunrise and sunset views over the water.

Highlights of the interior include original Tiffany stained glass windows, wooden & leather paneled dining room, ceramic fireplaces and built-in window seats, not to mention stunning views of Long Island Sound from most of the rooms.

The bedrooms can accommodate a total of 20 people for overnight sleeping in 14 beds. Maximum occupancy for daytime events outdoors is 60, indoors standing up downstairs 40.

Pricing depends on number of people and intended usage.

NOTE: WE DO NOT RENT TO ANYONE UNDER THE AGE OF 25, or for Spring Breakers, after-prom parties, un-chaperoned college graduation parties, or to any group whose purpose or intent goes against our mission of health and wellness.

Your reservation at our property entitles you for membership in our organization.

Room Descriptions:

GROUND FLOOR: sun room, living room, dining room (seats 12), parlor (seats 6 at table) kitchen (2 sinks, 2 refrigerators, stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee pot, no dishwasher), grand staircase with Tiffany Angel Window, 1 full bath off kitchen, 1/2 bath off living room.

Second Floor Bedrooms:
Sound View Rooms I & II: 1 Queen in main room, 1 DBL in alcove, full private bath with shower. (sleeps 4) Note that the alcove room is not fully insulated and can be drafty in the winter. A space heater and electric blanket are provided.

Acorn Room: 1 bunk bed, 2 twin beds, shared full bath with the Garden View Room. (sleeps 4)

Garden View Room: Queen size sofa bed and shared bath with Acorn room. (sleeps 2)

Oak Tree I & II: King bed in main room, alcove with twin bed. Private Full bath. (sleeps 3). Note that the alcove room is not fully insulated and can be drafty in the winter. A space heater and electric blanket are provided.

THIRD FLOOR: Two rooms share a bathroom in the hall.
Sunrise Room: 1 full, 2 twins. (sleeps 4)
Sunset Room: 1 Full, 1 twin. (sleeps 3)

Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.