Bellvale Farms Creamery
Handcrafted scoops made from local Hudson Valley milk, served high above the Warwick Valley.
Perched on a hilltop along NY-17A in Warwick, New York, Bellvale Farms Creamery earns its 4.8-star reputation one scoop at a time. The milk comes from the farm's own cows grazing the surrounding pastures, and you can taste the difference the moment a spoonful hits your tongue. Flavors like coconut chocolate-covered almond and rich espresso don't taste like something assembled in a factory; they taste like something someone cared about.
The setting is half the experience. Customers regularly describe watching the sun sink behind the valley while holding a cone, and that image captures what this place actually is: a working farm that decided the best way to share its land was through ice cream. Families spread out on the outdoor seating, couples linger over sundaes as the light changes, and the whole scene moves at the pace of a summer afternoon rather than a fast-food window.
With nearly 3,000 reviews averaging close to a perfect score, Bellvale Farms Creamery has become a genuine destination rather than a roadside stop. If you're driving through Orange County, the hill is worth the turn.
The creamery's lineup rotates with the seasons, but the commitment to dense, creamy texture stays constant. Signature flavors lean into local ingredients and bold combinations. The espresso ice cream has a loyal following, and fruit-forward options made with peak-season produce disappear fast on warm weekends. Single scoops, doubles, sundaes, and specialty confections fill out a menu that rewards the indecisive with good reason to come back.
Beyond ice cream, the shop carries sweet treats and confections that pair well with a scoop or stand on their own. The outdoor seating area is the real draw for groups, offering unobstructed views of the valley below. Open every day from noon to 9:00 PM, Bellvale accommodates afternoon cravings, post-dinner dessert runs, and sunset sittings equally well.
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Bellvale Farms Creamery is open every day of the week from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, including weekends and most holidays. No need to check a complicated schedule.
Find us at 1390 NY-17A in Warwick, NY 10990. The creamery sits on a hilltop with clear views of the valley, so once you're on 17A you'll know you're close when the landscape opens up.
Yes. Bellvale Farms is a working dairy farm, and the milk used in the ice cream comes from cows raised on the property. That direct farm-to-scoop process is what gives the ice cream its notably creamy texture and fresh flavor.
Outdoor seating is available and is a big part of the experience. Many visitors come specifically to enjoy their dessert while taking in the hilltop views of the Warwick Valley, especially around sunset.
The menu rotates seasonally, but popular options have included espresso, coconut chocolate-covered almond, and a variety of fruit and classic flavors. Calling ahead or checking the website at bellvalefarms.com is the best way to see the current lineup.
Absolutely. The outdoor space is relaxed and roomy, the menu has crowd-pleasing flavors for all ages, and the setting gives kids and adults alike something to look at beyond their cone. It's a low-key stop that tends to please everyone.
Yes. The creamery also carries confections and sweet treats alongside its ice cream menu, so there are options for guests who want something a little different or want to pair a treat with their scoop.
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