There’s nothing more inviting than an old-fashioned porch to help you relax and enjoy the beauty of a summer day. A timeless element of classic vintage homes, porches also lend a unique style to newer homes as well. Here are 5 stylish porches that will make you long to sit back in your rocking chair and enjoy the view.

At Linley House in Millbrook, the views from the stately two-story porch are mesmerizing and reach across the Hudson River to the Catskill Mountains.

Sweeping across the rear exterior of the home, the stately porch at The Columns in Mount Kisco overlooks the rushing Kisco River.

The wrap porch that fronts Willow Hill in North Salem is a classic complement to the circa 1842 home and affords views of the scenic Titicus Reservoir.

A new front porch extends a warm welcome to guests at Springdale in Harrison, which enjoys elevated views of distinguished Sterling Ridge.

Memorable outdoor spaces abound at Rock Shelter in Waccabuc where the porches are an important part of the architectural design. There’s even a porch enclosed within the turret.

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