Hemlock, NY

Hemlock is a small, quiet hamlet located at the north end of Hemlock Lake in Livingston County. With around 450 residents, it offers a relaxed country setting surrounded by rolling hills and open farmland. While the community itself is peaceful and low-key, Route 20A runs right through the center, making it easy to head over to neighboring Livonia for everyday shopping and schools or commute north toward Rochester.

Living here puts some of the region's best outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. Hemlock Lake is largely undeveloped because it supplies drinking water to Rochester, leaving miles of protected shoreline for kayaking, fishing, and quiet trail walks. The hamlet is also home to the annual Hemlock Fair, a classic country tradition that has been running since the 1800s. For anyone seeking scenic views, fresh air, and a friendly, small-town atmosphere, Hemlock is a wonderful place to settle down.