Deep Cut Gardens | NJ’s Secret Garden Escape 🌸🌿
Tucked away in Middletown, this free botanical gem is the perfect pit stop between beach trips. Think: manicured hedges, hidden benches, and zero crowds. Here’s why it’s worth the detour: 🌺 Garden Highlights 🏡 Red House (Free Entry!) • 1920s charm + rotating art exhibits = mini museum vibes. 🌳 French-Style Pergola • Wisteria tunnels (spring) + fall foliage = Instagram gold. 🍂 Lakeside Path • Crispy leaves + duck sightings = autumn ASMR. Hot Take: The topiary animals? Disney-level cute. 🚗 Beach Combo Hack 1️⃣ Hit Sandy Hook (15 mins away) for sunset oysters. 2️⃣ Shop Red Bank’s indie boutiques (bookstores + vinyl). 3️⃣ Bell Works = indoor jungle + coffee (rainy day backup). Pro Tip: Pack a picnic blanket—this garden begs for lounging. ⏳ Quick Visit? ✅ 30 mins = full tour (tiny but mighty). ✅ Weekdays = total solitude (weekends = mild stroller traffic). Q: Team Garden First or Team Beach First? #NJHiddenGems #BotanicalGarden #WeekendEscape