The Kittleman House, built in 1848 as a small soap and candle factory, is located on Washington Park's fashionable Willett Street. In it's glory days, the factory stood alone, up in "the country", where no strange odors or industrial smog could bother the "city" folk of downtown Albany! We offer an intimate escape just minutes away from The New York State Empire Plaza. Our neighborhood enjoys Albany's finest architecture in a safe, residential setting. Each morning enjoy a full breakfast of the day or a lighter Continental breakfast. Around the corner, take a stroll along Lark Street, "The Village Within a City." Shops and fine restaurants abound. Step out the front door to enjoy Washington Park, Albany's finest Victorian gardens. Albany is the jewel in New York's crown. The City, first settled by the Dutch in 1624, was given its charter in 1686 by Governor Thomas Dongan and became Capital of the State of New York in 1797. For the first time visitor, it is highly recommended that you start your tour of Albany at the Visitor's Center located at 25 Quackenbush Square on Broadway. The Henry Hudson Planetarium at the Center has wonderful shows to introduce you to the City's history and attractions.