Cornish is a Connecticut River Valley town in Sullivan County, home to the Cornish-Windsor Bridge, the longest covered bridge in the United States, connecting to Windsor, Vermont. The town's farmland and river valley setting reflect its agricultural roots.

The Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park, preserving the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, gives Cornish a notable cultural landmark. The surrounding countryside includes working farms and conservation land.

Housing in Cornish ranges from historic farmhouses to river valley properties, drawing families, artists, and retirees who appreciate the town's scenic and cultural heritage.