Hudson Valley and Catskills hospitality is world-class. Coming here is one of life’s great experiences, and our practiced hosts will welcome you with the grace and expertise your adventure deserves. Are you a cottage person, or do you prefer a resort atmosphere? Do you want to mingle with fellow travelers in a common lounge area over coffee? Do you prefer the peace and quiet of the woods or something a little more urban? Whatever brings you maximum vacationing joy, you’ll find an option that helps you feel right at home…only better, because you’re surrounded by our art, scenery, and warm welcome.
Whatever brings you maximum vacationing joy, you’ll find an option that helps you feel right at home…only better.
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clove cottages
Eight cozy, furnished guest cottages in High Falls.
Amenities: Full kitchen, living room, WiFi, smart TV, porch, hammock, grill, dedicated parking
Surroundings: Scenic, quiet country road in the forest. Minutes from Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Preserve. Nearby High Falls and Rosendale are sweet, quirky hamlets that are fun to explore.
Hosts: Michelle and Noah are outdoorspeople, animal lovers (wait till you meet the llama), local area experts, and passionate environmentalists who get 70% of their power from solar panels.
Perks: Pet friendly. Kitchens are stocked with sundries and cooking essentials. Some cottages have a fireplace and/or jetted tub.
845-687-4170, 200 Rock Hill Road, High Falls, clovecottages.com
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the perch cottage stays
Eight modern, bright, and functional cottages on a gorgeous eight-acre meadow.
Amenities: Gas BBQ grill, 40-inch smart TV, bluetooth sound system, memory foam mattresses, coffee maker. For families: high chair and playpen (small fee applicable), self check-in, long-term stays, luggage drop-off, breakfast bar in the kitchen. High-end toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, lotion, hammock, fire pit
Surroundings: You’ll have your own stretch of the Esopus Creek to play in plus a swimming hole. Glorious views of the Catskills. You’re minutes from Phoenicia, just a little farther from Woodstock—both wonderful places full of food and fun—and very close to the gorgeous Ashokan Rail Trail.
Hosts: Rachel and Hugh are Hudson Valley natives living out a lifelong dream. You’ll find their artistry and warmth expressed in every detail of The Perch.
Perks: Cottages are beautifully decorated; you’ll find barn beams, upcycled items, and vintage prints throughout, yet no two are alike. Pet friendly.
646-389-6677, Beechview Gardens Circle, Boiceville, perchcottages.com
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hutton brickyards
A 43-room destination in Kingston offering historic mansion hotel and custom cabin choices.
Amenities: Parking and EV charging, WiFi, 24-hour front desk, outdoor gym picnic spots, Malin + Goetz bath products, in-room coffee machines, air conditioning, mini fridge, hair dryer
Surroundings: You’re on the bank of the Hudson River, surrounded by acres of nature and panoramic views but mere minutes from historic, lovely Kingston with its bustling waterfront, artsy midtown, and historic uptown.
Hosts: Owner Karl Slovin works with the Waterford Hotel Group to ensure hand-picked, well-trained, and attentive staff.
Perks: Wellness features include riverfront barrel saunas, Swedish massage, local seasonal menu, and expert workshops. Other activity choices include yoga classes, guided hikes, bikes to borrow, astrology readings, archery, kayaking, and fireside evenings with s’mores. The 100-acre property, an actual former brickyard, is surrounded by a 200-acre state park to explore.
845-514-4853, 132 Lindsley Avenue, Kingston, huttonbrickyards.com
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menla resort & dewa spa
This spa and retreat venue offers choices ranging from luxurious upscale rooms to shared rooms and cabins within a 330-acre nature preserve. The site is at the head of a stunning glacial valley deep amid the Catskills.
Amenities: Fully equipped yoga and movement spaces, fitness room, hiking trails, Dewa Spa, seasonal outdoor pool, bonfire pits, sweat lodge, signature hand and face soaps, WiFi, phone lines
Surroundings: You’re 30 minutes from Woodstock or Kingston and 10 minutes from the main drag of Phoenicia, tucked away in a spectacular hidden valley among gardens, meadows, streams, and deep woods and atop the oldest known meteor impact crater on Earth.
Hosts: The property, which has a long history of hosting healing retreats, was donated to Tibet House US in 2002. There’s a pervasive, welcoming sense of mission here devoted to preserving the culture and healing arts of Tibet.
Perks: The world-class, 4,000-square foot Dewa Spa offers a comprehensive array of Tibetan, Ayurvedic, and Western treatment modalities targeting everything from the skin and muscles to the chakras and deepest emotional realms. A long list of retreats offer a vast variety of themes. Your vegetarian meals are made from ingredients grown in Menla’s own organic gardens.
845-688-6897, 375 Pantherkill Road, Phoenicia, menla.org
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mohonk mountain house
The mountain house is an iconic Victorian castle set beside a pristine sky lake. Lodging choices include Victorian and traditional rooms and suites in the Mountain House itself, and Modern American rooms in the Grove Lodge.
Amenities: Indoor heated pool, Wi-Fi, valet parking, kids’ club, EV charging, wellness facilities, riding stable, golf course, spa
Surroundings: You’re atop a mountain, surrounded by 40,000 acres of pristine deep woods, and mere minutes from the college-town fun of New Paltz and the lush farm country of the Rondout Valley.
Hosts: The Smiley family has been welcoming guests since the 1860s with a sort of warm Quakerly savoir faire that can still be felt, even though you can now get signature handcrafted cocktails on the Sunset Porch.
Perks: Over 85 miles of hiking trails to explore, rock scrambles, guided tours, mountain bikes to rent, rowboats, pedal boats, canoes and fishing on the lake, archery, tomahawk throwing, lawn games, campfires, movies, live music events, and more.
888-976-2943, 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, mohonk.com
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the graham & co
The Graham & Co is a boutique hotel offering 20 stylish rooms full of natural light on three acres, plus the Bungalow: full kitchen, bunk beds, and a private backyard.
Amenities: Bonfires, priority bikes, swimming pool, Tivoli Bluetooth radios, weekend breakfast, all-day coffee and tea, communal den, WiFi, air conditioning, plush bedding, private-label bath products, badminton
Surroundings: You’re nestled in the quaint, quirky hamlet of Phoenicia, in the midst of some of the loveliest hiking and biking terrain on the planet.
Hosts: Martin Torres and Joe DiThomas are passionate about hospitality. Both ditched their big-city careers to provide Graham & Co guests with a genuine Catskills experience that blends attention to detail with rustic charm.
Perks: No TV and no cell service, leading to enhanced togetherness and outdoor adventure time. There are guided hikes, scent distillation classes, s’mores kits, and sound baths, along with other experiences you can book with local hosts.
845-688-7871, 80 Route 214, Phoenicia, thegrahamandco.com
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hotel dylan
Hotel Dylan comprises 22 boutique rooms that are elegantly Bohemian, created and decorated in homage to Woodstock Nation’s immortal musical spirit. There’s also the brand-new Casita Santana residence, featuring two bedrooms, two baths, and an open floor plan.
Amenities: Complimentary WiFi, Keurig coffee makers, mini refrigerator, blow dryer, iron and ironing board, record players and records, books and games to borrow, curated book selection, LATHER bath products, cable TV, A/C and heating units for each room, locally sourced snack selection available for purchase, outdoor private entrances, fire pits
Surroundings: Five-minute drive from the wonders of Woodstock: century-old arts institutions, creative retail and food, and great places for an evening of live music or an independent film.
Hosts: The Hotel Dylan is the vision of Paul Covello, who grew up here and renovated an old ’70s motel into a colorful wonder
Perks: Onsite you will find the Santa Fe Woodstock Restaurant, and the 28 West Gym across the street is available to guests for a modest fee. Your stay includes access to the private Woodstock Golf Club.
845-684-5422, 320 Maverick Road, Woodstock, thehoteldylan.com
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whistlewood farm
WhistleWood Farm Bed and Breakfast offers three unique rooms and a carriage house big enough for two couples or a family on a lovely working farm.
Amenities: Antique furnishings, handmade quilts, full breakfast (fresh free-range eggs and baked goods), coffee and tea, hiking trails
Surroundings: You’re nestled on a 40-acre private farm property with exquisite sunset views from the deck, just three miles from the sweetly sumptuous village of Rhinebeck.
Hosts: Maggie Myer has hosted thousands of travelers over 30 years. Her cooking, design sense, and hospitality are deservedly legendary.
Perks: This is a working farm; guests are invited to mingle with the horses, chickens, barn cats, and dogs. Fresh-baked treats every day.
845-876-6838, 52 Pells Road, Rhinebeck, whistlewood.com
