We booked an intensive for 12 women at the Artfarm and couldn't have asked for a better place for…read morequiet contemplation and a fantastic space for workshop facilitation. The amenities are incredible - dishwasher, washer and drier, a/c and a wonderfully complete kitchen (even had a juicer). Everyone had their own bed. It was super clean and we all loved the outdoor shower and baths. Sean and helpers were incredibly accomodating, and were available for help whenever we needed them. But at the same time, we never really knew they were around which allowed us to thoroughly enjoy some incredible solitude. The grounds are beautiful and wonderfully maintained without interfering with the natural surroundings. This place is perfect for those who enjoy being surrounded by nature's beauty without paying an arm and a leg. I looked a long time before I found this incredible space for a fantastic price. Thanks so much Artfarm. We'll be back!

Stayed here with a group of 15 guys the first weekend of May, 2011. Sean was excellent to…read morecoordinate with beforehand and helped us with everything we needed while we were there. The land is beautiful and backs up to some serious woods that were packed with newts and salamanders (very healthy ecosystem). We made use of the two four foot smokers, the large outdoor grills, and the kitchen. I looked extensively before booking and this was by far the best value in Hudson valley region. This would work equally well for a family as for large groups (like us). Beautiful scenery, great people to give business to, great amenities! Enjoy!

(Note: This is NOT the Anthony Dobbins Stagecoach Inn). I have travelled to third world countries…read moreand paid $6/night to stay in shacks that were cleaner than this house. It seems like poor grandma may have passed away and they decided to cram her stuff into this already full house. There is furniture everywhere! Correction: there is DUSTY furniture everywhere! The house is also filled with books - DUSTY, DINGY books everywhere! We could hardly sit in the family/TV room because the smell of dust and mold was so overwhelming. There is a locked room on the second floor with a door that is covered in ugly juvenile expression (stickers, pictures, etc) - the most notable: "Beware of the Devil" Really? Not only do you have to be frightened of asthma attacks due to the mold and dust in this house, you also have to be worried about evil spirits lurking in the house - or maybe behind that locked door! The bathrooms are disgusting. They are outdated and just dirty. Bring your rubber boots because the drains are all clogged and you end up taking a shower in ankle high water. Then, when you are done, and the tub finally drains (or attempts to drain), you get repellent hair balls spit back up into the bathtub. It is truly nauseating. The sheets and towels are threadbare and, like everything else, very old. The kitchen is just filthy and outdated; you will not want to eat here. We even had to supply our own drinking water because the well water was so smelly and tasted horrible. I have no idea how this house could be rented to anyone in this condition. I would have preferred sleeping outside in a tent. BTW, even the tree house was dirty and crammed with furniture!

This is my home. It is no longer a guesthouse. There are no commercial venues here. Please respect…read moremy privacy.

Like staying in a Fairy Tale!…read more Lot's a room to host a large group of friends or family. The kitchen (aka Heart of The Home) is large enough to accommodate everyone. Location is close to town but also far enough away so you feel you are at a peaceful escape (away from the hustle and bustle of NYC). PS: Look for the dress up box if you want to make memories!

I've stayed here on two occasions when work has brought me to Kingston. My stays were 6 weeks each,…read more(though I know Kerry is happy to accommodate weekend and shorter-stay guests). The apartment is gorgeous and spacious. It has the artistic, curated, luxurious touches of a hotel while still providing all the comforts of home. Uptown Kingston is beautiful and vibrant, with lots of bars, restaurants, banks, galleries, shops, farmers markets and coffee places all within a 5 minute walk. We had cars with us, and street parking (while tricky to find sometimes) is free at night and on weekends, plus there's a free municipal lot right down the street. Kerry and his wife are absolutely phenomenal hosts. They are endlessly helpful and friendly. An amazing place to stay, can't recommend it enough!

From the owner: NEW! Spacious, chic and comfortable three bedroom apartment is your perfect launching pad to…read moreenjoy Kingston's new vibe . Just steps from Uptown's fabulous eateries, taverns and specialty stores. "Studio 286" for short or extended stays. Studio 286 is a perfectly located apartment on the corner of John and Fair Streets in the heart of Uptown Kingston and accommodates up to 6 people. Three bedrooms , a large sitting room and fully equipped gourmet kitchen - a 1650 square foot oasis in the middle of Uptown Kingston's exciting Stockade District with all the amazing restaurants, cafes, taverns and boutique stores literally on your doorstep. The apartment is freshly renovated and decorated - a mixture of old world charm and the latest European design. It has all the mod cons, with brand new appliances, clean and comfortable bedrooms, each perfect for a couple or single person and 55 inch flat screen tv with free movies via Netflix in the expansive living room. No car required- Kingston is served by regular Trailways bus service direct from Port Authority in NYC and then it is a short stroll from the Trailways terminal to Studio 286 where you can pretty much walk to everything.

Wonderful venue for wedding. The view is great and the venue is spacious to host both outdoor and…read moreindoor ceremony. The indoor space has a bar, a dance section, a billiard table (tho not official and a bit lower in height), room that you can serve food to guests, and hang out with friends. The outdoor space is large enough for host a ceremony, it has some tables and seats and tree with a swing. I'd say the view outdoors is pretty beautiful, specially at night. I think this can be a good venue to have celebs in. Definitely recommend it : )

We can't say enough about how wonderful our experience was at Vanderbilt Lakeside. Henrietta and…read moreMatt spared no effort to make us feel comfortable, relaxed and at home in their beautiful space. And yes, it is truly beautiful! It retains the charm of an older estate but with modern amenities. For example, during our wedding weekend, it was extremely hot outside, so we were somewhat limited in doing outdoor activities during the day. Regardless, we were able to enjoy ourselves inside, with the spacious rooms, ample seating and indoor activities, and music throughout the space. We also had a great time doing karaoke! We loved that guests who wanted to go to sleep early could. The upstairs rooms are private, quiet and well-air-conditioned. And we loved that they each had their own bathroom! We also appreciated Henrietta, Matt and their team's efforts to make sure the catered dinner was a success. The food was incredible. We loved having the option to pick from so many dishes, and all of them were fantastic. Having them handle everything allowed us to just focus on the wedding and enjoy spending time together. Maybe the thing we appreciated most of all was how quickly they dealt with any requests or (minor) issues that came up. They felt like our partners throughout the weekend, responding quickly to questions and never making us feel like we were burdening them. At the end of the weekend, a few attendees remarked that they were thinking about doing a future event at Vanderbilt, because they loved it so much. We recommend Vanderbilt Lakeside without reservation!

Nice location, average experience!!…read more I visited Riverside Cafe & Lodge mainly for the setting, and the riverside view was definitely the highlight. It's a peaceful spot and a nice place to relax, especially if you enjoy outdoor seating. The food was okay overall--some items were enjoyable, while others felt fairly basic and could use more flavor. Service was friendly, though a bit slow at times, especially when the place got busy. Overall, Riverside Cafe & Lodge is a decent stop if you're nearby and want to enjoy the scenery. With more consistency in food quality and faster service, it could be much better.

A reason to celebrate…read more Have driven by many times and cant believe we never stopped. We started with salad (generous portion for two) and the Burrata and Heirloom tomatoes which were amazing. My wife had the NY strip steak which was cooked perfectly (medium) and delicious. I had the fresh trout which fell off of the bones and was served over rice. We finished with Bread Pudding (cognac sauce) and Pecan/Turtle pie. Took leftovers from both home to enjoy again later. A must stop!

Had an amazing time a couple of weeks ago when we needed to disconnect from the realities of city…read moreliving. Quiet, quaint and peaceful in a quiet little town-Mike and his wife were great hosts and pointed us on the right direction. All the best to both of them and all who spend some time in the cabin.

Each time I have stayed at Emerald Forest Bungalows, I have been thrilled at the ease of the quick…read morerelaxing getaway from New York City. I already look forward to my return trips for lounging at the cabins, swimming in the salt water pool, exploring all the amazing scenic hiking options nearby, and checking out more wineries.

It had been two years since my last visit to the Hudson Millener. My wife and I were pleasantly…read morePleased to discover the Milliner was even better than before. After a great night's sleep, I said, " Shall we sleep in late?" "Hmmm." The best.

Had another wonderful weekend at the Hudson Milliner recently and wanted to provide a review of…read moreanother beautiful apartment - the Fedora. It was a great apartment in the rear of the building - with lovely sunny view of the alley. The kitchen was great to convene for a quick dinner and the bathroom is lovely with its clawfoot bathtub. Apart with some minor noise from mail trucks at the local post office the apartment was quiet and cozy. Hudson Milliner is centrally located to most of the shops and restaurants and was walking distance to the train. We had a great time and had the pleasure to meet the hosts.

Fantastic experience from start to finish - had a nice brunch here and it was exactly what we…read morewanted - love the atmosphere and the food is always excellent. Service is top notch! Burrata is a top choice for us, and loved the avocado toast.

We went to the Lodge Steakhouse for the first time after several wonderful meals at the Cantina…read more The setting was absolutely breathtaking. We felt like we were walking through a fairytale-like winter wonderland in Idaho or Jackson Hole. It had just snowed and truly looked magical. Perfect landscape design and and lighting. The dining room itself is equally elegant, decor is on point, upscale and super-tasteful, and atmosphere is fantastic. We were SO excited about the drinks, wine and food menus. Ordered liberally to try a lot of different things, and... womp womp. While the plating and presentation of all we ordered was perfect, the taste did not rise to the level of the presentation. The martini had a strange undertone, The Pinot was thin and underwhelming. The oysters all had pieces of shell in them from how they were shucked that then had to be fished out from one's palate (and there's no way to do that that's not awkward at a full table). The octopus was overcooked. They serve garlic biscuits, which were tasty but we didn't finish them bc no one was blown away. The duck - skin was scored properly but not given enough time time crisp or pan not hot enough, so served soggy, tho the meat was done correctly. All dishes sat upon a turnip puree, with the duck having additional (also soggy veggies), and the steak having additional shredded cabbage. French fries came out nearly cold but in a nice metal basket lined with parchment. They looked perfect and then the bite was, well, not hot. Mashed potatoes were good. Presented well. Perhaps the highlight of the evening? The service was very good, by the way. Staff was fantastic. It's just that something was a near miss on the food... very heavy handed, the unique tastes and freshness of the ingredients cooked out of many... a very different experience than had in the cantina, where the food has been perfect each time. 2 Coffees, 2 sodas, 1 martini and one glass of wine, 2 apps, 3 entrees, and one dessert with standard tip came out to just under $500. It's a lot for an underwhelming meal. Food wise, if I were to recommend a fine dining establishment where the food is superlative for the same price, I'd say Hudson House in Nyack, hands down. While they don't have the same ethereal setting, the culinary aspect cannot be beat. They do have oysters that are shucked correctly and a killer steak au poivre with pomme frites that's incredible. Perhaps we'll try this place again in the future. Not sure if it's new? Only just learned about the Lodge Steakhouse part, so who knows. Summary: Overall, gorgeous setting, food presentation. Staff service: lovely, actual taste of each dish: meh.