Located in the middle of nowhere on Rte 28, heading to Phoenicia, you'll come across one of the…read moremost interesting and creative stores known to man. It's hard to miss the Aliens, Martians, Spacecraft and Rocket Ships which adorn the roadside lawn. Head inside, and it's just as incredible. All types of indoor sculptures and furniture, made by local artists, ranging from tables, lamps, clocks, shelves, robots and more aliens. I stumbled upon this place about 10 years ago, and I was delighted to see it still open; and thriving. Even if you aren't in the market to buy, don't pass this by. It's really out of this world !! Try and find the Frankenstein tissue box that lights up.

We have passed this business for the last 3 years on the highway and decided to stop in today. We…read morehad family in town and thought it would be something cool to see and for possible purchases once I lick my wounds from Christmas. Anyhow, we weren't in the space even 10 mins (there is a lot to see!) and the artist kicked us out. Verbatim said, "you need to leave" and "I need to go back to work". Maybe we caught him on an off day? But there are Google reviews that say the same. My son who is 8 and an inspiring artist himself was sketching some of the work- and this was just such a poor way to handle his interest. If you see something you like, better to purchase it online lest you be disappointed by meeting the maker.

You're in for a treat when you come to Reservoir Antique Mall (not far from the well-known Ashokan…read moreReservoir) on NY-28 in Shokan, NY. You'll notice is an interesting hodge-podge balance of timeless antique china, alongside rare furniture, 1970s cookbooks, vases, costume jewelry, a lot of knickknacks and perfect retro decor. Their 2nd fl., is similar with more furniture pieces. I actually found interesting decor pieces than anything. The owner and her family had a sale going on during the Thanksgiving weekend where you bought a regular priced item and got the other for 1/2 off. Best of all, the owner was willing to offer me a bargain on an item I was eyeing. This is a treasure trove and might probably leave with something. Remember, it's only CA$H, and Venmo(?).

This historic Woodstock gem is a "must see." Lots of locals refer to it as "our happy place."…read more It's part kitchen supply, home decor, part patio furniture store, part gift store. I've never walked into the shop and not found exactly what I was looking for. The staff is knowledgeable and eager to help. If, on the off chance, they don't have something in stock you need, they'll order it and get it to you almost immediately. . Plus! They gift wrap whether it's a bar of French Shea butter soap or a Le Creuset Dutch oven. This my favorite store ever.

My husband and I visited this charming store over this weekend and we LOVE it! Since it's a…read moreslightly off from the Woodstock main shopping area, we never had a chance to check it out. What a surprise to see such a great selection of kitchen stuff and nice gift Items - they're well curated. We found a perfect salad bowl (the store had several to choose from) - a good find with the owner's help!

Woodstock Hardware, on Tinker St., is the store for you if you're looking for a complete shopping…read moreexperience as they have a gazillion products that can fulfill nearly any homeowner's needs spanning two floors and every inch of the space here is used. The 1st floor has locks for doors, bathroom items, tools, painter's tape, light bulbs, as well as pest control products, even paint swatches and so many other items. The second floor also sticks more hardware items but, you'll also find storage bins, kitchen and bathroom items including liquid hand soap. I just named a few items- but again, Woodstock Hardware will seriously help you if you're in a jam. As for prices, well.....we paid for convenience. Not complaining. The young gentleman who helped tremendously the day we visited was very pleasant and offered excellent advice when we needed it. Plus hubs and I were impressed by how this hardware store is practically a one stop-shop for almost any home situation.

Woodstock hardware is an amazing old fashioned, ( ie easy to find what you need store) where you…read moredon't need to walk 500 isles to find it! The day I ran into the store Mike walked me to everything I came in for and man he is the best employee any store has ever had! I love this store and will be shopping here whenever I am in Woodstock!!!

Cool shop overlooking the waterfall in the center of Woodstock. They had an assortment of gifts,…read morejewelry and even some clothes. Definitely worth a stop.

From the owner: Still Life paintings by Woodstock, NY artist Lila Bacon, Raku pottery, Art Pottery and sculpture by…read moreNorman Bacon, Paintings by Woodstock, NY area artists, National and local contemporary craft.

Buyer Beware. In my past 30 years of various home improvements and renovations, I've usually been…read morevery happy with the people and businesses I've dealt with. Marigold Home was a glaring exception. If you buy something in the shop, with a price tag on it, you'll be fine. But if you get into any ordering with them, WATCH OUT! I attempted to buy Hunter Douglas window treatments from them. I'd bought them for our apartment in Brooklyn and was very happy with the entire experience. The experience with Marigold Home was completely different. Most businesses, when you're placing a special order, will write up a quote, detailing what you're purchasing and how much you'll pay for it. Not Marigold. They don't want to give you that because they say people might take that and go elsewhere for a better price. It was my mistake for not stopping right there. I allowed myself to be gullible and believe they were an honest business. After they took my deposit and placed the order, only then, and only after I requested it three more times, was I given a printed quote. Even then, it wasn't as detailed as what I'd gotten from the dealer in Brooklyn (L.W.P. Home Products) before they'd asked for any money from me. Just to assure myself Marigold's price was somewhere in the ball park (because it had seemed so expensive right from the start), I submitted a request to LWP, without telling them I'd already had a quote, because I didn't want LWP to give me a competitive quote, just the usual quote they would give. They did so right away, and it was literally HALF the price Marigold was charging. (I called LWP then and told them what was going on. They said they could arrange a local installer to do the installation. If only I'd called them first, I'd never have had to have this awful experience!!!! But of course it was too late by then, as I'd already been fleeced of my deposit.) Most, if not all, Hunter Douglas dealerships give discounts off the "Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price." Not Marigold. Not only don't they give any discount, they also add exorbitant installation costs ($400 for approximately one hour's work) and "freight" charges (around $200) that I wasn't charged for by the other dealer. In the end, I was so disgusted with Marigold that I didn't take the shades. I paid the deposit, which covered their costs with Hunter Douglas, their "freight," Maria's time in coming to my house to measure my 7 small windows (four of which were all the same size anyway), and left enough over for Maria and her husband to have several expensive dinners out. That was about $1500., but it would have cost me another $1500. to have the shades. It was a painful and expensive lesson in being gullible, but I will never make that mistake again. I will eventually deal with the shades the way I have in the past, by going to Home Depot and ordering shades which I will install myself. Unfortunately. There are other local dealerships for Hunter Douglas - and whatever other products Marigold Home carries - and I strongly suggest you check around before ordering anything from Marigold.

From the owner: This destination store provides comprehensive residential, corporate, hospitality and retail…read moreinterior design services to customers both in the Hudson Valley as well as in New York City. Marigold Home, Inc. offers interior design products to complement its design consulting services ranging from furniture, lighting, custom draperies, re-upholstery and slipcovers, designer fabrics, carpets, area rugs and rug cleaning, fine art prints, custom picture framing, home decor accessories and specialty gifts. Marigold Home, Inc. also offers an exclusive Gallery collection of distinctly designed window fashions by Hunter Douglas.

Yesterday, Alex R repaired my appliance, and I couldn't be happier with the experience from start…read moreto finish. He called ahead to confirm his arrival window and showed up right on time - no waiting around all day wondering when he'd show, which I really appreciated. Modern appliances are packed with electronic parts that are often hidden and hard to access, making repairs tricky. Alex R handled my appliance's repair issue with patience, professionalism, and impressive problem-solving skills. He was also courteous, easy to talk to, and left the area spotless. It's rare to find someone who combines expertise, honesty, and great communication, but Alex R checks every box. If you need appliance repair, ask for him specifically - highly recommend!

We live in a world that's increasingly dominated by giant corporations. They succeed because they…read moreare everywhere, they often make it easy to shop with them, and because they can often undercut the smaller local spots when it comes to prices. I made the mistake of ordering a gas range from one of these giant corporations, and it turned out to be a giant problem. They delivered but couldn't handle the installation, and then they couldn't take the stove with them, and then the guys who came to pick it up were rude and caused more issues, etc. So I did what I should've done, and I called Earl B. Feiden, and they helped me out, and solved my problem. I got to talk to an actual person (thanks Ken!), and I laid out what I needed (a gas range in a non-standard size), and where the potential problem might arise (it needed to be converted to propane), and they handled it like pros. Sometimes it may cost you a little more time and a tiny bit more hassle (if you consider talking to an actual person a hassle, not a pleasure like I do) to go with the smaller shop, but I highly recommend buying local. It worked out for me with Earl B. Feiden. And in the end, the range I got ended up being cheaper than the one from the big box store anyway.