We have been going to Play Haven for over a two years and can't recommend it enough. The staff is…read morealways so so gentle, attentive, and really engage with the kids. Erin keeps the activities rotating so there's always something new. A drop in care center is such an amazing resource to have here for families in the Hudson Valley.

From the owner: Play Haven offers a variety of play experiences inside and outside for families living, working, or…read morevisiting the Hudson Valley. Play Haven specializes in free play within a respectful, caring community. With options like drop & play, you can be sure that your child will be well cared for and have so much fun while you get to check some things off your to-do list. Stay & play offers families an opportunity to visit our space and use our toys & supplies together. Visit our website for current schedules and even more ways to play!

Great new performance space and terrific sound -- for inaugural performance by the dynamo Felice…read moreBrothers. It's a (nice, airy) room on the third floor of a former school up stairs and standing with 450 others and a bar for beer and water. And really good sound!

Fantastic place for a comfortable casual inclusive environment. Loved the diverse ages in the the…read moreroom.

We absolutely loved the ambiance and breathtaking mountain views. We had no idea such a beautiful…read moreplace existed and were so impressed by its charm. The service was wonderful, and the food was unique and true to the region. It's the perfect spot whether you're enjoying a casual drink, taking a scenic walk, or sharing a special moment with friends or someone special. The wildflowers scattered across the property added to the sense of tranquility, making everything come together for a beautifully memorable experience in great company.

Resort excellence. This place is a dream. I had the…read moreprivilege of hosting a company offsite here in September and the entire planning process, to event execution, overall stay, staff support, onsite meals, and property was nothing short of spectacular. I was floored with the venue. Thank you to Christine, Meghan, Josh, Martin and the entire WFF staff who made the event a complete success. Absolutely loved this place and it's worth all the pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and bills you have! The Great Porch is a stunning communal area with giant fire, drinks, and views. The individual cabins are exceptionally appointed with great ambiance and direct access to the outdoors. All the food is top notch and delicious. So many options for events! I cannot say how amazing this place was. I am so glad it's in our area and I can go back!

Crested Hen Farm is a relatively new wedding and event venue about 20 miles south of Kingston, NY…read morein High Falls, NY. It is a very scenic site located along the banks of a river (stream/creek). We were there for an outdoor wedding which was held right on the banks of the stream. Benches were arranged to form a small amphitheater. The reception was hosted in and around the barn - with the bar in a covered section outside the barn and the main reception inside the barn. They also have a large fire pit and there was a bonfire later in the evening as the reception started to wind down. The staff was exceptional - very pleasant and seemed to be very accommodating of the guests. The food was good and the service was good - especially considering the size of the crowd. Overall, this is an impressive venue for a wedding. Very scenic and serene and the staff and service were great.

This could NOT have been a more perfect venue for our daughter's wedding! It is owned by Frank, a…read morewarm and generous man, who was readily available throughout the entire process of planning and then executing this very special occasion. Crested Hen Farms is located on a quiet, country road, and provided complete privacy for the event. Its property consists of large sprawling lawns and well-maintained gardens, and sits alongside a wide creek. The wedding ceremony took place right by the water, in the shade of two beautiful sycamore trees, both hundreds of years old. Then came the cocktail hour, with flowers everywhere and plenty of space for people to mingle. The reception was then held inside an old barn, beautifully cared for and extremely welcoming. Frank's crew had the floors and tables highly polished, chandeliers and soft lights lit up the room, and everything within felt "magical". After a delicious dinner, while many chose to dance, others wandered outdoors to sit by the fire pit, or chat in the well-lit large bar area. From the hors d'oeuvres, to the last bit of dessert, the food provided by Kevin and Patrice of EP Experience was fantastic. In addition to this wonderful venue, our fee included two large private houses across the street. Besides providing a place nearby for people to stay, it offered a wonderful After Party location, with a big lawn, chairs, and another fire pit. In every respect, Crested Hen Farms was, for us, the perfect place to celebrate our daughter's wedding.

If you were to choose between Rocking Horse Ranch and Great Wolf Lodge, it's an easy choice. Yes,…read moreRocking Horse Ranch is more expensive but there is an endless amount of activities for the kids to do. We came on the coldest weekend of the year but my kids had a blast skiing, snow tubing, horseback riding, pony rides, arcade, game room, playing laser tag, swimming in the pool, the outdoor hot tub, and the nightly shows. Food is included in the price and it is buffet style for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is not but you are more than welcome to order more and take things to go. There's snacks available between lunch and dinner but there's also hot chocolate/coffee available all day long with some pastries. The only downside were the rooms. They are connected so if you have loud neighbors, you won't be getting good sleep. Overall, my kids loved the place and want to go back soon. I guess we'll have to wait for another Black Friday deal.

We had a great stay at Rockinghorse Ranch! So many things for the kids to do, great decor, well…read morestaffed, and everyone was accommodating, helpful, and friendly. It was so fun to get to ride horses through the beautiful wintry woods. The ranch staff were incredibly knowledgeable and clearly cared for the horses with pride. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Food was kid friendly, but also fresh with lots of offerings for health and adult pallets. It was nice to have everything included and not worry about bringing a wallet or thinking about how much you're spending every day (aside from arcade and alcoholic beverages). It was also laid out really well and felt very safe so our 12-year-old could adventure out on her own and we felt completely comfortable with that. We would love to make it back!

I attended the Ashokan Center Acoustic Guitar Week and had a great time. Stayed in a private room…read morewith private bathroom and was happy with both. Ate a total of 11 meals there and enjoyed the food. The classes were great and I appreciated that all were an easy walk from my room. Beautiful area and wish I had more time to walk around the area, but spent all my time in class or playing guitar with friends. I'll planning to go back in 2025 and bring my wife with me this time.

We went to a friend's wedding her in August and it was wonderful. We didn't stay over because wine…read moreweren't a fan of the idea of sharing a bathroom. The setting itself is wonderful. And the wedding was fantastic. We lucked out with clear skies. It's a great place to have a more inclusive wedding with all ages. There must have been around 30 kids at the wedding we attended.

I love this place. We have a house in upstate New York that is about 20 minutes away from Skate…read moreTime and I take my kids at least once a month. My son loves the arcade and my daughter loves to skate and she has gotten so much better since we started going. 5 stars would 100% recommend coming!

First time visit…read more Friendly staff Music playing Lots of fun Food and drinks too Highly recommend !

My fiancé and I toured Stonehouse Gardens when we were looking for wedding reception spaces in the…read moreHudson Valley area. Deb and Steve were so welcoming and helpful in answering all of our questions, and their property is absolutely gorgeous. You can see the years of love and care that have gone into maintaining their house and its surrounding land over generations. One of their adorable cats even hopped along with us on our tour! While we ended up going with a different event space, closer to our ceremony site, I would recommend Stonehouse Gardens to anyone looking for a unique and rustic place to host an event, particularly if you are looking to be in the natural beauty of the outdoors. There were so many areas of the property that would have been lovely for photos, it would have been almost impossible to choose!

We had our wedding at Stonehouse Gardens last fall. Deb and Steve were wonderful. Their property…read moreis your canvas where you can have the DIY wedding of your dreams. We had a food truck and food stall, created our own outdoor cocktail hour area with strands of lights and a photo booth, and transformed the barn into an 80s disco. If you can dream it, Deb and Steve can help you make it happen. The venue itself is gorgeous! We had a perfect fall day and the lighting was wonderful for photos. Our guests still talk about how great Stonehouse Gardens was for a wedding. We highly recommend Stonehouse Gardens.

So good we came two days in a row on our 3 day trip to NY! The coffee was exceptional, and the…read morepastries were amazingly delicious. Highly recommend the cinnamon twist - it was flavorful and delectable. A cute little spot in the mountains that is worth the drive!

If I wait almost a half hour for a burger, that burger and fries should arrive hot. Instead they…read morearrived just barely warmer than room temp. If the cheese on my burger has already congealed, it took too long to get to me. The burger itself was tasty enough, but significantly smaller than the bun, and the amount of "dijonaise" was so little that it would not even spread on the entire bun and still be noticeable. They were equally stingy with the mayo I requested for my fries. The "all dressed" fries were also tasty, but were not crispy at all. Excellent idea, great work with the flavoring, but room temperature and soft. While my month-old craving for a burger has been satisfied, I doubt I will return.

We knew we wanted to get married at Senate Garage almost immediately after walking into it in June…read more2023--little did we know the venue came with an attentive and knowledgeable staff, most notably April. April was a dream to work with: So knowledgeable, helpful, and always available for both big and small questions/concerns. She even gave us the best last-minute decor suggestions during our ceremony rehearsal. We absolutely cannot imagine the wedding planning process without her! As for the space, we fell in love immediately. Senate Garage was the perfect in-between space for us: Not a ballroom or a barn or a loft space; a space that could be customized, but was absolutely stunning on its own. The exposed brick felt unique and the historic grounds felt so perfectly us. We walked away feeling like we found our venue. The venue comes with a few pieces of furniture, including stunning farm tables and chairs, and a few chairs and a sofa for extra seating! Our wedding was in early November so both the ceremony and reception were indoors. While the grounds are stunning, we absolutely loved our indoor ceremony. It felt very intimate. I had the tiniest bit of worry about having the room turnover between the ceremony and reception, but the Senate Garage staff (including our amazing caterer Bridge Creek Catering) were absolute pros. Everyone was absolutely shocked by how quickly everything was put perfectly into place. The bar service, which is handled through SG/April, was also incredible. We recommend working with quite a few of their preferred vendors, as they know the space extremely well and Senate Garage clearly does a great job of vetting the companies they work with. It will make your wedding process so much easier! Kingston has always had a special place in our hearts (one of our first dates was at a bar across the street), and we couldn't imagine a better place to get married in the city. April and her team at Senate Garage helped us throw the most perfect wedding that we will remember forever. We cannot thank them enough. If you're looking for a reception venue, look no further!

I attended a wedding at this venue as a groomsman. It's a gorgeous space, and there's so much you…read morecan do with it, including a large outdoor space (although we held our event indoors). Despite our event being a wedding, I could see this space used for corporate retreats, conferences, expos, etc -- I'm excited to see what other events are hosted here. It has a truly unique vibe that's unforgettable. We hired a 3rd party catering company who used the venue's kitchen -- they delivered an amazing meal to our guests. This venue also has access to a very nice park that is adjacent to the venue available during your event for a small additional fee. The venue allowed us access to special parking the day before the event for set up and decoration. For guests, there's street parking and a large municipal parking lot close to the venue. I'll reiterate, the space is gorgeous! It has an extremely unique vibe that made our event unforgettable.