I will never have words adequate enough to describe my experience at Sanctuary. I came across…read moreSanctuary when I was looking for somewhere special to spend my 30th birthday. I emailed the owner (Kerry) and we then spent an hour talking on the phone. She was warm and genuine and I felt as if I were listening to a travel essay. I was intoxicated first by the photos and then by her description and her passion. I opted not to spend my 30th at Sanctuary because I took my now Partner of 2.5 years there for our first weekend away. I had told her about Sanctuary on our earliest dates, but surprised her. When we pulled up on the snowy night she said, "Is that your church?" I was so intoxicated by the experience that I blurted out "I'm falling in love with you" when I promised myself I would let the relationship grow organically. When we arrived, the entire church was lit with candles and the fire place was roaring. Kerry met us and showed us the lay of the land. Like I said, I will never have words adequate enough to describe the experience. I can say that I do not ever remember feeling that at peace, or having stayed in such a beautiful, calming place. It was a sanctuary - it was heavenly (I am not religious). We spent the entire weekend sitting by the fire, cooking in the gourmet chefs kitchen, reading books, drinking wine, napping, taking bathes in the clawfoot tub. We left only once the entire weekend to pick up some staples. We returned the next year. We agreed we would return every year that we could. We have stayed in touch with Kerry. We hope she will never sell the place. We look at the photos, but the photos (which are intoxicating) will never do this place any justice. You must sleep and wake up with sunlight pouring through the stain glass windows. You must enjoy every detail. Kerry did not miss anything and restored the place with passion and love. Thank you, Kerry!

a quick plug/shout out for an all-time favorite, righteously awesome, Zen, chill, sweet crib!!!…read morethis place has inspiration and mad vibes coursing through every molecule! lusciously decorated and infused with style by Kerry Cubas. quirky tidbits of taste-humour have been sprinkled throughout the place (see: the moose-lamp) which lends levity to fixtures such as the gothic windows and carved fireplace or the centuries-old, opium-steeped, room-sized bed. this place holds the ground as you transform within it...more than a sanctuary. a tonic for the soul.

Pros; Quaint cottage…read moreNice grounds Mile walk into Woodstock. Beautiful river with huge stones nearby. Walking trail on property to a lake and gazebo with chairs for relaxing. Clean,well appointed. Proprietors are very nice, friendly and Accommodating. Kitchen and outside grill on deck for those who want to save $$ by cooking themselves. A plus for this cottage is that the owners are dog friendly and made us feel welcome. Cons: Tiny shower Wifi was slow and did not always work I do not like air freshener.

From the owner: The perfect country getaway in Woodstock, New York. Ideal for couples, family, friends or solo…read moreretreats. Situated on 4.5 acres and is a 3-minute drive or a short walk away from downtown Woodstock. Great base for Catskills exploration.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

The owner of this property is not to be trusted. He rented our property and stopped paying rent…read morewithout explanation. Took months to evict him through the courts. He owes us a significant amount of money in unpaid rent and helped himself to a lot of our personal property when he moved out. He is unethical and NOT TO BE TRUSTED. Do NOT do business with this individual.

From the owner: Treat yourself to a romantic getaway or personal retreat in your own private hideaway overlooking…read morethe spectacular Woodstock Waterfall™ in the quaint and artsy village of Woodstock. Walk to galleries and boutiques, restaurants and cafes, theater and clubs ~ or simply relax on your railed deck overlooking the breathtaking falls! This newly-renovated and immaculate apartment is tastefully decorated with original art, crafts and home furnishings from Woodstock's Sweetheart Gallery. Prepare meals in your fully-equipped country kitchen with granite/butcher block countertops. Relax in your deep soaking tub surrounded by cool slate/glass tiles. Snuggle on the fold-out couch in the living room in front of the large flat-screen cable TV. Or slip away to the reading/writing nook and get lost in a book, your thoughts or the view! At night, stretch out on your queen-size bed with luxury linens, and fall asleep to the sound of crickets and falling water! Your Woodstock NY Vacation Rental features one bedroom with a queen bed, a comfy fold-out couch (sleeps four), a bathroom with a soaking tub and rain shower, and a fully equipped kitchen... spacious, private, convenient. It is one of Woodstock's most unique vacation home rentals.