This is a fantastic choice for those visiting the New Paltz/Minnewaska/Monhonk area. Here's why:

1. The cottage could not be more comfortable and is really pretty. While the structure dates from the 1840's, it has recently been completely gut renovated. It therefore has excellent central air heating, which kept us toasty warm in every room, including the bathroom, on our January visit. While photo shows a low-slung building, in fact the living room has a cathedral ceiling with skylights, through which you see the tree tops and the sky. In fact, the whole interior is sunny, with windows framing pretty views to the outdoors in every room. The kitchen is small but wonderfully designed and has everything. Last but not least, we all loved the subtle but stylish interior decoration! During the renovation, every detail of the decoration was carefully considered, with lovely art work, comfortable and beautiful bedding, soft throws, and appealing rugs everywhere. A lot of thought must have been put into choosing the colors and making sure all the elements in each room would work harmoniously together. Just lovely...

2. The Farm. Again, the photos do not do this justice, and the farm came as quite a surprise. I wouldn't call this an average farm. All the 19th century farm buildings have been impeccably restored, with sobriety and elegance. As for the barn where one can ride, it is a beautiful, brand-new structure, and spotlessly clean, decorated with all the ribbons and trophies won by the champion horses that are bred here on the farm. While riding is not my field, I would think this would be a great place for serious, professional riders, or people competing at the national level. The facilities seem to be state of the art. However, the owners are very modest and seek above all to communicate to others their love of horses and other animals, and the last thing they would seem to want would be for people to be intimidated by the superb riding facilities!

3. Nature. Last but not least, this is one of the best places I have found to enjoy the Shawangunk Mountains and the beautiful countryside around New Platz. Here you are but minutes away from town, but also in the middle of nature, basically at the foot of the ridge, with a very short drive to Minnewaska state park, and maybe 15-20 mn at most to Mohonk and all its trails. The farm itself is spectacular, with breathtaking views of the Gunks, and wildlife.