rural, serene + sophisticated space

10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Red Hook, NY

Lake Taghkanic State Park8 min drive
Omega Institute21 min drive
Bard College24 min drive
Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Common area

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Downstairs "Master" Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

In the country, yet accessible to the Hudson River Valley's engaging towns. So many guests have a hard time leaving to go out and explore .... so beware! This is a great spot to never leave as well a launch pad....

YOU can use our sweet-spot as the sleep & cook spot for outdoor sporty adventure or a the stay and lounge serene escape. Plenty of folks come to the Gallatin Farmstead barn to sit by the fireplace and write!

The barn was reclaimed and reconfigured from a tumbledown but picturesque outbuilding. The interior was designed, built and furnished by the owners, who live in the farmhouse next door. (See photos for proximity). Lovely open spaces are seamlessly connected with smaller spaces ... which create nooks of privacy as well as places to gather.

The barn accommodates five guests. There are two queen beds and one pull-out sofa. One queen and the sofa-bed are in the communal space. The other upstairs bedroom can be closed off. The downstairs bedroom, one queen, provides greater privacy.

Well behaved dogs (2 max) are allowed and need to mentioned to us before booking. There is a small fee per night/per dog.

Before booking VRBO will present our "house rules" which you will be asked to agree to before paying.
Importantly are noise considerations for us and our neighbors: no partying. The maximum number of guests is limited to the number entered during the reservation. The base price is for 2 guests. Lastly, photo, film shoots, or other commercial activity are not permitted unless a negotiated price has been established and paid prior to arrival. Please read the rental agreement as well as the entire description before booking - thank you! We look forward to having you here!

Property manager

Gregg Salisbury

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

10$/dog/night. Well-behaved dogs only. Notify us.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Aluminum pot is outside for outside smoking only.

Please see rental agreement for full list of house rules.

Smoking is allowed outside only. Butts must be disposed of in the aluminum pot at the bottom of the barn deck stairs.

No cooking food (e.g. marshmallows, hot dogs) of any sort in the indoor fireplace. The outdoor fire pits are for that, ty.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Red Hook

Located in Red Hook, this holiday home is in a rural area. Montgomery Place and Clermont State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forge State Forest and Taconic State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Northern Dutchess Botanical Gardens and Village Books. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Red Hook, NY

What's nearby

Lake Taghkanic State Park - 8 min drive
Omega Institute - 21 min drive
Dutchess County Fairgrounds - 24 min drive
Bard College - 24 min drive
HITS-on-the-Hudson - 42 min drive

Getting around

Rhinecliff-Kingston Station - 25 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Moose On The Loose Sandwich Shop - 8 min drive
Cider Bros Roadhouse - 10 min drive
Jenny's Bar-B-Q - 9 min drive
Lia's Moutain View Restaurant - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is rural, serene + sophisticated space pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at rural, serene + sophisticated space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at rural, serene + sophisticated space?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is rural, serene + sophisticated space located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Gallatin Town Hall, Lake Taghkanic State Park, and Lake Carvel. Stissing Lake Park and Thompson Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

12 May 2024

Liked: Amenities

A beautifully curated barn overlooking a picturesque landscape. Gregg, the owner, really cares and wants to make sure you have everything you need. We stayed over a weekend when we were attending a wedding in the area. It was so nice to have a place to relax amidst all the festivities. The birdsong and bullfrog chorus led us to some of the soundest sleep we’ve enjoyed in a long time.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

2 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Amazing creatively renovated barn! Don’t miss the vintage pinball machine in the basement.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holly S., Wilmington, DE

1 Apr 2016

Romantic get away with outdoor activities for our dogs

From the second I walked in the door I was in love with rustic, industrial style of the entire place. Gregg and Molly utilized every inch of the barn perfectly. I was actually happy when we woke on Monday morning to rain, because we took full advantage of the wood burning fire place located in the center of the main living space. I wish I could post a photo I took that Monday morning. The master bedroom downstairs couldn't be any more romantic with it's own fireplace and 3 floor to ceiling window/doors that open onto a little deck. The barn feels so private and secluded yet a matter a minutes away driving you are in little quaint towns with shopping, bars and restaurants. I am going to incorporate a number of their style into my own home. We took the dogs hiking up some mountain, the views from the top... absolutely breath taking. We found a dog friendly Brewery called Sloop in Elizaville, that had live music. We ventured two nights in Rhinebach had dinner Le Petite and Terrapin (excellent), hit a local little bar - Liberty. You would have thought you were in New York City with this little bar. We visited CIA (Culinary Institute of America) and ate at a recommended restaurant Brassiere 292 in Poughkeepsie, a French style place and the atmosphere reflected it. I will make up a reason to have to go back if I have too.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jess R.

26 Nov 2015

Amazing stay - we would love to return

A beautiful and lovingly restored barn with hand-crafted design at every corner of the property. We loved our stay from start to finish, thank you so much to the owners, Molly and Gregg. We were a group of 4 seeking a beautiful spot to catch up as a family, to unwind and to enjoy the countryside. It was a really special get away - - to celebrate my 30th birthday with my family in mid-November. We will be recommending the property to our friends and relatives. We would also love to return ourselves. There was plenty of space for us to relax together and enjoy the barn's beautiful interiors and views onto the woodland. We really enjoyed the layout of the barn - with beautiful decking, opening onto the spacious sitting, dining, and kitchen area with the much loved wood burner as a center piece. There are plenty of other cozy spaces to sit, read, paint, nap and enjoy viewpoints. These are found in special nooks and special landings (I think children would also really like these). Also, beautiful artwork, up-cycled wooden frames and shelving throughout. The bedrooms were very comfortable and beautifully designed. I keep using the word beautiful in this review, but it really is the best word to describe the barn! The immediate landscape is beautiful too and we enjoyed walking close to the barn. With more days, we would have explored further afield too - the barn is in easy reach of lots of great trecks etc. Otherwise, the listing description is entirely accurate. The barn is extremely well-maintained, clean and with all the amenities listed. As a family, we enjoy cooking on holiday, so perhaps the only thing missing for us is a large sided dish for roasting or baking. Otherwise, the kitchen was extremely well equipped and the oven was brilliant. We were also really impressed by the solar panels installed. Truly, this barn has been so well designed. To finish, the owners are lovely, providing helpful instructions ahead of our trip and a very warm welcome. Available on site should we have needed anything. So we would like to return!!! Again as a family or with a group of friends. Either in the winter months to make use of the incredible fire places or in the summer months to make use of the beautiful outdoor deck and fire pit areas. We really look forward.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jess R.

26 Nov 2015

A beautiful and lovingly restored barn with hand-crafted design at every corner of the property

A beautiful and lovingly restored barn with hand-crafted design at every corner of the property. We loved our stay from start to finish, thank you so much to the owners, Molly and Gregg. We were a group of 4 seeking a beautiful spot to catch up as a family, to unwind and to enjoy the countryside. It was a really special get away - - to celebrate my 30th birthday with my family in mid-November. We will be recommending the property to our friends and relatives. We would also love to return ourselves. There was plenty of space for us to relax together and enjoy the barn's beautiful interiors and views onto the woodland. We really enjoyed the layout of the barn - with beautiful decking, opening onto the spacious sitting, dining, and kitchen area with the much loved wood burner as a center piece. There are plenty of other cozy spaces to sit, read, paint, nap and enjoy viewpoints. These are found in special nooks and special landings (I think children would also really like these). Also, beautiful artwork, up-cycled wooden frames and shelving throughout. The bedrooms were very comfortable and beautifully designed. I keep using the word beautiful in this review, but it really is the best word to describe the barn! The immediate landscape is beautiful too and we enjoyed walking close to the barn. With more days, we would have explored further afield too - the barn is in easy reach of lots of great tecks etc. Otherwise, the listing description is entirely accurate. The barn is extremely well-maintained, clean and with all the amenities listed. As a family, we enjoy cooking on holiday, so perhaps the only thing missing for us is a large sided dish for roasting or baking. Otherwise, the kitchen was extremely well equipped and the oven was brilliant. We were also really impressed by the solar panels installed. Truly, this barn has been so well designed. To finish, the owners are lovely, providing helpful instructions ahead of our trip and a very warm welcome. So we would like to return!!! Again as a family or with a group of friends. Either in the winter months to make use of the incredible fire places or in the summer months to make use of the beautiful outdoor deck and fire pit areas. We really look forward.

About the host

Hosted by Gregg Salisbury

We fell for each other in Minnesota ... then we fell for the Hudson River Valley ... then we .... bought (financed) the property we could afford and turned it into something extraordinary. The process of renovating and "imagining"
the barn into the breathtaking space that it is took five years, countless Craigslist searches and buys, a few disagreements ;) and much work. We are in the process of becoming as energy-efficient as we can afford, which has included the installation of a wood-boiler, mini splits and solar panels.

Why they chose this property

The farmhouse and barn were part of a much larger farm that tended the fields all the way down to the river across the road from us, and the hill pastures behind the home beyond the visible ridgeline. Before that, it was land lived on by the Mahicans, the Algonquian-speaking North American Indian tribe of what is now the upper Hudson River valley.

We are located in a place that truly feels rural yet is close to necessities and luxuries. Gallatin is also a region where you will really begin to feel close to the hills of the Taconic Range and Berkshires.

What makes this property unique

• Tucked in a rural valley, yet accessible to Rhinebeck, Hudson, Red Hook, Chatham, Millerton, and several more, our carefully re-crafted old barn is a serene & beautiful getaway. The barn is a bespoke, one-of-a-kind gorgeous space that at once feels cozy yet bright. It has reclaimed beams and a soaring ceiling. An antique ceramic sink and a centrally-located cylindrical see-through fireplace. The space creates an open, connected feeling while still offering hidden nooks for curling up with a good book. The big windows open to an upward sloping meadow, a veritable bird sanctuary much of the year.
• The barn has a loft with fisher-price toys and a game room with pinball and ping-pong. As a getaway, the vacation can start right away ... and you may not want to leave!