If you’re headed upstate New York for some weekend family fun, be sure to check out these five fun events.

Ducthess County Fair in Rhinebeck NY  8/23 - 28

For six days each August, the bucolic fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck plays host to nearly half a million patrons. Entertainment includes Brigade Action Sports Extreme, Third Eye Blind, Hotel California (The Original Eagles Tribute Band) and tons of things for the kids like: Commerford’s Petting Zoo and Six Pony Hitch, Rosaire’s Racing Pigs, Dock Diving Dogs, Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean and the Mad Science Show.

Summer Hoot - August 26 -28  / The Ashokan Center - 477 Beaverkill Road  Olivebridge, NY

The Summer Hoot includes 3 days of world-class music on two…

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Welcome! Today we are excited to launch The Real Deal, a new series of exclusive interviews with people who work in the real estate space in the Hudson Valley. We'll share interviews with interior designers, home stagers, architects, landscapers, contractors, art dealers, owners of boutique stores -  and anyone that has a hand in making a property or home the best it could be. 

We launch our series with Gwen Snyder of The Nest Design offering professional, affordable and gorgeous Home Staging and Redesign services to The Hudson Valley, Central New York, NYC and beyond. Join us as Gwen takes us on her journey from one day asking, “Home Staging? What is that???â€Âť to building a sought after business as a stager composing harmonious spaces…

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Lined with enormous trees and perfectly preserved 300-year-old limestone houses, old Hurley’s Main Street is the center of this historic town. On the second Saturday of each July, many of these structures – all private homes – are open to the public for Stone House Day.

In addition to historic stone houses, you’ll find charming cottages and affordable ranch-style homes in Hurley, where you can cook up a meal with produce freshly picked that day at a farmers’ market. It’s the perfect place to get away from the stress of the city, but still be near enough to commute.

West of Kingston, NY, the town of Hurley is a nature-lovers dream. Situated in Ulster County, which boasts 350 miles of hiking trails, Hurley is inside the Catskill…

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There are sweeping changes going on in Kingston NY. Take a look at our latest blog post that shares an overview of this dynamic town (LINK). Often referred to as “little Brooklyn” in the Hudson valley - there is a migration of Millennials bringing an injection of “cool” to this town. Imagine setting up a full-time or weekend residence in any one of these lovely homes.

109 Albany Avenue, Kingston / $339.9K - Check out full listing HERE
Stunning Queen Anne/ Craftsman Victorian Gem on historic Albany Avenue, has been admired by thousands over the decades, can now become your treasured home, and/or stunning office. The detailed construction would cost more than double the list price to reproduce today. 

53 Alison Court, Kingston / $675K -…

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Once the capital of New York State, Kingston is a vibrant city brimming with natural beauty and exciting new developments – it’s no wonder many New Yorkers are heading upstate. Bustling with small tech firms, eclectic stores, cafes and a lively arts scene, Kingston is lovingly dubbed “Little Brooklyn.”

This welcoming, walkable city – situated between the Catskill and Shawangunk mountain ranges and the Hudson River â€“  has something for everyone, from history buffs to outdoorsy types. You’ll find walking tours, live music, kayaking, hiking, shopping, festivals and more here.    

The distinctive neighborhoods of Kingston offer residents and visitors a vast selection of abodes –  from Victorian to contemporary homes. History…

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Stone Ridge is a charming historic hamlet filled with farm stands, inns, cafes, antique shops and of course, stunning stone houses. Our very own agents Maxine and Barbara live in Stone Ridge and share their top 10 reasons to live there.

  1. Tucked away, small, sophisticated town – a favorite weekender’s destination, a true gem! 
  2. Miles of hiking, kayaking and fishing on 3 rivers
  3. Surrounded by protected farmland, mountains, streams and thousands of forever wild acres.
  4. Farm fresh Brunch at the Roost http://www.theroostinstoneridge.com/
  5. Local events like the annual Stone Ridge Library Fair filled with books, plants, hand-crafted items, live music & mouth-watering food
  6. Shopping at The Lost & Found – for fab mid-century finds! 3955…

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This Saugerties NY property truly sparkles with a long private road surrounded by nearly 10 idyllic acres leading to a spacious cobblestone-fronted contemporary. It's a diamond in the rough, but so much potential!

And get this - not only will you have privacy, mountain views, and woods; you also have your very own deep pond stocked with Pickerel, Perch & small mouth Bass. Yes, you can fish from your backyard!

Inside find a spacious living room with beamed and vaulted ceiling, with a lovely floor to ceiling stone fireplace. A soaring wall of windows offers full views of the mountains & pond.

An open plan kitchen/dining/family room with a beamed, vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace and well-placed windows allowing for lots of…

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July 4th is just around the corner - what a great weekend to visit and experience the Hudson Valley. Between the flea markets and farmer’s markets, swimming holes and hiking trails, and of course, the BBQs and fireworks - you’ll get a good sense of what's like to live here. With that said, grilling and fourth of July go hand in hand; so gather round, turn up the tunes and let's start cooking. Here are a few inspiring recipes to kickstart your backyard bash. And don't forget to keep an eye out for the beauty of fireflies in July. 

For lighter fare - how about this Asian BBQ Salmon dish paired with a deliciously light Shaved Fennel Cucumber Salad. And for the more patriotic - if your family loves American fare on July 4th, how about upping your…

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Walkway Over the Hudson

Sit under the stars in the Hudson Valley and experience the explosive joy of Independence Day!  Here is a list of a few locations that will light up the night:

Saugerties / Cantine Memorial Field, Saugerties  / Saturday, July 4 - Fireworks at dusk (FREE) 

Kingston
 / T.R. Gallo Park on the Rondout, Downtown Kingston
 (FREE)  / Saturday, July 4. Festivities starts at 6 PM and fireworks at 9:30 PM

Windham / Windham Mountain (FREE) / Saturday, July 4, 6-9 PM

And they also offer a sky ride: Could you imagine sitting atop Windham Mountain, watching the stars and viewing 4th of July fireworks and the town of Windham from 3500 feet? $50 Per couple. All Sky Rides must be pre purchased by July 1st to reserve…

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You've planned the perfect weekend getaway in the Hudson Valley. Sweet.  After a day of hiking and a great meal (click each to see a list of pet friendly places), its now time to rest your weary head - and that of your favorite pooch. Where are the pet friendly B&B's and Hotels in the area? Check out our list of B&Bs and boutique hotels: 

Audrey's Farmhouse B&B / Walkill NY

A super sweet spot for your weekend getaway! Check out their website to experience their relaxing, yet stylin' country vibe. Both you and your pet(s) will adore this place. Audrey’s Farmhouse B&B website doesn’t say much about the place so we turned to a trusted source: EscapeBrooklyn.com website for more details. "Last fall, Audrey’s Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast…

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