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Who doesn't love a good scream on Halloween? Or perhaps you'd prefer a peek into your future with fortune tellers and tarot card readings, or to gaze at beautifully carved pumpkins and scary Halloween costumes? Here's a list of fun, and sometimes terrifying activities to enjoy while hanging out in the Hudson Valley on Halloween weekend. 

Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses/ Ulster Park NY

Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses is a unique, immersive experience with a theme that changes each Halloween season. Part of the Historic Haunted Hudson Valley, this 250-year-old farm incorporates over sixty-five acres of naturally landscaped property including foreboding woods, surreal ponds, fruit orchards and more.

Come if you…

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It’s a wrap for yet another successful Woodstock Film Festival and we’re thrilled to acknowledge, longtime Woodstock NY resident Leon Gast, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker who directed “When We Were Kings” and served as co-director of “The Grateful Dead Movie,” will receive the Woodstock Film Festival’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Congratulations Leon!

 

The 17th Woodstock Film Festival ran from Thursday, October 13th through Sunday the 16th and showcased its lineup of films in Woodstock, Rhinebeck, Rosendale, Kingston and Saugerties New York. With over 10,000 movie fans you can bet all towns were abuzz with movie talk. 

 

The festival kicked off with Blind starring Alec Baldwin and Demi Moore. Alec joked…

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Designing with chairs goes beyond adding comfort, color and a place to rest. It's also be about adding that WOW! factor to a room.  Whether the whimsical Ox Chair by Hans Wegner or the classic Le Corbusier Pony Hide Chaise Lounge - you'll find true comfort as you slip into any one of these beautifully designed marvels. Let’s face it, sometimes that perfect chair is even better than a cozy couch, so go ahead, have some design fun as you create your living space. 

Be sure to follow us on Pinterest for more design tips and home inspiration. We even have a board dedicated to Designing with Chairs

Lisa Halter
Principal Broker/Owner
Halter Associates Realty
lisa@halterassociatesrealty.com

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Alt Title: Take It Slow In Stone Ridge NY

When you’re ready to take a break from city life – whether for a weekend, for a summer or for good – enjoy a taste of quiet country life in Stone Ridge, NY, where you’ll find abundant nature and an unhurried pace. With a stunning mountain views, picturesque farmland and a rich history, the tiny hamlet is a perfect getaway from the big city, dotted with affordable colonial and stone homes built in the 18th century.  Here's an example of what you might find in Stone Ridge: 

115 Buck Road, Stone Ridge - See Full Listing Here

In Stone Ridge you can spend an afternoon picking apples, hiking or skiing - the area is an outdoor destination during all four seasons. Or you can spend the day…

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Living in black and white is downright sexy. It's a bold statement and, not to mention, a worthy palette that loves to be adorned with a splash of color here and there. Think furniture, wall paper, rugs, home goods, lighting, accessories, and yes, even your adorable black and white puppy will feel more at home. Take a look at our mood board for this week's design inspiration.

But wait! You need a house to be able to start your design adventure. Give us a call and we'll be sure to find you the perfect house to match your style. 

Lisa Halter
Principal Broker/Owner
Halter Associates Realty
lisa@halterassociatesrealty.com

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Step into the world of interior designer Sari A. Will of Uptown Interiors. Based in Kingston NY and working throughout the Hudson Valley, Sari creates interior design from upholstery and color consulting, to custom furniture design, home styling, exquisite kitchen and bath design to personal transformational design and exterior curb appeal. With the belief that design is about ones personal style...Sari's mission is to bring the best of her client's style to life.

Lisa Halter: Tell us how you got started with interior design and what a typical day looks like.

Sari: I started interior design when I was about 7 and began asking my mother if I could rearrange my room, paint it a different color, change the color and fabric of my bedspread,…

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Hey, home buyers! Check out these modern Hudson Valley marvels. How much fun would it be to start designing your new space with your favorite modern furniture, artwork and cool collected items you've been dying to showcase? Here's your chance! 

767 South Street, Highland NY / $599,900 - Full Listing HERE

Three bedrooms, 2 baths and 1730 square feet on over 23 acres of land. This artistic modern beauty was owned and designed by renowned tile craftsmen offering custom ceramic art throughout the home. You'll find it nestled in an astonishing natural stone outcrop, overlooking the former site of the Love Shack cabin where the B52's award winning video "Love Shack" was filmed.

116 Canaan Road, New Paltz, NY - $899,000 / See Full…

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Halter Associates Realty 360 Virtual RealityWe're always eager to offer our clients the latest in cool and effective technology, so we’re excited to share the news that we’ve partnered with a local 360° virtual reality marketing firm. We are now providing immersive 360 virtual reality tours of homes and land. You won't believe your eyes!
Advanced technology continues to create tremendous opportunities with innovative solutions - and how perfect is 360° virtual reality, or ‘VR’, as a great marketing tool for real estate buyers and sellers. By offering compelling and engaging 360° virtual reality experiences we can offer homebuyers worldwide the opportunity to explore properties from the comfort of their living room or office - providing a deeper understanding and meaningful…

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You've always been drawn to the coziness and comfort of a log cabin. Why not take the next step and explore owning your very own retreat in the Hudson Valley. We've got everything from romantic Adirondack style homes to a stunning Scandinavian custom log home with Mountain Views and so much more.  Imagine stepping into one of these beauties, lighting the fire, and curling up on the couch with your loved one and favorite pooch!  For more Log Cabin Inspiration be sure to follow us on Pinterest: LOG CABIN LIVING! 

 1260 Spruceton Valley Road, West Kill NY / $879K - Click Here for Listing

 

Scandinavian full scribe, white pine, hand peeled Custom Sculptured Log Home overlooks 14 of the Catskill Mountain peaks with magnificent views from every…

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Calling all foodies! Smorgasburg is now open every Saturday at the Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY. Situated on ten acres on the Hudson River waterfront, the weekly market features some of the Hudson Valley and upstate region’s most exciting chefs, food purveyors, and craft brewers alongside a curated selection of handmade design, vintage clothing and antiques. 

Smorgasburg launched in May 2011 as a spin-off of the Brooklyn Flea, the popular flea market founded by Jonathan Butler and Eric Demby in 2008. There are also an array of fascinating Brooklyn vendors that head upstate for the weekend. Here's a small sample of some of the food vendors you will find at the market: 

On The Chew, Mario Batali called Smorgasburg “The…

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