About Town© About Town 25th Year & New Partner This issue begins our quarter-century of guiding people to the wonders of Ulster County. Lisa Gutkin has joined me to publish henceforth. Advertise your business here and on the About Town website, with live link to your email or website for one year & pay just $128 for four issues. Prepay and save 10%--you get a year's advertising for just $115. Fall deadline, Aug 10. 845-691-2089/fax: 845-468-7020 PO Box 474/New Paltz, NY/12561 viv@abouttown.us, website: www.abouttown.us Accommodations Bed & Breakfasts A Sparrow Hawk Bed & Breakfast Historically registered brick Colonial house with five air-conditioned guest rooms, private baths, candlelit fireplaces. Grand room with fireplace, cathedral ceiling and music/library balcony. Enjoy a full gourmet breakfast by Chef Howard. 10-15 minutes to Minnewaska, Mohonk, New Paltz, and Kingston. 845-687-4492/ sparrowhawkbandb.com / 4496 Route 209/Stone Ridge Stonegate B&B A 19th Century Victorian in a peaceful village setting with large lawn and mature trees. Located near the Mid-Hudson Bridge, Hudson Valley attractions and colleges (Vassar, Marist, New Paltz). Four guest rooms each with private bath, TV/VCR, AC and queen size beds. Rooms tastefully decorated and restored: Room with fireplace available. Breakfast served in dining room. 34 North Road/Highland/691-9378 www.stonegatebb.com Fox Hill Bed and Breakfast Quiet, country, comfortable! Chemical Free Home. All bedrooms have AC/TV/VCR, private baths, tin ceilings & ceiling fans. Inground, heated pool, lovely landscaped and woodland grounds. 5 miles from New Paltz. Central to colleges & attractions. A hearty breakfast & a warm welcome. 55 S. Chodikee Lake Rd/Highland /691-8151 www.FoxHillBnB.com Baker's B&B The 1780 House: A restored stone house with antique furnishings and a greenhouse, all in an exquisite country setting with mountain views. Walk in our fields and woods. Special breakfast graciously served. Rooms with private bath & fireplace available. Special mid-week rates. 24 Old Kings Highway/Stone Ridge/687-9795 www.BakersBandB.com Mountain Meadows B&B Beautiful grounds & panoramic view of mountains & Mohonk Tower provide backdrop for this contemporary bed & breakfast. Lounge in our outdoor pool in summer, hot tub, or by the fireside. Play pool or a variety of lawn games. Wonderful hiking, biking, climbing, golf, cross-country skiing, antiquing within minutes. Central air. Smoke-free environment. Full breakfast with home-baked goods. New Paltz/(845)255-6144/www.mountainmeadowsbnb.com Brookfield Farm Very private home decorated in the Shaker spirit of simplicity and grace. On 20 acres in apple country featuring pool, walking trail, gardens, beautiful views and sunsets. Meet our Scottish Highland cattle and chickens. 2 suites, each with full, private bath, AC, TV/DVD, fridge, seating and dining area. A delicious, homemade breakfast is delivered to your suite. Close to New Paltz and all area attractions and activities. 129 Patura Road, Modena/toll-free 888-822-7868/local 883-7868 www.brookfieldfarm.com (check availability on website) Roots & Wings Peaceful, non-traditional country getaway-perfect for quiet retreats. Mountain Studio Apt-queen loft, or full sofa-bed, ground level; efficiency & private deck. Garden Room-double, AC summer & patio. Each with private bath. Non-smoking. On 2+ acres with paths, benches, labyrinth, pastureland and mountain views. Sauna, massage, energy balancing, other services. 12 Ramah Lane/New Paltz/255-2278 www.rootsnwings.com Jingle Bell Located on the premises of this original 1790's salt box is a recently converted stone and wood barn that has become Jingle Bell's new guest quarters. Beamed cathedral ceilings, lovely antique and private bath. Impeccable grounds with an outcrop of rock carved into a splendid cooling pool with a waterfall in Summer. Breakfast in Juli's 1790's kitchen. Owner Julie Christman, formerly of Jingle Bell B&B welcomes you. 302 Swartekill Rd/Highland/845-255-8458 www.jinglebellbedandbreakfast.com Audrey's Farm House B&B An elegant 1740 country farmhouse. Large great room with fireplace. All rooms with private bath. Magnificent view of Shawangunk Mountains. Gourmet breakfast and many other amenities. "Best Pet Friendly B&B in America." —Arringtons B&B guide 2188 Brunswyck Road/Wallkill/895-3440 www.audreysfarmhouse.com Mohonk Mountain House Since 1869, our Victorian Castle has hosted generations of visitors at this legendary 2,200-acre mountaintop resort. Enjoy winter recreational activities such as ice-skating in our Pavilion, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing on many miles of groomed paths, weather permitting. Year-round activities include fitness classes, yoga, swimming in our indoor heated pool, spa services, and much more. 2005 winner of Best of Hudson Valley--"Best Hotel and Inn." Mohonk Mountain House is a Full American Plan resort-rates conveniently include 3 meals daily by award-winning chefs and most activities. Call for reservations or information. 1000 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz/(800) 772-6646 www.mohonk.com Ulster B&B Alliance Hot Line Planning a last minute getaway in the Hudson Valley/Catskill Mountain Region? Stay at one of over 45 Bed and Breakfasts. Call our toll free hotline, 9am-9pm, 365 days a year or see us at our website below 800-957-0126 www.hudsonvalleybandbs.com Blueberry Inn on Kiernan Farm Stay with us in our quiet country Dutch-style farmhouse, circa 1790, furnished in antiques. Located on the Wine Trail and nestled in the spectacular Shawangunk Valley just below Gertrude's Nose and the Millbrook Mountain facade, we're within an easy drive of excellent restaurants. Sleep soundly in one of our four bedrooms, two with private baths. 845-255-8998 www.blueberry-inn.com Lefevre House Bed & Breakfast A marvelous mix of awesome art, breathtaking beauty, delicious gourmet dining, extraordinary events, luxurious lodging, passionate people, sumptuous spa services, & superior service. An exquisite experience of fabulocity from which everyone profits! In the heart of the village. 845-255-4747/14 Southside Avenue/New Paltz www.lefevrehouse.com The Inn at Twaalfskill Newly restored village Victorian on the charming Twaalfskill Creek in Highland, NY. All rooms with luxurious private baths, authentic period antiques, modern conveniences. Walk to village, antiques, museums, restaurants. Near New Paltz & Mid Hudson Bridge. 691-3605/144 Vineyard Avenue/Highland www.InnAtTwaalfskill.com A Little Guest House Bed & Breakfast Idyllic 1850 farmhouse for romantic getaways and family get-togethers. Beamed ceilings, wide plank floors, wood-burning stoves, country antique furnishings, swimming pool. Homemade gourmet breakfast. Walk to restaurants, shops, cascading waterfall, and museum. 16 School Hill Rd/High Falls/687.8816 www.alittleguesthouse.com alittleguesthouse@yahoo.com Pine Haven Bed and Breakfast The B&B for R&R. Welcome to my spacious and elegant retreat. My home is open for you to enjoy. Roam our 10 acres where you may happen upon the wildlife enjoying our two ponds. Wander among mature tree harboring native song birds. You can rejuvenate here after a great hike in the mountains or a "strenuous" trip through the wineries & antique shops...Near Minnewaska and Mohonk Preserves, and other attractions. Visit me at: www.pinehaven.info or call Kristina: 845-744-2330 The Rondout Inn Located over a cool antique shop in Kingston's historic Rondout waterfront. Smoke-free, pet-free, fully furnished one bedroom apartment suites with private bath. A/C, TV, WiFi. Walk to docks, marinas, cruises, museums, galleries, antiques, shops, restaurants. Close to vineyards, hiking, kayaking, fishing, skiing. 79 Broadway /Kingston /845-399-2902 www.rondoutinn.com Lodges & Resorts Minnewaska Lodge A 26-room contemporary mountain lodge at the base of the Shawangunks. Cliff views, fitness center, private decks, Continental breakfast. Enjoy the casual elegance of a fine hotel and the cozy ambiance of a B&B . Perfect for romantic getaways, meetings, reunions, parties and small events. Across 44/55 from The Mountain Brauhaus. 255-1110/At intersection of Rtes 44/55 & 299 www.minnewaskalodge.com Motels Super 8 Motel Color cable TV, free wireless internet, fitness area with sauna, pool table with gaming area, and guest laundry. Free continental breakfast. Handicap accessible rooms. Truck parking. (845) 255-8865/1800-800-8000 7 Terwilliger Lane/(1/4 mile from NYS Thruway) New Paltz Super8newpaltz.com 87 Motel • non-smoking rooms • 24 hour front desk service • economical rates • free local calls • tv-hbo/espn/cnn • major credit cards accepted • scenic pond • free wireless internet access • www.87motel.com • free continental breakfast Reservations: 800-879-8787 or 845-255-9220 403 Main Street (Route 299), New Paltz/Directly across New York State Thruway (I-87) Exit 18 Econolodge Renovated rooms. Personal computer hook-ups. Free Continental Breakfast. Color TV. HBO. Large vehicle/truck parking lot. Direct dial room phones. AC. Swimming Pool. AAA, AARP, Corporate, Military and Government Discounts. Also efficiency apartments. Non-Smoking rooms available. 1/2 mile east of NYS Thruway Exit 18. 530 Main/New Paltz/255-6200/ 800-424-4777 Rodeway Inn and Suites Renovated, and redecorated rooms. No smoking rooms available. Sound-proofed rooms & quiet countryside assure a comfortable, restful night. Phones; color TV; 3 min to NYS Thruway, 10 min to Mid-Hudson Bridge. 601 Main Street/Rte 299/New Paltz 1 mile east of Exit 18 NYS T-way / 1-800-4-choice or 883-7373 www.daysinnandsuite.com Advertising Wadlin & Erber Marketing and advertising services. Starting a new venture and need a logo? Trying to decide between direct mail and other promotions for you business? Our 20+ years of experience may help. Publisher of About Town (Ulster) 7 Innis Ave/New Paltz 691-2089 fax 691-3931 email: viv@abouttown.us Antiques Jenkinstown Antiques An ever-changing selection of American country and formal furniture, fine artwork, and quality decorative accessories. Owner Sanford Levy. 1/4 mile east of exit 18 on NY State Thruway. Open Thursday - Monday 11-5 or by chance or with appointment. 13 Old Route 299, New Paltz. 845-255-4876 www.JenkinstownAntiques.com info@JenkinstownAntiques.com Water Street Antique Center 4,200 sq. ft. multi-dealer antique center. Antiques, primitives, vintage. Open 7 days. 255-2043/10 Main Street/New Paltz Vintage Village Visit the multi-dealer OLD MILL ANTIQUE CENTER in a restored 19th century sawmill which still has a stream flowing through it. Park-like Victorian courtyard, with buildings full of antiques and free historical exhibits (seasonal). FURNITURE EMPORIUM, ANTIQUE-A-RAMA, and the RED BARN too, Vintage Village has the area's largest selection of antique furniture and accessories! Open seven days, 11 -5. Five minutes from Mid-Hudson Bridge, just west of Route 9W. 128-138 Route 44/55 (Vineyard Ave)/Highland 691-6000 The D&H Canal Historical Society's Sunday Market Open every Sunday through October from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Features dozens of vendors displaying antiques and collectibles, vintage clothing, baskets, tools, rare books, arts and crafts, jewelry and home-baked goods. Benefits the D&H Canal Museum. For information about the D&H Canal Museum-845-687-9311 or visit our website at www.canalmuseum.org. For all other information call Market Manager Steve Schneider. Old Lock 17/Rt. 213/High Falls/687-0196 Vintage Studio Eclectic blend of country & cottage Antiques and Home Furnishings, 40's & 50's Kitchenware, Garden accessories and urns, vintage clothing and textiles & Penny candy. Closed Tues. 11 Church St.(on the corner) New Paltz/255-3022 Emerson Antique Barn A barn filled with "Untouched & All Original" Antiques. Open most afternoons. Located on County Route 7, two miles west of Ulster County Fairgrounds. Dennis Emerson. See more than 100 photos of antiques on website. www.emersonantiquebarn.com 680 Albany Post Road/New Paltz/255-0793 Blair Collectibles Professional Appraiser and Dealer since 1968 Coins, currency, marbles, jewelry, antiques, old toys, postcards, early photographs, old advertising and political items. Bill Blair/254-4717/blaircol@aol.com HIHO Home Market & Antique Center More than 15 rooms of ever-changing home decor and antiques. Furniture, Caswell-Massey, Lamps, Heritage lace, Christmas and hand-painted glass, Cards and more. All in a charming country atmosphere. Call for hours. 132 Main Street/Gardiner/255-1123/HiHoorn@aol.com Grandpa's Antiques Two antique shops at one site. Both have multi-dealers specializing in multi-era furniture, collectibles, prints, lamps, and garden furniture. A surprise in every room. Furniture refinishing is also available. Call for hours and directions. Corner of Routes 44/55 and 208/Gardiner Grandpa's 255-6217 Mezzanine Antique Center Multi-dealer shop in the historic Rondout waterfront district. 3000+ sq. ft. architecturally designed skylit atrium. Featuring collectible toys, art, postcards, books, vintage costume jewelry, china, glass & apartment-sized furniture.11-5pm daily, 1-5pm Sun. Closed Tues + Wed April- Dec. 79 Broadway (3 blocks up from Rondout waterfront)/Kingston/845-339-6925 info@MezzanineAntiqueCenter.com www.MezzanineAntiqueCenter.com Jack The Stripper Strip. Refinish. Restore. Reglue. Quality repair. From new to antique furniture. Since 1983 at the same location. Free estimates, pick-up & delivery. References. Also, antiques bought & sold. Jack Hacker, owner. 845-883-5988 Old Brick House Antiques & Stuff Country antiques store with Mohonk view, located on Route 209 in Kerhonkson, minutes from Skate Time 209, Hudson Valley Resort, Pinegrove Ranch, Rondout Valley Campground, Kelder's and Saunderskill farms. Unusual, fun, relaxing shopping experience. Something for everyone to enjoy... Daily 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, closed Wednesday. 845-626-5206/5858 Route 209/Kerhonkson oldbrickhouse.com/ jon@oldbrickhouse.com Eclectibles Buy an sell from "kitch to class:" from "a thimble to a house." Specialize in vintage clothing, jewelry, linens, old handcrafts, and Halloween outfits. By appointment and at various outdoor locales. 845-255-9646/Cell 585-880-5222 Marie's Chair Caning Chair caning, rush seat replacement, Shaker taping, splint, press caning, basket repair, canoe seats, chair repair supplies. Chair/furniture gluing. Pick up and delivery. 34 years in business. Local references. 518-583-1110/518-879-9943 On the Hill Antiques Aka Stone Ridge Antique Center. Our specialty? Everthing! Visit us Mon thru Sunday, but not on Tuesday. Call for Spring hours. 3653 Main Street/Route 209/Stone Ridge 845-926-0082 Water Street Market Art, Antiques and Edibles, Handmade & Homemade. 20+ shops, 30+ antique dealers, music, and some of the finest views in New Paltz, we have something for everyone. 845-255-1403 /www.waterstreetmarket.com/10 Main St/New Paltz (by the Wallkill River) Mission Accomplished Love that Mission/Arts and Crafts look? Want to give your home some of that character? Let us design and construct room wall shelving to display your collection of pottery, books, or baskets. Up and safe, yet visually accessible, you will love your room, your collection, and yourself for calling us today. We also design and build custom pieces to fill any niche and answer any need. From frames to foot stools, and from medicine cabinets to fireplace surrounds. Local examples of our work. Unique antique Mission pieces and Arts and Crafts pottery often available, too. 845-255-0263/New Paltz www.missionaccomplish.us Antiques Show Rhinebeck Antique Auto Show Famous Antique Car Show and Swap Meet at the Rhinebeck Fairgrounds. Best car show in New York! Over 600 rods, customs, and sports compacts, over 1,000 antique cars, classics and foreign cars (to 1977). Swap meet, crafts building & food court. For additional information, please e-mail or call from 7-9pm. Dutchess Co. Fairgrounds, Rt. 9, Rhinebeck (845) 876-3554/jadoyle@frontiernet.net Architects and Architectural Services Alfandre Architecture, PC Rick Alfandre, Architect, AIA Creating Spaces and Places of Lasting Beauty Architecture and Planning • Guiding the design of environmentally sensitive, energy and resource efficient buildings. 7 Innis Ave/New Paltz 255-4774/info@alfandre.com www.alfandre.com Welding: Custom Ornamental Gates and Railings Also, Fences and Fire Escapes and Commissioned Sculpture. 30 Years Experience Vince Murray Welding & Fabrication, LLC/845-724-3154 Artists, Classes, and Supplies Cameo Art Studio Camille (Cami) Fischer, Principal An Art Service for Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine-hand Art for Direct Marketing or personal use. Est. 1980--award wining, lifelong artist! With the most up-to-date equipment, an artistic eye, and diligence to detail, we design ads, brochures, business cards, invitations, labels, logos, menus-- or fine-line your ideas! On-demand, in-house printing for complete work flow. Hand-executed calligraphy and illustrations--story/text books, fashion/technical illustration and especially architectural portraits. Our mini gallery displays pen/inks, watercolors, oils and giclee reproductions of our works. (see newpaltz.org/artists.html) 173 State Route 208/New Paltz NY 12561/ (845) 255-6661 cameofisch@verizon.net Bruynswick Art Studio Featuring local artists' work in encaustics, oils, pastels & watercolors. These original works may be viewed Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, year-round. Weekly lessons offered in oils and watercolors. Commissions accepted. Call for information on show openings and other events. 1058 Bruynswick Rd/Gardiner/255-5693 Manny's Art Supplies The "original" art store of the Hudson Valley. Serving customers for over 40 years. A smorgasbord of merchandise: Stationery, crafts, posters, novelties, redi-made frames and mats, amazing papers from around the world, and more. 83 Main Street/New Paltz/255-9902 info@mannysart.com www.mannysart.com Advertiser for 24 years. Attractions Bacchus Billiards A clean, friendly, family oriented space, with pool, ping pong, foosball, video & pinball games, as well as fabulous food and drink. Great atmosphere, full service, parties welcome! Open Daily 11am-1am (845)255-863/So. Chestnut St/New Paltz Samuel Dorsky Museum Of Art Rotating exhibits of student, faculty, alumni art. Focuses on Hudson Valley, Catskill artists. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. SUNY New Paltz/75 S. Manheim Blvd/New Paltz 845-255-3844 Old Fort Cookbook Recipes and Memories of the Old Fort Restaurant is a combination of recipes, photos, memories, and a history of the restaurant once located in the DuBois Fort on Huguenot Street. Compiled and published by Fern Clarkson-Cangelosi, Gladys Fishman-Gottlieb, and Diane DuBois-Gleichenhaus, it is a true labor of love. Available for $12 at Water Street Market Antque Center and Clarkson's Appliances on Rt. 32, North. The perfect hostess gift! 255-7629 Ice Skating Pavilion Mohonk Mountain House Mohonk's Pavilion is home to a 9,375 square-foot refrigerated ice rink. The Pavilion features open sides, wooden roof beams, stone columns and a 39-foot-tall stone fireplace. Featuring Open Skating, Broomball and Curling (as scheduled). For more information call the Pavilion Shop at (845) 256-2775. Ask about our Midweek Meal, Massage, and Ice-Skating Package. Mohonk Mountain House, 1000 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, NY www.mohonk.com Sky Dive Blue Sky Ranch View the Hudson Valley from 13,000 feet! Learn to skydive at our skydiving school offering state-of-the-art aircraft and instruction. We're open seven days a week during the good weather, and weekends in November & December weather permitting. Experienced skydivers: 255-9538. Gardiner Airport/Gardiner/School/255-4033 www.theblueskyranch.com Auctions Marc Stolfe Auctions Auction & Appraisal Services. Auction dates and locations by announcment: go to website or call. Running estate and specailty auctions in the area for 17 years. 255-7700 www.mstolfe.com Auto Sales, Rentals, Repairs Autos By Joseph State-of-the-art auto repair including while-you-wait air conditioning service. Complete diagnostic service and NYS Inspection station. 24-hour towing. Collision repair. Pre-owned auto sales-large selection. Warranties available. AllState Motor Club® Member. Need to move something? Authorized U-Haul® Dealer. We have economical 17' box truck rentals, moving crews available by the hour, and supplies for moving (boxes, tapes, bubble wrap). More than two decades dedicated to your transport needs. See listing under Taxi and Transportation Services. Serving Highland 691-5500 & New Paltz 255-1600 Auto Cleaning & Detailing Parker's Auto Waxing Cars $100 + tax, Trucks $135 & up, + tax. Box trailers $140 & up. Buff & wax: Cars $78. Trucks $85 & up. Dog hair removed and interior shampooed $43.69. Special leather cleaner on seats with vacuuming $38.95. Undercoating on cars & trucks. Seniors 50 and over save $10. References. 604 Route 208 (just south of 44/55) intersection/ Gardiner/845-256-1014 Back to Top << Back to full list | Go to next page >>