When I first started going upstate about a decade ago, I distinctly remember being challenged to find quaint lodging that didn’t involve doilies and victorian canopy beds. Now, it seems like every time I turn around, another gorgeous boutique hotel or bed and breakfast is popping up in my Instagram feed. Fall and winter have always been my favorite time to escape the sludgy city and snuggle upstate, and with Valentine’s Day and winter’s worst months still ahead, I’m plotting my next escapes. Here’s the most extensive list of the chicest, most hygge and hip upstate getaways that you will find. Whether you’re looking for something polished and chic, or rustic and simple - I’ve got you covered.
AUDREY’S FARMHOUSE
THE PRICE $200+
THE LOCATION 1:45 from NYC in Wallkill, NY
THE VIBE Elevated, flawless farmhouse
BONUS POINTS FOR Rentable Greenhouse that’s perfect for weddings and events, yoga workshops and communal dining, pet friendly.
DEBRUCE
THE PRICE $400+
THE LOCATION 2 hours from NYC in Livingston Manor, NY
THE VIBE Upscale, quiet and private
BONUS POINTS FOR Including both breakfast AND dinner in the rates. What?! Being a Foster Supply & Co hotel.
NORTH BRANCH INN
THE PRICE $99+
THE LOCATION 2 hours from NYC in North Branch, NY
THE VIBE Rustic and romantic
BONUS POINTS FOR Including breakfast with hyper seasonal, local ingredients. Wood burning fireplaces. Being a Foster Supply & Co hotel.
THE SPRUCETON INN
THE PRICE $149+
THE LOCATION 3 hours from NYC in West Kill, NY
THE VIBE Minimalist, modern and communal
BONUS POINTS FOR firepits and BBQs all over the property, and a huge barn available to rent for events.
THE GRAM & CO
THE PRICE $175+
THE LOCATION 2.5 hours from NYC in Phoenicia
THE VIBE Hipster chill
BONUS POINTS FOR Being near Hunter Mountain for skiing, and Phoenicia for brunching. Plus kitchenettes in some rooms for DIY breakfast in bed-ing.
SCRIBNER’S LODGE
THE PRICE $200+
THE LOCATION 2:45 from NYC in Hunter, NY
THE VIBE Modern rustic and communal
BONUS POINTS FOR Being near Hunter ski resorts, having a great communal area to play board games and meet new friends eco-friendly housemade toxin-free bath products and locally sourced food.
THE DUTCHESS
THE PRICE Contact for info
THE LOCATION 2 hours from NYC in Rhinebeck, NY
THE VIBE Communal, classic style with a distinctly unconventional approach to hospitality
BONUS POINTS FOR Serving things like rose-quartz infused cocktails and mostly vegan meals from an Eleven-Madison-Park alum.
THE RED ROSE MOTEL
THE PRICE $150+
THE LOCATION 2:30 from NYC in Roscoe, NY
THE VIBE Americana eclectic
BONUS POINTS FOR Preserving a building from 1938, wood burning fireplaces, chemical free Brooklinin sheets and Public Goods bath products
THE ARNOLD
THE PRICE Call to request
THE LOCATION 2.5 hours from NYC in Livingston, NY
THE VIBE Hip, casual and communal
BONUS POINTS FOR The spa! Wood burning fire waiting room and all. Being a Foster Supply & Co hotel.
NINE RIVER ROAD
THE PRICE $149+
THE LOCATION 2:20 from NYC in Calicoon, NY
THE VIBE Quiet, classic and private
BONUS POINTS FOR Claw foot tubs and being dog friendly. Being a Foster Supply & Co hotel.
THE STEWART HOUSE
THE PRICE $250+
THE LOCATION 2:20 from NYC in Athens, NY
THE VIBE Elegant, romantic, modern country
BONUS POINTS FOR Surviving 100 years since being built, riverfront location on the Hudson and continental breakfast included.
DEER MOUNTAIN INN
THE PRICE $250+
THE LOCATION 2 hours from NYC in Tannersville, NY
THE VIBE Arts and crafts style cozy
BONUS POINTS FOR Being surrounded by stunning vistas and trees, fireside hot-toddy hours in January, in-room fireplaces. Cottages available to rent with larger groups.
Written for Public Goods. The best bar in Nashville: Where I got a turmeric laced cocktail AND got inspired by their efforts to be green in a city that often isn’t. If they can do it - can’t everyone?