Although the many online trip advice sites are great, we receive letters all the time that do not end up on the review websites and we'd love you to take a minute to read some of them!
Melinda R, a Bard parent who stayed during the 11/2011 IDP..Pat, your fairy dust worked again! My son has just received his acceptance letter!! Please hold our space for the first weekend in August and thanks again for all of your moral support!We love your beautiful inn and especially the 'family suite'...and our hearty breakfast gave us just the start we needed for his 'anticipated stressful day' (which was not stressful at all, just plain exciting for him).
Brian P, a parent staying at the inn (4/15/10) said that "our having a 'community breakfast' for the Bard families during their college tour is a valuable experience as we are meeting families from all over the country, sharing experiences about the many colleges they have or will see as they make their college decisions".
Dear Red Hook Inn Owners (who I can't remember the names of!)
This is Molly ****** from Maine. I brought our daughter Ruby to visit Bard last spring & we stayed with you. My dad brought her back for a second look in the fall and they stayed with you again. I remember that you said that everyone who stays at The Red Hook Inn and applies to Bard gets accepted. (of course, this is 'heresay' only!!!).Well, you were right!Rube got into Bard and though she chose a different school that suits her better I wanted you to know that your record still stands! Maybe we'll bring our other daughter to visit Bard in the fall. If so, we'll be sure to stay with you guys! Editor's note..Molly brought daughter # 2 and she's been accepted! (7/09)
Love, Molly.
Hi Pat, Just wanted to let you know that the magic of your inn is still working- Sarah got into Bard after staying at your lovely inn before her IDP day last week. Thanks so much for helping to allay our anxiety! Your warmth and hospitality really helped change the tone of the experience for us. Joan (and Sarah). Editor's note..Sarah and Mom visited again last week to make the 'final decision'! (11/09)
Dear Pat,
I wanted to write and let you know that your record still holds . . . Kent was accepted to Bard following his Immediate Decision Interview! Bard is the only college Kent applied to and he has all ready sent in his commitment form to attend in the fall. I was wondering if I could make reservations at the Red Hook Inn for the August move-in weekend and also Parents weekend. How about Graduation 2014? Kent and I both enjoyed our stay at the Inn and your gracious hospitality. I look forward to future visits. Thank you again, Jenifer (11/09)
Dear Pat,
You were right! Joshua got into Bard! The Red Hook Inn was just the lucky charm we needed. See you the first week in August!Thank you so much~Renna C (11/10)
****VETERANS DAY NEWS****
WITH HEARTFELT APPRECIATION and to say a SINCERE THANK YOU' to our UNITED STATES MILITARY PERSONNEL
we are offering a special lottery program for 9 complimentary stays on NOVEMBER 11, 2011 (3/5/11)
Welcome to The Red Hook Country Inn, located in the quaint Village of Red Hook, 1.5 hours north of NYC & CENTRAL NJ and 3 hours south of BOSTON. The Village of Red Hook is surrounded by rolling hills, small farms, historic sites, and breathtaking vistas of the Catskills and Berkshire Mountains. Our Red Hook Country Inn Bed and Breakfast is an excellent base to pursue activities, as we are only 2 miles to Bard College & Fischer Performing Art Center, 5 miles north of Rhinebeck, 8 miles east of historic Kingston,
New York's first capitol, 15 minutes north of Hyde Park and 25 minutes south of Hudson, NY.
Numerous historic sites are nearby including FDR family homes and library, Wilderstein (home of Daisy Suckley, long time confident who gave FDR his beloved dog FALA) and Mills Mansions, Clermont (home of the first steamboat, ie, ' The Clermont'), Montgomery Place (the house is now open on Fridays with magnificent river view and garden walking paths), and the famed home of Frederick Church, the father of the Hudson Valley School of Art, Olana (built of mosaic tile with a 360* view of the Hudson River, Catskill, Berkshire and Taconic Mountains.
Antiquing abounds, and if you prefer a brisk walk, Poet's Landscape Park and Ferncliff Forest are minutes away, or a bike ride (23 miles from the Hudson Rail Trail), the valley offers picturesque trails and roads. Watch the Red Baron fly at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, take a Hudson River boat tour, wander through cobblestone streets in nearby historic Kingston, tour stone houses in Hurley, or attend a musical concert at Bard or nearby Vassar Colleges. We are only 45 minutes from Stockbridge, Ma, the home of Norman Rockwell and his very famous Christmas Scene, and skiing is available at nearby Hunter Mountain, Wyndham, or Catamount Resorts. Lest we forget the village of WOODSTOCK and the nearby Bethel Woods'Woodstock' Museum. Step back into the 60's for a day or an hour! At least 10 wineries are within a 5-45 minute drive from our inn, including Millbrook, Alison, Cascade, Brothers, and many others on the Dutchess Wine Trail!
TREAT YOUR PALATE! Savor the taste of Chef Nabil's 'Chef's Table' featured on our dining & catering page, with options for everyone. Let Nabil take you away to far away lands with his fabulous flavorings and entree presentations. Listen for the quiet as you enjoy solitude in a 'non' restaurant setting with soft music, beautiful surroundings and absolutely 5 star service and cuisine!Hear what the L A Times had to say ... "world class chef and dining room where the chef may even come to your table, take your order and repair to the kitchen to prepare it!" We have also been featured in The Source (national Sam's Club magazine), Hudson Valley Magazine, Chronogram, The Valley Table, Gourmet Magazine, and have a 4 star rating in the Poughkeepsie Journal. Check our 'Dining & Catering' page for our updated menu options!
SHOPPING! Find your treasures at the many beautiful shops (8 antique stores in Red Hook alone!)within the villages of Red Hook and Rhinebeck or take a leisurely drive to Woodbury Commons (50 minutes) or Prime Outlets of Lee, Ma (60 minutes).
FAMILY RECREATION! Enjoy the beautiful lakes and parks including our local Wilcox Park, within minutes of The Red Hook Country Inn or take the kids to the Mid Hudson Chilren's Museum. Gallop along at Southlands in nearby Rhinebeck or just sit on our hammock in our screen house after a relaxing 'swim' in our 'cadillac' of hot tubs! Ski at Wyndham or Hunter, Snow Tube in the Catskills, Go sledding at Burger Hill! Rent a bike at the nearby Rhinebeck Bicycle Shop and travel the Hudson Valley Rail Trails!
Please be aware that The Red Country Inn will accept credit cards to guarantee bookings
and we prefer payment by check or cash. Prices are quoted for cash/checks. 5% cost additional for credit card payments. Thank you!
We have a 15 day cancellation period resulting in a one night charge/cancellations within 72 hours all bookings are NON REFUNDABLE.
Or call 1-87-RED-HOOK1
