One hundred miles from New York City (and ~125 from Philadelphia) lies Promised Land State Park. Located in the Poconos region, famous for its natural scenic beauty and 150 lakes, this somewhat-undiscovered gem of a park boasts 50 miles of hiking trails, winding country roads and a new boutique hotel that’s completely upped the game in the local hospitality scene.
Big Indian Wilderness is exactly what it sounds like. Big. And wild. But there are surprising spots to eat, drink, hike and explore sprinkled throughout. Use Urban Cowboy Lodge as your homebase to explore this vast and wild part of the Catskills – or hole up in your room in the comfort of the hotels' signature tubs.
Misty sunrise over the Delaware River near Narrowsburg, NY. All photos by Escape Brooklyn. Located 2.5 hours from NYC, the hamlet of Narrowsburg sits on the Delaware River between the Catskill Mountains and the Pocono Mountains. Thanks to an influx of new shops, restaurants, ...
For many, the word Woodstock conjures up images of tie dye, hippies, and free love at the 3-day outdoor music festival... that did not actually take place here. (It actually took place in Bethel, which is about 1.5 hours southwest.) That didn't stop Woodstock from becoming a bohemian destination though; ...
Tucked away on nine private mountaintop acres, Casa Magda is the perfect spot for a cool-kids getaway to the Catskill Mountains. Inside the house, minimalist sensibility, mid-century treasures, and a playful collection of vintage furniture coexists to create a fun vibe; at night, the living room transforms into a dance floor, with the help of mood lighting consisting of neon lights, and of course, a disco ball. Use the hand-picked vinyl on hand (or a Sonos amp) for the perfect dance party soundtrack. All four bedrooms are located on the main level, while upstairs a loft has been transformed into an entertainment room and boasts a 100” projection screen. Guests can choose from a curated collection of Blu-Rays and DVDs from comedy to drama, horror to anime—movie night is made complete with a Bose surround sound system. This mountain retreat feels a world away from it all, but it's just 5 minutes into the town of Windham for supply runs, hiking, or winter sports at Windham Mountain. (Note: Windham is open in summer as well; check their website for events or take a skyride to hiking trails.) Further afoot, other nearby adventures include waterfalls, swimming holes, and charming towns throughout the Northern Catskills.
Freshly opened and currently in soft launch, The Amelia offers eight spacious, thoughtfully designed guest rooms and suites in Hudson, NY. Housed in a Queen Anne-style private residence, the beautifully restored retreat features a pool and has availability now & all summer long. From their modern furnishings to indulgent baths, the hotel blends traditional and modern aesthetic; rooms are richly appointed with Matouk bed linens, Frette bath towels, and rain showers. Common spaces include an elegant library, outdoor decks and porches, and of course, the seasonal pool. Check out the Escape Brooklyn Guide to Hudson, NY for tips on what to do, where to stay, and where to eat & drink while visiting the area.
This 3-bedroom 1800's farmhouse, the Roscoe Farmhouse, is the perfect home base for exploring Roscoe and the greater Sullivan County area—with its hiking, swimming spots, and even an alpaca farm less than 5 minutes from the house. This gorgeous, gallery-like home has been recently fully renovated and luxuriously appointed with a modern English farmhouse vibe, featuring high ceilings, chef's kitchen, wood burning stove, and gorgeous clawfoot tub. The bounty of "outdoor living" areas on this 22+ acre property create a truly magical getaway: a stone patio for your morning coffee or summer evenings outside, a screened gazebo for afternoon games, a trickling spring fed pond, short trails lined with blueberry bushes, and a woodsy fire pit area for gathering at night for stargazing.
Welcome to Cranberry Pond, a 3-bedroom rental home (plus two private studio cabins) just outside Livingston Manor, NY. Follow a private dirt road to this Catskills oasis, which is surrounded by rolling open meadows, windflowers and water views. Sister property to Clementine Creekhouse, this home has been designed beautifully and thoughtfully by Orley Interiors.
New to the Upstate rental market, the beautiful & spacious Clementine Creekhouse (@ClementineCreekhouse on Instagram) sits just outside Callicoon, NY. Designed by the owners of sister property Cranberry Pond, the house has gorgeous treehouse-esque views and room for everyone with 6 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, sleeping up to 14 guests.
However you’re looking to connect with nature this summer — be it glamping, outdoor showering, exploring magical gardens, or hunkered down by the pool — @cooperlake_outpost has you covered. Located in Bearsville, NY (minutes from Woodstock), you'll check in and hope to never leave this extraordinary property.