This content originally appeared on our Weekend Inspiration newsletter, mailed on 8/9/24.
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Howdy – happy Friday!
Erin here, founder and CD at Escape. It’s been raining like absolute crazy up in the mountains, but this weekend is looking perfect with the glorious return of our friend, sunshine. My personal plans include hiking, repairing my garden from Storm Debby, and checking out the Roscoe Mountain Club for a tour de sports with friends.
Also of note: the Perseid Meteor Shower will peak this weekend. Find somewhere dark (not NYC) and look up at the skies!
ICYMI, Last Thursday, our August Promos Newsletter went out with promotions and deals to 13(!) getaways. With summer drawing to a close, a lot of these promos are ending or changing – so if you’ve been waiting to book, now is the time! For your planning purposes: those with discounts expiring at the end of the month are River Run, Dawson Farmhouse, Wythe Hotel, Perch Cottages, Warner’s Camp, Sowilo Retreat, and Two Good Cabins.
Next week, we’re prepping your fall plans with a new travel guide to North Adams, MA, a Before & After series on the North Branch Cider Mill (now with baby boats – go meet them this weekend if you’re in the area!), and heading to a mirrored tiny house in the woods of Windham. Can’t wait to share!
Til then – have a great weekend.
-Erin & the EB team
Poet’s Hill in Craryville, NY
Summer winding down in Upstate New York at Poet’s Hill, just outside Hudson, NY. Photo: Escape Brooklyn
With the season winding down, now’s a great time to plan an escape to this getaway with a heated pool that’s open until October 1. Great for groups (or head there solo like I did), its pool house accommodates four guests, while a tiny house accommodates two additional guests.
Nestled in the Hudson Valley, Poets Hill is close to hiking, swimming, skiing, farms and farm markets, live music, breweries, restaurants & more. While you’re visiting, put these gems on your itinerary:
- 12 minutes into the town of Hudson, NY with its shopping, restaurants, arts and more — and 15 mins to the town of Catskill
- Hiking nearby at High Falls Conservation Area and Bash Bish Falls
- Nearby cultural attractions include the home and masterwork of Frederic Church, Olana; outdoor sculpture park Art Omi; and galleries SEPTEMBER and Jack Shainman
- 8 mins to Lake Taghkanic and 18 mins to Copake Lake, with public access point
- Stock up on fresh produce at the region’s many farm stands (we love MX Morningstar and Hawthorne Valley)
- Under 15 minutes to 5 breweries including Suarez Family Brewery, Subversive Beer, Return Brewing, Vosburgh Brewing, and Rose Hill Farm Ferments
- Memorable meals at Gaskins, Bartlett House, Lil Deb’s Oasis, The Aviary Kinderhook, and many more.
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Last Chance! Staycation in Brooklyn
At Wythe Hotel, enjoy breakfast in bed while soaking in the Manhattan skyline. Photo: Lucas Vasilko
Last call! Just three more weeks to save 20% at Williamsburg’s Wythe Hotel, c/o Escape Club.
This summer, we’re calling in our first ever staycation (or for Upstaters, a city-cation) in New York City. Williamsburg’s original boutique hotel, is offering 20% off its best rates, exclusive to our Escape Club Members.
Led by Chef Partner Aidan O’Neal, Wythe Hotel’s neighborhood brasserie on the ground floor — Le Crocodile — has been named one of the 100 Best Restaurants in NYC by The New York Times two years in a row. Meanwhile, Bar Blondeau, the property’s destination-worthy bar and terrace, boasts sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and has been named among the city’s best bars by numerous local and national publications.
Make a night of it! Take advantage of their happy hour, incredible views, proximity to other city things — plus strong A/C when your window unit just doesn’t cut it. Now until September 2, Escape Club Members receive 20% off the best available rate for stays.
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Long Story Short in Hudson, NY
With three floors of space to spread out, this charming home in Hudson, NY is like renting your own boutique hotel. Photo: Olivia S.
A stay at the charming Long Story Short makes you feel like you have your very own boutique hotel: it boasts 2,500 square feet of space over 3 floors! Accommodating 10 guests, Long Story Short has 4 bedrooms with 6 beds, plus 2.5 bathrooms, 2 workspaces, parking and a fenced-in backyard garden.
The cherry on top is its central location on Warren Street, which makes it walkable to absolutely everything in Hudson. On the west side of town, its location also allows for an easy walk from the Amtrak – so you can drop your bags and hit the town, which is famous for its eateries and shopping.
Suitable for friends getaways, family reunions, photoshoots and more. Also notable: easy add-ons to make your big trip a breeze include airport pickup, provision shopping, personal chef, and in-house services including yoga, sound baths and massage. For anything else you might need to prepare your trip, just ask!
