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10 Architect-Designed Getaways & Boutique Hotels in Upstate New York

By |2025-09-03T13:06:35+00:00August 20th, 2025|Design|

New York-based design lovers don’t need to look far for inspiration beyond the city: in recent years, the Catskills, Hudson Valley, and Berkshires have become home to some of the most architecturally striking getaways in the Northeast. From minimalist cabins to reimagined industrial landmarks, these properties combine thoughtful design with unforgettable settings; you'll find each of them on Escape Club, our lodging directory/web app that specializes in memorable, design-forward hospitality.

A Guide to New Paltz, NY

By |2025-07-14T15:28:06+00:00April 24th, 2025|Weekend Guides|

At the base of the Shawangunk Ridge, New Paltz brings together scenic trails, historic architecture, and a lively downtown rooted in its college town energy. Just 90 minutes from New York City, it’s a place where access to some of the Northeast’s best hiking and climbing sits just minutes from cafés, restaurants, bars, and local shops. Known for its creative streak and outdoorsy edge, New Paltz moves comfortably between nature and culture. Mornings can mean ridge-top hikes or farmers markets; evenings, live music and small plates on Main Street. Plan your visit with our guide to the best hikes, kayaking spots, restaurants, and places to relax in and around New Paltz.

A Guide to Gardiner, NY

By |2025-07-14T14:59:33+00:00March 21st, 2025|Weekend Guides|

At the foot of the Shawangunk Ridge, Gardiner, NY offers a rugged-meets-refined Upstate escape. Here, dramatic hikes give way to bourbon tastings, orchard views pair with wood-fired pizza, and spa treatments come with sweeping mountain backdrops. Home to some of New York’s most iconic hiking trails, including The Lemon Squeeze and the West Trapps cliffs, Gardiner draws climbers, hikers, and outdoors-minded travelers looking for high-impact views and low-key recovery. Whether you're scaling the ridge, relaxing in a cedar sauna, or settling in with a glass of small-batch bourbon, Gardiner delivers a grounded but elevated upstate experience. Read on for our full Gardiner area guide — including what to hike, where to sip, and the best places to eat and unwind.

Mountainside Home in Gardiner, NY

By |2024-10-25T17:02:18+00:00July 18th, 2024|Real Estate|

Experience captivating views of the Shawangunk Ridge from this hilltop home on a secluded 16+ acres. This stunning modern new build comes with direct access to Mohonk Preserve, with its thousands of acres of hiking and biking trails, swimming holes and waterfalls. Three bedroom, three bathroom contemporary home | 2,337 ...

North Mountain House in Gardiner, NY

By |2023-10-15T06:15:05+00:00January 12th, 2020||

  Situated on 1.5 acres on a quiet country road 90-miles north of NYC, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ready for vacation or year-round living. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house | 2300 sq. ft. | Bonus bedroom + office downstairs | 2 working wood burning fireplaces | Newly renovated | ...

North Mountain A-Frame Cabin in Gardiner, NY

By |2023-10-15T06:16:59+00:00December 8th, 2019||

In Gardiner, NY the "North Mountain Cabin" captured the heart and attention of so many via its Instagram feed showcasing the gut renovation that brought this piece of 1970s stylistic perfection up to modern-day standards. A worthy project indeed. Located on just under a acre of land (helping to keep down taxes!), the house enjoys near total privacy because of its long driveway and the surrounding topography. When you're sitting in that incredible pool (recently converted to saline) or enjoying the hot tub in winter, able to hear the sound of the creek below, you will feel 100% enveloped by nature.

North Mountain Cabin in Gardiner, NY

By |2021-05-07T15:56:49+00:00December 5th, 2018||

Take in the surrounding expansive forest and a babbling creek from the deck, the pool, or the wall of windows in this incredible A-Frame home in Gardiner, NY. The wooden house was built in the early '70s, but gut renovated last year by its new owner with super-cool style.

Stone Wave Yoga in Gardiner, NY

By |2021-05-05T22:09:00+00:00September 11th, 2017||

"Like stone, people seek strength and stability—but like a breaking wave, we remain agile and flexible, allowing for deeper growth and openness to change." That's the philosophy behind Stone Wave Yoga, a retreat 85 miles north of New York City. The beautiful facility offers two yoga studios, an art studio, and plentiful mountain air. Its ...

Audrey’s Farmhouse in Wallkill, NY

By |2021-05-07T16:26:54+00:00April 16th, 2016||

Some years ago when Escape Brooklyn first started, we stopped into Audrey's Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast to check out what was considered the #1 rated pet-friendly B&B in America. We were greeted by a sweet old lady, who gave us a tour of the historic home, and even begged us to stay for ...

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