Last Minute Trip Ideas + Events
Plan a last minute trip Upstate using this roundup of short term rentals, hotels, and local events.
The Craftsman in Jeffersonville, NY
In Jeffersonville, NY, the Craftsman is a 1930's Arts and Crafts style home filled with rich, warm tones, original woodwork and stained glass windows. Blending simple clean lines with fine detail work and modern updates throughout, the Craftsman has been meticulously maintained while still preserving its historic character. Three ...
Guide to North Branch, NY
Nestled in the bucolic heart of the Catskills, North Branch, New York, is a small hamlet renowned for its picturesque landscapes and historic charm. With a population hovering around a few hundred, North Branch is characterized by its historic homes, perfectly patinated storefronts, rolling farmland, and the gentle flow of the East Branch of the Delaware River. Though the hamlet – yes, we said "hamlet" – is by definition tiny, North Branch is central to some of our other favorite towns, including Callicoon, Roscoe, and Livingston Manor – there's no lack of things to do or see in the area. (Unless of course, you want to do nothing, which is welcome here too.)
Homestedt Houses: A Premium Home Design & Build Service in the Catskills
Buying a turn-key house on the current market is no easy task; neither is building one. Homestedt Houses aims to provide a premium home design and build service in the Catskills that is streamlined, trustworthy, and beautiful.
An Abandoned Cider Mill Gets a New Life. Before & After: North Branch Cider Mill in North Branch, NY
A husband and wife team – serial renovators and home builders – take on their biggest project yet: an abandoned cider mill. "A charming, historic, mess." That's how Tom Roberts describes the condition – and the irresitable allure – of the North Branch Cider Mill when he and his wife Anna Åberg were passed the torch in late 2022. “It wasn’t for sale, but it wasn’t in use. So we pestered the owner for 18 months until he sold it to us.” Fast forward to nearly a year since its re-opening in November 2023: an incredible amount of work has been done, made possible by the colossal vision and talent from their parent company/design studio, Homestedt. Its charming and historic parts remain, but this diamond in the rough has been polished back to its original glory. Below, Escape Brooklyn interviews the design-savvy duo who share stories from the renovation, plus give us the scoop on future plans at the North Branch Cider Mill.
An Airy Modern Farmhouse in Callicoon Center, NY
Perched in the hills, with dramatically sweeping mountain views, this stunning country retreat is the perfect pairing of elevated design and comfort. A curated selection of vintage and salvaged materials can be found throughout this modern farmhouse, adding history and character, and even the smallest detail here has been thoughtfully ...
Modern Country Farmhouse in Jeffersonville, NY
Nestled amid the rolling hills and verdant landscapes in Jeffersonville, NY, this country home blends rustic charm and contemporary elegance. The Jeffersonville Modern Country Farmhouse is surrounded by beautiful views, bathed in natural light, and enveloped in a sense of peace – creating an idyllic retreat from the city. Three ...
Birch Ridge Cabin in Jeffersonville, NY
In Jeffersonville, NY, 115 miles from New York City lies the Birch Ridge Cabin – a newly built, modern A-frame nestled on 5.74 acres of wild forest. This highly sought-after architectural design, completed in 2023, offers an unparalleled living experience with its expansive sundeck and soaring interiors. Two bedroom, one ...
Blackberry House in Jeffersonville, NY
Introducing Blackberry House, dreamed up and created by brilliant minds behind Homestedt. This designer-built, stunning home with a private sauna and deeded lake rights is located in the Catskills foothills 100 miles from New York City. Three Bedroom, two bathroom home | Designer built in 2022 | 1,600 square foot ...
Blue Hill House in Youngsville, NY
Tucked into the woods, the home is a tranquil sanctuary that’s just perfect for unwinding — or make it your homebase to exploring the trendy town of Livingston Manor or the very cute town of Jeffersonville, both minutes from Blue Hill House.