Traveling Upstate is better with four-legged companions — especially when the setting makes it easy to step outside and go. While many stays allow dogs, a select few stand out for their access to open land, trails, and walkable surroundings, where long mornings and post-dinner strolls are built into the experience.
Ten of Upstate's most intimate, vibey spots that are perfect for date night – from the Hudson Valley to the Catskills. Think intimate spots for date night with tables for two, girls night, or solo spots to ignore the couples around you with a book… with strong drinks, dim lighting, quiet atmosphere, sharable plates, and an excuse to dress up.
Set on a wooded ledge and surrounded by forest, Skyline Ledges is a modern retreat designed by Catskill Modern Home Builders. Clean lines, oversized windows, and a restrained natural palette allow the landscape to serve as the centerpiece of the home, striking an architectural balance that feels intentional, calm, and elevated.
Tucked into a five-acre parcel just a short walk from the heart of Livingston Manor, the Mill Houses are a charming collection of five individually renovated homes, each offering a distinct blend of original details and modern upgrades. Set near the banks of the Willowemoc Creek, these character-rich cottages make an ideal home base for exploring the Catskills — with breweries, restaurants, fly fishing, and hiking trails all within easy reach.
Tucked into the mountains of Parksville, NY, Mountain Terrace is a thoughtfully designed vacation rental that seamlessly connects comfort, style, and nature. Surrounded by trees with sweeping ridgeline views, the property offers a serene and highly private setting, ideal for restful weekends or extended creative escapes. With three bedrooms and an open living plan, it’s well-suited for families, couples, or a small group of friends.
Once the heart of a 1960s sleepaway camp, this former dining and dance hall, known as Lodge #1 at Elko Lake Camp, carries forward the warmth and character of its past. Set on a wooded ridge just outside Catskill Park, The Lodge offers single-floor living surrounded by sweeping nature in every direction, with traces of its camp-era origins visible in every beam and plank.
This collection of five 19th-century homes with charming interiors, plus walk-to-everything ease, can host groups up to thirty people in Livingston Manor, NY.
Perched above the town of Livingston Manor in the Catskills, this cozy two-bedroom home is available as a furnished winter rental from January 1 to May 1, 2026. A perfect winter home base for anyone craving time Upstate, the house is well-suited for remote work, creative ...
The Smithwood House is a newly built, one-of-a-kind modern home set in a wooded landscape, designed with a striking architectural profile and a sense of refined detail. Clean lines, soaring windows, and thoughtful accents come together in a layout that feels both bold and livable. Inside, every element has been carefully considered, from custom built-ins to sleek appliances, creating a home that balances contemporary form with everyday comfort.
Set along the banks of the Delaware River in Sullivan County, Callicoon blends river-town roots with a creative, slow-living spirit. Once a railroad and farming hub, the town has quietly evolved into one of the Western Catskills’ most inviting pockets — with vintage shops, natural wine bars, and farmers markets tucked between rolling hills and forested trails.