Reuse. Rehabilitate. Restore. Architectural salvage and repurposed pieces for the home.
Our first year since 1999 without a country home. Don’t get me wrong, it feels great not to have the extra headache! “We could go anywhere we want now. Not stuck with just one place.” Said I. Overseas? Cross country? Yeah, right. Who am I kidding? It’s all about the kids. Dogs, of course, in… Continue reading Weekender:Have You Booked Your Vacation Rental Yet?
This fabulous Coxsackie, NY house belongs to a friend of mine. Sadly, I’ve never been invited up to see it in person. (How subtle was that hint?) The Greek Revival was built circa 1839 and has been lovingly restored by said friend. I know that “lovingly restored” is a ridiculous real estate term, but it’s… Continue reading Weekender: Greek Revival Under $200k
Keeping dry under the awning in Margaretville There is life beyond Woodstock on Rt. 28. You’d want to have some appreciation of the country if you’re heading way upstate as the area is more relaxing than exciting. Is that my way of saying this city chick didn’t enjoy her recent visit? Not exactly, but…… You… Continue reading Weekender: The 28 Corridor
Louise Bourgeois’ Crouching Spider at DIA via Grufnik @ Flickr. Ok, I have your whole Saturday agenda planned out for you. Here’s what you’re gonna do. You drive up here or take Metro North early in the morning. Hit my tag sale first (obviously). Then you’ll probably need some brunch. Stop by Home Spun… Continue reading Weekender: Beacon’s Second Saturday
$159k: Livingston Manor Get ’em while the prices are low! There are short sales and foreclosures popping up everywhere. Although I don’t like the idea of being a vulture, a short sale actually saves the seller from from foreclosure, so maybe it’s good karma? Here are some huge party/weekend homes you may not otherwise be… Continue reading Weekender: Country Home Deals
Photo nabbed from TLDB ‘Tis the season for leaf peeping! My guess is that this weekend and next will be prime. The leaves are looking beee-autiful already, so get your butts up to the country! But don’t take my word for it. Check out NY Fall Foliage for a peak report by region. Do it the easy… Continue reading Weekender: Peep Some Leaves
Chances are you know more about Hudson than I do. That’s because I’ve only been there a handful of times. But that may be about to change. I took a trip up to Hudson yesterday with mom in tow, to seek out multi dealer antiques venues. I took a fancy to Armory Antiques so I… Continue reading Weekender: Hudson
So, we did our little vacation romp in The Berkshires last weekend. I followed the advice of readers from a previous post and booked this place in Great Barrington. Actually, it was in Housatonic, which is outside of Great Barrington. The town of Housatonic actually reminds me of Beacon. It has that whole ‘abandoned factory… Continue reading Weekender: The Berkshires
It’s not too late to find that last minute weekend rental upstate! Or just take a day trip. Get out of the city! Enjoy! Life is short! Live a little! You get the point? My husband took the day off work last Tuesday to spend time with his visiting family. We had it all figured… Continue reading Weekender: Hot Fun in the Summertime
I love Rosendale. It’s the perfect small town. Located within 2 hours of NYC and about 15 minutes from New Paltz, Rosendale is just too adorable for words. Colorful historic rowhouses line the main street, which is set against a backdrop of mountains, bridges and creeks. All Pros/No Cons Adirondack Trailways from NYC stops at… Continue reading Weekender: Rosendale
Stone Ridge is an Ulster County hamlet located less than 2 hours from NYC. It’s a place where stone houses line the main street and people say hello. Pros Easy access to Minnewaska State Park, Sullivan County and Kingston. Stone Ridge sits right on Route 209. Climb The Gunks, Skydive the Ranch, pick your own… Continue reading Weekender:Stone Ridge
Some of us whom have lived in New York all of our lives never really take the time to fully appreciate it. I don’t look up to take in all of that glorious architecture. I hardly ever go to Broadway shows. Off Bway, maybe once a year. We’ve taken vacations at home before, but it… Continue reading Weekender: NYC
1. Great Adventure: Went here so many times in my youth. I still love amusement parks….just don’t have time to go anymore. NJ Transit gets you there if you don’t have a car. 2. Cape May: Victorian beach community. There are lots of activities this weekend, including a house tour and wine tasting. 3. Renaissance… Continue reading Weekender: 10 Day Trips From NYC
2BR in Tivoli: $200k I never understood why someone would want to live in the country and not have land around them. I’d pass homes close to the road, townhouses and condos and say “WTF”? Well, I’m much older and wiser now and I kind of get it. Weekend homes are a hassle. The cleaning… Continue reading Weekender:Country Condos?
The Village of Catskill has a lot going for it these days. Main Street is looking good with it’s restored historic buildings and revamped storefronts. As with any upstate town that welcomes weekenders, there’s a great choice of restaurants, cafes, antiques shops and galleries. Catskill also has a movie theater, which is a unique benefit… Continue reading Weekender: Catskill, NY