Solar Powered Luxury Yurt 27 acres

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  Friedl

  Before we jumped in to squirreling New York, this was the best place to go. We enjoyed it very much, a peaceful place in an intact nature with people who care for you, perfect

  July 2014
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  Kate

  This was a great vacation! The property has a couple of other cabins where guests can stay near the main house and fire pit, but the yurt is nestled in its own private area beyond the horse stables, secluded but in walking distance from the main house & parking lot. It's lovely to be able to have such privacy surrounded by nature and also have convenience at the same time.

  The kitchen was adequate for cooking our own meals, the cabinets stocked with glasses, mugs, dishes, a few pots & pans, and cooking & dining utensils. Pizza night was also fun. At night, we made a campfire in the pit near the yurt and roasted marshmallows.

  We went strawberry picking at the farm that's about a 5 minute drive away. We followed directions left in the yurt to a nearby swimming hole for some refreshing freshwater swimming. Another group staying on the property went roller skating at a nearby rink. On our way out, we drove to nearby Minnewaska State Park for hiking and a picnic. A great weekend away from the city for our dogs and us!

  One tip: bring a sleeping mask if you're not an early riser. The sun is bright streaming through the oculus in the middle of the yurt's roof.

  Thanks, Beth & Tim, for a wonderful weekend! We hope to be back soon.

  June 2014
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  Abe

  We had a wonderful stay at the yurt. The property is gorgeous and our hosts were very friendly and accommodating. We would definitely consider returning to the yurt and even bringing friends along next time.

  June 2014
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  Lauren

  We had an amazing weekend hiking and relaxing at the yurt. It was very comfortable and we loved walking around the farm and playing with the cats and horses. We didn't get to meet Tim, but Beth was just lovely!

  June 2014
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  Joy

  Very nice people, nicely-furnished yurt with lots of kitchen equipment; a very relaxing and beautiful place. Just be well aware that they have a strict cancellation policy.

  May 2014
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  Rick

  Beth and Tim were wonderful hosts, welcoming us into their lives and sharing their amazing property with our small group. The farm is exactly as advertised: horses, a small flock of chickens, three friendly dogs, and apparently they have some rabbits on the way. There's also a nice hill pasture that rises above the surrounding forest, which would be perfect for astronomy on a clear night. We got clouds and some rain, which led to a double rainbow stretching over the farm just before sunset - it was like being part of a Pissarro landscape.

  The yurt itself was fantastic; it's a bit further away from their other properties (an apartment by the house and annex on the barn) in a more secluded spot at the edge of their farmland by the woods. The decorations are funky and fun, and it really is a luxury yurt - hardwood floors, full amenities, hot water, plenty of electrical outlets, etc. We were a group of 4 and it fit us perfectly, with two of us in the bedroom and two in the loft area. There's a futon in the living room area of the yurt that could sleep another 2 people, but it's not as private as the other two sleeping spots if that's a concern for you.

  Overall we were really impressed with our experience. I also highly recommend doing their breakfast or another meal option with them, both for the great food and fun conversation. The farm hosts a couple other airbnb rentals and occasional work-stay guests as well, and Beth and Tim have created an environment with the Yurt rental where you can feel free to be as social or as independent from the others as you like, due to it's relative seclusion from the main house/barn area.

  April 2014
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  Elsemiek

  We loved staying at Beth's & Tim's yurt. Everything is exactly as pictured. Beds are very comfortable, bathroom well equipped and the property is beautiful.
  Tim and Beth were great hosts and we would love to come back for another visit!

  April 2014
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  Marnie

  My family recently visited Beth and Tim's yurt. The yurt is spacious, for sure, easily accommodating 6 people. It's quirky and interesting inside and out. Not glamorous, but definitely full of modern conveniences when compared to camping in the woods. The kitchen is rustic but fully functional (there's even an oven if you feel the need to bake a cake), the fridge kept even a bag of ice nice and solid.

  My city kids (11 & 7) loved roaming the property, visiting the horses, checking out the vegetable garden, and playing with the brand-new kittens. We definitely felt free to stroll around and enjoy the fields, woods and creek. Tim took us on a fascinating tour of the other places to stay on the property, showing us the barn and even inside their home.

  We'll definitely be going back! Tim told us that bunnies are on their way, and maybe even goats! I like that the kids were welcome to visit the animals, but it's not a kiddie farm at all. It felt more like we were getting to see what country life is really like. Beth and Tim are charming and open — but they're not pushy or intrusive at all. The yurt is removed enough from the other accommodations for total privacy, but it's not isolated — we were all by ourselves when we enjoyed the hot tub up by the main house, though it might be an active place if more people are visiting. The sky is vast and dark — perfect for stargazing — and the outdoor fire pit and indoor gas stove were cozy on the chilly evening.

  April 2014
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  Katie

  My boyfriend and I came to stay at Beth and Tims farm for a few days of relaxing after camping. They are the ultimate hosts, so friendly with stories you could listen to all night. We loved the yurt (obviously) and cooking and building a fire in the 'tee-pee' was so satisfying.
  Even though our stay was only two days we hope to be back soon and help out on the farm. They are truly beautiful souls and everyone should experience hospitality and friendship like theirs.

  Thanks again and we will be seeing you soon!

  Katie and Kevin

  April 2014
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  Hallie

  My kids (11 and 8) and I had a fantastic weekend at the yurt. We loved exploring the woods and staying in such a peaceful setting. Tim and Beth were very interesting and kind people, and we enjoyed getting to know them, even if just a little. You should opt for the breakfast at least one morning.

  Be sure to check out the pottery shop on main street. And if you are a race fan, Accord Raceway is a cool local track (our first racing experience).

  Very much hope to return.

  April 2014

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  Wesley

  The cabin is nice. The property is lovely. A good place for a quiet gate away or as a home-base for nearby activities (we were there to go rock climbing). The area is beautiful. The cabin is fairly small but has all you need. The horses and chickens roam around. I was concerned the roosters might wake us up really early but they didn't really make much noise at all.
  There is a great market very close (Saunderskill) and also a good wine shop.
  A great thing -not buggy! The cabin has good screens.
  Note that the bed is soft (I prefer firm, but it wasn't too bad, just soft). We've learned to travel with our own towels (the handy travel quick dry ones) because you never know if the towels provided might be overly scented with dryer sheets or musty. The towels here were musty; it is a cabin, so that is easy to happen. Everything was very clean.

  July 2014
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  Vincent

  We had a wonderful stay at Beth and Tim's farm this past weekend. The annex was just as described, and the kids loved it. We are a family of 4 with kids age 9 and 12 and the annex was just fine. The goats and pig welcomed us each morning but didn't wake us up any earlier than usual. Hurricane the kitten was a huge hit with all of us.
  Beth and Tim were gracious hosts, who were always available to answer a question or give advice, despite working a busy farm.
  The appliances and utilities in the annex were all up to speed and the shower was a treat. Inside the annex there is really no "barn" smell, despite being adjacent to the horses goats and pig.

  The farm is just minutes from beautiful waterfalls, lakes and hiking/biking trails. We enjoy visiting this beautiful area of New York and were thrilled to find this family-friendly, adventurous accommodation. We would totally recommend it and look forward to visiting again.

  July 2014
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  Dylan

  We had an excellent stay on Beth and Tim's farm. It is located in a beautiful area and there is lots to do close by for nature lovers. The farm animals live right outside the room which was pretty cool. One of the farm workers was nice enough to show us the animals, my girlfriend loved it. We got in late and were out most of the day so we only briefly met the owners but the seemed very nice. Would stay again.

  June 2014
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  Jessica

  We needed a relaxing weekend away from the city, and that's exactly what we got! The Annex is so charming - including waking up to horses outside your window. Our pup had the time of his life running free on the property and timidly chasing chickens. Beth and Tim are amazing hosts - you really get the sense that you can see them as much or as little as you'd like. The Annex is pretty much in the hustle and bustle of the farm, so if you want something more private, I would try the yurt which is tucked away. We bought some of their sausage (made from an old friend of the farm) that was delicious and also picked up freshly made bread and garlic scapes on our way out. We were not woken up by the rooster in the early AM as others have written, so I don't know if we are super deep sleepers or just deaf! There's an amazing waterfall hike nearby (they give directions) that we thoroughly enjoyed. No problems with anything in the space - AC worked great, the shower is confusing but awesome! We will definitely return! Thank you so much for a great weekend!

  June 2014
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  Jesse

  Beth and Tim are very friendly and hospitable hosts. The Annex is clean, cozy, and just as the pictures show. Additionally the property is close to farmers markets and great hiking at Minnewaska State Park. We did the "make your own pizza" event on Saturday and then sat around the bonfire and it was fun.

  However there are a couple of things you need to be aware of in order to manage your expectations. These are not bad things as long as you are expecting them.

  1) The Room- the annex is connected to a barn so when you go outside to your patio it will smell like a barn (the smell doesn't come inside).
  2) The Water- the water in the annex smells like sulfur. I've experienced this when staying at other properties in the Hudson valley so I wasn't alarmed by this, but if you aren't aware of this phenomenon it can be an unpleasant surprise. Apparently the water only smells like sulfur in the annex and this is not a problem in the main house. However the sulfur water kind of kills the steam room/shower.
  3) The Rooster- As this is a farm, there are chickens that roam on the property. In the morning the roosters crow and sometimes it will be outside your window since its close to the coop. One morning it sounded like he was right outside our window so I went outside thinking I would convince him to sit somewhere else. However when I opened the door the rooster was sitting on our doorstep! He ran away and then it was quiet and we went back to bed.
  4) The Farm- this is a farm and people work on it. Often times people will be walking around and talking outside the annex (since its attached to the barn and close to the garden). Not a big deal, but it might feel crowded if you arent expecting this level of traffic.

  If you've read this far, congrats! (this is longer than expected) I just wanted to reiterate that we had a good experience here and that we would recommend it to others.

  June 2014
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  Michael

  Hosts were fantastic, very accommodating and easy to talk to. The cabin was excellent. Had all the essentials, very quiet and comfy. Come and go from the property as you please. And the morning we checkout out, we sat with the owners in their kitchen and enjoyed fresh oatmeal molasses cookies right out of the oven -- perfect!

  June 2014
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  Ness

  After being in the city for a year now, this is precisely what I needed. The constriction of the noise and crowds dissipated as soon as I stepped out of the car and looked up at the stars.
  No complaints whatsoever, yet I will warn you, if you are arriving after dark, you or your GPS may have trouble finding the exact location of this camping area. We found the farm easily enough and Beth appeared in the dark to help us get situated even though it was midnight when we finally arrived. I would advise having a printed map for the last 2 miles of your drive.
  You will need ice, a second cooler if more than 4 people and you are planning on cooking yourself, and maybe some sheets or pillows if you wish, headlamps or flashlights, even though there are lights around the camp area. As an experienced camper, I came prepared with all the things I usually take but found that I could have saved myself a big bag by not bringing silverware, dishes, knives, cutting board, french press, etc.
  We took a day and went hiking at Minnewaska State Park but could easily have explored the surrounding areas and seen only a fraction of the landscape.
  It is absolutely enthralling to sleep with the sound of a stream running through your dreams...a real stream, not a sound machine recording! The only noises you will hear are nature (horses, chickens, leaves, and wind), laughter, and perhaps a little of the daily farm work.
  The auras and vibrations from Beth and Tim are of the immediately comforting sort, the kind of feeling you get that you have known someone before. We talked about sustainable living, using the earth in a respectful give-and-take way, and just escaping the grinding millstones of corporate structure.
  I would implore anyone who has an urge to escape to come to one of the camping areas Beth & Tim have built into their beautiful surroundings. In doing so you can be completely assured that the money is helping support a working and loving homestead as opposed to a white-washed pricey getaway.
  A group of eight people that do not know each other that well got along tremendously, and we all agreed as we were parting that this was the best escape that we could have found. Thank you and much love!!!!!!

  June 2014
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  Keith

  We had a fantastic time during our stay here and would recommend it to anyone without hesitation. Generous hosts, magnificent surroundings, lovable dogs. What more could you want. We cooked over a bonfire, relaxed by a waterfall, biked in the woods and slept like babies in the comfortable cabin. Well maintained grounds and professional hosts with a heap of charm in a stunning area. We hope to make it back one day.

  May 2014
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  Dennis

  It was a great time! Exactly what my girlfriend and I needed. Cute little town. We brought the dog and had him run around, hot tub was a huge plus!

  May 2014
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  Saurabh

  Great place to stay!!

  Beth and Tim have a beautiful property perched in a fantastic location. The entire camping experience was exceptional.

  Highly recommended.

  May 2014

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