Your Best Catskills Weekend
Restaurants
Approximately 2 min drive (you can even walk!) from Birch Creek House, this cozy and rustic restaurant is perfect for hearty meals in a fun atmosphere (we prefer dining in to take out!).
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Peekamoose
8373 NY-28Approximately 2 min drive (you can even walk!) from Birch Creek House, this cozy and rustic restaurant is perfect for hearty meals in a fun atmosphere (we prefer dining in to take out!).
Brooklyn based chef and chocolatier Jean François recently opened up this coffee shop and patisserie-- make sure to grab a latté and a pastry or sandwich. Our favorite is the everything croissant with lox! (Bonus! There are several vegetarian options the gluten free chocolate is legit too!)
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Café marguerite
746 Main StBrooklyn based chef and chocolatier Jean François recently opened up this coffee shop and patisserie-- make sure to grab a latté and a pastry or sandwich. Our favorite is the everything croissant with lox! (Bonus! There are several vegetarian options the gluten free chocolate is legit too!)
This no frills spot is mega popular with the locals- the pizza and calzones are amazing!
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Oakley's Wood-Fired Pizza & Grill
44681 NY-28This no frills spot is mega popular with the locals- the pizza and calzones are amazing!
For hearty pasta and Italian fare, Trattoria Locale (located up the street from Home Goods of Margaretville and Café Marguerite) look no further!
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Trattoria Locale
42287 Main StFor hearty pasta and Italian fare, Trattoria Locale (located up the street from Home Goods of Margaretville and Café Marguerite) look no further!
A bit further of a hike (about 40 min from Birch Creek House) this design-y bar and coffee shop gives off major Brooklyn vibes!
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Hollow
A bit further of a hike (about 40 min from Birch Creek House) this design-y bar and coffee shop gives off major Brooklyn vibes!
Roughly 30 min from Birch Creek House but worth it if you plan to spend the day sightseeing in historic Woodstock!
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SILVIA
42 Mill Hill RdRoughly 30 min from Birch Creek House but worth it if you plan to spend the day sightseeing in historic Woodstock!
If you're skiing at Hunter and want a taste of city-level cuisine, check out the restaurant at Scribner's Lodge! On the pricier side, but so worth it!
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The Prospect
13 Scribner Hollow RdIf you're skiing at Hunter and want a taste of city-level cuisine, check out the restaurant at Scribner's Lodge! On the pricier side, but so worth it!
World famous and just 15 minutes away! (If you can't make it, we have their cookbook stocked in the kitchen at Birch Creek House!) We recommend going early as there is usually a line!
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Phoenicia Diner
5681 NY-28World famous and just 15 minutes away! (If you can't make it, we have their cookbook stocked in the kitchen at Birch Creek House!) We recommend going early as there is usually a line!
The Pines
5327 NY-212One of our favorite outdoor areas to dine and drink at!
We're obsessed with the modern rustic design of this boutique hotel- and the restaurant and bar is INCREDIBLE. Beware- it's tapas/small plates style, so be prepared to share!
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Urban Cowboy Lodge
37 Alpine RdWe're obsessed with the modern rustic design of this boutique hotel- and the restaurant and bar is INCREDIBLE. Beware- it's tapas/small plates style, so be prepared to share!
If you're making the trip to Andes to antique- lunch or dinner here is a must!
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The Andes Hotel
110 Main StIf you're making the trip to Andes to antique- lunch or dinner here is a must!
Straight from the source- enough said! (They also have wood-fired pizza!)
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Bread Alone Bakery
3962 NY-28Straight from the source- enough said! (They also have wood-fired pizza!)
The seeded sourdough is our fave- but the pastries are amazing too!
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Wilson's Bread
143 Main StThe seeded sourdough is our fave- but the pastries are amazing too!
Shopping
Not THAT Home Goods-- this artisanal and organic grocer has all the obscure kitchen essentials you won't find at the Key Food like locally produced Clark's Milk and Wilson's Bread, amongst high end kitchen equipment. Think Williams Sonoma but with local products! Owner Jess grew up in the area and is a talented cook, so hit her with any recipe questions or baking advice you might have!
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Home Goods of Margaretville
784 Main StNot THAT Home Goods-- this artisanal and organic grocer has all the obscure kitchen essentials you won't find at the Key Food like locally produced Clark's Milk and Wilson's Bread, amongst high end kitchen equipment. Think Williams Sonoma but with local products! Owner Jess grew up in the area and is a talented cook, so hit her with any recipe questions or baking advice you might have!
bluecashew Kitchen Homestead
37 N Front StThe best spot for unique finds for the home!
Bookshop, beer hall AND coffee shop-- located on the most historic corner of Kingston!
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Rough Draft Bar & Books
82 John StBookshop, beer hall AND coffee shop-- located on the most historic corner of Kingston!
One of the best curations of vintage clothing for both men and women I've ever seen!
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Clementine Vintage Clothing
7 Main StOne of the best curations of vintage clothing for both men and women I've ever seen!
Caralista Shop + Studios
119 Main StI want everything in this art gallery/boutique!
The large French summer camp sign in the guest bedroom? From here!
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This and That
110 Main StThe large French summer camp sign in the guest bedroom? From here!
Kabinett & Kammer
422 Main StPick up their coffee table book while you're there!
The Stonehouse
92 Main StOne of our faves for artful and upstate-y home goods!
Tay Tea
159 Main StThe Better Than Sex is well- you know!
Stephanie created the dinnerware at Williamsburg, BK's Michelin star restaurant Aska- and all her creations are one of a kind!
Stephanie Charlene Ceramics
131 Main StStephanie created the dinnerware at Williamsburg, BK's Michelin star restaurant Aska- and all her creations are one of a kind!
Flora Beauty
36 John StClean and natural beauty in a gorgeous apothecary!
Outdoor Activities
The closest ski mountain (5 minutes!) and reliably less crowded than Hunter! In the summer, it becomes Belleayre Beach and you can hang at the lake!
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Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
181 Galli Curci RdThe closest ski mountain (5 minutes!) and reliably less crowded than Hunter! In the summer, it becomes Belleayre Beach and you can hang at the lake!
Hunter Mountain
25-30 min from Birch Creek House!
Kaaterskill Falls
One of the most iconic hikes in the Catskills!
If you're looking for a hike with a view- look no further!
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Overlook Mountain Trailhead
353 Meads Mountain RdIf you're looking for a hike with a view- look no further!
Rochester Hollow Trailhead
You can rent skis or snowshoes right across the street at Jimmy’s ski shop! (Pro tip: In the winter months this is SUPER popular and they will sell out-- be there when they open at 8am to make sure you can get your hands on something)
Belleayre Crosscountry Trails
50 Galli Curci RdYou can rent skis or snowshoes right across the street at Jimmy’s ski shop! (Pro tip: In the winter months this is SUPER popular and they will sell out-- be there when they open at 8am to make sure you can get your hands on something)
Seager Trailhead
Dry Brook RoadKelly hollow trail
Mill Brook RoadBalsam Mountain
Tremper Mountain Trail
Tremper Mountain TrailGiant Ledge Trailhead
Oliverea RoadBreweries & Distilleries
Not actually IN Woodstock- a great spot to stop at after Phoenicia Diner (they're basically next door!)
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Woodstock Brewing
5581 NY-28Not actually IN Woodstock- a great spot to stop at after Phoenicia Diner (they're basically next door!)
West Kill Brewing
2173 Spruceton RdOur favorite beer is the Kaaterskill!
Union Grove Distillery
43311 NY-28Roscoe Beer Co.
145 Rockland RdCatskill Brewery
672 Old Rte 17Wayside Cider
55 Redden LnDo Good Spirits
10 Union StreetGrocery Stores
Saturdays 9am-1pm in the warm months
Since its inception in 1991, the market has consistently been a popular shopping and socializing spot for locals residents, weekenders and even celebrities from near and far.
Among the many products featured at the market (depending on the season) are goods that are grown on local, organic and sustainable farms and crate farms. Items offered include: pasture-raised meats, trout, cheeses, breads as well as bedding plants for your garden and patio.
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Pakatakan Farmers Market
46676 NY-30Saturdays 9am-1pm in the warm months
Since its inception in 1991, the market has consistently been a popular shopping and socializing spot for locals residents, weekenders and even celebrities from near and far.
Among the many products featured at the market (depending on the season) are goods that are grown on local, organic and sustainable farms and crate farms. Items offered include: pasture-raised meats, trout, cheeses, breads as well as bedding plants for your garden and patio.
Freshtown
36 Bridge StA quick 15 min drive from Birch Creek House
May 8 – November 20
EVERY SATURDAY
9am – 2pm
December – April
EVERY OTHER SATURDAY
10am – 2pm
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Kingston Farmers Market
285 Wall StMay 8 – November 20
EVERY SATURDAY
9am – 2pm
December – April
EVERY OTHER SATURDAY
10am – 2pm
Mother Earth's Storehouse
300 Kings Mall CtThe closest you'll get to a Whole Foods up here!
Wine + Liquor Stores
Margaretville Liquor Store
774 Main StWild Common Wine
49 Main StFleischmann's Supermarket
1050 Main St