Hudson Valley Rose Bed and Breakfast

Name: Hudson Valley Rose Bed and Breakfast
Address: 570 Union School Road, Middletown, NY, 10941, US
Telephone: +18453617116

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A picturesque bed and breakfast housed in an 1847 Georgian stone house romantically set on 60 acres The perfect NYC getaway.

A picturesque bed and breakfast housed in an 1847 Georgian stone house romantically set on 60 acres of farm and woodland.

05/08/2026

This morning, the field was still.

Not a single hoof stirring—just a quiet herd, resting.

Horses don’t lie down unless they feel safe.

So this? This is trust.

They can doze standing up, but only lie down for their deepest sleep—and only for short stretches at a time. Often, one stays alert while the others rest.

A gentle reminder that even the most powerful creatures need to fully rest sometimes.

What are you up to this weekend? We’ll be laying down a picnic blanket by the pastures.

05/04/2026

They’ve arrived… and they’re settling in beautifully. 🐎🌿

For the first time in a few seasons, a small herd of horses is once again grazing the fields at Hudson Valley Rose — just as they did here before the pandemic.

If you’re visiting this spring through early fall, you may notice a quieter rhythm to the land… a slower pace set by four hooves and open pasture.

A few things you might not know (but will soon feel):

🐎 Horses are natural landscape stewards. Their grazing patterns can actually help maintain healthy fields — trimming grasses in a way that encourages biodiversity rather than depleting it.
🐎 They’re deeply perceptive animals. Studies show horses can read human body language and emotional cues with surprising accuracy — so yes, they do notice you noticing them.
🐎 And perhaps our favorite: horses rest standing up, but dream lying down. If you catch one stretched out in the grass, you’re witnessing a rare and vulnerable moment of true rest.

There’s something quietly magical about sharing space with them again. Not an “activity,” not a spectacle — just a return to something timeless.

If you’re staying with us, wander down by the open fields before sitting down for breakfast with us, or at golden hour. No itinerary needed.

04/11/2026

Not all treasures in the Hudson Valley sit above ground.

While preparing our farm enclosure — getting ready to welcome a few gentle equestrian grazers this spring — we uncovered this remarkable piece of stone, quietly tucked beneath the soil for who knows how long.

Look closely… those delicate fan shapes and curved ridges aren’t just patterns — they’re fossils. Ancient imprints of marine life, likely brachiopods or shellfish, from a time when this entire region was covered by a shallow sea over 380 million years ago.

A few things we love about this find:
 • The Hudson Valley was once part of an ancient seabed during the Devonian period 🌊 • These fossils formed as sediment slowly buried shells, preserving their shapes in stone 🐚 • Every piece is unique—a small, natural archive of a world long before the stone house was built in 1847

There’s something grounding about holding a piece of deep time in your hands… especially on land now preparing for new life again.

From ancient seas to future pastures—this little corner of the Valley keeps revealing its stories.

If anyone knows more about formations like this in our region, we’d be so curious to learn

04/10/2026

In the Hudson Valley, time doesn’t rush. It stretches, lingers and glows a little golden around the edges.

When one of our old trees finally gave in to the seasons, we couldn’t quite say goodbye. So we did something a little curious, a little romantic — we turned its stump into a sundial.

It feels fitting for this magical place. The Hudson Valley has long had a quiet relationship with time — from old estates and river towns to garden paths where shadows move slowly across stone (we’ve always loved the ones tucked into places like Stonecrop Gardens).

Long before clocks, sundials marked the day by sunlight alone — a gentle, patient way of keeping time.

Sundials were a mark of refinement. In the 1800s, homes like our 1847 stone house often featured sundials as a quiet symbol of intellect, taste, and an appreciation for the natural world.

Ours now sits in an open patch of field, catching the valley light as it drifts from morning into evening.

It’s a small moment, but also an invitation — to slow down, to wander, to notice.

Time moves a little differently here. Come on up, and experience it for yourselves.

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02/15/2026

Many visitors come to the Hudson Valley and Catskills for the outdoors, arts, culture, history, and quaint villages.

As innkeepers here for nearly a decade, we love sharing the area — and sometimes we gush about Middletown, NY, just 15 minutes away. While not the main draw for a romantic weekend, it has its own low-key charm.

Chartered in 1888 as a rail hub to NYC and Pennsylvania, Middletown’s handsome brick downtown still tells its 19th-century story. Trace North and Main Streets: brick facades, old signage, a slightly time-warped energy. Not Rhinebeck-polished or Beacon-arty — quieter, more lived-in, slow-burn.

History highlights:
* Gothic-style Middletown Thrall Library — an original Carnegie library (funded by Andrew Carnegie to provide free public access to books and learning), still quietly grand inside.
* Paramount Theatre of Middletown (1930) channels old-school small-town Broadway energy.
* Clemson Bros Brewery revives an 1800s Prohibition-era name in a restored industrial building.

Shopping & nostalgia:
* Rock Fantasy — vinyl, band tees, vintage pinball.
* Worn Books — tiny, chaotic, perfect.
* Vintage shops: curated attics full of antiques and oddities.

Food & drink:
* Fashion Wok — dumplings, pork buns, bánh mì, spring rolls.
* Croissant Bakery & Cafe — fruit creams, ganaches, laminated pastries rivaling Brooklyn bakeries.
* Taiwanway — bubble tea, matcha cake, and nowhere to be.

Evening:
* Cucina e Vino — cozy, candlelit Italian.
* Brewery — hazy IPAs and bold stouts.
* Oak & Reed Downtown — seasonal New American plates and craft cocktails.

Today, Middletown is compact, quietly creative, and genuinely local. Perfect for wandering, conversation, and letting the afternoon unfold.

That’s our kind of leisure day in the Hudson Valley.

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02/08/2026

Winter mornings in the Hudson Valley always have a bit of magic to them.

With this weekend’s subzero temperatures, our humble little bird feeder has been the proverbial neighborhood water cooler, with non-stop visits from blue jays, chickadees, titmice, nuthatches, cardinals and woodpeckers.

In particular, a red-bellied woodpecker we’ve named Rebel has been holding court here, and he’s mesmerizing to watch. Nature has accorded this fascinating creature some unique adaptations:

- 🍃 Woodpeckers have zygodactyl feet (two toes forward, two back)
- 🥁They drum at speeds up to 100 strokes per minute
- 🌲 Their shock-absorbing skulls can endure 10G’s of force
- 🪶 To prevent brain damage, their brains are packed tightly in a small, spongy skull with minimal room to rattle. A “safety belt” third eyelid closes just before impact to protect their eyes.
- 🐛 Their long, barbed, glue-coated tongues can extend over 4 inches (long enough to wrap around their heads!) to extract insects

Rebel is our reminder that even in the stillness of winter, life is quietly carrying on, just outside our windows.

Come on up and go crunching through fresh snow in the Shawangunks or simply watch flakes fall from our stone house by a crackling fire.

However you do winter, the Hudson Valley is serving main-character energy right now.

Staring out at a badass woodpecker is certainly icing on the cake. ❄️

03/31/2025

Life is a waffle party when your spring break staycation involves a spirited visit to iconic Severance filming locations. We had such a great time that we put together this Hudson Valley Severance Weekend itinerary for fellow fans:

FRIDAY AFTERNOON:

1. Check in at our B&B, drop your bags, and browse our curated book selection on the Hudson Valley and Catskills.
2. Read about Minnewaska State Park, aka “Woe’s Hollow” (S2E4), and learn the history of the Shawangunks.
3. Brush up on the history of Kingston, portrayed as Kier. Fun fact: It was NY’s first capital in 1777.

SATURDAY MORNING:

4. Breakfast at Phoenicia Diner, aka Pip’s Bar & Grille (S1E1, S2E2). Try the fluffy pancakes and Boston cream pie.

SATURDAY EARLY AFTERNOON:

5. See the Rondout Train Trestle (S2E5).
6. Walk the Kingston–Port Ewen Suspension Bridge, crossed by Mark in multiple episodes.
7. Sit on the Cornell Park bench where Irving pondered life (S1E8).
8. Visit the Waterfront at the Strand, aka Irving’s apartment exterior.

SATURDAY LATE AFTERNOON:

9. Shop at Red Owl Collective, aka Great Doors Co. (S2E2). Expect cool vintage finds and owl memorabilia.
10. Dinner at Eng’s (Zufu in S2E6), Kingston’s oldest Chinese restaurant. Dining-in available for dinner only.

SUNDAY MORNING:

11. Request an early breakfast at our B&B, then hike Sam’s Point, where Irving’s dream sequence was filmed. Reserve a day pass if driving.

SUNDAY AFTERNOON:

12. Stroll around Lake Minnewaska—imagine the innies trudging across it when frozen.
13. Visit Awosting Falls, “The Tallest Waterfall on the Planet,” according to Mr. Milchick.

There you have it—a weekend to remember for any Severance fan. If you’ve visited these spots, let us know.

Because your work is mysterious and important.

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All other images our own.

01/29/2025

Many friends and acquaintances who have yet to stay with us often ask what the experience is like. With the Feb 14 weekend round the corner, we thought we’d attempt to put that into words.

So, put on your silk sleep mask and AirPods, and picture Ewan McGregor or Bradley Cooper reading the following…

Imagine this: A dreamy Valentine’s escape just 70 miles from NYC, where winding country roads lead you to romance, relaxation, and the ultimate cozy weekend.

1. Arrive to a warm welcome with your favorite snacks and a drink in hand, setting the tone for a weekend of indulgence. 🧃 🍿

2. Grab your mugs and proceed to lounge by the fire in the living room. In the mood for a board game, puzzle or adult coloring session? Take your pick from the games library. ☕️ 🧩

3. After dinner at a local farm-to-table restaurant, choose your perfect unwind moment: A Japanese-style copper soaking tub (Manchester Cottage), a vintage clawfoot tub (Ashley Room), a modern minimalist tub (Wilkison Room), or an invigorating, freestanding air tub (Clarkson Room)… each in a uniquely designed room tailored for romance. 🛀 💦

4. Treat yourselves to a couples massage with the fire crackling in the fireplace. 🔥

5. Wake to the sounds of chickadees, woodpeckers, blue jays and scurrying chipmunks, and indulge in a three-course gourmet breakfast, served at your leisure. 🍳 🫖 🥞 ☕️

6. Feeling happily stuffed? Stroll the snowy farm estate on snowshoes, and engage in some nest spotting up in the bare trees. 🐿️❄️🦅

7. Then, catch a vibrant sunset during the golden hour. ☀️

If the weather conditions are right, we’ll gather some firewood and make some s’mores. 🪵🔥

Make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable. Come if you’re curious, stay if you fall in love with the Hudson Valley the way we did.

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01/20/2025

Winter is a lovely time for innkeepers — we get to recharge, refresh and revitalize ourselves and our business.

This week’s project is to curate a visual smorgasbord of things and places to see, do, eat and drink within driving distance of our bed and breakfast.

As you can imagine, even one giant pinboard is insufficient to showcase all that our region has to offer. We feel we did good though, and will likely curate this tourism board over the coming years.

Below are the places of interest we are featuring this year. Local business owners — if you run the social channels below and would like to share your most recent brochures, postcards, events with us, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We’d be glad to display them in our guest library.

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01/06/2025

Winter is in full swing!

For those of us who love the feel of fresh snow under our feet, there’s a fun, accessible nature activity that refreshes the mind, body and soul all at once: snowshoeing. ❄️ 🥾

Here in the Hudson Valley, beautiful snowscapes are all around us.

From the moment you step out of our 1847 stone house or the Manchester Cottage, down the picturesque driveway, and to the country roads and barns within a mile’s radius of our farm, the peaceful sights, sounds and scents envelop you like a wintry forest bath.

The next time you stay with us, let us know if you’d like to give it a whirl. Complimentary snowshoe rental is available at a first-come-first-served basis.

A few snowshoeing 101 tips while we’re at it:

1. Keep feet apart to avoid tripping over the edges of the snowshoes. 🧍‍♂️🧍‍♀️

2. Lift knees higher than usual when walking. 🚶‍♀️🚶

3. Keep stride even with shorter steps. Snowshoes have a wide surface and taking big steps may cause you to trip or get off balance. 👟

4. Deep snow can make snowshoeing more strenuous. Go slow, take breaks, and stay hydrated. It’s the journey and not the destination that counts.🥤🧃

5. If you’re going on a longer trek, it’s always best to make sure someone knows your planned route and return time. 🏃‍♂️

6. Nothing is worse than wet feet in the snow. Make sure your boots are waterproof and insulated. 👢🥾

Here’s to a happy, healthy and active 2025! 🎉

Address

570 Union School Road
Middletown, NY
10941

Telephone

+18453617116

Website

https://www.hudsonvalleyrose.com/

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