Halcyon Farm Bed & Breakfast

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Halcyon Farm B&B is 5 miles south of Amsterdam (exit 27 off I-90), in historic Mill Point along the Schoharie river. The 7,000 sq foot Federal brick home, once a tavern, was built from 1790 to 1819 and sits between 300 acres of hay fields and woods and the high "Blue Bank" cliff. The steep stagecoach trail which skirts this cliff survives to this day and is accessible for hiking. Five spacious guest bedrooms have private bathrooms, gas fireplaces, high ceilings, air conditioning & cotton linens. The guest living room and adjoining library have a baby grand piano and a selection of books and boardgames. The new Private Guest Entrance and Gathering Room for small functions have been completed. All rooms and guest areas are equipped with wireless internet and flatscreen wall-mounted TVs with DVDs. A unique selection of family antiques includes memorabilia from John’s great-grandfather, a whaling captain. Enjoy a delicious gourmet breakfast and June's freshly made cookies and hot or iced tea. Arrange for a massage during your stay. We will happily arrange to pick up boaters or bikers - the Mohawk River bike trail (bikeway) at Auriesville is 5 miles and the boat dock at Riverlink Park is 5 miles. Saratoga and Cooperstown are a 40 minute drive. Bridal and baby showers accommodated.

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Halcyon Farm Bed & Breakfast

Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Fish in the Schoharie Creek.
    • Hike the Nordic trails of Charleston State Forest.
    • View the Amish community at work.
    • Visit Schoharie Crossing Nat'l Historic Landmark.
    • Walk the grassy paths along the old Erie Canal.
    • Watch haymaking in summer.
  • Nearest major city: Albany, NY (30 miles Southeast)
  • Directions to property:
    We are 5 miles from I-90.

    Take exit 27 off I-90. After leaving tolls, turn left onto Rte 30 (heading south). At 2 miles bear right (straight) onto Rte 161. At 3 miles turn right onto Lang Road. If you cross the bridge you have gone too far. Brick house is 1/4 mile at end of Lang Road. At the silo, turn left up the hill, left into the circular drive and park in parking area.
  • Nearest major airport: Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County) 30 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    At airport exits, follow signs for 87 South. Make sure to stay in RIGHT lane only for Rte 90 West (Buffalo). Go thru toll plaza. Take exit 27. After leaving tolls, turn left onto Rte 30 (heading south). At 2 miles bear right (straight) onto Rte 161. At 3 miles turn right onto Lang Road. If you cross the bridge you have gone too far. Brick house is 1/4 mile at end of Lang Road. At the silo, turn left up the hill, left into the circular drive and park in parking area.
  • Meeting places:
    • Amsterdam Amtrak (7m)
    • Amsterdam bus stop (5m)
    • Schenectady Amtrak (15m)

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 160.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 160.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 30.00 and $ 35.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi
    • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Telephone
    • Other Amenitites
  • Gas fireplaces in all rooms
  • TV and DVD player in all rooms
  • High speed wireless internet access
  • Guest refridgerator
  • Tennis courts nearby
  • Aerobed available for extra person

    • Meals

    • A Gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 7-9:00 am
    • Breakfast is served in the In Kitchen, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Homemade baked goods, Hot coffee & tea available, Iced coffee & tea
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is allowed outside only
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Accommodations are not suitable for children (Children over 11 welcomed)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (bring your own)
    • Deposit amount required (50% deposit required for 2 nights stay or more. Full deposit required for 1 night stay.)
    • Check in time is 3 pm and Check out time is 11 am
    • Cancellations:
      Deposit will be returned if cancellation is made at least 14 days prior to arrival. $25 administrative fee will be deducted. Early departures will be charged the full amount of stay.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • AAA Three Diamond rated
      • American Historic Inns
      • BedandBreakfast.com "Best of Mid-Atlantic" award 2007
      • Empire State Bed & Breakfast Association
      • Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
      • New York State "Stop & Stay" Tourism program

    Discounts available:
     10%Long StayMinimum stay: 5 days

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): June and John Leonard
      The Leonard family has been in the vegetable farming business for generations. June and John are interested in gardening, entertaining, reading and gourmet cooking.
    • The innkeepers speak: English

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Proctors Theatre (off Broadway shows), Adirondack Park/Great Sacandaga Lake, Mohawk River boat launch/Riverlink Park, Howes Caverns, Cooperstown/Baseball Hall of Fame/Glimmerglass, SPAC/Saratoga/track, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseshoes, Hunting, Snowmobile trails, Berry picking in season, Hiking & ski trails in the Charleston State Forest, Leather outlet shopping, Perennial garden, Vegetable garden, Sight-seeing, Snow shoe trails

    Amsterdam Nearby Cities

    Noted below are the approximate distances from Amsterdam, New York.

    Mariaville B&B's - 8 milesNorthville B&B's - 20 miles
    Sloansville B&B's - 14 milesFort Plain B&B's - 22 miles
    Schenectady B&B's - 15 milesSaratoga Springs B&B's - 23 miles
    Rock City Falls B&B's - 16 milesSaint Johnsville B&B's - 25 miles
    Ballston Spa B&B's - 18 milesStillwater B&B's - 27 miles
    Altamont B&B's - 18 milesTroy B&B's - 29 miles
    Canajoharie B&B's - 20 miles 

    Contact Information

    Halcyon Farm Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
    Halcyon Farm Bed & Breakfast
    157 Lang Road
    Amsterdam, NY 12010
    USA
    Phone: +1-518-842-7718
    Toll-free: +1-800-470-2170
    Innkeeper(s)
    June and John Leonard
    Rates:
    $100 - $160
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    Relax back in the comfortable, high king-sized bed and look out the three large windows which provide a bucolic view of rolling hay fields. The fully adjustable lights at each bedside make reading in bed a dream. In winter keep cozy in front of the fireplace under a fluffy down duvet. Antique desk, love seat, oak armoire, family memorabilia, private bathroom. Other amenities include a flatscreen wall-mounted TV with DVD, Wi-Fi and Crabtree & Evelyn soaps.Magnolia Sitting Area.
    Elegant Schumacher magnolia wallpaper sets the tone for this restful, spacious bedroom appropriately named the Magnolia Room. A Stickley four-poster king sized bed with a Stearns and Foster pillow top mattress is the featured piece. Recline on the antique chaise and take in the verdant view from three large windows which overlook shade trees and fields. In summer stay cool with in room air-conditioning, cotton sheets and Williamsburg matelasse coverlet. Amenities include antique desk, wicker love seat and chair, gas fireplace, wall-mounted flatscreen TV and Wi-Fi. New private bathroom is fully tiled with Kohler shower, pedestal sink. Soak in the bubble tub and gaze out the octagonal window above.Guests comment on their wonderful sleep in the 4-poster Ethan Allen bed with Stearns & Foster pillow top mattress. A curved settee & wing chair provide a comfortable sitting area. The new ceramic tiled bathroom has a glass corner shower & pedestal sink. Years ago, this spacious but unfinished “hidden” room was mysteriously walled off from the upstairs hall. Accessible only through a circuitous back staircase, it was purportedly a stop on the underground railroad. Other amenities include Wi-Fi, flatscreen wall-mounted TV with DVD, air-conditioning, gas fireplace and Waverly decor.
    Large groups will be served a delicous gourmet breakfast at the cherry dining table. The unusual and intricately carved fireplace mantel is original. Antique glass sconces provide a soft glow for intimate breakfast gatherings and several cherished family paintings decorate the walls. Enjoy the view of the valley from three large windows.Most guests choose to eat breakfast in this spacious kitchen dining area which overlooks the valley (large groups may want to use the formal dining room). A unique selection of antique baskets hang from the vaulted ceiling. Chat with June and John as they prepare a delicious meal made from fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs grown on the farm. Some guest favorites include apple-cranberry muffins, vegetable cheddar omelets, creamy scrambled eggs with herbs, spinach-roasted red pepper frittata, fresh red raspberries with cream, baked parmesan potatoes, red raspberry streusel and wholesome buckwheat pancakes with real NY maple syrup.
    The guest living room is solely for the use of our guests! Guests enjoy playing the piano or chatting with friends. Relax in the adjoining library with afternoon tea, June's homemade cookies and a good book.The Rose Room has a Victorian flair with gorgeous rose wallpaper, handsome dark antique furniture and its own private bath. The high, queen-sized cannon ball bed is dressed with pure cotton linens, a warm down duvet in winter and flanked by fully adjustable reading lights. The imposing Eastlake armoire dates from the early 1900s. A charming gas fireplace, loveseat and wing chair provide a cozy reading area. Other amenities include an antique desk, flatscreen wall-mounted TV with DVD, Wi-Fi and Crabtree & Evelyn soaps.
    The Voorhees Room is located on the first floor and is decorated with warm yellow wallpaper and antique oak furniture. This room has lots of morning sunshine. The queen-sized bed is dressed with pure cotton linens, a warm down duvet in winter and is flanked by fully adjustable reading lights. A charming gas fireplace and antique rocker provide a cozy reading area. Other amenities include a writing desk, flatscreen wall-mounted TV with DVD and Wi-Fi. Private bathroom.The Hidden Room bathroom is a private bathroom with tile floor, Kohler corner shower with glass door, pedestal sink, hair dryer, table with drawer, cotton towels, individual thermostat, nightlight and window shutters for privacy. Crabtree & Evelyn soaps.
    The Magnolia Room bathroom is a private bathroom with tile floor, large Kohler shower with glass door, separate bubble tub with air jets, pedestal sink, hair dryer, table with drawer, cotton towels, individual thermostat, nightlight and window shutters for privacy. Bubble bath & salts. Crabtree & Evelyn soaps.The Voorhees Room bathroom is a private bathroom with tile floor, Kohler tub and shower, pedestal sink, hair dryer, full-size bureau, cotton towels, individual thermostat, nightlight and window shutters for privacy. Crabtree & Evelyn soaps.
    The Halcyon Bathroom is a private bathroom with tile floor, Kohler shower with glass door, sink console and vanity, hair dryer, makeup mirror, cotton towels, individual thermostat, nightlight and window shutters for privacy. Crabtree & Evelyn soaps.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • 5 miles from NYS Thruway (Rte 90)
    • Historic brick home
    • Spacious accomodations
    • Working hay farm
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Economical rates
    • Gourmet food
    • Group events
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Federal/Adams
    • Built in 1798
    • Opened for business in 2002
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2001
    • Parking available