The perfect gift for every occasion

  • 1800's Carriage House overlooking the pond
    Moss Room - Full size bed, full pull out futon, private bath. Comfortably sleep to the sound of trickling fresh spring water and awake to a spectacular view of the pond and foothills out side your window.
    Rosa Room - King Bed, fold out double futon, private bathroom with shower & clawfoot tub. Sleep comfortably to the sound of trickling water right out side your window and awake to the spectacular view of the foothills.
    Relax in the Rosa Room
    Bathroom - Rosa Room - Walk in shower not shown in picture....
    Yummy Energizing Botanical Breakfast at the Barn - Chia Pudding with sprouted buckwheat, bananas, blueberries, and freshly made almond/brazil nut mylk - served with popeye's carribean smoothies and carrot-pumpkin bread......organic, gluten-free, plant-based whole foods.......
    More Breakfasts at the Barn
    Autumn Walk up the Hill........
    Sunset over the pond

    • Address 8052 County Highway 18
      Bloomville, NY 13739
      USA
    • Phone+1-607-538-1235
    • EmailContact Innkeeper
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    Turquoise Barn is a Green Certified, Bed & Breakfast/Retreat located in the Catskills on an organic farm, specializing in organic plant-based, whole food cuisine. Guests can spend the week or weekend in our converted 1800’s artist designed & furnished Carriage House. Each room has a private bath and incredible views. And for the budget minded, a space in our former milk house turned Hostel is also available to rent, or choose “luxury” Camping on the farm. We also offer a variety of healthy plant-based cooking classes & retreats for individuals interested in learning easy & simple ways to incorporate more whole, plant based & wild foods into their diet. Our Gallery/Shop is located on the premises and filled with an eclectic selection of handcrafted furniture, jewelry, art, wood products, and collectibles, as well as local products such as raw honey, beeswax candles & soaps - organic eggs & produce is also available at our farm stand.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 2 Reviews

    5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Back to nature

    November 08, 2010

    Atmosphere is earthy and comfortable. Food is excellent. And the hosts are terrific! Oh and the general atmosphere inside and out are so peaceful.

    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing food and beautiful rooms

    October 28, 2010

    You will love this place - the rooms are amazing, the family are very friendly and welcoming. And the food is sublime.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Michelle Premura Michael Milton

    Innkeepers Description:

    We are two artists: Michael is a painter, sculptor and woodworker. Michelle is a sculptor, jeweler, and vegan raw food chef & teacher, gardener. We are both interested in sustainability and green living.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    Chickens & Cats (outdoor only) Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $145 - $160

    Rosa Room

    Rosa Room - Large space with King Bed & Full Futon Pull out, private bathroom, claw foot bath tub separate walk-in shower. Organic cotton bed linens, tasteful decor, amazing view of mountains, watch the moon rise, fall asleep to the sound of water trickling from the pond overflow.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King, 1 Double

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    Moss Room

    Moss Room - Large Serene Room with Queen Size bed & Full futon pull-out, private bathroom, organic cotton bed linens, tasteful decor. Amazing view of the pond & mountains, watch the moon rise, fall asleep to the soothing sound of the water trickle from the pond overflow.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen, 1 Double

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 p.m.    Check Out: 11:00 a.m.

    • Minimum Stay: 2 nites - 3 nites on holiday weekends (or pay extra fee)

    • Deposit Amount Required: Payment equivalent to 1 nights lodging or half the balance of your stay (whichever is greater) is required to hold your reservation. Full payment is due 14 days prior to arrival.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations received prior to 14 days receive a full refund (less processing fee) of $25. 7 days 50% refund less $50 processing fee, Less than 7 days refund is non-refundable - if we are able to rebook the room we will refund 50% minus $50 processing fee

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 2 Reviews

    5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Back to nature

    November 08, 2010

    Atmosphere is earthy and comfortable. Food is excellent. And the hosts are terrific! Oh and the general atmosphere inside and out are so peaceful.

    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing food and beautiful rooms

    October 28, 2010

    You will love this place - the rooms are amazing, the family are very friendly and welcoming. And the food is sublime.


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  • Location Type

    • Pond

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    City - New York City

    • Distance to city: 180 miles

    • Directions to property:
      3 hours from NYC 1.5 hours from Albany, Kingston, & Binghamton

    Airport

    • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County) 90 miles


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame

    • Butterfly Museum

    • Rare & Used Book Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Antique shopping

    • Farm visits/Farm Stands

    • Blueberry picking

    • Massage, Yoga, Reikki/Cranal Sacral

    • Plant-Based Food Prep Classes & Consultations

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Historic Inn

    • Homestay Bed and Breakfast

    • Agritourism

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    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    Property highlights

    • Close Proximity to NYC

    • Fresh Spring Water

    • Healthy Food Prep Classes

    • Organic Farm

    • Sunsets

    • Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw Food Meals

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • Alarm clock

    • Board games

    • Library

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    Guest room(s)

    • In-room internet

    • Fridge

    • Internet Service

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Clawfoot bathtub

    • Swimming Pond

    • Fire pit

    • Fresh Spring Water Through out the house

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Organic Plant Based Whole Foods

    • Time Served: 8:30-9:00

    • Serving Location: Outdoor Patio overlooking Pond,Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    Signature Dish

    Green Smoothie and Chia Pudding
    A really tastey and nutritious morning elixer! Even Kids Love Em..... Recipe varies depending on season. Drink includes fresh fruit and greens blended together in a beautifully delicious smoothie. The fruit masks the flavor of the green and all you taste is delicious sweet fruits. Some of the ingredients used include: banana, apples, mango, papaya, kiwi, grapes and spinach, kale, collards, lettuce, cukes. We serve this with our chia pudding with freshly made in the morning almond/brazil mylk, sprouted buckwheat, fresh fruit, and special toppings or a delicious Jamaican style porridge made with millet & coconut mylk. All ingredients will be organic, from our garden or local when possible. We cater to most dietary restrictions including gluten-free, sugar-free, soy-free, vegetarian, vegan, raw & living foods.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Organic, Gluten Free

    • Veggie - Vegan, Raw

    Additional food services

    • Botanical Culinary Workshops

    • Retreats & Workshops

    • Transitioning to a Healthy Diet Workshop

    • Vegetarian/Vegan Raw Food Prep Workshop

    Recipes

    Beverage

    Fresh Almond Mylk
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 15 minutes

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