WhistleWood Horse Farm Bed & Breakfast 52 Pells Road Rhinebeck New York 12572 USA http://www.whistlewood.com Phone: +1-845-876-6838 Fax: +1-845-876-5513

General Information

WhistleWood Farm- a unique departure from the ordinary B&B. The farm is set on a hilltop in Rhinebeck, part of NY's historic hudson valley. We offer you a private retreat from the hustle of your everyday life, only two hours north of Manhattan.
Decks, pastoral views, wildflower gardens, a setting for solitude or lively conversations. Pull up a chair on the deck to enjoy the views. Explore the woodland trails, play tennis next door aat the Rhinebeck Tennis Club, golf at the near-by Red Hook Golf Club or just relax!
The Lodge-A fieldstone fireplace-a crackling fire, spacious rooms with antique furnishings, beamed ceilings, handmade colorful, quilts, orientals and Indian blankets. Acorn rockers sit on the sunny front porch, and decks with peaceful views welcome you. Maggie's eclectic tastes and collections help you feel at home. Come enjoy our warm hospitality in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Lodge Rooms
• There are 6 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 90.00 and $ 175.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 130.00 and $ 310.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 50.00
• Other Accommodations: Rooms
  CARRIAGE HOUSE - Peaceful country atmosphere, Two luxury suites, rustic decor enhanced with antiques. Common library, country kitchen Two separate bedrooms, both have stone fireplaces, whirlpool baths and private bluestone patios. Enjoy pastoral views of horses and pastures from your patio or the fireside. The kitchen is equiped with goodies for your convience. Reserve one room or take the whole house for the family or friends getaway. Totally air conditioned and heated, all room here have DVD/VCR and MP3 players.

Amenities

Meals

• A Full Country breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:30 am to 10:00 am
• Breakfast is served in the Decks, Patio's, Breakfast/dining area
• Additional food services included in room rate: Coffee and Teas, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: Cakes and cookies, Dessert table,pies
• Our signature dish is Maggie's Buttermilk Griddle Cakes
  Light and fluffy, melt in your mouth silver dollar size pancakes, top with our freshly sliced fruit salad and some Maple syrup. Yum!

Policies

• Minimum stay required (two-night min weekends, three-night minimum on Holiday weekends.)
• Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Outside, on the decks,)
• Limited accommodations for guest pets (Advance Notice,Housebroken, $5.00 per night, kennel available)
• Limitations on children staying (Quiet intimate atmosphere and privacy limit age of children)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Please, Bring Your Own)
• Deposit amount required (Credit Card held as deposit for seven days, by then we must recieve a check for 50%.)
• Check in time is 3 pm to 7 pm and Check out time is 11:30 am
• Cancellations:
  An acceptance of your deposit is the confirmation of your reservation. A credit card # as temporary deposit for ten days, by then we must receive a check for 50%. Deposits, less $20.00 will be refunded only if cancellation is made 14 days in advance. Upon booking - Three rooms or more the cancellation fee is 20% and Non-Refundable

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Country Lodge
• Built in 1960
• Opened for business in 1984
• Restored / Remodeled in 2002
• Access for the disabled is limited
• Parking available (Lots of Parking for at least 100 vehicles)

Location

• Geographic region: Hudson River Valley
• Location is best described as: Countryside, Lakeside, Ranch, Small town, Wine country
  
• Nearest major city: Rhinebeck, NY (2 miles West)
• Directions to property:
  From the Taconic Parkway - Exit Rt. 199 West (Rhinebeck/Red Hook) go 4 miles to traffic light. At light bear left on Rte. 308 West, go 3 miles, turn right at crossroads (Pells Rd.) and WhistleWood Farm sign continue to the fifth driveway on the right come up the hill to the main lodge. From Rhinebeck - At the center traffic light in Rhinebeck turn East on Market Street/Rte. 308 and go 3 miles East, turn left onto Pells Rd., go to the fifth driveway on the right, come up the hill to the main lodge.
• Nearest major airport: SWF 45 miles
• Directions from airport:
  From NYS Thruway (Rte. 87) - Exit 19 Kingston, go to traffic circle take 1st exit Rte. 28 West 1/2 mile to Rte. 209 (Northeast) over the Kingston/Rhinecliff Bridge to 2nd light and turn right on 9G south go about 21/2 miles to Rte. 308 East, at the end of the exit ramp turn left on 308 East. Go 1 mile to crossroads (Pells Rd.) and sign WhistleWood Farm turn left go to fifth driveway on the right, come up the hill and your at your home away from home.
• Meeting places:
  • Airport
  • Train

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Maggie
  I've always been a bit of a tomboy and love nature, animals and people. Collecting country antiques, gardening, taking care of horses and dogs, keeps me quite busy here on the farm. Sharing my farm with my guests and meeting folks is always a pleasure especially when they share some of their experiences.
• The innkeepers speak: Some German, Some Spanish, English, German, Spanish
• There are 3 cats on the property
• There are 3 dogs on the property
• Other pet(s) on the property: 7 Horses and a Donkey

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Movie Theater, National/State parks, Nature area, Historic & Mansion sites, Kayaking , Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome , Golfing , River Cruises, Biking and Hiking, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Tennis courts