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September
8

In the heydey of the Silver (1900-1945) and Golden (1945-1965) Ages of the Catskills, when the region was one of the most famous vacation destinations in the country, there were as many as 20 hotels and boarding houses located in the Willowemoc Valley. Now there is but one, the DeBruce, in the picturesque hamlet of Livingston Manor, NY, to welcome a new boom of Catskills travelers. Built in the 1880s, the DeBruce has gone through many names and transformations throughout the years. Today, this 14-guestroom lodge has become a culinary destination and an elegant retreat with access to hundreds of acres of pristine Catskills Mountains land. The food and the land are closely entwined in the experience the hotel creates for its guests: not only are the guests encouraged to freely explore the surrounding mountains, rivers and trails, but some of the ingredients for the food served at the hotel's restaurant are freshly foraged from the land each morning, inspiring imaginative creations in th...

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September
7

The Catskills are a year-round gem of scenic, natural beauty that is generously on display through all four seasons. Fall is a particularly glorious time of year as stunning foliage blankets the rolling mountains in vibrant hues. Late September through October is the perfect time for leaf-peeping to experience the marvelous fall colors on the mountains. Taking a scenic train ride on the area's historic railroads is one of the easiest ways to enjoy the views. Hop aboard, sit back, and enjoy the ride! In Delaware County, the Delaware & Ulster Railroad (top photo) takes you on a leisurely 2-hour round-trip excursion between Arkville, NY and Roxbury, NY, promising some of the country's most magnificent scenery along the way. Sit comfortably in a vintage coach or enjoy the breeze on an open car. Some rides come with scheduled special events: light-hearted train robberies, twilight rides, and dining for groups. Trains depart on Saturdays and Sundays, and pricing varies between $12 and $20 per passenger. In Ulster County, the Catskill Mountain Railroad Co. (photo below) serves the historic Hudson Valley with exciting recreational rides. Trains depart from Kingston, NY, and run up to Harley Mountain and back with gorgeous views from beginning to end. Vintage passenger trains offer comfort and ease. Special excursions include Foll Foliage Trains (October 7-15), Pumpkin Patch Trains (October 21-29 with a visit to the pumpkin patch where kids can pick their own pumpkin to bring home), and The Polar Express around Christmas (November 17 to December 28). Prices between $12 and $18.
June
30

Along a slightly windy road in what feels like someone's own home lives the a new restaurant, bar and event space called the Catskill Pines. Once home to Tiso's Trattoria, a much beloved Mount Tremper eatery, The Pines has emerged as a meeting space for those who love amazing food, delicious coffee and great music. Created by Jeremy Bernstein, a Woodstock-born musician who performs as Burnell Pines, the space is beautifully decorated with an eclectic selection of vintage and contemporary items including a stunning organ that takes up an entire wall of the main space, the location where instruments are set up for the variety of local talents that have graced the place with music since the early days of its opening.  The hallway and bathrooms are uniquely decorated by local artist Will Lytle, also known as Thorneater Comics, who has created a masterpiece of cultural and personal references represented by stunning illustrations all done by hand directly on the wall. The Pines has recen...

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May
22

The Bull & Garland is an authentic English pub and inn located in Hobart, New York, a tiny rural village known as the "book village" for its eclectic collection of small book stores along Main Street. After opening its doors to the public last fall, the Bull & Garland has become another good reason to visit this corner of the Catskills: tasty traditional pub food in a cozy atmosphere has made the restaurant a smash hit for locals and a destination spot for visitors almost overnight. It's where you go to have a great time with friends around excellent food. Owners Melissa and Oliver lovingly renovated the historic 1830s inn that houses the bar and restaurant as well as three thoughtfully appointed rooms upstairs available for overnight stays. Beautiful touches of history have been preserved throughout: hand-carved wood beams, wide plank floors, dining room fireplace, and antique heirloom decorations and furniture. The pub serves traditional, consistently delicious English pub fare in...

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May
11

  "To find a man's true character, play golf with him." – P.G. Wodehouse The spectacular mountain views and rolling terrain make the Catskills a top destination for golfers. Here you'll find many premier golf facilities with pristine courses, perfect for novices and experts alike. Grab your clubs and join us for world class golfing. It's an annual tradition for some - that weekend where you get away from it all to focus on the perfect putt on the most amazing greens. After the game, a cool drink at the clubhouse enjoying a breathtaking mountain view completes your relaxing day. It's a golfer's dream. Which one of our beautiful golf courses will be your favorite?

Delaware County

  • College Golf Course at Delhi (85 Scotch Mountain Road, Delhi, NY 13753, 607-746-4653) Premier 18-hole public course in classic 1960's design with challenging, undulating green...

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