Area Attractions and Things to Do

Columbia County, situated between the Hudson River and the Berkshire Mountains in upstate New York, is well known for its open spaces and agricultural heritage and is a perfect place for your vacation getaway at Thyme in the Country. Farmlands, orchards, scenic views and quaint small towns are all part of what draws travelers to the Hudson Valley looking for a simpler, more natural way of living with a creative and quirky flair. There is an eclectic variety of shopping in one-of-a-kind stores where the word “chain” is never spoken. Restaurants are first-class eateries where farm-to-table dining is considered a norm. This is a great place to wander on foot, on bike, or by car.

Any time of the year is a good time to visit Hudson, NY. It is considered to have some of the most historic architecture in New York State, and America’s history had its foundations along the Hudson River. There are many historic sites to explain it to you firsthand. Take a river cruise; enjoy a hot air balloon ride; go to a play; spend a day picking fruit; tour wineries, distilleries or a brewery; and attend a farm festival with your children. You will have fun and help out the local economy of people working together on the challenging task of keeping this county so beautiful and liveable.

Things to do at the B&B: [Read Details…]

Explore nature with the coming of spring
See first hand how a cow is milked
Read….in front of the fire
Have a massage
Take a bubble bath
Tour the vegetable gardens
Play badminton, tetherball
Nap in a Hammock
Have a campfire
Take beautiful photographs
Paint, sketch a picture…the scenery is lovely

Things to do in our Neighborhood: [Read Details…]

Visit The Nature Institute
Hawthorne Valley School
Columbia Land Conservancy: Find nearby areas for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and many walking trails to follow
Art Omi Outdoor sculpture and more
Hudson Chatham Winery : Wine tastings every weekend, (518) 392-9463
Hudson Berkshire Beverage Trail : Sample locally produced wines, beers and vodka.
Hudson, NY, only 6 miles from Thyme in the Country – A small, riverfront city with roots in the 18th-century whaling industry, Hudson is now an ideal destination for art, antiques, boutiques, architecture, and farm-to-table food. The city prides itself on supporting small and local businesses, some of which can be found in the area’s historic homes. Featuring farmers’ markets, fairs, festivals, and a variety of events, you will surely find exactly what you enjoy!
Catamount Aerial Adventure Park
GOLFING Copake Country Club, 44 Golf Course Road Copake Lake, NY 12521 ph.518-325-4338 stunningly designed 18-hole Golf Course is enveloped by the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, the shores of Copake Lake,and the unequalled vistas of Columbia County in upstate New York.

Attend an Auction

Copake Auction 266 Route 7A Copake, New York 12516

Looking for Night Life? [Read Details…]

Club Helsinki, 518-828-4800
Basilica Hudson, NY

Eat Organic Food: [Read Details…]

Main Street Public House, 12 Main Street Philmont, NY
Local 111 Restaurant
Grazin Restaurant

Visit nearby Farms; bring home fresh food: [Read Details…]

Cowberry Crossing: Biodynamic meats, Vegetables and eggs
Farm at Millers Crossing: Organic produce 518-851-2331
Hawthorne Valley: Biodynamic Farm and Farm Market
Columbia County Bounty a web site listing farms with local produce and restaurants with local food

Follow our Local Beverage Trail visit wineries, a brewery, distilleries

Harvest Distillery at Golden Harvest Farms, 3074 US Route 9 Valatie, NY 12184contact: info@harvestspirits.com They make AppleJack, Brandy and Vodka Tasting room open for tastings and sales every Saturday and Sunday 12 – 5 pm.
Hillrock Estate Distillery making Solera Aged Bourbon
408 Pooles Hill Road
Ancram, New York 12502
Phone: (518)-329-1023
Tousey Winery making white, red and dessert wines 1774 Rte 9 #1, Germantown, NY 12526 Phone: (518) 567-5462
CLERMONT VINEYARDS & WINERY Tasting room will open in April, every Fri., Sat. noon-sunset; Sun. noon-5pm 241
County Route 6 Clermont, NY 12526 Phone: (845) 663-6611
Hudson-Chatham Winery events Has Achieved the honor of Best Local Winery 3 years now! Open YEAR-ROUND, Wednesdays through Sundays, 12 to 5 pm. email info@hudsonchathamwinery.com or call 518-392-WINE (9463).