Rhinebeck Roundup

Beekman Arms
Located about 100 miles north of NYC in the heart of Rhinebeck, NY, the Beekman Arms (and Delameter Inn) was established in 1776 and is touted as the “oldest operating inn.” There are 23 rooms in its stately white main house (pictured above), as well as the Tavern/Tap Room off the lobby. The old-timey smell of woodsmoke permeates the historic building decorated with antique furniture and hotel guest pages (a framed example in the lobby includes a signature by Captain Boyton, Explorer, Lecturer and President of the North Pole Geographical Society, circa early 1900s). Cozy and convenient, this is a great place to call home while exploring the Hudson Valley.
On-the-scene: I hadn’t been to Rhinebeck for a while and the inn was as charming as I remembered.
Address: 6387 Mill Street
Website: beekmandelamaterinn.com
Good to know: Additional rooms are down the street in the Delameter. Be sure and ask/specify if you are looking for lodging at the main house.

Calico
This tiny restaurant and bakery has a renowned CIA chef/owner at the helm. A quick Sunday morning stop for scones (including cheddar and chive, raspberry, and blueberry) and cappuccino is a sure way to get the day in the village started off right. Pastries such as the Sarah Bernhardts (choux-like puffs with chocolate ganache) and specialty cakes are also on hand.
On-the-scene: We tried every type of scone–impossible to pick a favorite.
Address: 6384 Mill Street
Website: calicorhinebeck.com
Good to know: Sunday brunch doesn’t begin until 11am.

Market Street
This Hudson Valley destination restaurant is consistently bustling with locals and visitors. The subtle space with dim lighting is home to Italian-born chef/owner Giovanni Scappin’s rustic menu featuring house-made pastas, risotto and pizzas from the wood-fired oven. Not to miss: the not-too-sweet vodka-thyme lemonade, pillow-like pumpkin ravioli, and creamy butterscotch budino with toasted coconut shavings.
On-the-scene: We were only able to get a 6:30pm reservation and the bar and restaurant were already full.
Address: 19 W Market Street
Website: streetmarketrhinebeck.com
Good to know: No longer a sleepy town, reservations are a must for this Rhinebeck hotspot.

Workers & Dreamers
This charming boutique featuring jewelry, clothing and body care products is a staple in the village shopping scene. You’ll find a large selection of Wooden Ships sweaters and scarves, as well as the amazing Chavez for Charity bracelet collection.
On-the-scene: It was great to see the shop supporting wonderful causes–including the Matthew Shepard Foundation and Best Friends Animal Society–through the sale of jewelry.
Address: 6404 Montgomery Street
Website: workersanddreamersrhinebeck.com
Good to know: Incredibly helpful sales staff.

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