Peaceful Hudson Valley Retreat

My spacious, contemporary home on 8 1/2 acres is surrounded by trees, is totally private with no other houses in view. 15 minutes by car to the town of New Paltz , so a car is required. There are many nearby attractions: Hiking in Shaupneak Ridge Park, minutes from the house.. rock climbing the Shawangunks (The Gunks), boat rides on the Hudson, Frog Hollow Farm riding stable nearby, John Burroughs Reserve ,tubing down the Esopus River, and many fine restaurants. Enjoy the Hudson Valley! The living room has a vaulted ceiling and sky lights, bamboo and tile floors. There is lots of light . The large bedroom has a private bath and a walk in closet. The space is very quiet. The deck in the back of the house over looks woods and stone walls and is available to guests. Guests have access to the kitchen, living room, dining room WiFi available I will be in and out though respectful of your privacy. I enjoy interacting with guests . I live in a rural neighborhood 2 1/2 miles from the Hudson River and off of rt 9W. It is a quiet area yet convenient to New Paltz, Kingston, Poughkeepsie and 20 minutes from the Kingston/Rhinecliff Bridge. Shaupeneak Ridge hiking trails minutes away. 25 minutes from Lake Mohonk and Lake Minnewaska. There is a riding stable down the road for anyone who would like a lesson on one of the well trained horses. Apple and pumpkin picking in the fall, as well as spectacular fall foliage. I am close to all transportation. Trailways from New York or Albany to Kingston and New Paltz. Metro North to Poughkeepsie. 15 minutes from the NYS Thruway. There is van service from Kingston or New Paltz to all major airports. I am happy to pick you up at the bus or train. You will need a car to get from my house to the town of New Paltz, which is 15 minutes away by car. I have 2 energetic dogs who are not allowed to visit the "guest wing". I prepare a simple breakfast each morning of fruit, whole grain bread, yogurt, cereal , muffins etc. Please no strong scents as I am allergic. I request that guests remove shoes. Since I am vegetarian, I request that no meet be cooked in the house.