The Homestead Guesthouse - SAUGERTIES

We had the most amazing weekend at The Homestead, Catskill Animal Sanctuary's B&B! Even before we arrived Erica, the manager, was so considerate and kind, and the minute we arrived, she was so welcoming and gracious. I have a gluten sensitivity, and would have been happy to make do with oatmeal, but in addition, Erica went out of her way to make the most scrumptious Best Ever GF Banana Bread and get GF toast for us. The rooms were beautiful, clean and spacious we stayed in the Sampson suite but any of the rooms except the Dino Room would have been a treat. Its such a cozy old house, yet with all the luxurious touches that make you feel so well cared for. And for those with allergies, its spotlessly clean, doesn't use down and there are no cats in the B&B (there are plenty at the sanctuary to the delight of our daughter We were also visiting with our three year old and I was a little concerned that she might be a bit loud or annoy people instead, Erica was beyond sweet with her and made sure to take special care of her and when we did our private tour, Erica tailored it especially for a 3 year's wandering interests. And what a tour! We loved meeting all the animals, getting in and snuggling sheep and pigs and petting the wonderful donkeys, goats and horses. The bands of roving goats and sheep are beyond cute, and the goats followed us everywhere! The whole spirit of CAS is one of welcoming, compassionate kindness and that spirit envelops you wherever you go on the property both at the Homestead and the Sanctuary itself. We had the incredible good fortune of meeting Kathy Stevens, the founder of CAS, and its easy to see that that spirit begins with her. We had a wonderful time! Also, there is fantastic food very close by and lots to see and do. With a three year old, we mostly stuck close to the animals, but we can't wait to return and explore many more of the area's interesting sights! Its an extraordinary place and should be on every vegan family's short list of fun things to do! I wish I could give it 6 cows because it is so superlative!

It is so difficult for me to choose just one aspect of my stay that was most enjoyable. Everything was wonderful! Erica's hospitality (and her awesome vegan cooking the cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere at The Homestead; meeting Kathy Stevens and having her sign my copy of her book, Animal Camp ; and most of all: meeting the residents of Catskill Animal Sanctuary beautiful souls, each and every one of them!!!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Homestead. Our room was beautifully decorated and the house was very well kept. Erica, the co-manager, was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to make us feel at home. For breakfast Erica made a tofu scramble and waffles, which was one of the best vegan meals we've ever had. We'll definitely be back soon!

We loved our stay at the Homestead. The guest house is beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Erica made us feel welcome and cooked delicious vegan pancakes in the morning. We were lucky to be able to join the founder Kathy on a private tour of the sanctuary which was just amazing. Getting to meet the animals and hear their individual stories really touched us. We were happy to help support the loving care of the farm animals and the people who make it happen. It was an amazing experience and we highly recommend it.

We love to stay in the homestead - we were in the rambo room and the samson suite we even rented the entire homestead for when we married and hosted our high-time recipe in the interior. the decor is perfect and welcoming. the breakfast in the am is always plentiful and tasty alex has fed us well! we had waffel on day one and french toast day two! coffee is delicious and all fixations galore! comfortable, friendly and clean it hummed! the day goes to foot the grounds are awesome and is as we started each of our days!