The Red Hook Country Inn

What a cute B and B! So much detail was put into every single room I could go back ten times and discover something different. From the chickens in the back to the cute cat I made friends with while enjoying a nice cup of tea while looking at the pond in the back, everything was great! The couple that runs this establishment were so nice and accommodating I would go back just to see them! I highly recommend them!

I can’t say enough about how wonderful the Red Hook Inn is. I went with my mom for two nights while visiting Bard and we felt completely at home. Pat, Peggy and Nabil are absolutely wonderful hosts and we really felt like part of the family. My mom and I agreed that the house was so peaceful and cozy. It is also wonderfully located: just steps away from some incredible restaurants. Pat even drove us to the train station so we did not have to call a cab! I miss it already and hope to go back very soon!

As my roommate and I drove up to Red Hook we realized that the reservation we thought we had made was actually scheduled for a month later. The other inn we were intending on staying at was not open (or full… it was hard to understand), and our next call was to the Red Hook Country Inn.
Despite the fact is was past 8pm, we were going to arrive after 10pm, and they weren’t even officially open for the season (as it was March), the kind family at the Red Hook Country Inn gave us a room and a delicious breakfast the next morning (even kindly catering to our vegetarianism on such short notice).
The next day the chef/​husband kindly told us about the area and their story (really adorable. Do ask!) and how the quiche we had eaten had been made from eggs that came straight from the chickens in their backyard!
Needless to say explicitly, this Inn had charm, great service and owners, and was incredibly flexible given our situation. I’d recommend to anyone!

Pat and Nabil make this place so special, down to every last detail. Very accommodating and wonderful sleep every night. Highly recommend!

I discovered Red Hook Inn on Livingsocial while looking for a little getaway with my boyfriend during the holidays. When I called the inn to ask a question, Pat informed me that we could receive the deal through them directly so I went ahead and booked Room 5. When we arrived, Pat welcomed us and showed us to our room. The room was of good size and very comfortable, particularly the bed. The fireplace is gas and quickly heats up the place so we needed to open a window, but that is okay. We explored the area but due to recent snowfall, could not access some of the hikes we wanted to do. The town itself isn’t much to speak of but nearby rhinebeck is lovely with shops and restaurants. The drive to historic sites in Hyde park is about 25 minutes but easy. Overall, the stay was wonderful but expensive despite the «deal.» We had to pay more than originally anticipated because we did not partake in all the activities included, as they would have been given as credit to the room with receipt instead of included in the quoted price. If you’re looking for a place in red hook, this Inn is a great choice. But if you’re looking to spend time in the general area I might suggest elsewhere.

My daughter and I arrived after visiting a few area colleges. There was a minor snafu in the reservation (room type) which Pat corrected promptly. After that, everything was A+. As befits a B&B, there was interest shown in our whereabouts, etc. and friendly chit chat. But it was not the usual mindless stuff; Pat and Nabil are amusing and intelligent. We passed on dinner at the inn (though I gather it is excellent) in favor of a fun place in nearby Tivoli (Luna 61; check out my Unilocal review). Slept like logs.
Breakfast was very good, accompanied by Nabil’s clever retorts to my annoying questions. My daughter is a vegetarian so Nabil, who cooked for a kosher family, commented that the potato latkes are fried in bacon fat. (I thrive on sarcasm by the way.) My wife would love this place so I hope we return
And do not miss the iced tea at the front desk — best evah! (fresh mint)
Thanks!

My boyfriend and I just took a weekend getaway trip upstate to the Red Hook/​Rhinebeck area. I did a lot of research beforehand, and discovered the darling Red Hook Inn. It was a huge success.
Worth noting in particular was our amazing and intimate dinner experience. We selected our dinner entrees the day before our meal, so that Nabil, the chef, could purchase the ingredients that day. Talk about fresh food. When we headed down to dinner, we were delighted to discover that we were the only diners that evening, in a room that seats less than a dozen guests. It was like nothing we’d ever encountered before, a beautiful, but quaint dining room with soft music playing, and romantic candlelight at our table. We were both entranced by the lovely ambiance.
Our first course was a Mediterranean salad with fresh chopped vegetables, seasoned with a delicate yet savory blend of herbs. It was more flavorful that most salads have any right to be. Next, we were served an incredible homemade soup of carrot, parsnip & ginger. Leaning more toward a purée, it was healthy and delicious, particularly demonstrating that you don’t need heavy cream bases to win over a soup nut like my sweetie. While we dined, we also indulged in warm bread, and our own bottle of Sauvignon Blanc (byob worked out fantastically).
For the main course, he had chosen the filet mignon au poivre (well done) and I opted for the salmon fillet. I had a lengthy discussion with the chef the day before about possible sauce and seasoning options for the salmon (since I don’t care for pesto, their usual offering). We agreed upon a light, tomato based sauce for the fillet. It arrived with couscous, honeyed carrots and asparagus. While I felt that the sauce turned out a little too thick and heavy for the fish, the salmon itself was tasty, as were the other side dishes. My b.f. happily devoured his steak, cooked just as he requested.
Finally delivered to our table, was, in my opinion, one of the best parts of the meal, the dessert. Homemade warm apple pie accompanied by homemade vanilla ice cream. I was in heaven. The apples were moist and the crust was flaky, and the whole dish melted into my mouth much too quickly.
Overall it was a wonderful dinner, expressed in both the quality of the food, the attention to details, and the attentive service throughout the meal.
As for breakfast the next morning, while most b&b’s offer some sort of standard spread for their guests, perhaps muffins, toast, croissants, coffee and the like. We never expected to first be escorted out to the backyard by the chef who pointed out the hens which had produced our forthcoming eggs. Nabil whipped up two savory egg white omelets with a little American cheese and some of the same vegetables and herbs we relished the night before. The result was just as indulgently flavorful as our dinner.
The bottom line is, if you’re looking for a quaint yet elegant b&b to enjoy a weekend getaway, check out the Red Hook Inn. Besides the delicious meals, we also loved our room (spring for Room 5– it’s definitely worth it), as well as the private outdoor hot tub. Pat and Nabil are so attentive and thoughtful. (Pat even lent us her GPS when we visited the nearby Poet’s Walk and Millbrook Vineyards!!) I highly recommend this inn.