Every now and then, when the city feels a little stifling and
when a picnic in Central Park just doesn’t cut it, a little getaway is
all you need. I happened to find my escape this weekend at a darling little
bed & breakfast in upstate New York. In just a three-hour drive, the loud
honking of yellow cabs and the mad rush of people gave way to small town
Americana and calmer surroundings. In the midst of green pastures with grazing
cows and horses, we found ourselves in a little piece of heaven. The moment I
walked into the Hazelnut Farm B&B, I knew that one night here was not going
to be enough. Hazelnut Farm is a 16-room farmhouse run by the lovely couple,
Art and Susan Adams. You can tell that
the owners have styled and decorated their home with great love and care. Every
book and every wall hanging is artfully placed. Every room feels cozy and
inviting, with soft fluffy bedding, quaint furniture, and a personal handwritten note wishing you a lovely stay.
In this idyllic setting, we enjoyed a leisurely breakfast
and strolled along the open, green fields. At night, we admired the bright
stars in the sky and marveled at how quiet it can be. It was a revitalizing retreat,
and one that I plan to make again very soon!
