Want a quick nosh and a good local drink? Robert may recommend Liquid Mercantile in Gardiner. Looking for a formidable hike? The Inn at Kettleboro often has guest passes from Mohonk Preserve. Then there are the orchards. Not only are they popular destinations throughout the region, but The Inn at Kettleboro has its own peach and apple orchard on the property. Maintained by Dressel Farms of New Paltz, the eight acres adds to Robert’s kitchen pantry. “In the summertime the peaches are phenomenal,” he says. Guests can roam the orchard while visiting the inn. The orchard also provides an idyllic setting for an Inn at Kettleboro wedding. The venue hosts about
four to five intimate weddings per year, with guest lists typically ranging from 25 to 30 people. A winter wedding may focus on the parlor fireplace, highlighting the understated elegance of the home’s interior. In summer, the mountains once again become the star, as couples typically say their vows outdoors. Whether it’s for a wedding, a weeklong vacation, a venue for special gathering or a weekend stay, visitors to The Inn at Kettleboro have sung its praises. Robert says reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. “We’re very proud of that,” he says, “It’s nice to hear the words people share with the world about how much they enjoyed their stay here.”
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