We went for a weekend of hiking in the parks/preserves around New Paltz. Stayed at the The Inn for 1 night. Accomodations were very clean, pleasant, and well decorated (very traditional feel). The B&B is right in the middle of town, but secluced up a small hill 1 block from themain street - very convenient but away from the noise. Best part was breakfast... 3 courses and absolutely spectacular - Restaurant worthy, actually, no, it was better than breakfast at most restaurants. Hosts were courteous, friendly, but not clingy.

Only issue some people may have is there is only 1 room with its own bathroom (which we stayed in)

The Inn at the Orchard was just perfect. It is very secluded, yet very close to town. Two minute walk to Starbucks...great for coffee lovers. The house is beautiful and has a a very free, laid back feel. We stayed in 2 different rooms. Both were very comfortable. The breakfasts in the morning were super great and very gourmet. Eggs made to order with fresh fruit served first. Breads and cakes too. Juice and a few different freshly brewed coffees. Frig in the room was great to store our waters and leftovers from dinner in town. I felt like i knew Janet and Daryll very quickly. Very warm and full of advice. Beautiful classical music always in the backround. Parking was always available. I would certainly return to this lovely B&B . It is 2 minutes away from a wonderful pool with a very low fee.

The hosts, Janet and Daryl, were very friendly and obviously experienced: Janet had been head of hospitality at Mohonk Mountain House, and Daryl a chef there. So the breakfasts were super, and the rooms well-appointed and clean. Mattresses were comfortable and rooms very nice. Everything was in period and very pretty. The downsides, which were minor, had to do with the Victorian-era house. No private tubs/showers, except in one room, and Air Conditioning was somewhat sparse and weak--which was somewhat tough in a very hot July. Hosts can be a little hard to track down during the day, but their good nature far outweighs that.

My husband and I came to New Paltz for the opening of our son's graduate art show at the University. We had a lovely stay at the Inn at Orchard Heights. We stayed in the Parlor Room -- charmingly furnished, very comfortable bed, and quiet. This is one of the few rooms that has 3/4 bath in the room. The breakfast was wonderful -- fresh whole foods, organic, and prepared to perfection. One has a choice of just about everything from home made breads and muffins, french toast, organic eggs, fruits, organic oatmeal and cereals. Janet and Darrel are warm and friendly -- we felt like we were visiting friends. We also very much enjoyed the breakfast conversation with fascinating other guests. The setting and grounds are lovely and the location could not be better. We would welcome a return to the Inn. Highly recommended.