our guests left over 30 reviews, for an overall rating of ★★★★★

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Sam and Jay were wonderful hosts. Jay is a fabulous cook. The grounds and surrounding area were lovely, especially the autumn leaves.

How often have you visited us?
Just the once.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The lights flicker often and there’s an awful gaseous smell at times. I’m also not certain, but Sam and Jay might pump THC through the vents because I found myself feeling high without partaking of any substances.

Additional comments/suggestions
Lovely BnB. Will definitely return.

visited “Victorian Standard” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
We loved Samantha and Jay! They were very attentive – it was entertaining to listen to Samantha talk all the time! Even if no one was around she always has things to say!

How often have you visited us?
Once but we plan to stay in the Lenape Lodge next time!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Well, at the time there was a very loud washing machine – I think it has been repaired though. Between that and Sam’s random conversations, it could be a little busy?

Additional comments/suggestions
Jay’s chocolate chip cookies are THE BEST!

visited “Love-In Lounge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Lovely service and excellent food!! The owners of this BnB are lovely and very attenuative to their guests.

My girlfriend and I were even given welcome drinks which were absolutely wonderful! We stayed for just over a week to celebrate our anniversary, and we were accustomed with the Love-In lounge, the decor was lovely, and we were made sure to have extra thick blankets in time for the snowfall predicted on the week we were staying. The atmosphere was truly wonderful, a couple of times it felt like we were being watched by multiple people, but we were assured by the homeowner, Sam, that we probably felt like this due to it being a large house, and that there were definitely NO ghosts (that made us chuckle for a good while, she said it so seriously!!). They also hung up a pride flag in our room to make us feel ”more at home” which was a little strange but in an endearing way, you can really tell how much they care about their guests.

At some point we felt very giddy and out of it for a small portion of a stay, almost as if we were high, however that was due to our medication I’m sure, and the lovely chef Jay, Samanthas husband, ”sobered” us up with a lovely meal, true winter warmers every night.

The overall stay was wonderfully romantic, there were candlelight dinners you would find in a restaurant, entertainment by watching tv, and going on long walks and having picnics around the estate and woodland on the estate was truly beautiful.

How often have you visited us?
This was my first stay, and a very wonderful one as well, I shall certainly entertain the idea of returning and bringing family over such as my mother for her 60th coming up soon!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Not much I would say! I wish they would make it pet friendly, but Sam and jay have explained they’re still working on some small constructions around the house, and wish for our pets to be safe, however this rule will be removed once they have finished the house in a couple of months or so! so don’t be afraid to think about taking your dogs out to this lovely countryside soon!

I would also ask for heating, it may be due to the house being very old, but we felt a small draft, and would love if we could be a little warmer (that’s where the blankets came in handy!!)

Additional comments/suggestions
Thank you so much for accommodating us, the stay was certainly tranquil and wonderful. Would highly recommend!

visited all rooms on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
FOOD WAS TERRIBLE SO WAS SERVICE AND THE ATMOSPHERE!!! DO NOT STAY. ROOMS WERE DINGY AND HORRIBLE, LEMON BARS WERE NOWHERE NEAR AS GOOD AS THE FARNSBYS, STAFF RUDE AND VERY POOR. DO NO T STAY HERE!! GO TO THE FARNSBY AND B INSTEAD, A LOT MORE NICE AND LESS POOR LOOKING…

How often have you visited us?
ONCE, AND ONLY TIME WE SHALL BE STAYING.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
SHUT DOWN YOUR BNB, AND SELL YOUR ESTATE TO THE FARNSBYS!!!

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Jay’s cooking! His breakfast was not over the top but had exactly that special something. I do recommend eating breakfast as early as you can as that is when he seems to be the most creative!

The foyer boasts an impressive set of stairs to the upper floors. But we were warned more than once to watch our step. Turns out there was a good reason for that! One could easily tumble down the stairs and have a hard landing! Still, don’t let the stairs scare you. Plus, the natural lighting in the foyer gives off a not-too-spooky vibe but it really is something special.

How often have you visited us?
This was our first visit for my wife and me. We were attending a nearby writing retreat and, thanks to the vibe at Woodstone, we got some productive writing in. To paraphrase General MacArthur, we shall return!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
For some odd reason, the television in our room kept turning on. And when it did, the TV was tuned into a cooking show or other reality TV. While far from disconcerting, it needed to be said. Plus, while we had no real issues with electricity, the lights would occasionally flicker. I understand that Woodstone B&B was built centuries ago and, hopefully, Jay and Samantha will get the electricity seen to.

Additional comments/suggestions
Oh, yeah: bring a windbreaker when walking in the foyer. It does get breezy (not drafty) from time to time.

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Gourmet meals and charming hosts. Room was very comfortable and well appointed. Beautiful grounds and grand house. One oddity though: I am a solo traveler and never felt lonely. In fact I felt a type of presence when alone, not menacing, just unusual. Highly recommend! *****

How often have you visited us?
One time.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Being able to bring my dog would have been wonderful.

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited “Lenape Lodge“, “Scout Sleeper” rooms on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
So, my family and I just spent the weekend at the charming Woodston B&B and for the most part, it was great! The food, prepared by in-house chef Jay, was rustically appropriate, our hostess Sam was very informative about the nature walks(and through with warnings regarding bears) and the beauty of the grounds was delightful, although there seemed to be a spot that would benefit from having a gazebo.

How often have you visited us?
This is our first time!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
was disappointed to not find a pickle ball court on the premises (apparently there is one nearby) and the strangest thing that happened during our stay was the occasional power outage in our rooms. Every time we practiced our Danish folk songs(we’re in a traveling choir!), the electricity would flair up and then short out!

Sam did suggest that we hold our practice meetings in the basement or outdoors, which seemed to be a decent solution. However, I swear that one morning in the fog of the bathroom mirror, the words “Danes suck “ appeared!

Additional comments/suggestions
Oh well, we did get a nice discount on our final bill so I do recommend the Woodston B&B as a lovely stop on your holiday journey:) Four stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐

visited “Lenape Lodge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
It was very quiet and peaceful. And the food was to die for!

How often have you visited us?
First time but definitely will book again when I visit

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The innkeeper had a habit of talking to herself which I was a bit weirded out by but other than that, nothing at all.

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited “Lenape Lodge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The food. My wife drags me around to these B&Bs all the time, and the meals are typically average or fair, but the Woodstone’s meals really seem above par. The owner’s husband does the cooking, but his meals are practically a fine dining experience. I really recommend the duck with mushroom sauce. The sauce could be a meal by itself.

How often have you visited us?
First time – Would not mind my wife dragging me bac –

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The place was awesome, but I kept feeling like I was being watched. I heard whispering sounds and footsteps and saw figures outside the corner of my eye. Asked out hostess if it was haunted, but she just looked away and shrugged it off.

Additional comments/suggestions
Maybe convert the cellar into a TV/game room for those of us who don’t like long walks in the woods or being outside?

visited “Lenape Lodge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Feeling the rich history of that part of New York and experiencing local delights that reflect the past and present of the food culture! Also, lots of hiking and antique shops.

How often have you visited us?
Just once but I definitely plan on coming back in the near future. Hard to decide which room to request!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Although the B&B and hosts are quite charming, I was a bit taken back by how my needs were anticipated a little too quickly and specifically…

Additional comments/suggestions
A must if you visit New York State! I was also able to do some genealogical research.

visited “Champagne King” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Sam & Jay were wonderful hosts. Sam was VERY attentive but often looks away when speaking to you as if she’s speaking to the wall which was unnerving. The food was very good. Jay must love pizza because he made it for nearly every meal.

How often have you visited us?
This was my first but not last visit.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I weekended at Woodstone to work on my blog about organic outerwear for puppies. The Wi-Fi or something is AWFUL! If I left my computer for any length of time I came back to pictures of various models in bikinis. They MUST figure out what the technology problems are.

Additional comments/suggestions
Overall a lovely experience. There is a warm, friendly, loving vibe and besides the weird computer thing, my weekend filled me with comfort. And I finally finished my blog when I shut down my laptop when leaving it.

visited “Colonial Quarters” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I loved the vibe of the whole mansion. Strange occurrences happened there that brought a haunting feeling to the old place. Lights flickering, haunting sounds and the like. That’s what I loved the most about my stay. Also I found myself gasping often at different happenings in the old mansion.

How often have you visited us?
I have only visited once but plan to go back often.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I can’t imagine a better experience than what I had. Excellent atmosphere, food and the staff couldn’t be more ready to please

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I enjoyed the history of the home and the grounds as well. Samantha is quite knowledgeable for someone who has only lived in the area for a year, but I suspect she has a hidden library somewhere, or just loves to Google things.

How often have you visited us?
This is my first time and while my first thoughts as I walked in was like stepping into a very clean version of Disney’s Haunted Mansion, I instantly felt the warmth and charm of the place.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
My experience was wonderful! I loved the smell of parchouli in my room and on occasion it felt like I was so zen that I might be silly enough to hug a bear (I did not), but the enlightenment feeling was groovy and out of this world. Groovy. Does anyone use that anymore? Either way, I came here tense and I am leaving blissfully joyous and relaxed.

Additional comments/suggestions
My room did not have a tv, but others might, so maybe ask people to keep their tv’s low after a certain time to quiet the banter. I don’t know what someone was watching last night, but it sounded like it had a viking and boy scout in it, among many other voices. Probably a variety show. Either way, I enjoyed it, but wanted you to be aware how thin the walls are.

visited “Victorian Standard” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The food. Definitely the food. One of our hosts, Jay, made us several gourmet meals which I loved. He is a very good cook.

How often have you visited us?
Only once.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?

Yes. Unfortunately the first disappointment of my stay was the power cuts. I was in the shower and suddenly the cold water started and I had to finish showering in freezing water. Obviously I swore because it is something that is far from appreciable. When I got out of the shower I found an inscription on the mirror “hot water is part of global warming, try to put in the effort and be a little greener”, I have doubts about the woman who manages the B&B, I find her a little strange I am sure she wrote this, and I have surprised her several times talking to herself. She’s not completely normal. I also felt a bit stalked, like if someone was always watching me and I’m sure it was her.

Moreover, when I stayed there was a demonstration precisely because of this woman (she would have invented a story, a lie) and people were demonstrating “Down with Woodstone, Down with Karen”. My name is Karen and I hated this.

Additional comments/suggestions
I would probably not recommend this B&B, the food was great but not convinced about the rest. The owners offered me a discount for the protest issues but it’s not enough. They should have refunded me the entire stay.

visited “Colonial Quarters” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The owners are friendly and very accommodating, the home and property are in beautiful surrounding. I gave it a solid 5 rating except for the food which I found a little “gamey” but the chef does prepare all “local” but whatever that orange dust was on the bird, saved the dish. I mentioned I attended Comic Con, so he invited me to play D&D with him but had to pass as I didn’t have time to stay indefinitely. The room was definitely “colonial” and though I have no idea who Isaac Higgentoot was, staying in a room that a founding father stayed in appealed to me since I love Hamilton so much and found myself gasping at all the detail.

How often have you visited us?
First timer! Plan to return to stay in Champagne King because I’d love to run around with no pants on, drink and party like a self indulgent Wall Street banker!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
More entertainment and things to do outside the home like a tennis court or even better, a pickle ball court!

Maybe better WiFi connection as when I tried to stream Hamilton on my device it kept flickering on/off as if someone was pushing a pause or stop button and shows about vikings were being suggested in my queue.

Make pizzas! They are easy and smell delicious and appeal to everyone!

Additional comments/suggestions
Thanks Jay and Sam for your hospitality, you’re doing a great job!

visited “Love-In Lounge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Beautiful old Mansion! Very positive vibes in my room, but there seemed to be some strange vibes throughout the facility! The hosts were very friendly and attentive to my needs. The food was exceptional!

How often have you visited us?
This was my first visit, but I hope that it is not the last!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Some historic information about people who used to live in the area!

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I loved the mansion. It was beautifully decorated. Very classy. The lady of the house, I didn’t catch her name, but she was like a child of the 60’s. A little spacy, but so nice, but I think dabbles in those funny cigarettes. Talked to me, but didn’t make much sense. She spent every night in my bed. But acted like I wasn’t there. There were lots of people there too, with some weird outfits on. I thought it might have been a costume party. The guy with the arrow through the neck had a funny new take on Steve Martin’s arrow through the head.

How often have you visited us?
This was my first visit.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?

Hot tub would be nice. Maybe not as many guests. Seemed busy. But everyone seemed nice.

Additional comments/suggestions
There was only one staff that looked me in the eyes when she talked to me. Samantha was her name. Very bubbly. Jay’s cooking was amazing. Best I’ve ever had.

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
It was a lovely place. At first I thought it was just rather old fashion, but every now and then it seem like I got hit with something that made me feel like I was back in the ‘60s when I used to do a little “herb“. Whenever that happened I just felt mellow and hungry. Thank goodness the food was amazing! I would also get the feeling that I needed to just start doing interpretive dancing for no reason whatsoever. All in all a lovely experience

How often have you visited us?
I can’t remember

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Huh?

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited “Scout Sleeper” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
My room was cozy and had a truly friendly vibe and the grounds’ great views and walking paths were inspiring.

How often have you visited us?
This was my first in-person visit; however, I felt like I’d been here before, somehow.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I get that unique cuisine is a big selling point of Woodstone, but the Butterscotch Carrot Millet Waffles were a bit too trendy for my taste. However, the birds I snuck my plate out to heartily approved of this seedy dish.

Additional comments/suggestions
Maybe rehab that one shabby shed into a glamping tent or a yoga studio?

visited “Champagne King” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I’m a paranormal investigator and feel like this house is haunted. I got a few creepy vibes late at night. Felt like someone was trying to touch me. Also had crazy dreams of a pantless man that reminded me of Tom cruse in risky business..

How often have you visited us?
It was my 1st time.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?

It would be nice to stay and investigate the whole b and b. But with out other guest around.

Additional comments/suggestions
Let some Youtubers stay over and investigate the place.

visited “Victorian Standard” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I absolutely adored the house! It’s so interesting looking around old buildings.

How often have you visited us?
Only once- I might be back again, though!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Well, in the middle of a night, a lamp fell off the side, all by itself! It’s not your fault, of course- it was just a bit…. spooky.

Additional comments/suggestions
Are you a singer, Sam? Your voice sounds lovely. Are you on Spotify, or something?

Oh, and maybe make sure there aren’t ghosts around, haha! You don’t want more lamps falling!

visited “Love-In Lounge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I don’t know. I’m on the road a lot, and I love staying at B&Bs and I just sort of found this place by accident. The hostess was more than willing to squeeze me in. I didn’t find anything different here from other B&Bs. I’ve been to. The hostess loves the house and loves telling me about the history, the grounds and walking trails are unremarkable. The dinners were overly extravagant for a B&B, but I enjoyed stay.

How often have you visited us?
First time –

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
No complaints. I had a hard time sleeping. Constantly tossing and turning. The sensation of being watched. Felt a bit stoned for SOME REASON after my shower. There was a brief stench of something on the stairs like maybe decaying flesh? I told my hosts and they said they’d check on it. On my way out, I think I saw a guest without pants on. (Wierdos) A lot of little stuff the hosts need to check up on.

Additional comments/suggestions
Who was the big Viking looking dude someone saw hovering over my motorcycle? The locals are weird. I think there’s a neighbor who likes old-timey Jazz music cuz I kept hearing it through my stay.

visited “Champagne King“, “Speakeasy Single” rooms on December 2021, October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I LOVED IT. I’m the director of the Alberta Haynes Jazz Museum in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and I love everything about Alberta Haynes. I think she’s the most beautiful, most talented, most incredible entertainer of the last hundred years or ever. I know she died at Woodstone during a party there on March 3, 1932, and just being there makes me feel closer to her. I’m sure when I’m here she’s looking down and smiling.

How often have you visited us?
Twice – Planning my Third, My fourth, my fifth. Heck, can I just RENT Alberta’s room?

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Could you perhaps have Alberta’s records playing on a loop? More photos of her around the place? I have more than I need. I can share them.

Additional comments/suggestions
That record and photos thing.

visited “Valhalla Suite” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
We travelled from England to explore our local connections. Our delightful hosts, Sam and Jay, were so charming and welcoming! We felt at home instantly.

How often have you visited us?
Just this once.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Henry, my husband is something of a ghost hunter for a hobby. (He’s so sensitive you know.) But not a thing! He was very disappointed. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could boast an actual ghost?! Oh and those cold spots in the room – better heating maybe? Still, we mustn’t grumble, must we?!

Additional comments/suggestions
Can you ask fellow guests to keep the noise down? A lot of chattering going on somewhere down the hall.

visited “Scout Sleeper“, “Lenape Lodge” rooms on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
OMG Sam and Jay were on top of everything! It’s like they could read my mind. The sunsets were just gorgeous but I woke up with the funny feeling that someone was looking at me (not in a creepy way, in an overly cheerful way, I am not a morning person so this was weird).

How often have you visited us?
This was my first visit but I will definitely be back! I am going to bring my friend with me who says she can see ghosts because I swear this place is haunted.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Sam and Jay need to add pizza to the menu, I really, really had a craving for pizza. My overall experience quite wonderful so really not much to improve on.

Additional comments/suggestions
If you are looking for a quaint and cozy b&b with gorgeous grounds and amazing food Woodstone is the place for you. I can’t wait to come back and explore some more!

visited “Speakeasy Single” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
As a seasoned paranormal investigator I have investigated many hotels and BnBs. Never have I stayed somewhere though as active, and relaxing, as this place!

How often have you visited us?
Once, but I plan on coming back.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The experience I had while taking a shower was a bit disturbing. I could hear a male spirit breathing heavily, and when I got out “Call me” was written on the bathroom mirror.

Additional comments/suggestions
Jay’s cooking is to die for, and the gilded decor is beautiful.

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Mooncow aka Sam invited us to stay for the weekend.

We were able to follow a nature trail where I felt clise to my younger sister Flower. It was relaxing and peaceful on the trail and in Woodstone. (Not known to the couple they were in Flowers room)

How often have you visited us?
1st time

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
It was prefect.
We look forward to coming back

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Just the ambience. It a had a sense of warmth and charm. A familiarity like you’re with family but for generations like visiting Grandma’s house. I tell you the whole staff were chipper as a boy scout.

How often have you visited us?
Just once but I shall return and tell all my friends. There’s a whole tribe of us that would like to come and stay if that’s okay.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Well it’d be better if the washing machine weren’t on all hours of the night. Whomever has that many clothes must be very rich. Or is romantic friends with the washing machine.

Additional comments/suggestions
Woodstone B&B,

I recently stayed there at your establishment and heard the most wondrous jazz music as I slept. Someone must’ve been playing some Alberta. She’s great. Also the lights flickered a bit and found my TV had been left on showing Conan the Barbarian. Then the next morning when I got out of the shower there was a $ and peace sign written in the steam on the mirror. Spooky but nice touch. I will definitely be returning soon. Not sure who your chef is but the breakfast both smelled and was delightful. 5/5 stars.

– John Lewis Wright
Dixon, California

visited “Speakeasy Single” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The decorations in the room looked authentic.
There was an antique table. There was a note on it that said there is a drop down drawer be careful of what you put in or on the table.
I heard one jazz song during the night. There Us Nothing Lower Than A Rat. I am guessing Sam one of the owners us practicing for a proformance at a Jazz Festival. Once I heard a man trying to sing ir. Probably her husband Jay.

How often have you visited us?
2nd time

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I heard a fife being played when I was walking behind the house near the shed to get to the lake.
It would be nice if that music could be heard in the house as well.
The fife was being played by a Revolutionary soldier for a reenactment.
I suggested to go into the B&B to have a cup of tea to get war..
He did not acknowledge me or move.
I left him while he was still playing his fife

Additional comments/suggestion
It was a pleasure to stay here. I will book the same room when the wool and Sheep festival is going on in a few months

visited “Lenape Lodge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
My friends and I wanted to do something different for Halloween and so we opted to get out of the city and go someplace a little more serene. We are avid paranormal investigators and we figured no better place to sense some paranormal activity than an old mansion out in the middle of nowhere. We really love the way the owners were able to keep the essence and character of the original home. And while most might wish for more electronic or convenient features of a modern-day hotel, we loved that they are old-school! I say give me more candles! Throughout our stay, we sensed the presence of several entities. Not only did random things move by themselves, but the lights continued to flicker randomly, and I heard singing throughout the corridors throughout the evening. And while these entities were able to evade my sight for most of our visit, I believe I saw a tall figure standing in one of the windows on our way to the car. A woman with red hair, if my memory serves me correctly.

Our hosts were the most attentive people I’ve probably ever met, aside from my parents. In fact, Samantha could’ve stood to be a little less attentive as she was very consistent with checking in on us. She also seemed to be talking to herself quite a bit or overexplaining things to her husband. Not sure what that was about but maybe she has a similar gift to me? Time will tell as I will be making a trip back here soon. I don’t think my investigation is done quite yet!

How often have you visited us?
This was my first visit, but I will be back soon!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I wish I would’ve seen a little more paranormal activity but alas, I know that ghosts often don’t like to be seen. Also, Sam, while an amazing hostess, was a little too friendly, almost a little nosy at times. Allowing your guests room to breathe would be an improvement! Otherwise, these two will ensure that you have the best experience!

Additional comments/suggestions
I love all the themed rooms! It’s almost as though they are themed for a reason…

visited “Valhalla Suite” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I needed a remote get away to unwind and relax. When I found Woodstone I was elated! As a Pagan practitioner there was only ever one option for me. The Valhalla Suite.
The ambience is both chaotic and serene, I can sense there may be a little more going on than the eye can see but that just makes me want to come back and explore further.
I had the pleasure of enjoying a picnic on the grounds, Sam and Jay really went all out to make my experience truly magnificent but gave me the peace and quiet that I so desired.
I will definitely be back as frequently as I can.

How often have you visited us?
Once so far, but I will return very soon!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The room was a bit drafty in some spots, though I don’t think it was weather related. I’ll be back to test some theories some day!

Additional comments/suggestions
Sam and Jay, you two have such a beautiful thing here at Woodstone and are a darling match for each other.
You both radiate happiness. All the best and may your future be filled with bookings for years to come!

visited “Lenape Lodge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
We love the classic architecture in this fantastic B & B. Jay is a gifted chef with menus made of locally sourced ingredients. It is almost like a snapshot in time as if the place was barely used for centuries.

How often have you visited us?
Our first visit

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
We can tell you are new to hosting the prominent home and updating will be a lot of work and money. As a fellow B & B owner, my advice is to hire a good cleaner for a full-time position. This way you can accentuate your strengths of being good hosts.

Additional comments/suggestion
We wish you the best of luck with this labor of love. I have to say each of the three nights I had the most interesting dreams like never before. One night I was witness to a Viking and an native Indian talking about how peculiar a Revolutionary War soldier was, how crazy is that? My second night I dreamed of a hippie and a Yuppie with no pants? My Third night was more normal about a likable scout master sitting with what seemed like a wealthy wife from the 1800s, and a woman with a beautiful voice, but he had an arrow in his neck? Maybe there was something in the mushrooms in that salad we ate every night?

visited “Love-In Lounge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The attention paid to the guests. From our arrival to our departure, the hosts took great care of us and paid attention to all the details. Samantha took care of us, changed our sheets as soon as we arrived because we had sheets for the winter and it was a little too hot.
We also had very good mocktails when we arrived as well as chocolate chip cookies (so wonderful!) The strong point of this B&B is also the meals. Jay prepared meals for us always asking us in advance if we had a preference. It’s funny, my husband and I talked about a meal we were dreaming of, a local specialty, and a few hours later, the hosts suggested it to us! Things like that have happened to us several times, as if they could read our minds, haha it’s funny!

How often have you visited us?
Only once. But we are planning on coming back very soon!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Mmh, the only negative point is the atmosphere. Admittedly, the welcome was warm, we cannot say the opposite. But, there was a rather bizarre atmosphere in this Mansion, as if there were spirits present. Tt would be worth investigating!

Additional comments/suggestions
Keep being so friendly and don’t change! I am sure that you will gain even more popularity and I hope we will be able to come back as soon as possible!

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
How old the house is. Although it admittedly does need some more repair to keep it the way it is, the fact that they have been able to keep it mostly intact and allow people to stay there is absolutely remarkable. I’m a fan of historic and old buildings and this is one of the best in the area. The room I stayed in was fantastic and the bed was comfortable.

How often have you visited us?
So far only once. I need to go back though, especially since I’m traveling to revolutionary war Era homes to do research about my ancestor who fought in the war. I actually discovered he fought with someone called Isaac Higgentoot who so happens to have passed away where the house stands. So I need to go back so I can find more Information.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Only thing that could’ve been better was the internet speed. But that’s fine and I’m sure it would be upgraded as business picks up.

Additional comments/suggestions
Just a quick note, while I love the place I always felt as if someone was watching me. I’ve also noticed some of my items moved a little bit. Not much I know, and I need to do more research on the area, but could it be that the B and B is haunted?

visited “Speakeasy Single” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The food was fantastic and the house is beautiful! Needs a bit of work in places, bit you can overlook that due to its overall charm. They definitely need to use some air freshener in spots tho…a bit of an interesting smell was encountered at times. Of course since the house is old the lights have issues from time to time and my ipad acted up because of it too, i think. Ive never done a Tinder search before, so that was odd. I loved the Speakeasy Single I stayed in. The owners must have speakers hidden around the house or something tho cause a couple of times during my stay I heard some beautiful singing/humming….

How often have you visited us?
Once, and would definitely come back.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The speakers I mentioned above, best to turn them off at night. I didn’t mind it, but other guests may not be as understanding. And definitely air freshener…that smell is bad!

Additional comments/suggestion
Jay and Samantha are great hosts! Jay is a great cook, and loved the drinks he made. Samantha is the sweetest person and quick to please…but really needs to stop being on the phone so much around the guests using her earbuds. One of the guests who was there the same weekend as mentioned that Samantha seems to talk to herself alot…but I said she’s on the phone using earbuds to chat. I mean she is a business owner…lots of calls to make and take I’m sure!

visited all rooms on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Being a native New Yorker (born and raised in Cooperstown), love this history of our State and the GHOSTLY HAUNTS that are living amongst us the real living!

How often have you visited us?
I stay as often as I can, love supporting a local Hudson Valley Bed and Breakfast, because why not!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Oh, Sam and Jay are the Mostest Hostests a guest can expect! Sam rambles and stairs into space more than one would like, and Jay, well, helps Sam out as much as he can, he’s a great cook and love his cookies!

Additional comments/suggestion
100% Support local Bed and Breakfasts in the Hudson Valley of the Great State of New York!

visited “Love In Lounge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
My stay was great! The mood in the room was set by the lava lamps in the corner and lots of incense being burned. Grateful dead played over the speakers and the mini fridge was full of snacks perfect for your munchies! highly recommend this room!

How often have you visited us?
Once

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Next time I will stay for more than 1 night!

Additional comments/suggestions
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visited “Colonial Quarters” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I’m a history buff and when I heard about the Higgentoot connection, I just had to check this place out! I’m a native of Brooklyn and you’d be amazed how many Founding Fathers have a connection to the old city, even the lesser-known ones! I’ve become a bit of a Higgen-fan ever since I learned his widow Beatrice moved to Brooklyn Heights with her longtime butler in 1805.

The room was spacious and clean, although a little shabby, and from what little we know of Higgentoot he seems to have been very fastidious–but he died in a tent so…But it was great to look out and see some of the same trees and view that he would have (from ground level).

Samantha and Jay were great, though! Sam seemed a little tired and kept looking off to the side and her speech patterns are a little off, but when she was all there she was a wonderful chatter and seemed to have more information about Isaac than anyone else in the world! Got to get her down to the New-York or Brooklyn Historical Societies!!

How often have you visited us?
Well, you folks just opened, so…

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Between the food and friendliness and setting I would have said everything was perfect, but…and this is hard, sorry…I know an old room is going to have drafts, and an old house can have plumbing problems, but sometimes when I was power-walking around the room to warm up for the Hudson Valley Rail Trail I’d feel a sudden gust and then, I don’t know, one of the toilets must have malfunctioned, like, massively! I checked and it wasn’t mine (honest!) but it happened several times and when I told Samantha she promised she’d look into it, but almost seemed to be stifling a giggle.

Additional comments/suggestion
Everything is great–location, food, decor–even though we historians will sleep in a tent like Isaac if necessary! Get a plumber, like a really good one, and it’ll be five stars across the board!

visited ‘”Lenape Lodge” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
It was soooo nice that I could get the Lenape Lodge! I’m really into all kinds of things Native American and like to learn so it was a perfect place for me to put up my dreamcatchers and feather bonnet and I felt right at home in my turquoise jewelry finery!

How often have you visited us?
Second time!! First time was with my dad and he made us stay in the Victorian place, which was soooo stuffy and the furniture was all old and dark.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Everything was great! Except I think the hostess Sam is really stressed out. I would chat with her about buffalo hunts and wanting to see the apartment caves the Lenapi folks carved into the cliffs, and she would just stare at me and try to tell me that none of those things applied to the people around here, like she knows more about Indians than me! Sometimes she’d flinch like somebody was yelling at her! Weird! But she was so nice most of the time, and her husband’s food was amazing!!

Additional comments/suggestion
Can’t wait to try the Love Lodge, it seems to be getting “high” marks lol

visited “Victorian Standard” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
I chose to visit in the off season because I wanted peace and quiet. With it being a new B&B, I wasn’t eager to experience the additional chaos learning a new business brings. It was a lovely home, quiet, full of amazing artifacts and historical pieces. It was a treat to spend a long weekend exploring the mansion and the shops in town.

How often have you visited us?
This was my first visit, but will not be my last.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
My only issue, which isn’t a complaint, but I believe it warrants investigation. In the middle of the night, I was awakened by a redheaded woman in period dress chastising me about my apparel and arguing with a Colonial-era gentleman she called Issac about my presence in “their” room. He practically dragged her out when she started to get loud. It was the off season after all, so there is no justification for overbooking, and certainly not giving out multiple keys to the same room! I did not see the reenactment couple again, so I chose to keep my silence, believing it was a mistake and Sam and Jay had corrected it.

Additional comments/suggestions
My only suggestion would be turning the tv down. More than once I heard what sounded like a sitcom or talk show with a live audience, and occasionally, arguing coming from the tv room. It wasn’t complaint-worthy in my opinion, but there are many people out there who love nothing more than to bemoan anything they can, so you might seriously consider it.

visited “Colonial Quarters” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
As a historian of founding father and Revolutionary War officer Capt Isaac Higgintoot, visiting the Woodstone was a special and memorable experience for me. He is said to have suffered from dysentery and died back in 1777, right where this beautiful house was later built. You could just feel the history of this place!
Jay and Sam were so gracious to allow me to explore the grounds and the mansion itself as part of my research.

The Woodstone B&B is as secure as Fort Knox — they must have cameras everywhere because I felt like eyes were on me the entire length of my stay — but I don’t think y’all need a camera in the bathroom, just saying! Lol!

How often have you visited us?
This was my first visit but I assure you Sam, I will be returning soon! I do appreciate your many emails asking me to return and when, exactly, I plan on doing so.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I felt like I must have been a pest in asking Sam about Capt Higgintoot. Or it could be the demands of running a B&B are high for this sweet young couple. When I asked Sam about Isaac’s political or military service, she had trouble staying up with my questions and sometimes would sound a little annoyed or abrupt. But Jay would always offer me a salted caramel chocolate chip cookie afterwards and that would make me feel better.

I was moved by how much Sam loved the floral arrangement I brought to them before I flew home, given in memory of Capt Higgintoot. She knew immediately just the right spot where they should be displayed and made a curious remark — how this was the nicest thing anyone had ever done, willingly, for Isaac.
Her knowledge of Capt Higgintoot rivals my own, lol!

Additional comments/suggestion
Colonial Quarters needs to look more… colonial. It looks too modern. Get rid of the ugly television, and replace it with a few portraits of Capt Higgintoot. Put up a Chippendale looking glass and spray the linens with Number 6 cologne water.
A chamber pot would also be a nice touch.
Make that two.

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The lovely couple who manages this gorgeous home were so kind and generous the whole time I stayed there! I, and anyone else who has stayed for that matter, could really tell how passionate they are about creating a kind and welcoming enviromement.

How often have you visited us?
Only once so far, but I will 100% visit more !

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The TV always seemed to be on? And it was almost always playing some reality TV show like “Its Getting Hot In Here” and sometimes “The Great British Bake-Off”. Weird.

Additional comments/suggestion
I always felt like there was someone (or something) watching me, like a ghost or something. It could be the fact the house is old and I had watched one-too-many horror movies before my visit, but I’d suddenly get a shiver down my spine when id walk in certain places. That could just be my imagination getting the better of me!

visited “Scout Sleeper” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Sam and Jay were excellent hosts!! I absolutely loved the atmosphere that they created within the B&b!! The food was to die for (hehe!) and Jay’s cookies were the best of them all!! 10/10 would visit again!! oh, and my room was so cool!!

How often have you visited us?
This is my first visit but I plan to be back again in the coming months!!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
everything was amazing i loved my visit sm!!

Additional comments/suggestions
ps, that scouting ghost is total best friend material

visited on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Very friendly hosts although some of the other guests were a little quirky. Had one guy running around with a fake arrow in his neck?? LOL

How often have you visited us?
Once so far but plan to return often.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
More quirkiness – I have a strange sense of humor.

Additional comments/suggestion
Love the atmosphere and the almost “ghostly” vibe.

visited “Champagne Suite” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Everything was perfect. The bed was super comfortable.Food was 5 star!! The grounds are just spectacular.If you like to walk in the woods and take in nature,this is just the spot for you.

How often have you visited us?
This was my first time staying and will definitely be back.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
If my friends could have joined me it would have been even better.

Additional comments/suggestion
I do tend to sleep very lightly and maybe it was just my imagination,but I could have sworn I heard some interesting noises coming from the laundry room. And I could have sworn I saw a gentleman walking around in a suit with no pants.

visited “Victorian Standard” room on October 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff     ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Loved the beautiful property. Also my baby girl was calmer than I’ve ever seen away from home and often even smiled and giggled at nothing. The food was amazing and there were always good food smells.

How often have you visited us?
Just the one weekend so far, but hope to return.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
The young lady who runs the place is very nice but seems a bit distracted at times. Also, please check on your cleaning staff as I swear my underwear drawer was shifted through.

Additional comments/suggestions
We had a lovely weekend and Abby (my little girl) did not want to leave saying “want more pin”. Hope to return soon.

visited on November 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff     ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Very friendly hosts although some of the other guests were a little quirky. Had one guy running around with a fake arrow in his neck?? LOL

How often have you visited us?
Once so far but plan to return often.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
More quirkiness – I have a strange sense of humor.

Additional comments/suggestion
Love the atmosphere and the almost “ghostly” vibe.

visited “Victorian Standard” room on November 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff      ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
The thing we loved most about Woodstone is the rich history. From the original Guilded Age furniture to the immense, lush grounds, this B&B is a history lover’s delight. Sam captivated us with stories of her Great-Great-Great Grandmother, Hetty, who built this extravagant mansion, while Jay kept us happily fed with local farm-to-table fare.
We decided to stay two extra days because the happy, relaxed atmosphere was hard to leave. Even though we were the only guests our entire stay, it always felt as if we had delightful company around us. The Victorian Standard room was exceptional. I felt just like a robber baroness!

How often have you visited us?
This is our first visit but we will be booking with Woodstone B&B yearly.

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
Our stay was near perfect but it did seem like the TV in one of the rooms was on almost all the time with no one watching. I mean, I like the Cutting Edge too but having it on repeat seemed overkill. *Toepick*

Additional comments/suggestion
We almost booked with the Farnsby & B but when we saw the upside-down pineapple, we knew we had to keep looking. Woodstone is a fabulous Bed & Breakfast and I hope that they remain open for many, many seasons.

visited on November 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff     ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Needing to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, a trip to a country manor with plenty of fresh air and open gorgeous lands was just the ticket! Sam was lovely and seemed to have excellent knowledge of the property history and where to avoid bears (good tip for a hiker!)

How often have you visited us?
First time visitor and hoping to make it a multiple times a year thing!

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
A septic tank inspection might be on the horizon – every so often it smelled like an open sewer in random places

Additional comments/suggestions
Jay was an excellent chef – oven roasted squab with Cheetos breadcrumb and a Sour Patch Kids inspired cocktail? Brilliant! – but he did seem not not he feeling like himself…hope he’s better soon!

visited on November 2022

Service      ★★★★★
Staff     ★★★★★
Food      ★★★★★
Atmosphere     ★★★★★
Overall Rating     ★★★★★

What did you like the most about your stay with us?
Never heard of this place before. I found this place while doing research on my ancestors and chanced on it by way of a film crew taping an episode of “Dumb Deaths” on the grounds. The owner had an impressible knowledge of the house’s history and of one of my ancestors who had died in the Old Woodstone House once on the property. (It was burned down after being used as a pest house.) Not sure what her sources were, but despite her long pauses, we had a wonderful chat and much of her knowledge was quite accurate. Her husband is the cook and the meals were embarrassingly elaborate, but I did enjoy the talks about American history and the Jazz era.

How often have you visited us?
First time visitor

Could your experience have been better? If yes, how?
I thought the experience was fairly unremarkable. The meals don’t match the location, but the owners managed to oddly guess my every request. That alone made my stay memorable.

Additional comments/suggestion
Thank you for letting me stay with you.