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<\/p>\nThe Catskills is a gorgeous destination all year round, but something about the brilliant colors of the autumn foliage make it a must-see this time of year. Only a two hour drive from NYC, it is the perfect weekend getaway with kids.<\/p>\n
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STAY<\/strong><\/p>\n The Arnold House<\/a> is an idyllic retreat away from the hectic pace of the city.\u00a0 The recently renovated manor features 9 warm and inviting rooms plus a suite and studio which are better suited for families.<\/p>\n Get back to basics and stay at their Lake House<\/a>, situated on Shandelee Lake just a mile down the road.\u00a0 Play some board games, chop your own wood or go fishing and grill your catch for a \u201clake to BBQ\u201d meal.\u00a0 If you prefer to get pampered, try their spa, which offers a wide range of treatments, including a Pre-Natal massage for expecting mothers.<\/p>\n Other places to stay in the area:<\/p>\n EAT<\/strong><\/p>\n For breakfast, head to Brandenburg Bakery<\/a> where you\u2019ll find treats like Cinnamon buns, crumb cakes and fresh home-made bread.<\/p>\n Up the road from The Arnold House is Main Street Farm Market and Cafe<\/a>, a casual spot to grab a sandwich and shop local produce.<\/p>\n For an intimate cafe setting try Rolling River<\/a> in nearby Parksville where you dine inside a renovated carriage house. The menu includes international dishes such as buckwheat soba noodles, marinated herring and pickled onions, Chicken Marsala, rack of lamb and trout.<\/p>\n DO<\/strong><\/p>\n Pick some crispy apples at Apple Pond Farm<\/a> in nearby Callicoon.\u00a0 They also offer children\u2019s farm tours every Saturday in October at 10am.\u00a0 Check out BuckbrookAlpacas<\/a> for more farm tours.<\/p>\n Find the perfect pumpkin at Cunningham Family Farms<\/a> in Swan Lake, NY.\u00a0 The kids will also love the huge corn maze, tractor rides and obstacle course. Open 11am-5pm on weekends.<\/p>\n Spend an afternoon fly-fishing in the pristine streams and rivers around Roscoe, NY, the east coast\u2019s top destination for trout fishing.\u00a0 For lessons and a guide check out Baxter House River Outfitters<\/a>.<\/p>\n SHOP<\/strong><\/p>\n Nest<\/a>, a lifestyle boutique with gorgeous finds for the home, just opened up their second shop in Livingston Manor a few weeks ago.\u00a0 Find country contemporary products ranging from bed and bath, homewares, furniture, clothing, accessories and jewelry.<\/p>\n For a handpicked selection of clothing, accessories and gifts head downtown to Willow Brown<\/a>.\u00a0 For a sweet-smelling surprise, check out the beautiful fresh flower shop in the back of the store.<\/p>\n For more information: www.visitthecatskills.com<\/a><\/p>\n Like what you read?<\/span> Sign up<\/a> for our free newsletter so you can be informed of the latest FREE <\/span>webinars & teleclasses,<\/a> parenting articles, & weekly raffles.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n
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