Condé Nast TravelerOct 8
The Catskills Town I’ll Always Return to When New York Fall Begins
The “Painted Village in the Sky” is my favorite little Catskills escape—and a perpetual cold-weather sanctuary.
Ski hub just five miles from Tannersville.
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- Scribner's Catskill LodgeHotelExpansive resort with seasonal pool and sauna.
- Hunter MountainSightSki hub just five miles from Tannersville.
- Elsewhere
- Hotel LilienHotelTannersville, United StatesRestored historic property with cocktail bar and library.
- Deer Mountain InnHotelTannersville, United StatesPerched above town on 168 acres with six rooms.
- Hotel Mountain BrookHotelTannersville, United StatesAdirondack-style lodge with complimentary breakfast.
- The Pantry On MainRestaurantTannersville, United StatesMain Street breakfast and lunch spot with provisions.
- Deja BrewRestaurantTannersville, United StatesCoffee, breakfast, sandwiches, and pastries before hitting trails.
- Mama's Boy BurgersRestaurantTannersville, United StatesRetro-inspired spot for burgers, fries, and ice cream.
- Pancho VillaRestaurantTannersville, United StatesLong-time Mexican restaurant known for tacos and tequila.
- Brave the FlamesRestaurantTannersville, United StatesCasual spot for comfort food, burgers, and specials.
- Lucky CatksillsRestaurantTannersville, United StatesAsian flavors with dumplings, ramen, and steamed buns.
- Last Chance Antiques and Cheese CaféRestaurantTannersville, United StatesInstitution with food, cheese, antiques, and live music.
- Tannersville Antiques and Artisan CenterMarketTannersville, United StatesPacked with vintage furniture, artwork, and jewelry.
- Mountain Top LibrarySightTannersville, United StatesCommunity hub in a former Catholic church.
- Space Brew PubRestaurantTannersville, United StatesLocally crafted beers and classic American food.
- Escarpment Trail to Kaaterskill FallsTrailCatskill Mountains, United StatesClassic trail with dramatic overlooks and waterfalls.
- Mountain Top Arboretum LoopTrailCatskill Mountains, United StatesCombines arboretum, meadows, hemlock groves, and marsh.
- Scutt Road LoopTrailCatskill Mountains, United StatesRugged day hike with forest, caves, and overlooks.
- Rip Van Winkle Lake ParkParkTannersville, United StatesPark with bike path, playground, and sports courts.