- With loads of leaf peeping, craft beer, and cider, towns in the Hudson River Valley offer the perfect fall weekend escape.
- Popular places like Beacon, Hudson, Rhinebeck, and other neighboring areas are accessible from New York City by train or bus, eliminating the need for a car.
- We looked for top-rated unique Airbnb rentals in the Hudson Valley available on a weekend next month, ranging from $139 to $315 per night.
For New Yorkers looking for a quick weekend getaway this fall, the biggest foil can sometimes be just getting where you want to go.
Many urbanites don't own a car, or feel comfortable renting one. Problematic, if the dreamy place you're eyeing to bunk is especially remote.
Fortunately, there are plenty of affordable and unique Upstate New York Airbnb rentals within a three hour drive that aren't too hard to reach. But, if you really want to make things easy, some of the best gems are located right along major transit lines in the Hudson River Valley.
Hudson Valley towns like Beacon, Cold Spring, Hudson, and others are all loaded with stunning Airbnbs available to rent next month on, yes, a weekend. Major New York City train and bus lines reach them in around two hours or less, meaning you can easily leave after work on Friday - no OOO necessary.
If you want to skip town without stressing over how to get there, these Airbnb listings are all a short walk, or few minutes' drive from the local train station. Popular cities like Beacon or Hudson do typically price on the higher end, as there's not only increased demand, but more to do in town, too.
To ensure your money is well spent, I set the following parameters to identify truly unique properties:
- Airbnb listing is for the entire home (no awkward kitchen conversations with your host while sipping morning coffee).
- The home is available on a weekend. I looked a month out at both October 18-20 or 25-27. Listings range in price from $139 to $315 per night. All were available to book as of publishing time.
- All are highly-rated Airbnb listings in New York's Hudson Valley, with a review score of 4.7 or higher.
- Decor is highly regarded, incorporating unique furniture, design accents, historical elements, and attention to detail. These are not simply crash pads.
- Properties feel cozy and warm. 'Tis the season.
Once you're settled in your Airbnb rental, you'll quickly see why these Hudson Valley towns are so special.
Keep reading to book any of these 13 Airbnbs for every price point, ranging from $139 to $315 a night.
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