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2 8 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Farmhouse Catkills, USA Steeped in an over-a-century old settlement – the iconic main building, its hand-hewn barn dating from 1869, and its mix of old and new mid-century modern pieces that salute the glory days of the region have surely been re-curated to charm the next generation. With their wooden decks and designer rocking chairs, these buildings are a throwback to a time when terms like “upcycling” and “organic” were a way of life and not a trend, Farmhouse Catskills welcomes a new breed of traveller to an old-world setting. And here amongst the glory meadows and natural streams fly fishing, kayaking, horseback riding and the likes have become the natural hub for outdoor activities, social agendas and all that comes with it. Suites and rooms have been kitted out with quality linen, wooden elements and organic shapes for fixtures. Tones mimic the outdoors –blending inside and out, whilst the simple sophisticated design elements resembling Upscale New York in its heyday. Food at the property on offer is bistro-like quality made with local and seasonal ingredients, or head to the nearby villages for quirky cafes and local tearooms – if one must.