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|The city approved an expansion project at the Community Health and Wellness Center on Migeon Avenue on Wednesday. Bruno Matarazzo Jr. Republican-American
TORRINGTON — An expansion project at the Community Health and Wellness Center will go out to bid in three to four weeks following approval by the city's planning and zoning commission, according to the nonprofit's board president.
The commission voted unanimously on Wednesday to approve a 24,000-square-foot addition to the health care facility at 469 Migeon Ave.
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Foreclosure Crisis May Be a 'Blip': Dimon
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- As states attorney generals in 49 states launch a nearly nationwide probe into the latest foreclosure mess, JPMorgan Chase (JPM) is addressing its foreclosure issues by taking a down in the trenches approach.
JPMorgan is currently reviewing roughly 115,000 loan files in the foreclosure process and will re-file affidavits where appropriatem -- or even delay foreclosure sales in certain states -- while new processes are being put in place. The banks said it wants to "ensure we fulfill all procedural requirements on a go-forward basis," according to JP Morgan's third-quarter earnings call presentation slides.
Members of JPMorgan's management said on the call earlier in the day that it has identified issues related to affidavits signed under the foreclosure process.
Specifically that some affidavits were not properly notarized, while other signers of the forms did not personally review the underlying loan files, but employees instead relied upon the work of others.Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon said while it would take several weeks to go through the files, as well as various conversations with state attorney generals and regulators, hopefully the banks will be able to resume foreclosures in early 2011.
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Denia hotel with a bar/lounge
Situated by the sea, this hotel is close to Las Marinas Beach, Les Bovetes Beach, and Denia Beach. Also nearby are Denia Castle and Denia Archaeological Museum.
Hotel Features
Hotel Villamor provides a bar/lounge, complimentary wireless Internet access, laundry facilities, and a computer station.
Room Amenities
In addition to air conditioning and safes, guestrooms feature desks along with hair dryers and private bathrooms.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
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Hotel Villamor features a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This Denia hotel also offers a garden, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours).
Hotel Villamor is a smoke-free property.
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- Total number of rooms - 22
- Number of floors - 2
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Room service (during limited hours) is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Mountain biking nearby
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Breakfast fee: EUR 3.50 per person (approximately)
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Wow, what an amazing week. After a whirlwind three weeks of traveling, I am finally home again in LA. My first stop was NYC, from there to Florence for Firenze4Ever and then the Bay Area to visit my husband's family. While my apartment may be a disaster I did have the chance to catch up with my favorite blogs and fashion news sites. Here are the best reads (in my opinion) from around the web on fashion for the week!
1. Wendy's Lookbook: Travel Diary Part II :: The hunt & Unforgettable Memories
Today is Part 2 (Part 1 here) with a section dedicated to shopping, which I call "The Hunt." But before I continue, I greatly appreciate your kind words on my last blog post! It was a dream come true to be in Italy and thank you so much for letting me share. (More, here).
2. Independent Fashion Bloggers: Why Fashion Bloggers Don't Need Agents
f I had signed with an agent, I could 100% guarantee you IFB would not be where it is today. With a team of five, on the verge of a total website relaunch which you'll see in July, the IFB Conference twice a year, and so much more in the works. Of course, agents (More, here).
3. Business of Fashion: The Creative Class | Natalie Joos
NEW YORK, United States — Casting agents are typically a behind-the-scenes bunch whose hand in selecting the right faces for runway shows, editorial pages and advertising campaigns is largely invisible to the untrained eye. But get-up-and-go Natalie Joos is (More, here).
4. Fashion Telegraph UK: Inside the limo with Anna Dello Russo
Anna Dello Russo is a veteran Italian fashion editor who has become an internet superstar thanks to her exhibitionist penchant for classic high-fashion and extreme hats. During the last few days at the Milan menswear collections she has been on the front (More, here).
5. Forbes: Nasty Gal's Sophia Amoruso: Fashion's New Phenom
Ten young women dressed in a catwalk-ready mix of denim fringe vests, short shorts, neon sheer tops and 5-inch platform boots are clustered in a downtown Los Angeles conference room on a recent morning. They take turns doing introductions in between (More, here).
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Nowadays, people have become more cautious of purchasing things, and they know to purchase products, which last long. The manufacturers and dealers now know how to attract the customers by coming up with new and innovative ideas. For purchasing trucks, customers are searching at various options, so that they can get a cheaper or affordable truck without spending bags of money. Transportation takes place not in large scale industries, but also in small scale firms and hence the demand for trucks is on high. Depending on the needs of companies, you can buy trucks from broad range of options offered in the market today. The companies like Mack, Ford, Peterbilt, Dodge, Volvo, Chevrolet and International are some of the prominent names who produce wide range of truck models.
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- Release Date 12/19/2007
- Publisher Mumbo Jumbo
- Platform PSP Games
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Delve into the beautiful and exotic land of ancient Egypt with 88 all-new, gorgeous levels of stunning graphics set amongst pyramids and temples. Use your winged scarab to shoot and destroy magical spheres as they approach the pyramids at the end of their path. Five new scarabs await your command as you discover new and more explosive power-ups than ever before! The new power-up ranking system will make your job easier and more challenging all at once, as will the new "blessing system," adding complexity and interest to this brilliantly simple and beautiful puzzle game. Shoot for several different badges, including 13 new ones, as you follow the narrated and captivating storyline along the banks of the ancient Nile.
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Same as the other Luxor. (7 out of 10)
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So very much like the other "Luxor the Wrath of Set" it was hard to compare. Still it was really fun.more
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Diamond Delicacy of a Vintage Platinum Ring
The very nature of platinum allows for the creation of pierced and open work settings with sufficient strength to maintain the integrity of the mount. Here we see the precious metal with delicate openwork floral forms able to display a centered old European cut diamond of about .60 carats with fifteen (15) single cut accent diamonds of an additional estimated total .20 carats embellishing the gallery and shank. In all, the total diamond weight for the ring is about .80 carats with H-I color and VS2 clarity. There are no visible inclusions in the stones.
Date: Diamond is early 20th century; mount somewhat later.
Measurements: 3/8 of an inch (0.9 cm) in length north to south on the hand and rises 1/4 of an inch (0.6 cm) high off the finger. Weighs 3.9 grams (2.5 dwt).
Ring Size: US 5-3/4 (UK L; Int. Dia. 16.25; Euro 51.5 mm; Japan just over 10) and easily can be sized to fit most. Ring sizing information.
Hallmarks: "10% Irid Plat"; "OL".
Condition: Excellent; evidence of an old resizing visible with magnification.
Origin: American in origin.
Note: Diamonds have not been removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting. All diamond weights have been approximated by measurement and formula and may vary from actual weights. Grading has been done in situ and also may vary if stones are removed.
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Hunter Hayes Responds to Grammy Nomination
Hunter Hayes has commented on his recently-announced Grammy nomination, calling it "one of the most exciting things that can happen in your career."
Hunter Hayes has commented on his recently-announced Grammy nomination, calling it "one of the most exciting things that can happen in your career."
Lady Antebellum will honored in a big way when the worlds of music and politics collide. Next month's 2014 Grammys on the Hill Awards will find the group with a prestigious award in hand.
Fifty years after the original British invasion, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley and others helped celebrate with a Grammy Beatles tribute.
Taylor Swift was nominated for the biggest award of the night at the 2014 Grammy Awards, and although she missed out on taking home a trophy, she left with her grace.
Hunter Hayes represents a new breed of country artists under 25 with majorly bright careers ahead of them. But despite the fact that Hayes himself is recognized as an amazing talent, he is still a music fan at heart.
Country music shined at the 2014 Grammys, with nine of Nashville's top singers taking the stage to sing and play guitar. Collaborations and solo performances from artists like Keith Urban, Blake Shelton and Hunter Hayes were among the night's best, but what was the best moment?
Keith Urban let his emotions show during a mass wedding performed by rapper Queen Latifah at the 2014 Grammys on Sunday night (Jan. 26).
Miranda Lambert paired up with Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day at the 2014 Grammys for a special memorial performance to honor the late Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers.
Nearly a dozen country stars walked the red carpet at the 2014 Grammys on Sunday (Jan. 26), and most looked their best.
Unlike past years, the worst dressed at the 2014 Grammys didn't come in eggs or gowns that make modest men blush.
The 2014 Grammys were a huge night for Kacey Musgraves -- and not just because she knocked out a dazzling performance. The country newcomer also won the award for Best Country Album, beating out some of country's biggest stars.
Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson and Blake Shelton joined forces for a legendary performance at the 2014 Grammys on Sunday (Jan. 26), and boy, did they deliver.


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Finca Colina Olive room Bed & Breakfast Almogia
Official Contact Details - Finca Colina Olive roomPhone: 0034 952110552
Nestling in the Andalucian Mountains in unspoiled Spain yet just 40 mins drive from Malaga airport Finca Colina mountain retreat offers you rest and relaxation.Gardens and pool with spectacular views.
- Price from 55 EUR / Day
- 1 bedroom
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Leave your high heels and suits in your wardrobe, catch a cheap flight to Malaga and step into inland Andalucia,"Real Spain". Hire a car if you want to see more of the area or we can arrange airport transfer if you want to just arrive and chill with no hassle. This is your time and your space to be whether for a few days or a few weeks.
We are here to welcome you whenever you feel you'd like to "retreat" for a while. Walk amongst our olive trees,help yourself to almonds or lemons straight from the tree or if your taste is for spicey food use some of our chillies in your cooking.
We have a new Spanish bar within 5 minutes walk of the finca. You can sit inside or out for a "no frills" experience of unspoiled Spain. Don't expect the chairs to match or cocktails.Don't expect anyone else in the bar to speak English but you can expect a friendly welcome. We converted the stable into a cosy en suite room with two single beds. As this has an ancient olive tree outside its door it is the olive room.You can use the kitchen and sitting room on the lower floor of the casita. This is just 15 metres from your private terrace. If you rent both the casita and the olive rooms you could use the double sofa bed in the sitting room of the casita so that you can accommodate a party of 7. (add 18 euros per person per night for more than 4 people). Finca Colina is an in an area which is excellent for walkingand bird watching.If you'd like culture as well as nature we are within easy distance of Malaga, Antequeraand Granada.
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Get away from it all! No night clubs, no fish and chips, no English breakfasts!Unspoiled countryside where you can walk for miles and see only birds, donkeys and the occassional herd of goats.. or our neighbour ploughing the land with his mules. Almogia, our nearest town with plenty of small shops, restaurants,bars and internet access is a 20 minute drive over the mountain.From here you can catch a bus to Malaga. You don't have to move from the finca as Paco brings his mobile shop each morning and if you want, we'll do your shopping for you.If you fancy some sea air you can drive to the beach in 40 minutes.
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The "Olive Room" has 2 single beds and is en suite. It has its own terrace with table and chairs.The sitting room and kitchen is 15 metres from the terrace.Bottled water and ingredients to make Continental breakfast will be available in the Casita Kitchen which has all necessary facilities including fridge, micro-wave/grill, toaster and gas hob.
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Vodafone continues to be one of the leading networks in the UK, with very good coverage in both its 2G and 3G networks - it's official figure is 99.7% coverage - and it also has the clout to secure exclusive deals on desirable handsets.
It also offers you free UK calls with your loved ones for £5 per month with its Family and Friends feature. Vodafone Passport allows you to use your price plan abroad as long as you pay a 75p connection charge. A consistently reliable network.
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Free World Tavern Poker Tournaments Buffalo Wild Wings in Crystal City, VA
Thursday, Jan 31, 2013 7:00p
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar Arlington, VA
Free World Tavern Poker Touraments, every Wednesday and Thursday evening at Buffalo Wild Wings in Crystal City in Arlington at 7 and 9:30 pm. No gambling. Winners win gift certificates to the venue and can play to qualify for regional/national events where World Series of Poker seats are given out! Buffalo Wild Wings is located at 2450 Crystal Drive, VA. There is parking in the garage on 23rd street that is free after 6 pm. Everyone is welcome and new players are encouraged to join the fun.
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Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
2450 Crystal Dr.
Arlington, VA 22227
2450 Crystal Dr.
Arlington, VA 22227
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Coral has spawned for another year and new day trip operator added to our site
Its been an active week this week especially for most of the day operators who were running night trips in the hope of catching the annual Coral Spawning. This amazing event occurs around 6 days after the 11th full moon of the year. However water conditions need to be perfect, and its when all the [...]
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WOW, what a day on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Marine World guest's snorkelled and dived amongst an array of different marine life today including some regulars, Red Bass, Sweet Lip, Yellow Tail Fusiliers, Damsels, Coral Trout, Turtles and a couple of Blue Spotted Lagoon Rays.
With clear blue skies all day on the outer [...]
Perfect snorkelling conditions
We had some friends go out snorkeling on Tusa T6 this week and just wanted to say a huge thanks for such an awesome day. The sea was flat as a pancake and with 20m vizability and water temperature of 26 deg C (80 deg F) it was heavenly!
Large schools of wrasse were [...]
Labour Day Holidays
Not much going on this week folks. Beautiful out on the Reef and Sea Quest have decided to keep going with their Specials throughout October. Snorkel the Reef in super fast comfort for only $99 + taxes. Great deal.
Here is the Reef Magic Reef report for the next couple of day. It's a [...]
Re-breathers on the reef
Beautiful hot weather up here right now and hitting 30 de C almost every day! Water is creeping up to a nice 25 deg C so we can do away with wet suits in a few weeks!
Bumped into a friend of mine who runs the diving on Ref magic who was telling me he [...]
Start of the new season, and Debris Month of Action
Hello everyone hope you are all dusting off the dive gear (assuming you are here in the Southern Hemisphere) and getting ready for the start of what is shaping up to be am amazing dive season. The whale migration is nearly over and we had some amazing sightings.
The next big event is the Coral [...]
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The Marine Snorkel Tours were a popular choice today, providing commentary of all the different species of fish and coral life below the water. On the tour along the Moore Reef drop off the Biologist spotted large schools of surgeon fish, barracuda, a large Maori wrasse, spotted [...]
White Whale is back in Cairns!!
What a spectacular whale watching season so far! Australias most famous white humpback whale is basking in the warm tropical Coral Sea waters.
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Thibs sends out Bulls' A-Team for final regular-season game
BY JOE COWLEY firstname.lastname@example.com April 17, 2013 9:47PM
CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 17: Jan Vesely #24 of the Washington Wizards knocks the ball away from Joakim Noah #13 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on April 17, 2013 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
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Coach Tom Thibodeau seemed to be on an island Wednesday, especially with some of the lineups other Eastern Conference teams used on the last night of the regular season.
While most of the playoff-bound teams rested their stars, or gave them limited minutes, it was business as usual for Thibodeau.
"I think there's a certain obligation,'' Thibodeau said of playing his best players if they're not injured. "But I think you want to do what's right, and some guys do need [rest], and that's the right thing to do. I also think you have to respect the game. Maybe you're not playing as many minutes as you normally would, but I do think if you can play, you should play.
"That's one of the things that I respect about [Michael] Jordan. He always did that, whether it was preseason, the end of a season. He may not have played the same amount of minutes, but he played some. That's important for the game, for the league. But some guys do need rest, and if a guy needs rest, then that's what should be done also. There's two sides to that, but you try to do what's right.''
Thibodeau opened up with his usual starters, then got some minutes for Joakim Noah and Taj Gibson, who played their second game since returning from injuries.
Second-year swingman Jimmy Butler said he and his teammates didn't care whom they drew in the first round of the playoffs because what happened in the regular season was meaningless.
"I feel like the playoffs are a totally different season,'' Butler said. "You play the same team possibly seven times. It's a totally different situation.
''I feel like everything before that [is erased], and you're going into it with momentum.''
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The only players unable to go in the finale were Vladimir Radmanovic and Derrick Rose.
Radmanovic (back) also was ruled out of the game Monday at Orlando. He's expected back for the playoffs.


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Description: Jeff is an American filmmaker with Azerbaijani origins. His obsession is to make a film documenting the fate of his mother and by extension her country, which was split in two at the Yalta conference, divided between Iran and the USSR. He decides to travel to Azerbaijan, a decision that threatens to end his marriage. He goes, and shoots a film with a young woman called Jayran playing his mother. The two form a powerful bond, and he begins to doubt his return to America. But meanwhile, the Russian secret police are unhappy with his investigations.
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4,6 sur novembre 03, 2014
An adorable inn in a very cute town. Extremely gracious hosts. Fabulous made-to-order breakfasts. Freshest eggs I have ever had in my life!
4,2 sur octobre 20, 2014
Nabil is a fabulous cook.
3,0 sur août 17, 2014
My husband and I spent the night at the Inn. The owners were friendly and accommodated our dog which was a wonderful surprise. The Inn was nice--our biggest issue was that our room faced the porch--actually our heads in bed faced the porch. The room was a bit noisy simply due to the traffic on 9. Early in the am someone began arguing with another on the porch which woke us up. I imagine they didn't remember there were guests so close to the porch. The breakfast was so-so--although I am not a breakfast person. Eggs, toast, sausage and OJ. Nothing too fancy. The pluses were the friendly owners, clean bathrooms and comfy beds.
3,6 sur août 15, 2014
We stayed at the Red Hook Country Inn for one night while visiting Bard College with our son. The Red Hook Country Inn is an historic home which is lovingly maintained. Pat was a gracious host, served fresh baked cookies and iced tea and gave us good restaurant and sightseeing recommendations. Breakfast was delicious. My husband has a special diet and Nahib was able to accommodate his diet and wanted to make sure that all of us were satisfied with our breakfast.
4,4 sur août 14, 2014
We have stayed here several times and always found it to be an excellent value, with large beds and bathtubs and all the amenities. Pat and Nabil are very friendly and solicitous and looked to our every need with a smile.
5 sur juin 30, 2014
Our two nights at The Red Hook Country Inn were a delightful way to recover from a busy week in New York City. Pat and Nabil made us feel as though we were friends visiting their home, and the dinner Nabil cooked for the 4 of us was among the best meals we had on our whole trip. Breakfasts are excellent, in no small part because the eggs we ate were the epitome of local: laid by the flock of beautiful chickens in the back yard. Our favorite part of the stay was the impromptu al fresco picnic we enjoyed our second night: after a long day of sightseeing, we picked up bread, cheese, fruit and wine and relaxed in the summer house.
4,4 sur juin 11, 2014
Just spent a wonderful long weekend in Red Hook/Rhinebeck, NY at the Red Hook Country Inn. The B&B feels just like home...and Pat & Nabil are great hosts!
4,8 sur mai 04, 2014
outstanding , friendly, homely service with rooms exquisitely furnished
4,0 sur avril 27, 2014
I'm not a 'B&B person' so the Red Hook Inn blew me away with hospitality, old world charm, modern amenities and kick-butt breakfast. Thanks, Pat & Chef Nabil
4,6 sur mars 05, 2014
I could truly go on and on about how wonderful Pat, Peggy and Nabil are at the Red Hook Inn. My mom and I spent two nights there while visiting Bard and we felt completely at home. Pat makes it feel like we are family in her own home and every little detail was thought of. It was extremely cozy and Nabil is a wonderful chef. The location is also prime as it is down the street from several good restaurants! I could not give it a higher recommendation.
3,2 sur mars 02, 2014
Was off season as we visited nearby college. Friendly and accommodating but expensive.
4,0 sur janvier 24, 2014
We were the only couple staying at the inn for New Year's. Very quiet and comfortable, friendly owners, and a delicious breakfast served each morning! Since it was New Year's, a lot of sites and attractions in the area were closed, but the surrounding towns provided some sightseeing. Would visit again, but more likely in the spring/summer with the warmer weather and attractions to see!
4,6 sur novembre 04, 2013
Pat and her husband, Nabil, are simply lovely. They are so warm, friendly and helpful that our stay was a delight. I will definitely return for visits in the years to come!
4,4 sur octobre 11, 2013
Stayed for two nights. Great family-run B&B. Excellent breakfast quickly prepared. Easy parking. Great/convenient location. Definitely recommend. M. Kamin
4,6 sur août 18, 2013
I have stayed at the RHI a few times with my husband. This time I booked our stay for a girls trip. There were six of us, and as usual, out stay was wonderful! Pat and Nabil are so friendly and helpful. The rooms are very comfortable with nice bathrooms. The breakfast is always delicious, prepared by Chef Nabil. Pat always gives us the best tips for fun in the area. It is our "home away from home". We booked again for Bard Graduation next year!
4,6 sur juillet 24, 2013
A perfect place to meet brother and sister-in-law midway to enjoy relaxing companionship for a week-end. Housekeepers/owners were delightful, helpful with regard to recommendations for sightseeing and dining, as well as local history and gossip. Pleasant and comfortable environment and felt like a family member/friends rather than clients or customers. Highly recommend for adults.
4,8 sur juin 12, 2013
The Red Hook Country Inn is a wonderful place that is operated by wonderful people. My wife and I enjoyed out weekend with Pat and Nabil, who made us feel like a member of the family. The rooms were wonderful, breakfast outstanding and it made our weekend at the Country Living Fair a great experience.
4,2 sur mai 09, 2013
We had a very nice weekend in the Hudson Valley. Pat couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. The room was comfortable and well-appointed with a comfortable king-sized bed, good storage and a private bath with jacuzzi tub. Breakfast was delicious - can't do better then fresh eggs from their own hens! We will go back.
4,8 sur avril 30, 2013
Couldn't have been a nicer place with great people. Perfect for a concert trip to Bard!
4,0 sur mars 21, 2013
Welcoming and charming. Comfortably. Convenient to Bard shuttle across the street. Walking distance to restaurants. Great value.
4,2 sur mai 07, 2012
We were visiting from the UK and our original booking in the Catskills proved less than ideal, so a quick call to the Red Hook Inn managed to secure three nights for us. Pat, Nabil and Eileen were the consummate hosts, welcoming and accommodating in equal measure. We needed some room adjustments and these were done without fuss and Pat's recommendations for a local concert at the Frank Ghery centre proved one of the highlights of our Hudson Valley trip. Further recommendations on local eateries and visits proved just as successful. We really enjoyed our time at the Red Hook Inn and would recommend it to travellers who want a friendly, comfortable and extremely good-value location right in the heart of the best bits of the Hudson Valley. Lois and Colin
5 sur février 20, 2012
I had the opportunity to visit the Red Hook Inn while visiting Bard College with my daughter and my sister. Pat and Nabil are so welcoming, and we felt immediately at ease. My daughter and I stayed in room 4 which is very comfortable and spacious. This Inn offers modern amenities in an old world and charming setting. Nabil's breakfast was delicious. The location of the Inn is in the perfect setting for a retreat, getaway, and if you happen to be visiting Bard College. We can't wait to return!
5 sur décembre 18, 2011
We have stayed here every year in June for the past 5 years. Our reason for being in the area has ended but we intend to continue the tradition due to the warmth, comfort and hospitality extended by Pat and Nabil. Every visit has been restful and a little different from the others, but consistent is the graciousness and friendliness of the hosts. They never fail to extend some extra courtesy and treat us like old friends. If you go, don't miss the chef's table dinner to feel like royalty for one night.
5 sur novembre 05, 2011
This is more than a Bed and Breakfaset. Pat and Nabil are not only the gracious hosts one would expect of a first rate B&B, but Nabil is also a tasteful and enthusiatic chef. Breakfast is fresh eggs right from their hens housed on property, homemade bread, fresh cinnamon donuts, freshly squeezed oj. If you make arrangements ahead of time, Nabil will also serve you one of his expertly cooked and charmingly served dinners by candle light. My wife and I can really not praise this homey yet sophisticated B&B enough.
4,4 sur octobre 03, 2011
We very much enjoyed our stay at the Red Hook Inn. Pat and Nabil were charming, friendly and considerate. They made sure we had everything we needed and made sure our special needs were addressed. If we are ever in the area again, we most certainly will stay there again. Thank you, Pat and Nabil, for your hospitality, delicious breakfasts and dinners, and your friendship. Take care. DB and KK
4,6 sur août 26, 2011
My daughter and I arrived after visiting a few area colleges. There was a minor snafu in the reservation (room type) which Pat corrected promptly. After that, everything was A+. As befits a B&B, there was interest shown in our whereabouts, etc. and friendly chit chat. But it was not the usual mindless stuff; Pat and Nabil are amusing and intelligent. We passed on dinner at the inn (though I gather it is excellent) in favor of a fun place in nearby Tivoli (Luna 61; check out my yelp review). Slept like logs. Breakfast was very good, accompanied by Nabil's clever retorts to my annoying questions. My daughter is a vegetarian so Nabil, who cooked for a kosher family, commented that the potato latkes are fried in bacon fat. (I thrive on sarcasm by the way.) My wife would love this place so I hope we return And do not miss the iced tea at the front desk -- best evah! (fresh mint) Thanks!
4,8 sur juillet 24, 2011
My husband and I just wanted a quick get away. He went on line and found the Red Hook Inn B&B. From the time we got there to the time we left Pat and Nabil were very accommodating and warm. Our room was clean and cool(during the heat wave 7/11). Best sleep I have had in weeks. Tastefully decorated without missing a detail. Nabil's breakfast, to die for- Egg Benedict cooked to your specification. Pat is a wealth of information of the area's attraction. Coffee and tea all day and fresh cookies better than chain hotels. We are already planning our next stay.
4,6 sur juillet 05, 2011
We have had a beautiful overnight stay at the Red Hook Country Inn. My girlfriend and I are both vegans, so we called ahead to see whether chef Nabil could accommodate us. He far exceeded our expectations. Our 4-course meal was absolutely sumptuous, prepared with loving care and true expertise, and served with a smile in the intimate settings of the dining room. It was truly a magical and romantic evening. You have to experience it for yourself.
4,4 sur septembre 07, 2010
Pat Holden and Chef Nabil Ayoub at the Red Hook Country Inn were our gracious hosts when we came up for the Dutchess County Fair. We had made previous arrangements to have dinner at the Inn on the night we checked in and Chef Nabil greeted us when we arrived. We had each requested the Moroccan Rack of Lamb, and what a treat dinner was! We started with a fresh salad, and then moved to Chef Nabil's signature dish, his roast garlic soup. I would have been perfectly happy just to have bowl after bowl of that exquisitely delicious soup. But we were yet to taste the lamb. It is difficult to put into words just how fine the lamb was. However, one small clue was that it was completely unnecessary to season the dish. The spices were so delicately and perfectly balanced that adding salt or pepper would have been an insult. The lamb was tender and juicy, with a jalapeño mint glacé and it was served with a vegetable couscous that was the perfect side. A couple of broccoli florets with some baby carrots garnished the dish. For dessert, we had the Jameson Irish Whiskey Bread Pudding and the Apple Pie à la mode, followed by a mug of Egyptian tea. That meal alone was worth the trip from New York City Breakfast is served every morning, and we were fortunate to experience Chef Nabil's Eggs Benedict, made from eggs collected that morning from their own chickens. The breakfast was superb and gave us a flying start for the day. All in all, the meals were wonderful, the inn was charming, and I hope we will be Pat and Chef Nabil's guests many times in the future. If you plan to spend some time, even a night, in Dutchess County, you would be well-advised to check into the Red Hook Country Inn.
4,4 sur juillet 20, 2010
Very comfortable. Really nice people. My wife and I enjoyed our stay immensely. Looking forward to a return visit.
3,6 sur juillet 12, 2010
We were charmed by Pat and Nabil and their staff. They were so helpful and friendly and we felt right at home.
5 sur juillet 07, 2010
The most gracious hosts, exquisite food and lovely setting make the Red Hook Country Inn a wonderful and truly comfortable place to stay. The Inn is quaint and full of history with a few surprises as well.
4,6 sur avril 03, 2010
Pat's warm hospitality and engaging personality made our one-night stay delightful. The inn is charming and has many thoughtful touches, like a video library, full service coffee and cocoa bar and a wonderfully comfortable bed with good pillows. The small town of Red Hook is a nice, walkable surrounding. Our breakfast was fresh and hot with homemade scones. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely return to sit on the wide porch, take advantage of the hot tub and travel the nearby area.
5 sur mars 16, 2010
All the charm and amenities of the best country inns, plus a world-class chef whose Eggs Benedict (made from eggs hatched THAT morning in the chicken coop out back) boast an unmatched, uniquely spiced hollandaise sauce; a full library of free movies for every taste and age group; and a warm and welcoming staff. A quiet, relaxing escape for an adult traveling alone, a romantic destination for a couple and/or a very special country adventure for the little people in your life. I recommend it highly!
4,6 sur mars 16, 2010
We love the Red Hook Inn, and return every June for the past 4 years. Pat and Nabil are warm and gracious and treated us like family from day 1 while respecting our space. Nabil's cooking is healthy and delicious. The rooms are comfortable (the beds so cozy) and even our son, now a teen, looks forward to staying here. We feel always as though Pat and Nabil treat us as they would want to be treated. They are attentive to large and small details and have gone very much out of their way to make our son comfortable. They are warm and generous. The house has a lot of character. We love hanging out on the porch. If you want a relaxing, welcoming weekend, stay here!
5 sur février 23, 2010
My daughter and I stayed at the inn while in town for college visits. The Inn is very nice and cozy. The rooms are quiet and well appointed. Best of all, Pat and Nabil are wonderful! They truly welcomed us in to their home and provided lots of info about the area. I am so glad we decided to stay with them. Nabil's breakfast was wonderful! We truly enjoyed it and would highly recommend the Red Hook Inn to anyone who is visiting the area.
4,6 sur octobre 03, 2009
My daughter and I stayed during a college visit here and thoroughly enjoyed it. Pat and Nabil are wonderful and I am hoping to taste Nabil's Babaganouj on our next trip; hopefully for IDP.
4,2 sur octobre 02, 2009
After an exhaustive online search of B&B's in the Rhinebeck area, I settled on The Red Hook Inn to celbrate my boyfriend's birthday. I was drawn by the location, the pretty rooms, and the relaxing porch. The innkeepers, Pat and Nabil, welcomed us like family. They attended to every detail of our stay, despite having a large party of VIP guests and working the street fair on Saturday. Red Hook is charming in it's own right, and the inn is a short drive from Rhinebeck, the CIA, and historic sites. Our room, #5, was spacious, with a fireplace and a bed to die for! Nabil's breakfasts are spectacular. If you ask, he'll make Turkish coffee for you-thanks Nabil! I did not get a chance to use the hot tub :( , though another guest said it was great. Oh, well, I guess we'll have to come back.
5 sur septembre 29, 2009
We stumbled upon the Red Hook by chance. Two weary British travellers looking for a place to stay for the night. What a wonderful stay we had. Fabulous hosts, scrumptious food and a beautiful house. Pat and Nabil made our stay very memorable and we would certainly recommend staying here. The house is beautifully decorated, our room was very comfortable and Nabil's breakfast was a fantastic start to our day. If we are ever in the Hudson Valley area again we will be sure to stop by.
5 sur août 25, 2009
Beautifully decorated, meticulously maintained. Extremely comfortable beds -- I suffer from chronic back pain and had my first night of pain-free sleep in several weeks. Breakfast was delicious. All freshly prepared with fresh ingredients. The innkeepers are friendly and hospitable without being intrusive. Highly recommend.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thanks so much for your kind words! I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again the next time your business brings you to the Hudson Valley!
4,2 sur juillet 26, 2009
My Wife and I had a very relaxing couple of days. As you walk up the walkway to the Inn reads a sign that says(Strangers are just Friends we never met) How true that statement is when we met Pat Holden.With her husband Nabil on hoiday abroad Pat and her best friend Peggy made us feel like family.The rooms are very clean and inviting.If your looking for a nice B&B give The Red Hook Inn a try.You will not be disappointed.
5 sur juillet 02, 2009
We pulled into town, unannounced, on college visits and were delighted to find this B&B. Owners were helpful and friendly. They answered my son's questions on where he could go for a run and drew him a map. Hot tub in the backyard was a nice touch later. Accommodations were quiet and comfortable. We'd stay here again.
5 sur mai 26, 2009
Love the fresh flowers in the rooms! Staying here is like staying with you favorite family members. Pat could not be more hospitable. Delightful people!
5 sur mai 26, 2009
Great place! The owners provide wonderful service in their beautiful residence. I would recommend this place to anyone staying in the area!
5 sur mai 26, 2009
We enjoyed our stay very much. Pat made us feel very comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. We asked to be kept on their marketing list for future visits!
5 sur mai 20, 2009
My visit to Red Hook was so memorable and comfortable- would recommend this B&B highly in the future!
4,0 sur mai 11, 2009
My daughters and I visited the Inn for a mother's Day treat. We found it charming. The food was fabulous. Do book dinner when you stay there. The owners were very gracious. Karen Beck
4,0 sur avril 23, 2009
A couple of minor items missing from our suite but attractive and comfortable and our Middle Eastern dinner, cooked by chef Nabhil was excellent. The price seemed a bit high but not after we finished our 4 course 2 1/2 hour feast!
1,2 sur avril 03, 2009
We stayed at the inn in March of 2009. Upon arriving, we didn't get a tour or an orientation to the rooms and grounds. Our room was just not ready for guests! The ceiling fixture had been removed and the wires were hanging out of the hole! The toilet leaked, leaving a puddle running across the bathroom floor. The clock radio by the bed was broken and even though it was turned off, it still periodically emitted a static noise. I had to crawl under the bed to unplug it. The light switch by the door didnt illuminate any lights. The hair dryer provided in the bathroom didn't work. The night light in the bathroom didn't work. The windows were covered with plastic which was attached at the top and sides but was flapping at the bottom. One of two rooms our party rented didn't have toilet paper or towels. Late the first night, we went to the kitchen to put our restaurant leftovers in the refrigerator. The kitchen was not clean! The breakfast was eggs benedict and was clearly sub par. All in all, it was a very disappointing stay.
4,8 sur mars 11, 2009
The Red Hook Inn was a beautiful surprise as we look forward to spring. What a great way to start, lovely room, decor is warm, great food, very pleasant owner and chef. Not famililar with the area we relaxed yet kept happily busy for three wonderful days. Thank you to Pat and Nabil - so very much.
3,8 sur mars 04, 2009
Such a charming and cozy place. Our room was quite intimate, maybe even a bit too much--just like a bedroom upstairs in a huge house so it's not ideal if one is expecting isolated privacy. However, Pat and her husband have got to be the friendliest, most hospitable and cutest couple in the Hudson River Valley. Had a lovely time. Convenient location, parking and extremely warm and inviting. Would definitely recommend.
4,2 sur mars 03, 2009
Beautiful property. Excellent and super-friendly service. We felt welcomed and very comfortable. Breakfast was awesome. highly recommend!
3,4 sur février 20, 2009
Driven to dinner in a Rolls Royce! First time event for us. Room was spacious, warm, and rich woods and fireplace where we sat with feet up reading (felt we should have smoking jackets and pipe). Good tasty breakfast with set portions. We greatly enjoyed our hosts. We did not use the outdoor hot tub, but plush robes provided.
4,6 sur janvier 12, 2009
We stay here during the off-season. Regardless, we were greeted with all of the amenities of a modern hotel in a quaint, charming setting.
5 sur décembre 10, 2008
Extremely cozy home atmosphere. Excellent room with all necessary facilities. calm neighborhood. strongly recommend to everybody! Close to Bard campus, too!
3,0 sur décembre 09, 2008
The Red Hook Inn is well-appointed with attention paid to Victorian design detail. The host is friendly and attentive and made our stay very enjoyable. We would recommend this bed and breakfast.
4,4 sur novembre 20, 2008
A great find!
4,8 sur novembre 17, 2008
Pat and Nabil were wonderful, warm hosts. The inn is beautiful and comfy. We had a girls' weekend at the inn and had everything we needed and wanted to relax and enjoy our time together. Pat and Nabil provided excellent restaurant and activity recommendations. I will be back!
3,8 sur octobre 31, 2008
My cousin and I recently spent a weekend at the Red Hook Country Inn and were very pleased with our stay. The innkeeper, Pat, was exceedingly friendly and helpful. Her cheerful manner was very refreshing. The accommodations were clean and sizeable, and we had every thing needed to be comfortable. I highly recommend staying here.
4,2 sur octobre 28, 2008
Pat and Chef Nabil made me feel like I was part of the family. They were very accommodating and friendly. Red hook is beautiful in the fall.
5 sur octobre 22, 2008
So cozy, pretty. Really special people. Most comfortable bed ever! Very, very delicious breakfast! A place to return to
Réponse du propriétaire
Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience with us at The Red Hook Country Inn. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to meet you again in the future!
5 sur octobre 13, 2008
The owners & hosts, Pat & Nabil, are gracious and friendly. The atmosphere is homelike and the food is delicious. From reservation to departure they are attentive and kind. All B&B's should be like this!
Réponse du propriétaire
Thank you for taking the time to write about your visit to our home. We appreciate your patronage and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
3,8 sur octobre 11, 2008
Enjoyable stay; the owners are attentive and caring.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay with us. We appreciate your patronage and hope to host you again in the future!
1,2 sur octobre 02, 2008
Our B&B experience at The Red Hook Inn was less than satisfactory. The comfortable bed was the only good thing at the Inn. The Inn has an odd odor and overall the cleanliness is very poor. There is not a gathering room downstairs for relaxing and the areas that are open (i.e. bar area and dining room) are totally unkempt, dark and dirty. The fine touches of a well kept room and Inn are just not present here. There were cobwebs in the bathroom corners, garbage was not cleaned and the toilet and fixtures need updating. The bedroom and bathroom needs a fresh coat of paint, caulking and wood working fine touches. The inside window sills were very dirty. I moved a stool to but my feet up and there were food crumbs on the floor left over from another guest. We woke up to busy street traffic in the morning which was not relaxing. After using the Jacuzzi tub, it wouldn't turn off. Every 15 minutes for an hour long, the jets would turn on and we would have to get up and turn it off. The linen tablecloths at breakfast had stains on them. Breakfast was terrible; the frittata was an omelet that was made with pickles and tons of salt. I took several bites and just could not stomach to eat it. When I made the reservation, I recall the woman telling me this was a luxury Inn with luxury linens and towels with chocolate truffles and flowers in the room. There were flowers in the room but no luxury linens, towels or chocolate truffles. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this Inn to anyone.
Réponse du propriétaire
This review is a direct result of an extortion attempt for a 'free night' that did not go her way. Unfortunately, there are people who take advantage of small business with the threat of a negative review such as this, which was emailed to us 2 weeks after her stay with a demand for a full refund. We are onsite innkeepers who would happily have addressed any of these 'issues' had they been presented at the time of stay or had they at least been truthful. As we had many guests stay before and after this one, we have had many excellent reviews and no mention of any problems such as this guest has written.
5 sur octobre 01, 2008
We recently had the pleasure of staying at the Red Hook Inn, and it was a very positive experience. Our room was extremely comfortable, and our hosts Pat and Nabil were friendly and gracious. We had dinner at the inn, and it was delicious, from start to finish. Breakfast was delicious, as well. We highly recommend the inn as a place to stay while visiting the beautiful Hudson River Valley.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at our inn with others! We appreciate your patronage and hope to see you again soon!
4,6 sur septembre 21, 2008
The inn is old and has character. The rooms are clean, cozy and comfortable. When I closed the door I thought of my grandmothers farm and the room I stayed in as a youngster. The excelent breakfast in the morning made the start to the day exceptional.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thanks so much for mentioning our 'character'! This old house is such a fun place to live/work and we are so delighted that our many guests enjoy the quirkiness, slanted floors and old fashioned warmth that this 'old gal' emanates from within. Please visit again soon!
4,0 sur août 26, 2008
My husband and I stayed at the Red Hook Country Inn in late August. When we arrived, we found the innkeepers were out on an errand, but they had left us a pitcher of iced tea & a welcome note letting us know that our room had been upgraded. Our room was nicely furnished with antiques and, because it had lots of windows, brightly lit. The ensuite bathroom was clean, also well lit and had a large tub. Our only quibble with the room was that the mattress was a little soft. Our breakfast the next morning- fresh fruit, warm bread and an egg & veggie frittata- was excellent. We found Pat to be friendly and welcoming and we hope to visit again soon.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thanks for taking the time to express your positive feelings about your stay with us. We are so glad you enjoyed Room #5 and look forward to your return in the future.
3,6 sur juillet 25, 2008
We went up to the Hudson Valley for much needed R & R and had such a nice time at this Inn. We've stayed at many B & B's and this Inn was very warm and friendly. Pat and her husband couldn't have been nicer or more hospitable. It was like staying at a friends home. Our room was quiet and clean, soft towels, privacy, healthy breakfast and advise and directions for us to see more mansions! This is a nice place to stay and we hope to visit again.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thanks so much for sharing your positive experience at our home with others! We look forward to hosting you again on your next trip through the beautiful Hudson Valley!
4,2 sur juillet 18, 2008
I spent 3 nights at the Red Hook Country Inn this past week - by myself, in a queen room, visiting the area for the first time. Although I had a friend in town to guide me around, Pat the inn's owner was remarkably warm and friendly. She could not have been nicer or more hospitable! The inn is a classic B&B - plump pillows, overstuffed chairs, flowers, and an abundance of everything quaint and charming. Guests are welcome to raid the snack closet for munchies and bottles of cold water! Parking is plentiful right behind the inn, there is a nice screened in area in the back garden to pass the time, or have a chat with the innkeepers in a comfy rocking chair on the front porch.
Réponse du propriétaire
Thank you for taking the time to write about your stay. We are glad you were comfortable and hope that your visit to The Hudson Valley will bring you great memories and a return trip!
2,6 sur juillet 15, 2008
Both host and hostess were absolutely lovely, and very accomadating, Having stayed at many B&B, I do feel that their rates are high for the accomodations, our room was not cleaned , garbage emptied,nor towels or toilet paper replenished, with an apology that their staff had to leave by 2pm , we returned to our room at 8pm, still cant figure out why someone else could have done it, but their friendliness outshined all ,
Réponse du propriétaire
Thanks so very much for your comments, although I am really puzzled as to when or how this came about. Nabil or I make every effort to check the rooms daily and unless there were extenuating circumstances that day, there is no excuse for what you have described in your room. Please be aware that your making us aware of an unacceptable situation will be handled with immediate care. Our guest base is very important to us and we sincerely appreciate your taking the time to write so that we may be totally aware of occasional mishaps. As for our prices, we are generally competitve on our base prices and there are several layers of tax that must be added, causing an artificial level of 'price'. We also believe that our accommodations and services (of course, with an exception such as you have noted) are worthy of our rates. Please feel comfortable to contact me so that we can discuss this further. I look forward to your satisfacion!
5 sur juillet 11, 2008
We recently stayed at the Red Hook Inn over the long July 4th weekend and had a fabulous time. This was our first romantic getaway together and it was absolutely wonderful! Pat and Nabil catered to our every needs, though never got in our way and respected our privacy. They are very warm and friendly people and made us feel very comfortable. The Red Hook Inn is truly a place you need to experience!
Réponse du propriétaire
Thanks for your comments! We are so delighted that you felt comfortable and enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to your next romantic weekend when you'll be able to add to your experience as you enjoy our newly built garden screenhouse! Pat
2,4 sur juillet 08, 2008
We booked this as a very special anniversary, expecting a level of luxury which did not manifest itself. Lovely room with extremely comfortable bed, but wrinkled kind of gray sheets which did not match our bedding. We were given a half-used bottle of cheap shampoo in our bathroom, which was kind of yucky. The bathroom door stuck, so if you used the bathroom in the middle of the night, the noise opening and closing the door awoke my partner. Breakfast fruit was fresh and good, but (cheese omelet) was overcooked and burned on the bottom, and there was no cheese. There was no toast available. Pat, the innkeeper was very nice, and I hesitated to write this review as I liked her a lot, but they also need to know what to fix.
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Your comments and suggestions are truly appreciated. At times things slip by the wayside inadvertently and it is helpful to hear of the things that are correctable, such as a burned omelet, (had to have been me trying out a new omelet pan instead of Chef Nabil, a very rare occurance!). We always ask our guests to notify us while they are here of anything that they would like to see us improve and hopefully we can get the situation resolved satisfactorily before they leave. At times, we might miss a cue and it seems that this was one of them. I am surprised at the shampoo comment as we provide small bottles of personalized shampoo and conditioner, soap, bath beads and other personal amenities. The house is 170 years old and slightly settled and it may be impossible to 'fix' the door, but we'll examine each one to find the culprit! Our sheets are ironed daily so I will certainly investigate this uncommon occurance of a non-matched, wrinkled set. We would like another chance and hope you will return again so that we may show you that we pay serious attention to your concerns. Thank you for taking the time to write and know that we sincerely appreciate your patronage. Pat and Chef Nabil
4,6 sur juin 19, 2008
Six family members chose the Red Hook Country Inn as our base in Red Hook for a family gathering. Our stay could not have been nicer! The rooms were spotless, Pat and Nabil were great hosts, and the location central. It was quite pleasant walking around town exploring in the early morning and arriving back for a sumptuous breakfast. Red Hook is a gem of a town, and our hosts made our visit even more special! Thank you
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We also had such a great time with you and your family that weekend! We've now added a great screenhouse in our garden area as well as a first floor 'living room' where you can gather after a fun day of adventure in the Valley! We hope to host you again at your next reunion. Pat and Chef Nabil
4,4 sur juin 10, 2008
We had a family reunion weekend at The Red Hook Inn. We were a group of 14 adults, married and singles, with ages ranging from 20 - 60. We had the time of our lives. The owners Pat and her husband Chef Nabil were fantastic hosts. They were so warm, friendly and welcoming. We felt at ease and at home. Chef Nabil is a world class chef. We had dinner at the Inn upon our arrival on Friday night and it was truly a spectacular event. A meal by chef Nabil should not be missed. Breakfasts were also quite unique and unbelievable. The Inn itself is quite charming and well appointed. The front porch complete with rocking chairs was a welcome respite for us, as we are city dwellers. Pat was so helpful with all of our plans including bringing in massueses for massages and helping with all concierge duties. Pat and Nabil are sweet, dedicated and very nice people. On Saturday when I commented to Pat that they were going well over and above the call of duty, she reminded me that this was just their normal service. For anyone who would like a wonderful and quite comfortable Inn, this is the place for you. We hope to be back soon.
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We are delighted that you all enjoyed yourselves during your great June weekend! We hope you will continue to have your family gatherings and enjoy the genuine hospitality of a country inn! We also had a great time. Thanks for your lovely words!
5 sur juin 10, 2008
My husband and I stayed here recently and loved the service and friendiness of Pat and Nabil. With the homeade fresh iced tea and wonderful meals, it really felt like they were family.
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We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to a future visit! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Every word is read and taken seriously, both good and 'not so good'..it makes us strive to improve wherever we can.
4,8 sur juin 08, 2008
I stayed here with 13 of my relatives & every one of us was more than impressed with the quality of service and comfort at the Red Hook Inn. I've never felt so comfortable away from home -- ever. These are the nicest people you will ever meet, amazing service, very nice rooms and bathrooms, comfortable beds, and some of the best food we've ever eaten. My family and I want to come back every year!
3,8 sur juin 08, 2008
Red Hook Country Inn is a great place to stay if you're looking for a cozy B&B in upstate NY as a home base and will be visiting neighboring towns. The room we stayed in was quite large, beautifully decorated, and very comfortable. We were there in the winter and the working fireplace just added the perfect touch. Also, Pat the owner was extremely helpful when it came to info on where to go/eat etc. And for the price we paid, it was a very good value. If you want a comfy place to stay with owners that aren't intrusive, this is the place for you.
5 sur mai 03, 2008
Seriously, if our country was run even half as well as Pat runs the Red Hook Inn, we would be a country full of happy people! As my son goes to college nearby, we have been staying at the Red Hook Inn for several years. In fact, i have already reserved rooms over a year in advance for his graduation. The rooms are spotless, cuper cozy and charming. I especially love the little sitting area on the second floor, with drinks, books, DVD's etc. Certainly what makes this Inn most exceptional is the personal attention of Pat and her husband. Not only are they lovely people, but they are fabulous sources of information. The last time i came up here to spend the night, i was having such a relaxing time i ended up spending the whole weekend. Pat helped me pick restaurants, clothing stores, gave me directions, etc. Pat has my vote, come November!
5 sur avril 28, 2008
I wish there was a way I could rate the Red Hook Inn higher than the "outstanding" above, as "outstanding" doesn't seem to cover it. Pat and her husband have created the perfect country getaway. The scenery is spectacular, the rooms perfectly mix comfort and luxury, and the service leaves nothing to be desired. If you're ever in the neighborhood, stay at the Red Hook Inn. If you're not, consider coming to the neighborhood-- the Red Hook Inn is worth the trip.
4,0 sur avril 28, 2008
Our two night stay at the Red Hook Inn was a great experience. We enjoyed the comfort of room #6. The jacuzzi tub was so relaxing. The room was very quiet with barely any traffic noise. We also enjoyed the great stereo system and fun movie selection. We felt so comfortable and had such a great time on what turned out to be our engagement weekend! We so look forward to going back again. Thanks again.
4,4 sur mars 30, 2007
We have stayed at the Red Hook Inn numerous times since pat and Nabil have taken it over. It has been such a warm and coomfortable experience. We especially like room 2, although we have stayed in some of the other rooms also. All of them have been exceptionally clean and each has a charm of it's own. Breakfast is delicious and plentiful and the Sunday Brunch is out of this world with an endless array of selections. The Friday night music is fun and is an eclectic mix of guests and locals.
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Thank you! We look forward to hosting you again when you return to our lovely Hudson Valley!
4,4 sur janvier 10, 2007
Wonderful place to stay and you must plan your visit to enjoy the Sunday brunch - great food at a great price. Owners are very thoughtful and even mailed back an item we left there.


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Wodehousian or just William?
He has been described as the P.G. Wodehouse of Tamil fiction. Bombay-based columnist, V. Gangadhar, in fact, thought him more versatile that Wodehouse, his characters conveying more to readers than Jeeves and company. On the other hand, R.A. Padmanabhan who had worked with Devan (R. Mahadevan) at the Ananda Vikatan says his humorous 'Rajamani' series started as Devan's original work but gradually derived much from Richmal Crompton's William series. The 'Thuppariyum Sambu' series too owed much, it was said, to a foreign character, Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, Padmanabhan adds. But one in the audience the other day at the first Devan Memorial Lecture organised by the Madras Book Club and Devan Endowments felt that Sambu reminded him of a much later creation, Inspector Clouseau. Not having read Devan, I'm not passing any judgements except to say that from all reports he was extremely popular in the 1940s and 1950s for his humorous writing as well as for his insightful travelogues.
Devan was a product of Government Arts College, Kumbakonam, when that institution was known as the 'Oxford of the East'. His first efforts in writing were in English and appeared in My Magazine of India which started before its rival, the better-remembered The Merry Magazine from the S.S. Vasan stable; My Magazine also lasted longer. It was published by P.K. Vinayakam and edited by P.R. Rama Iyengar. Devan's humorous sketches in My Magazine caught the eye of R. Krishnamurthy, the Editor of Ananda Vikatan, who thereupon poached him after learning that he wrote equally felicitously in Tamil. Devan proved a success at Ananda Vikatan, his first contributions being talked about in the same breath as Krishnamurthy's, T. Ashokamitran recalled on the occasion of the endowment lecture.
Ashokamitran went on to remember that Devan was subsequently not given his head at Ananda Vikatan and, frustrated, had decided to join All India Radio, helped by a glowing recommendation from Krishnamurthy that encouraged the move. But when Krishnamurthy and Vasan had a difference of opinion on Krishnamurthy's political activism in the Quit India movement and the Ananda Vikatan's famed Editor left in 1940 — only to re-enter the world of journalism with Kalki — Devan, who was awaiting his appointment orders from Government found himself being asked to edit Ananda Vikatan, whose fort he had many a time held while Krishnamurthy was on his travels. Devan was to edit Vikatan from 1940 till his death in 1957. This was the period when he came into his own and his several serials made Ananda Vikatan a runaway leader until Kumudam came onto the scene with its 'new journalism'.
Sadly, his serials never got published as novels — because Vasan refused him permission — until his death at the early age of 44 when he was at the peak of his creativity. The only one of his novels published in translation was Justice Jagannathan (2004). I'm in the middle of it, right now, enjoying a story entirely set as a murder trial-in-progress in the Madras High Court. With the action only rarely moving out of the courtroom in its 370 pages, it must indeed have been a Tamil fiction first, if not an international one. If this is a good example of Devan's work, his other novels could well prove as successful in English as they were in Tamil.
A new home for the bank
The Indian Bank has got a spanking new headquarters in the Royapettah area and its modernistic design certainly catches the eye though its glass-steel-and-concrete construction does make conservationists like me wonder how much energy it will devour every day. But that's another story. Today's is about the peregrinating headquarters of the Bank.
When the Indian Bank started transacting business on August 15, 1907, its home was in the Parry complex at Parry's Corner. It soon moved to the Ramakoti Building in Rattan Bazaar, later home of the South India Chamber of Commerce. In 1909, in a nice touch of irony, the Bank bought the handsome, Classically-styled Arbuthnot Building on First Line Beach that had headquartered Arbuthnot & Co whose crash had seen the Indian Bank rise from its ashes. The Bank paid Rs.1,35,000 for the property that was separated from Bentinck's Building (the Collectorate) by what is still called Arbuthnot Street. When the South India Chamber moved into Ramakoti Building, the Indian Bank in 1910 moved into Arbuthnot Building, the building seen in my picture today.
In 1970, it built a characterless tower block after pulling down the stately old structure Arbuthnot's had raised. The multi-storey building that was raised was in the style of the LIC and Indian Overseas Bank buildings on Mount Road, Madras's early efforts at highrise. It is a building that pales today in comparison with its successor building that's all agleam with glass and chrome. Obviously it's keeping pace with the changing Madras.
The plot where the 2011 headquarters building has come up once hosted the palatial house of a dubash of Best & Co., a company that once had a headquarters building not unlike Arbuthnot's at the other end of First Line Beach.
When the postman knocked…
*Last week's item on the two colleges in Saidapet has had the postman knocking several times. First off the mark was R. Arun Kumar keeping track of me from Pune. And he indicates that I should have known that M. Anathasayanam Ayyangar was the Deputy Speaker of the first Lok Sabha and not its first Speaker. That honour goes to Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar. Mea culpa, Arun Kumar, but I'm flattered that I'm being noticed as far away as Pune. Ananthasayanam Ayyangar was the Lok Sabha's second Speaker.
*Next was Ramineni Bhaskar from Madanapalle telling me that the Department of Agriculture was started in Madras in 1863, the first in the country. The Government of India's Department was started eight years later and Departments in other provinces followed. Also a first in the country was the Saidapet Model Farm, started in March 1865. It closed down on September 1, 1885. The School of Agriculture started on the Farm in November 1876 with 29 students. The College of Agriculture was established in 1887 and the School thereafter offered only diploma courses. All this corrects a date or two in my item last week and clarifies others.
*K.V.S. Krishna then writes that Col. H.S. Olcott, who had in 1857 started a School of Agriculture Science in the U.S. and who had also been Assistant Editor of the Working Farmer, in that period, gave a lecture on 'Practical Agriculture' in January 1886 at the "Saidapet Agricultural College". Bhaskar's documentation makes it the School, not the College, and the date one shortly after the Farm closed down.
*N. Dharmeshwaran tells me that Five Furlongs Road (Miscellany, September 5) derives its name from the adjoining curve of rail track that measures five furlongs, according to a friend of his, an old resident of the area. I wonder whether the Railways can shed any light on this. I also wonder whether the Corporation can tell me where Mind Street is. A shop signboard with that name was spotted by a friend on Mint Street during one of the Madras Week Walks. Was it a case of mind over mint?
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The problem with UHF/VHF radars is that they have next to no accuracy. You would need multiple radiators and recivers over a wide area, and in any case the stealths coming in are going to see you way before you see them. They can work their way around detection zones or just punch a hole in the system the old fashion way. There is no real counter to stealth, even if the Russians have always said so.Before discussing passive radar, several
other radar and sensor systems are worth
mentioning in terms of counterstealth capability.
One of the most significant counters
to stealth, namely conventional very high
frequency (VHF) and ultra high frequency
(UHF) radar, has been around since World
War II and is still in use today for long-range
air surveillance. Most LO techniques are
designed to defeat acquisition and fire control
radar in the X band, which uses centimeter
wavelength. VHF- and UHF-band radar,
however, uses decimeter- to meter-long
wavelength. In general, the RCS of an aircraft
increases as wavelength of the illuminating
radar increases.30 Furthermore, when the
radar wavelength is in the same order of magnitude
as the aircraft or parts of it, the radar
waves and the aircraft resonate, which significantly
increases the RCS of the aircraft.31 It
is the physics of longer wavelength and resonance that enables VHF and UHF radar to
detect stealth aircraft. Poor resolution in angle
and range, however, has historically prevented
these radars from providing accurate targeting
and fire control.32
Since the Gulf War, the Russian defense
radar industry has put considerable effort into
digitizing its VHF and UHF radar systems
to improve counterstealth capability. Russias
older model radars now have improved resolution
and signal processing, and newly developed
models, such as the Nebo surface vehicle
unit, which is a VHF adaptive electronically
steered array radar, likely present significant
counterstealth capability.33
Other recently developed conventional
radars likely to have counterstealth capability
include Lockheed Martins theater highaltitude
area defense radar and the Israeli
Green Pine radar (recently sold to India),
systems with both long range and high
resolution in the UHF L-band.34 The SignalThe Signal
Multi-beam Acquisition Radar for Tracking
(L) naval radar manufactured by Thales is
yet another system with reputed counterstealth
Passive listening systems, such as electronic
support measures (ESM) and direction
finding (DF), attempt to detect stealth
aircraft radar, radio, and data link emissions
and pass this information to surveillance
radars. LPI techniques of stealth are designed
to reduce or deny ESM and DF, but systems
such as the Russian Kolchuga remain formidable
threats that are likely being updated
with digital processing.36
Another counter to stealth is IR/electrooptical
(EO) systems, which include IR search
and track and high magnification optics. Such
systems, however, are limited in the ability
to scan large volumes of airspace and usually
must be cued by other sensors. In addition,
most of this spectrum is degraded by clouds,
low illumination, and low visibility. Stealth
aircraft counter IR/EO through heat signature
management, stealthy flight profiles, and LO
paint schemes.
Growing in potential as a counterstealth
technology is millimeter wave (MMW)
imaging, which uses the radiometric signature
naturally emitted by all objects. MMW
penetrates clouds and low visibility. The waveform
can also be transmitted by radar, which
then receives and processes the return echo.
The A64 Apache Longbow/Hellfire system
is an example of operational MMW radar.
The Russian defense industry has developed MMW antiair missile seekers, and other
countries are following suit.37
While the aforementioned technologies
offer important capabilities, they possess
limitations that restrict their effectiveness
for air defense. Conventional radar is vulnerable
to detection and attack by electronic
warfare and air-delivered weapons; listening
systems do not provide tracking information;
and IR/EO/MMW is limited in surveillance
In contrast, passive radar is covert, all
weather, and capable of medium- to longrange
surveillance, and shows strong potential
in detecting, tracking, and targeting stealth
aircraft. It is thus emerging as a solid competitor
in the counterstealth game.
Passive Radar
A new paradigm is emerging, enabled by
advances in networked computing and passive
radar technology. Because of their potential to
counter stealth-based airpower advantage, the
use of these technologies by peer competitors
is highly likely. That these systems are both
low cost and, in part, based on commercialoff-
the-shelf technology makes them attractive
for nonpeer countries as well.
Passive radars use transmitters of
opportunity. Potential waveforms include FM
and AM radio, television, digital audio/video
broadcast, and cellular phone networks.38
Today, passive radar is often configured as
a multistatic system using three or more
transmitters and receivers.Passive radar locates and tracks targets
through a combination of methods, greatly
simplified here for the sake of discussion.
First, the radar measures the time difference
of arrival between the direct signal from the
transmitter and the reflected signal from the
target to determine the bistatic range. Bistatic
The meeting of wavelengths between radar and aircraft causes resonation between the two, significantly raising an aircraft's reflection in the radar spectrum, making it much more visible. VHF radar has been incorporated into the Russian military's 1L119 Nebo SVU, its first VHF-band active electronically steered array (AESA); although detailed analysis of this vehicle-mounted array, Russian sources report it has achieved excellent results in spotting stealth aircraft.Stealth technology and the counter-stealth response - Airforce Technology
The asymmetric dimension to future Russian air warfare programs entails the development of counter very-low-observable (CVLO) radar technologies and long-range, high-speed surface-to-air missile (SAM) designs, complemented by a new generation of short-range point defense weapons intended to destroy incoming guided weapons, especially anti-radiation missiles, cruise missiles and guided bombs. All systems are built for high mobility, typically with 5-min. shoot and scoot times to permit scooting inside of the targeting and engagement cycles of most guided munitions.
The focus in Russian CVLO radar has been in the 1-meter VHF band. Stealth shaping in fighters is largely ineffective in VHF because components such as stabilizers and wingtips have dimensions close to the radar wavelength. Radar-absorbent treatments developed for S-band and above are ineffective in VHF due to both electrical behavior and thickness. The flagship product is the NNIIRT/Almaz-Antey 55Zh6M Nebo M 3-D radar system, of which 100 were recently ordered to re-equip Russian air defense forces. The Nebo M is uniquely a multi-band design, comprising three radars and a central data fusion and command post module, all carried on separate high-mobility 8 x 8 24-ton vehicles. The Nebo-SVU was credited with space-time adaptive processing technology similar to that or the Northrop Grumman E-2D Hawkeye, and in 2002 NNIIRT's Igor Krylov said We can see the stealth [F-117A] as clearly as any other plane.
New Russian Airpower Efforts Show Progress
Advances in processing power may enable better tracking systems for long-wavelength radars that reduce the historical LO technology advantage. We know very high frequency (VHF), and ultra-high frequency (UHF) long-range air defense radars can see stealth aircraft at great distances, because LO techniques are targeted towards X-band target-tracking radar systems.28 As the longer wavelength reflects off an aircraft, it significantly increases the Radar Cross Section (RCS), which enables VHF and UHF radars to detect stealth aircraft at further distances than fire-control X-band radars.
New Russian models like the Nebo surface vehicle unit, a VHF adaptive electronically steered array radar, likely presents a significant counter-stealth capability. By 2035 other technology advances could leverage this capability.
Another counter-stealth technology is Passive Coherent Location (PCL).
Currently many countries are fielding PCL radar systems such as the Russian VERA-E, which is said to be the only system that can detect the B-2
РЛС «Небо-СВУ» (1Л119)
Радиолокационная станция «Небо-СВУ» (1Л119) предназначена для автоматического обнаружения, измерения координат и сопровождения широкого класса современных воздушных объектов: самолетов стратегической и тактической авиации, авиационных ракет типа «АСАЛМ», малоразмерных целей, малозаметных целей, в частности, выполненных по технологии «СТЕЛС»
Radar "Sky-SVU" (1L119)
Radar "Sky-SVU" (1L119) is designed to automatically identify, coordinate measuring and tracking a broad class of modern aircraft include aircraft strategic and tactical aircraft, aircraft missiles "ASALM" small targets, stealth targets, in particular, made by technology "Stealth"
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Interactive light installation makes you an instant artist
Artist Chris Fraser lives in Oakland, California and makes unique works of art using light. His most recent exhibit, In Passing, uses light in a very interesting way: Fraser created holes and small gaps in the walls of an art gallery to allow beams of light to trickle into the adjoining rooms, and as visitors place their hands over these gaps, dazzling light formations are created.
Here's Fraser on his work with light:
I would like my work to point back into the world. I spend a lot of time crafting specific situations, framing light in such a way that it reveals a portion of the complex order within the ambient environment. But there is nothing particularly special about the light that enters these works. Echoes of this same order can be found in your home, entering your windows, skirting around furniture, slipping through a crack in the door. I want to call attention to a type of beauty that usually goes unnoticed.
In Passing is on display at Disjecta Contemporary Art Center in Portland, Oregon through March 2, 2013. Check it out if you're in the area, and click through the gallery for a taste of what you'll see.


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