Great little hidden gem in Kingston! Lots of interesting and unique handmade and artisan gifts,…read moreart, vintage finds, and tons of plants! The owners are awesome people, and their little dog is super cute. So glad I stumbled in!

From the owner: Folk House Collective is a place for creatives to connect with fellow creatives and their audience…read morein a physical space. By showcasing the best in handmade and vintage, we are creating a diverse, ever changing retail experience. We feature established and emerging artists in monthly openings and events. This allows the space to stay fresh and relevant while giving artists and makers the opportunity to be in a retail space without committing to a long-term lease or arrangement.

A charming and useful addition to this historic town's bevy of attractive downtown shops and…read moreeateries. This delightful emporium is filled with fun and tasteful home design at a wide variety of price points. If you're seeking gifts or want to liven up your decor, stop in to shop from their artful array of home goods. My picks: a letter pressed card, a vintage silver server, snarky crockery, salacious kitchen and cocktail linens, framed animal ancestor art, and a beast head (sans taxidermy) to decorate a wall.

very nice store! i loved the funny sarcastic pillows and the cards! they also had nice home decor…read more i bought schitts creek card. staff was very friendly too.

A train buddy of mine recommended this place as a good destination when taking a trip with the…read morewife. He said they had lots of trains, and other things that would appeal to the misses. He was correct on both counts. It took an hour to get here from Albany (actually, a little more because we got lost and our smart phone led us astray) and as we were arriving at lunch time we both hoped that food might have been part of their wares. Sadly, it was not. What we did find was a charming store that seemingly carried everything one could ask for if trapped in a nearby camping area. They had an eclectic selection of nature, history, cooking, an entertainment books; local candles, soaps, and jam; sewing and craft supplies; toys, puzzles, games, and other similar things; car, boat, plane, and R/C plane kits; metal soldiers and castles; chochkes and knickknacks; and they had trains. I took about 45 minutes in the store and believe I saw everything. They didn't excel in one area but had a nice selection of a little bit of everything. Their hardware section was extremely small, and I overheard someone asking for twine which they didn't have (and I thought that was odd). I was hoping to find some old fashioned candy but their sweets selection was limited. I purchased a small soap for my mother but otherwise didn't buy anything except a pastry made nearby at a bakery. But, I came for the trains and they had lots of them. Someone looking for a train set would find a good selection in various scales (N, HO, O, and G) here. Their prices were decent and considering that they were located in the middle of nowhere I think more than fair. Their selection included lots of new, modern trains (meaning, made recently) which surprised me, as well as some old, used trains. They had books, magazines, hats, whistles, and some VHS tapes that likely will be there for eternity. They had a couple of display layouts that hadn't been operated in a while, including one in Z scale which I thought was neat. Sadly, I couldn't find anything I needed. I hate going to a train store, especially one where the proprietor is actually trying to run a nice store, and not buying anything. They had some things that interested me but their prices weren't what I wanted to pay. They had some great prices on things but I didn't need or want them. So, I bought a pastry and left without a train purchase, actually feeling disappointed. It is a cute store. It won't replace the local, well stocked train stores near me but it was a fun destination place. For anyone camping nearby that needed something to keep themselves busy I can imagine this would be a little bit of paradise.

On our visit to Kingston we decided to stop by Hurleys' Country. My husband is a model train…read moreaffectionate, we wouldn't want to miss visiting this store. You find everything and anything to build your model train sets here. Very nice owners, family run. Owner spoke to us and told us the story on how he decided to open his business and all. We will be back soon!! Definitely recommend to come by and get your toys train sets.

This store is a GEM! And they sell gems! Ken the purveyor…read moreis a shining light and a beacon of great knowledge. He'll help you find what you need and want. They also have Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Tao, Zen, Egyptian, African, Mayan, Native American, Pagan, Wiccan items. There's something for everyone here. Great shop to pop into. Need a gift for a friend, it's probably here. I can't wait to return!

The owner is so incredibly nasty. I tried to go inside with my service dog yesterday and she was so…read morerude. I explained to her that my dog is well trained and travels with me everywhere. That I can even go on airplanes and into restaurants. She said in a nasty tone "well, I don't know anything about that." This same thing happened when I tried going inside a long time ago and the man that was there was equally rude. I would never shop there.

I came here a few weekends ago as I was staying in the area, and it was super cute!…read more If you love indie bookstores with the ability to buy coffee, pastries or wine, then you have found your spot! They had a good amount of seating (including both in the coffee area as well as surrounding the books). The service was friendly and they had a really good variety of books to choose from. I'd come here all the time if I lived close by.

I fucking love this place…read more The service is decent usually, but the 5 stars are for their food and environment. I wish they had more separate tables and chairs bc it gets packed but this is a nice place to kill some time, come w ur partner, or just do some work. Their drinks are amazing! If I lived nearby I would come here every week to get their matcha's. Their food is just as good! I LOVE their hand pies!! I have not tried one that wasn't good. Their pastries are good quality too. If you've never been here idk what you're waiting for.

Gorgeous curation of special home items, gifts, jewelry and accessories, candles & scents, artsy…read moreoffice supplies, pillows, scarves and other decor. I wanted every single item in here! And bought way more than I came in for. Local and woman-owned, and they are just as charming as the amazing vibes of their shop. I'll definitely be back for one of the designer fire extinguishers--because what a genius house warming gift.

this store was so cute. my friend bought a puzzle from them today. i also really liked their…read moreselection of cards and pillows! staff was very friendly too!

I always find the most magical things here! There people are so nice and I loved making my own pot…read morepurri for $5.

i bought some bathbombs from here and they smell so good! the staff was very friendly too. i loved…read moreeverything. i also bought beautiful notecards. i also love the color of the outside :)

Trinkets, cards, art, baubles, jewelry, clothing, knock knacks, and crystals…read more Great place to pick up holiday gifts. Plenty of interesting stocking stuffers. Cheeky magnets and greeting cards. Lots of local artist featured items. The downstairs has more crystals and gorgeous lamps. And a corner for sales items. Really nice ladies working and happy to help find things. They do readings. They have many crystals and fossils. Unique gadgets for gifting. Located in a courtyard off the Main Street

Walking into Merriweathers always lifts my spirits. It's bright and colorful and pretty and smells…read moregood; the vibe is happy and magical. There are clothes, jewelry, accessories, and items for the home, crystals, and fragrant soaps and cosmetics made by the store owner. The owner has a great eye for beautiful or amusing things that are quite affordable, especially for Rhinebeck. It's my go-to for gifts and I'm always seeing things I want for myself too.