A Visit to Bedford Post Inn

Upstate New York is a beautiful land of working farms, horse ranches, small towns and narrow, winding roads.

Nestled in the side of a hill in Bedford, about an hour’s drive north from Manhattan, lies the quaint Bedford Post Inn, owned by Richard Gere and his wife Carey Lowell. The eight-room eco-friendly inn includes a casual dining restaurant called the Barn, a bakery, a more formal space known as the Farmhouse, and a gorgeous yoga studio.

As you pull up to the property on the gravel driveway, you first come up to the Barn, which is partially hidden behind tall shrubs. There is a patio with outdoor seating and overhead, a pergola with vines climbing up and slowly taking over.

(Logo courtesy of www.bedfordpostinn.com)

The delicious contemporary American menu is full of seasonal, fresh farm fare – eggs, produce, beef, chicken – and the bread, desserts and pastries are made on location in the bakery. Guest favorites are the Banana Pancake and the Eggs Benedict. On the day I visited, there was also a special of Shrimp and Grits (pictured below).

Next door to the Barn is the yoga studio, which has classes daily in the mornings. The studio is a yogi dream: beautiful, dark hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and lots of natural light.

And finally, there is the inn. On the first floor, there is the simple, unpretentious yet elegant dining room decorated in subdued neutrals and a tiny bar with a cozy sitting room. The guest rooms are on the second floor and the wine cellar in the basement.

The Bedford Post Inn is definitely worth a visit – inviting dining areas with delicious farm-to-table cuisine and well-maintained grounds. Perfect for a romantic getaway, a small brunch/dinner party or a special occasion. 

Visit  www.bedfordpostinn.com for more information. Reservations for brunch and dinner are strongly recommended; reservations for yoga classes are accepted but not necessary. 
  
Bedford Post Inn

954 Old Post Road
Bedford, NY
914-234-7800