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Reviews of The Queen of the Catskills B&B

3 out of 5
The Queen of the Catskills B&B
157 W Main St, Stamford, NY

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our window was amazing. The owners were k8nd and took care of ur every need
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on Oct 2, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks for a great stay!
The owner was incredibly accommodating, letting us check in early since we had to get ready for a wedding and then making us breakfast at 4:30 am when we had to leave early.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on Sep 14, 2023
Thank you for choosing The Colonial BB

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Worcester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fireplace in room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on Sep 1, 2023
Thank you for choosing our place during your visit to the Stamford area in the Catskills. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Planned a trip to Cooperstown (Baseball Hall of Fame) and stayed here the night before. The owners were very friendly and my breakfast (pancakes) was delicious. The building is an older home which means it's a bit creaky and doesn't have all the modern touches you might find in a new build, but I found it very charming and enjoyed the peace and quiet. The rooms and bathroom were clean and I had more than enough pillows and towels. Loved staying here and would totally visit again if passing through! Note: check out Half Acre if you are looking for a dinner spot!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on Aug 12, 2023
Hayley, so glad you enjoyed your stay and visit to the area. Yes, home was built in 1904, so there are creaky wood floors as they are all original, yet it is peaceful and quiet. Hope when you chose to the visit the area again that you chose our place again, it was a pleasure to host you. Continued safe travels, remember autumn starts in August in the Catskills Mountains, the leave start changing later this month, you dont want to miss it!

6/10 Okay

John, Exeter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Nestled in the left kidney of New York’s Catskill Mountains, the Queen of the Catskills Bed and Breakfast is a stark reminder that there is more to New York than art, culture, and fine dining. Hosts Steve and Sheila are just a touch more eager than necessary to greet guests upon arrival. The sterile design and Walmart decor underwhelms guests to the point of moderate disorientation. This kidney stone of the Empire State offers guest coffee service compliments of a red Keurig likely purchased at a nearby estate sale. Coffee service includes one communal stirring spoon. A large coffee urn dispenses a tea drinker’s hot water, which is also frequently used to refill the Keurig. Window-unit air conditioners provide a chilling daytime experience and nothing but forced air during humid summer nights. Guests fortunate enough to score the only room with a private bath will find towels conveniently placed across the hall. Hand towels and bathmats, though, are not counted among the coveted amenities. Parking is free, convenient, and smack in front of the house with two tires on the grass. Upon each return, be prepared to report to Steve about everything you did. Always lurking around some sparsely decorated corner, he displays an absurd interest in the daily activities of guests. A spotty Wi-Fi network creatively named “Linksys” recalls fond memories of the days of dial-up modems. This short-term mountain abode is the perfect New York getaway. Quickly and quietly, get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on Aug 9, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent stay at the Queen of the Catskills Bed and Breakfast. Your insights are important to us, and we apologize for any aspects that fell short of your expectations. Rest assured, Michael and I are actively addressing the concerns you've highlighted to improve the overall experience for our valued guests. Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we appreciate your contribution in helping us enhance our services.

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While visiting our friends in Stamford to see plays at The Michael Kudish Natural History Preserve, we stayed at The Queen of the Catskills. We were warmly welcomed by Flerida and Michael into their home. Our room was beautifully appointed, and we felt comfortable immediately. It was great to stay in such an historic building and to know it is being lovingly cared for. Breakfast was beyond delicious. As soon as I know the dates for next year's performance of Page to Stage at the Preserve, I will make our reservations. Can't wait to stay there again.
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 11, 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay here. Thank you for your contribution to the arts in Stamford, and congratulations to having two of your plays chosen this year. See you soon!

10/10 Excellent

MaryLouise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jun 26, 2023
Great hosting you at our place. Hope you consider our place whenever you are in town.

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owners look after you.
Such a friendly welcome from Michael. Cooked us breakfast each morning which was excellent. The house is old, so a bit creaky but our room was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Flerida on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for choosing our place. Pleased you enjoyed your stay and Michaels cooking.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a good place to stay. The staff was attentive and polite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Flerida and Michael on May 26, 2023
Thank you for choosing our place. Much success to you!! Welcome to the community!

10/10 Excellent

Nels

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice older home converted to a bed and breakfast. Shared bathroom could have been an issue, but we were the only guests that evening. Had a nice morning breakfast. The owners were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Flerida on May 3, 2023
Lovely couple. Pleased they enjoyed their stay. They are welcomed anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Flerida on Oct 19, 2022
Thank you for your great review. Please share it with your family and friends.

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Flerida on Oct 19, 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to your return visit.

10/10 Excellent

PIERRE, SALT LAKE CITY

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mark J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet setting in a quaint town. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. Delicious, freshly cooked breakfast. Killer omelet. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Flerida and Michael on Aug 1, 2022
Thank you so much choosing The Colonial B&B at Stamford NY. Pleased you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic. Breakfast omelette was absolutely spot-on!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from Flerida on Jun 17, 2022
Fantastic!!!! So pleased you enjoyed your stay and visit to the area!!!

10/10 Excellent

Amalie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A private relaxing getaway!
We had an amazing time! It was so relaxing. The fireplace, the ambiance was exactly what we were looking for. Flerida and Mike were excellent kind hosts. Her cooking was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from Flerida and Michael on Dec 2, 2021
You were the perfect guest. Thank you so much for choosing us. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your tour in the region.

10/10 Excellent

Benito, Yonkers

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. The staff was very friendly. The place very clean. The breakfast was delicious. Florida’ s French toasts was so delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from Flerida and Michael on Oct 12, 2021
Thank you so much Benito! And enjoyed your visit and am grateful that you chose our place when visiting the Catskills Region of NYS. Dont be a stranger. Next time a Dominican breakfast!

10/10 Excellent

Tiona

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Flerida on Oct 19, 2022
Fantastic! Thank you for the 5 out of 5.

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were treated graciously. Plenty of towels, bed was comfy, and breakfast was delicious. The architecture of the old house is beautiful: stain-glassed windows, ornate columns, big circular patios looking out on a huge lawn with a gazebo.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from Flerida and Michael on Sep 27, 2021
Janice, makes us so happy when our guest enjoy their stay here. Hope you visit us again whenever you are in town. Stay well.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little gem in the middle of nowhere. What a great find for a halfway stop on our way from New Hampshire to Niagara Falls. The owners went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. The made-to-order breakfast was the topper. Wish we could have stayed longer. A definite RECOMMEND.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from Flerida and Michael on Aug 15, 2021
Thank you for choosing our place. Glad you enjoyed your visit to the area and glad you enjoyed your stay here as well. Have fun with the grandkids, hope you visit again. Fantastic and engaging guest!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were invited to each select our own breakfast and it was individually cooked/prepared in a most delicious way!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Flerida and Michael on Aug 1, 2021
It was great having you visit. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we were honored to serve you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Flerida and Michael on Aug 1, 2021
Thank you for choosing our place. Hope you enjoyed your visit to the area.

10/10 Excellent

Lara, Brooklyn, NY

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my first B&B experience and the owners have set the bar incredibly high! The owners were more than accommodating. Location was a perfect place to get away. Loved it! Would go again and would recommend to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Flerida and Michael on Oct 7, 2020
Thank you so much!!! We appreciate guest such as yourself. We look forward to your return visit.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great owners that make you feel at home . Fantastic Breakfast. Stately B&B. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 3, 2019
Thank you. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular place
Owners are fantastic. Great location, beautiful home, wonderful breakfast and environment. Lovely B&B
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
We enjoyed you and your son!!! Simply fantastic guest. Great sense of humor and simply positive. Look forward to your return visit.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you for choosing the us for your visit to the Stamford NY area.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you for choosing The Colonial B&B at Stamford NY for your visit to the area.

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This lovely B&B is run by a friendly and generous couple who want to make your stay fun and comfortable. They went out of their way to look up local wineries and restaurants for us. The room was pretty, the place was clean, and breakfast was delicious! We plan a return trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

JohnBasile, Li New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stately house converted to a lovely B&B. Warm reception, great queen size bed real comfortable. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Thank you for choosing The Colonial B&B at Stamford NY - The Queen of the Catskills B&B.

10/10 Excellent

amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great first experience with a B&B
The home was lovely and the breakfast that was included was simply AMAZING!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Amit! Thank you! I am honored that you enjoyed your stay and the food. Continued success!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Thank you for the great score. We are pleased you deemed your stay worthy of such a score.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely B&B with wonderful hospitality!
The setting was lovely with open grounds and a pond nearby. Maria makes a great omelette too!
Response from Michael and Flerida (aka Maria .....;-) on Aug 7, 2019
Glad you enjoyed your stay and the breakfast as well.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The house is in disrepair
The house needs a lot of work, is sparsely furnished and needs a good cleaning. The indication that this bed-and-breakfast is anywhere near the Baseball Hall of Fame is also false.
Response from Flerida on Jul 24, 2019
Distance: we are 30 to 40 minutes from Cooperstown depending on the route you elect. This area is rural, with a lot of back roads and 30 miles per hour zone. For us, that is the definition of near, sorry it was not yours. Our home is immaculate and not cluttered (sparsely furnished). There is plenty of seating indoor and outdoors for our guest to enjoy their stay. The interior of the home is in excellent shape. At any given time, due to the age of the home, it may require some exterior repair which does not empede a guest stay. We go above and beyond to make your stay pleasant, comfortable and restful. Its unfortunate that was not the case for you. Best of luck to you.

10/10 Excellent

Seiji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accomodating Bed and Breakfast
Stayed overnight while visiting the New York Safety Track. Arrived early evening on a Sunday and the hosts were waiting to greet me. They hosts were very friendly and the breakfast the next morning was excellent. Will definitely stay there next time I'm in the area.
Response from Michael and Flerida on Jul 24, 2019
We welcome you back anytime! Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
race
My husband and my son stayed here for one night and they were more than satisfied. The foyer and the room were gorgeous. It was clean and there was a delicious breakfast ready in the morning.
Response from Michael and Flerida on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you for choosing us for your visit to the STamford area.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you for your visit.

10/10 Excellent

ALAN, Jersey City, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little B&B
Flerida and Mike were great hosts at this B&B. Very friendly and made us feel right at home. Flerida's suggestions for lunch and dinner were spot on. The grounds were well manicured and picturesque. The room was comfortable and clean. The bathroom was huge with a tub and walk-in shower. This B&B is located in a quaint suburban town. The freshly prepared breakfast was outstanding. This is definitely a place to return to again.
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
thank you Alan, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay.

8/10 Good

James, NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
fair deal
the people that work here are great-shared bathroom is kind of creepy for ladies
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Glad you enjoyed your stay for the most part. We do have rooms with their own bathrooms, consider that next time. We do disclose that three rooms have shared bath, so if that is a deterrent, consider booking the Yellow room with it ensuite bathroom.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy, Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great B&B!!! Lovely hosts, beautiful setting.
Michael and Flerida were wonderful hosts. I was in town for a stressful business meeting nearby, and they helped in every possible way. The town of Oneonta is very cute, and the land on which the Colonial B and B is situated is beautifully maintained. I stayed in the Green Room, beautiful queen sized bed, blackout curtains, A/C, cable TV (though I never needed to turn it on), fluffy towels, and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere. I could be social when I wanted and quiet when I needed to be. And Flerida's cooking was delightful, I had omelets with different ingredients of my choice both mornings. I highly recommend the Colonial B and B. My stay was perfect.
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Sandy, thank you so much. Glad your stay was all you needed during your visit to our area. Hope you visit again. Best regards!

10/10 Excellent

Bob, Brookhaven NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable and the hostess was friendly and accommodating.
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you Bob. Glad your stay was pleasant!

8/10 Good

Ellen, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy bed and breakfast with excellent service
We stayed one night at this BnB without doing much research, mostly due to its proximity to Hunter mountain for skiing, but we were delighted with our stay nonetheless. The service here is exceptional. Even though we arrived late at night we were welcomed by hose Mike graciously, who showed us to our rooms and gave us his cell number so we could order our breakfast in bed in the morning. The beds were comfortable and the rooms beautifully decorated. The place had a very classic and welcoming feel that made you feel right at home. Breakfast was delicious and made to order, and it was delightful to talk about the mountain conditions with the other skiers staying there. The only complaint I would have is that the room was to warm, but aside from that we had a fantastic stay and would recommend this to anyone looking for a classy yet comfortable stay with excellent service!
Response from Flerida and MIchael on Jul 24, 2019
Ellen, thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed your visit.

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Bradley Beach, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
wonderful warm friendly place
I chose this place for a holiday ski weekend with my girlfriend based on the previous excellent reviews. My expectations were exceeded. Before my arrival, Flerida contacted me via text asking when I would be arriving and if i had any special requests. She gave me several breakfast options that sounded delicious and told me it could be prepared any time I like between 5 and 10 AM. I was arriving late due to a long drive and she was very accomodating once we got there. The room was large, clean, beautifully decorated, and had a flat screen TV. The bed and bedding were extremely comfortable and sheets were changed after the first night of our 2 night stay. The breakfast was absolutely delicious. We had pumpkin pancakes with home made ginger syrup and freshly whipped cream topping and an egg dish with spinach and feta cheese. Flerida bagged up some home made muffins to bring with us to the ski resort and some to go cups for coffee for our drive. When we returned at the end of the day, Flerida and Mike had built a cozy fire and had offered to pull the chair and couch up to the fire for us to relax and warm up from out long day of skiing. They were absolutely friendly and attentive to our every need during our stay, but also gave us plenty of privacy to enjoy a romantic, peaceful getaway. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this place. Absolutely perfect! Erik and Shelby
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
Erik and Shelby!! You two rock!!!! Thank you for taking the time to detail your stay and set the expectations for other travelers. We enjoy hosting and cooking for our guest especially when they are as appreciative and kind as you. Continued success.

10/10 Excellent

The Neumann's, Queens NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Time To Remember
What a beautiful home, in a beautiful setting hosted by two beautiful people. Johnas and Santana were great hosts and treated us like family. We enjoyed wine in front of a roaring, romantic fire. The Brown room was so warm and inviting that evening. It was a beautiful with plenty of room for a king size bed and king size flat screen tv. We woke up the next morning ready for the day. We were welcomed downstairs a breakfast delicacy of pumpkin pancakes with delightful ginger sauce, a vegetable omelet to die for and Dominican sausage. Wow. All four of us had a great time talking about everything from cooking Asian favorites (bulgogi), the yearly Colonial B&B cook off and fishing at the near by lake. My wife and I know we will be coming back. When you need time away from it all, the Colonial B&B, The Queen of the Catskills is the place to be. We miss you already, Johnas and Santana. We will be coming back. Love to the both of you. The Neumann's
Response from Flerida and Michael on Jul 24, 2019
the Neumanns are those unforgettable guest that have a lasting impression on you. We have not forgotten you and we need you to come back for this year's cookoff and to translate what you wrote in the guestbook….Be well and thank you.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for a night stay!
Very good overall, the host was very very friendly and made a great breakfast! Recommended if you are going to be in the area.
Response from flerida and michael on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you!!!

10/10 Excellent

Scott, New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place
The host is very friendly and helpful. Also, the room is great and we are satisfied in everything.
Response from Michaael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Glad everything about your stay met your satisfaction.

10/10 Excellent

Suzana, Nyack, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice bed and breakfast in a beautiful location
We had a great experience in a recent stay in this bed and breakfast. The room was beautiful and owner took care of us herself and cooked us delicious breakfasts. We strongly recommend this B&B.
Response from Micahel and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Thank you so much for the great review. Kind regards.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was very well looked after at the Colonial B&B. I would reccomend it to anyone traveling to the area. I would really recommend having dinner there too (this was the best meal I had on the entire trip).
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Andrew, we enjoyed your visit. Look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Excellent! Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Elliott, Nyack, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So much food!
Flerida, the owner, was soooo attentive. She emailed a week ahead of time to ask us what we wanted; met us with snacks; cooked for us. She is great. A lovely B&B in a lovely spot.
Response from Michael and Flerida on Aug 7, 2019
Thank you Elliott! Glad you enjoyed your stay.