Even in mid-December, the farm was beautiful. Maggie was a warm, gracious, efficient hostess, with being intrusive. My friend and I stayed in the Wyoming room and loved it. Very quiet, beautiful appointed, very comfy beds and sofas and chairs and wonderful fireplace. We arrived just before Christmas, so the lodge was decorated for the holiday and Maggie baked wonderful Christmas butter cookies. She was also helpful with things to see in the area and suggested some great restaurants. I'm a city girl, want to make Whistle Wood my quiet, rural retreat in the future...

We've been using Whistlewood as our country escape from Philadelphia for many years now. I'm delighted to say that the environment, very much the unique product off Maggie Meyer's character and loves (Horses and ample, good, simple food), remains the same, hence this re-review. We've slept in three different rooms (Sweet Violet, Carriage House, and now Wyoming) and loved them all.

The location is atop a ridge three miles east of all the good food in Rhinebeck. Maggie boards horses along with her own, but one cannot ride. Nonetheless the horse atmosphere (complete with donkey companion) pervades the establishment. At one point she had a bumper sticker on her care "call my shrink, I bought another horse." There's a flock of handsome chickens, too, that recycle the food preparation scraps - my wife delivered it delightedly last weekend.

The beds are comfortable, the linens first rate, the decorations unique (my favorite is the varnished canoe upside down in the Wyoming room). The breakfasts make no pretense at fanciness, but are endlessly delicious - and always a problem because I have to eat tow more fresh cranberry muffins or buttermilk pancakes or french toast slices than I really need.

We stayed in a Carriage house room not long ago that was truely on a horse farm. The room was well appointed but nothing special, in our opinion. The breakfasts were good but again nothing special. Of the 20+ B&B's we have stayed at the bountiful breakfasts with big tasty muffins, special pancakes (blueberry, strawberry,etc.) and breads were absent. Though this was not a large B&B, I would guess it accommodated 20 guest, the lack "special" breakfasts was disappointing. While I am not a very good cook but when I put my mind to it I can whip up a similar breakfast in 30 minutes.
Now for the "edge" of the Innkeeper. I am not sure why when we requested that she might make us reservations in an "in demand" restaurant she seemed to think it was an imposition. Further, when she made the reservation and wanted to contact us to let us know it was made instead of slipping a note under the door or lefy a note on the door she knocked and said we had not answered our phone so she came down.We had two or three similar attitude encounters which surprised and dissapointed us.
Maybe she had a bad 2 days but at $250/night plus tax she should have all good days or have someone with her who does.

All the positive ratings and all that was said about Maggie and her property are all on point. I am adding another stellar review to the list! Way to go Maggie!
I must admit, I was really skeptical on staying at a b&b. First off, this trip was completely spur of the moment. My best friend and her hubbie were supposed to go, but he had to cancel because could not take off from work. When I think of b&bs, I think doillies, hideous throw pillows and rooms saturated in lace, I also think of a b&b not being, well, fun for a girlfriend getaway.. SO not the case here! Maggies taste in decor is fun, eclectic and just really cool. Come on, an upside down canoe in the room.. soo unique.I love to whole rustic theme.
Maggie herslelf could not have been more helpful. She gave us a grand tour of all the rooms, showed us menus on where to eat, and even drove us into to town( we took Amtrak ).
I totally recommend this for a newbie b&B'er !My friend and I had a great time!! This is perfect for a weekend getaway w/ your sweetie, best pal or even for families. Maggie seems so chill, Im sure kids are welcomed but you may want to check. Oh, BIG PLUS-- pet friendly!!
Maggie, thanks for everything! For your help, your yummy breakfast and most importantly, making us fee right l at home! See you soon!