Our Country Home Spring 2023

Sweet, sweet winter

By JUDE WATERSTON It sure is winter. The snow, when first falling in thick, wet, pristine flakes, is stunning and magical to see. And imagining a cognac snifter warming in my hand as I stand by …

Stone Hill’s tapestry of light

There’s a certain poetry in light, and Stone Hill, a beautifully constructed home in the meadows of Narrowsburg, NY, captures it perfectly. Set on 26 rolling acres, Stone Hill is tucked off …

Spring cleaning 101

Warm sun, fresh air and the early blooms of crocus and forsythia are the sure signs of spring. It’s a great time to take advantage of mild temperatures, freshen up the house, and tackle spring …

Five ways to start loving your home now (without breaking the bank)

Get ready, set... seed

Our Country Home Fall 2022

Editor's letter

Dear Readers, After a lively summer and a fantastic fall, it’s chilly again. Now’s the time to cozy up inside (but do get outside, at least a little bit every day. The fresh air will …

Fill your home with comforting color

(Family Features) In the world of design, what’s old inevitably becomes new again, and a similar pattern is inspiring today’s on-trend color palettes for home decor. The latest styles …

Kitchen trends

The kitchen is often thought of as the heart of the home. It’s a multifunctional space that hosts a full spectrum of experiences, from quiet morning coffee and contemplation to boisterous …

The food out here

Lasagna by Dad

It’s October, and all anyone thinks about is scary food. Food that looks scary, food that sounds scary, and food that might be scary to prepare. As it turns out, there’s something …

Contrasting kitchens

In 1976, when I was liberating myself from my parent’s home and hunting for an apartment in Greenwich Village, I found the choices dismal. Some buildings, particularly those on MacDougal …

Design ideas to refresh your kitchen

The simplest changes can refresh any kitchen without the hassle of a major remodel. Paint, tiles, wallpaper and other interesting accents can add a new look to any dated kitchen. The best part is …

Love to cook?

NARROWSBURG, NY — If you love to cook, a well-designed kitchen is the piece de resistance in your home. A gas-fired range; farmhouse sink; modern, roomy fridge; and plenty of space to prep are …

Brighten up your outdoor space

By BRANDPOINT If you love entertaining friends and family outdoors, you’re not alone. Transforming outdoor areas into extended living spaces continues to be a huge trend, as anything and …

Updated tradition is the heart of this Honesdale home

HONESDALE, PA — Front-porch living is the star attraction of this home, along with a multitude of other gorgeous details that beg you to sit and stay awhile. The house was listed by Davis …

A potted-plant porch

From farm to formal, your porch can be transformed quickly just by using container plants. Breathe life into your newly constructed contemporary, Victorian wrap-around, or small front porches with …

A sip or bite, with a side of late-summer breezes

REGION — Food always tastes better alfresco, especially if you’re sitting on a front porch with a view. Here are just a handful of lovely places in our area that will satisfy that …

There’s nowhere else I'd rather be

My sister Janet and I were first introduced to our little house in the Beechwood section of Callicoon over 25 years ago. The first thing I noted was the front porch. We walked through the house, and …

Tips on creating an inviting entrance.

Warm weather invites us to get out and enjoy the natural world—and what better way to appreciate the balmy days of late summer than spending them on a porch? No matter what the style, a …

Editor's letter: At peace on the porch

Dear readers, As summer winds down, what better way to chill out than on a breezy front porch? We are lucky, in our neck of the woods, to have tons of lovely homes with traditional porches on …

Festival of Wood planned for September

MILFORD, PA — The Festival of Wood, a celebration of our natural and cultural heritage of wood, returns to Grey Towers National Historic Site on Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25. …

Learn to carve at the woodcarvers' roundup

HONESDALE, PA — Nearly 200 woodcarvers, from novices to experienced carvers, are expected to gather this summer for the 20th annual Northeast Woodcarvers Roundup at Cherry Ridge Campsites & …

Cooking over wood

I’ve cooked over wood maybe a dozen times. Each of these experiences took place when I was around eight or nine years old, spending the summer—along with my sister, Janet—at …

How to clean your pool after a major storm

(BPT) - After any kind of severe storm, cleaning up your swimming pool may seem daunting. Between the tree branches and leaves, random debris, and generally dirty water in your pool after the stormy …

More ideas for your home

Sweet, sweet winter

Stone Hill’s tapestry of light

Spring cleaning 101

Editor's letter

Fill your home with comforting color

Kitchen trends

Lasagna by Dad

How to clean your pool after a major storm

(BPT) - After any kind of severe storm, cleaning up your swimming pool may seem daunting. Between the tree branches and leaves, random debris, and generally dirty water in your pool after the stormy …

4 simple steps to ensure cleaner, safer drinking water at home

Worried about hurricane season? Here's how to protect your backyard pool

Lay Tile Like a Pro: 11 steps to update bathroom flooring

How to clean soot and ash from your pool after a wildfire

This budget-friendly innovation lets you add a bathroom anywhere