The Gray Barn at Woodstock Sanctuary

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Shawangunk Ridge in New York's picturesque Hudson Valley, The Gray Barn is a masterclass in modern, compassionate hospitality. Located directly on the grounds of the legendary Woodstock Farm Sanctuary in High Falls, this award-winning boutique inn offers a profound and deeply moving travel experience. It is an essential feature for Eat Plants & Travel, providing conscious travellers the rare opportunity to enjoy luxury accommodation while directly funding the rescue and care of farmed animals.

The architecture is strikingly beautiful and highly sustainable. The inn features a sleek, minimalist design that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding natural landscape. Each of the five spacious, light-filled guest rooms includes a private en-suite bathroom stocked with cruelty-free amenities, alongside a private outdoor terrace where you can sip your morning coffee while gazing out at the sanctuary’s sprawling pastures. The communal lounge space offers a stunning, open-plan area to relax, read by the fire, and connect with other compassionate guests.

Mornings at The Gray Barn begin with an exceptional, fully vegan breakfast crafted from locally sourced ingredients and served in the beautiful communal dining space. Beyond the incredible food and chic eco-luxury, the true magic of this property lies right outside your door. Guests receive complimentary sanctuary tours, allowing you to spend your days connecting with rescued cows, pigs, goats, and chickens. It is a profoundly restorative, life-affirming New York getaway that leaves a genuinely positive impact on the world.