The Croff House

My boyfriend surprised me on my birthday with a wonderful visit to Hudson. This was my first time staying at a bed and breakfast… I can never go back after this experience! Our room was cozy and beautiful and the whole house was wonderfully decorated for the season. The bathroom was unbelievable! My boyfriend had mentioned to Russ that I would probably want to take advantage of the bathtub… when we got to our room there was a bottle of bubble bath waiting for me! When we met Russ in the morning he greeted us by name. He served us a most amazing 3 course breakfast and had even put a candle in my muffin for my birthday! I cannot say enough about my wonderful experience in this breathtaking town and this adorable b&b. Thank you guys! Highly recommended!

My husband and I enjoyed The Croff House for 3 nights. This B&B was lovely, clean, comfy, and had a terrific vibe. Duncan and Russ were great hosts. About a 15 minute walk from the train station, it’s close to restaurants, cafes and shops. Unexpectedly, the breakfasts were great. We have food allergies and Russ and Duncan not only accommodated them, but prepared tasty dishes for us. We provided them a list of our allergies when we made our reservations. Since I am gluten sensitive, Duncan baked gluten-​free muffins and waffles and muffins for me. The waffles were served with blueberry syrup, which was so good it was a revelation (I’m a maple syrup fan). I would never have thought of using blueberry syrup. We didn’t leave the breakfast tables hungry.
Our room, Edmonds, was the smallest and on the main floor in The Croff House, but perfect for us. We saw the other larger, lovely rooms. The bed was extremely comfortable and the shower roomy. We lucked out with the weather, cool nights and one and half days of rain. It made for pleasant walking. I liked that the windows were screened so we didn’t have to rely on a/​c. I loved hearing the birds and rain.
The backyard deck was nice to sit on during rain showers. The grounds were fragrant with cut lawns and flowers. Before we left, I purchased some jars of Russ’s jam and sauces (available for sale along with candles). They didn’t disappoint me and the people we gave them to. We hope to return to The Croff House.

Delighted to have snagged a mid-​week reservation for several nights at the top-​rated place in Hudson, NY. Uses green cleaners, and husband-​and-​husband team Russ and Duncan cook breakfast every morning at a civilized 9 AM. They live next door, which is perfect: they’re present in the morning, but not at night. We’d often see them when we returned, and would wave.
Breakfast was fantastic, and so filling that we each started skipping a course, so as to eat lunch on time!
We had the only room on the ground floor, which is the cheapest, and was very nice. It still had a full spa shower. Most visitors will want the larger rooms.
Russ and Duncan really make you feel at home. It’s like visiting friends — extremely polite and extremely clean friends. They handled our difficult food allergies with panache. We’ll return as soon as we can and are recommending the place to our friends.
Also, very good free wi-​fi.

Just stayed at The Croff House for the second time in less than a year. Russ and Duncan (and Del) are fantastic!

Stayed at Croff House for the weekend, absolutely amazing. More like a boutique hotel than a B&B, bed was unbelievably comfortable, fully appointed bathroom with a giant soaking tub, home cooked three course breakfast was included, as was wifi of course, and the place was all decked out for Christmas since the holiday was only 1 week away. Russ and Duncan and the nicest proprietors you could meet, treat you like family, and even offered to make dinner reservations for us. Croff House is located in a charming quiet neighborhood which walking distance to great restaurants and shopping. Would absolutely stay again.

For a weekend in Hudson, I made reservations at The Croff House, a wonderful bed and breakfast owned by proprietors Duncan and Russ. The five bedroom B&B is located on a quiet cul-​de-​sac that is conveniently located to the main street in town with restaurants and shops (Warren Street). Russ kindly picked us up at the train station (it would have been a short walk but I brought way too much luggage) and brought us to the B&B. We asked for some advice on restaurant options that cater to vegetarians (Aish!) and things to do (Farm to Glass Tour).
The breakfast featured at the B&B was delicious! Each day we got: coffee (refills were constantly offered!), fresh orange juice, and chilled water. Additionally, Duncan baked fresh muffins (one day they were sweet with raspberries and the next day they were savory with sundried tomatoes), yogurt parfaits and an entrée (quiche on Saturday and French Toast Sunday). I advised them that Aish is a vegetarian and they baked a meatless quiche for her and offered meatless bacon/​sausage (to me, the fact that this exists saddens me).
If you’re looking for a quick trip away from Manhattan, I highly recommend coming here! You can take the Amtrak from Penn Station and get off directly at the Hudson stop. You can enjoy a weekend away without a car rental.

My daughter and I just spent one night at the Croff House and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The hosts, Russ and Duncan, are so pleasant and helpful and made our stay very comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on their back porch drinking a glass of wine and just relaxing. The breakfast the next morning was so incredible! A three course meal and all homemade! We look forward to returning one day to spend more time in Hudson and will definitely be returning to the Croff House!
Ps…the bed was so comfortable I didn’t want to get out of it except that the delicious aroma of breakfast was so enticing!

This is an amazing B&B, more like a boutique hotel! I loved everything, the bed was like falling into clouds! I loved how the room and the inn was so tastefully appointed and yet it was warm and inviting! The bathroom and soaps, shampoos were top line! I loved luxuriating in the bath after walking and shopping all day! It was very conveniently located walking distance to town and yet so quiet. Russ and Duncan have thought of everything, even growing lilies around the house and having a beautiful fountain off the back porch for after the 3 course breakfast, it was so relaxing to sit out there for a second cup of coffee! I wish had stayed a week! We will be back!
Thanks for everything!
Carol and Tony

Restored my faith in B&B’s.
As someone whose job use to mean traveling around the world, I’ve stayed in a large array of accommodations. After a few bad B&B experiences I had sworn them off, but when I was researching a stay in Hudson, I realized they were my main option so I did a ton of research which lead me to The Croff House. As a native New Englander, I can’t tell you how nice it is to stay at a B&B that doesn’t have ONE DOILY in the place. The proprietors Russ and Duncan did a great job at creating a clean, comfortable, aesthetically pleasing environment that has a lot of charm, but also modern amenities like flat screen TVs, Apple TV, and iDock. They are both super friendly, and helpful, but allow for you to have privacy. They will gladly talk to you while you eat their delicious (and VERY FILLING) breakfasts, but they do not impose themselves on you, which I have found to be one of the most annoying things about B&Bs — innkeepers who don’t know their boundaries. My husband and I stayed midweek in February and had the house to ourselves the first night, then were joined by my friend and her boyfriend the second night. It was so comfortable to sit in one of the downstairs rooms and light a fire, have some complimentary tea (they have a great selection), and just feel like you are at home. The bed was warm and comfortable and the bathroom shower was fantastic, and they provide all the amenities you could need.
We want to come back to Hudson in the warmer months and we will definitely stay at The Croff House.

I stayed here in early July. I am pasting my review from B&
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My trip to Hudson almost did not happen since my original lodging of choice had no vacancy. But I was determined to take my solo vacation. The Croff house and a few others had vacancy for my weekend of choice so my research started all over again. I read reviews after reviews and looked at hundreds of pictures online before I decided that Croff House was a great alternative. After a beautiful and traffic free ride on the Taconic, I arrived at The Croff House. Duncan meet me at the door and gave me a warm and friendly welcome. I got a tour of the the house, which was beautiful, a quick run down of the best places to eat in town and places to avoid, and before leaving me to do my own thing, Duncan encouraged me to make use of all the available space at the Croff House. I woke up to a delicious three course breakfast each morning I was there. On both days I was so stuffed that I did not need to eat again until well after the normal lunch hour. I spent most of my time at the house since the purpose of my trip was to relax. I would either sit on the back patio or front porch but when the bugs got too aggressive, I moved inside with my book or IPad. I remember being outside and Russ got me a glass of lemonade. The perfect drink on a hot day and just an example of the great customer service I received for my stay. The house was 5 minutes away from all restaurants and shops so I was able to walk everywhere. Overall, I enjoyed my stay in Hudson and at the Croff House. I definitely plan on returning and will make sure that this time around I stay an extra day. Thank you Duncan and Russ for a wonderful, relaxing weekend!

Russ and Duncan have brought this 1800s Victorian to life with a high end touch.
The accommodations are clean and splendid, from a simple room to a suite with gas fireplace and a claw-​foot tub, each with stall showers (rain and body spray — spa products galore) I-​dock, flat screen and free wi-​fi.
There are two sitting areas; library and den, with lots of comfy chairs. I took a nice nap in the library!
Or lounge on the porch or in the back garden with the water fountain and read yourself to a relaxing state. I am at this as I write…
Breakfast was a three course delight, with fresh muffins, local peaches & yogurt and the southwestern egg casserole as the grand finale.
We hope to come back soon to enjoy another Hudson restaurant (try the new Crimson Sparrow) and the hospitality at the Croff House.

This is the first time I have stayed in a bed and breakfast. If they are all like this then I’m done with hotels. This is just like home. I’m so comfortable in my room. I have my own bathroom with the most amazing shower. (I’m getting one of these when I get home).
Russ greeted us outside at our car and offered to help us with our bags. He showed us our rooms and gave us a quick tour and then was right in the kitchen prepping for tomorrows breakfast.
The b&b itself is charming, sophisticated, and has that historic feel. Every detail is highlighted and accentuated here. It has it’s original charm but updated and modern at the same time.
Flat screen tv, comfortable clean beds and modern bathroom. I love it. It makes me want to open my own. Thank you Duncan and Russ for a wonderful weekend. You made it that much more enjoyable.

Stayed at the Croff House for the first time this summer and I rank it up there with one of the best place’s I’ve ever stayed. I love places with personality, charm and uniqueness (think opposite of huge corporate hotels with 2,000 rooms).
The Croff House was the highlight of my weekend trip to the Hudson River Valley. The owners run the B&B and live in a beautiful home next door. The owners were extremely polite, professional, friendly and helpful. Not only did they make my mom and I feel welcome, but they recommended some great things to see during the day and some really good restaurants.
Some of my favorite things about the Croff House (in addition to the owners):
— the beauty of the House and the gardens
— the front and back porches (loved sitting on the porch and chatting over coffee)
— the delicious breakfast made by the owners and included in the room rate (each day they made a new type of yummy muffin and I especially enjoyed the homemade jam they served with Almond pancakes one morning!)
–the modern and chic bathroom
–comfy bed
— european style multi water jets in the shower
–nice flat screen and apple TV
— free wifi
The house is in a quiet Cul de Sac and is in walking distance from the main street in Hudson where shopping and restaurants can be reached in about a 10 minute walk.
There’s definitely plenty to see in this area as well and the owners of the Croff House can point you in the right direction.
I’d highly recommend this B&B and hope to be able to make it back sometime soon.