Old Chatham, New York, is a hamlet located in the northeastern section of Chatham -- a township in Columbia County. Among the attractions in Old Chatham are the Shaker Museum, the Old Chatham Sheepherding Company and the Wilbor House, also known as Thompson Farm. Since it's a small hamlet, there are no hotels in Old Chatham, but there are several nearby.
Located on Route 295 and offering scenic views of the Columbia County hills, the Chatham Travel Lodge is 13 minutes from Old Chatham. It's close to the Wilson M. Powell Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its hiking and wildlife viewing. For visiting skiers, the Bousquet Ski Resort is a 40-minute drive to the east. Nearby restaurants include the Blue Plate Restaurant and the Parkway Diner. The lodge offers rooms with one or two queen beds and an efficiency apartment with a queen bed and a sofa bed.
The Chatham Bed and Breakfast is a restored 1898 Victorian home located in the village of Chatham, 17 minutes from Old Chatham. This is a quiet getaway for those looking for the relaxation of a country retreat. Further into town are many restaurant options, including Ciao Restaurante and the Bagel Cafe, and attractions such as the Chatham Bowl and the Weber Fine Art Museum. The Chatham Bed and Breakfast has four rooms available, each with its own private bathroom. Areas common to all guests are the living room, dining room, kitchen and a guest refrigerator. Guests are offered complimentary snacks, chilled beverages, coffee and tea.
The Blue Spruce Inn and Suites is a family run inn on 10 acres of land amidst the apple orchards of the upper Hudson Valley, 21 minutes from Old Chatham and 20 miles from the city of Albany. The inn has rooms with two queen, double or twin beds, as well as suites with kitchens, living rooms, sleeper sofas and separate bedrooms. The inn has a coffee shop and restaurant, and in the warmer months, an outdoor pool. The Blue Spruce Inn welcomes small pets. Nearby restaurants include GiGi's Cafe, on Highway Nine.
The Knights Inn is located on the Columbia Turnpike, 23 minutes north of Old Chatham and 12 miles from Albany International Airport. The inn has rooms with two double beds, and Jacuzzi suites with king beds. The Knights Inn allows pets for an extra fee. Nearby attractions include the Lebanon Valley Speedway and the Saratoga Race Track. Marcatos Italian and the East Greenbush Diner are among restaurants that are less than one mile from the inn.
