The Sullivan Catskills is home to an incredible array of women-owned and women-led businesses that enrich our community with their creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. From boutique shops and wellness retreats to artisanal food and beverage establishments, these inspiring women are shaping the landscape of our region with innovation and passion.
As we celebrate their contributions, we invite you to explore, support, and share in the unique experiences they offer. Here’s a look at some of the amazing women-powered businesses in the Sullivan Catskills:
Retail, Artisan & Local Goods
- Drooz + Company (Shelly Kennedy) – A modern day general store where you can find your favorite gifts, as well as general merchandise.
- Once Upon a Trinket (Karil Davidson) – A charming shop filled with unique, vintage jewelry and gifts.
- Farmhouse Traders (Karen Reilly)– Featuring unique, needle-felted items created with wool.
- Ratty Books (Caitlin Kranz Yaccino) – Specializes in a curated selection of illustrated picture books & classic children’s literature for all ages.
- The Hound Books (Ahu Terzi)– Sells used, new and vintage books, including hand-selected titles for both children and young adults
- Wilk Apiary (Barbara B. Wilk) – Producing delicious and local honey.
- Earthgirl Flowers (Jill Weiner)– Specializes in weddings and designing your day down to the very last petal, with flowers coming direct from their farm.
- Callicoon Pantry (Dania LaScola)- A low-waste grocery & refillery with quality products, minimal packaging, great prices.
- Liberty Blooms (Jean Dermer) – A full-service florist specializing in exclusive one-of-a-kind arrangements, bouquets and gifts.
- Narrowsburg Proper/Proper to Go (Joan Santo)– mother and daughter owned specialty shops. Curated with hard to find items from downstate and abroad.
Wellness & Self-Care
- Emmanuelle Skincare and Wellness (Emmanuelle Barry)– A modern apothecary is open to help enhance the well-being of customers by purveying the amazing beauty, exquisite fragrances and therapeutic power of plants and herbs.
- Mountaindale Yoga (Sahiba Ahluwalia) – A yoga studio offering a sanctuary for mindfulness and movement.
- The Yoga Space (LeeAnna Maniace) – A yoga studio dedicated to creating a safe space for self-study, stress relief and health.
- Jurni Healing (Janayna Brockner) – This organization is committed to providing a natural and holistic approach, one of which allows your body to restore and heal itself using the technology of the Energy Enhanced System.
- Bodies + Plants (Andrea Lanzetti) – This studio approaches movement and exercise from a mindful place, encouraging a heightened sense of awareness and clarity throughout your everyday life, while gaining strength and mobility in your physical body.
- Red Bird House (Sallie Fraenkel) – Situated on almost seven wild acres, Red Bird House is a sanctuary offering a peaceful place to stay, play and ground yourself.
- The Chi Hive Studio (Susan Mendoza)– a playground for children and adults of all ages to holistically explore the heart, mind, body and spirit.
Food & Beverage
- Garigliano Grazing Co. (Victoria Garigliano) – Experience unforgettable culinary creativity and join expert-led charcuterie workshops, perfect for bachelorette parties, private groups, or unique housewarming gifts!
- Bashakill Vineyards (Samara Ferris) – a gorgeous whimsical winery nestled beside a wetlands preserve and the foothills of the Catskills offering incredible wines, chef-made food, and live music!
- Pollinator Spirits (Claire Marin) – Queer woman-owned and run distillery born in the Catskill Mountains, crafting award-winning gin, rye, bourbon, and amaro.
- Seminary Hill (Susan Manning) – A family-run orchard, cidery, tasting room, guest house & wedding venue wiith gorgeous views in all directions.
- Benji & Jake’s (Hali Friehling) –Lakeside dining features two decks overlooking beautiful Kauneonga/White Lake. They feature an array of creative brick oven pizzas,appetizers,soups,salads, as well as entrees in the evening.
- The Western (Irene Nickolai) – The celebrated restaurant with outdoor seating and fireside dining room pairs truly craft cocktails and artisanal beers with an inspiring menu.
- County Road Bakery (Karen Matsu) – Your gluten-free source for delicious, fresh sweets and savories, baked in their celiac-safe kitchen.
- Threshold (Cameron Shaw)– Traditional Korean Mountain cuisine featuring Catskills produce.
- Basbousa (Samara Ferris) – This artsy and intimate little gem recently opened is beloved for its imaginative, flavorful and beautiful cuisine.
- Rock Valley Spirits (Terry Milk)-A craft distillery on a Catskill Mountain Farm that uses local grains, apples, and wild foraged ingredients to create small batch spirits in a copper still.
- Herbal Scoop (Kendra Payne)– Inside this shop, you will find full flower whole ingredient herbal teas that are formulated for both flavor and function. In addition to herbal teas you can come hang at the Elixr Bar cafe, grab a fresh pressed juice, or a locally made snack.
Lodging & Travel
- Red Rose Motel (Kris Kiger) – A beautifully restored boutique motel blending modern comfort with rustic charm.
- Boheme Retreats (Keva Niver)– A unique glamping experience immersed in nature.
- Antrim Streamside (Diane Beveridge) – A serene getaway offering unique accommodations right on the Willowemoc.
- Bethel Pastures Farm (Rochelle Beck) – Great hospitality, delicious farm-fresh breakfast & beautiful property & views to be enjoyed year-round.
- Escape 2 the Catskills (Trevonne Gilliard)– Stay in one of these one-of-a-kind homes with unique features and decor.
- Bashakill Bazaar (Rebecca Falcon) – From funky finds to timeless treasures, this shop is an antique lover’s paradise!
- Swiss Hill Farmhouse (Jackie Shihadeh & Andie Neff)– Enjoy a rejuvenating getaway, nestled on 3 wooded acres in the Sullivan Catskills.
- The Yarra (Sonya Wurster)– Boutique accommodation & culinary experience featuring 4 guest rooms with private bathrooms.
- Upstate D Tours (Dara Manzi) – Upstate D-Tours is the Catskills’ favorite concierge transportation service.
- Foster Supply Hospitality (Kirsten Foster)– They create soulful and independent small hotels and restaurants in the Catskills and beyond.
Arts, Culture & Community
- Catskill Art Space (Sally Wright) – A nonprofit organization that brings contemporary art experiences to the Catskills
- Hurleyville Performing Arts Center (Janet Carrus) – Event & arts center with a full-service movie theatre, live music and performing arts events, gallery, restaurant, workshops & dance studios.
- Zane Grey Gallery + Zane Grey Plein Air (Karen Meneghin) – offers seasonally inspired Exhibitions, Art Events and Workshops in sync with upstate living in the Hudson Valley Catskills.
- Fisher Mears Associates (Karen Fisher) – A full-service boutique agency specializing in strategic advertising, brand building and marketing communications across print and digital channels.
- Borsch Belt Historical Marker Project (Marisa Scheinfeld) – A group of artists & historians dedicated to commemorating the history of the Borscht Belt era.
- The Outside Institute (Laura Chávez Silverman) – Offering nature-based education and experiences since 2017.
- Morgan Outdoors (Lisa Lyons) – A go-to destination for outdoor gear and adventure guidance.
- Jill C. Smith Photography (Jill Smith)- Your favorite Catskills family photographer.
- The Storied Experience (Samantha Hardcastle) – Supports lodging & hospitality brands in bringing their stories to life through experiences that enchant their ideal guests.
- Big Sky Productions (Carol Montana)– Dramatic/comedic readings, murder mystery dinner theatre, staged readings & more by a critically acclaimed, community theatre company.
Farms & Sustainable Living
- Diehl Homestead Farm (Anette & Alice Diehl) – Diehl Farm is a working farm with a farm store offering house made maple syrup, fresh milk, eggs & more.
- Majestic Farms (Sara Budde) – Grows sustainable, fence free, pasture raised meats including pork, chicken and beef, as well as seasonal organic apples.
- Winterton Farms/Two Farms Brewing (Erika Malmgreen)- a collaboration between Sullivan County Brewing Co, Winterton Farms, celebrates craft beer w/estate-grown ingredients.
- Lavender Sky Farms (Doreen Gonzalez & Sally Brown) – Boutique Lavender Farm hosting workshops throughout the season.
These extraordinary businesses showcase the talent, dedication, and vision of women shaping the Sullivan Catskills. This Women’s History Month—and every month—let’s celebrate and support the incredible women entrepreneurs who make our community thrive!
