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The Getaway Guide to Small Business Saturday

By Postcard Cabins -

At Getaway, the spirit of Small Business Saturday is so important to us. By shopping small, you can fill your space with objects that bring you joy, gift your loved ones unique pieces that speak to who they are, support the work of your neighbors, and be an active participant in your local community.

Shopping small is one of the easiest ways to keep the holidays simple, to support local artists and craftspeople in your community, and to find unique gifts for your loved ones. Whether you’re at home in your city, or escaping to a Getaway Outpost, there are so many amazing small businesses to support. Here are a few of our favorites:

Atlanta

  • Slutty Vegan ATL: Unbelievably tasty, cheat day vegan food truck. Visit their truck or site to order. 
  • Nubian Bookstore: Located in Southlake/Morrow, Nubian Bookstore is one of the largest Black-owned bookstores in Atlanta. 
  • Coco and Mischa: A boutique offering slow fashion, handmade jewelry and accessories, found objects, and beautiful things from small, sustainable, and socially conscious makers.

Near Getaway Chattahoochee

  • Grumpy Old Men Brewing: The couple of retired beer enthusiasts who founded Grumpy Old Men Brewing in 2012 began by brewing their stores in an outdoor shower and eventually opened their microbrewery in Blue Ridge. In 2018, the original two migrated to the other side of the 18-tap bar, passing the company onto “another Grumpy Old Man & his Crabby Lady.” There’s lots of space in the tasting room to play games and chat with other brew-loving folk.
  • Wolf Mountain Vineyards: Tucked at the edge of the Chattahoochee National Forest with views of the North Georgia mountains, Wolf Mountain has earned over 200 medals for its wines. Its grounds are landscaped beautifully, transforming the vineyard into a lovely place to taste wines and brunch.

Austin

  • Baby Greens: Healthy fast food restaurant serving delicious, made-to-order food for carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. Order here. 
  • Antonelli’s Cheese Shop: This cut-to-order cheese shop sells cheeses that are sustainably and humanely crafted by local artisans. Order here.

Near Getaway Hill Country

  • The Leaning Pear: For some fresh, seasonal and local cuisine inspired by the Hill Country, The Leaning Pear is a great lunch or dinner spot for American cuisine. The owners, Rachel and Matthew Buchanan, restored The Lowery House, which is one of the oldest buildings in the Wimberley Valley in 2006 to build their own restaurant after years of studying cooking in both Italy and New York. Give some of their dishes a try, and you’ll likely be back for more.
  • Middleton Brewing: This 10-barrel brewpub has some tasty ales inspired by the Hill Country that are sure to give you a sense of the region. They also have a wide selection of wine and local ciders for you to choose from.

Boston

  • BRED gourmet: Burger bar serving gourmet patties & toppings, plus smoothies, salads & more. Order here.
  • The Coast Cafe: Home to the best fried chicken and mac & cheese in New England. Order here.

Near Getaway Blake Brook

  • Blasty Bough Brewing Company: This farm-to-kettle brewery sits on the same land where a tavern sat long before the American Revolution. To taste local brews in the same spot that has been sharing the spoils of the craft for centuries, make sure to make a stop at their brewery that’s less than five minutes away from Getaway Blake Brook.

Charlotte

  • Shelves Bookstore: Owned by Abbi Glen, this independent shop is a pop-up mobile bookstore. Shop online here.
  • Jazzy Cheesecakes:The bakery specializes in cheesecakes but also offers a wide range of sweets including brownies, cakes, pies, cobblers.  Explore the menu.
  • Veltree: A vegan, plant based, soul food experience. Order here. 

Raleigh

  • Oak City Fish & Chips: This food-truck turned restaurant (with 2 locations) is known for their fish and chips as well as other fried seafood like shrimp and lobster. See menu. 
  • Pure Juicery Bar: Raleigh-Durham’s only fully-vegan juicery and eatery. See menu. 

Near Getaway Asheboro

  • Four Saints Brewing Company: Four Saints Brewing’s mission is to provide great beer for great people, and pays homage to the patron saints of beer: Saint Wenceslaus, Saint Nicholas, Saint Luke, and Saint Augustine of Hippo. Through brewing, they hope to grow the local economy, support meaningful organizations and charities, and create a place where hospitality matters and everyone feels welcome.
  • Copeland Springs Farm and Kitchen: Discover this beautiful, sustainable farm in Pittsboro. Committed to growing nutritious food with environmentally sustainable practices, they also operate a kitchen, serving delicious dishes crafted from their produce. They even encourage you to enjoy your food anywhere on their 16-acre property.

Dallas

  • Peace Love & Eatz: Inside Desoto Marketplace for plant-based smoothies, bowls & sandwiches. Order here. 
  • Roots Chicken Shack: Famous for duck-fat fried chicken and owned by Tiffany Derry, Top Chef competitor and All-Star Chef finalist. Order here.

Near Getaway Piney Woods

  • True Vine Brewing Company: This brewing company has over fifteen beers on tap, and with an artisan pizza shop, you’re sure to make this stop one you’ll return to on future Getaways. They also have live music every weekend, and a mission to foster community over craft beer, so you can be sure that you’ll have a great time, and you’ll be supporting the community in more ways than one.
  • Railway Café: This popular local spot with delicious American fare is a great place to go for plenty of options. Check out their daily specials for something different as well.

Houston

  • Taste Bar & Kitchen: Comfort food restaurant with an elevated twist. Order here.
  • Bar Boheme: This bar and restaurant is filled with items that were collected during the owner’s travels around the world. Stop here for a delicious meal and find some of the stories hidden between the booths.

Near Getaway Brazos Valley

  • Wildflyer Mead Company: For a new take on something sweet, head to WildFlyer Mead Company to tour a beehive, go on a honey tasting, and try mead made from honey. There’s also a boutique and nice outdoor patio that is pup-friendly.
  • Lone Pint Brewery: A dedication to renewable energy and distinctive tasting beers is what Lone Pint Brewery is all about. Stop by their beer garden for a bite of Texas BBQ from the Lone Pint & Reveille BBQ Food Truck and pair it with a fresh hoppy ale whose spent grain from production goes to feed local dairy cows.

LA

Near Getaway Big Bear

  • LuluBelle’s Coffee House and Bakery: This is a café and bakery using local organic foods with some of the best pastries in Running Springs. If you’re heading to Getaway to celebrate a special occasion, this is a great place to stop to grab some treats to bring into nature with you. 
  • LouEddie’s Pizza: LouEddie’s offers gourmet pizzas or create-your-owns inside a 100+ year-old building. The beer served at its quaint bar is home-brewed, and seating spills onto outside patios where you can eat a pie and enjoy live music.

New York

  • Vashti Harrison: A writer, illustrator and filmmaker based in Brooklyn. Shop her site and books.
  • Cafe con Libros. Brooklyn’s only Feminist indie bookstore & coffee shop. Shop their website here. 
  • Peaches: Restaurant and bar serving Southern Cuisine and craft cocktails. Explore their menu here. 

Near Eastern Catskills

  • Circle W Market: You can load up on all the fixings you need for your Getaway, or simply drop in for a delicious made-to-order sandwich, salad, or soup, at this local gem, just a short drive from our Outposts. A favorite of Getaway staff and guests, Circle W is family owned and has been open for over a century.
  • Last Chance Cheese: Last Chance Cheese is a local tavern and restaurant with antiques and small crafted items—like jam and honey—for sale. This is a great stop for families, as the options are endless, and everyone is sure to leave full and satisfied—despite their name, they even have vegan options.

Near Western Catskills

  • Roscoe Beer Company: Stop by Roscoe Beer Co. to try some local brews, relax with family or friends, and even grab a bite to eat.
  • Roscoe Farmer’s Market: The Roscoe Farmer’s Market is the perfect early morning activity to head to before or after your Getaway. Stock up on local, fresh veggies to cook some of your favorite meals during your stay, or buy yourself a little souvenir crafted by a local.

Pittsburgh

  • The Tiny Bookstore: Pittsburgh’s smallest independent bookstore. Visit their site here.
  • Aunt Cheryl’s Cafe: Known for serving “food from the heart,” Aunt Cheryl’s owned by Cheryl Johnson offers an all-day breakfast menu. Check out their site here.

Cleveland

  • Elizabeth’s Bookstore: Based in Akron, Elizabeth’s Bookshop + Writing Centre, created by academic and activist Rachel Cargle amplifies and celebrates marginalized voices.  Shop here.
  • Browns Corner Restaurant: A comfort-food breakfast spot that’s been in Cleveland for more than 35 years. 

Near Getaway Beaver Creek

  • Two Smart Cookies: You can find us at this local favorite for nearly every meal – from grabbing our coffee in the morning, to a sweet treat in the afternoon. It’s only a 5 minute drive from the Outpost, and there’s always something delicious cooking. Friendly staff greets you as you walk through the door for a caffeine fix, a delicious salad, or a baked good.
  • The Vineyards at Pine Lake: Stop by this local family-owned vineyard and enjoy their lakefront tasting room.
  • White House Fruit Farm: Come by this family-owned farm and buy your freshly picked berries, fruits, and vegetables, or sample some of their delicious baked goods- we’re craving the blueberry donut. The farm, established in 1815, also offers year-round events, including summer crop picking and flower festivals.

Portland

  • Stephanie Griffin: Artist who crafts “modern embroidery art from a unique point of view” by hand. Shop her Etsy.
  • Queen of Sheba: Operating for more than 20 years, this is a city staple for family-style Ethiopian dishes.

Near Getaway Mount Adams

  • Steelhead Alpaca Farms: This farm is a great destination for families—with alpacas, chickens, barn cats, ducks, and more, your kids will love getting to meet and interact with all the different animals. Steelhead Alpaca Farms is only a half hour drive from Getaway Mount Adams, so it’s a great day trip when you’re looking for local places to explore, and new friends to meet.
  • Backwoods Brewing Company: Backwoods Brewing Company was founded by the Waters family between the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and the Carson Valley. They use local ingredients, and their brews can be found through the North West. Their Carson location is on your way to Getaway Mount Adams (or on your way back), so if you take your family or some friends, be sure to get their famous pizza.

Washington, DC

  • AllVeryGoods: Ama Schulman’s bandanas feature joyful patterns inspired by West Africa and DC. Shop her Etsy and site.
  • Mahogany Books: Mahogany Books promotes reading, writing, and cultural awareness as tools to improve communities. Shop their site here. 
  • Ben’s Chili Bowl: With 61 years in business, they’re known for favorites like burgers, chili, and hot dogs. Order at their location or on their site here. 

Near Getaway Shenandoah

  • Moo Thru Ice Cream Shop: This ice cream shop, which is about 45 minutes from our Outpost, is a great place to stop either on your way to your Getaway or on your way home. Moo Thru was founded by Ken Smith who comes from a family of dairy farmers. The dairy farm where they get most of their ingredients is only two miles from their shop, and each ingredient is hand-selected to ensure the best quality.
  • Early Mountain Vineyards: A favorite among Getaway guests for a wine tasting, or simply grabbing a bottle to bring back to the cabin, Early Mountain Vineyards has gorgeous scenery and amazing varietals year-round. Check out their recommended wine pairings for a campfire cooking out here.

Ready to explore the small businesses near our Outposts? Book your Getaway today.

Features | Local Guides

Celebrating Small Businesses

By Postcard Cabins -

In honor of Small Business Saturday, we wanted to recognize some of our favorite local business and restaurants around our Outposts.

Small Business Saturday near our NY Outpost

antiques

Homer & Langley’s Mystery Spot Antiques, 72 Main St, Phoenicia, NY 12464

Owner Laura Levine named her Catskills antique staple after the famous Collyer brothers, who were crushed under their joint accumulation of collectables, and her store is packed to the rafters with truly everything. Her “shrine to clutter” is full of quirky and enigmatic objects, from vinyls and fashion pieces to old cameras, dinnerware, radios, and photographs.

Rive Gauche Bistro, 7 2nd St, Athens, NY 12015

Rive Gauche Bistro feels like a little piece of France just off the Hudson River. Chef Joe Landa worked in NY fine dining before opening his restaurants in charming Athens with partner Brooke Lynski, who designed the restaurant. This little French bistro serves wonderful plates, from apps to dessert from brunch ‘til dinner and beyond. Weekend brunches fill up quickly for the coffee and baked goods and, later in the evening, a great wine menu. The French onion soup is, of course, one of the highlights.

Gracie’s, 969 Main St, Leeds, NY 12451

Sitting on a hill overlooking a creek and the Catskills, Gracie’s Luncheonette serves hot comfort food for not only lunch, but well into dinner and beyond. Culinary Institute of America graduates Allyson Merritt and Andrew Speilberg opened the space in 2015 as a commissary kitchen for their food truck, and it quickly became well-known for its American signatures. Meals are leisurely and delicious, and the plates that standout are the fresh donuts, homemade Italian sodas and ketchup, waffles and fried chicken with maple syrup, and their assortment of pies.

Small Business Saturday near our DC Outpost

beer brewery

Bald Top Brewing Co., 1830 Thrift Rd, Madison, VA 22727

Scottish immigrant and land owner John Henry Price began building the Manor House and Stone Kitchen that would become Bald Top Brewing Co. in 1805. He didn’t live to see its completion in 1814, and the 53-acre farming property changed hands five times before it was acquired by Dave Fulton and Julie Haines in 2012. The couple transformed the farm into a family brewery. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bald Top Brewing Co. serves a diverse assemblage of ales and beers and live music on the weekends.

Bizou, 119 West Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Chefs and co-owners Vincent Derquenne and Timothy Burgess opened Bizou in 1996 with a commitment to local and sustainable food sourcing to cook up their classic VA creations prepared with French culinary techniques. Visitors can dine outside on the patio and people watch or inside in the restaurant’s vintage dining room that, complete with jukeboxes, old film posters, and classic booths, oozes an old-timey character and ambiance in this lively college town.

Bluegrass Grill & Bakery, 313 2nd St SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902

This brunch-obsessed restaurant opened its doors in 2001 and rolled out its American, Southern-style breakfast and brunch plates. All bread, biscuits, and pastries are homemade and the menu is vegetarian friendly, even though the owners admit to their obsession with bacon on everything. UVA students cite Bluegrass as a “before you graduate” staple, and the banana and red velvet pancakes will make you wish you lived closer to Charlottesville so you could eat here every weekend. Heads up: they are cash only, so come prepared.

Small Business Saturday near our Boston Outpost

crepe

The Little Crêperie, 138 N Main St, Concord, NH 03301

This adorable cafe opened in 2016 to serve breakfasts and lunches of sweet and savory crepes and waffles. Owners Melina Ambargis and Cristina Hoppe began The Little Crêperie together when they struggled to find good places to grab lunch while working office jobs. Their restaurant offers unique yet familiar tastes to Concord, such as the classic Nutella-banana crepe or a macaroni-and-cheese waffle. Alongside lemonade, cold brew, mimosas, coffee, and tea, fresh ingredients fill each pastry with plenty of vegan options. You can even create a custom crepe to try something different with every visit.

The Farmer’s Kitchen, 444 NH-11, Farmington, NH 03835

The Farmer’s Kitchen is the definition of a mom-and-pop eatery. Owner Duane White began cooking at age 4, and he returned to New Hampshire after restauranteering in the Midwest to open a cozy eatery, complete with a 1910 cook stove. It’s a must-stop for breakfast and lunch, serving up great food and big portions at a good price. Everything down to the coffee is delicious, and the gluten-free and vegetarian options are no exception. Approaching 10 years in operation, this restaurant treats everyone like family and is loved by locals and visitors alike.

Sweet Baby Vineyard, 260 Stage Rd, Hampstead, NH 03841

Lewis and Stacey Eaton began making wine in 2008 as a hobby, and it quickly grew into a family business. Growing up in New Hampshire instilled in them a love of fresh produce from the local orchards and farms, and the family decided to incorporate these tastes into their wines. Their 8-acre location in Hampstead hosts year-round tastings of their award-winning bouquets, reds, whites, and fruit wines.

A Year of Rest | Guest Stories

Featured Guests: Omisade Burney-Scott, A Recipient of Rest

By Postcard Cabins -

Earlier this month, through our Year of Rest initiative with Rachel Cargle, the Nellie Mae Foundation, and Miir, we hosted Omisade Burney Scott. Omisade has spent the better part of the past 25 years of her life focused on the liberation of marginalized people, beginning with her own community through advocacy work, philanthropy, community organizing, and culture work. She is the creator of The Black Girls’ Guide to Surviving Menopause, a multimedia project seeking to curate and share the stories and realities of Black women and femmes over 50. Omisade is a 1989 graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill, is the proud mom of two sons, Che and Taj, and she resides in North Carolina. Here’s what she had to say about her work, her Getaway, and the importance of rest as part of the resistance.

I was able to share this experience with my youngest son, Taj, who just turned 12 on October 15th. It’s been a rough and dynamic journey of the past several months for all of us, but in particular for him. Being separated from school, his friends, his eldest brother who is 28 and lives in Brooklyn, and the constant barrage of news filled with violence against Black bodies had started to take a toll on his usually bubbly and outgoing personality. We have navigated much of this time with healthy doses of love and hugs from his dad and myself, creating new family rituals, consistent teletherapy, and creative play (mostly virtual).

It was an absolute joy to experience this with him and to be able to unplug from the world right now. We cooked, hiked, took naps, played Pokemon (he won) and talked by the fire (I built my first fire). It felt like a moment where the outside world and all our concerns could just melt away. 

I have been an activist and advocate for social justice for over 25 years. I also walk with the identity of being a creative. My journey to working in communities to co-create a more healed, just, and equitable world has been amazing, hard, fulfilling, full of learning, inspiration, and fatigue.

I took a sabbatical from movement work back in 2018 after some deep personal loss and extreme burnout. I spent much of 2019 giving myself permission to reimagine what my relationship to rest could look like in practice, as well as exploring what my social justice and creative work might look like from a grounded place of health and healing post 50 (I’m 53).

In July of 2019, I launched a new venture called The Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause because I wanted to create and curate a space for the stories of people who look like me… Black women and femmes to speak their truth around aging. I wanted to share our stories, not from a medical or public health perspective, but from a cultural and social one that allowed us to explore notions of pleasure, intimacy, creative expression, rebirth, healing, and transformation.

Being nominated for this night away by my friend Xiomara Corpeno felt like a gift from my ancestors, a reminder not to let my commitment to rest, health, healing, and joy elude me or slip away while in the midst of a pandemic, unrest, and necessary transformation for our country. 

I believe liberation is a real state of being that it is fully possible for Black people to exist in – one where the world is spacious, loving, accountable, free of harm and violence, and whole. A place and existence that we would likely call freedom. I believe that Black people, indigenous peoples, and people of color being able to access rest and exquisite care is essential to us arriving in that space whole and intact.  I also understand there are so many reasons why we can’t access it, why it feels elusive—not possible. I know that the moments we access that care, that joy, that rest, are healing and restorative. It is my hope that the more intentional we are in co-creating access to those moments that are fully resourced and supported, the closer we are to being in a consistent healing practice that is an extension of care, grounded in social justice. 

To keep track of Omisade’s work, you can find her on Instagram, Facebook and her website.

Need your own escape to nature to recharge and reconnect to what matters most? Reserve your tiny cabin today.

Features | Guest Stories

Featured Guest: A Romantic Escape to Getaway Blake Brook

By Postcard Cabins -

Earlier this year, we hosted Aline Mac and her fiance, Shaun at Getaway Blake Brook outside of Boston, so they could spend some time reconnecting in nature.

We are from Natick, MA and are mostly in the city. We don’t have a ton of nature around us and we both work a lot so there is nothing more relaxing than to surround ourselves in nature. The silence of the woods helps us clear our minds and makes us feel reinvigorated to get back to our busy lives.

My favorite moments of our Getaway were spent enjoying each other’s company while cooking, reading, and cozying up around the fire.

My husband is a Realtor and is normally glued to his phone. So the first hour was stressful for him but by the end he felt so relaxed that he almost forgot he had a phone… haha but seriously it’s incredibly liberating and we loved it!

We realized even more how moments together away from technology are important. The time we spent in the Getaway made us realize that we want to take that back home and have at least one meal together without cellphones. The single moment that stood out to me was waking up in the morning with all the sun beams shining down through the trees while cuddled up in a warm bed. SO COZY!

Everyone is living busy lives and most couples like us relax at night with their faces buried in a phone. I think quality conversations are becoming more rare. It was so nice to just chat, tell stories, laugh and learn more about each other. No matter how long you’ve been together there’s always more to learn!

Ready for your own romantic escape? Book your Getaway today.

Campfire Cooking | Features

A Friendsgiving at Getaway

By Postcard Cabins and Kaitlin Guerin -

Meet Kaitlin Guerin, a pastry chef and owner of Lagniappe Baking, a pop-up style bakehouse in New Orleans. We hosted her and a group of her friends at Getaway Homochitto outside of New Orleans so they could disconnect from the noise, and enjoy an outdoor Friendsgiving. We sat down with Kaitlin to hear more about her connection to food, her connection to nature, and her Friendsgiving. Here’s what she had to say.

I’m a pastry chef and the owner of Lagniappe Baking, a bakehouse in Treme, New Orleans, and in New Orleans, “Lagniappe” is a term that means, “a little something extra.”

My approach to cooking and baking is really rooted in traditional southern food and foodways. Growing up in New Orleans, I’ve always had a close connection to food and to understanding that it is cultural and celebratory. After living in Northern California for a few years, I obtained a closer connection to nature from frequent camping and hiking. There’s always something that, quite literally, sparks in me when I get to cook and celebrate around a campfire. Having moved back to New Orleans, I’m relearning my Southern roots and how connecting to traditional techniques of cooking brings me closer to understanding the foodways that regulate our lives here.

This biscuit recipe is one that connects me to my ancestors. Using benne seeds – an alternative to sesame seeds – pays homage to those that brought these grains from West Africa. Putting them over fire, for me, is melding the connection of nature and understanding the intersection of Southern culture, tradition, and history. 

For me, there’s nothing quite like cooking in nature. It’s a chance to strip away, to escape, and to come to place where we’re cooking over fire like our ancestors did.

The most important ingredient when making a memorable Thanksgiving dinner is to surround yourself with love, and family, and friends that you want to spend a great evening with. Spending this time in Mississippi at Getaway was the right space to reset, rediscover, and really connect with my closest friends around nature and food. 

Kaitlin also graciously shared her recipe for these delicious biscuits with us, so we can all try them out on our next escapes to nature!

Campfire Sweet Potato Biscuits
(Makes 8-10 Biscuits)

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups of flour
  • 3/4 tsp of salt
  • 1 Tbsp plus 1/2 tsp of baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp of red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tsp of sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 8 oz cold butter, cubed
  • 1 ea sweet potato, boiled, peeled, smashed
  • 1-1 1/2 cup of buttermilk, full fat
  • 2 Tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • 1/4 cup of sesame seeds (optional)
  • Honey butter or jam for serving

Equipment Needed:

  • 2″ biscuit cutter
  • 10″ seasoned cast iron skillet with lid
  • Digital probe thermometer (optional, but helpful)
  • Metal tongs
  • Heat-resistant gloves for grilling

Instructions:

Before You Arrive at Getaway:

  • Boil, peel, and mash the sweet potato.
  • Measure your dry ingredients (flour through baking soda) into a container.
  • Measure and pack up your remaining ingredients.

At Getaway—Prep Your Fire:

  • Burn enough wood down to create coals—these will be place around your cast iron.
  • With the cast iron sitting off to the side in the fire pit, carefully place 5-8 medium-sized coals around it with tongs. This will help regulate the temperature.
  • Occasionally check internal temperature of cast iron until it reaches 375º F – 400º F. 

Get Cooking:

  • Put the dry ingredients into a mixing bowl, toss with hands to incorporate.
  • Toss cubed, cold butter into flour mixture. Using your fingertips, smash the butter into the flour, until all the pieces are pea to almond sized.
  • Add the sweet potato, and combine into mixture with a spoon, just until it incorporates. 
  • Make a well in the center, and add a shy – 1 cup of the buttermilk and gently fold with spoon until it creates a shaggy dough, adding 1 Tbsp buttermilk at a time in dry spots as needed.
  • Turn dough onto cutting board, and pat and shape until it all comes together, being careful not to overwork the dough.
  • Gently cut out 8-10 biscuits with cutter and set aside.
  • Making sure the internal cast iron temperature is between 375º F – 400º F, carefully place biscuits into pan. 
  • Spoon melted butter over biscuits, and add optional sesame seeds.
  • Close lid, and place about 5 more coals on top of lid. 
  • Cook for 10-15 min, then check for doneness.
  • Biscuits will lightly golden brown when done.
  • Serve with honey butter and/or your favorite jam!
How to Getaway

How to Prepare for Your Disconnected Cabin Stay

By Postcard Cabins -

It’s no secret that we love to disconnect. Throw our phones in the cell phone lockbox, ignore notifications for a few days, and just enjoy the simple respite of nature.

Many of our locations have little to no cell phone reception to help you embrace the true freedom of being remote. While that’s an exciting notion for many, it can be daunting for some. We put together a handy guide to help you prepare for your remote cabin stay.

1. Download how to get there and how to get back

In our cities, we rely so heavily on our phones and GPS, it can be hard to remember that those handy tools are dependent on good service. Your best bet to ensuring you know exactly how to get to where you need to be (and equally important – how to get back home), is to download necessary directions to your phone. Even better, go old school and print them out. If you’re using Google maps, check out this handy guide.

2. Print out directions to any local attractions you want to go to

Peruse through the Journal right here to find recommendations near your cabin. If you’d like to go anywhere during your stay, be sure to download and/or print instructions on how to get there and back.

3. Be sure you’re packing the right things

Check out our packing lists ahead of time. We provide all the essentials so you don’t have to bring too much with you, but note that sometimes grocery stores or modern conveniences aren’t right around the corner.

4. Know the Location address

Keep it handy. We recommend physically writing it down, but you can always save it to the notes section on your phone. A pro tip: check the map for a nearby landmark that’s en route. You’ll know you are close by when you’ve passed that landmark.

5. Know our customer service number

You can always call us if you run into trouble, as there is a landline in your cabin. Our number is (617) 914-0021. The number will also be in your cabin should you need anything ahead of arrival.

6. We’re here to help

Our locations outside of Portland and Atlanta have a help phone if you run into any issues when you’re outside of your cabin. Refer to your map (remember – you already have it downloaded on your phone) for its location.

7. Don’t be scared, no service can be a blessing

What better way to appreciate the present than to remove all the distractions around you?

Have any questions? Contact our team here.

Local Guides

Our Favorite Hikes Near Each of Our Outposts

By Postcard Cabins -

We’ve pulled together a list featuring our favorite hike near each of our Outposts, so you don’t miss the most beautiful trails near your cabin on your next escape to nature.

Getaway Asheboro

Purgatory Mountain Trailhead
~8 minutes from the Outpost
Hike Distance: 1.8 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
This scenic hike to the top of Purgatory Mountain is a great way to top off a day spent at The North Carolina Zoo, as the trail begins on their property. Uphill but not strenuous, it’s good for kids, dog-friendly, and meticulously maintained and marked for navigational ease.

Getaway Barber Creek

Reeds Lake Trail
Distance: 4.2 miles
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
This paved trail through the woods circles the beautiful Reeds Lake, and makes for the perfect afternoon hike with with your friends and family.

Getaway Beaver Creek

Mineral Springs Loop Trail
Hike Duration: 1.3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This easy loop on the Pennsylvania side of the border features a waterfall and is recommended for families with young kids.

Getaway Big Bear

Arrowhead Pinnacles Trail
Distance: 4.6 miles
Difficulty: Hard
Dogs allowed on-leash
Arrowhead Pinacles Trail is a steep, difficult trail that will keep you puffing. Enjoy the boulders and panoramic views throughout, especially the 360-degree lookout from the top. There’s not much shade, so get hiking later in the afternoon or in the early morning to avoid the heat.

Getaway Brazos Valley

Washington on the Brazos Area Trails
~30 minutes from the Outpost
Hike Distance: 2.7 miles 
Difficulty: Easy
Featuring beautiful views of the Brazos River, a healthy population of local birds, and trailside swaths of wildflowers, this is a dog and kid friendly hike that’s good for all skill levels. As a state historical site, it’s also home to the Barrington Living History Farm and the Star of the Republic Museum. 

Getaway Chattahoochee

Toccoa Swinging Bridge Trail
~30 minutes from the Outpost
Hike Distance: 0.8 miles
Difficulty: Easy
The Toccoa Swinging Bridge trail is in the Chattahoochee National Forest. The trail is just over 5 miles from the Outpost. The coolest thing about it is the bridge itself—it’s the longest suspension bridge east of the Mississippi, and goes directly over the Toccoa river. The swinging bridge is a great destination for trout fishing (particularly in the spring during spawning season) due to its proximity to the Rock Creek Fish Hatchery, which is also open to visitors. Small creeks, mini waterfalls, and a thick grove of Mountain Laurel trees can be found on the opposite side of the bridge. 

Getaway Dale Hollow

Winding Stairs Loop
Distance: 1.6 mi
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
The Winding Stairs Loop trail is located near Lafayette, TN. This loop is perfect for families or anyone looking for an easy and quick hike with some beautiful waterfall and creek views. There are also many other trails to explore in Winding Stairs Park.

Getaway Eastern Catskills

Kaaterskill Falls
Distance: 2.5 miles, about 1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Dogs allowed
This hike is short, though it is also steep and can get rocky. But all the effort is totally worth it when you reach the gorgeous waterfall.

Getaway Hill Country

Blue Hole Park Trail Loop
Hike distance: 1.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This trail is a great loop for families right near the swimming area in Blue Hole Regional Park. With the smell of cedar, oak and cypress trees, clear blue water, and mulched trails that are mostly flat, this is the perfect afternoon hike to catch up with family and friends. If you want to indulge in the swimming hole, be sure to call ahead and make reservations.

Getaway Homochitto

Clark Creek Primitive Trail
Distance: 4.3 miles
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This is the perfect hike for a warm afternoon, as this loop trail follows Clark Creek to a beautiful waterfall.

Getaway Kettle River

Kettle River: Banning State Park to Old Dam Site
Distance: 4.1 mi
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
This trail loops around along one side of Kettle River through Banning State Park, and features some interesting rock formations, the river, and a waterfall. Make sure to stop at Toby’s gas station by Banning State Park for a giant custard donut on your way back

Getaway Machimoodus

Bear Hill Loop
Distance: 5.5 mi
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This beautiful loop trail gets you right into the dense forest that’s native to this region, and features groves of mount laurel, Connecticut’s state flower.

Getaway Mount Adams

Guler Ice Cave Hike
Hike distance: 2.2 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This walk to the most visited cave features beautiful underground ice formations and tubes that are results of lava flows. Remember to bring snow gear though in the winter months, cave temperatures can drop pretty low.

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Getaway Ozark Highlands

Cedar Bluff Trail
Distance: 2.1 miles
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
This loop trail through Pomme de Terre State Park, follows the rocky bluffs around the lake, and passes through some beautiful spots featuring oak, maple, and hickory trees.

Getaway Piney Woods

Wolfpen Hike and Bike Trail
Hike Duration: 4.1 miles
Difficulty: Easy

This loop trail, which features a lake, is a great choice for all skill levels for hiking, walking, or trail running.

Getaway Shenandoah

White Oak Canyon Trail
Distance: 9.5 miles, about 4-5 hours
Difficulty: Hard
Dogs allowed on-leash
If you’re in search of waterfalls, head out on White Oak Canyon Trail. It can be a strenuous hike, but you can also adjust your mileage and make it shorter by skipping some of the sections.

Getaway Skagit Valley

Little Mountain Park Loop
Distance: 4.8 mi
Difficulty: medium
Dogs allowed
This loop trail through the forest in Little Mountain Park starts at the top of Little Mountain, and features viewpoints of Mount Baker, the Skagit Valley, the San Juan Islands, Olympic Mountains and even tulip fields.

Getaway Western Catskills

The Shavertown Trail
Distance: 2.9 miles
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
A crisp 3 mile round-trip, Shavertown’s modest incline is worth the ascent. The lookout point at top has intimate views of the Pepacton Reservoir as well as the mountains that surround it. 

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Explore Postcard Cabins Machimoodus

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Located in Moodus, CT, Postcard Cabins Machimoodus is nestled in a bustling town with plenty of spots to explore. Here are a few of the spots we’d recommend you check out while you’re on your escape.

Walks in the Woods

Machimoodus State Park Trail
Distance: 2.0 miles
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This 2 mile loop trail in Machimoodus State Park is the perfect spot for a beautiful walk along Salmon River.

Bear Hill Loop
Distance: 5.5 mi
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This beautiful loop trail gets you right into the dense forest that’s native to this region, and features groves of mount laurel, Connecticut’s state flower.

Salmon River Trail Loop from Comstock Bridge
Distance: 6.5 mi
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This loop trail features beautiful views of Salmon River with many spots perfect for an afternoon picnic, and it features one of the last remaining covered bridges in Connecticut.

Sustenance and Snacks

Discover an oasis of locally sourced delights in historic East Haddam, just a 5-minute drive from the cabins. The coffee house and art gallery offers breakfast all day Saturday-Thursday and until 5 p.m. on Fridays. Indulge in house-made baked goods amidst the vibrant ambiance.

Tavern on the Hill
~4 minutes away
For classic bbq dishes, Tavern on the Hill is the perfect spot to enjoy a hearty meal and meet some locals.

Hometown Market
~4 minutes away
To stock up on all the ingredients you might need for your favorite campfire recipes, Hometown Market has got you covered.

Anderson’s Sugarhouse
~7 mins away
For some sweet treats to enjoy after your campfire dinner, head to Anderson’s Sugarhouse.

Things to Do Around the Cabins

Château Le Gari
~17 minutes away
This winery uses both Old World and Modern wine making methods to craft amazing local wines for you to try.

East Haddam Dog Park
~8 minutes away
To allow your pup to reconnect to nature, an afternoon spent at East Haddam Dog Park—off the leash—will allow them to run free.

Ray of Light Farm
~14 minutes away
Visit Ray of Light Farm and their animals for free. Check the website for programs or just show up and walk around the property. They are an animal rescue and sanctuary that is open 10-4 Thursday through Monday. While you’re there, check out the Save-A-Buck Tack Shop for gifts, gear or candy.  

Boho Farm
~14 minutes away
This small farm has a little shop where they sell locally made goods, local honey, jams, coffee, teas, home decor and (seasonal) flowers from their garden and more. In November and December their shop and garden is turned into a Christmas wonderland. They make goat milk soaps, soy candles and room sprays that they also sell in the shop. There are also farm animals to visit.