A strollable main street makes Phoenicia a pleasure to discover. There are plenty of shops, including a couple of kooky ones, and some surprisingly good eateries. Because Esopus Creek runs right through the center of the village, you'll often spot young people headed to the water with their inner tubes in tow.
Home to the acclaimed Zen Mountain Monastery, Mount Tremper has attracted its share of artists and weekenders seeking a less-expensive address.
