2. Finding Your Town

Our guide to moving to the country begins with where exactly to start. From summer rentals in Ghent, Spencertown, and Rhinebeck to our 10-3-1 rule for choosing a town, you'll know the criteria whether you end up in Dutchess, Columbia, or Ulster Counties — or somewhere far from the Hudson Valley. If you're looking to rent or buy a home in the Hudson Valley or another great rural community, this podcast could help you acclimate and feel at home. Chronogram arts magazine named Cidiot one of "Six Hudson Valley Podcasts You Should Listen To." Be sure to rate Cidiot in the podcast store and subscribe. For more info, visit the podsite at Cidiot.com. ©2026 MCZ Media LLC. Cidiot® is a registered trademark.