What is Nectar?
This website is only a small window into Nectar, a place that must be experienced, a place that ignites your senses. Take a beautiful drive to High Falls, New York, and plunge into Nectar’s two lush stores, one right across the street from the other… sip a cup of hand blended tea while you explore unusual items from every continent-- as well as nearby: Nectar has also always showcased the dynamic work of Ulster County artists, jewelers, and artisans, among the bounty of our world neighbors… A rare blend of home décor, art, imported furniture, gifts, and tea salon, Nectar has something for everyone, and many gifts in the shop are only a few dollars!
The stores showcase much, much more than we are able to share with you on-line as of yet, so you will just have to see for yourself! Or email us about items you might be looking for; we pride ourselves on our fun, enthusiastic customer service. The stores have a great children’s section, glassware and tabletop items, cases of exquisite and funky jewelry, luscious hand blended teas and chocolates, reclaimed wood furniture, statuary, decadent candles and body products, Putumayo CDs, antique doors, and much, much more. And we are also one of the best-kept designer secrets in the Hudson Valley for large-scale interior projects—just ask the Emerson Resort in Mt. Tremper! A celebration of beauty, Nectar’s owner, Jenny Wonderling, sources treasures from across the globe and the stores have many Fair Trade items for sale supporting wonderful community projects and women’s cooperatives. Traditional pieces sit side by side with designs dreamed up or hand selected, utilizing “Green” woods so that there is little environmental impact. Two vibrant buildings not only have retail items for sale, Nectar also offers Decorating Services for the home or work space as well as a unique bridal registry. Step into those spice colored rooms, and be transported to a place faraway and yet very familiar.
Come visit Nectar, and experience Inspired Shopping, Located in historic High Falls, the store is a short drive from New Paltz, Kingston, and Woodstock, and a mere 1 and ½ hour drive from NYC. If you are planning a visit, contact us for suggestions about where to stay, hike, and eat! Think Global, shop Local, and celebrate our World Community, at Nectar! Home, Gifts, Art, and Tea…
Who is Nectar?
Born and raised in Manhattan, Nectar’s owner, Jenny Wonderling, had married one of the founding partners of Bubby’s restaurant, soon after it’s opening. After helping to build this downtown Tribeca landmark, she then moved Upstate in 2001 as a single mother with her two eldest children, now fifteen and seventeen. Alternately writing freelance articles and editing a book, she had just finished restoring her 1860’s farmhouse with the help of her two young sons, family and friends before opening Nectar. Having personally sourced out building materials and design elements that worked harmoniously with the original structures of her home— bridging past and present—in that process she quietly acknowledged her passion for design. As the daughter of a stylist-clothing designer-photographer mother, and fashion photographer stepfather, and having grown up seeped in the New York design world, Wonderling had been coddled to create things of beauty from birth.
Now remarried to Bristlecone Restoration’s owner Karsten Engel, (www.bristleconerestoration.com)Jenny spends her days at Nectar with their new baby Liam in tow, and writing when she can steal the time between corralling a toddler and teenagers, running a business and a household with Karsten. “But none of it would be possible,” Jenny says gratefully, “without the help of the wonderful staff of multifaceted, creative and wise women at Nectar with whom baby Liam and I get to share our days. On any given morning or afternoon, I get to co-create the magic that is Nectar with Victoria, Emma, Garland, Lindsey, and Yetzia, and who make the experience of being a working mother one that feels so supported and fun.” Nectar is buzzing with visitors who love all that the store has to offer. And with each new visitor, there is a story…
