Hiya Erich,
I too am looking for a quiet place in the New Paltz area while I'm working on an MFA, preferably with space to have a garden, that accepts pets. I enjoy the company of dogs and my cat is fond of large well-mannered dogs (she hates little dogs). So if your dog can be trusted with cats when its alone and I seem like a good fit, drop me a line.
Here's some bits:
Enjoy a clean, smoke & TV free, healthy house.
Use homemade/non-toxic cleaning products.
Would consider living in a household with one or two roommates.
Have plenty of furnishings & a plethora of houseplants.
-Jana