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95% Recommend49 ratings · 24 reviews
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· August 2021
Group trip ·
Quiet creekside apple orchard
This campsite was perfect for our needs as friends coming from all over the Bay Area to meet up. No limit to parking and tent setup locations so didn’t have any of those complicated logistics. Plenty of options of shade and sun. Porta potty is clean! The other reviews of the dogs are pretty accurate - for the most part the dogs are sweet or aren’t around, but they did like to get into our trash and were occasionally loud, so if you’re not dog people it could be a dealbreaker. Possibly the best part is dinner at the nearby Casino Bar in Bodega: look up the weekend dinner menu before your trip and make sure to get there for a mind blowing meal!
Annette R.
2 reviews
This was a very pretty site, close to the beach and the sweet little town. We stayed for two nights and had a very nice time. The sites are somewhat close together but there are only 2-3. It’s like state park camping distance, so plenty of distance. Once you are settled in, the trees and moss are breathtaking.
Pro tips: Salmon Creek is a bit further north (10-15 mins) and we liked it a lot! At 11:30 the surfers are leaving and there sun comes out, so it’s great for a beach visit!
Be careful with directions READ THEM and know Verizon doesnt get good service.
Do not feed the pups no matter how cute they are :) they are very well cares for and do not need your scraps.
Alexis L.
11 reviews
Exactly what we were looking for. We had so much fun and the hosts were very nice. The camp grounds were maintained well and clean. It was very peaceful and serene. Our main purpose was to enjoy time with each other in a calm secluded location and that is exactly what we got. The hosts made sure we had enough wood for our camp fire and their dogs were sweethearts. My 4 year old fell in love with pups Daisy & Billy and she just had a blast when they would come to visit.
Bryan M.
2 reviews
Very secluded and great setup! Loved everything about this place.
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Emily M.
2 reviews
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· June 2021
Group trip ·
Quiet creekside apple orchard
it is so nice there, peaceful and ariana and her husband are super friendly and welcoming!
we LOVED it!
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Mathis L.
3 reviews
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· May 2021
Group trip ·
Quiet creekside apple orchard
Nice spot and very welcoming hosts.
Geoff G.
4 reviews
We stayed at one of three campsites in the apple orchard and the stay was nice and uneventful. Got some visits from the dogs; they were sweet. Thanks for having us.
Emily S.
4 reviews
This was more than glamping. The kitchen is better equipped than mine at home and the frig was stocked by Ariana with fresh parsley and oregano, beets, zucchini, frozen apple juice from her orchard. We loved the rat terriers, horses, sheep, and goats, along with the peace. We had a sweet tortoise mommy cat and twin yellow kittens to entertain us, residing under the deck. The cabin has art by Ariana and so much personality. It was a much needed retreat for my family and I look forward to visiting again. Oh, and I must not forget to thank her for the delicious rhubarb plum jam.
Nancy M.
3 reviews
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· July 2020
Group trip ·
Bodega Farmhouse by the Creek
It was great to come back here to this Hipcamp a second time - thank you top notch Hosts Ariana and Casey for having us!
My highlights were hanging out with all the animals on the property - it was so fun playing with a mama cat and two kittens who live in a really nicely constructed cat house that is built under the farm house deck stairs. It was great when they came out to wrestle and explore when we were hanging out on the deck. Just too sweet.
It was very special to spend time here reading, relaxing, cooking, and playing games with my family, we can't wait to return!
Annelise P.
39 reviews
I went with a few friends for a weekend trip and we had an amazing time at Ariana's ranch. Spending a couple days outside the city and among the goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, and crew of dogs at the ranch was restorative and a ton of fun. The home we stayed at was really comfortable with plenty of space for us to gather around the dinner table and living room. We also bought a few cuts of lamb from Ariana upon arrival and they were great to cook up for dinner.
Ariana's passion for the ranch and sustainable land practices, clothing, etc. came through and it was quite a learning experience for me. Highly recommend staying here!
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Albert W.
6 years on Hipcamp
It was so great spending a couple days at this property. It really is a special place. My friends and I really enjoyed hearing from our Host Ariana about all the different projects and businesses that are all going on at the ranch - it's a busy place!
My highlights: Endless entertainment from a great many terrier dogs - they are such characters and greeted us upon arrival when we drove in. There was always something going on with them that was hilarious to be around. They went on a nice walk with us around the property too.
We got to herd the sheep and goats down from the pasture to where they sleep near the farmhouse. What a cool experience! It was especially great hearing about a lot of their personalities. One goat always needs a human escort to walk with her down the road which is some pretty cute stuff.
Ariana sold us fresh veggies, herbs, lamb, eggs, and apple cider all from her property. We cooked up a great couple farm fresh meals. There was any kitchen item we needed.
The wood burning stove in the house was really nice to hang out around. Very cozy vibes!
I was here with three of my friends and it was a really wonderful place to relax and unplug. I think this would be a really great place for any family/friend gathering. The farmhouse is spacious and comfortable, easy to drive to, and close by to lots of amazing spots to eat and hang out in Bodega Bay and the other small towns. The Wild Flour bakery and Valley Ford Creamery were both top notch! Would highly recommend and I hope to be back soon!
Annelise P.
39 reviews
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· February 2020
Group trip ·
Bodega Farmhouse by the Creek
Ariana and Casey were incredible hosts -- it was amazing to learn more about their land and the area.
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Ann Y.
2 reviews
Ariana was really great. This is a beautiful site in a valley, which is sheltered from the wind and has a very nice even surface for tents. There were also nice picnic tables and the aesthetics were super positive. Ariana and Casey were super helpful, stocking the site with wood before we arrived, coming in with a leaf blower to clear out the campsite, and giving us a tour/tasting of their fruit and cider they've been experimenting with. I think the one thing we didn't expect is that Ariana and Casey have a handful of small friendly dogs - they were super nice and cute though are less ideal if you have little kids. Ariana was super nice though and came and grabbed them/put them in her house when we asked.
Evan R.
6 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· September 2019
Waaayyyy overpriced and Nickely dim
Group trip ·
Quiet creekside apple orchard
I never met Ariana. I met KC. He was friendly enough. The dogs were great. But what i don't get is why this site is $185/nt. It is by far twice to three times the price of neighboring camps, so was expecting something miraculous. It has 3 porta potties. They're clean, but they are porta potties. Sites are fairly close to each other. I would not want to camp here with anyone else, which was our fortunate situation, yet there are 4 or 5 sites total. Anything else you want - firewood, walking up to see the ranch =$125 tour, i dunno. So nickle dimey. Nice enough stay, but perhaps that was the company and Johnny.
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Kate W.
6 years on Hipcamp
We lucked out. Our party of five were the only campers for the weekend at his Hip Camp location as the other four sites in the orchard were vacant. Maybe it was the high price that kept any other campers away because most of the surrounding sites, public and private, were booked. If the other nearby sites were occupied, I would say it wouldn't be worth the high price. The orchard site is remote and picturesque and mostly quiet, and in that matter you must love dogs. The pack of adorable, hungry and sociable Rat-Fox Terriers can be barky-noisy, and they will steal your food when you're not on guard.
We met one host, Casey, and he was friendly and helpful. One ranch hand was raking up apples as we arrived and he was friendly and helpful too. There are a lot of apples all over the grounds and they do attract yellow jackets, so beware. There are a number of tempting additional options to see and do here, but the additional fees on top of the already high price kind of helped us decide to venture elsewhere.
Stephen M.
4 reviews
Ariana's site was truly lovely. Camping in the Apple Orchard was magical. With no light pollution around we were able to see the Milky Way at night. There was a pop up stand where you could buy various ciders made from the apples in her orchard as well as other items from neighbors in the area (honey, jams, berries, etc.) If you have the time, it's worth signing up for the tour of the farm!
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Leslie H.
6 years on Hipcamp
The Apple Orchard was a beautiful, shaded summer refuge, ideal for family camping. There were several nearby groups camping with us in the orchard — which concerned me at first — but everyone was friendly, and respected curfew & noise guidelines.
We hit the site in full apple season, so we were charmed by the sounds of falling apples throughout the day. We took advantage of the on-site fruit stand with apple juice and cider. We spent the Labor Day holiday here and there were plenty of daytime activities nearby, including the Tamales Village Annual Founders Day Celebration, Doran beach, and the Wildflower bakery. The town of Valley Ford is also a nearby gem. We spent one day at the campsite — and the orchard provided plenty of shade to escape the hot summer sun. The site is grassy, which allowed the kids to run barefoot and kept them relatively clean.
We went on the farm tour, which I'd highly recommend. The larger property is beautiful and the hosts' garden is amazing. I think as this site continues to develop, it will be even better.
Leo H.
5 reviews
The location and the farm stand were fantastic but the campground was overpriced and not what was advertised. The campsite was packed with other groups within a close vicinity, (which meant we had no privacy and could hear the crying toddlers at night) and covered in rotting apples that attracted yellow jackets. One of the 6 dogs peed on one of our tents ,and all of them stole all the food they could get their paws on. We tried to ignore then until one of them JUMPED IN OUR CAR and grabbed a sausage we had in it. When we tried to ask them to bring her dogs in their house, they were rude to us and continued to let them out. On top of it all, you couldn’t walk down to the creek that was the main selling point, and you had to pay for the garden tours, farm tours, forest bathing, and more.
Isabella E.
6 years on Hipcamp
Ariana’s campsite was the perfect place for us to enjoy Labor Day weekend in Sonoma County. It’s a great location, close to the ocean, Pacific Coast State Park, the Russian River and local farms and wineries.
The site was very cute and well kept. Ariana and her husband greeted us with home grown fruit and farm fresh eggs. A local farmstand was available as was fire wood. Highly recommended!
Lisa S.
2 reviews
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· August 2019
Group trip ·
Quiet creekside apple orchard
What a gem this campground is! Ariana and Casey were such wonderful hosts. The site and the surrounding ranch was absolutely beautiful. As was the drive in. The sites are spacious, clean, and perfect for larger groups. We had fresh, spring water and flowers waiting for us too :) Highly recommend getting some firewood and taking the tour. We loved seeing the grounds, gardens, and four-llegged friends. The terriers that roam the property are welcome characters too. We are already thinking about the next time we can make it up there.
Jennifer H.
3 reviews
We were greeted by Ariana's husband and a pack of very small dogs. They gave us some farm fresh eggs and greens from their garden. It was very secluded and private. If that's what you're looking for I highly recommend! Loved the Creekside Apple Orchard & would stay again.
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Borys C.
6 years on Hipcamp
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· July 2019
Group trip ·
Quiet creekside apple orchard
A camping dream! Ariana and her husband provided us with an amazing experience. The location, scenery, and atmosphere were simply stunning! We camping surrounded by apple orchards with peaceful sheep paying us visits during our stay.
Ariana greeted us with fresh eggs from the farm chickens, freshly picked berries and herbs, and beautiful flowers. She was warm and welcoming.
The farm tour was a great addition to our stay. I highly recommend adding it to your trip. We saw their horses and gorgeous views and toured the gardens and stables. Our toddler even got to feed a baby goat a bottle. Unforgettable experience!
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Hillary B.
6 years on Hipcamp
This is a serene refuge to connect with nature and get grounded on land that is so well cared for. Ariana and her husband were thoughtful and accommodating when we needed something. We recommend the guided tour! It is fascinating to learn more about the farm and Ariana's work. We are headed back in just a few weeks.
Gabbriella Y.
2 reviews
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· July 2019
We loved staying in the orchard on this beautiful property! Our hosts were wonderful and made sure we had everything we could need, and spoiled us with fresh salad greens, herbs, and edible flowers picked right from their garden. Their dogs are great camping companions and we loved having their company during our stay. We loved touring the property and seeing the wide variance in it.
Shayna F.
163 reviews
Location
Bodega, Sonoma, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Ariana M.
Joined in June 2019Things to do nearby
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