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Harris Family Farm and Forest
1. Harris Family Farm and Forest
94%
(564)
Pollock Pines, CA · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of our cherished historic family farm, spanning 160 years and 7 generations. Nestled in the serene surroundings of an Apple Hill™ Grower farm, our property offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Choose to camp amidst the lush woods or in our enchanting apple orchard.
Spend your days engaging in farm activities, exploring scenic hiking trails, or simply unwinding in this idyllic setting. During the harvest season, delight in the experience of hand-picking a variety of fruits and vegetables at their peak of ripeness. Participate in our popular jam making classes held in August, and September for $55 per person, or indulge in a delightful High Tea in the Orchard, hosted on Mother’s Day weekend and June spring afternoons for $45 per person. Be sure to secure your spot early for these sought-after activities, as they tend to fill up rapidly.
Our farm is conveniently located near picturesque mountain lakes and charming historic towns, offering ample opportunities for further exploration and discovery. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to our farm, where you can enjoy invigorating woodland hikes, lend a hand with farm chores, and partake in our weekend bonfire gatherings featuring s'mores and delectable treats from our pie shop. Don't miss the chance to harvest blackberries, apples, and pumpkins during their respective seasons, adding a touch of seasonal magic to your visit.
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Peaceful Prairie Campsites
2. Peaceful Prairie Campsites
96%
(406)
NE · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
# Peaceful Prairie Campsites
Visit us and discover why Hipcamp has named Peaceful Prairie Campsites the **best Hipcamp to visit in Nebraska for the past three years.** Bordering the south side of Scotts Bluff National Monument, with private foot access into the park, we're less than two miles from Highway 71—making us **easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave**, according to hundreds of guests who have shared their positive recommendations.
Peaceful Prairie Campsites encompasses **200+ acres of beautiful prairie pasture bordering Scotts Bluff National Monument.** Under the care of fourth-generation steward Lisa Betz-Marquez, the dramatic bluffs create a stunning backdrop for those seeking a private and peaceful experience, birding and wildlife watching, or an adventure-seeking hike.
### A Great Home Base for Exploring Western Nebraska
Our location also makes Peaceful Prairie a wonderful home base for exploring some of western Nebraska's most iconic landscapes and Oregon Trail history. In fact, you don't have to drive anywhere to experience our biggest attraction: **our prairie shares a boundary with Scotts Bluff National Monument**, and guests enjoy private foot access from our property into the south side of the Monument for hiking and exploring. The Monument's visitor center and historic Summit Road are only about 3 miles away by road. **Legacy of the Plains Museum is about 3 miles away, Wildcat Hills Nature Center about 11 miles, and iconic Chimney Rock just over 20 miles away.** Spend the day exploring, then come home to the prairie for sunset, wildlife, wide-open skies, and spectacular stargazing.
### Camping on the Prairie
Our rustic prairie sites—welcoming tents, cars, vans, rooftop tents, truck campers, and motorcycles—are located directly on the prairie. RVs and pull-behind trailers are not permitted on the prairie sites.
The prairie is a fragile environment, and protecting it is important to us. To preserve its beauty and health, trailers and RVs must book one of our designated RV sites. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us care for this special landscape.
Our **RV sites offer 50-amp electricity** and a rustic camping experience on crushed concrete near our corral, with foot access to the prairie just steps away.
All sites share access to delicious potable water from our underground well, a clean porta potty, and our funky outdoor camp shower with unheated water. Guests also enjoy private foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge on the south side of Scotts Bluff National Monument.
A small group of yearling cattle calls the prairie home during portions of the summer and may share the prairie camping area with guests, particularly during May and June.
Prairie guests have relished the feeling of having the place to themselves—to experience the majesty of the landscape, the magic of our star-filled night skies, and a soulful communion with the land.
### A Landscape With a Story
Lisa is the **fourth generation of her family to live on Valley View Farm**, located directly south of the prairie. Her family has stewarded these lands since 1925, but her family's roots in the valley reach even further back.
Lisa descends from one of the area's pioneer families. Her ancestor, **Martin Gering, arrived in the valley in 1887** and became an early investor in the fledgling town that would eventually bear his name: Gering, Nebraska.
If you're a history buff, ask Lisa to tell you more. There's a lot of history beneath these wide-open skies.
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NC River Ranch – I-80 RV & River Camping
3. NC River Ranch – I-80 RV & River Camping
100%
(22)
Maxwell, NE · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to NC River Ranch — your quiet getaway just off I-80 in central Nebraska!
Horse boarding available !!
📍 Located only about 3 miles off I-80
📍 14 miles to North Platte
📍 22 miles to Gothenburg
📍 Close to Fort McPherson National Cemetery and great local dining options
Come enjoy our little slice of heaven and relax in the great outdoors. Explore 45 acres of beautiful nature filled with wildlife, river access, trails, trees, and peaceful scenery. Enjoy watching Highland cattle, horses, and other wildlife while soaking in the quiet country atmosphere.
We offer:
* RV rental options
* Tent camping
* RV camping near the river or tucked into the trees
* Spacious, secluded campsites
* Pet-friendly stays
* Vehicle access to camping areas
Enjoy the shallow river, sandy areas, walking trails, wildlife, and wide-open skies. Spend your evenings around a campfire under the stars with no traffic, no crowds, and no nearby houses — just the peaceful sounds of nature.
A washer and dryer room is available about a 10-minute walk from the camping area. We also have many horses and cattle on the property. Guests are welcome to pet animals when the host is present.
Come explore, adventure, and experience ranch life at NC River Ranch! 🌾🔥🐴
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King Madrone
4. King Madrone
94%
(40)
Placerville, CA · 3 sites
Learn more about this land:
Tent sites are next to the pear orchard. Choose any site. There is no need to meet with the host when you arrive. Follow the red arrows. Do not proceed the home located at 1071 Fruitridge. Look for the Hipcamp sign and red arrow markers and turn left into the orchard lane. Check in is 4pm. You need to check in by 7pm during the summer. Or pay the Flex fee.
Use google maps and locate 1071 Fruitridge Rd in Placerville, CA.
When you get to 1071, which is a house on the right side of the paved driveway, look for our Hipcamp sign in red, turn hard right into the orchard and follow the red arrows past a wood barn, and up to a small red shed. At this point you may camp in the meadow next to the shed or you may proceed to the next meadow over to the left (follow red arrows and look for umbrellas). We normally only have one site occupied per evening. Ocaisonally two sites will be occupied. The sites are very private and quiet as this is a large, private ranch.
You can park close to your tent site. 2WD / 4WD access weather permitting.
We offer 3 sites in a large meadow area. Max of 4 persons per site.
RV's welcome but we do not have hookups. RV's will be parked next to our barns surrounded by pear orchards.
Fresh drinking water is available in the tent meadow area.
Hot showers are now available at $10 extra per nite per site (two people).
Late check in after 6pm, $10 flex fee.
A gas BBQ is now available at a common area. Please don't move the BBQ.
Deer, wild turkeys, geese aplenty. Ample walking opportunities on our ranch and wild forestlands and amazing granite rock outcrops. Visit the South Fork of the American River (you can raft in summer!) Hunt for old gold mines on our place and, maybe, find some new ones! Go wine tasting very close by (Lava Cap, Madrone, Boeger) and visit Sutter's Mill in Coloma, where gold was discovered back in 1848.
If you arrive late check in at night, scope out the area with a flashlight first and know how you will drive down thru the orchard to the campsite area in the meadow. People have gotten stuck at night turning the wrong way, especially in the wet season. Follow the red arrows to the campsite area. Stay on the pavement until you know where you are driving!
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Camp Nauvoo
5. Camp Nauvoo
98%
(1279)
Placerville, CA · 21 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We are a small privately owned campground ( on the outskirts of Placerville. The property features 86.5 secluded Tahoe like acres with beautiful year-round Weber Creek. The camp sites are placed along the creek or the bluff overlooking the creek. We have traditional dirt camping, canvas tents on platforms, teepees and glamping tents for those that want the comforts of home. We are tent camping only with only one site that allows a small travel trailer or van. (#14) . We are dog friendly and allow dogs in all but 5 glamping sites. We do enforce camp rules especially our quiet time between 10 PM and 7 AM
We’ve been told that we have a “family camp” vibe. We are a great place for families wanting a safe environment for their kids but also several group sites for those that want to hang out together with multiple families. We are also a great base site for those wilderness enthusiasts with access to all the El Dorado National Forest including Desolation but want a hot shower at the end of the day.
We have a lodge that is stocked with games and a ping pong table. The lodge has a microwave, Keurig machine and a hot water kettle for those hot drinks (BYO Cups).We have several tables set up for those that want to eat inside as well as multiple picnic tables along the side of the lodge with overhead protection. We have electricity at the at the lodge for small appliances and charging phones. We have a compressor on site to blow up your air mattresses or float toys. We’ve been told that our bathrooms are the “cleanest” ever and have changing tables and diaper pails. We offer nice flushing toilets and hot showers! We have many extra amenities including a compressor to use for your air mattresses,
For outdoor activities we have basketball, volleyball, pickleball and cornhole not to mention the playground with swing set . We have hiking trails throughout the property. Our highlight is a camp fire bowl with bench seating with a stage to display camper talent which is perfect for the evening fire and roasting s’mores (bring the fixings).
The creek starts out in spring looking like a rushing river featuring many fishing and swimming holes. As the summer progresses the water level falls but is still great for water play and fishing.
We have propane BBQs (we provide the propane for BBQs) located throughout the property. We also have a propane grill and charcoal BBQ located in the common area for all to use. There is a dutch oven pit also in the fire bowl area.
We do not allow wood fires at the individual sites but each site has a propane firepit for ambiance (not cooking) that requires you to purchase a 20 lb. propane cannister on site (add in extras) or pay cash on site.
No internet service. There is limited internet only available for purchases at the setore.
We require a 3 night minimum for the major holidays - Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. We do exclusive events so you may need to explore multiple weekends to find the right reservation.
We are located in the foothills so we are a short hop to many local attractions that include river rafting, gold mines, wineries and historical towns with great eating establishments. Tahoe is less than an hour away and there a many hiking trails within 20-30 minutes.
We have a limited number of items to rent i.e, tents, cots, camp stoves, etc. We rent a battery pack for those that use a cpap. We also have a small store on site for those items you forgot and a good selection of ice cream and ice. We take venmo or cash.
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Hidden Pearl Pasture
6. Hidden Pearl Pasture
94%
(9)
Placerville, CA · 1 site
4 MINUTE DRIVE TO DOWNTOWN PLACERVILLE! And a 5 min walk to the bike path that leads to downtown. The French Pasture is a beautiful campsite surrounded by an oak, plum and apricot tree. There is a small 1 minute hike through the land from the parking spot to the campsite. The camp has a wooden picnic table with a canopy. The photo shows a two person tent but the site can fit a 10x10 foot tent.
A few things to consider:
1. We do have a fire pit, but the area for the fire is not leveled yet (as the camp and table section is). Coming soon!
2. There is a portable shower and portable toilet option. Hot water is not available. (See photos).
3. The freeway can be heard from the campsite.
The positives:
1. Downtown Placerville is only a 3 -5 minute drive. There is also a bike trail walking distance from the campsite to downtown that is an approximate 15 minute walk.
3. Morning coffee will be provided by hosts. We have a Golden Doodle Dog that may greet you at your campsite. Enjoy your stay at the French Pasture Campsite!
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Tiny Shiny Escape, River Runs Thru!
7. Tiny Shiny Escape, River Runs Thru!
90%
(39)
Salt Lake City, UT · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable Airstream Basecamp escape with a river-front parking spot, clean air, bright stars access to trials out the back door!
Just 20 min from Salt Lake City Center in one of Salt Lake City’s most desirable zip codes!
Trailer has hot water, stove top, mini fridge/freezer, heated, AC.
Cute outdoor area off my front street but not many cars up here!
Access to my grill down by the magical fairyland mini water fall.
Take your love up here and connect (even if that means yourself) ❤️
Fill you water bottle at the natural spring down the road!
Multiple hiking trails trailheads are walking distance! Wild Turkey are abundant!
Moose, Deer, Coyotes! Come reconnect to nature 🍄 : )
Meet me if you want but i can also keep to myself!
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Gold Ridge Forest
8. Gold Ridge Forest
95%
(65)
Pollock Pines, CA · 1 site · Tent, RV
Private campground with five different levels, private hike to the the lake
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Camp Westy Wine Country
9. Camp Westy Wine Country
88%
(24)
American Canyon, CA · 2 sites
Take in the sunny weather and open space while surrounded by other RVs on the property, where you’re welcome to wander, explore, and say hello to the animals. The ranch offers a relaxing setting that’s close to many attractions, but still feels like an oasis in the heart of California.
The ranch is just a 7-minute drive from Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, offering a fun theme park day. You’re also only 20 minutes away from downtown Napa, home to world-class wineries and incredible food. If you’re craving some Bay Area adventure, the Vallejo Ferry Building is a 12-minute drive away, where you can catch the ferry directly into San Francisco.
Nature lovers will enjoy nearby hiking spots like Newell Open Space, Wetlands Edge Park ( both just an 8-minute drive away), and Lynch Canyon Open Space, all offering cool views and plenty of trails to explore.
While this may not be a traditional hotel stay, it’s a true California camping experience – comfortable, practical, and fun. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, our VW Vanagons provide everything you need for an unforgettable adventure.
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Echo Island
10. Echo Island
87%
(69)
Coalville, UT · 23 sites · Tents, Lodging
Echo Island features RV sites, NEW Glamping tents, and cabins. Resort amenities include WiFi hot spots, modern restrooms, swimming pools, and hot tubs. Also on site are volleyball, and basketball courts. From sunny days to snow days, every season is a stunner at Echo Island. On the banks of the Weber River and located so close to Echo and Rockport Reservoirs, within an hour of Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo. Want a sophisticated night or day out? Drive just 30 minutes to Park City. Bring the kids and swim, or head out for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, boating, and horseback riding in the Wasatch Back. We are a pet friendly campground.
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Springwild
11. Springwild
100%
(3)
Taos, NM · 1 site
Welcome to Springwild! This amazing Taos gem sits along the Rio Fernando River, less than 10 minutes from the Plaza.
Wake up to the sun rising over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, with views of New Mexico’s highest peak. Birdsong abounds, and coyotes trot along the willow’s edge.
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Vineyard Camping with Dome Access
12. Vineyard Camping with Dome Access
90%
(59)
Hopland, CA · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our peaceful, organically farmed vineyard, Duncan Peak Vineyards, conveniently located just off Highway 101 for easy access, yet surrounded by nature’s quiet charm.
Use of Dome: We have a dome located next to the pond, with a table, chairs, air mattress, and couch inside. You’re welcome to use it during your stay. The dome is shared by all campers on the property and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please clean up after yourself and make sure the curtains and zip door are fully closed when you leave.
Our vineyard is entirely free of herbicides and chemical pesticides, so you can relax knowing you're camping in a clean, eco-friendly environment. You'll be staying on a working vineyard where a few full-time residents (both human and animal!) live on site.
Pets are welcome! We have a few friendly resident dogs who roam freely during the day. They may bark when unfamiliar vehicles arrive, but they’re good with both people and other animals. Once they’ve had a chance to get familiar, they settle down quickly and usually go about their day. For everyone’s comfort, they’re brought indoors at night.
Potable water is available on site for your convenience. We kindly ask that all guests remain fully self-contained throughout their stay, meaning you’ll need to use your own toilet and shower facilities. If needed, restrooms are also available at a nearby gas station.
Just a few recommendations for your stay: since you’ll be spending time outdoors in the vineyard, we recommend wearing long pants and closed-toe shoes. It’s also a good idea to use tick and mosquito repellent, sunscreen, and a hat, especially during the warmer parts of the day. Please be mindful of uneven ground, gopher holes, poison oak in undeveloped areas, and wildlife such as deer, snakes, and other animals that are common in rural environments.
Looking forward to hosting you, feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
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Teton Painted Tipi
13. Teton Painted Tipi
100%
(19)
Wilson, WY · 1 site
This is a 16 foot traditional style tipi, facing east. It has two sleeping cots with inflatable pads, and a wood burning Solo fire container. (Yes I supply the firewood.) The National Park is 20 minutes away, the Town of Jackson is about 8 miles away, Teton Pass is just up the road. Right now (in the Fall) the Elk are bugling in the field right across from us. Jackson Hole is a place that many people prize for its adventure, wildlife, scenery, and friendly tipi owners. Hope to see you here.
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High Heaven
14. High Heaven
98%
(82)
Evanston, WY · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Big Sky Country, where the views seem to go on forever and the sunrises and sunsets put on a show every day.
My 35-acre property sits at approximately 7,500 feet elevation with sweeping 360-degree views for miles, including the snow-capped Uinta Mountains in the distance. There are no close neighbors—unless you count the occasional cattle or sheep wandering through, since this is open-range country.
By day, you’ll find wide-open sage seas, junipers, red cliffs, distant mountains, and plenty of that untamed Wyoming landscape. You may hear coyotes howling after sunset, and every now and then the faint whistle or rumble of a distant train carries across the open country—a wonderfully Western soundtrack to the landscape.
And when night falls, the real show begins.
With virtually no nearby light pollution, the dark night skies here can be spectacular. On clear nights, the Milky Way stretches across the sky, surrounded by more stars than you’ll ever see from town. Bring a chair, a blanket, or just lie back and enjoy one of the best features of being this far from civilization.
This is the Wild West at its best—quiet, rugged, spacious, and wonderfully uncrowded. Pull in your RV, pitch a tent, and enjoy having a little piece of Wyoming all to yourself. If you enjoy rock hounding and fossil hunting too, look underfoot and head toward the cliff edges for shell fossils.
There’s also plenty to explore nearby. The historic Piedmont ghost town and charcoal kilns are 10 minutes away. The majestic Uinta Mountains are roughly 45 minutes southeast via the beautiful Mirror Lake Scenic Byway (WY-150).
In Evanston, visit Bear River State Park to see the local bison herd—including its famous white bison—then explore the Historic Depot Area and the Union Pacific Roundhouse and Railyards. Downtown Main Street feels like a step back in time and is also home to the local brewery, Suds.
A little farther east along I-80 is historic Fort Bridger, another great stop for anyone interested in the history of the Old West.
Fishing is available at nearby Sulphur Creek reservoir and along the Bear River.
Come for the wide-open spaces, stay for the sunsets—and wait until you see the Milky Way.
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Delta Meadows River Camp
15. Delta Meadows River Camp
93%
(15)
Walnut Grove, CA · 5 sites
Delta Meadows River Camp is Nestled between Sacramento River and the Delta Meadows in the historical District of Locke (Est.1915) in Walnut Grove, Ca.
Campsites are located in open flats surrounded by Beautiful old oak trees. We are backed up to the states 490 acre Delta Meadows River Park with many flat trails covered with shade trees this peaceful and serene park is a hidden treasure of the delta.. The park is open for walking along the levees, and fishing in the adjacent sloughs. Perfect place for paddle boards, kayaks and mountain bikes. This natural environment that has remained mostly undisturbed by human activity, allowing the ecosystems to thrive in its original state.
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#Paddleboardingbayarea
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#deltameadowsrivercamp
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Pinecone
16. Pinecone
Pollock Pines, CA · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to a peaceful retreat where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of nature. Whether you're looking for a quiet overnight stop or a peaceful nature getaway, you'll find plenty of space.
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Haven On The Comstock
17. Haven On The Comstock
95%
(10)
Silver City, NV · 1 site · Tent, RV
This gem of a spot is in the heart of the Comstock and perfectly placed at less than 5 miles from Virginia City and 45 minutes to Lake Tahoe.
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Better Food Farm
18. Better Food Farm
100%
(8)
Huntsville, UT · 4 sites
Escape to the Farm – Scenic RV Sites in Ogden Valley
Park your RV on our working farm and wake up to breathtaking mountain views! Nestled near our lush greenhouses, our spacious sites offer a unique farmstay experience where you can reconnect with nature. Wander through hay field, walk along a peaceful canal, meet our friendly Scottish Highland cattle, and enjoy the peaceful rhythms of rural life. Whether you're looking to relax under starry skies or explore the beauty of Ogden Valley, our farm is the perfect home base for your adventure.
Book your stay and experience farm life up close!
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Sacramento Village RV Park
19. Sacramento Village RV Park
Sacramento, CA · 2 sites
Welcome to Sacramento Village Campground – a peaceful, all-ages RV and mobile home community offering comfort, convenience, and a prime Sacramento location.
Enjoy full hook-up sites and practical amenities designed for easy living.
Community Features & Utilities
• Full RV hook-ups available
• 30- and 50-amp electrical service
• Natural gas, water, and sewer connections
• On-site laundry facilities
Safe, Professionally Managed Community
• On-site management team
• 24/7 video surveillance
• Secure, fenced corner property at Beaumont and Eleanor Streets
Convenient Sacramento Location
Ideally situated near the heart of Sacramento, with quick access to business centers, shopping, dining, and entertainment:
• Business 80 corridor – 6 minutes
• Northern Bike Trail – two blocks away
• Downtown Sacramento and the State Capitol – 13 minutes
• South Natomas Business District – 9 minutes
• Del Paso Boulevard shopping and dining – 2 minutes
• Cash & Carry, La Victoria Market, Shift Coffee, and other local businesses along • Del Paso Boulevard
• Costco – 7 minutes
• Arden Fair Mall – 7 minutes
• Target – 10 minutes
• Discovery Park, Memorial Auditorium, and other entertainment venues nearby
• Capitol Mall and Heart Health Park nearby
• Sutter, Kaiser, and Mercy General hospitals – 13 minutes
Whether you're staying for a short visit or looking for a longer-term community, Sacramento Village RV Park offers a quiet setting with easy access to everything Sacramento has to offer.
Make a stop and enjoy Sacramento on your way to Lake Tahoe, Reno, or Yosemite!
Heading to the Bay Area? Sacramento Village RV Park is the perfect place to rest and recharge along the way.
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Tiny Cowboy Cabin
20. Tiny Cowboy Cabin
100%
(2)
Albany, CA · 1 site
If the idea of staying in an adorable (and tiny) "off-the-grid" cabin (no electricity) located close to everything the Bay Area has to offer appeals to your sense of adventure, this is the place for you. Located just behind the main house where you'll have 24-hour access to the bathroom and kitchen for making coffee or tea. Battery lantern and tiny generator for charging your stuff. Simple.
PLEASE READ THROUGH THE LISTING to learn more about the cabin, location, transportation, and local amenities.
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