Site 8.Photo 1 of 6 of Paradise Valley Homestead
this is the common grounds area available to all campers. it has a brazier, tables and chairs, a water spigot, and an outhouseCooking food at Site 3.

Paradise Valley Homestead

Hosted by Kathleen · Oak Ridge, New Jersey
12 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 33 acres
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Amazing views
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Always working on improvements! My second glamping site "The Medieval Encampment", is available for booking starting April 1st of 2025. I will have more pictures soon. In April of 2024, my long awaited 1st Glamping site was available for booking. It's been very popular! Please read the description carefully of the "Gypsy Rose Vardo", to see if it's the right fit for you. I also have 10 large camping sites available on our 33 acre property located in Northwest NJ. Sites 1 through 4 are on mowed, fairly level fields and are large enough for campers or RV's up to 30ft, or a couple of tents, and sites 5 and 6 are further back in the woods, available only for a few small tents, sites 7 through 10 are much further into the property and are only accessible with a high clearance AWD or 4WD SUV or you can park and hike your gear in. There are 3 compost toilet outhouses spread out through the property, so it's an easy walking distance from any site. Although we are only 2 1/2 miles from a main highway, the last 2 miles are on a dirt road with no houses. We are surrounded by protected land, so no neighbors and lots of wildlife, including the occasional bear, coyote or raccoon. Keep all food items secured. Because we are surrounded by protected land we are not sprayed for insects, so be safe and do tick checks often and bring the bug spray. We are 45 minutes from NYC or the Delaware Water Gap and an hour away from the NJ shore. There are horse farms nearby that offer trail rides. We are also close to the Highland and Appalachian Hiking trails. There are two reservoirs within a 20-minute drive for canoeing or kayaking. There are walking trails through our property, including a ten-minute hike on a marked trail to a small waterfall in a ravine.

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Tent-only sites

1 site

Site 9 SUV/Walk-in

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Tent site · Sleeps 6
Site 9 is past 8 and has 2 entrances so you can drive in a loop through the site. It's the only one of my deeper in sites that you can drive into. Tents only
4WD required
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers

RV/tent sites

9 sites

Site 3 - Paradise Valley Homestead

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 3 is mostly shade with a couple of ways to pull in and park. For tents campers or RV's. It's a large, layered site with nicely spaced trees for hammocks.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 6 tents only

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(199)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 6 is along a side trail but still accessible by a regular car. More secluded for tents or small campervans only. It has a tight turn into the entrance and there a rocks to navigate around.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 2 - Paradise Valley Homestead

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 2 is closer to the common ground area, the outhouse and the water source. Trees in the back of the site are perfect for hammocks. For tents campers or RV's
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 5 tents only

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(160)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 5 is only for tents, but it is quite large and shady. It's set back from the road, so it feels secluded, while being close to all the amenities. Plenty of trees for hammocks.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 10/SUV or Walk-in

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 10 is my most secluded site and is at the very back of my property. You can hear the waterfall from this site. it has upper and lower tent spots with a brazier in between them. You park below the site and walk up a steep slope
4WD required
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup

Site 4 - Paradise Valley Homestead

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 4 is tucked under the large shade tree and across from the common ground area. For tents campers or RV's. It goes back into a tree line. Great for hammocks.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

#7 SUV/walk-in

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 7 is further back in the woods with a long entrance from the main trail. You park above the site or drive down a small slope on the side of the site. Room for at least 3 tents. High clearance SUV is needed.
4WD required
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup

Site 1 - Paradise Valley Homestead

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 1 is in a large mowed field that's mostly level. You will need leveling blocks. For tents, campers or RV's. It is my largest and most open site. Great for solar panel use.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

#8 SUV/walk-in

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Site 8 is near site 7 and perfect for group camping. High clearance SUV is needed. You park below the site and walk up a small slope.. tents only
4WD required
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup

Lodging

2 sites

The Gypsy Rose Vardo

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Vardo · Sleeps 6 · 1 bed
The Gypsy Rose is a cozy homemade Gypsy wagon. It has a high full-size bed. The second person will have to climb over. There's a small sink and solar lights. it will only sleep 2 people and no pets are allowed inside the wagon. Outside is a paver stone patio, with a Gazebo, table and chairs, and a fire brazier with 4 chairs. there is plenty of room for a couple of tents for your guests. The compost toilet outhouse is just a short walk away, and you are still close to my 4 hiking trails and the pond.
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
No pets
No showers

The Medieval Encampment

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(30)
Canvas tent · Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · 1 bed
Sleep in a 12ft by 18ft, thatch roof and canvas sides pavilion tent with a queen size bed. Perfect for a couple who want a little more space. Their guests can stay in the 8ft by 12ft Viking house with canvas roof. There's plenty of space outside to gather around the fire brazier.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
No picnic table

Reviews

99%· 1.6K reviews

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  • Review summary

    Generated from real Hipcamper reviews

    Kathleen's campsite offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with plenty of space and natural beauty. Guests appreciate the well-maintained grounds, clean facilities, and helpful host. The site is surrounded by nature, featuring trails and a waterfall, providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. While the lack of electricity in summer might be a downside for some, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with guests frequently returning for the tranquility and hospitality.

  • Naomi A.

    Tent camped at Site 3 with pets, Oct 2026.

    Recommends

    We had such a lovely visit here, we stayed at campsite 3 for our puppies first camping trip and it was perfect. Can’t wait to stay here again!

  • Guillaume L.

    Tent camped at #7 SUV/walk-in with kids, Oct 2026.

    Recommends

    Absolutely loved the camp and the spot! We were looking for privacy and wanted to enjoy the Fall foliage colors - this is spot on! Host is very agreeable and welcomed us very nicely - after that, it was us, the trees, and the quiet.

  • John H.

    Camped at The Medieval Encampment, Oct 2026.

    Recommends

    Great Place! Great Host! Great Time!

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Amenities

  • Fire pitsFirepit, Communal
  • Composting toilets
  • No potable water
  • No showers
  • No picnic tables
  • No electricity hookup
  • No water hookup
  • No wifi
  • No laundry
  • No trash disposal
  • No cooking equipment
  • No hot tub
  • No playground

Things to know

  • 4WD required at some sitesPark at your site. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.
  • Pet-friendly at some sitesOn leash.
  • Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
  • Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
  • Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
  • Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites. Late check-out available at some sites.
  • Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 5 nights.

Location

Oak Ridge, Passaic, New Jersey, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Kathleen G.Joined May 2021100% response rateResponds within an hour

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