Best Camping in and near Southwold Earthworks National Historic Site

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The Hedgehog

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Aylmer, ON

The perfect secluded countryside getaway for solos, couple or friends. Everything you'll need and nothing you don't including mattress, fireplace, beautiful view, TV, outhouse and the great outdoors. Get in touch with nature and wildlife as you wander through trails and 40 acre forested area. Sleeping loft accessible by ladder comfortably sleeps 2 (double bed futton pillow). Enjoy watching the starts at night by the fire and visits from the abundant wildlife. Dog friendly! The space Come to the Hedgehog to completely relax and disconnect (seriously you will because there is no cell service!). You can drive up to the Bunkie all year round unless your vehicle has especially low clearance. The road/path out to the bunkie started as a well-made tractor path that has held up well over the years but has some rocks and bumps. Once through the gate it’s only a 1-minute drive to where you will park. This road may be a bit muddy! If you are looking for a Winter Bunkie getaway, we would be happy to host you; please note the following: - If there has been a lot of snow the private road from the street to the Bunkie is not plowed. Depending on the type of vehicle you are driving, you may have to park at the gate entrance and walk in (4-5min walk) to get to the Bunkie. - There is a wood fireplace in the Bunkie for sleeping, it will keep you very toasty. - There is lots of free wood available for an outside fire. We have a small grill available for cooking, bring your own coal. - Bring your own extra blankets and sleeping bags. - NOTE: There are 2 other bunkies in the area and camping spots in the summer; you will have lots of privacy but be aware you may not be alone across the full 40 acres! DETAILS: Sleeping loft accessible by ladder comfortably sleeps 2. We provide a futton pillow/mattress, pillows and some blankets but you can bring your own sleeping bags. You'll have an outdoor fire pit, grill (we have lots of wood but you can bring your own charcoal for cooking). Enjoy watching the starts at night by the fire and visits from the abundant wildlife. There is porta potty outhouse that is cleaned, bright and easy to access. There are hanging solar lights that can be turned on as needed. By the spring/summer we will have an outdoor shower facilities and another washroom! In the spring there will also be well water in the bunkie for cooking/cleaning. Do not drink from tap unless you bring your own filtration system. The bunkie has solar lighting for the evenings. If you don’t want to find your own firewood in the forest you can pick it up from locals on your way in for $5/bundle (see stands at the end of driveways). It is a big chunk of land but you can't really get 'lost' on it for any significant period of time. We are bounded by roads so eventually you will find your way. But, if you aren't experienced in the woods you may want to keep your wandering short, to start, as you get familiar with the land. Dog friendly!! We provide: • Bed mattress, pillows and blankets • TV (plug in your phone to watch downloads) • Keurig Coffee Maker • Toilet Paper • BBQ Grill • BBQ Utensils • First Aid kit What to bring: • Drinking water • Keurig Coffee Pods • Coal (for grilling) • Extra blankets • Dishes, cups, utensils • Food + anything required to prepare/eat your meals • Ice • Bug spray, sunscreen, etc • Garbage bags Guest access • You will have access to the entire bunkie and fire pit location with the surrounding outdoor space and parking. You are free to enjoy the trails but ask that you refrain from entering the farm fields or barns nearby. • There is approximately 40 acres of forest. There are a couple other bunkies around but they are spread apart and you will have total have privacy! • 15 minutes from Port Dover or Simcoe – it’s the perfect retreat for a quick getaway. Other things to note: THERE IS NO DRINKING WATER THERE IS NO WIFI ACCESS VERY LIMITED/NO CELL SERVICE THERE IS A PORTA POTTY OUTHOUSE THERE IS A GENERATOR AVAILABLE FOR USE IMPORTANT: We are committed to protecting our properties and keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations, which is why you will be asked to complete our independent verification. Please note: Before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your booking. You will be contacted via email and/or text to complete the verification. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking.

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