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🧗‍♀️Near the Gunks

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· New Paltz, Ulster, New York

2 acres hosted by Jasen D.

1 tent site

Acres of meadow and woodland surround you on this 250 year old colonial farmstead. Deer, owls, & wild turkeys may keep you company. Feels private despite neighbors & a road nearby. You will be the only group in the camp site! You will not share your solitude with anyone else.'Backyard' camping in a sunny open field, where meadow meets woods. Ideal for budget travelers who need a home base to sleep at while they spend most of their time exploring the surrounding area. You will be the only people staying at the site, with over an acre to yourself. Owls may keep you company. Deer may graze in the blackberry patch nearby. Look for hawks, woodpeckers, foxes, and groundhogs. During summer twilight enjoy watching fireflies. In late summer let crickets and katydids serenade you to sleep. Stroll to a 24 hour farm stand for fresh eggs, dairy, veggies, and meat. Proximity to the rail trail, so bring your bikes. Walk to the Wallkill river for fishing (following regulations). A short drive from locations to deploy your Kayak into the river or creeks. Great if you're a climber, very close to the Gunks! Minutes from bars and restaurants in New Paltz. Jumping-off point for Minnewaska State Park, Awosting Falls, Mohonk Mountain House, the quiet hamlets of Ulster County, the Catskill Mountains, Hyde Park, Poughkeepsie, Kingston, and the Mid-Hudson Valley. This historic farming property was established in 1768 by a captain in the Ulster County militia, and his family, just before the Revolutionary war. NOTE 1 - A neighboring house is in view, and there are another 2 houses partially obscured by trees. The road is about 100 feet away, and gets modest traffic. 2 - Wear proper footwear, POISON IVY likes to poke up along the path to, and around the site during warm months. We mow these areas to minimize their presence. Our goal is to respect it, not eradicate, as it's a native plant important to the local ecosystem. 3 - Guests invited after booking must be announced to host, and additional fee will be charged per person, per night.

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28 ratings · 19 reviews

Jeff C.recommends

August 2, 2021

🦉Grassy Meadow. All to Yourself.

Great for novice campers!

I thought it was a great site, especially if you’re not an experienced camper and just want a nice secluded spot yet not sure if you want to be too untethered from conveniences. There was a great fire pit with a pile of kindling nearby and some nice stumps you could use as seats or to lay out gear and utensils so you don’t lose them in the grass. Also, lots of blackberry bushes toward the middle of the field, which were a nice bonus to grab a refreshing snack at any time. The conveniences of New Paltz are just minutes away so whenever you want a break from the camping, it’s there. There’s a small tented outhouse with a seated compost bucket. The tent is very small so it could be claustrophobic, but it’s there, so better than nothing. If you’re looking for a low key and chill camping experience, this is a great choice.

Josh P.recommends

May 22, 2021

🦉Grassy Meadow. All to Yourself.

Host was great, space was nice and private. Great place for a get away!

Ryan K.recommends

October 27, 2020

🗿Stone Ruins @ New Paltz

Great Spot in New Paltz

Jasen was a great host! Prompt responses and very friendly, and the firewood he provided burned great. The site was very well laid out and quite private and perfectly located for either going into town or heading up to the mountains. A great spot for climbers or hikers. Will definitely come again!

Christopher C.recommends

October 25, 2020

🦉Grassy Meadow. All to Yourself.

Perfect! Really enjoyed my stay here, lots of deer!

Joe S.recommends

October 19, 2020

🗿Stone Ruins @ New Paltz

Jasen was great. When we first got there he told us about a bunch of things that we could do nearby, and he supplied us with plenty of firewood. The site was really comfortable, and convenient in terms of setting up, and breaking down.

Michael B.recommends

October 17, 2020

🦉Grassy Meadow. All to Yourself.

Great for climbing

Great spot, nicely kept. Very close to the Gunks so ideal for climbing. Firewood for sale is tough to find but the gas station nearby had some available.

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New Paltz, Ulster, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Mohican, Munsee Lenape, and Schaghticoke First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Jasen D.Joined in September 2019

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