Does Windy Goat Acres have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Windy Goat Acres.

Is drinking water available at Windy Goat Acres?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at Windy Goat Acres.

Does Windy Goat Acres have showers?

Yes — showers are available at every site at Windy Goat Acres.

Does Windy Goat Acres have picnic tables?

Picnic tables are available at 1 of 5 sites at Windy Goat Acres.

Does Windy Goat Acres have cooking equipment?

Yes — cooking equipment is available at every site at Windy Goat Acres.

Does Windy Goat Acres have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at Windy Goat Acres.

How do you get to the sites at Windy Goat Acres?

2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites.

Are pets allowed at Windy Goat Acres?

Yes — Windy Goat Acres is pet-friendly. On leash.

Are campfires allowed at Windy Goat Acres?

Yes — campfires are allowed at Windy Goat Acres. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Windy Goat Acres?

Meet and greet with your host Jessica at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.

What is the cancellation policy at Windy Goat Acres?

Strict at some sites; Flexible at the others. Full refund 1 week before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Windy Goat Acres?

Check-in times vary by site (from 2pm). Check-out at 12pm.

How far in advance can you book at Windy Goat Acres?

Same-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Does Windy Goat Acres have laundry?

No — no laundry at Windy Goat Acres.

Does Windy Goat Acres have wifi?

No — no wifi at Windy Goat Acres.

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Windy Goat Acres

Hosted by Jessica · Chelsea, Iowa

5 sites · Lodging · 15 acres

99%

659 reviews

Best Hipcamps in Iowa

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2026.

Best glamping in the US

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2026.

Amazing views

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Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

We love animals, plants, art, and outdoor recreation and love sharing these things with people! We found the perfect little plot for all of these things we love. Nature, art, animals, and lots of space! The hilly, lush land is also known as the Bohemie Alps and it's quite a beautiful area tucked away in Iowa. Visit with the llamas, goats, peacocks, potbelly pigs and the horses and hike around the property or stay in for a quiet stay with a good book and enjoy all the sights and sounds. Lots of extra 'add ons' to enhance the experience, like a waffle bar kit, smore's package, hikes, and more! Semi wooded property with hiking trails, hammocks, aerial silks, campfire pit. 5 mi away is Otter Creek Lake, a recreational park for fishing, kayaking, swimming, etc. We have 2 kayaks available. So much to do! Also perfect to just relax, meditate, yoga, sleep...

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Lodging

5 sites

Yurt Glamping on the Goat Farm

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Yurt · Sleeps 6 · 4 beds

Located on a beautiful homestead in the 'Bohemie Alps.' Walk up the hill to our 24' yurt, set with beautiful views overlooking the farm and Iowa countryside. Furnished with 2 full/queen beds and extra cots, clean linens and towels. Set up with electricity and temperature control. A true glamping experience in the heartland. Visit with the llamas, goats, peacocks, potbelly pigs and the horses and hike around the property or stay in for a quiet stay with a good book and enjoy all the sights and sounds. Lots of extra 'add ons' to enhance the experience! We provide 2 queen beds. We provide linens. There is a small cooking area, but not a full kitchen. We supply a microwave, fridge, and some cooking equipment. You will have a hot plate and pots and pans, but will need to bring some cooking items, like extra utensils and seasonings.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Queen Armadillo's Yurt

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(163)

Yurt · Sleeps 6 · 1 bed · 1 toilet

Stay in a temperature controlled yurt at Windy Goat Acres! Nestled into the side of a hill in the Bohemie Alps. Hang out with llamas, horses, potbelly pigs, peacocks, and of course Goats! We offer experiences that will make some fun memories for sure :) We have a semi-wooded property with little hiking trails, hammocks, and whimsy. Explore, relax, or retreat.. We provide King bed with a queen bed bunked on top. We provide linens. There is a small cooking area, but not a full kitchen. We supply a microwave, fridge, and some cooking equipment. You will have a hot plate and pots and pans, but will need to bring some cooking items, like extra utensils and seasonings. Please note that the bathroom/outdoor shower is a short walking distance around the barn. There is a portable toilet a little closer, but still a little walk. A great excuse to go see the goats and llamas!

Hike-in access only

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Hobbit House on a Hill

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Earth house · Sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 2 toilets

Visit Iowa's own 'Middle Earth' in this super cozy Hobbit House! Settled in the hillside with privacy trees and a stellar view. Open the round hobbit door and feel a nice breeze as you wake up with the sunrise, or sit outside on the rock patio and relax, paint, or read. Far enough away, but close enough to still hear all the animals chattering. The hobbit house has all the same add-ons as the other units, so be sure to tack on some extra activities or goods to enhance the experience! Please note! You will have a short walk to a portable toilet, and a somewhat longer walk down the hill to the outdoor shower/bathroom. The Hobbit House comes with a queen bed as well as a bunk bed with a single on top. We provide linens. There is a small cooking area, but not a full kitchen. We supply a microwave, fridge, and some cooking equipment. You will have a hot plate and pots and pans, but will need to bring some cooking items, like extra utensils and seasonings.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Lady Morphia's Castle on the Hill

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Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bed · 1 toilet

On a bio-diverse 15 acres, you'll find Lady Morphia's Castle set highest up on the hill, keeping watch over the farm animals and the pretty Bohemie Alps. Sit by the fireplace or find a book off our big bookshelf in the winter, or sit out on the beautiful deck and set out an easel to paint the sunrise or the landscape in warmer months. Walk down and enjoy animal activities like llama hikes and goat socials, find the winding paths through a little nooks for reading, meditation, or taking in the many sounds and sights of nature. A true midwest hidden gem. We love our animals and we love plants and wildlife, and we enjoy sharing this little slice with people that love and respect the land and it's inhabitants, too. You'll find it noted that the bathroom is not yet connected to the cabin and that you will have to walk to the portable toilets or the guest bath/shower. We provide a queen bed as well as a pull out couch. We provide linens. There is a small cooking area, but not a full kitchen. We supply a microwave, fridge, and some cooking equipment. You will have a hot plate and pots and pans, but will need to bring some cooking items, like extra utensils and seasonings.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

No picnic table

Llama Llama Sunrise Chalet

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Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bed

'Sunrise Chalet' is a beautiful , bright cabin that overlooks the llamas and other farm animals. Watch them from queen bed (with full linens), from the outdoor tub on the deck, or sipping morning coffee. All the animals are entertaining enough to watch, you or your kids won't have to turn on the TV, but if you do it’s stocked with DVDs! This cabin also faces East, and is filled with big windows, so if you like to rise with the sun, this is the perfect spot for you. You are welcome to explore all 15 acres, complete with whimsical little nooks, a fort in the willows, and a forest trail! Visit with all the animals and be sure to get a "treat cup" for them. Enjoy the outdoor tub on the deck and toss in some summer flowers or enjoy an invigorating, energizing cold tub or warm it up for a soothing soak under the stars. Please note, the bathroom/shower is a small walk around the barn, there are also closer portable toilets for your convenience. This cabin has one queen bed and a pull out futon.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Reviews

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Review summary
Generated from real Hipcamper reviews
Windy Goat Acres offers a charming escape into nature, with many guests enjoying the opportunity to explore the outdoors and meet the friendly animals. Visitors consistently praise the hosts, Jess and Jim, for their welcoming nature and the thoughtful touches around the property. The yurt and other lodging options are comfortable and well-equipped, creating a restful environment for families and solo travelers alike. While some logistical issues like bathroom proximity and signage were mentioned, the overall experience is described as memorable and peaceful.
Stacey M.
Camped at Queen Armadillo's Yurt with kids, Oct 2026.
Recommends
Always a great time at Windy Goat Acres! We have been a few times and it is always fun. The kids love the animals and the freedom of running around from cool nook to trail to art piece. We love corn hole with the llamas and the outdoor movies!
Angel M.
Camped at Hobbit House on a Hill, Oct 2026.
Recommends
Fantastic getaway. Classic Iowa farm with a middle earth look and feel. Lodgings were great, services and conversations with the owners were outstanding, we got to learn about the farm itself, surrounding area as well as many things including the lineage of the goats, their names and personalities of the goats themselves as well as the many other animals at the farm. Had a lovely time at the Garden Bar with the owners and some of the other guests and a lovely time hiking the trails on the property, resting by the fire at our site listening to the animals and the other families on the property enjoy the space. Outdoor shower was awesome. My wife and I have travel a lot, and have camped in and under about every lodging and weather concern you can have and this place is great for an unwind, visit with nature and time with your family. Great job, will be back.
Becky P.
Camped at Hobbit House on a Hill, Oct 2026.
Recommends
My bf and I spent a night at the Hobbit House and had the best time. The fresh air, friendly people, sweet animals, and time away from the hustle & bustle was just what we needed. If I could suggest one thing it would be that figuring out where to go & where to park was a bit confusing. We ran into one of the owners & they pointed us in the right direction. I think some extra signs could be really helpful. But once you get an idea of the layout it’s not so difficult. We had so much fun and can’t wait to go back! We even had a sweet kitty visitor during our last hour enjoying the front yard :)

Amenities

Fire pitsPrivate fire pit at each site
Flush toilets
Potable waterSpigot, Tap, Pump or well, Bottled water or jugs
ShowersHot water, Cold water only
Picnic tablesAt some sites
Trash disposalTrash bin
Cooking equipmentPrivate, Stovetop or hot plate, Pizza oven, Fridge, Cookware, Cooking utensils, Dishware, Cutlery, Sink or other dishwashing station, Grill over firepit
No wifi
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

Walk-in access at some sites2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites.
Pet-friendlyOn leash.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processMeet and greet with your host Jessica at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.
Cancellation policyStrict at some sites; Flexible at the others. Full refund 1 week before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in times vary by site (from 2pm). Check-out at 12pm.
Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Extras

Firewood bundle$6.00 per itemStart your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.
Cup 'O Treats (for the animals) $7.00 per itemAt select sitesA cup filled with little treats for the horses, goats, llamas, chickens, pigs etc.... Make best friends the fast way!
Belgian Waffle Bar Kit$30.00 per itemWake up to fresh waffles for breakfast! We deliver a basket full of syrups, butter, fruits and all the toppings! Create a masterpiece. You recieve the waffle maker and the made from scratch waffle batter. Just pour it in the waffle maker for fresh, hot waffles. Indulge yourself with deliciousness. Batter provided makes up to 5 or 6 waffles.
Goat Social$30.00 per itemWe will invite you in with the goats to get an up close experience. Hang out, take selfies, and get all the goat love you need. :) Price is per group (up to 6 people)
Piggy popsicles$6.00 per item$6 get you two piggy popsicles to feed our potbelly pigs, Bentley and Rosco :)
One dozen farm fresh eggs$5.00 per itemFarm fresh eggs you can cook for breakfast or lunch or take home!
LLAMA Social$30.00 per itemAt select sitesGet an up close experience with the llamas! You and two of our llamas will be all together in a small enclosed area. Take all the selfies and tik toks, bring your guitar and sing to them, or just hang out and sit with them as long as you like. Price is per group (up to 6 people)
Llama hike$55.00 per itemAt select sitesScarlet and Penny, the 2 lovely llamas are available for hikes around the property. It is a guided hike, but you lead the llama! They're the funniest animals and makes for some fun photos.
Bunny Sits and Apple Bits$30.00 per itemSit in the grass with the friendly resident bunnies, Alice and Theresa, in a small enclosed outdoor pen (room for up to 4 humans comfortably) and treat them with a cup of complimentary apple bites. They will jump on your lap and do bunny things while you sit with them! So cute!
Fire Starters$10.00 per itemThis bag of fire starters are a great way to get your fire going strong! Great for the campfire or pizza oven. Bonus is that you are supporting the success of autistic entrepreneurs! Win win
Hot cocoa bar$25.00 per itemAt select sitesLet us set up a fun hot cocoa bar complete with whipped cream, sprinkles, candy, marshmallows, etc etc. It's great to have by the fire or a cozy night in the cabin.
Focaccia loaf$20.00 per itemAt select sitesChoose from Plain, or choose your ingredients (mushroom, black olive, tomato) . Must be pre-ordered and cannot guarantee a last minute order. Each one is dressed in rosemary, parsley & thyme with virgin olive oil and dusted lightly with Parmesan, Parmesan can be optional! Please leave a message with your requested ingredients.
Artist canvas and paint$25.00 per itemAt select sitesWe have an easel set up on the porch. Canvases and acrylic paint and brushes available on site. Make yourself a lil artist retreat. Pretty nice to wake up, and start the day with artistic expression.
Windy Goat Acres Tee$25.00 per itemSizes Small, Medium, Large, XLarge 2x available. Designed by Iowa based graphic designer. Goat on tee modeled after our Penelope goat.
Kayak$15.00 per item$15/hr. We have 2 kayaks available for the nearby lake. (Otter Creek Lake) a beautiful lake to watch the sunset, enjoy nature, and easy paddling.
Cornhole with the Llamas$45.00 per itemAt select sitesPlay cornhole with the llamas! No, they might not throw a bag, but they might cheer you on. Ok, probably not, they're more likely to be indifferent and judgy with our little human entertainments. But pure comedy all the same. One group for $45 with two llamas
Just a bar of goat milk soap!$6.00 per itemAt select sitesGoat milk soap is amazing for the skin. Enjoy this handmade goat milk soap from Three Does Dairy. Lavender, Rosemary, Cedarwood scent
Outdoor movie theater (with popcorn$100.00 per itemAt select sites(For warmer months only) We will set up a projector and outdoor big screeen for movie showings. Choose from our dvd selection or bring your own. Play movies all night long if ya want. We have outdoor seating but you are welcome to bring your comfiest chair/lounger. We also have a commercial popcorn machine with flavored salts and movie candy available if you're hungry.
Giant Bubble mix and wands$25.00 per nightCreate big memories with giant bubbles! Comes with specially made bubble mix and giant bubble wands!
A well-timed Sasquatch sighting$45.00 per itemCreate an unforgettable experience for an unknowing spouse, friend, or the kids! You are essentially hiring a Sasquatch actor at an agreed upon time. Surprise and delight your party when they see a sasquatch in the woods, walking in the distance or by the window! One of a kind experience everyone will keep talking about every year.
Polaroid camera$30.00 per itemRent out camera and keep the pics! There are a lot of photo opps here on the goat farm, so make it unique with some classic photos. You get a pack of film
On-site Mini Photoshoot$125.00 per itemDuring your stay, get a mini photoshoot! Can be anything! Dress up like a hobbit, have the llamas with you, get a nice family pic, candid shots of you walking around the farm. Solo, couples, pets, family... get creative with it, or just smile at the camera for some great pics to share! Photoshoot can last for up to an hour. Receive at least 10 digital images
Vintage typewriter $20.00 per itemAt select sitesWrite love letters, poetry, or musings with a vintage typewriter
Lino Print Tee/clothes$20.00 per itemBring a shirt, and leave with a lino printed tee! Get a goat print on it for an additional $15! Made by your host, Jess. One of a kind art to freshen up an old (or new) shirt!
Meditation Singing Bowl$12.00 per itemAt select sitesRent a singing bowl, handmade in Nepal. Key of A, heart chakra. Wonderful for sunrise meditations or grounding yourself.