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Folk School Farm Stay
1. Folk School Farm Stay
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45mi from Wapello · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Come enjoy the natural beauty of a working farm! In our transition to agroforestry, wetland restoration and perennial ag, you'll find some great spaces to walk your dog, let your children run and learn about land conservation. The farm is also home to a flower cutting garden, a food forest garden, and a folk school. Guests are welcome to cut flowers for a donation, and enjoy the sheep, chickens and resident cat. The setting is also great for taking in sunrises, sunsets and star gazing.
Come explore the landscape, book a farm tour or enjoy some studio space at Land Alliance Folk School.
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Cottage on the Bay
2. Cottage on the Bay
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(3)
9.6mi from Wapello · 1 site
This Sears kit home was originally built in 1941 and has been remodeled to give it a more cabin like feel. It sits on 1.38 acres of land with mature trees and direct access to Boston Bay which connects to the Mississippi River. Enjoy the view from the new deck or take your boat or jet ski down the road to one of 3 public boat launches. This area is known for boating, fishing, hunting, camping and snowmobiling.
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Lucky Star Farm
3. Lucky Star Farm
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(8)
39mi from Wapello · 1 site
Located on a 20-acre stretch of land between Iowa City and Kalona, Lucky Star Farm is a working farm raising dairy goats, llamas, chickens, turkeys & ducks. We are dedicated to sharing local food, education and lodging with the community. Come visit our diverse, sustainable and entertaining farm!
The farm is full of outdoor opportunities. Guests can stroll over to the pond and swim, explore, or relax on the sandy beach and dock. Guests are also welcome to fish (catch and release) or use the stand-up paddleboard (lifejackets provided). There is a fire pit, complimentary firewood, and roasting sticks for your use. At the barn you can visit the goats and see their kids playing in the spring. There is a half mile trail around the property that takes you past the restored prairie and llama pasture. Guests can see what's growing in the edible forest and circle through the mandala garden. Visit the chicken coop and see how farm fresh eggs are made!
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Lake Darling State Park
4. Lake Darling State Park
State park 37mi from Wapello · 85 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Darling State Park.
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1951 Dream
5. 1951 Dream
79%
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45mi from Wapello · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This is an 82 acre property of approximately 65 percent old growth forest, 20 percent row crop and 15 percent of alfalfa/vegetable garden. It is a working farm which naturally takes people, but it is unlikely you will encounter any other campers. Please keep in mind, the only running water is the creek and the only electricity comes from a single solar panel. We truck water in for showers and provide enough port-a-potties to match the event.
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Unhitched Sleepy Hollow
6. Unhitched Sleepy Hollow
48mi from Wapello · 136 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Unhitched Sleepy Hollow has found its way into the Unhitched family, and we think Oxford, Iowa, just got a little more exciting. Tucked away just 20 minutes from Iowa City, Sleepy Hollow has been a beloved escape for families seeking the kind of Midwest peace that’s getting harder to find. Unhitched Management is stepping in to lead the way forward, bringing our Safe, Clean, and Friendly promise to every corner of this scenic property. We’re investing in improvements, refreshing the experience, and building something worth coming back to.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Ilse
June 2026
Weekend Trip to Folk School Farm Stay
This is great for groups, with Cabins and tent camping, and a large well appointment kitchen for making breakfast. Its fun to wake up to baby sheep and barn cats in a beautiful setting.
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Kyra
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Lucky Star Farm
We had such a wonderful stay at Lucky Star Farms near Iowa City! The Airstream was incredibly cute, clean, and comfortable. The property itself is beautiful, with a peaceful pond, a fire pit by the water, and animals everywhere you look.
We absolutely loved Tomas the llama — he was our favorite and so friendly! There were also sheep, goats, dogs, and cats roaming around, which made the whole experience feel magical. And of course, Crash the toeless cat is truly the star of the whole farm… besides Susan, who is the real MVP! Susan was so welcoming and friendly and gave us an amazing farm tour. You can tell how much love and care goes into this place.
We already can’t wait to come back
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Annie
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Lucky Star Farm
What a treasure! Betty was super cozy and we had a lot of fun exploring the land and hanging out with the animals! We'd highly recommend visiting Lucky Star Farms! Being able to sign up for goat yoga was a wonderful bonus as well :)
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Jay
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Lucky Star Farm
Such a beautiful place! The camper was perfect for our weekend in Iowa City, and the farm setting was more amazing than we imagined. Susan was a great host, and everything was just as we had hoped. We’ll be back!
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Jennifer
August 2025
1 night at Lucky Star Farm
Susan greeted us outside the camper when we arrived & we instantly felt at home. She has such a lovely presence & Lucky Star Farm is truly magical! Their vintage camper, “Betty” is adorable, meticulously clean, & thoughtfully stocked. We were quickly greeted by several resident barn cats & could see llamas, goats, & sheep from our little patio. We loved everything about our stay & definitely plan to visit again with our kids! Thank you so much, Susan & Rich! Hope to see you again soon!
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June 2025
Weekend Trip to Folk School Farm Stay
The farm is a beautiful place to visit. I love the mix of camping types, allowing use both tent and cabins. The conservation areas are beautiful and Anna is a wonderful host. The Farm tour is definitely worth the price as an add on!
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Ilse
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Folk School Farm Stay
The farm is a beautiful place to visit. I love the mix of camping types, allowing use both tent and cabins. The conservation areas are beautiful and Anna is a wonderful host. The Farm tour is definitely worth the price as an add on!
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Lindsey
April 2025
With kids
My daughter and I stayed in the Oh Betty camper and it was such a great time! Although it looks small from the outside it is actually quite spacious inside, with all of the amenities you need including a flush toilet and a space heater for those chilly evenings. Susan was such a wonderful host, you can tell she is really passionate about what she does and it shines through in her attention to detail. She took the time to let us play with the goats and also explained a bit about all of the animals, which my daughter loved. Goat yoga was so much fun and the teacher created a welcoming environment for all ages, bodies, and abilities. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique weekend getaway, Lucky Star Farm is so peaceful and a great way to reset!
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Laura
December 2024
Weekend Trip to Folk School Farm Stay
I had an amazing stay in the Indigo Pod on Anna’s property! It was a perfect place for a reset after the busy holiday season. It was quiet, comfortable and relaxing with no distractions. I was able to journal and catch up on some reading during my stay. The supply of hot tea and kettle were a lovely touch. I enjoyed a cup as I watched the fog roll over the Iowa farm fields in the mornings. There is also a community kitchen where I could prepare nutritious meals instead of getting take out. Being able to roam the property and be in nature also helped with my holiday reset! I highly recommend Anna’s place to anyone wanting time away to refocus and relax. It has everything you need without the distraction!
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Michael
July 2024
With pets
The house interior is nice with its nautical theme. Also we love that it's pet friendly. However, we weren't notified that the beach is flooded so there's nothing else to do. It's probably not the best time of the year to stay along that area. If you love nature and trails, this is not the area.
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Dawn
July 2024
With kids
This is a cute little cottage perfect for my mom, granddaughter and I to get away and relax. I can't speak for the beach as the water was up to the stairs but the stairs going down were nice. It had everything we needed.
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Brenna
March 2024
With kids
Had a great weekend at this adorable cottage. Perfect getaway with all the amenities of home right on the water.
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