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Cabine in the woods
1 site · Lodging2 acres · Moravia, NY
The cabin is located in a remote area of Bear Swamp State Forest. It is about 5 miles from the nearest paved road but has seasonal roads that take you to the cabin. There are many close attractions like Skaneateles Lake and Carpenters Falls. The Cabine doesn’t have electricity or water but we do have a generator. We do not have a shower or bathroom But we have a outhouse. We do ask people to bring their own gas if you want to run the generator and woods to make a fire.
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Heart's Desire
1 site · Tent775 acres · Truxton, NY
'Hearts Desire' is our name for the camping sight of your choice on our organic dairy farm known as Bundy Creek Farm. Our family has been farming this land since the depression era when our ancestors moved east from California during a drought and were enamoured with our green rolling hills and abundant water resources. In all, this land is the backdrop of the story of five generations of the Murray family. Through good times and bad, our dairy cows have been the backbone of the farm, grazing on the mostly hillside pastures. Forages and grains are grown in the valley and hilltops, all surrounded by hardwood forests or wooded swampland; all together encompassing 775 acres of land. Maple syrup is also often made from our top of the hill sugarbush. And yes.....a river runs through it.....or actually several creeks....Learn more about this land:Nestled among the rolling hills that are the foothills of the Appalachian mountains, our organic dairy farm is the backdrop for this camping experience. Tell us what is your 'hearts desire" and we will accommodate you as best as we can on our 800 acres which encompasses hundreds of acres of woodland, pasture and crop land, creeks and a 80 acre navigable swamp (seasonally). Wildlife abounds with deer, coyotes, turkey, fox, geese, ducks, small mammals and an occasional eagle. Hike, bicycle, kayak or just chill in the beautiful surroundings. We are also two miles from the finger lakes trail. Currently available for tenting only
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Meadow Basecamp
1 site · RV, Tent20 acres · Freeville, NY
As you enter the campsite, you'll be greeted by the neatly mowed plot, offering ample space for setting up tents, camping chairs, and a private fire pit. The well-maintained area ensures a comfortable and clean environment for campers to relax and enjoy their time in nature.
The land is vast and super private. Each site has surrounding trees for privacy and a beautiful view of 20 Acres of land to explore.
We offer an exclusive site that offers an off-grid experience while also being close to a bunch of activities such as hiking, swimming, boating, mountain biking, and more!
We do NOT offer showers at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Here are some activities you can enjoy near us! All within a 20-mile radius from Basecamp!
Wine Tasting: Explore the Finger Lakes region's renowned wineries, such as the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail or the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, and indulge in wine tastings and vineyard tours.
Golfing: Tee off at one of the local golf courses, such as the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course at Cornell University or the Trumansburg Golf Course.
Museums and Galleries: Visit the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University or explore downtown Ithaca, which has various art galleries and museums showcasing local and contemporary artwork.
Farmers Markets: Experience the vibrant local food scene by visiting farmers markets, such as the Ithaca Farmers Market, where you can find fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local crafts.
Outdoor Adventures: Engage in outdoor activities like camping, bird-watching, or nature walks at places like the Finger Lakes National Forest or the Cayuga Nature Center.
Performing Arts: Enjoy live performances, concerts, or theatrical productions at venues like the State Theatre of Ithaca or the Hangar Theatre.
Shopping and Dining: Explore the unique shops, boutiques, and restaurants in downtown Ithaca, offering a diverse range of cuisines and locally-made products.
Hiking:
- Robert H. Treman State Park: Approximately 11 miles
- Buttermilk Falls State Park: Approximately 10 miles
- Cayuga Lake State Park: Approximately 10 miles
- Taughannock Falls State Park: Approximately 15 miles
Fishing:
- Fall Creek: Approximately 9 miles
- Cayuga Lake: Approximately 10 miles
Horseback Riding:
- Cayuga Riding Center: Approximately 10 miles
- Highland Horse Farm: Approximately 8 miles
- Cornell University Equestrian Center: Approximately 7 miles
Mountain Biking:
- Greek Peak Mountain Resort: Approximately 15 miles
- Shindagin Hollow State Forest: Approximately 20 miles
- Hammond Hill State Forest: Approximately 16 miles
Please note that trail conditions and accessibility may vary, so it's recommended to check with local authorities or mountain biking clubs for the latest information before heading out. Additionally, always practice trail etiquette and respect any rules or regulations in place. Also keep in mind that availability, prices, and specific activities may vary, so it's advisable to contact each location directly for more information, including reservations and any age or experience restrictions.
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Milk & Honey Homestead
4 sites · Lodging10 acres · Camden, NY
We are a small homestead with some goats, ducks and chickens, we live in an off grid Tiny cabin and rent out another tiny cabin. We are nestled comfortably in the woods. Road that goes through the woods and opens into picturesque meadow. Close to nature hikes, lakes and rivers for fishing. Perfect spot to unwind, enjoy some quiet time
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Smyrna Lake Campsite
1 site · RV, Tent7 acres · Smyrna, NY
The site is located on a private lake (90 acres). Campsite sits on 7 acres of woods only a few hundred feet from the lake & dock. No more RV sites in the property, only one spot.
It is quiet, private and relaxing. The vibe of the lake is to chill and relax, laud activities not encourage. No motorboats allowed on lake for a more relaxing experienced. Bass fishing is amazing and the water is perfect for swimming. An aluminum canoe is available.
Next to the campsite you will have a nice fire pit with Adirondack chairs, plenty of firewood for sale at a low cost.
Dogs allowed, maximum party of 4. Water, sewer and electrical hookups. Wi-Fi its free. No bathrooms or showers in the premises.
Exact location: 42.69024° N, 75.64003° W
-Camp entrance is on the left-hand side on Cherrywood way (107 is the address #). There will be a brown cabin (empty) in the center of the property.
Checkout these videos of the property:
video of the lake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ss6Iq_FjlOU
video of campsite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wvm3nQjhCU
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Las Casitas at Tequila Sunrise
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Trumansburg, NY
Looking for a quiet lakeside getaway? Unique property right on Cayuga Lake with 100 feet of lakefront and a skipping stone beach right out your door. I have 2 freestanding Casitas (small houses) set in a grove of oak and maple trees, right next to the water. Each Casita has a queen bed, outdoor seating, and an electric heater. The Casitas are connected by a wooden deck and share a bathroom. In addition, Casita Dos has a mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker. The bathroom has an easy-to-use odor free incinerating toilet and pour-through sink. Drinking water is provided. There is a Solo Bonfire set in a patio for evening outdoor fires. Both Casitas are rented as one unit.
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Round Top Retreat
1 site · Lodging101 acres · Richford, NY
Close to Ithaca, NY, Cayuga Lake, and Cornell University. Once a snowshoe lodge, then a Boy Scout camp, this rustic cabin retreat property is surrounded by the Robinson Hollow State Forest. The 100 year old cabin sits only a few hundred yards from the Sierra Club section of the Finger Lakes Trail. The area is a peaceful spot for hiking, camping and snowshoeing or cross country skiing (October 1 bow season deer hunting begins, and mid-November to December is NYS gun deer season-which may not be as serene as you'd like).
Perfect get-away for humans and their four-legged friends, it's a dog's dream vacation spot.
Enjoy a week or weekend, or your vacation in a place where the "noise" is the melodious sounds of nature. It is remote enough to completely break from urban life, yet close enough to Ithaca, NY to enjoy its beauty and attractions. Amenities: outhouse, hand water pump, two-seater outhouse, propane grill, some pots and pans, grill utensils, wood stoves, private, gated entrance, pond, trails. Sleeping loft, no bed (you provide mattress/sleeping bag, etc.). There may be candles, toilet paper, bug spray (if left by previous guests).
We are an LGBTQ-woman owned property, and welcome all campers regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, political views, religion, or culture of origin.
Learn more about this land:
A wonderful rustic, private, off-grid get-away, perfect for couples, families, and pups who enjoy camping (log cabin with wood furniture available, you may pitch your tent anywhere on the property - leave no trace). You may see some wildlife throughout the property (including a milk snake that lives in the cabin wall, but is harmless).
It is a quiet, rural, farming area. Once at the cabin there are only two to three houses within a half mile (through the woods), so you will have a private space all your own.
Winter camping is special - cozy wood heated cabin, hundreds of acres for snow shoeing, cross country skiing, or snowmobiling. Plan ahead, we do not plow the driveway in winter; plan to shovel an off-road parking space, and transport your gear up to the cabin (1100'). Wood is provided.
Onsite: water pump, 2-seat outhouse, wood stove, campfire ring, wood, & propane grill. Exclusive access for nature hikes, streams, forest, pond, swimming, bird watching, star gazing, etc.
A wheelchair that can navigate grass and some ruts can enter the cabin, but not the outhouse, and the sleeping loft is up stairs (there is room for a cot or mattress on the first floor); the porch is accessible through the cabin.
When you book, you are confirming your understanding of the following: there is no electricity, running water, or std. bed/mattresses. You bring own air mattress, bedding, and gear you will need. All-wheel drive vehicle is recommended.
We welcome special events, family reunions, or weddings, if your plans do not require utilities (you may bring a generator or other battery operated items, as needed).
Note for winter guests:
We do not plow the driveway in winter, you need to be ready to shovel an off-road parking spot, and transport gear to cabin (e.g. by sled, snowshoes)
Here's a brief list of the basics to bring: Light source: Lantern propane or battery. Air mattress or cot and whatever bedding you need. Paper products (cups, plates, utensils, toilet paper, etc.) Matches/fire starter (there is wood on-site, and a propane grill for cooking that has a self-starter). Bug spray. Cooler and ice. Lawn chairs.
There are a few tables, several chairs and benches. There are 2 picnic tables (one outside and one inside). The benches can be moved outside if you'd like, just move them back inside before you leave. The propane grill should only be used outside.
There is a hand axe in the cabin to shave kindling, and the wood is already split to be the length for the wood stove, as needed.
Gas: 5 miles away. If you plan to grocery shop when you get to the area, the closest store is at East Hill Plaza in Ithaca, about 9 miles past where the cabin is (I can give you all that info if you like). There is lots to explore/see/do in the Ithaca area if you decide to come down off the hill one of the days. I'll have some brochures and things in the cabin, and can answer questions (aka where is the best ice cream, dinner, etc.).
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Schlepp On-Inn
1 site · Lodging24 acres · NY
This secluded and private 23 acre site is situated at the headwaters of Six Mile Creek in a scenic valley surrounded by Hammond Hill and Yellow Barn State Forests. The campsite is easily accessible from the driveway with opportunities for tent camping under the stars and luxurious cozy camping in a 30ft travel trailer. Travel trailer includes hot water for dishes and showers, propane stove for cooking, queen bed, bunk beds, and flushing toilet. Multiple trails throughout the property take you to a private pond to fish and lounge around, including shade trees with a hammock. There are extensive networks of trails within a 3-5 minute drive to Hammond Hill State Forest, as well as the Roy H Park Preserve with easy access trails to a swimming hole and small waterfall in a hemlock gorge. 10 minute drive to the town of Dryden for basic amenities and the best taqueria in Tompkins County. 15 minute drive to Cornell University campus. 20 minute drive to downtown Ithaca and Lake Cayuga. "Ithaca is Gorges" slogan means you can find over 100 waterfalls within an hour drive.
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Adirondack Homestead Glamping
1 site · Lodging9 acres · Remsen, NY
Enjoy your stay in our 12'x14' outfitter tent equipped with a queen mattress, day bed, camping & cooking amenities, and a wood stove for winter heat.
We bought the property in 2018 and are transforming it into a permaculture-inspired, regenerative homestead with annual and perennial gardens, chickens, a greenhouse, and mushroom cultivation. Enjoy privacy and seclusion on our 9 acre property.
We are 5 Mins to Hinckley Lake, 15 mins to Adirondack park border, close to fishing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, etc.
The outfitter tent is located at the rear of our property on a mixed open / wooded site. It is on a raised platform. It is tucked into the trees and approximately 1000ft from the main house. You will have privacy and seclusion. You will need to walk to the site from the main house through an open field, and carry your gear along a flat trail. We have a wagon available if needed.
We stock the campsite with:
- 12'x14' outfitter tent
- Indoor wood-burning stove for winter heat (Firewood supplied)
- Outdoor shower
- Composting toilet in separate building
- Bed with queen mattress, includes linens
- Trundle bed for extra guests, includes linens
- Solar powered interior lighting
- Board Games
- Table & Chairs
- Picnic Table
- Coleman camp stove and propane, Charcoal grill and charcoal, campfire grill. (Please bring your own dishes, pots, pans, and utentils)
- Coffee and french press, mugs provided
- Bug spray made from essential oils
- Outdoor fire
- Firewood for purchase ($5 for a bucket full. You can also buy firewood at gas stations for $7-10. Please do not bring wood from home, as it can spread pests)
- Solar powered battery pack for phones and small electronics
- Flashlight
- First aid kit
- Trash, recycling, compost bins
- Cooler (bring your own ice)
- Seasonal goodies from our homestead
Our Property:
The area is full of life during all seasons. We are situated in the woods on a quiet country road. We have about 9 acres of mixed open and wooded land. We have been working on creating a functioning homestead informed by permaculture and regenerative agriculture practices since 2018. We are happy to show you all of our projects, and you are welcome to walk the property if you'd like.
- Greenhouse with water catchement system
- Silvopasture system
- Chickens with composting system
- Food Forest with fruit trees, edible greens, berries, etc.
- Planned and wild edibles throughout the property
- Perennial flower and herb gardens
- Preliminary wild-flower meadow
- Annual gardens with hugelkulture mounds, plant guilds, and raised beds
Nearby stuff to do:
- Hinckley Lake: 5 mins to enjoy boating, public swimming beaches, picnicking, kayaking, etc. (We do not have room for a trailer or towed boat).
- Adirondack Park: About 15-20 minutes to the park border. The largest piece of public land in the contiguous US. Lots of fishing, hiking, and swimming in pristine mountain lakes.
- Hinckley Forest: 3 mins away, hiking and mountain biking trails (and a secret berry patch if you come late July).
- BREIA Trail system: 5 minutes & 15 minutes, well maintained protected lands with hiking trails, cross-country ski trails & snow shoeing
- Pixley Falls: 25 Mins, a beautiful waterfall with a short hike. Winter cross-country ski trails.
- Remsen farmers market: 10 mins, small market running from June to Oct that we help organize on Saturday Mornings
- Spring Creek Lavender Farm: 3 mins away, local farm where you can pick your own lavender bouquet and buy lavender products and visit farm animals.
- High Peaks: About a 2.5 hours, absolutely beautiful drive through the Adirondack park. This region is home to the highest peaks in the state.
- West Canada Creek: About 10 minutes away. One of the most popular fishing spots in the country. Kayaking, tubing, swimming.
- Old Forge: About 45 minutes. Probably the most popular tourist town in the western Adirondacks.
- Delta Lake Park: 25 minutes to a beautiful lake, state park, with boating, fishing, hiking, and public swimming beach.
- Utica & Rome: About 25 minutes. Lots of farmers markets and concerts in the summer. Tour Saranac brewery, visit the Munson Williams Art Museum, see a show at the Stanley Theatre. Plenty of amazing places to eat - just ask us!
- Herkimer diamonds: About 20 minutes. Mine your own Herkimer diamonds, local rock formations unique to this region.
- Syracuse: 1hr15 mins, Breweries, shopping mall, restaurants, NY State fair.
- Skiing: Within 25 Mins of Woods Valley Ski Resort, 50 Minutes to McCauley Mountain Ski Resort, and 1.5hrs to Gore Mountain Ski Resort
Other Things:
We have two rescue dogs, Sadie and Blue, who live with us. They are both part German Shepherd, so they are protective. They will bark at you but are not aggressive. Let us know if you're not comfortable with dogs and we can make sure they are inside when you arrive.
I am not able to accommodate RVs or trailers. I have a very long, skinny driveway with no way to turn around, and there is nowhere to to park something as large as a trailer.
The camp site is not accessible by car. You'll have to park in the driveway and then bring your gear back to the site, which is about a 2 minute walk. All vehicles must be parked in the driveway. We do have a wagon if you need it to carry your gear.
We have animals on the property, including roosters who start crowing at sun up. Plan on being up early :)
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