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Alyssa
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Christmas Tree Farm Hidden Delight
We had an amazing last-minute stay at Mary’s place. Our pups loved having the freedom to roam off leash, and it was so nice to relax by the tent and take in the fall scenery. The woodstove kept us cozy all night, and Mary was very kind and responsive throughout our stay. We’ll definitely be back!
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Muzhi
October 2025
With pets
It was a fantastic experience. The view was absolutely breathtaking!! 10/10 magnificent.
The location is very private. Mary and her husband were super friendly and helpful. And the site had everything we need. Spent a great time
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Lisa
October 2025
2 nights at Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course
This was my second time staying at the little barn on the hill and my first solo trip there. It was a rainy autumn afternoon when I showed up but perfectly cozy inside the hayloft, where I set up my hammock. Laurel got me acquainted with the many new amenities, as they seem to always be making wonderful upgrades to the property. Mike and Laurel's land is the perfect place for me to go when I don't want the hassle of setting up my tent and want a wall and roof and a little electricity. To a tenter, this is a luxurious paradise and I can't wait to return.
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Charles
October 2025
With pets
Our experience at The Christmas Tree Farm Hidden Delight was absolutely wonderful. Mary was a fantastic host. She was friendly and thorough in her communication, even recommending places to enjoy in the area. We arrived later in the day and were thrilled that she had started a fire in the woodstove inside the tent and had also started a campfire for us. So very thoughtful and a fabulous surprise. The site itself is incredibly private with amazing views. The firewood she provided was dry and plentiful, a bonus since it was a bit chilly for much of our visit. It was great to be able to have the dogs off leash too. We enjoyed our time immensely and highly recommend the site. Thank you, Mary!
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Tori
October 2025
With kids
The site is gorgeous! Mary was super kind and explained everything about the trails and campsite very well. The canvas tent was so cozy and there is so much room for other tents, outdoor games, and sitting around the fire. We will definitely be returning in the future! ❤️
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Carmela
October 2025
3 nights at Artists Paradise: Renovated Church
One of a kind place . It was clean and cozy. Nice location in TBurg, you’re far enough but not too far from Ithaca and other surrounding areas. I’d recommend this place to anyone !
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Morad
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course
Staying at Mike’s and Laurel’s property was an amazing getaway! Close to great food and cute towns, less than 5 minutes from an amazing state park, and less than a half an hour away from Ithaca and some of the finger lakes! We also had an absolute riding Trial Motorcycles for the first time! I recommend the scavenger hunt to get familiar with the property and the Trial biking course.
Looking forward to our next stay!
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Madelyn
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Sunswick Farm
The cabin was so clean and lovely! It was nicely secluded and cozy as well. We were especially happy to walk the trails in bloom and enjoy our coffee by the creek - watching the chipmunks scurry. We would absolutely come back for another visit!
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Callan
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Sunswick Farm
We loved this little cabin! All I wanted for my birthday was a couple days in the woods, and this place was exactly what I needed. You can hear the water from the stream as you fall asleep at night, and the cabin was nice and cozy during a rainy afternoon. This was the perfect place to unplug, sit by the fire, and recharge. We will definitely be back!
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Ryan
September 2025
With pets
Came again for Obstacle Course (see July review-tent at Hilltop). Great training with my border collie. My gal brought mountain bike this time to play. A good time for all. Highly recommend for training and fun to walk in evenings. First time renting Barn was awesome, just as described-better even. Several steps up from tent but still open-air. Thought about plugging in space heater (provided) but decided we didn't want to close up loft. Really nice at night. We were cozy enough in our sleeping bags just like our tent-but with futon mattress underneath us-and dry. Location near Rt. 38 wasn't issue for road noise for us. Description spot on about traffic 'not obnoxious' and I think muffled some by hillside trees too. Any traffic heard from road--just went along in a gentle rhythm -- like everything else here. Hosts are super accommodating in every way. Old school people who are there when you need 'em and leave you alone when you don't. The only possible drawback was being asked not to eat inside Barn. I'm a crackers-in-bed kinda guy- but I understand it- and appreciate what the Hosts do to keep critters and bugs out of Barn. Likely it ain't easy in this country setting- so no problem. The weather was a little damp outside but we built fire in the fire bowl and enjoyed warm supper just fine. It IS camping after all (!) my girl reminded me. Our dog of course was fine with the outside eating rule. Will be back again (and again) great place great hosts.
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Guy
September 2025
2 nights at Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course
Mike and Laurel are awesome hosts. Great dark place for star gazing. I was up looking at late looking at the Milky Way. You Cant see that near a city. The cabin/shed was cool. Everything you need even a small fridge, flash light, water, outdoor faucet, sun heated shower and a place to charge phone. The outside looks like a resort. Got to see a green heron. Dont know about the WiFi but had great cell service.
Don’t pass this by if you’re a camper. Way better than putting up a tent.
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Ana
August 2025
With pets
The views were beautiful, but our favorite part was seeing the stars at night. Definitely recommend the trip.
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albert
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Sunswick Farm
Beautiful cabin, well built and clean. Very secluded and private. Hosts are friendly and easy to communicate with. Would totally stay here again!
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Renee
August 2025
Group trip
We loved our time at Bear Creek Haven. The cabin is extremely nice, there are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Including the bunk beds, there are 4 double beds which theoretically could sleep 8 people. We had a slightly larger crew than that, so some folks put up tents outside or hammocks in the trees. Overall, we were very comfortable. There was even an air conditioner and fans provided in the cabin, most definitely a welcome addition!
The cabin is just a short drive from many wineries and breweries. We checked out Americana Vineyards, Finger Lakes Cider House, Scale House Brewing, and Lively Run Dairy (they have cheese flights, and you can pet goats!) Overall, it was a great experience and we look forward to staying there again in the future.
One suggestion I have is improving the directions to be more detailed, we did get a little lost when getting in. Here are the more detailed directions that I sent friends to ensure they could find the cabin: “ Once you are on Pitcher Rd you are basically going to take it to the end and then veer right at the signs. As you are going down the road you will pass the mailboxes on your right, go through the Stone bridge overpass, pass several Amish houses. Go all the way down gravel road, til you get to the signs, turn right and then left to follow bear creek haven trail.”
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joe
August 2025
2 nights at Sunswick Farm
Had a great time.
The cabin was perfect. Nice and peaceful.
I will definitely return.
Get the tour and buy the honey!
Both are great!
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Zak
August 2025
With kids
Mary was a great host. Very attentive and helpful. Very private location. Would recommend for sure.
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Emma
August 2025
1 night at Sunswick Farm
This adorable cedar cabin was absolutely perfect. The woods are beautiful and the trails go on and on. The cabin is completely secluded (no view of any people, homes, etc) and with everything you need for a comfortable stay! The host even gave us a free little jar of fresh raw honey from the farm they'd harvested that week!
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Lisa
July 2025
With kids
What a cool piece of land this is! And you couldn't ask for better hosts than Laurel and Mike! Even before I booked, they were going above and beyond to make the trip special for my son and I. The barn, while delightfully rustic, had SO many amenities and was incredibly cozy. I opted to hang a hammock in the hayloft (THANK YOU BOTH FOR THE EYE HOOKS!!!) and sleeping in it in front of the open door overlooking the stars reflecting on the pond was magical. My son slept on the first floor and said that he was so comfortable. The obstacle course was a ton of fun for my son to ride his mountain bike around and just play around on. We loved walking down to the pond and watching the giant snapping turtle rest on the raft and the huge bullfrog tadpoles swimming around. We genuinely can't wait to be back!
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John
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course
We enjoyed staying in “the barn” on Mike and Laurels Tryals Park property. It’s incredible, everything about staying there made for a perfect moto trials weekend. The views from up on the hill are beautiful and you’re right in the middle of the riding courses. I took 2 lessons from Mike and learned so much about what my weaknesses were and I know what I need to work on now. We’re 61 years old and my wife has balance issues so Laurel made sure to bring her a walking stick to watch me learn from the pro (Mike) The barn is very cozy, it’s actually more like a cottage with the upstairs loft. Very clean and welcoming. It’s just a perfect place to spend as long as you prefer. If you’re into motorcycle trials riding this is the place to be and the rv sights in addition to the barn assure that you won’t be driving around to hotels. One stop shop for trials lovers!! They have several different riding areas for different skill levels and a nice shop stocked with parts. Mike and Laurel are unique people. They are just the nicest people you could ever meet and call great friends. We’re going to book the barn again several times in the future as my lessons and first events progress. Your going to love this place and the awesome people running it!
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stepph
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Sunswick Farm
we loved the cabin and the land SO much - thank you brooks! the wildlife in those woods were utterly *spectacular,* from the epic shows of fireflies at night...the red fox bounding joyfully across the ravine...too many iridescent damselflys to count...deer, frogs, salamanders, and more...and the most gorgeous wildflower meadows you're likely to see. we had a fantastic weekend and will definitely be back soon! the cabin is comfy and cozy and just what we needed to unwind/unplug for a couple of days. thanks so much for sharing your slice of heaven with us!
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