The best yurt rentals in Shawangunk Mountains

Settle into a yurt in the Shawangunk Mountains and you’ll swap thin nylon for solid walls, a wood stove, and a slice of upstate quiet. This area offers six yurt spots—think campfires, pets welcome, and basic toilets. Most nights average $150, but you’ll spot a few for $99 if you book early. Waterfall views? Try Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall (172 reviews). Want a working farm vibe? Yurt Farm Stay (58 reviews) pairs yurts with barnyard sounds. For an off-grid fix, Off-Grid Catskills (45 reviews) keeps things simple. Between fishing, wild swims, and snowy trails, you’ll stay busy—just pack for changing weather and cool nights. These yurts keep you close to the cliffs and woods, but with sturdy shelter when the wind picks up.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Settle into a yurt in the Shawangunk Mountains and you’ll swap thin nylon for solid walls, a wood stove, and a slice of upstate quiet. This area offers six yurt spots—think campfires, pets welcome, and basic toilets. Most nights average $150, but you’ll spot a few for $99 if you book early. Waterfall views? Try Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall (172 reviews). Want a working farm vibe? Yurt Farm Stay (58 reviews) pairs yurts with barnyard sounds. For an off-grid fix, Off-Grid Catskills (45 reviews) keeps things simple. Between fishing, wild swims, and snowy trails, you’ll stay busy—just pack for changing weather and cool nights. These yurts keep you close to the cliffs and woods, but with sturdy shelter when the wind picks up.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

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3 sites · Lodging · Downsville, NY

Learn more about this land: Stay in our cozy 8’x10 ‘ wall tent on a 14’x16’ deck built next to a waterfall. The site includes include a private outdoor shower and a well serviced outhouse per site. Relax in front of the fire pit and grill that overlooks the falls. You will have plenty of privacy, surrounded by woods, access to lush forest, and modern amenities such as: WiFiprovided by Starlink, queen bed, propane tent heater to keep you warm in the cooler months, Brooklinen sheets. The property allows lots of beauty, peace, and serenity. Feel free to roam the 12 acres of woods, fields, waterfalls, and brooks. There are 3 historic waterfalls on the property. Within our small town, you can find all your essential needs met at the stores close by, as well as some great restaurants. Area surrounding the site as well as the areas not surrounding the main house, are accessible with caution. Access to the brook is at your own risk. Brook subject to flooding. Please note location of water rescue equipment at the site. Don’t forget the ice for the Yeti cooler!

2. The Awakening Garden

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4 sites · Lodging · Saugerties, NY

This piece of land was developed by my mother, and named after my grandmother: The Awakening Garden is a translation of her name in Chinese. It is tucked in between the Hudson River (8 miles to the East) and the Catskill Mountains (10 miles to the west). It is just 6 miles from the Village of Saugerties and 14 miles to Woodstock, NY. The piece available for camping is 10 acres, but the entire Garden is comprised of 98 acres of rolling land (most of it in a forestry protection plan) bordered on the west by acres of marshland. Many trails criss-cross the Garden and lead one to pretty or interesting vistas including a large mountain laurel patch, ancient graveyard, and different stands of mixed wood forests. There’s lots of wildlife both on land and in the marshes.

3. Sacred Hollow in Heart of Hudson

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4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hurley, NY

the locals know our street because of the indigenous people and early Dutch settlers mixing with the slaves. Much history here, with the small town of stone houses, making Hurley a national historic destination. This serene is secluded on a mountain surrounded by trees with seasonal views. The campsite is neighboring 105 acres of beautiful conservatory land available for hiking. No true trails are available, but you can be adventurous and hike further up the mountain, arriving to a clearing, providing you with a lovely mountainous view. From the mountain, you can hike to a waterfall or even hike across a lovely plain field surrounded by mountain ranges on both sides and crossing the creek over to Historic Stone houses in Hurley. Within a 10 minute drive check out some of the local restaurants like Alebrijes, Hickory BBQ & Smokehouse, and the Hurley Inn where the movie “Tootsie” was filmed!. Hurley Marbletown Trailhead and Rail trail parking are only a 6 minute drive away! The town of Kingston is about 15 minutes from our site where you will find Bluestone Wild Forest, antique shops, restaurants, other outdoor activities! The nights are just spectacular as you look into the sky surrounded by a blanket of stars, able to see the many constellations looking like jewels on a black cloth. The sounds of nature and all of it's distinct calls including that of eagles, is truly an experience. And we cannot forget our other friendly neighbors, the wild turkeys and deer! We are very appreciative of this beauty and would love to share this sacred place with you. Learn more about this land: Feels like you’re away from civilization but yet close to all the Hudson valley has to offer. 15-20min from Woodstock, rosendale, stone ridge, Rhinebeck, red hook, New Paltz and Mohawnk short 30 min drive. The glampsite is a yurt with a fire pit and a full modern bathroom just a short walk away. For a small fee, you can also rent our bikes for riding the nearby rail trail or just visit the waterfall 2 miles away. Wood available for purchase. THE HOT TUB IS PART OF A MINI-SPA PACKAGE AAND IS AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE. Not only will You be relaxing, but also connecting with the cosmos through a 1 hr transformative healing session offered by the host for an extra fee.

4. Glamping Yurt on a Farm

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1 site · Lodging · New Milford, CT

Our 18 acres has been farm land for hundreds of years. After many years of overgrowth, we homesteaded the property in 2012. We cut trees, milled wood and built our homes and barn. We live in harmony with our animals and our crops in a permaculture environment. We are just miles from many beautiful lakes, rivers and spectacular parks. Enjoy a farm stay in our luxurious yurt tent complete with queen size bed and outdoor shower. Meet the goats, cows, ducks, chickens, our pony, Mr. BoJangles and our thoroughbred, Ruby Tuesday, and have a walk. Plenty of things to do locally. Visit the many vineyards and breweries, take a cooking class at Hunt Hill across the street, visit the quaint NE towns such as Kent or Washington.

Stories from the community

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Adrienne

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

This was a great sight! The tub and waterfall view absolutely made our trip! Would definitely come back for another stay!

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Abbey

October 2025

2 nights at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Sam’s got a really special place here! While not quite as private as I’d assumed (the sites are somewhat close together and near a road and you’d occasionally run into another guest at the toilets), the sound of the water from the waterfall drowns out almost all noise and you still feel like you’re in the middle of the woods. We stayed at the waterfall site with the bathtub, which we did not bathe in, but it was nice to have hot water on site to wash hands, brush teeth etc. The tent was cozy once we got the propane heater going and the added amenities (coffee maker, electric kettle, fire pit with an attached grill…) were nice. There’s even firewood onsite for purchase. Sam responded immediately when we had any questions or issues and was very helpful. Would absolutely stay again!

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Alli

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

My bestie and I had a blast at the Waterfall campsite on Sam’s property. The waterfall was gorgeous, the firepit perfect and wonderful to cook on, the bed was comfy and the entire experience lovely. Sam is a gracious host. I highly recommend the site for people who are looking for something picturesque but not terribly rustic.

Aaron

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Yurt on a Farm

Great spot with lots of animals, privacy, and a clean place to sleep!

View of tent and sitting area from waterfall

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Jesika

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Really great little glamping spot. We loved how the tent was up on a platform, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The waterfall right next to the site was an added bonus. We loved wandering down by it. Good amount of privacy being that this site was set behind and down a small hill from the other sites. The bathtub and shower were amazing! Water got nice and hot, though you might want to bring something to hang in front of it if you are shy 😉. Sam was friendly and helpful, and kept to himself. The outhouses were very clean and not smelly at all. The firepit was a great size with a built-in grill grate for cooking. We had a really nice time hiking near Andes (25 min, beautiful drive) and having lunch in the quaint little town. There is also a bar/restaurant and some convenience stores and gas station right down the road in Downsville, but we did not visit. This is not deep woods camping, but was perfect for us. We will definitely go back one day in the future. Thanks Sam!!!

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zach

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

We arrived to a beautifully lit glamping experience for our one year wedding anniversary and it ended up being everything we hoped for! We loved going to sleep to the sound of the waterfall, and how otherwise quiet it was. Having hot water and a working propane stove made this feel so much more special than our usual camping trips. Wood was easy to find. Camp grill was solid too. Thanks Sam for all the hard work it takes to run this glamping operation.

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Aaron

September 2025

With pets

3 nights at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Pictures alone can't compare to how gorgeous the property is. The sounds, the vegetation, the smells, etc. All wonderful. The accommodations were great. The tub/shower was glorious. The tent was spacious and warm with the gas heater. The grounds were well kept, and the bathrooms were a short walk away, down the path. Near the bathrooms, there was plenty of firewood to purchase for a very reasonable price. A very beautiful, sweet and kind cat named Cliff stands guard. The best part of the experience however, was Sam. His patience, his kindness, and willingness to accommodate whenever possible turned a great experience into an amazing one. 15/10. Would go back and recommend! Thanks, Sam!

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Lindsay

August 2025

1 night at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

I absolutely loved my stay! It was so easy to get to, and the custom welcome sign was the sweetest, homey touch. The tent was spotless, super cozy, and falling asleep to the sound of the waterfall was incredibly calming. Everything about the space made it so easy to relax and soak up some peaceful time in nature. The WiFi was a nice bonus too.. perfect for staying a little connected while still unplugging. Can’t wait to come back!

This little building on the hill is where Howards wife offers

Angelique

August 2025

1 night at Sacred Hollow in Heart of Hudson

Lovely stay! I really enjoyed feeling truly in the middle of the woods and the hot tub & ice bath were definitely bonuses! Thanks Howard!

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Lindsay

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Glamping Yurt on a Farm

My 9 y/o daughter and I had a nice time staying on Amy and Bill's farm. It was a lovely and quiet place to land for a night, and they were wonderful hosts. My daughter enjoyed tagging along to feed the many animals. We made an easy dinner over the fire, although there were also nice restaurants nearby. We had a great hike at the nearby Hidden Valley Preserve.

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Brittany

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Great site by a beautiful waterfall! Everything was nice and clean and was a great experience. Wood is for sale and it’s a good deal. Only downside was that the wooden hot tub was updated to a regular bath tub, but there is hot water and a shower which is a plus.

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Connie

July 2025

1 night at Glamping Yurt on a Farm

Lovely Connecticut setting. The hosts were very kind. The yurt was cute and comfortable and the Scottish Highland cows are adorable!

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Avery

July 2025

2 nights at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Beautiful scenery, we really enjoyed our stay at the yurt next to the waterfall, and Sam was very helpful to any issues we had

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Nicholas

July 2025

1 night at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Sad to leave this wonderful piece of heaven. Sam was very kind and understanding. Can’t wait to stay there again 💚

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Christine

July 2025

1 night at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

My daughter picked out this spot because of the nearby waterfall and we loved it! We were celebrating her birthday and she didn’t want to leave! Sam was wonderful, and his place is gorgeous! I enjoyed the outdoor tub and fairy lights- great place for some cosmic tranquility!

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Tessa

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Yurt on a Farm

We loved the yurt experience! Amy and Bill were great hosts and it was so lovely to share part of their beautiful farm!

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Fred

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

Awesome views great place to stay. My wife loved the bath tub next to the falls

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Shani

June 2025

2 nights at Glamping Yurt on a Farm

I absolutely loved staying in Amy and Bill’s Yurt! The farm is delightful with horses, cows, goats, chickens and ducks. Amy and Bill were friendly and welcoming and gave me great recommendations in the area. The yurt is clean, the bed is super comfortable, the outhouse is clean and smells fresh like pine. There is a nice outdoor shower with hot water. They provided a cooler, you just have to get ice. A bbq and fire pit are available for you. Overall a fantastic stay, would definitely come again!

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Mark

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Glamping Yurt on a Farm

My girlfriend and I absolutely loved it !! Already planning on coming back. My girlfriend has never been camping and she had a great time . Very comfortable. Bill and Amy our hosts were awesome definitely made us feel at home showed us the animals and made sure we were settled in. Can't wait to go back !!

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Sydney

May 2025

With pets

1 night at Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall

We had a great stay here. Very scenic and well maintained. Sam supplied a charcoal grill and portable stove, but we used our own so I cannot attest to their functionality! The space heater came in handy, as did the complimentary firewood when we ran out of our own! The mineral tub was a bonus as well. The downside- you’re not going to get the privacy you might expect at a campsite. There are cars coming by all hours of the day (even 1030 at night) and delivery trucks. Of course not a deal breaker but good to know!