2 nights at ShadyknollsThis site was exactly what we were looking for- a private spot to unwind in nature, but not have to do all the work of traditional camping. After a previous canoe camping trip, it felt luxurious to have an outhouse, a shower, & a bed. It was convenient to drive to the campsite (the drive up is a steep dirt road but doable). Tim was a lovely & responsive host, welcoming us & giving us a tour, & he even gave us a great recommendation for a nearby creek to swim in (fyi if you decide to walk there, be careful of cars speeding up the road & be prepared for mostly uphill on the way back). Our dogs were able to happily explore off leash, we had a beautiful view to wake up to, & we slept well in a cozy tent that was already set up for us. The host thought of everything, from thoughtful small details to essential camping items (cooking equipment, towels, blankets, lighters, hammocks, etc). There is a large tent and lights over the picnic table and helpful solar lights strategically placed along walkways etc in addition to cute candles for ambiance (which definitely helped keep the bugs away). It's still camping, so expect a few bugs to make it into the tent, know that the outhouse is a bucket with a toilet seat, the shower is a bag of water with a hose, & the bed is an air mattress on a bed frame. If you're good with that, you'll have a peaceful/restorative experience. There's nothing better than waking up to a beautiful view, birds chirping, & coffee on the porch! We'll be back!
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