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Taste of Old Florida

Hosted by Christine · Palm City, Florida
11 sites · RV, Tent · 10 acres
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A small but unique piece of land that was given to a family in the 1920s by the Florida Railroad Company. It stayed in the family until we purchased it. It is unique because the surrounding area does not have much tree coverage. This is due to the ground underneath, which is a vein of grey marl. This is why the area is called the Allapattah (an Indian word for Alligator) Flats. We are hoping that our county stays the way it is so people will know what Old Florida really looks like. Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Wildlife Management Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. We realize that people also love Florida for Disney and tropical paradises but if that is what you want then this may not be your kind of place. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase.

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Tent-only sites

7 sites

Site 4 RT cul-de-sac

96%
(165)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Pitch your tent in our private sanctuary. For RV and Trailer we have another listing (same property) it is on the first page in small print.   Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  Please note that because we are on a highway there is road noise and may cause some campers to not be happy as seen in reviews. We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, if you are arriving in an RV as we want to make sure that we are here to guide you to the appropriate camping spot. Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. Children under 5 free up to two children If we are unable to respond to you text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. Please use gate code "6568" (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Site 1 facing sunset

98%
(161)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Pitch your tent in our private sanctuary. For RV and Trailer we have another listing (same property) it is on the first page in small print.   Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  Please note that because we are on a highway there is road noise and may cause some campers to not be happy as seen in reviews. We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, if you are arriving in an RV as we want to make sure that we are here to guide you to the appropriate camping spot. Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. Children under 5 free up to two children If we are unable to respond to you text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. Please use gate code "6568" (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Site 2 faces the sunset

95%
(129)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Pitch your tent in our private sanctuary. For RV and Trailer we have another listing (same property) it is on the first page in small print.   Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  Please note that because we are on a highway there is road noise and may cause some campers to not be happy as seen in reviews. We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, if you are arriving in an RV as we want to make sure that we are here to guide you to the appropriate camping spot. Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. Children under 5 free up to two children If we are unable to respond to you text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. Please use gate code "6568" (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Site 3 in the woods.

95%
(117)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Pitch your tent in our private sanctuary. For RV and Trailer we have another listing (same property) it is on the first page in small print.   Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  Please note that because we are on a highway there is road noise and may cause some campers to not be happy as seen in reviews. We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, if you are arriving in an RV as we want to make sure that we are here to guide you to the appropriate camping spot. Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. Children under 5 free up to two children If we are unable to respond to you text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. Please use gate code "6568" (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Site 7 Secluded- allow two vehicles

95%
(99)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
This on the east side of the property and on the back fence line, it is farther away from the portable toilets and shower. This is the most secluded tent site. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. We allow up to two vehicles at this tent site. NO TRAILERS
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Site 5 Raised Tent Platform

98%
(65)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Pitch your tent in our private sanctuary. For RV and Trailer we have another listing (same property) it is on the first page in small print.   Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  Please note that because we are on a highway there is road noise and may cause some campers to not be happy as seen in reviews. We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, if you are arriving in an RV as we want to make sure that we are here to guide you to the appropriate camping spot. Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. up to two children If we are unable to respond to you text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. Please use gate code "6568" (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Site 6 deck platform

100%
(45)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Pitch your tent in our private sanctuary. For RV and Trailer we have another listing (same property) it is on the first page in small print.   Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  Please note that because we are on a highway there is road noise and may cause some campers to not be happy as seen in reviews. We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, if you are arriving in an RV as we want to make sure that we are here to guide you to the appropriate camping spot. Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. Children under 5 free up to two children If we are unable to respond to you text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. Please use gate code "6568" (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

RV-only sites

4 sites

Site 8 Tent/RV up to 30'

97%
(86)
Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
 Minutes from I-95, but surrounded by the Allapattah Flats Nature Preserve. Located on Martin Hwy, which was recently designated as a Florida Scenic Hwy. Fifteen minutes to Stuart and thirty minutes to West Palm Beach, a world away from the hustle and bustle. Stay with us for a day (or a few if you care to investigate the area). Sit by the fire pit and enjoy the peaceful open sky.  We have two listings, one for tents in the Oak hammock at the back of property and one for larger vans and campers on the west side of of the pond in an open area. In order to respect our guests we do request quiet time after 10pm. If you have dogs, you are welcome to use our personal kennels to keep them in while exploring the area. Horses are also welcome as we have stalls available. We welcome you to join us in your journey, however long it may be. Just let us know, ahead of time, larger vehicles will be in our RV section which is on the west side of pond.  Bring your acrylics and paint the cabbage palms or anything else you may find. Just ask. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase. Children under 5 free up to two children If we are unable to respond to your text or email please reference our listing for complete information after you book. If the gate is locked we are probably letting our miniature horses free range. (the gates swing toward the house) and close the gate behind you after you enter.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 11 Tent/RV up to 30'

96%
(62)
Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
This is on the west side of property facing the pond. Must back into site. Please park diagonal to allow pond view from all sites. These sites are closest to the pond. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 9 Tent/RV up to 30'

100%
(62)
Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
This is on the west side of property facing the pond. Must back into site. Please park diagonal to allow pond view from all sites. These sites are closest to the pond. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Site 10 Tent/RV up to 30'

97%
(33)
Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
This is on the west side of property facing the pond. Must back into site. Please park diagonal to allow pond view from all sites. These sites are closest to the pond. Depending on the season and availability we may have local honey and/or firewood available for purchase.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

97%· 1.1K reviews

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  • Review summary

    Generated from real Hipcamper reviews

    Camping at Christine & Cal's offers a genuine taste of old Florida with its serene and natural environment. Guests rave about the peaceful atmosphere, friendly miniature horses, and welcoming hosts. While some reviewers noted issues like road noise and cleanliness of porta potties, the overall experience is described as tranquil and enjoyable. It's a spot where nature lovers can unwind, with the added charm of animal sounds and clear skies at night.

  • Grace W.

    Tent camped at Site 2 faces the sunset, Sept 2026.

    Recommends

    They were really sweet and worked with my requests

  • Max D.

    Tent camped at Site 5 Raised Tent Platform, Aug 2026.

    Recommends

    Great place to camp very calm close to the road depending on what campsite your on and wake up to 2 ponys roaming around the porta potties weren’t in the best condition clean wise and the shower water had a foul smell but aside from that the actual camping experience was great lovely owners and quick response from them

  • Recommends

    The place has wonderful energy. The land is clear and clean. The trees are beautiful. I love the peace and the fire. Being able to shower is great. Everyone deserves to experience and enjoy A taste of Old Florida.

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Amenities

  • Fire pitsFirepit, Communal
  • Portable toilets
  • Potable waterSpigot, Hose, Pump or well
  • ShowersHot water
  • Picnic tables
  • Trash disposalRecycling bin, Trash bin
  • No electricity hookup
  • No water hookup
  • No wifi
  • No laundry
  • No cooking equipment
  • No hot tub
  • No playground

Things to know

  • 2WD accessiblePark at your site.
  • Pet-friendlyOn leash.
  • Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
  • Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
  • Cancellation policyFull refund 24 hours before check in time starts.
  • Check-in and check-outCheck-in between 2pm – 7pm. Check-out times vary by site.
  • Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead. Stay up to 14 nights.

Location

Palm City, Martin, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Christine & Cal H.Joined February 2018100% response rateResponds within 3 hours

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