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The Lichen Pod - 26' 1974 Argosy

Hosted by Nance · Freeport, Illinois
1 guest max · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
+ The Lichen Pod is only large enough for single campers!+ Learn more about this land: The southern Driftless Area is one of rolling hills of farmland, prairie and woodlands. The camper is parked near a line of pines with both beautiful light and fresh breezes, located on a working ecological farm. Land is stewarded by an ecologist who grows food and medicinal plants, tends ducks, chickens, quail and honey bees. Agroecological methods used in growing. Woodland, grassland and prairie habitat creation and restoration on going. Learn more about this land: Explore the southern Driftless Region with prairie and woodlands. Lichen Pod trailer is next to allée of eastern white pine and several mature apple trees. Enjoy late morning sun and afternoon shade. Wide open skies and viewing platforms for stargazing. Mown paths for walking through prairie and grasslands. Jane Adams bike path 5 minute ride away for many hours of biking., Bikes available free for use.  Canoe and Kayaks for rent to put in the Pecatonica or Sugar Rivers. Shared barn kitchen with propane cooking surface, cooking utensils and pans, toaster, cooking oil, and myriad cooking ingredients. Two fire circles for building fires. Firewood bundles and fresh eggs available for sale. Boats available to rent if you'd like to paddle a river, wood sauna can be fired up for a fee.The southern Driftless Area is one of rolling hills of farmland, prairie and woodlands. The camper is parked near a line of pines with both beautiful light and fresh breezes, located on a working ecological farm. Land is stewarded by an ecologist who grows food and medicinal plants, tends ducks, chickens, quail and honey bees. Agroecological methods used in growing. Woodland, grassland and prairie habitat creation and restoration on going. Learn more about this land: Explore the southern Driftless Region with prairie and woodlands. The Lichen Pod is next to an allée of eastern white pine and several  mature apple trees and enjoy late morning sun and afternoon shade. Wide open skies and a viewing platform for stargazing. Mown paths for walking through prairie and grasslands. Jane Adams bike path 5 minute ride away for many hours of biking., Bikes available free for use.  Canoe and Kayaks for rent to put in the Pecatonica or Sugar Rivers. Shared barn kitchen with propane cooking surface, cooking utensils and pans, toaster, cooking oil, and myriad cooking ingredients. Two fire circles for building fires. Firewood bundles and fresh eggs available for sale. Boats available to rent if you'd like to paddle a river, wood sauna can be fired up for a fee.
What to expect
Onsite RV/trailer
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 10:00 AM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
During your trip
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Reviews

100%· 21 reviews

  • Melanie W.

    Camped with pets, Jun 2026.

    Recommends

    Our 4th time coming and it was incredible as always :) Can't say enough positive things about Nance's!

  • Patrick C.

    Camped with pets, Sept 2025.

    Recommends

    I had a great time staying in the pod on Nance’s land with my dog. She was a great host! It’s behind the barn and in its own area. Other campers were there and I didn’t hear them. I had a campfire under the trees where I could look up at the fire and see the stars. It was fun to explore on her land. I meditated on one of the two platforms in the open field area. Very calming listening to nature. The barn was nice to use her burners to make coffee and she has refrigerators in there to store food.

  • Alicia S.

    Camped here, Jul 2024.

    Recommends

    Cute, comfy and clean. This is my first time glamping and I’m surprised at how well I slept!

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Amenities

  • Fire pitsFirepit, Communal
  • Composting toilets
  • Potable waterHose, Pump or well, Bottled water or jugs
  • ShowersHot water
  • Picnic tables
  • Trash disposalCompost bin, Recycling bin, Trash bin
  • Cooking equipmentCommunal, Stovetop or hot plate, Fridge, Cookware, Cooking utensils, Dishware, Cutlery, Basic seasoning and oils, Sink or other dishwashing station
  • No wifi
  • No laundry
  • No hot tub
  • No playground

Things to know

  • Walk-in accessShort walk from parking to your site.
  • Pet-friendlyOn leash.
  • Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
  • Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Nance upon arrival.
  • Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
  • Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 10am.
  • Booking windowBook from 2 days to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 5 nights.

Extras

  • Firewood bundle$8.00 per itemStart your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.
  • cordwood sauna $75.00 per item1 hour firing
  • Half dozen eggs$5.00 per item1/2 dozen egg order includes free range chicken and duck eggs
  • canoe or kayak$50.00 per itemper boat/day
  • bicycle rental$10.00 per itemRent a bike to enjoy the country roads and 100+ mile rail to trail path adjacent to land. 7 bikes available to choose from to accommodate heights of guests~!
  • guided botanical walk $45.00 per personJoin host and professional ecologist on an hour long botanical walk through the 5 acre prairie on site - learn the history and both medicinal use of native prairie plants.

Location

Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Nance K.Joined June 202190% response rateResponds within 6 hours

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