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Happy Hollow Homestead

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· Marengo, Orange, Indiana
30 acres hosted by Kerry B.
4 lodging sites · 20 RV/tent sites
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Family-friendly
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Best in Indiana: 1st place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
We now have 3 buildings for rent. The Cozy Camping Cottage, the Camping Cabin and the newest addition is our A-frame which is the most secluded spot on the land. - Voted best Hipcamp in Indiana to visit for 6 years. - Listed on Rachael Ray Magazine's "8 of America's Coolest Campgrounds" We offer a "Camping Cabin", The "Cozy Camping Cottage" or tent camping in Black Walnut Grove, in an open field, in the woods, or a shady grove. We like to interact with people or you can keep to yourself and have a quiet getaway in the woods. Sorry, but the tree house isn't available to rent since it is my home. I may rent it out in the future. Also in progress is the "Dome" We are on a solar powered, off the grid 30 acre homestead that has 24 acres of wooded land and 6 acres of groomed land. Come explore our land and relax in the "Tree Web", see the 2 story tree house that I live in, have fun on the tire swing, or just sit and enjoy all that nature has to offer. You can explore our interesting topography that has close to 100 foot of elevation changes, our (mostly) dry creek system that starts with 2 springs that drain into 3 sinkholes or walk 3 miles of trails (if you follow each trail from end to end). We love groups - Host your event here or have a group gathering with all your friends and family. We have spaces large enough to host hundreds of people. We welcome pets for camping, but no pets allow in the Camping Cabin. Also be aware that we have 2 friendly dogs on the land that roam freely. - 3.5 miles to Marengo Cave - 7 miles to the Blue River (canoes, rafting and swimming) - 30 minutes to Patoka Lake - 37 miles west of Louisville - 13 miles north of Interstate 64
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Hm S.recommends
April 8, 2024
Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow
Total eclipse of work life!
Amazing campground & an amazing host! We came on Sat for the Monday eclipse & had a great spot. Easy to get to fun hikes in the area - Kerry recommend Hemlock Cliffs (it was great!!) + trails around Pakota Lake (check out the Brewery & the pizza place about 2 min away!) ++ it’s lovely to even just hike around the campground. Tons of nice people (inc Kerry the host!) & sweet dogs running around, highly recommend!!
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Kelli S.recommends
March 31, 2024
Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow
Kerry's property is beautiful. There were trails and plenty of spaces to explore. Kerry himself was also very helpful and accommodating. He left us alone but was alone down for entertaining conversation as well.
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Bryce M.recommends
March 31, 2024
Camping Cabin
Very comfortable cabin. The land was amazing to explore. Having a Hot shower at the end of the day was a huge bonus to everything.
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Jared H.recommends
March 30, 2024
Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow
Kerry was a stellar host! Our family loved staying a few nights tent camping at his peaceful property. Our 7 year old really enjoyed hanging with some other kids his age, up in the 15 ft high tree hammock. They have two very friendly dogs on their property who would come visit and lay at our campsite for a few, which we enjoyed. We bought some maple syrup that he tapped from his property and we enjoyed it all weekend, then got another to take home! We Will definitely be back for another stay!
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Chelsea C.recommends
March 30, 2024
Cozy Camping Cottage
Kerry was a wonderful host! His property is beautiful, a blast to explore and tucked away from the busy world. A perfect getaway for a family. We will absolutely visit again!
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Andrew C.recommends
March 25, 2024
Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow
Amazing location and Host
Upon arrival Kerry greeted us personally and gave an overview of the amazing grounds he has built. He has a tranquil oasis tucked between two hillsides with creative places to stay as well as perfect shaded tent sites. If you’re looking for a place to camp in or around Marengo, I’d recommend Kerry’s place.
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Marengo, Orange, Indiana, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Myaamia, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), Kaskaskia, and Adena Culture First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Kerry B.Joined in May 2017
Response rate: 100%
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