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Bay Forest Retreat

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· Navarre, Santa Rosa, Florida
11 acres hosted by Hilary S.
2 lodging sites · 2 tent sites
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Explore 11+ acres of rustic and untamed woods. We are a military veteran family who enjoys the land as a place for family and friends to explore, camp, and relax at the 250+ feet of the East Bay beach. We do not have WiFi, but we do have 5g service throughout the 11 acre property. Our camping areas do not have electricity. These are hike in only campsites ☺️ Primitive camping is permitted at designated wooded high grounds in the middle of the property. It is a 5 and 10-minute rugged hike in to the middle ground respectively. The trail remains under development, so please bring close-toed shoes or boots for hiking throughout the property (depending on rainfall, there may be mud and water). Our Glamper is a 10x12 canvas furnished tent located a short but rugged 2-minute hike from parking. It provides the opportunity to go camping without having to pack the tent. Our location is minutes from the Emerald Coast - 7 mins to Navarre Beach, - 30 mins to Pensacola Beach, - 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, - 45 mins to Fort Pickens, - 50 mins to NAS Pensacola, - 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, - 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, - 40 mins to Destin. Recommended local restaurants: St. Michael's Brewery which has rotating food trucks and is family friendly, Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Andy D's on Navarre Beach, Stripe's Pub, Johnny Huston's, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, The Eatery food truck park, Top’s Burgers, and New York Pizza Depot. Other sightseeing in the area includes: Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, and Destin History & Fishing Museum Additional activities include: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, and Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park.
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Bay Forest Primitive-BYOT

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Tent site · Sleeps 2
Explore 11+ acres of rustic and untamed wetland forest. Primitive Campsite: Bring Your Own Tent !!! ⛺ ☺️ We only provide a campsite, picnic table, fire pit and porta potty ☺️ We are a hike in only campground. We do not have Wi-Fi or electricity at these campsites. But, we do have RVs for rent. Primitive camping is permitted at designated wooded highgrounds in the middle of the property. It is a 5 and 10-minute rugged hike in to the middle ground and waterfront, respectively. The trail remains under development, so please bring close-toed shoes or boots for hiking throughout the property (depending on rainfall, there may be mud and water). There is portapotty and garden shower located at the front of the property which is where campers will park. An additional portapotty has been added at the campgrounds in the middle of the property as well. Florida Wildlife https://cpw.state.co.us/Documents/Education/LivingWithWildlife/BearDeterrents.pdf There are two adult and one youth kayak at the waterfront beach for use. As a family, we practice "leave no trace" camping methods. Guests are expected to do the same. PLEASE leave it better than you found it. Tents are available to rent. Our location is minutes from the Emerald Coast - 7 mins to Navarre Beach, - 30 mins to Pensacola Beach, - 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, - 45 mins to Fort Pickens, - 50 mins to NAS Pensacola, - 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, - 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, - 40 mins to Destin Recommended local restaurants: Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, Top’s Burgers, New York Pizza Depot Other sightseeing in the area includes… Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, Destin History & Fishing Museum Other: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park * As with any campground, in the off season we conduct periodic maintenance and improvements. So far this season we’ve added an antique style hand pump well and continued trail maintenance. We look forward to seeing you on the trail!
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The Glamper at Bay Forest

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 6
The Glamper is a 10x12 canvas furnished tent located a short but rugged 2-minute hike from parking. It provides the opportunity to go camping without having to pack all the gearmr. We are a HIKE IN ONLY campground. We do not have electricity or WI-FI accessibility in our Glamping tents or our Primitive campsites. We do have excellent 5g cell service. As a family, we enjoy this area to camp, and enjoy the outdoors. The site is located on 11+ acres of rugged wetland bay forest, nestled in Navarre. The site also includes a picnic table, Adirondack chairs, fire ring, and hammock. The bed is furnished with fresh linens. The portapotty is a minute walk and the outdoor garden shower a 2-minute walk. The property does have 200 feet of bay waterfront, but is for those more adventurous to take on the rugged trail. Our location is minutes from the Emerald Coast (7 mins to Navarre Beach, 35 mins to Pensacola Beach, 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, 45 mins to Fort Pickens, 55 mins to NAS Pensacola, 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, 50 mins to Destin) Recommended local restaurants: Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, Top’s Burgers, New York Pizza Depot Other sightseeing in the area includes… Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, Destin History & Fishing Museum Other: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
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The Glamper 2 at Bay Forest

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 5
The second Glamper Does Not have electricity or Wi-Fi, please use solar accessories ☀️ The Glamper is a 10x12 canvas furnished tent located a short but rugged 2-minute hike from parking. We are a HIKE IN ONLY campground. We do not have electricity or WI-FI accessibility in our Glamping tents or our Primitive campsites. We do have excellent 5g cell service. Book with us and enjoy this area to camp, and enjoy the outdoors. The site is located on 11+ acres of rugged wetland bay forest, nestled in Navarre. The site also includes a picnic table, Adirondack chairs, fire ring, and seasonal hammocks. The bed is furnished with fresh linens. The portapotty is a minute walk and the outdoor garden shower a 2-minute walk. The property does have 200 feet of bay waterfront, but is for those more adventurous to take on the rugged trail. Our location is minutes from the Emerald Coast (7 mins to Navarre Beach, 35 mins to Pensacola Beach, 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, 45 mins to Fort Pickens, 55 mins to NAS Pensacola, 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, 50 mins to Destin) Recommended local restaurants: Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, Top’s Burgers, New York Pizza Depot Other sightseeing in the area includes… Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, Destin History & Fishing Museum Other: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
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Navarre, Santa Rosa, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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