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THE Farmstay for Animal Lovers!

98%

21 reviews

· Keystone Heights, Putnam, Florida

20 acres hosted by Elaine W.

3 lodging sites · 1 RV/tent site · 4 RV sites · 2 tent sites

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Rooterville is a nonprofit sanctuary, home to approx 100 rescued farm animals of all types, THEY make it an amazing place to visit! When you stay with us, you are welcome to explore the sanctuary and interact with the animals. The only place off limits is our cow pasture. But you can book a cow cuddle if you'd like to go in and interact with the cows, especially the Highland cow. It is a wonderful experience for the cow lovers. Come on out to the country for the experience of a lifetime interacting with sweet farm animals in luxury accommodations or bring your own RV or a tent and "rough" it in your choice of spots on our beautiful 20 acre property surrounded by lots of amazing wild creatures of all sorts and our friendly animal ambassadors. We have butterfly gardens, one with a bee hive, and we're surrounded by natural woodlands in a convenient yet private and peaceful setting. Maybe you'll spot a bald eagle getting a meal from our ponds! There's so much to see and enjoy right here at the sanctuary, we have over 100 rescued animals who can't wait to meet you and maybe bum a snack from you too. You are welcome to bring snacks to feed the animals or buy some from our gift shop. If you get bored, there is plenty to do nearby: Goldhead Park, a paved Bike Trail, Jacksonville, St Augustine, High Springs, Ocala and Gainesville are all within an hour's drive. Melrose is quaint and rural. We don't rush here. Except at feeding time! You'll get to experience that too if you get out early enough. (9AM) We can't wait to meet you! You'll come as a guest and leave as a friend! No smoking in our units, no pets due to our animals and our Anatolian guard dog who will love you but not a pooch they don't know. CAMPERS & RV's, NO ADMITTANCE TO THE SANCTUARY FOR BOOK-IN AFTER 10PM WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION, please be considerate of the owner and others here trying to sleep! You are welcome to come and go as you please after you are here of course. Campers and RV's especially will need to be considerate of other guests on the property when setting up after dark. We have space in the front of the property to boondock for late campers' arrival and we'll get you into the sanctuary and set up in the AM if you get here late.

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98% Recommend27 ratings · 21 reviews

Terry M.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

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What an amazing stay. The wagon was beautiful and clean. We had everything that we needed and the beds were very comfy. We loved sitting by the fire pit and enjoying the nature around us. I really loved feeding the animals and having them roam around freely around you was a treat ! Elaine was a lovely host and very attentive. I would definitely go back! Thank you Elaine for a wonderful weekend.

Marina S.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Without hesitation, go

Tent · With kids ·

Camp with the Critters by a Pond

What a gem of a place. All the farm animals wandering around, with as much right to be there as any human. A chance to hang out, get to know them, pet them, feed them even, and nourish cross species relationships. :-) my partner and children and I loved this place. I would love to return again.

Roberta K.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Girls weekend

Covered Wagon Glamping for 2, #2

It was AMAZING!! We stayed in the Wagon #2 it was clean had very nice bathrooms, comfortable bed everything you could ask for. Loved feeding the animals and got to help brush the horses. Elaine was an amazing host and workers were more then helpful with questions and telling you about the animals and how some got lucky to make it to Elaine’s farm. Would definitely do it again!

Debora S.

2 reviews

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· February 2025

Just book it!

Tent ·

Camp with the Critters by a Pond

Beautiful place, awesome host. Would love to come back someday and visit all the animals friends.

Anthony T.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

Covered Wagon Glamping for 2 #1

This was an amazing stay! I was so happy with everything! The covered wagon for two was the perfect getaway and was more than I could have ever expected. Will definitely return!!!! Elaine is a gracious host and we were well taken care of.

Natia O.

9 reviews

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· January 2025

Animals galore!

7 m Class C · With kids ·

RV Farm Experience with Pond View

Wonderfully upkept camp with tons of animals to hang out with. Very fun for the kids to pet the pigs and turkeys, we would stay again for sure!

Location

Keystone Heights, Putnam, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Elaine W.

Joined in March 2016

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