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Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
Hosted by Mustang · Eldorado, Illinois
4 sites · RV, Tent · 5 acres
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Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
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(37)Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
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99% Recommend37 ratings · 33 reviews
Camping at this farm offers a serene and unique experience with the backdrop of barnyard life. The site, nestled by a pond and surrounded by trees, provides privacy and the soothing sounds of nature, from bullfrogs to whippoorwills. Mustang, the host, is consistently praised for being kind, accommodating, and helpful, enhancing the stay with amenities like showers, firewood, and even fresh eggs. Visitors appreciate the proximity to Shawnee National Forest and the charming presence of farm animals, making it a delightful base for exploration or relaxation.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
You have a nice private area to set up the tent along the pond covered by trees! You can definitely hear the animals but I thought it was fun! Camped here as a solo camper and felt very safe.
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
Camping surrounded by farm life….good times. Mustang was a great host and very helpful.
Tent camping here is great. The folks I met were all very friendly and helpful. The place is an operational farm with chickens, geese, horses and lots of cats. Directions were clear and straight forward. You are very close to the small town of Eldorado Illinois and they have a great pizza place, mimmos and the Mexican restaurant in town I was told is very good. Very unique experience camping on active farm. Enjoyed it very much.
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· June 2023
18 ft campervan ·
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
Great place with a great view. Initially felt a little weird pulling into the backyard of someone’s place, but was able to have some solitude out by the pond. The sound of nature was beautiful!
My one night stay was quiet...well, except for the sounds of nature all around me. Mustang greeted me, directed me to choose my site and offered the use of a restroom. I felt safe and was lulled to sleep by the resident bullfrogs. I would stay here again if in the area.
The farm made for a perfect spot for our overnight trip on the Tunnel Hill Trail and our first Hipcamping experience. The farm is just a few miles north of the northern terminus of the trail. So much of the land in the area is open farmland, but the property has a beautiful pond with a good amount of tree cover, to provide both privacy and some protection from the elements. Mustang was a wonderful host, let us take showers, which was great after a long ride, and even lent us some camp chairs to sit around the fire, by the pond, which was great at the end of a long day. Highly recommend!
Mixed feelings
· August 2021
This is a sweet spot for a smaller camper. It's right by a pond, and we were happily greeted by the chickens, roosters, duck and horse! Very private and quiet :)
The host was responsive and the oasis retreat was everything it claims to be. I definitely recommend this space for anyone that wants quick access to Shawnee
We had a great time on the farm enjoying some tranquil evenings at the pond, with campfire, and breakfasts surrounded by the lively barnyard animals. The pond with the tree line makes for a secluded setting.
The farm was a good base for our excursions to hiking and biking in the Shawnee National Forest and is close to shopping and dining in Eldorado and Harrisburg.
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· April 2021
Mustang was so kind and accommodating, and the farm was lovely! We got to set up camp right by the pond and enjoy it as home base between hikes around Shawnee Forest. Definitely recommend!
We enjoyed exchanging the sights and sounds of city life for the very different sights and sounds of this charming, rustic, small farm: the crowing of roosters, the cackling of hens, the gentle snorting of the horse. I heard a whippoorwill's unique bird-call which I haven't heard for many years. We enjoyed sitting around the scenic pond and exploring little trails in wooded areas on the property. Mustang was responsive, helpful and friendly in our exchanges of messages before and during our stay. We saw Mustang doing some farm tasks, but we mostly felt like we had the place to ourselves. The gravel road approaching from the east was well-maintained and not dusty for us. Alternatively you can take the paved road from the south with only a few feet of the gravel road from it to the driveway (I don't know about approaches from other directions).
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· October 2020
As others have said, Mustang is a great host because she is kind and accommodating.
There was a freshly mowed path to our site and The campsite had a fire pit, easy access to kindling and was flat. There was plenty of space for kids to run around and the animals were friendly. And a nice space to see the starry sky.
Our site was close to the neighbors house, but because we were the only guests at the farm it didn’t feel crowded. The farm was in a good location for exploring Shawnee National Forrest/ garden of the gods.
We are already planning our next visit to Garden of the Gods and Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
Serene location, nice shower, and an entertaining menagerie of cats, roosters, chickens, and a duck. We cooked up some of Mustang's fresh eggs for breakfast, delicious! Convenient for riders on the Tunnel Hill State Trail
Mustang is an amazing host! The site was welcoming and comfortable. I enjoyed my stay and look forward to the next opportunity to stay here again. Keep up the great work Mustang!!! I strongly recommend anyone who would like a restful respite to stay here :)
What’s not to love. Tiny kitties sat around the fire with us, we kayaked in the lake and we laughed endlessly at a duck who thought they were a chicken. Mustang made us feel safe and welcome. The view of the stars was breathtaking and the proximity to Garden of the Gods and Rim Rock was very convenient. We felt much safer camping here than in the crowded campsite at the park. We are so grateful for our time here.
Mustang was extremely helpful, place was easy to find. Have access to bathroom and showers in her place. Which was very kind of her. The free firewood was clutch so thanks again for that! First time using hipcamp and couldn’t be more pleased. Definitely the only way to camp in the future! Area was close to hiking and nature type activities.
We really enjoyed our stay at Barefoot Melange Farm. Our camping experience exceeded our expectations. Our plan was to have a home base from which to explore the Shawnee National Forest. The campsite was not too far from the trails we wanted to visit (which were amazing!), but our stay on the farm was just as enjoyable. Mustang was highly responsive and answered all of our questions quickly. The campsite we stayed at was private and lovely. We loved having kitties greet us every day and seeing all of the chickens roaming around. We had access to a pool, kayaks, and hammocks on the property. We didn’t have time to take advantage of all of these amenities (because we were out exploring), but had a nice dip in the pool to cool off one night. We hope to use the kayaks on our next visit. We appreciated the time and care that Mustang took to give us a great experience.
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· July 2020
We really enjoyed our stay. It was very peaceful and the animals are cute! We did bring our own grill which was helpful because there wasnt a fire pit. I do wish i would have brought a table because there wasnt one available. My first time using hipcamp so i wasnt sure what to expect. Was happy with experience and will try again! Thanks Mustang!
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· July 2020
Really cool spot! Loved the pool and free firewood was awesome!
Awesome place to camp, Mustang has cats, hammocks, and a pond to kayak in.
Our family really enjoyed our first visit to a Hipcamp. Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm was everything it promised to be, along with the fun surprise of seeing newborn baby chicks! Mustang was very kind and we truly loved the experience! We hope to go back!
The farm was lovely! Sadly we didn’t get a chance to meet Mustang, but she was so helpful in all our communications. It was the perfect place to stop on our cross-country trip.
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· June 2020
We really enjoyed our stay at the farm! The chickens and other animals were very cute and we enjoyed relaxing next to the pond. Mustang was super nice and accommodating. We stayed in the upstairs bedroom which was really nice.
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· June 2020
Group trip ·
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
Mustang is a great host who is accommodating and friendly. My group and I were given access to the pool and shower which we were especially grateful for due to the hot weather. The chickens on the property also laid eggs, which we were lucky recipients of - super good, you could tell they eat well by the rich yolks! 12/10 would recommend <3
The host, Mustang, was accommodating and pleasant. The place was so much fun! Fishing, kayaking, hiking, and even mulberry picking! We loved it!
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· May 2020
Mustang (the host) is so sweet! The directions were easy and accurate even in the dark. Lots of different areas to set up a tent depending on what you’re looking for.
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· May 2020
Group trip ·
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
Mustang was very hospitable and the farm was beautiful.
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· August 2019
Mustang was a great host. She made it super easy for us to you have a great time. Her spots are very secluded and very well-kept. We just could’ve used a little less rain!!!We would definitely stay here again if we were in the area.
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· May 2019
Group trip ·
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm
We had a wonderful time camping! There was plenty of fire wood for us to use, we found a nice little private spot on the property to set up camp. Hopefully we can get down there again this summer!
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· September 2018
Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm was fabulous. Our family loved staying there. All of the animals provided a much-needed distraction for our active 2.5-year-old. Mustang was an incredible host, and we loved getting to know more about her farm and her life there.
It is a close drive to Shawnee National Forest, which we had the chance to explore during our extended weekend stay there.
The place itself was just as described, serene, beautiful and full of wildlife. Enough shady spots for your tent set up, so if you're on the fence about booking - don't be. You won't regret it. What can be better than laying in a hammock and watching the stars at night? It was a great escape from city life and just what we needed!
Location
Eldorado, Saline, Illinois, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Mustang B.
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