15 acres hosted by Derek Z.
2 lodging sites
Derek is a Star Host
Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
Activities
Fishing
Horseback riding
Natural features
Beach
Lake
River, stream, or creek
Farm
100% 
12 ratings · 12 reviews
Shavon H.recommends
August 9, 2024
Rocking Horse Camping Ranch
What a great time! Clean and cozy and we loved seeing the animals.
Terra S.recommends
August 4, 2024
Rocking Horse Camping Ranch
We had a great week at the RV! Our family of 4 had a great time watching the horses, goats, and wildlife. We enjoyed the fire pit, and Miller Beach (about 15 minutes away) was absolutely beautiful. Derek was responsive to all of our questions and helped us with anything we needed! We’d love to come back another time.
Nick A.recommends
July 28, 2024
John Deere Station #2
Great experience! Derek & his father were great host. RV had everything we needed from pots and pans to towels and bedding and the main bed was amazingly comfortable. Futon was great too. Full functional bathroom & the a/c and power were a huge camping plus. Full kitchen, fridge, & indoor dining table too. Fire ring overlooking the pasture was relaxing. Free firewood was appreciated. We had fun visiting the ponies, horses, goats, cats, chickens, and dogs. Easy location to explore the Dunes and spend the day at the beach on Lake Michigan. Huge bonus that the host has a hook up with a free private parking space just three blocks away from the Rush St. beach entrance. Also had good food at New York Plate and Miller Pizza Co. in town. Easy to find location. Just over an hour from Chicago. There is another RV on-site but there creative use of a storage container provides perfect privacy. Two Adirondacks around the fire pit were perfect for sitting, as well as the bench swing, and the four top table set was perfect for outdoor dining. Highly recommend for couples or families.
Chana H.recommends
July 28, 2024
John Deere Station #2
Amazing spot! The trailer was super clean and we had everything we needed with a beautiful view of the farm. Loved the horses and goats and Derek was so kind. Don’t hesitate!
K F.recommends
July 23, 2024
John Deere Station #2
My trip started off w/ late check in due to flight delay & Derek was so responsive & understanding from the start. The RV was really nice & had everything we needed. We appreciated the attention to detail such as having wood cut including kindling, gas grill, beach access. The animals were so close & it was really enjoyable/change of pace to be around them.
Gary isn’t the greatest area, be careful around there. There weren’t a lot of reviews here but Derek is AIRBNB host property listed there too. & he hashumdreds of great reviews from other listings in US. I think this is newer listing.
Hoang V.recommends
July 8, 2024
John Deere Station #2
I love the campsite! Derek and his wife were so friendly! The room was clean and organized! My friends and I had a BBQ and fire camp, in which the host prepared the woods and BBQ grill place for us. We also had a chance to go surround and visit the animals. They are training the horses for riding purposes so hopefully, ppl can have that service sooner. Definitely recommend you camping here!
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