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Kalamazoo Haven

Hosted by Sandra · Kalamazoo, Michigan

2 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 78 acres

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Half way between Chicago and Detroit is a city named Kalamazoo. Our place is near the intersection of US 131 and I-94, so whichever direction you are traveling is accessible. Whether you are heading to the beauty of "up north" or running between the big cities east and west, this is a great spot to rest and enjoy some down time. Lake Michigan is a 40 minute drive west from here and if you are a bicyclist, you can ride the Kal-Haven Trail from the trail head about 2 miles from here, all the way to the Big Lake and back (35.5 miles one way). We have trails in the woods and open fields to look over, depending on your preference. As of this year, there is no electricity and water hookup, so tents or trailers with electric and water are your option. We have a bell tent available for a single or a couple to stay. On that same site is room for a trailer or tents, if you want to invite your friends, and we've built a cooking shelter and a bath house that has a compost toilet and a shower with on demand hot water from solar energy. We have a horse farm on the property and offer horse experiences (All our activities are done on the ground near or with the horses, so, no riding is offered) at an additional fee. It is expected that you will remain outside the fence from the horses while you are staying, unless you sign a release and are accompanied by the owner to interact with them. We do not allow dogs. There are two campsites cleared in the woods, for tent camping, and more will be cleared in 2025, as time allows. There will be a bathhouse with a compost toilet and on-demand hot water nearby those campsites. If you want to stay before our build, we will offer a lower rate, but expect you to take away your own waste when you leave or clarify with us where whether there is an appropriate place on the property to dispose of it. At some point during the fall of 2025, we are placing a restored vintage 1957 Ideal camper in a separate area of the property. It will have solar power and an indoor compost toilet, with a stove and sink. It will host a single or a couple who can sleep on a full sized mattress. Another sleeping area may be offered from converting the table, but we are not sure how comfortable it will be until we've completed the renovation.

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Private meadow Tent at the Woods

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 35 ft

Site 2 is situated beyond the Bell Tent and into the woodsy area. It has a tent already set up, a fire pit, a picnic table and a swing. There are no other amenities, which means you will have to bring your own portable toilet until we can set something permanent out there. There is a toilet and solar shower down the hill from the site and if that is something you can get to, you're welcome to use it. There is no water or electricity at the campsites, just quiet seclusion. The cell towers are generally good for Verizon customers.

Campfires allowed

No toilet

Potable water

No pets

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

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Bell Tent on Horse Farm

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Bell tent · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet

Facing south over an open hay field, this 60 ft diameter tent holds a full size bed, a table with 2 chairs, bedside tables, a pitcher and bowl for tidying up without leaving the tent and various seating options. There is a bath house behind the tent that has on-demand hot water from a tank that supplies a sink and shower. The compost toilet has a diverter and is typical for a travel compost toilet. The bath house is supplied with some basics and the solar motion-sensor lights will come on for you at night and turn off again when you leave. There is a small covered cook shelter next to the tent with a grill and some basic cooking supplies. Containers of water will be left out for your cleanup and trash receptacles will be around, likely labeled for recycling, burnables and compost. There is a fire pit near the tent and cook shelter and with all the storms that have come through, fire wood should be plentiful. If you need starter paper, let us know. The horses are fenced in behind the camp and may come up to supervise your activities. There are five of them and they are pretty friendly, but please be careful not to get zapped by the electric fence if you choose to pet the through the fence. You are not allowed inside the fence unless you've signed a release and are accompanied by the owner.

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Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

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100% Recommend11 ratings · 10 reviews

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· October 2025

Comfy cozy

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

We had the most relaxing time. The tent was so comfortable and the privacy was amazing. We loved the shower.

Jason A.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Wonderful! Would Return!

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

Absolutely incredible experience! Sandra was very welcoming and helped us learn the ins and outs of the land before our stay. The tent was adorable, clean, and well-maintained, and the outdoor restroom was also very clean, too. Horses made the stay extra enjoyable! Thank you:)

Maggie S.

2 reviews

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· October 2025

Tent ·

Private meadow Tent at the Woods

It was a beautiful stay and very private the horses were beautiful

Jennifer K.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

Loved the stay!

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

We loved our stay at this sweet farm. Sandra was so kind and helpful- as was her husband and the woman helping on the farm. The bell tent site was very peaceful with a lovely view of the meadow and tree line. We enjoyed an awesome fire at night…. and loved the presence of horses behind us in the paddock. The tent, covered kitchen area and bathroom are well thought out and so cute! We didn’t use the shower, but it was amazing that it was even an option!! The composting/cassette toilet was very much appreciated and running water to wash hands too! The kitchen area was nice in case of rain. We kept our cooler under there and appreciated the thoughtful items available to use. This was amazing glamping with true connection to nature. We hope to be back!

Kate J.

7 reviews

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· September 2025

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

We loved camping here on Sandra's land! The view was gorgeous and the horses were very friendly the morning we were getting ready to go! The only thing that I would change for next time was the bed because the matress would fall in. Other than that, everything was great! Would definitely reccomend.

Christian Q.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

Everything exceeded expectations and Sandra was really sweet. Highly recommend

Shelby E.

2 reviews

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· August 2025

Absolutely top knotch!

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

Everything about this experience was EXACTLY what I needed. Sandra has alot of love for this land and all its natural inhabitants and the balance is something we dont realize in our everyday hustle and bustle of life! The bell tent was furnished with a VERY comfortable bed, pillows and linens. It smelled really nice when I got there! The bathhouse was beautifully constructed (warm shower!). There are some beautifully spirited horses on the property who will sometimes come check on you while they are grazing. And the hammock under the tree was amazing! A nice breeze put me to sleep in that hammock for 2 hours! Anyway, Everything was explained and set up just as detailed and I didnt have to call on her for anything! It was such a great experience and I will definitely be coming back!

Shannon W.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

With pets ·

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

We took a weekend trip for our anniversary and had a great time just relaxing. The horse grazing in the background was so neat! The deer and turkeys coming out in the field were pretty cool also. We hiked a couple trails around the property. Sandra and her hubby were both very nice and accommodating. I can't recommend them enough. Thank you both so much.

Matt H.

3 reviews

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· July 2025

With pets ·

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

Exactly what we needed. Thank you Sandra for being such a lovely host!

Moy M.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Beautiful Farm Escape

With pets ·

Bell Tent on Horse Farm

Sandra was fantastic! Her space was absolutely beautiful and she set us up with everything we needed. As her first stay, she was still setting up the kitchen area, but the tent and bathhouse was stocked and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. A few thunderstorms occurred while we stayed and did not have any issues with water leaking or wetness inside the tent. Our dogs loved running around and having space to explore. It was so nice waking up and sitting in the deck watching the turkeys and horses. We will most definitely be back when visiting family.

Kaitlyn R.

5 years on Hipcamp

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Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

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