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Grand Paws Farm Site 1

Hosted by Terry · Craftsbury Common, Vermont

6 guests max

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13 reviews

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All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Learn more about this land; If you know about the NorthEast Kingdom, you know how beautiful it is here. I have told my wife many times the green is a little greener here in the NEK. My grandfather was a real Vermonter. The best I can remember is that he mainly dealt with horses and bought and sold land. I am sure that he had thousands of acres and I have the last eleven acres in the Martin name. We have many Vermont stories of my grandfather that I would love to share with you. The campsite is set up with a platform for a tent and a fire ring. You will see the brook and woods. You might want to fish for brook trout but make sure you have a fishing license. Or maybe you like to hike here on the property or nearby. The Outdoor Center and the woodlot about a mile away.If you know about the North East Kingdom, you know how beautiful it is here. I have told my wife many times the green is a little greener here in the NEK. My Grandfather bought this land many years ago. The best I can remember is that he mainly dealt with horses and bought and sold land. I am sure that he had thousands of acres and I have the last eleven acres in the Martin name. We have many Vermont stories of my grandfather that I would love to share with you. When you walk to the camp site you will see an old school bus that my grandfather used to use for a hunting camp. The campsite is set up with a platform for a six person tent and a fire ring. There are a couple of flat spots if needed for a couple of smaller tents. You will see the brook and woods. You might want to fish for brook trout but make sure you have a fishing license. Or maybe you like to hike here on the property or nearby. The Outdoor Center and the woodlot about a mile away.

What to expect

Short walk to site

Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (1-5 mins)

Tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private

Toilet available

Portable toilet. About 4 minutes walk!

Pets allowed

On leash. You are responsible for clean up after your dog even in the woods

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from river or stream. 60 years ago we used to drink the water from the brook. Our parents would drop us off top of the mountain and we would fish the brook rigth down to Rt 14. I would recommend that you purify the water now

No showers

Bathe in river or stream. Must use environmental safe soap

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

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Grand Paws Site 1

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Tent site · Sleeps 6

If you know about the North East Kingdom, you know how beautiful it is here. I have told my wife many times the green is a little greener here in the NEK. My Grandfather bought this land many years ago. The best I can remember is that he mainly dealt with horses and bought and sold land. I am sure that he had thousands of acres and I have the last eleven acres in the Martin name. We have many Vermont stories of my grandfather that I would love to share with you. When you walk to the camp site you will see an old school bus that my grandfather used to use for a hunting camp. The campsite is set up with a platform for a six person tent and a fire ring. There are a couple of flat spots if needed for a couple of smaller tents. You will see the brook and woods. You might want to fish for brook trout but make sure you have a fishing license. Or maybe you like to hike here on the property or nearby. The Outdoor Center and the woodlot about a mile away.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Reviews

100% Recommend13 ratings · 13 reviews

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· October 2026

Tent

Very nice spot with a friendly host! Beautiful creek side camp spot

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· September 2026

Tent

Lovely site. Very peaceful and remote. Even on the property we never heard a single peep from any of the houses. There is lots of tree cover so be prepared for lots of lights when it gets dark. Otherwise, enjoy the campfire, the adorable and peaceful stream while you sleep, and maybe even a black bear sighting if you are lucky! Ruth is very kind and welcoming as well. Note: no trash services on premises

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· September 2026

Tent · With kids

We had a great time. Very quiet and peaceful. We will definitely return!

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· September 2026

Grand Paws Site 1

Tent

What a special place my GF and I discovered, thanks to Ruth and Terry allowing us to camp on their land! If you are looking for a beautiful spot to camp with immense privacy, then this is your next booking. Ruth was amazing, polite, and very kind! We will certainly be back as it doesn’t get much better than this when it comes to camping!

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· August 2026

Tent

great spot! quiet and private. super nice hosts 💯🫶

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· June 2026

10/10

Tent

Very nice and quiet campground with a little river along. The owners are very nice and welcoming. 10/10 will go back and would recommend to anyone who loves camping

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· September 2025

Tent

Great camping spot! Felt spacious with leveled area to pitch tent. The forest is gorgeous and I enjoyed exploring and sitting by the stream adjacent to camp. Private latrine is a short walk up the road you drive to camp. Another camper mentioned having trouble turning around on the road you drive to the camp; I have a Honda Fit and was able to turn around.

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· August 2025

Camping with a brook!

Tent

The scenery here is absolutely beautiful. I also wanted to personally thank the hosts for making my weekend stay amidst a fire ban and dry camping conditions still very much enjoyable. The spot is exceptionally private and serene. I loved the private access to the brook and so did one of my dogs. Even in dry conditions, the brook is still lovely. There’s a path the host will lead you down to the campsite. Due to how tight it is, it might not be possible to turn around and you will have to reverse back up the path (about 200 feet or so). Just FYI.

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· October 2024

Hidden Gem

Tent

Second visit with Terry and Ruth. The site was even more picturesque than I remembered. Can't recommend this spot highly enough.

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· August 2024

Tent

Peaceful campsite, was able to relax. The site is beautiful

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· June 2024

Tent · With pets

My family loved our time! The babbling brook acted as a lovely playground for my two little girls AND a sound machine for sleeping. The site was tidy and had wood for us to use for fires. Ruth was so kind and showed us all that we needed to know. It was peaceful. No other sites around. Just our own little spot set in the woods. Would come back!

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· April 2024

Tent · With pets

This site was so beautiful and private, I will definitely be back. I came out for the eclipse, and even though it was technically the off season, Ruth was super accommodating and walked me out to the site anyway. It was in great condition, new tent platform, new picnic table/bench, new fire ring. I slept really well, especially with the sounds from the brook that runs next to the site. I was vising my kid at the college, so I didn't need to use the facilities at the camp, but there was a port-a-potty near the head of the trail that leads to the campsites.

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· October 2023

True Vermont Oasis

Tent

Terry and Ruth are amazing hosts. The campsite is as private as anyone could want. Surrounded by mature Maple trees and with a babbling brook to lull you to sleep and a nice firepit the campsite couldn't be more picturesque. I was attending a professional conference at the Craftsbury Outdoor center and this site, only minutes away, made for a wonderful and very affordable trip.

Location

Craftsbury Common, Orleans, Vermont, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

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