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VT Homestead Camping and Stargazing

Hosted by Laura · Townshend, Vermont
4 guests max
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We live on a 30 acre homestead in southern Vermont. Besides our animals (currently 6 baby goats, 13 chickens, 2 cats and 1 amazing border collie), we have a beautiful pond, outdoor brick pizza oven (with advance request we can deliver fresh pizza to your campsite), a lean-to where you can gather for dinner or put your tent under if the weather is bad, gardens, the best star gazing you can find, and a beautiful view. Watch and listen to the birds, hang out with the goats, chill in the hammock, or explore Southern Vermont. We live and work on the property. Our campsite allows a max of 4 people and parking for two cars. Since 2019, we've been hosting campers, earning a reputation as proud superhosts with 5-star reviews on AirBnb. With advance notice, we offer farm-made pizzas from our outdoor oven, delivered directly to your campsite. Enjoy the woods and birds, stargazing, or discovering the beauty of southern Vermont. Our campsite is secluded, peaceful, and provides access for up to 4 people and 2 cars. It includes an outhouse, lean-to shelter, two fire pits, Adirondack chairs, and hammocks. The site is about 200 feet from the parking area, accessed by a slight downward slope. We provide a cart to help carry your gear. Though you may spot us gardening or swimming nearby during the day, your campsite offers plenty of privacy. With no other houses on our dirt road, you’ll be surrounded by nature. Clear nights are perfect for stargazing, and the pond beside the campsite adds to the beauty. Although the site has no running water, we provide a 5-gallon jug with a spigot, filled with fresh well water for drinking, washing, and cooking. You can refill it at our house if needed. If you need a shower, we recommend bringing a solar camper shower and hanging it from the lean-to. Our dog usually barks at your arrival but is very friendly and loves people (she will certainly greet you). You’ll have ample space around your campsite to relax. We respect your privacy and kindly ask you to respect ours. Our house, vegetable and flower gardens, greenhouses, and lawn are private.We live on a 30 acre homestead in southern Vermont. Besides our animals (chickens, border collies, and cats), we have a beautiful pond, sauna, outdoor brick pizza oven (with advance request we can deliver fresh pizza to your campsite), a lean-to where you can gather for dinner or put your tent under if the weather is bad, gardens, the best star gazing you can find, and a beautiful view. Watch and listen to the birds, hang out with the goats, chill in the hammock, or explore Southern Vermont. We live and work on the property. Our campsite allows a max of 4 people and parking for two cars. Since 2019, we've been hosting campers, earning a reputation as proud superhosts with 5-star reviews on AirBnb. While camping with us, you’ll meet our friendly border collie, Stevie, farm cats Walter and Frida, and a lively flock of chickens. With advance notice, we offer farm-made pizzas from our outdoor oven, delivered directly to your campsite. Enjoy exploring the woods, birdwatching, stargazing, or discovering the beauty of southern Vermont. Our campsite is secluded, peaceful, and provides exclusive access for up to 4 people and 2 cars. It includes an outhouse, lean-to shelter, two fire pits, Adirondack chairs, and hammocks. The site is about 200 feet from the parking area, accessed by a slight downward slope. We provide a cart to help carry your gear. Though you may spot us gardening or swimming nearby, your campsite offers plenty of privacy. With no other houses on our dirt road, you’ll be surrounded by nature’s sounds. Clear nights are perfect for stargazing, and the pond beside the campsite adds to the beauty. Although the site has no running water, we provide a 5-gallon jug with a spigot, filled with fresh well water for drinking, washing, and cooking. You can refill it at our house if needed. Our dog may bark at your arrival but is very friendly and loves belly rubs. You’ll have ample space around your campsite to relax. We respect your privacy and kindly ask you to respect ours. Our house, gardens, greenhouses, and front lawn are private.
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.
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit. We have firewood available for puchase at $5 a bundle
Toilet available
Composting toilet. We have a beautiful and clean outhouse made with wood from our property. Many guests have raved about our outhouse!
No pets
We do not allowed animals on our property due to goats on pasture and our dogs. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Potable water available
Spigot, bottled water or jugs. We provide you with a 5 gallon water jug filled with fresh water from our well. We also have a spigot on the outside of our house that you can use to fill up water bottles, etc.
Cooking equipment present
Grill over firepit
Picnic table present
Wifi available
Wifi is available near our house, but it doesn't reach the campsite.
No showers
Bathe in river or stream. There are tricking streams in the woods. If you need a shower, a solar bag shower works well.
Pack it out
Carry in. Carry out.
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be available
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Short walk
Wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
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We live on a 30 acre homestead in southern Vermont. Besides our animals (chickens, border collies, and cats), we have a beautiful pond, sauna, outdoor brick pizza oven (with advance request we can deliver fresh pizza to your campsite), a lean-to where you can gather for dinner or put your tent under if the weather is bad, gardens, the best star gazing you can find, and a beautiful view. Watch and listen to the birds, hang out with the goats, chill in the hammock, or explore Southern Vermont. We live and work on the property. Our campsite allows a max of 4 people and parking for two cars. Since 2019, we've been hosting campers, earning a reputation as proud superhosts with 5-star reviews on AirBnb. While camping with us, you’ll meet our friendly border collie, Stevie, farm cats Walter and Frida, and a lively flock of chickens. With advance notice, we offer farm-made pizzas from our outdoor oven, delivered directly to your campsite. Enjoy exploring the woods, birdwatching, stargazing, or discovering the beauty of southern Vermont. Our campsite is secluded, peaceful, and provides exclusive access for up to 4 people and 2 cars. It includes an outhouse, lean-to shelter, two fire pits, Adirondack chairs, and hammocks. The site is about 200 feet from the parking area, accessed by a slight downward slope. We provide a cart to help carry your gear. Though you may spot us gardening or swimming nearby, your campsite offers plenty of privacy. With no other houses on our dirt road, you’ll be surrounded by nature’s sounds. Clear nights are perfect for stargazing, and the pond beside the campsite adds to the beauty. Although the site has no running water, we provide a 5-gallon jug with a spigot, filled with fresh well water for drinking, washing, and cooking. You can refill it at our house if needed. Our dog may bark at your arrival but is very friendly and loves belly rubs. You’ll have ample space around your campsite to relax. We respect your privacy and kindly ask you to respect ours. Our house, gardens, greenhouses, and front lawn are private.
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No showers

Reviews

100% Recommend17 ratings · 17 reviews

Location

Townshend, Windham, Vermont, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Laura O.

Joined in March 2023

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