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Fairlee, Vermont, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Scott G.Joined in March 2018
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105 ratings · 85 reviews
Hannah B.recommends
January 27, 2023
Big Sky Tent Deck
Scott was very responsive to messages. The land was beautiful. Area was clean. View from the camp site was beautiful!
Elena D.recommends
November 1, 2022
Visit the Farm Rescue Day Pass
So many animals and amazing hiking
We’ve visited the farm for an hour with a day pass but did a quick hike, interacted with the host and some animals. Highly recommend
Dana R.recommends
October 30, 2022
Greenhouse
scott was an awesome host! he made us feel right at home and was super welcoming :) the animals roaming around freely added so much to our trip and the experience as a whole coming from the city!! we definitely couldn’t have chosen a better weekend getaway
Alicia R.
October 24, 2022
Greenhouse
Let me be clear
I did not make it to my destination. I apparently took a wrong turn using the Google map directions I had opened directly from the link on the Greenhouse hipcamp page.
I couldn’t paste my entire correspondence with the host, Scott, but needless to say, it wasn’t what one would expect from a host (ordained minister, life coach, meditation instructor=peace & tranquility).
Especially knowing how stressed I was from being lost & alone 250 miles away from home AND stuck on a backwoods road in the middle of VT with no cell phone reception to call anyone.
Sure I might’ve made the mistake of getting lost, but his response to my message was immediately condescending, snotty, unconcerned, accusatory, disconcerting and 100% opposite of what his page claims to be all about. He might’ve sounded like Bernie Sanders in his response by overusing derivatives of the word “clear”, but Bernie Sanders he CLEARLY is NOT.
Here’s my 3rd and final message to Scott.
“The map I used was directly from your page for the Greenhouse. That’s where the instructions came from.
And I didn’t say to put signage around the entire state of Vermont. Just the road that people tend to get misdirected to on the way to your sanctuary. I told you I downloaded & read everything. The map directions looked pretty straightforward.
You really need to work on your “kindness” instead of patronizing someone who simply got lost.
Pretty sure you’ve taken some misguided turns in your life.”
Sydney M.recommends
October 18, 2022
Greenhouse
Love the donkeys!
This is the second time my partner and I have stayed at Scott’s property. This time we stayed in the greenhouse and it was awesome! Love seeing all the animals and spending time with them
Tamami O.
September 15, 2022
Thoreau Stream Tent Site
Staying on the property of an animal sanctuary was a really neat experience. It was nice to see the animals freely roam.
Our particular camping spot was on a bit of an incline and so it wasn't so comfortable. It was going to rain on one of the days we booked and we had concerns that our tent would get flooded.
Given that additional people were staying on the property, I think I'd have liked to have seen a photo of the outhouse in advance since it was pretty exposed if you were on the trail.
That said, our hosts were very kind and gave suggestions for trails to hike. :)
Jesse E.recommends
September 12, 2022
Thoreau Stream Tent Site
Great sunset
Beautiful sunset spot at the big sky tent deck. Really good location close to lake Fairlee. bring your hiking boots.
Olivia S.
September 8, 2022
Big Sky Tent Deck
Exhausting walk but beautiful site!
We had a wonderful stay, the campsite was clean and well equipped, but it is a REALLY long walk up to Big Sky Tent Deck. If you have to carry anything more than a backpack, you really need to rent the cart. Good experience overall, but we didn’t feel prepared for the walk up.
Morgan S.recommends
September 5, 2022
Greenhouse
Scott and the farm were wonderful!! The land is beautiful and the animals are great to hang around. Scott provides a whole handbook of necessary information and great nearby attractions. It's extremely helpful and makes for a painless weekend away. The greenhouse was super cute and felt safe and sturdy. 10/10 would recommend!
Sara B.recommends
September 5, 2022
Buddha North Tent Deck
Thanks!
Cool spot! Scott was fun to talk to. Buddah platform may not be the best place to stay if you are going car camping, like we thought we were. It took a while and some effort to get all of our crap up there, but once we were moved in, it was great. The platform was invaluable, especially during the rain! Thanks!
David M.recommends
September 5, 2022
RV Site
If you like animals, camp here!
Enjoyed walking out of our camper every morning to the warm welcome of friendly pigs, donkeys, and alpacas! What a cool place. Great vibes and Scott was very an amazing host!
Sara C.recommends
August 29, 2022
RV Site
Family camping with animals!
We loved camping in our travel trailer at Willoughby Rescue! If you love animals I would definitely recommend checking this place out. There were a few other tent campers there and the place was amazingly quiet and peaceful. The animals were incredibly friendly and my 3 and 6 year old truly enjoyed being able to pet some of their favorite farm animals. Scott and everyone we came across were incredibly helpful and kind. I would definitely recommend!
James O.recommends
August 12, 2022
Greenhouse
Really interesting place to camp. We stayed in the green house which is lovely.
Very affordable and all the things you could desire are there. Even a spot for wifi.
Sophie G.recommends
August 8, 2022
Greenhouse
Great for grilling & stargazing
Our experience at this campsite was great! We loved that the site had it's own grill so we could make a delicious dinner and the green house had a lot of charm. The animals were all super friendly as well.
Jack P.recommends
August 1, 2022
Big Sky Tent Deck
Camping with animals!
We had a beautiful time camping at the Big Sky Tent ! A view you can’t beat. Be prepared for a long walk up to the site ! Very steep as well.
Derek R.recommends
July 25, 2022
RV Site
Great camping - with animals!
Camping at the animal rescue was magical for our kids, who loved feeding carrots to the donkeys and pigs. Scott was an excellent host, who made sure we felt welcome and had everything we need. He even taught us some things about RV camping that we didn't already know. We're already planning a return trip!
Annie L.recommends
July 24, 2022
Greenhouse
So much fun!
Great location! Bradford has a fun downtown, lots of beautiful scenery, as well as lake Morey! Loved all of the animals. Definitely recommend hiking Black Mountain like Scott recommend. Also, check out Woodstock and Quechee on your way out!
Laurie C.recommends
July 24, 2022
RV Site
We enjoyed our stay at the farm! The animals are very friendly, we fed them and enjoyed the landscape. We stayed at the RV spot and the electrical and water hookups were great, especially since it was hot, we appreciated being able to use our AC. Anyone who is wanting a unique camping experience and loves the outdoors should stay here.
Christy D.recommends
July 5, 2022
Big Sky Tent Deck
Our stay was awesome, big sky is the most beautiful campsite we’ve ever been to and Scott was such a generous, kind, and accommodating host! All of his recommendations were helpful and made our stay so special. We will be back forsure. Thanks for such a fun time.
Jenny C.recommends
June 15, 2022
Visit the Farm Rescue Day Pass
The happiest place!
The farm is everything I can ask as an animal lover. The pigs, donkeys, alpacas, sheep are all super friendly and happy. The environment is so peaceful. Some of the rescued animals are available for adoption. Will definitely go again!
Sam D.recommends
May 31, 2022
Grandmother Pine Tent Deck
Scott's farm was amazing! We camped out at one of the tent decks, everything was awesome, highly recommend! There are some amazing views on the property and the animals are extremely friendly.
Emily A.recommends
April 14, 2022
Grandmother Pine Tent Deck
I camped the first night on the Grandmother Pine Tent Deck. It was a crisp but beautiful evening and I arrived near to dark, so I only really more fully encountered all the animals when I woke the next morning and walked around (and got to feed the llamas, donkeys, and pigs!). The next evening I heard it was going to be pouring, so Scott very graciously let me switch to the greenhouse -- which being 100% made of windows, is a gorgeous place to listen to and watch a rainstorm. I very much enjoyed my stay.
Carmen R.recommends
April 3, 2022
Greenhouse
Weekend at the Greenhouse
I want to start by saying that Scott was amazing he was super informative and help me by knowing exactly where I had to go because we were arriving in the dark and even with information about things to do in the area
The farm is just that a working farm but the animals they are super cute and friendly we had the pleasure of staying in the greenhouse which is totally off-grid and a great experience
Derek F.recommends
December 14, 2021
Greenhouse
This place was great, the host was great, views up at the top of the mountain were great, animals were very friendly, Lily the pig was my best friend. I would roccomend this place 100%. Just understand its a farm not a petting zoo so the animals are just strolling around. Its what makes it a great place
Candice C.recommends
November 18, 2021
RV Site
Loved every minute
What a fun adventure. Beautiful, safe, comfortable and engaging. The entire crew was amazing (including Lilly the pig). We will definitely be going back.
Erik J.recommends
November 14, 2021
RV Site
Paradise for animal lovers!!!
It was the perfect place for our family to land and play this weekend despite cold November rains. Our daughter is animal crazy and she lived a dream come true with the world’s friendliest donkeys who let her hug and pet them for literally hours. We had a little fire in the circle, our son practiced his archery, and we fed sheep, alpacas, and, of course, donkeys. Scott was lovely and helpful. He’s got a great thing going there. We’ll be back.
Kaitlyn R.recommends
October 11, 2021
Grandmother Pine Tent Deck
Scott was really welcoming and helpful! Our site was extremely private and we had everything we needed. We really enjoyed seeing all of the rescue animals on the land!
Joseph R.recommends
September 30, 2021
RV Site
Wonderful, Relaxing Experience
This is a great place! Scott was very friendly, as were the animals. My wife loved feeding the herd! (Bring carrots, lettuce, and apples!) Once you were done feeding them, the animals would get the message and never pestered us.
The overall vibe was very relaxed and peaceful. The wind-chimes near the main house were perfect for mid-afternoon naps.
When not feeding the animals or napping in the sun, we wandered around the land and found a ton of cool “easter eggs” hidden around the farm. If you go, try to find all of the Buddhas, including the huge one in the woods! Every time we took a walk around the land, we’d find ones we missed earlier.
FYI: There is no cell service, but the wifi works fine. It will make things easier if you are already set up for the wifi (ie have the password saved or written down). Scott sends that out prior to arrival. That being said, we didn’t have any problem with our GPS finding the place and it’s pretty easy to find from 91, even if we did lose GPS. Scott will also give you directions with the welcome packet you get before arrival.
Overall: A+ experience, and definitely recommended for anyone trying to relax off the beaten path.
Joseph H.recommends
September 28, 2021
RV Site
Tranquil, exceptional experience
An amazing place and wonderful time. Couldn’t be more accommodating. We want to come back for more. Peaceful and tranquil, we’d have to say one of the most enjoyable places we’ve stayed.
Dinesh R.recommends
September 5, 2021
Greenhouse
We went late at night but we got clear instructions from the host about the location and how to find the site. We booked the green house for the night which is built with just glass. The view of the stars at night is amazing and such a cool experience. The farm has some sheeps,donkeys and alpacas to entertain us. Overall a very good stay and would recommend. Make sure you have enough toilet paper and drinking water in hand.
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