Kindness!

98%

53 reviews

· Guilford, Windham, Vermont

284 acres hosted by Janet Kight P.

2 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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"Discover our historic homestead dating back to 1785, nestled on 284 stunning acres of diverse forest and fields. With miles of trails for mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, birdwatching, and forest bathing, there's plenty to explore. The picturesque Broad Brook meanders through small swimming holes, offering a tranquil spot to observe wildlife. The area is perfect for birdwatching, and you'll encounter a variety of flora and fauna as you wander along miles of ancient stone walls. Bring your horses to enjoy the numerous trails and fields. Our location also provides an excellent opportunity for stargazing in the dark night sky. If you're feeling adventurous, try panning for gold in Broad Brook – campers are welcome to borrow our panning equipment. Please note that campfire wood bundles can be pre-ordered for delivery to your campsite. When bringing firewood, ensure it has been certified heat-treated at 71°C (160°F) for 75 minutes at an approved treatment facility, and labeled with the producer's name and address. Vermont prohibits the entry of out-of-state firewood to protect its natural and agricultural resources from invasive tree pests. Alternatively, you can purchase certified firewood from stores like Tractor Supply, Lowes, and local retailers."Explore our historic circa 1785 homestead situated on 284 gorgeous acres of mixed forest and fields. There are miles of trails to explore. Excellent for mountain biking horseback riding, hiking birdwatching, and forest bathing. Broad Brook is a lovely cool brook that cascades through small swimming holes. Sit by our beaver pond and watch all the wildlife. Excellent bird watching, all kinds of flora and fauna. Miles of ancient stone walls. Bring your horses and lots of trails and fields to ride on. Excellent dark sky area for terrific star gazing. Try your luck at panning for gold in Broad Brook. Campers are welcome to borrow our panning equipment. * Important Firewood information: Campfire wood bundles can be waiting and ready at your campsite, order using the “Extra” tab while booking your site. Start your trip off right with bundles of firewood waiting for you at your campsite for your first campfire. Vermont prohibits the entry of out-of-state firewood. You can bring your firewood that has been certified heat-treated to 71° C (160° F) for 75 minutes at an approved treatment facility is allowed in, and it must be labeled as such with the producer’s name and address. This is to protect the state’s natural and agricultural resources from the devastating effects of invasive tree pests that can spread to new areas when people travel with firewood. You can purchase this wood if you prefer at many stores like Tractor Supply, Lowes, and many local stores.

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Moon Dance

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 6 m

Get ready for an adventure! This campsite is easily accessible by almost any vehicle. Just take a short, scenic drive along a field road and up a small hill. Whether you have a small RV, a trailer, or just a tent, this spot is perfect for you. Nestled on the edge of a sprawling 20-acre field and perched behind a hardwood knoll about 150 feet from Broad Brook, this site offers breathtaking views and an exceptional setting for stargazing, kite flying, and immersing yourself in nature. Get ready to experience the great outdoors like never before!

RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 13 m

Hey there! Just a heads up about the Old Barn campsite – it's a beautiful spot with a historic backdrop in southern Vermont. You'll find the stone foundation of an old barn, which adds to the charm of the place. There are plenty of things to do, like enjoying a campfire, stargazing, and exploring the nearby trails. Oh, and there's a flock of 17 French Guinea hens that hang out behind the red barn. They help keep the tick population in check, but they can get a little noisy during the day and start chirping at dawn. Some people find their sounds charming, but others might not be fans. The hens are a bit shy around people, so if you're a nature lover, you might enjoy their company. Just something to keep in mind!

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Palm Beach

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Tent site · Sleeps 8

Palm Beach is in an incredibly gorgeous private gravel beach area by the gently cascading waters of Broad Brook. Being that its located right next to Broad Book, if any heavy rain is forcaste we would want to relocate you to a different campsite. Move your tent to higher ground. There are several flat areas to pitch several tents for those traveling with a group. You can cool your selves off in the shallow swimming holes by this campsite. It's about a 200-foot walk and go over the foot bridge to the campsite. DO NOT attempt to drive across Broad Brook, most vehicles trying this have gotten stuck and needed to be towed out.

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98% Recommend59 ratings · 53 reviews

Camping at Janet and Tom's property offers a wonderful blend of nature and hospitality. Guests frequently mention the beautiful surroundings, with serene fields, babbling brooks, and the delightful presence of animals like baby goats and guinea fowl. The hosts are consistently praised for their kindness and readiness to assist, enhancing the camping experience with thoughtful touches like firewood and recommendations. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, one reviewer noted some noise from cars and a wood scrap pile with bees.

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Anne V.

4 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Highly Recommend

Palm Beach

This was my second stay at Kindness. Janet and Tom are accommodating and flexible, and they’re also really good people. I think that they sincerely want to share their beautiful land with others and there is a lot of it. Palm Beach is great spot and a lot to explore up and around the waterfall. It was a little warm so I walked in the brook and it felt great. Next time, I might try another site. I had a meeting and needed a full-proof internet connection so I asked Janet if I could sit near the barn. “Drive right up into the site…” and it is a great spot. Private and very pretty. Janet and Tom, thank you for another great camping experience. I highly recommend Kindness.

Alex F.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

kindness is a fitting name :)

Tent ·

Palm Beach

Janet was so kind and so accommodating. The campsite was alongside a big field and a grocer of trees and the full moon was so beautiful above the site! We originally booked the break side spot, but due to heavy rain the bridge to the site washed out, but Janet quickly made the other site available to us and it was perfect! We forgot a frying pan and Janet was kind enough to share hers and a pitcher of fresh water! We will be back again some time!!!

Amanda W.

5 reviews

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· April 2025

Lovely Vermont Space with Goats!

7 m Class C · With kids ·

Old barn site

We really enjoyed the space for one night. Janet was very welcoming and we loved getting to meet her goat mama and the babies Mario and Luigi! My kids had a blast getting to bottle feed them! The space was by their home but more private than some, as the barn gives you some privacy. We did a lovely hike at a close by environmental education center. We also enjoyed watching her guinea hens! No one was at the tent site so we also enjoyed walking over to the creek spot, so beautiful!

Mia S.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Very pleasant night!!

Tent · Group trip ·

Moon Dance

This site was beautiful! It is a big open field easily accessible with a car but is tucked away so still feels very private- and it’s super close to a beautiful stream. Janet is lovely and was so helpful and gave us so many good recommendations in the area. They have a bunch of guinea's fowl that roam around the property and they are so fun to be around! Janet also let us meet their baby goats who were adorable.

Anne V.

4 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Perfect Campsite

Tent ·

Moon Dance

I actually stayed at the “Palm Beach” Site and had such a great experience. Janet is the best host I’ve ever had. We connected earlier in the day but I had made a reservation somewhere else, which did not workout for no fault reasons. I contacted Janet to ask if I could come there and, even thought it was late, she said absolutely and told me to meet her at the house so she could bring me to the campsite. The wood for the fire was ready for me to light and the site was perfect. I highly recommend Kindness and especially the “Palm Beach” site. It’s a special place and Janet is a special person. I met the baby goats too. So fun. I will be returning. Janet’s place is now my go-to camp.

Marquis M.

3 reviews

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· April 2025

Kindness for sure!

4 m travel trailer ·

Old barn site

My significant other and I loved staying here! From the very moment we booked, we got such a nice, informative message on where to park and where to set up, as well as stuff to do on the property. We were greeted by Tom, and later met Janet and their granddaughter- as well as some hens and baby goats! I was even offered to come help feed the baby goats and omg they were so cute. Everyone was so incredibly helpful and sweet! Terrain to the property is tough, and would recommend 4WD but we were 100% satisfied!

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