Rough It, But Not Too Rough
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Situated on 12+ acres of fields and woods of a former horse farm in rural Rose Township Michigan, we offer a quiet, serene location for a rustic camping experience with plenty of wildlife and nature. The property has been pesticide free for over 25 years now and in summer the field glow brightly with fireflies every evening.
Lansing, Detroit, Bay City, Saginaw, Fran
Situated on 12+ acres of fields and woods of a former horse farm in rural Rose Township Michigan, we offer a quiet, serene location for a rustic camping experience with plenty of wildlife and nature. The property has been pesticide free for over 25 years now and in summer the field glow brightly with fireflies every evening.
Lansing, Detroit, Bay City, Saginaw, Frankenmuth, Flint, Holly, Fenton, Port Huron, Ann Arbor, and yes even Hell are all an hour or less away.
We have the perfect place to spend a quiet weekend enjoying the outdoors or if you want something a little more active we can accommodate that also.
The Homestead offers a peaceful natural setting that is also within a very short distance from bike trails, swimming, hiking, fishing, and if you are inclined, fine dining, antiques shopping, micro-breweries, pubs and museums. We provide a peaceful, relaxed and fun environment and you will never be overrun by crowds as we limit the number of guests on the property to a maximum of 18 on any given day.
Electrical hookup may be available please contact BEFORE booking to check availaility
We also can provide a unique setting for wedding ceremonies and have an officiant on site.
Contact us if you have any questions regarding the Homestead, if would like further information regarding the local happening and festivals. or if you want to plan a special event with us lease let us know as we can also accommodate group functions with a minimum 30 day notice.
- Check in: After 3PM
- Check out: Before 3PM
- Cancellation policy: Moderate
- On arrival: Meet and greet
- Minimum nights: 1 night
- Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Activities
Offered on the Host's property or nearby.
Biking
Four mountain biking trails within a 10-15 minute drive of the farm including Holly-Holdridge Mountain Bike Trail a 15.6 mile s...Read more
Boating
5 boat launches within a 10-15 minute drive of the Homestead, with all activities including tubing, water-skiing, knee boardin...Read more
Fishing
There are numerous lakes, rivers, and ponds within a 10 mile radius that offer a wide variety of fishing opportunities
Hiking
There are ten hiking area with 10 miles that offer something for all tastes and abilities. These include the Dauner-Martin Na...Read more
Paddling
Shiawassee River Water Trail is accessable from both Holly and Fenton each about 3 miles from Uncle H's as are multiple lakes i...Read more
Wind sports
5 launches within a 10-15 minute drive of the Homestead
Snow sports
Enjoy the Michigan winter with down skiing and snowboarding at Mt Holly, Pine Knob, Mt Brighton or Alpine Valley all only a sho...Read more
Wildlife watching
It is all around you on the Homestead. If you are quiet and low impact wild turkeys and deer are sure to walk through the camp...Read more
Terrain
Natural features you'll find at Rough It, But Not Too Rough in Michigan.
Forest
Open Fields and Wooded areas with one campsite situated in a grove of mature pine trees, one in the woods and one that overlook...Read more
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- Property
- Uncle H's Happy Homestead
- State
- Michigan
- Country
- United States
- $25/night
- 3 Sites