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    The Swim Pond at Olin Springs

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    13 reviews
     · Mount Vision, Otsego, New York · 5.4 acres
    Hosted by Gerry O.
    3 Vehicle/Tent sites
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    The property was historically used for milk cows grazing and the farmer would put the milk jugs in the main emergent spring to keep cold. Federal wetlands in the back are protected from adding to or changing, but can be explored in your wellies! There was nothing on the land when purchased in 2018. We wanted to create our own lake front property for our retirement. The man made pond is blue clay, spring fed and holds water year round. Is was stocked with large mouth bass and channel catfish in 2020. Please, only keep fish over 12 inches. Learn more about this land: Camp in the meadows or down by the pond. Also a small stream and wetlands to explore. All campers can pick where they want to set up camp.Camp in the meadows or down by the pond. All campers can pick where they want to set camp. Small RVs only in the meadows. Respect and explore the wetlands , swim and fish in the pond. Solar lights are in the meadow. Corn hole and other games available. Campers need to check in at the house before accessing meadows. Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame is 20 minutes away, as is Oneonta, Gilbert Lake, and Edmeston.
    Vehicle details
    Trailer tents, Campervan, Campervans, and Cars allowed
    Vehicles under 3 metres allowed
    Pull-through unit
    Accommodates slideouts
    Surface type: Grass or field
    Surface levelness: Requires levelling
    No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Motorhome, and Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space)
    No electrical hookup
    No water hookup
    No sewage hookup
    No TV hookup
    Generators not allowed
    What to expect
    RV/tent site
    Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
    8 guests max per site
    Campfires allowed
    Firepit. 2 fire rings that can be moved. One older fire bowl that can be moved. Be safe and do not allow wind to blow the fire over the fire ring when the grass is brittle and dry.
    Toilet available
    Composting toilet
    Pets allowed
    On leash. You must dispose of poop.
    Picnic table present
    1 Very Large Table/Benches or split it for 2 sites
    No drinking water
    Bring your own water
    No showers
    Solar hot water
    Pack it out
    There is a brown bin by deck ramp stairs. In general, bring in bring out.
    Cooking equipment absent
    A small grill is available in the rental section
    No wifi
    Laundry absent
    Nope

    Things to know

    Getting there
    Check in: After 12:00 PM
    Check out: Before 12:00 PM
    On arrival: Meet with Host
    Cancellation policy: Moderate
    Minimum nights: 1 night
    Accepts bookings: 3 months out
    Park at listing
    No wheelchair access
    Max 3 vehicles
    During your trip
    Follow the
    Leave it better
    Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
    ExtrasAvailable at checkout
    Ladder Toss Gamerental
    $5.00
    Family fun ladder toss
    Tabletop Propane Grillrental
    $10.00
    Small boat-sized Propane Grill. Includes table protection, 1-16oz tank, and some utensils. Additional 16oz tanks 5 each.
    Headlamp Rechargeable rental
    $5.00
    Rechargeable headlamp is great for getting around in the dark!
    Corn hole boardsrental
    $5.00
    1 set of Boards and Sandbags
    Izard Trail Cabin Tent Rentalrental
    $50.00
    Rental 11-person Instant Cabin Tent with private room. Confirm condition of tent before checkout.
    Air Mattress Rentalrental
    $15.00
    Rent Queen size air mattress. Confirm condition of unit with host before checkout.
    4 Marshmallow/Hotdog sticksrental
    $5.00
    Rent a set of 4
    Fishing Pole Rental poolrental
    $5.00
    Basic Fishing Poles
    Torch lighterrental
    $1.00
    Rent or buy for 2.00
    Reviews
    100% Recommend16 Ratings · 13 reviews
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    Marjoe M.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · August 2024
    Tent · Group trip
    Laura and Gerry are amazing host. We had an amzing time. The pond is beautiful and the area was perfect.
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    Ryan W.
    10 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · June 2024
    Great spot near Cooperstown
    3 m campervan
    The pond was great for cooling off and looked to be well stocked with fish. Communication was great, especially the restaurant and ice cream recommendations. Site is nice and grassy and level and the composting toilet was clean. The hosts' house is visible from the site, which didn't bother us at all but I know some people are weird about that. Perfect location for exploring the area, quick ride over to Cooperstown for the Hall of Fame. Overall we had a really nice stay! Oh yeah, one more thing, the fireflies at night were amazing!
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    Jhoyax E.
    10 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · May 2024
    Tent · Group trip
    My family loved the scenic view, the fishing experienced and most of all, the hosts who were accommodating.
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    嘉文 梁.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · May 2024
    Tent · With kids
    We enjoyed our stay in Gerry’s place. The lake is serene and beautiful. The toilet is clean.
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    Karen G.
    3 years on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · August 2023
    Tent · Group trip
    Olin Springs was a great stay! The field was nice and flat for tents, and the outhouse was modern and clean! The pond water was very refreshing!
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    Yessy Z.
    2 years on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · June 2023
    Tent · Group trip
    Tent camping on Gerry's land in the summer was fun! They had a nice pond we could float in & we caught a huge catfish to grill. Gerry and Laura were very helpful.
    Location
    Mount Vision, Otsego, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Onʌyote’a•ka (Oneida) and Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) First Nations according to
    Native Land Digital.
    To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Gerry O.

    Joined in March 2021
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