Painted Pony Yurt- Ranch Experience

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· Selbyville, Sussex, Delaware · 5 acres

Hosted by Shelley W.

Bell tent

· 2 guests max

YURTS ARE OPEN MAY 1st - OCT 31st 2025!! ABOUT: Cowtown offers a blend of educational, recreational, and themed experiences that cater to both overnight guests and the public. From themed accommodations to a variety of ranch activities and proximity to the ocean, Cowtown Cabins caters to diverse interests, making it an ideal destination for families, couples, and individuals looking for a unique getaway. It's a destination location where guests can step back in time while enjoying modern comforts, making it a charming retreat for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Painted Pony is one of two beautiful Lotus Belle yurts we have pitched here at our ranch. With room for 2 guests, (children need to be over 12yo and above) there's an outdoor grill to prepare your favorite meal, a picnic table and a fire pit with two chairs are included. Inside the space is a comfy queen-sized bed with clean linens, a sitting area with books and major western-boho vibes. You'll be happy to know the property has WIFI access so you can easily keep up with work and play along with being just minutes from popular beaches. Cowtown Cabins is centrally located and 6 miles from North Ocean City, MD and down the street from Mc Donald's, Starbucks, grocery stores and even a pharmacy nearby! Everything you could want will be at your fingertips. As our guest, you'll have access to our brand new "saloon-themed" bathhouse with year-round bathrooms. Plan to bring your bath towel and bathroom supplies. WHAT TO BRING: -Bring a cooler with your ice to keep drinks and food cold in the yurt. Ice is for sale less than a mile away at a gas station or grocery store. -There is parking available for 1 (one) car only. Please NO trailers attached or 2nd cars as parking is limited in peak season. -Bring bath towels and beach towels since we are just a few minutes away from amazing beaches! -Bring an extra fan in the summer (you won't regret this!) SITE ADD-ONS: Have these items delivered to your doorstep for an extra fee Bundle of hardwood for campfires- $15 8lbs of charcoal and starter fluid for the BBQ grill- $15 Cowtown Cabins T-shirts- $25 Daily Chores N' Tour- $10/ person (feed, water, learn about 20+ farm animals) Brush N' Bond- (horse grooming and basic safety) $40/ one person $25/ ea two people Canvas Painting- (painting farm animals under the oak tree) $25/ person, 2 person minimum Horse Whispering- $80/ one person $65/ ea two people Surprise birthday set-up- Message Shelley to surprise your favorite person Engagement set-up- Message Shelley to surprise your favorite person Rent multiple units- Message Shelley LOCATION: Cowtown is located in Selbyville, Delaware which sits near the border of Maryland and is very close to Ocean City, MD. The property has been a horse-rescuing ranch for over two decades and currently has two Old West mini-cabins, two yurts, a Garden Hideaway Tiny House, and a barndominium called the Swedish Cowboy all available to rent year-round. Cowtown Glamping Cabins will stay open for families, reunions, groups, organizations, retreats, and even the occasional western-themed wedding. The Painted Pony Yurt includes: -One queen size bed with unique southwest décor -Inside solar string lights with remote -Electric multi-speed fan (bring an extra fan in the summer) -Two zipped mesh windows with zipped canvas roll-down blinds -Two large zipped doorways - 100% waterproof canvas tent FAQ's 1. Can I bring my kids? Children must be ages 12yo and up for both yurts (Stargazer Yurt and Painted Pony ) however it's important to remember there is a 2-guest max due to fire code. 2. Can I bring my pet or service animals? No. We are ADA service animal exempt due to safety issues with animals on display that are natural prey/ natural predators of animals including dogs. We also not not allow pets due to this. 3. Can I smoke? The yurts are strictly NO smoking inside, no vaping and no marijuana smoking as the next guest will appreciate an odorless welcome and you'll avoid the extra "deep cleaning fee." 4. Which yurt should I choose? The main difference between the Painted Pony yurt and the Stargazer yurt is the roof and setting. The Stargazer yurt has a clear roof and sits in the open. (Keep in mind elements out of our control like wind, dust, and pollen counts can make the Stargazer yurt roof less clear.) The Painted Pony yurt, has a regular canvas roof and sits in the shade. Both yurts have 3-speed fans included and do not have AC or heat. 5. Extra guests in the yurt? The yurts have a strict 2-guest-only policy. 6. Can friends (not on my reservation) come visit me? No. All visitors here must be registered guests as the public is not granted access here. 7. How far is the beach? North Ocean City, MD and Fenwick Island DE are both only 5-6 miles away. 8. How secure is the camping area? There is a coded entrance gate at the property entrance along with 6 outdoor security cameras that stay on 24 hours a day for guest and livestock safety. The locations are 2 at the entrance gate, barn house entrance/building overhang, tiny house entrance, horse grooming area, parking area, and inside the stables. These outdoor cameras also record at night and are available for any emergency services to review. 9. Are there animals nearby? Yes! Cowtown is named after our unique Scottish Highland bull with one horn up and one down. You'll see “Herbie” peacefully grazing in a nearby pasture along with horses, goats, an alpaca, a sheep, a rare curly-haired pig, a peacock, and fancy top-hat chickens that all call the ranch home. 10. Participating in a guest activity is mandatory here. We have FREE indoor scavenger hunts and the FREE Name Challenge memory game. Our most popular experience is "Chores N' Tour” where you meet up with Shelley to feed and get up close and personal while feeding 20+ animals. Go ahead! take selfies with Fonzie the kissing alpaca, play the rollover challenge with Charlotte the pig, and hay the jumping goats. As a bonus, Shelley will also let you check out the inside of any unoccupied Airbnbs on the property to plan your next trip! Chores N' tour is $10/ person. 1 hr. long. Also on-site, are Brush N' Bond horse grooming sessions, horse whispering lessons, and farm animal paint sessions. Once you book, send Shelley a message with your chosen ranch activity! 11. Do guests have access to the entire ranch? No, guests have access to the glampground, cornhole, and parking area here at the ranch. The rest of the property is reserved for our animal rescue (habitats) and fenced off for safety. Animals are easily viewed from all locations while the goats can be pet and fed anytime if you bring some baby carrots or string beans. 12. What sounds can I expect to hear? Expect to hear typical sounds of nature such as crickets, owls, and the crackling of a fire. In the morning, you'll hear our sweet goat trio, Charlotte the pig, and her excited "oinks" along with the occasional "moooo" and possibly a crow from the rooster and a "honk" from Petey our peacock who is ready for breakfast! 13. What are the check-out procedures? We ask that guests leave the yurt the way they found it (neat and tidy.) We also love to brag about any super clean guests!Guests will have access to the Painted Pony yurt, outdoor picnic table, fire pit with two chairs, the outdoor hot/cold rinse area and the portable toilet. Each yurt site has it's own shade tree. One spot of free parking on-site. To get around car is best, UBER and LYFT can also pick up at our property entrance gate. Keep in mind the belle tent yurt is a strictly a non- smoking space and accommodates two guests only. All children MUST be 12 and over.

What to expect

Bell tent

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Bring your own firewood and charcoal

Toilet available

Portable toilet

No pets

No pets allowed

Showers available

Hot water . Outdoor (non-enclosed) hot/cold rinse area

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin

Picnic table present

Wifi available

No potable water

Bring your own water

Cooking equipment absent

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 4:00 PM

Check out: Before 10:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

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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

Painting Under The Big Oak Treeexperience

$30.00

Join Shelley under the oak tree to paint various animals on the farm! Go ahead, let's paint a fuzzy alpaca, a crazy-haired chicken or our Highland bull!! All paint and supplies are included. The experience is 1 hour long.

Charcoalgood

$15.00

One bag of charcoal delivered to your glampsite

Firewood good

$15.00

Pre-package bundle of firewood

Chores N Tourexperience

$10.00

Feed more than 20+ farm animals from goats, alpaca, turkeys, a pig, chickens, peacock, Highland bull and ponies. Learn about "natural animal keeping" practices vs. traditional and the history of the ranch as a horse rescue. What are we rescuing horses from??? And more animal questions will be answered. Don't forget to get a selfie with our Fonzie the kissing alpaca, feed the jumping goats and try the roll-over challenge with Charlotte the red-haired pig! This tour is our most popular and enjoyed by all ages. Chores N Tour is booked once you check in (and not before.)

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6 ratings · 5 reviews

Bishop C.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

The Goat valet

There were these cute little goats greating us on our way in (safely fenced in, of course), and during our stay they even said we could bring carrots to feed them, which I thought was super cool. It's also pretty close to assateague island and a bunch of local beaches. We'd be out hiking, biking, or beaching during the day, then come back, feed the goats, and watch the sunset. It's a really nice spot and we're definitely going to stay here again. - Great experience overall. We stayed in the yurts, and they were super comfortable and really nicely decorated. I'm Definitely delivers on the glamping experience. The yurts had electricity and wifi, and we were totally able to stream shows and movies with no issues. Really easy to get to the yurts. There's a huge outdoor sink next to the yurts where you can do dishes and stuff. During my stay, there was an outdoor rinse off shower, and it has warm water and everything. It's not covered, but if you just bring a shower tent for privacy it's actually really nice. Shelly's awesome. She's super nice and really responsive. We were able to text her to get firewood and charcoal really easily. The yurts are perfectly spaced apart, so you could probably socialize with your neighbors if you wanted to, but you don't feel like you have to, and you still feel like you have your own space. There were some people staying in the other yurt during our stay. They were chill and we both just kinda did our own thing. Everything was totally perfect.

Katrina G.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Had a great experience! Clean, well kept, and the owner's were so sweet! Would definitely go again!

Danielle W.

2 reviews

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· July 2024

Glamping!

The painted pony was awesome! Such a comfy place to stay and we loved all of the animal friends around the farm! The location was perfect for going to the beach - overall such a wonderful visit. I’d absolutely recommend for others to stay here

Elisa Beth H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Highly recommend

Our first time staying in a yurt, we loved the Painted Pony. It was gorgeous, sweet farm animals, and Shelley was so nice and accommodating! It is designed for Airbnb so definitely the nicest glamping we’ve done yet and would definitely go again.

Sabrina M.

4 reviews

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· September 2023

Would definitely come back again. Staying here made our trip even better.

Location

Selbyville, Sussex, Delaware, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Pocomoke-Assateague First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking