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GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

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· Midgic, Westmorland, New Brunswick

100 acres hosted by Gayle M.

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This working farm has been enjoyed for generations of local families. Stay off-the-grid in a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. The historic barns, deep swimming pond, sugar house, and stunning woods with trails that have 2 disc golf baskets all provide ample space, entertainment and privacy for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Learn more about this land: Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to two friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, a horse, Chanticler chickens, three dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 3 comfortably, sleeping mats/air mattresses NOT provided) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. You’ll walk through a horse pasture and a cow pasture on your way to the cabin. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood (at a small fee) drinking water, a private firepit, gas BBQ (bring your own gas!), and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water) and there are solar panels so you may charge your devices or have a light at night. Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is three people. If you come with two or three additional friends or children, there is a tent site available for an additional fee. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests. Minimum stay: 2 nights. NEW ADDITION: A new room, a small annex, has been constructed to allow for downstairs sleeping and writing area. It is fully insulated with a wood stove so this area may be used year round. The annex gives one a deeper feeling of being a part of the woods.Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to two friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, a horse, Chanticler chickens, three dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 2 comfortably) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming, kayaking and zip-lining. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood, drinking water, a private firepit, gas BBQ (bring your own gas!), and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water). Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is two people. If you come with two or three additional friends or children, there is a tent site available for an additional fee. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests.

Activities

Biking

Paddling

Swimming

Wildlife watching

Natural features

Forest

Lake

Swimming hole

Field

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19 ratings · 18 reviews

Maria Laura L.recommends

September 20, 2024

Paws Crossing Woods Retreat

We stayed at Gayle’s cabin for 2 nights and it was lovely. The cabin is in the middle of the forest, next to field with cows. Its a magical place. Gayle was also really kind! The only recommendation I would have is to bring extra lights and candles with you. There are solar panels and lamps but they are not working.

Cailin T.recommends

August 22, 2024

Paws Crossing Woods Retreat

Paws Crossing was the most lovely getaway to recharge. Gayle was kind, responsive, and an all around fantastic host. The cabin has everything you need for seating, cooking, and washing dishes (including a wash basin, soap, and drying rack). Just bring your own oil, spices, and way to make coffee! There is a kettle but we brought grounds and a French press. The only thing we would note for future guests is to make sure to bring lights if you want them for inside when it gets dark! There were some in the cabin but they were hooked up to a generator that wasn’t running / connected so they didn't work. We definitely could have asked Gayle but we are experienced campers and brought a lantern, headlamps, and battery twinkle lights so we were set anyway! Maybe just check ahead of time :) We will definitely be back!

Lindsey A.recommends

July 13, 2024

Paws Crossing Woods Retreat

Unexpected Paradise

What an experience!!! Gayle has knocked it out of the park with this cozy cabin. She had all of the unexpected amenities, like a grill, dishes and bbq tools. I'm glad we had the opportunity to stay here and meet her animals. Perfect location to catch the PEI ferry; just a short drive away.

Jessica M.recommends

May 29, 2024

Paws Crossing Woods Retreat

Paws Crossing is the most perfect little spot. The rustic cabin in the woods was very private while only being a few minutes from the main house. The cabin itself was cozy and had everything you needed. You can really tell the time and attention paid in all the little details that gave the cabin so much character, as well as the upkeep to the property and trails that really made the place extra special. I also especially appreciated how dog friendly it was - my pup had a great time exploring the area, and had his first experience with farm animals, meeting a very curious pony and a few friendly goats. I really can’t say enough good things about Paws Crossing - while rustic, it offered a great set-up with an outside cooking area, fire pit and fire wood (make sure to bring along a few dollars to leave in the organ pipe), outdoor dining table, outhouse, and shower. Gayle was very welcoming and kind, checking in on our arrival time so she could have the buggy ready to help us take our things down to the cabin, and then again to help us bring it back up to the car on our check-out day. Thank you again Gayle for having us to your property, you have an absolutely wonderful place.

Alex S.recommends

May 26, 2024

Paws Crossing Woods Retreat

Paws Crossing

Partner and I absolutely loved our stay at the Paws Crossing cabin! Really enjoyed the extra friendly goats and horses, loved swimming in the pond and the cabin’s wood stove. Gayle is the kindest most welcoming host! 100% recommended

Kristina G.recommends

January 9, 2024

Paws Crossing Woods Retreat

I had the most wonderful 3 day winter retreat at Paws Crossing. It is a very private and sweet and rustic little cabin and it has all the basics you might need, other than bedding/towels. The larger space is not great to heat in winter , but the little Annex on the side has a great wood stove and can be closed off enough to stay cozy and warm. I had plenty of wood too. Gayle was so very accommodating and kind. The property is lovely with tons of opportunities for hiking, and seeing the beautiful farm animals. I would highly recommend this little place for anyone looking to get away to a simple and private off grid retreat in the woods. Thank you so much Gayle!

Location

Midgic, Westmorland, New Brunswick, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Mi’kma’ki and Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking