Beaver Point Cabin

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172 reviews

· Belleville, Green, Wisconsin · 96 acres

Hosted by Dan S.

Cabin

· 5 guests max · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 1 toilet

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Wisconsin: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

DAN is a Star Host

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Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

cabin is an off-grid, 12'X20' insulated structure, with a 7'X8' loft and a 12'X6' screened covered porch/deck. That overlooks a small stream and a cattail marsh. It is in the center of our 90 acres and is very private but near to some rural houses, only our house is (barely) visible in winter and you might see some lights of one other neighbor when the leaves are off the trees. We are 1 and a half miles from the village of Belleville and 5 miles from New Glarus. The Badger State Trail runs across the western edge of our property. It connects with the Sugar River State Trail 8 miles away. Near by New Glarus has many shops, restaurants, Baily's Run winery and the famous New Glarus Brewery (tours daily). Everything can be easily reached by bike or, in season, snowmobile. The marsh is a haven for all sorts of birds and wildlife. Spring brings an abundance of winged migrators and returning residents. There are: sand hill cranes, red wing blackbirds, a number of ducks; buffleheads, mergansers, woodducks, blue winged teal and shovelers just to name a few. The American woodcock can be heard overhead most spring mornings and evenings. The spring peepers (small frogs) are a symphony on their own and they continue into early summer. The woods has many spring flowers and the fall colors are wonderful. In summer there are many song birds like: bluebirds, finches, orioles, humming birds, cedar wax wings, robins, cardinals and herons. Sitting on the screened in deck one can hear a kaleidoscope of bird songs and activity. And an abundance of fireflies in later May through late July and then some. The cabin is off-grid, what that means is: there is NO RUNNING WATER in the cabin and only a chemical toilet (port-a-potty). A limited amount of water is supplied for drinking and washing. There is a sink with a drain in the cabin but no bathroom or refrigerator so bring a cooler. Very limited electricity. There is basic LED lighting and you will be able to charge your phones/devices. The power is supplied from batteries/inverter charged by solar panels on the roof. There are LED lights and a coffee maker. There is NO air conditioning but excellent ventilation and a small, cozy wood stove for heat. If you're uncomfortable or unfamiliar with a wood stove, it may not be wise to stay here in the winter heating season, but we can show most people how to use the stove safely. This is still considered "camping" so be prepared to bring camping gear: your own pillows, sleeping bag, food, drinks, cups, plates, cooking utensils etc. There are carryout options a short drive away. The only thing you won't need is a tent, the cabin is very cozy, warm on the cold days and cool on the warm ones and there is a picnic table, lawn chairs and a gas grill with a side burner. There are a few spots around the cabin for tents if you have additional friends staying. There is an additional charge for additional guests (over 2) but please be advised: any loud "parties" or disturbances and you will be asked to leave. This is a place to enjoy nature and quiet time. To get away from it all. No extra charge for children 12 or under. Insects are a part of the woods environment, if you're afraid of bugs this may not be the right fit for you. We rarely have any real issues, so we're reluctant to use toxic chemicals to kill most (normal) bugs. Normal bug repellent is about all that is necessary. Why we have this cabin; It's a way to share this special place that, judging from the artifacts found here has been a camping area for thousands of years. We want to let others enjoy the seasons; the return of the migrating birds, the spring peepers in the marsh, the fall colors, the silence of a winter day in the woods and the warmth of a wood stove. (many people have found the stove to be their favorite feature) The cabin gives you a front row seat in the middle of, comparatively, pristine nature. Campers will have access to our fine trails for hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and biking. (we would allow a snowmobile from the State trail to the cabin). All campers take note: 1. Please do your best to arrive/check in before dark! The cabin is dark; no yard lights, no streetlights, and if it isn’t a moonlit night, it IS very dark. Some of you are not used to real darkness. We provide some flashlights and headlamps (if you forgot yours) and there are LED lights in the cabin we keep charged for you. Camping headlamps are great for cooking, using the port-a-potty and finding your way around, etc. Bring yours or you can borrow ours, just ask. 2. Take safety precautions with the wood stove and learn how to use it correctly. The only source of heat in the cabin is a small, very nice wood stove. Those without any experience with using wood for heat are advised not to stay at the cabin during the cold season. Those that are eager to learn--we can help you, but safety is very important and you must at least have some basic skills to handle wood heat: using a propane torch, using kindling, splitting wood, operating the stove airflow. 3. Campfires: Campfire wood can be purchased for a reasonable price @$10 for a tote, or @$20 for a large pot/container. We do allow people to bring their own if they are coming from less that 50 miles away. Some exceptions do apply. 4. It has been very enjoyable meeting the many campers. Everyone has been very well prepared and it has been a pleasure seeing them have fun. We especially have enjoyed the families with young children and people with their dog(s). All have been very well behaved and very enthusiastic. 5 Dogs are welcome, but please let us know if your dog does not get along well with other dogs, so we can let others know. We have a young golden retriever that is very friendly and does very well with other dogs, kids and all people. If your dog doesn't get along with others (dogs or people) please let us know in advance, so we can warn others and please, for safety, keep them on a leash. Your hosts, Dan and Anne The cabin is an off-grid, 12'X20' insulated structure, with a 7'X8' loft and a 12'X6' screened covered porch/deck. That overlooks a small stream and a cattail marsh. It is in the center of our 90 acres and is very private but near to some rural houses, only our house is (barely) visible in winter and you might see some lights of one other neighbor when the leaves are off the trees. We are 1 and a half miles from the village of Belleville and 5 miles from New Glarus. The Badger State Trail runs across the western edge of our property. It connects with the Sugar River State Trail 8 miles away. Near by New Glarus has many shops, restaurants, Baily's Run winery and the famous New Glarus Brewery (tours daily). Everything can be easily reached by bike or, in season, snowmobile. The marsh is a haven for all sorts of birds and wildlife. Spring brings an abundance of winged migrators and returning residents. There are: sand hill cranes, red wing blackbirds, a number of ducks; buffleheads, mergansers, woodducks, blue winged teal and shovelers just to name a few. The American woodcock can be heard overhead most spring mornings and evenings. The spring peepers are a symphony on their own and they continue into early summer. The woods has many spring flowers and the fall colors are wonderful. In summer there are many song birds like: bluebirds, finches, orioles, humming birds, cedar wax wings, robins, cardinals and herons. Sitting on the screened in deck one can hear a kaleidoscope of bird songs and activity. The cabin is off-grid, what that means is: there is NO RUNNING WATER in the cabin and only a chemical toilet (port-a-potty). A limited amount of water is supplied for drinking and washing. There is a sink with a drain in the cabin but no bathroom or refrigerator so bring a cooler. Very limited electricity. There is basic LED lighting and you will be able to charge your phones/devices. The power is supplied from batteries/inverter charged by solar panels on the roof. There are LED lights and a coffee maker. There is NO air conditioning but excellent ventilation and a small, cozy wood stove for heat. If you're uncomfortable or unfamiliar with a wood stove, it may not be wise to stay here in the winter heating season, but we can show most people how to use the stove safely. This is still considered "camping" so be prepared to bring camping gear: your own pillows, sleeping bag, food, drinks, cups, plates, cooking utensils etc. There are carryout options a short drive away. The only thing you won't need is a tent, the cabin is very cozy, warm on the cold days and cool on the warm ones and there is a picnic table, lawn chairs and a gas grill. There are a few spots around the cabin for tents if you have additional friends staying. There is an additional charge for additional guests but please be advised: any loud "parties" or disturbances and you will be asked to leave. This is a place to enjoy nature and quiet time. To get away from it all. Insects are a part of the woods environment, if you're afraid of bugs this may not be the right fit for you. We rarely have any real issues, so we're reluctant to use toxic chemicals to kill most (normal) bugs. Normal bug repellent is about all that is necessary. Why we have this cabin; It's a way to share this special place that, judging from the artifacts found here has been a camping area for thousands of years. We want to let others enjoy the seasons; the return of the migrating birds, the spring peepers in the marsh, the fall colors, the silence of a winter day in the woods and the warmth of a wood stove. (many people have found the stove to be their favorite feature) The cabin gives you a front row seat in the middle of, comparatively, pristine nature. Campers will have access to our fine trails for hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and biking. (we would allow a snowmobile from the State trail to the cabin). All campers take note: 1. Please do your best to arrive/check in before dark! The cabin is dark; no yard lights, no streetlights, and if it isn’t a moonlit night, it IS very dark. Some of you are not used to real darkness. We provide some flashlights and headlamps (if you forgot yours) and there are LED lights in the cabin we keep charged for you. Camping headlamps are great for cooking, using the port-a-potty and finding your way around, etc. Bring yours or you can borrow ours. 2. Take safety precautions with the wood stove and learn how to use it correctly. The only source of heat in the cabin is a small, very nice wood stove. Those without any experience with using wood for heat are advised not to stay at the cabin during the cold season. Those that are eager to learn--we can help you, but safety is very important and you must at least have some basic skills to handle wood heat: using a propane torch, using kindling, splitting wood, operating the stove airflow. 3. Campfires: Campfire wood can be purchased for a reasonable price @$10 for a tote. We do allow people to bring their own if they are coming from less that 50 miles away. Some exceptions do apply. It has been very enjoyable meeting the many camper. Everyone has been very well prepared and it has been a pleasure seeing them have fun. We especially have enjoyed the families with young children and people with their dog. All have been very well behaved and very enthusiastic. Your hosts, Dan and Anne

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

5 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, wood burning fireplace, private. Campfire wood can be purchased on site for a reasonable price. Firewood for the woodstove in the cabin is provided during the heating season. We trust campers to only use it for cabin heat not a campfire.

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. We are very good pet owners, you must be too. No aggressive dogs allowed and dogs must be under the control of owner's at all times. No letting them hunt, we value our wildlife a great deal.

Drinking water available

Hose, bottled water or jugs

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin

Picnic table present

No showers

Bathe in river or stream

Cooking equipment absent

Remember, there is no running water in the cabin. There is a sink and large containers of water provided. There is a nice gas grill with a side burner outside and a small LP campstove for your use. The temp gauge on the grill does not work.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Access: Moderate walk

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 9 months out

No wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Follow the

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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

Firewood bundlegood

$10.00

Bundles are @$10 for a tote or $20 large tub. Message Dan to let him know what you want day of check in. (wood for the cabin wood stove is provided during the heating season)

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210 ratings · 172 reviews

Max M.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

With pets

Our stay at Beaver Point Cabin was wonderful. From the beautiful property to Dan's hospitality, everything was magnificent and I highly recommend staying here!

Cathy D.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Winter Wonderland

I so enjoyed my 3 day winter getaway. Very easy to get to from Madison, yet feels much further due to the many acres of woods and wetland surrounding the cabin. The quiet and solitude were just what I needed to work on a writing project, taking periodic breaks to get out and hike the several miles of trails. Where I live/work there's a lot more concrete than nature so the seasons seem to just come and go without much awareness on my part. So I was happy when on Day 2 I was treated to the best snowfall of the season - so beautiful to see coming down in the woods and blanketing the wetlands. The cabin was toasty warm in spite of below zero temps. It's insulated and Dan is, as he says, a wood connoisseur - which means the wood he provides is super dry hardwood and burns well - no problems getting it going. He and Anne are the perfect hosts, friendly and available to help and answer questions while still allowing as much solitude as you want or need. Im looking forward to visiting again throughout the seasons!

Annie M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

With pets

Beautiful cozy cabin in a super peaceful setting! Very clean and comfortable :).

Lawrence G.

3 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Always Restorative.

Hands down my favorite place to rest and recharge. Dan is a fantastic host and he has a ton of knowledge about the areas history. Every stay is Amazing if you want to truly get away from it all.

Melanie W.

2 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

2 thumbs up

Our stay at beaver point cabin was great. Any expectations we had were tremendously exceeded. Dan was a great host. We were met upon arrival, loaded up the golf cart with our things and took the short drive to the cabin. Heard lots of owls and coyotes every night. Sat in the screened in porch and watched the beavers in the creek. Took lots of walks around the many trails, trails were quite maintained and easy to navigate. The east facing window in the loft was a lovely place to watch sunrises. Wood burning stove works great. We were cozy and we were able to relax and slow down in a little slice of nature and stay in a perfect cabin. Again, any expectations we had were not exceeded. Can’t wait to go back.

Michael M.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

Stunning environement

With pets

Dans land is absolutely stunning and only dwarfed by his hospitality. We had 3 days of every type of weather(it even snowed overnight) and were comfortable at all times, and enjoyed hiking every day.

Location

Belleville, Green, Wisconsin, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk), and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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