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    • Glamping in Connecticut with wildlife watching

    Rolling forests, sandy beaches, and rural retreats give campers options in the Nutmeg State.

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    Popular camping styles for Connecticut

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    • Beavertides Farm
    • Beavertides Farm
    • Beavertides Farm
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    Beavertides Farm

    1 site · Lodging350 acres · Falls Village, CT
    Come stay in our large glamping tent, located in an hidden pasture on a 350 acre working sustainable livestock farm. Wake up amidst the birds, frogs, chickens, ducks, donkey and horses, have breakfast with sustainable products from our farm and enjoy the day around the farm learning about sheep, goats, cattle and bees, on hiking trails in the woods, taking a dip in the creek, exploring the wetlands by canoe, or enjoying the quite around the tent.
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    • Large firepit
    • Taken in late fall..the pathway up to the barn.. total privacy
    • Large firepit
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    Heaven Sent Barn!

    1 site · Lodging6 acres · Chaplin, CT
    Probably the most stunning properties ever ! The sounds of nature abound as do the views. It is LUSH and a feast for the eyes any time of the day or night. Come and camp and experience The Barn! You will have life long memories! Forested hiking trails, bountiful rivers and watering holes, fishing, birdwatching, peace…stars and nature! Learn more about this land: AMAZING STUNNING PROPERTY! PRIVATE! PEACEFUL! Absolutely heaven sent! A place that will stay in your hearts forever. The property's backdrop is the lush James Goodwin forest where you can walk directly from to hiking trails. Fall asleep under the magnificent brilliance of the millions of stars, hear nothing but the sound of crickets, croaking frogs, hooting owls; see fireflies light up the night and fall asleep to the sound of the streams running right alongside the property. Watch the ariel acrobatics of the swallows swoop into the barn to feed their chicks! The two streams feed into the huge Natchaug River right across the street which is great for fishing, or spending the day at Diana's pool basking on the rocks with a picnic lunch. The area and property is perfect for hiking, horseback riding, small retreats, family gatherings all the while enjoying nature at its purest. We offer a Weber grill and large fire pit and outdoor picnic table with umbrella. You can either sleep in the barn, down in the clean stalls, or up in the barn loft. Bring supplies as if you are camping ie bedding, hammock, tent, sleeping pad or inflatable mattress. There is a long wooden table up in the barn loft that seats 14. There are games up there too, (dominos, cards, trivial pursuit etc). You may also camp outside under the starry skies. No loud music. Noise off by 10.30pm please We provide a VERY clean porta potty and the barn has electricity and running (cold) water. Bring a solar portable shower should you need.
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    • Luxury compostable outhouse
    • Ducklings
    • Luxury compostable outhouse
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    Yurt Farm Stay

    1 site · Lodging18 acres · New Milford, CT
    Our 18 acres has been farm land for hundreds of years. After many years of overgrowth, we homesteaded the property in 2012. We cut trees, milled wood and built our homes and barn. We live in harmony with our animals and our crops in a permaculture environment. We are just miles from many beautiful lakes, rivers and spectacular parks. Enjoy a farm stay in our luxurious yurt tent complete with queen size bed and outdoor shower. Meet the goats, cows, ducks, chickens, our pony, Mr. BoJangles and our thoroughbred, Ruby Tuesday, and have a walk around the acre plot of permaculture grown produce. Visit our flower stand, Sunnystems Farm, at the Washington farmers market on Saturdays. Plenty of things to do locally. Visit the many vineyards and breweries, take a cooking class at Hunt Hill across the street, visit the quaint NE towns such as Kent or Washington.
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    • Jack - in the - pulpit native flower seen down by the creek. Lots of flowers in the spring
    • Skunk Hollow
    • Jack - in the - pulpit native flower seen down by the creek. Lots of flowers in the spring
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    Skunk Hollow

    1 site · Lodging30 acres · Ashford, CT
    Secluded 30 acre lot with 3 cabins, two for sleeping and one is a kitchen cabin, fire pit and outhouse. Pond with paddle boat and brook on site. Access to hiking trails along the brook onto public land trust. Close to Brimfield, Westford hill distillery, Fenton Ruby wildlife reserve and other state parks. Enjoy dark nights and peaceful surroundings
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    • Plenty of swimming spots near by to escape the heat!
    • Offsite Cabin Wassaic
    • Plenty of swimming spots near by to escape the heat!
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    Offsite Cabin Wassaic

    1 site · Lodging60 acres · Wassaic, NY
    ***PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION - NO RUNNING WATER NOV - MARCH*** Our *NEW* cabin is located on the top of a clearing in the mountains outside Wassaic. Enjoy swimming, hiking, chilling, fires and sunsets views without any light pollution or street noise. Designed as a retreat for the modern creative, the cabin is fully off-grid but features Starlink Internet, a compost toilet and heat / AC. We do provide 5 gallons drinking / cleaning water, but during the winter no sinks or showers are operable. Nearby towns (Kent, CT / Wassaic, NY) have awesome art, shopping and plenty of food options as well as easy access to the Appalachian trail and Macedonia state park. 15 minutes from the Wassaic metro north station, the cabin can be reach by taxi. The cabin is accessible by car, but may require a short hike in after heavy rain or snow. This cabin is part of the Offsite Camp family (www.offsite.camp).
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    • Romantic Botanical Garden Glamping
    • Romantic Botanical Garden Glamping
    • Romantic Botanical Garden Glamping
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    Romantic Botanical Garden Glamping

    1 site · Lodging2 acres · Southbury, CT
    A Spiritual Garden Retreat off the beaten path but close to civilization. Camping with botanical story book feel. Enjoy the pool. Walk through the gardens around the house. Pick the fresh vegetables and fruit when in season. Tour the town and local historic community. Enjoy local activities within minutes. Recline in the wooded gardens, go for a swim when in season, or head into town. Eat in or enjoy any number of fine foods from various ethnicities. Relax in the plush modern movie theater. Enjoy a local community theater production. Or get in your trills at Quassy Amusement Park. Hike or bike a multitude of trails and paths within minutes. Want to hear live local musicians or go to a concert, we have that too. Or maybe you prefer a museum or art show. Or maybe a winery, brewery or distillery is more to your taste, we have these within in 20 minutes or less from us. We also offer a night of farm to table (seasonal) smoked food such as turkey, beef, pork, fish, cheese and/or vegetables for $70 per person. Don't worry about the weather. Or guests repeatedly say is that even when it rains, it is still a great adventure as the sound of the rain on the tent is just soothing and relaxing. Joan and Chris have been together since 1996 and married since 2000. Joan runs two nonprofits related to psychological abuse and custodial interference as well as dabbles in the arts creating products from recycled and repurposed materials. Chris has been master carpenter and cabinet maker since the 1980’s. The two spend time keeping the grounds and gardens up and going out to dance. They love live music. The property is also the home to 3 cats. While physical check out of the tent is 10am, please ask if you would like to stay later. We can do a day rental of just the pool and gardens for an additional fee of $600 for parties of up to 20 people. For larger events, such as weddings, please contact us to discuss. Please ask if you would like to stay a little later than typical check out time. We often can accommodate. Please do NOT pick the fruits or veggies without asking as often things are not quite ripe yet. When things are ripe, we will try to put a bowl of fresh stuff out for you to choose from. Of course, it goes without saying, Please be considerate and clean up after yourselves. No smoking cigarettes or e-cigarette, vapes in the tent. If you need to bring a pet, they must be well-trained and not have an issue with cats or other dogs as we have 3 cats. Pets are NOT allowed to go to the bathroom on the lawn or in the gardens. They must either go in the woods or in the designated area for this. Please clean up after your pet if in the designated area. Ask us for how and where. We provide a wide range of amenities including first aid, bathroom and shower supplies. If you forget your tooth brush we usually have new extras around. Please bring bathing suits. We do have pool towels if you need them. If you need ice for our or your coolers, please purchase before hand. There are two supermarkets in town along with lots of other amenities in town. Please do not smoke in the tent as it sticks to the canvas. But you are welcome to smoke or vape outside of the tent. Parking on site off of the driveway across from the house. Please let us know if you need a later checkout time as checkout time can be altered to later in the day depending on new arrivals. The pool area is shared with the homeowners. If there is something you need, please do not hesitate to ask. We are pretty reasonable about requests. If you would like breakfast or a smoked meal, please let us know as there is an additional fee for this. We can do a day rental of just the pool and gardens for an additional fee of $600 for parties of up to 20 people. For larger events, such as weddings, please contact us to discuss.
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    Public campgrounds in Connecticut

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    Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground

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    Hammonasset Beach Campground
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    Hammonasset Beach Campground

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    3 top glamping sites in Connecticut with wildlife watching

    • Magic!
    • Humble Farm with Simplicity
    • Magic!
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    Humble Farm with Simplicity

    10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Higganum, CT
    OUR ADDRESS IS #200 NOT #204 THE DRIVEWAY TO THE LEFT FROM THE STREET IS OURS., THE ONE PARALLEL TO THE RIGHT FROM THE STREET IS OUR NEIGHBOURS. Bring your family & friends to camp at our quiet and very modest small farm. Located in backwoods horse pastures with chickens, a dog, and a couple of horses. The property is very spread out and there are 2 outhouses for all sites to use. Your pets are welcome too! Locally there are state parks with beaches, and state forest for trails and lakes, hiking and biking. Or you can just relax and enjoy the serenity! Other attractions include local farmers markets, Gilette's Castle, and the famous River Ferry crossing the Connecticut River with a vehicle across to East Haddam. We offer an hot H2O outdoor shower here for the comfort of out clients. It is located on the back of main house in corner. See map in photos. We cannot allow any wood for camp fires to be brought in form the outside for environmental reasons. It can be pre-purchased for $12 per bundle on this site, or $10.00 cash here at farm. Farm Fresh eggs daily when available for $5.00 per 1/2 dozen. There are blankets and pillows are provided, and linens for cabin or trailer sites. Garbage removal is available as well $5 per bag provided.
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    $49
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    • Water Forest Retreat
    • Water Forest Retreat
    • Water Forest Retreat
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    Water Forest Retreat

    3 sites · Lodging56 acres · Bozrah, CT
    This property has been in my family for three generations. It is classic Connecticut with hills and streams and stone walls. The octagon is a private 122 ft.² that is electrified and heated. It has a full size bed, cabinet and table with chairs. It sits next to a brook on 56 acres of forest with a pond, small waterfall, marsh and 2 1/2 miles of hiking trails. There is a fire pit and outdoor dining area next to the octagon. Out house with composting toilet close to octagon is heated. A great place to rejuvenate in the forest! Dogs welcome.
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    $126
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    • The Sandbox Campground
    • The Sandbox Campground
    • The Sandbox Campground
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    The Sandbox Campground

    3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Groton, CT
    The Sandbox campground was born from The Sandbox Indoor Beach Sports and Events facility, which mainly focuses on providing year round beach volleyball. We bought the property in 2015 and opened the facility in 2019. As it happens, it's a 12+ acre lot surrounded by wetlands, hiking and biking trails ... there will never be another building built within view of our facility. We are surrounded by nature, and will be forever. So what a great opportunity to offer camping and access to all of the forests, woodlands, wetlands and trails around! And if you're up for it, come play some beach volleyball and meet new lifelong friends :)
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    Glamping in Connecticut with wildlife watching guide

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    Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to source for camping in the United States! If you're looking for an elevated camping experience with the opportunity to spot some wildlife, look no further than our 27 options for glamping and wildlife-watching in Connecticut. Our top-rated campsites include Humble Farm with Simplicity (54 reviews), Yurt Farm Stay (45 reviews), and The Sandbox Campground (24 reviews). Prices range from as low as $45 to an average of $145 per night. We offer popular amenities such as trash and toilets, and activities such as climbing, fishing, and snow sports. Let Hipcamp help you plan your next adventure in the great outdoors!

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