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Our new Tree Web. Hang out 15 feet up in the trees

Happy Hollow Homestead

We now have 3 buildings for rent. The Cozy Camping Cottage, the Camping Cabin and the newest addition is our A-frame which is the most secluded spot on the land. 

- Voted best Hipcamp in Indiana to visit for 6 years. 

- Listed on Rachael Ray Magazine's "8 of America's Coolest Campgrounds"

We offer a "Camping Cabin", The "Cozy Camping Cottage" or tent camping in Black Walnut Grove, in an open field, in the woods, or a shady grove. We like to interact with people or you can keep to yourself and have a quiet getaway in the woods. Sorry, but the tree house isn't available to rent since it is my home. I may rent it out in the future. Also in progress is the  "Dome" 

We are on a solar powered, off the grid 30 acre homestead that has 24 acres of wooded land and 6 acres of groomed land. Come explore our land and relax in the "Tree Web", see the 2 story tree house that I live in, have fun on the tire swing, or just sit and enjoy all that nature has to offer. You can explore our interesting topography that has close to  100 foot of elevation changes, our (mostly) dry creek system that starts with 2 springs that drain into 3 sinkholes or walk 3 miles of trails (if you follow each trail from end to end).

We love groups - Host your event here or have a group gathering with all your friends and family. We have spaces large enough to host hundreds of people. 

We welcome pets for camping, but no pets allow in the Camping Cabin. Also be aware that we have 2 friendly dogs on the land that roam freely. 

- 3.5 miles to Marengo Cave

- 7 miles to the Blue River (canoes, rafting and swimming)

- 30 minutes to Patoka Lake

- 37 miles west of Louisville

- 13 miles north of Interstate 64

a great little hammock fort in the middle of  a wall of sunflowers

the black walnut grove is another great place to pitch your tent

the farm is completely off the grid, thanks to these solar panels

Clearing at the top of the driveway.  You'll be right next to the water spigot and have plenty of room for your tent.

Persimmon Honey Hollow

Cozy ramshackle farmstead in the Hoosier Hills offer a chance to get up close and personal with the land,

 through camping, and hiking through the woods. 
 

Not only is Hoosier National Forest located both to the north

and south for hiking and trail riding, but just 3 miles away is

the Rise of Lost River at  Orangeville, a natural landmark.

 Spring Mill State park is located about 20 minutes away in Mitchell, IN, while Patoka Lake is about 15 minutes south of nearby French Lick. 

 For those interested in farmers' markets, Orange County Homegrown markets run Saturday at Orleans(10 miles away) from 8am-noon, and in French Lick 7 miles) from 4-8pm.

Roadside Camping offers beautul open sky views

Onsite parking spot makes for easy loading and unloading. The main house is just beyond the trees and down the hill.

Your view standing in the campsite at the top of the driveway.

Garden at top of driveway, keep on down the road for hiking.

Brambleberry Permaculture Farm

Espri and Darren began Brambleberry Permaculture Farm in the fall of 2003 in the beautiful hills of southern Indiana.  We are primarily a plant nursery, but also offer permaculture landscaping and farm consultations.  We usually have cows, chickens and rabbits, but are currently taking a break from cattle to build better fences lol.  We occasionally have peacocks, ducks, pigs or other livestock as well.  Learn more about us at www.brambleberryfarm.org

Cabin is completely off grid - no electricity, but there is cell service at the location.

Potential tent site in the plant nursery close to "the facilities"

Rustic Kitchen features gravity-fed rainwater (non-potable), and an antique propane stove. 

Antique propane stove with non-automatic oven (oven takes some learning to operate).

"The Facilities" - a composting porta-potty.


Wildflowers abound here at the farm! Look for spring ephemerals in the woods, asters blooming in our pasture, and more.

Nightfall Farm

We're bringing my family farm back to life. My parents farmed here until the 1980's, but couldn't make a profit with corn and soybeans. My husband, Nate, and I moved home in 2014, and started turning the fields into pastures. Today, we run Nightfall Farm, raise animals with respect, and sell pasture-raised meat locally. Come wander the 125 acres of woods, wetlands, and farm. Check out the animals in our pastures, and walk along the Muscatatuck River. Enjoy a quiet fire. Hear the roar of frogs calling in Spring. Chase fireflies. Behold a family farm coming back to life.

Your tent is on a raised wooden platform with a bench...perfect for watching the sunrise. Take off your shoes and stay a while!

The Sunrise Cabin is the perfect getaway on our organic farm, complete with queen bed, porch, picnic table, and fire pit.

Watch the sunrise through the (salvaged!) French doors!

You can purchase eggs, pork, turkey, lamb, and chicken from our farm. We raise our animals outside on pasture. We move them to fresh pasture almost every day, and feed a non-GMO feed. Learn more about our farm at www.nightfallfarm.com.

The Hipcamp site is just behind our barn (built in the 1800's). We like having guests on the farm. In the winter and spring, your neighbors will be sheep, lambs, and laying hens. From April to September, your neighbors will be baby chicks!

Grab your friends and wander in the woods. We're building a trail system, but for now, it's all fair game. We'll give you a map so you know where to go - and then just have fun exploring.

Wildlife is abundant on our organic farm. We see turtles, butterflies, lightning bugs, frogs, and more. Come explore and see what you can find on the farm!

Rest with the one you love on our comfy queen bed!

Happy campers checking out the cabin and porch.

Solar Off The Grid Cabin

7 Acres close to skiing, hiking, spalunking, canoeing ,moutian biking and over 700 acres across the street of undeveloped Hoosier National Forest . Great for Hunting 

Learn more about this land:

 The Cabin is powered by solar & wind and uses a filtered rain water collection system. It is close to French Lick & Paoli, hiking, golf, canoeing, spelunking, skiing hunting and more. Please note that during the winter months the angle of the sun is lower and the panels do not produce as much power as in the summer months (plus you have less daylight hours) . Depending on the cloud cover you may be limited to lights only in November, December, January and February  . There is a generator available for rent at $10.00 per night plus gas or you can bring your own.  There is a wood stove and a 13,000 btu indoor gas wall heater for heat, both units provide more than enough heat. There are two window air conditioning units that can be used in May, June, July and August. Once you get to the end of August or on cloudy days you are limited to the amount of time you can use the AC units unless you rent the generator.   There is a propane cook stove available if you run out of power and 2 charcoal grills (you supply charcoal).   Please note that the cabin is still a work in progress and is not 100% completed. Also note that if rain is limited there may be no water.

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