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Salamander Hollow Healing Habitat

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· Warwick, Franklin, Massachusetts

17 acres hosted by Mary C.

5 lodging sites

Best in Massachusetts: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best cabins: Finalist

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Best HipCamp Massachusetts 2023 Best HipCamp USA Finalist 2023 Best HipCamp Massachusetts Finalist 2022 THERE IS WIFI, PRIVATE HOT SHOWER and FLUSH TOILET. EXCEPT FOR THE RECENTLY ADDED TULLY 'THOREAU' ISLAND. Salamander Hollow is a private, evolving honeybee and human being sanctuary on 17 acres of land abutting Massachusetts State Forest. We currently have a one-room, wood stove warmed, cozy sleeping loft for one or two - with two benches below on either side of room - for two sleeping bags; plus, a separate 22 foot Sioux tipi with two cots. There are two chairs in the tipi, which if removed at night, make floor room for four other sleeping bags. 'Forest Bathing' for miles! If you're a larger group booking Salamander Hollow main camp with its Sleeping Library, Tipi & Slovenian Beehive House, you might consider renting this additional Tiny Cabin want to entertain all in glamping style, utilizing its amenities; as well, providing another bathroom/shower and guest bedroom for those who prefer being indoors while in the great outdoors. Note that Kula Bata Tiny Cabin abuts the wheelchair accessible larger bathroom/shower which is available to those at the Salamander Hollow main camp, yet you are secluded with your own private entry points and private bathroom. A ten minute drive takes you to the parking area to hike up Tully Mountain. There is a grill, wood fired pizza oven, two fire pits and a hygienic Incinolet electric toilet on the property for night convenience, with small camp sinks for washing & teeth brushing. Take a short hike off the property to organic Chase Hill Farm for milk, eggs, seasonal veggies, grass fed meat and other goodies. Say hello to their cows, chickens, pigs, goats, pups and kids. Nestled across the road from Salamander Hollow is Timber Haven Farm, where you can schedule your pickup of bacon and eggs, while loading up on delicious Owl Energy Bars for your adventurous excursions. For those interested in the glamping side of camping, you will enjoy a remote rustic experience with a few creature comforts to keep you well read, clean and fed. Please bring your own bedding - pillows, sleeping bags, comforter, teddy bears.There is a wall mounted blue tooth car radio/CD player in Sleeping Library, so bring your pre-digital favorites. Classical CDs to listen to. Lots of eclectic books to peruse.Walkie talkies, a set of 4, are available upon request. Chess & poker sets, too. Electric 2-burner stovetop and griddle upon request. Bring fire-starters/newspaper for tinder. We suggest if you are staying more than a night or two in winter, you bring supplemental wood or we can direct you to a nearby stand. Next season, our own cut and split wood will be seasoned and available on site. We ask that you carry out trash and recyclables. An established Western facing four point sacred Medicine Wheel site being established on Askari Ridge - our name for the slope starting with the two fire pits - 'Askari' being Swahili for night guard. Here is where we envision a great touch-point area for those leading groups to be for a base-camp by day or night, where eventually a multi-use tenting platform/performance stage will be constructed for outdoor entertainment, creating an authentic 'stadium style' seating on the hill. You will see on your way up to Salamander Hollow main clearing - the Kula Bata Tiny Kabin on the left of the dirt road- now available to rent with its small guest room for two, infrared sauna, hot shower, kitchenette, dishwasher and laundry.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Mountainous

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395 ratings · 325 reviews

Emily P.recommends

September 3, 2024

Kula Bata Tiny Kabin InfraRed Sauna

We loved our stay at Kula Bata! Our group rented the other site as well and we all had a fantastic time exploring and relaxing at Salamander Hollow. Highlights were: the sauna, looking for frogs in the koi pond, seeing many newts in the forest, the night sky, the pizza oven, and observing the hard working bees in their hives.

Mireille B.recommends

September 2, 2024

Tully 'Thoreau' Island 1940s Shack

We had such a fantastic time at this cabin! It was actually our second visit, after thoroughly enjoying our trip last year. It's a lovely little retreat to soak up the summer with friends. You can easily spend 2-3 days just hanging out on the island, swimming, reading, etc, or take short trips to shore for nearby hikes! Mary is an incredible host - very communicative, very helpful, and very clear with her instructions to make sure you have the best time. Hope to make it an annual tradition!

Cassie P.recommends

August 28, 2024

Kula Bata Tiny Kabin InfraRed Sauna

I visited the Tiny Cabin on a solo trip with my soul dog. We both loved it so much and cannot wait to return. We explored the whole property as well as nearby trails and swim spots then I got to relax in the sauna. What a way to refill your cup! Looking forward to our next visit, hopefully with my children too. Thank you.

Rebekah O.recommends

August 28, 2024

Tully 'Thoreau' Island 1940s Shack

Amazing, beautiful, magical… please go if you can and embrace the serenity for yourself!

R R.recommends

August 23, 2024

Kula Bata Tiny Kabin InfraRed Sauna

So comfortable and quiet! Had everything we needed. Mary gave us tons of information about the area.

Leslie M.recommends

August 13, 2024

Tully 'Thoreau' Island 1940s Shack

Tully Island 1940's shack

Tully Island 1940's shack was a very unique experience ! The sense of privacy and peace and the sounds of nature was very relaxing. Waking up to the sound of the water lapping on the dock was nice. The shack was very well equipped with everything that we needed and Mary was very helpful and accommodating, when our water ran out in the hand washing sink, her husband rowed some right out to us without delay. I would definitely recommend this to my friends and family !

Location

Warwick, Franklin, Massachusetts, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Pennacook First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking