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Forest Cabin, Richford, NY

90%

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2 reviews

· Berkshire, Tioga, New York · 90 acres

Hosted by Joan And Leo M.

Cabin

· 3 guests max · 1 bedroom · 6 beds

This former hunting cabin is on a 90-acre property that we are fixing up. It is surrounded by hundreds of acres of wild land, and involves a hike in on logging trails. Eventually we hope to conserve the land in perpetuity. The land was logged about 25 years ago and has regrown quite a bit. There are beautiful large maple, cherry, pine, and butternut trees, as well as young growth and wildflowers and diverse and abundant fungi. Our land is adjacent to the Finger Lakes Land Trust's King Preserve, so you will be camping in an area with 300 acres of forest and trails. It is also convenient to a diner, gas station, pizza/bar, a playground, fishing stream, and 2 ice cream stores (all walkable from the trailhead). Learn more about this land: This is an extremely rustic hunting cabin about a 15 - 30 minute (depending on hiker) hike up from the small village of Richford, NY. The hike is along old logging roads in the forest, but it's all uphill on the way in. We do not allow vehicle access to guests, but we have a vehicle we can use to deliver potable water (make sure to check with us to make sure we can provide extra water on the dates you need). There is a wood stove (for heat) and propane stove (for cooking). There is a triple decker bunk bed, you need to bring your own sleeping pad and sleeping bag. We have added a picnic table and small fire pit. There is an outhouse and hand washing station (seasonal). Fall leaf peeping is lovely, and as the leaves fall off, there are really nice views of the valley. You will have total privacy here!This is an extremely rustic hunting cabin about a 15 - 30 minute (depending on hiker) hike up from the small village of Richford, NY. The hike is along old logging roads in the forest, but it's all uphill on the way in. We do not allow vehicle access to guests, but we have a vehicle we can use to deliver potable water (make sure to check with us to make sure we can provide extra water on the dates you need). There is a wood stove (for heat) and propane stove (for cooking). There is a triple decker bunk bed, you need to bring your own pad and sleeping bag. We have picnic table and small fire pit. There is an outhouse and hand washing station (seasonal). Fall leaf peeping is lovely, and as the leaves fall off, there are really nice views of the valley. You will have total privacy here!

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

3 guests max

Campfires allowed

Wood burning fireplace, private. We have a small fire pit, so small under-control fires (be careful and do not leave unattended) may be ok if it is not too dry, and there is no burn ban in the area.

Toilet available

Pit toilet. The current toilet is quite primitive.

Pets allowed

On leash

Cooking equipment present

Private, stovetop or hot plate, cookware, cooking utensils, cutlery, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

There is an outdoor picnic table and 2 movable benches near the cabin. (See photos)

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from hose. There is no water at the cabin but we operate a maintenance vehicle that we will use to deliver 5 gallons of potable water per weekend visit (more for longer visits/as needed). Note that this is seasonally available as we can't leave it during winter. Snow can be gathered and melted during winter.

No showers

we have a seasonal pool available, however it is a substantial hike away from cabin (near the trailhead)

Pack it out

Trash should be packed out, we can dispose of it, or even help you pack it out by arrangement.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

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Reviews

90% Recommend5 ratings · 2 reviews

Pritish I.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2020

Joan and Leo were excellent, communicative, and super super helpful during our entire time there. The cabin was wonderful and on acres of private property so felt free to let loose. Highly highly recommend!

Elizabeth V.

6 reviews

Recommends

· May 2020

Secluded weekend getaway

We had a very nice stay at the Village-Farmhouse, which is a secluded rustic cabin that used to be a hunting lodge, equipped with basic amenities including a hand washing station and hand sanitizer. The propane four-top stove was perfect for meals we made and easy to use. Joan and Leo were very accommodating and the site was well maintained. Like it says in the listing the site is about a 10-15 minute hike uphill from parking spot. That being said Joan and Leo met us at the parking spot and drove our cooler and other heavy gear to the site so we didn't have to lug everything up. Their property is large and has opportunity for hiking and they provide detailed maps. Trails are not blazed but we had no trouble finding our way around, their property is also adjacent to a wildlife reserve, very beautiful! The site was only a 20 minute drive to Ithaca. It was a beautiful, secluded stay and Joan and Leo were easy to reach and communicative the entire time. We had a fantastic visit.

Location

Berkshire, Tioga, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Onundagaonoga (Onondaga) and Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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