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Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres

95%
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· Mc Dade, Bastrop, Texas · 40 acres
Hosted by Rachel S.
Bell tent
· 4 guests max
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Rachel is a Star Host
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Learn more about this land: Come stay at our intentional community homestead 40 mins east of Austin Texas. We have 13 people working and living together to reach our sustainability goals together. Our lotus tent has a epic view of the stocked pond. Enjoy the spaciousness of this 40 acres farm. Check out the gardens, visit the livestock and soak in the salt water jacuzzi! Just 15 miles you have Bastrop State Park. It's towering loblolly pines are unique to this part of Texas. A walk through the park reveals majestic trees that have survived and regrown from the ravages of forest fires—some of which devastated the park and the surrounding community years ago, but in the end revealed the area's resilience and beauty of nature. Located just 32 miles east of Austin near the charming town of Bastrop, this park offers a seasonally open swimming pool, fishing in Lake Mina, and miles of hiking trails Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them.Welcome to our Family Homestead In Mcdade, Tx. Enjoy your Private Lotus Stargazing Glamping experience with a deck big enough to relax or do yoga overlooking our incredible pond! Electric heater and portable air conditioning. Bathroom facilities are shared and nearby with shower. Enjoy our salt water jacuzzi, and non chlorinated pool! Visit the animals or garden. Explore the land, fish or kayak. Tent comes with grill, outdoor seating, firepit and hammock! Bedding and cookware provided.
What to expect
Bell tent
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Potable water available
Showers available
Bins available
Picnic table present
Laundry present
Hot Tub present
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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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.
Reviews
95% Recommend32 ratings · 27 reviews
Rachel's campsite offers a mix of experiences. Most visitors praise the serene and picturesque setting, with mentions of enjoyable activities like paddle boating, bonfires, and glamping in a well-furnished tent. The hosts are often described as friendly and accommodating, contributing to a peaceful getaway. However, one guest expressed frustrations with communication and navigating the property, highlighting a less welcoming experience.
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Angi A.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· March 2025
the Bell tent was nice but…
With pets
Welp. Firstly…I TRIED msging w/ host Rachel days leading up. *Day of with my ETA* I also asked her if there was a Walmart that she rec’d *Along the way* msg’d her several times..Crickets. I found a Walmart, msgd her, still no response- which sucked since there were 2 dif addresses! I of course picked the wrong one 1st, ended up on SOMEONE ELSE’s property👏🏽 Luckily… I wasn’t met w/ a 12 gauge. At this point, I had msg’d Rachel nearly a dozen times.. crickets. I finally found the CORRECT address…Only was certain bc I saw the bell tent- Nobody anywhere. I said f it, n started knocking on doors- Finally, a woman came and I said Hi I’m looking for Rachel…all she said was “ok” 😐Wasn’t a very welcoming greeting..Honestly, I thought I had done something wrong.I asked if I could park a lil closer (being it was just me and my pup) She told me to pull around the property.. Mind you, it’s very dark by now, as I’m SLOWLY.. I hear this awful *CRUNCH* I get out n among TALL weeds are 2 big METAL sprinklers that are now LODGED under/IN my Gladiator. I wait til AM to tell her n ask for help..She said I had to wait til her bf woke up- 2-4pm (it was 10AM) So…my plans i had to go to the State parks n stuff- NOPE. Finally.., around 2:45.. I txt’d her saying please don’t forget about me..A girl helped jack up my truck..but..It was all just..confusing. Unwelcome to say the least- I msg’d days b4 how excited I was to come.. but smh. Also..the tent is in their front yard. Oh! Bathrm -100yds away.
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Sarah G.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
We enjoyed the afternoon on the property cruising around in the paddle boat and our evening was fantastic with the sunset views, bonfire, hot tub and a restful night of sleep in the yurt. Rachel and family could not have been nicer - I hope you enjoy their little piece of paradise as much as we did.
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Ruth S.
6 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
the warmest welcome
sarah was extremely accommodating n her hospitality was out of this world. me n my best friend had an *amazing* time on the property n we even were given the option to stay in the dome rather than the tent since it was going to be a cold night. will def be coming back!
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Kristen S.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Glamping made easy
Group trip
I loved my experience at Rachel’s place! There is a queen size bed in the yurt that 2 of my friends stayed in & then my husband & I set up a tent right next to it. Super short walk from the yurt to parking which was great because we brought stuff to fry a whole turkey. We all brought our dogs and it was a super chill time. Enjoyed grilling, sitting by the bonfire, & hanging in the hot tub for the night!
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Piloto Cris F.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
A good place for resting your mind.
With kids
I like, my son like, my Labrador dog love , we have a good time. The owners the place is really friendly. Are good for kids and family and are peaceful. The peoples leave in the city is really nice. If you there go visit the antique shop near the train cross in downtown city. And the coffee place near the gastation. And better the Martin Ranch . All is a good persons I meet in three days me my son and my dogs we loved.
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Shanon S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
Super friendly, great place to get away from the city life!
Location
Mc Dade, Bastrop, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Jumanos, Coahuiltecan, and Tonkawa First Nations according to
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Hosted by Rachel S.

Joined in October 2021
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 3 hours
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