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Goodschoolfarm

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· Forestville, Chautauqua, New York

26 acres hosted by Christopher W.

2 lodging sites · 1 RV/tent site · 5 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Christopher is a Star Host

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Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

*On July 10th Goodschoolfarm was hit by a tornado. The campers are intact but we have a ton of tree clean up to do. We will take this message down when we reopen for booking. Thank you for your patience and we look forward to hosting you soon! Feel free to message me if you have any questions. -Chris* We are a former homestead with a swimming pond, two beautiful art campers and camp spots. We are on the wild Chautauqua Ridge with trails in the woods, abundant wildlife, and are located near many places to explore: Lake Erie, Amish trail, excellent fishing, local farms, and beautiful hiking. We are on a dirt road very secluded and quiet but not far away from main traveling routes. The two campers are custom built and decorated by artists, very comfortable unheated glamping accommodations. There is one gravel pull off site for a small RV or camper van, and the rest of the sites are dispersed camp sites. We have delicious spring water for you fill up and enjoy at the farmhouse, with no running water at the sites. Toilets are primitive, and we can provide firewood on request. Ask us about things to do and places to explore in WNY, we are happy to point you towards a fun and unique adventure. Summers in WNY are wonderful! We plan to be open in May through roughly October. We are happy to advise you on weather conditions during the late spring and early fall.

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14 ratings · 11 reviews

Cat C.recommends

July 2, 2024

Goodschoolfarm Wildcat Art Camper

Calming Views, Creative Inspiration

What a fantastic location and exceptional host! From the moment we arrived, Chris proved to be very accommodating and gracious, addressing all of our inquiries with enthusiasm. We felt like kids again as we explored the property - there was so much to do and to look at! The space itself is great, boasting a picturesque pond that we had the pleasure of exploring in one of the paddle boats following a stroll through the garden. Adjacent to the pond, there is a table and a fire pit where we cooked (firewood was readily available) and ate before unwinding on the swing overlooking the water, serenaded by the chorus of frogs as the sun went down. It poured all morning but our stay in the wildcat camper was cozy and comfortable, affording us a peaceful morning watching the rain through the "sunroof" windows as we stayed nice and dry. The composting toilet was very clean and tidy and is a very short walk from both campers, which was also nice, considering the rain! Since the airstream was vacant while we were there, Chris let us peek into that space too, which was also really neat. Both campers feature floors constructed from reclaimed gymnasium wood, just one of the many awesome details. I wholeheartedly recommend this spot, particularly to those seeking a retreat where creativity can flourish. It is the perfect spot for anyone looking to unwind, play, relax, and find inspiration. Truly a sanctuary for artists and kids at heart.

Justine U.recommends

May 27, 2024

Goodschoolfarm camp site 2-5

Overall great experience. Surrounding areas were filled with things to do. Host gave us details of community events for Memorial Day. Lake Erie, Buffalo and Niagra falls are near by. The property was very unique with a special touches throughout. We did primitive tent camping. One of the nights we spent time near the pond with a fire. Host was kind, informative and available.

Shawn L.recommends

May 27, 2024

Goodschoolfarm camp site 2-5

Our group had a great time. A very unique experience. Nice views and creative property. The camp was primitive and had a composting toilet. Host Chris very personal and answered us quickly. The surrounding area had tons to do. We visited Lake Erie, Buffalo and niagara Falls. Host knows area and gave a suggestion for a live band with fire on beach, that we enjoyed. The best part was VW Vanagon. Thanks for having us.

Ariel D.recommends

April 12, 2024

Goodschoolfarm Wildcat Art Camper

Magical solar eclipse getaway!

My boyfriend and I were looking for a place to stay for the eclipse and happily stumbled across Christopher’s awesome campsite! The wildcat art camper was super cozy, comfortable and clean, not to mention so cute with the custom painting/furniture and lighting. It was predicted to be chilly at night so we brought a little electric blanket and we were aok. Christopher was a wonderful host, was very responsive and after a long drive from Philly we were pleasantly surprised there was a bbq feast solar eclipse party, we felt very welcomed. His gardens and land in general is very beautiful and well kept. 10/10 would come back!

Douglas M.recommends

April 10, 2024

Goodschoolfarm camp site 2-5

Camping on Chris's land was absolutely wonderful. It had been snowing and raining the few days ahead of our trip, so there was a bit of mud on the way to our site - Chris was prepared with garden carts to help us carry our gear. We had access to crisp & refreshing mountain spring water, lovely mountain views, and a lovely little community of campers and locals. During our stay, Chris threw a lovely Eclipse party; hosting several awesome musicians in his barn - literally a dream come true - and a potluck featuring some of the most delicious pulled pork I've ever had the pleasure of eating. On our way out, we were welcomed to fill up our water bottles with the aforementioned spring water, and given specific recommendations for where to visit Lake Erie. Thank you again, Chris. Your hospitality really kicked off our camping season right. We'll definitely be back whenever we can make it!

Kim K.recommends

April 10, 2024

Goodschoolfarm Avion Art Trailer

Such a delightful experience! The entire farm is like a work in progress playground for adults and kids alike. Paddle boats, a plank-walkway to a little island, hanging chairs and climbing ropes, rock gardens, fields to explore, and art everywhere. It’s an easy place to unwind and meditate by the lake for misty sunrises, or to have a bonfire and loudly sing campfire songs accompanied by a deafening frog/cricket backup band. Chris and Co. are fabulously kind and attentive and provided great suggestions for things to do/see in town. We enjoyed their good company and appreciated their thoughtfulness in inviting us in to their events, and also giving us plenty of space to be solitary and do our own thing. In between campfires and sight-seeing, there was live music in their beautifully lit old barn, and even a homemade strawberry rhubarb pie. As backpackers, this was a cozy glamping experience for sure, complete with electricity, 3 comfy beds, an electric burner/coffee kettle, and fresh springs bottled water. For folks more accustomed to hotels, be prepared for a lovely camping-ish experience with unregulated temperatures, no running water (yet! as of April 2024), the bugs and mud that come with farm life, and outdoor composting toilet. Will 1000% visit again

Location

Forestville, Chautauqua, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Erie and Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking