Grab a friend and gear up for a glamorous outdoors overnight trip this summer. Instead of struggling to pitch a tent in the sticky summer heat, dealing with bug bites, and going to the bathroom in the great outdoors, try something the complete opposite: glamping.
If camping under the stars sounds appealing, but you can’t do without the little luxuries—a hot shower, say, or a soft bed— then glamping is definitely for you. And there’s no better place to enjoy nature with some upscale necessities than the Hudson Valley, where all sorts of options await. Here are a few of the best ones we’ve found this season.
The Nest
Woodstock
Set on two private acres, this tent has a carpeted sleeping quarter with a queen-sized bed and sitting area. There are board games if you get tired of listening to the birds and plenty of blankets for cool nights. Steps away, you’ll find a kitchen and screened-in gazebo, plus a porta-potty, outdoor shower, and firepit. If you hanker for civilization, you’re a short drive from Woodstock, Saugerties, and Kingston.
Other Amenities: Propane grill, mini fridge, coffee maker, cookware and kitchen utensils, dishware, water cooler with hot and cold H2O, bedding
Sleeps: 2 to 4 campers
What You’ll Spend: $120 a night
Pet Policy: Fur babies are welcome
How to Book: Airbnb or thebrighamgroup.com
Treetopia
Catskill
This isn’t your parents’ campground. Instead, Treetopia gives you plenty of luxe glamping options, including AirStreams kitted out with full baths and kitchens and A/C, as well as A-frame cabins and canvas tents. Swim in the pool, hike, walk your dog, or just relax in front of your lodgings. You can hook your own RV at Treetopia, too.
Other Amenities: Public restrooms with indoor/outdoor showers and toilets; small grocery store that carries typical campground sundries (including ice cream, coffee, and firewood); a game room with a pool table, arcade games and sofas for TV watching. Plus, you’re close to Catskill, Olana, and Catskill Park.
Sleeps: Depends on what you book. The Jumbo RV is good for a family of 5 (or 4 adults); the standard, a family of 4 (or 3 adults); the tents, a max of 3 people.
Pet Policy: Accommodates most pets
What You’ll Spend: Ranges from $65–$450. Discounts offered for weeklong stays
How to Book: treetopiacampground.com
Bellfire Farm
Roxbury
Is there anything cooler than sitting on a cedar floor in front of a free-standing fireplace? That can be your experience by booking the Bellfire Tipi. Or stay at the covered wagon (Cosmic Nomad) or the tiny house (the Birdhouse). All are located on 10 acres near state land, which make them perfect for stargazing. There’s also a floating deck on the property for picnicking or yoga sessions, and a four-person sauna.
Other Amenities: Kitchenettes, firepits, composting toilets, solar showers, bedding, and toiletries
Sleeps: 2 to 4
Pet Policy: Pet friendly; up to two pets per stay for a fee
What You’ll Spend: $165-$200/per night
How to Book: bellfirefarm.com
Gather Greene
Coxsackie
Head up to Coxsackie for a peaceful and serene visit to Gather Greene. The small cabins come with a king-size bed, outside deck area, walk-in rain shower, and mini fridge. What’s more, each cabin is in the middle of the woods with utmost privacy. Guests can take a stroll on the grounds, which boast over 100 acres, plus a pond, a field of wildflowers, mountain views, wooded paths, and more serene spots to highlight the space’s harmony with nature.
Other Amenities: Heating and air conditioning, mini fridge, closet with full-length mirror, hair dryer, and unobstructed picturesque window
Sleeps: 2 campers
Pet Policy: Pets welcome, limited to one per cabin
What You’ll Spend: $650 for a two-night minimum
How to Book: gathergreene.com
Getaway Eastern Catskills
Catskill
Set aside your phone for a day or two and reconnect with nature in Greene County. If the need to contact someone arises, the cabins do have Wi-Fi, but use the cellphone lockbox to forget all about the rest of the world. Guests can savor the feeling of the sun beaming down in the morning in these tiny and quaint cabins in the great outdoors. Each space includes a firepit, kitchen and dishware, and more camping essentials.
Other Amenities: Nearby Kaaterskill Falls, hiking trails, queen bed, shower, two-burner stove, chairs and picnic tables, sink and drinking water, leash line
Sleeps: Up to 4 campers
Pet Policy: Dogs allowed for a $50 fee
What You’ll Spend: From $221 for a two-night minimum
Where to Book: getaway.house
Choose-Your-Own Glamping Adventure
Glamping Hub
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Glamping Hub is like an Airbnb for glamorous getaways. You name it — small wood cabins, tents, A-frame homes, and places that look straight out of Pinterest — the website has it. With something for everyone, browsers can book local stays at locations like Woodstock, Saugerties, and Catskill, to name a few.
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