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    Fern Hollow Farm

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    97 reviews
     · Somerset, Perry, Ohio · 10 acres
    Hosted by Olivia P.
    3 Vehicle/Tent sites
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    Olivia is a Star Host
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    Erik and Olivia were introduced to the little piece of family land that would become Fern Hollow Farm in June of 2014. What was an Alfalfa (medicago sativa) field lain fallow for seven years, would soon have bigger ambitions. After walking the meadow and feeling the magic of place, Olivia and Erik began the work of designing. Shortly thereafter, they set off across the US, staying at various permaculture oriented farms; with herbalists, seed savers and more, looking for inspiration and learning everything they could along the way. One seed saver, the awe-inspiring Sylvia Davatz of Solstice Seeds in Vermont, gifted them the two wild Kazak apple trees that are on either side of the entrance, and are featured in the logo as well. Begun officially in 2015, Fern Hollow Farm is an ever-evolving, community-based entity inspired by three simple ethics:                                 Earth Care     *    People Care     *      Fair Share*** Please read ALL info before sending messages/booking requests. Most FAQ can be answered in the descriptions below ***  Pitch your tent or string a hammock in one of our serene camping areas around the meadow and forest. Our meadow has thousands of wildflowers, more than a hundred fruit trees, a young vineyard, and several gardens. There is also a beautiful wooden stage that is nice for lounging, music-making, yoga or tai chi practice. The meadow is surrounded by forest and has a nice walking trail to enjoy. Fern Hollow is a perfect place to slow down, soak up the starlit nights, pull out a book or instrument and enjoy your company by the fireside. Our farm serves as a hub for community events and sustainability education. We are always working on new projects, and are always happy to give a tour if the timing allows. You can also visit us at our website www.FernHollow.org and Fern Hollow Farm on Facebook and Instagram. *** BOOKING WITH US: We have four campsites spread across our 10 acres. We have sites that can accommodate larger groups and small pull-in or pop up campers. When you send a booking request please tell us 1) How many campers are in your group (including pets)  2) What your camping set up is (tent, hammock, camper, car-camping, etc) 3) Any other info you feel we should know. Based on this info, we will verify that there is a site available that can accommodate your request and we will either approve or decline the request accordingly. The $40 base price covers two guests and site reservation, with a $10 fee per additional person (this includes children). We will respond to your booking request within 24 hours. Please allow 48 hours for all other correspondence related to your trip. Please familiarize with our cancellation policy BEFORE sending a request. Once a request has been approved, you have three days prior to your trip date to make modifications (changing # of nights, # of people) or a cancellation in order to receive a refund. We do understand weather forecasts and travel plans change but this is the policy that feels fair to our farm team and business through our experiences of hosting. We often get more requests than we can accommodate and have to decline requests. Last minute cancellations negatively affect our team and we will not be accepting exceptions to our policy.  Check in time is 3pm. We try our best to be available for your arrival but with different groups arriving at different times and juggling our work responsibilities on and off site there are times that we may be delayed in greeting you. We provide self-check in instructions to your camping site and general information about accessing farm amenities prior to you arrival so that you have the needed information to begin getting settled and enjoying your visit. One of our farm team members will greet and further orient you to the site as soon as they are able. If you expect to arrive after 9pm please let us know at time of booking or as soon as you expect that you might be arriving late. Understand that we may not be able to provide an in-person orientation during those late hours (you will still receive self-check in instructions and needed information for accessing amenities) and we can move that in-person orientation to the following morning if needed. Check-out time is by 1pm. If we do not have additional groups checking in to your site that day, we are open to a later checkout - feel free to ask to confirm that. CAMPSITE AMENITIES: Each site has a fire pit with a cooking grate. Each site either has a picnic table or a patio bistro set for seating and dining. We provide a 5 gallon water jug of NON-POTABLE water for hand washing, dishes, and so on, and one small bundle of firewood for each site. If you need additional firewood, there is some available for sale on site for $10/bundle. FARM AMENITIES: Recycling bins are available but please try to minimize waste and pack out what you have packed in. Much appreciated! We have a Porta Kleen toilet that is serviced weekly (usually on Tuesday mornings) for campers. We have a beautiful solar shower house available for our guests - we ask that you use the provided biodegradable soap/shampoo and do not utilize any outside soaps/shampoo/other bathing products to help protect our natural gray water system. We have two different walking trails that guests are able to explore around the property and forest.  Please note that this is a working farm and also Erik and Olivia's home. There are chickens, geese, ducks, and guinea fowls who free roam and a rooster who crows in the morning ;) We also a Great Pyrenees farm dog. He lives with the sheep and barks at night to help protect our livestock. Mostly he (Otis) will be off in a far away pasture, but sometimes we need to rotationally graze them closer to camp sites. Your pets are more than welcome on the farm but we ask that they be leashed through the visit due to our free ranging birds and as a courtesy to other guests. We also ask that you clean up after your pets around the campsite and public areas around the meadow. You may occasionally hear farm equipment in the neighboring farms though a typical day at Fern Hollow is very quiet and peaceful. We look forward to sharing our home and community with you :) WHAT TO PACK IN: - drinking water - trash bag/s - bug spray - ear plugs (just in case the rooster or dog are too much)
    Vehicle details
    Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed
    Vehicles under 10 meters allowed
    Pull-through unit
    Accommodates slideouts
    Surface type: Grass or field
    Surface levelness: Flat
    No electrical hookup
    No water hookup
    No sewage hookup
    No TV hookup
    Generators not allowed
    What to expect
    RV/tent site
    Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
    8 guests max per site
    Campfires allowed
    Firewood provided, firepit, communal
    Toilet available
    Portable toilet
    Pets allowed
    On leash. Pets are more than welcome on the farm - we just ask that they be leashed and with you for the duration of your stay. We have two great Pyrenees pups who can be a little territorial but generally get along well with other dogs, and we've had no issues with the many dogs that we've hosted at the farm. They are livestock guardian dogs and have free roam of the property until bedtime, usually around 9:30. They will often greet you and check on you when they do their nightly patrol :) They especially love kiddos! We also have chickens and ducks who are free-range so it's extra important that pets be leashed to protect our flocks.
    Drinking water available
    Bottled water or jugs
    Showers available
    Hot water . We have a quality solar camping shower to offer now, and will be building a permanent, rain water supplied, outdoor solar shower in the coming year. Water temperature varies depending on solar availability and how many guests are requesting to use shower.
    Cooking equipment present
    Bbq. Come prepared to cook over a grill or campfire.
    Picnic table present
    Pack it out
    We have recycling bins for glass and aluminum. All other waste must be packed out.
    No wifi

    Things to know

    Getting there
    Check in: After 3:00 PM
    Check out: Before 1:00 PM
    On arrival: Meet with Host
    Cancellation policy: Moderate
    Minimum nights: 1 night
    Accepts bookings: 3 months out
    Park at listing
    No wheelchair access
    Max 2 vehicles
    During your trip
    Leave it better
    Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
    Reviews
    100% Recommend113 Ratings · 97 reviews
    This campsite is loved for its friendly hosts and beautiful setting. The property is praised for its peacefulness, with guests enjoying the sounds of nature and the impressive permaculture projects. Amenities like the solar shower, communal kitchen, and clean facilities add to the comfort. It's a great spot for those interested in off-grid living, although some mention that the campsites are close together and may lack picnic tables.
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    Reno F.
    10 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · September 2024
    5 m Class B
    Friendly hosts, lovely setting, and great facilities - especially the outdoor shower setup.
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    Sarah S.
    1 year on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · September 2024
    Tent
    I absolutely loved camping here. The hosts were so kind and the land was so beautiful. I cannot wait to go back.
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    Wyatt J.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · June 2024
    Tent
    Extremely friendly host, great camping spot, and good amenities. I would definitely stay here again.
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    Kim Z.
    2 years on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · May 2024
    Relax with a good vibe.
    Tent
    Lovely property, great vibe all around. If you like falling asleep to the whispering of trees, stars and the serenade of wildlife... this is your place. Eric gave us a tour of the permaculture property and their ongoing projects . Super impressive.
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    Bailey D.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · October 2023
    10/10
    7 m Class B
    Incredible spot & kind hosts! Definitely recommend staying here!!
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    Megan T.
    3 reviews
    Recommends
    · September 2023
    Tent · Group trip
    Olivia and Eric are the best hosts! This is our third time at permaculture paradise and it is absolute paradise! So secluded and relaxing, the perfect place to camp. Eric went above and beyond for us. Our friend got stuck down the road. He was there within 10 minutes to pull the car out and guide them to the camp spot. Cannot say enough positive things about the hosts and this wonderful place!!!
    Location
    Somerset, Perry, Ohio, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), Kaskaskia, Hopewell Culture, Adena Culture, and Ofo First Nations according to
    Native Land Digital.
    To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Olivia P.

    Joined in October 2018
    Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 4 hours
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