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Dragonfly Ridge Rescue Farm

98%

· Peterborough, Ontario

98 acres hosted by Molly & Sharron S.

4 lodging sites

Family-friendly

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

Best cabins: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best farmstays: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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Dragonfly Ridge is a 98 acre farm. Our pretty cabins are perfect for folks to enjoy some glamping in the country, on the farm surrounded by friendly animals. You can arrange to have a tour of the farm and hang out with donkeys, mini horses, llamas, alpacas, pigs, bunnies, sheep, goats, peacocks, ducks and chickens. We have a lovely pond, and acres of forest you can explore. Our farm is on a quiet country road where you can take a walk and enjoy the peace and quiet and connect with nature and one another without the distractions of wifi, street noises or city lights. We are within minutes of the Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park with all there is to see and do there, such as hiking, paddling, exploring, swimming. We have a fire pit where you can enjoy a spectacular night sky unimpeded by any other lights. The cabin has electricity, lights, electric fireplace for heat. In the cabin we have a double bed, a table and 2 chairs, a two-burner stove with oven, a washing up station. Fall asleep listening to owls call and wolves howling in the distance. Wake to the sounds of the animals on the farm, you may even be able to arrange to gather your own eggs for breakfast! We are confident you won't want to leave the farm, but in case you choose to explore beyond our 98 acres there is lots to still see and do within only a short drive. We are located close to Buckhorn, where you can explore more lakes, pick your own berries or visit pumpkin patches, pick up groceries or enjoy the restaurants in Buckhorn. Also, in nearby Bobcaygeon you can find world-class shopping and dining, parks, beaches, festivals, a heritage village, and even more lakes. One hour north of us is Haliburton, with the Haliburton Forest and Wolf visitation Centre, Sir Sam's ski resort, shops and restaurants, and Sir Sandford Fleming's college of Fine Arts. Lakefield is only 35 minutes away offering shopping, a world famous literary festival, fine dining, and antique shows most weekends. Trent University is only 40 minutes south, in Peterborough where you can watch Peterborough Petes play hockey, attend free music festivals in the summer months, experience the best restaurants around, shop, see a movie, watch the boats in the Lift Locks, a World Heritage, visit the canoe museum, skate on the canal, and much more.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Farm

98%

55 ratings · 42 reviews

Neetu J.recommends

September 15, 2024

The Roost

We had an unforgettable stay at this charming, rustic getaway! The night of stargazing was truly breathtaking and one of the highlights of our trip. Sharron is an exceptional host - warm, welcoming, and passionate about her farm. She gave us a delightful tour, introducing us to the sweetest animals, and we even had the chance to feed and pet them, which made the experience even more special. It was an incredible, heartwarming experience that exceeded all our expectations. I can’t recommend this place enough, especially for families with kids - it’s an absolute gem!

Dee T.recommends

September 6, 2024

Baby Barn Loft

All the animals were cute

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Sharron’s farm! Sharron was incredibly sweet and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The tour of the farm animals was both fun and educational – it was great to see such a variety of animals up close. The highlight of the stay was spending the night in the cozy barn loft. It was an interesting and unique experience, but still felt incredibly comfortable. The peaceful and quiet surroundings made for a truly relaxing retreat. Scenic hiking and canoeing spots are just a few minutes away from here. I can’t recommend this experience enough for anyone looking to disconnect and enjoy some time in nature!

Noa K.recommends

September 6, 2024

Treeview Loft

Magical Night In the Treeview Loft

We absolutely adored staying at the treeview loft! It was a magical experience sleeping in the barn above all the ponies, donkeys and Rosie the horse. Sharron was a wonderful host and showed us around each of the animal enclosures. We got to feed the animals their favourite treats which was so special. Highly recommend, and cant wait to come back!

Cory M.recommends

August 16, 2024

Treeview Loft

We loved staying at Sharron’s farm! What a neat experience sleeping in the rustic barn loft and waking up amongst the animals. The kids loved interacting, feeding, combing, walking and snuggling all the different animals. Sharron is very kind, knowledgeable and welcoming! I hope we can visit again. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

Shino Y.recommends

August 10, 2024

The Roost

awesome experience!

It was truly an awesome experience. It is strongly and highly recommended for a wonderful weekend getaway. The animals there are extremely adorable, especially the swimming llama. Thank you so much for hosting us and making this possible.

Laura S.recommends

August 1, 2024

The Roost

A stay and experience

The space was great and well laid out. We look forward to seeing the space as it continues to be created. I would have allowed for more time in the morning to help out on the farm portion more. We got to feed the animals with some help from our mini tour guide! With 40ish animals (I believe Shannon said) it's a great experience to accompany the stay.

Location

Peterborough, Ontario, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Wendake-Nionwentsïo, and Mississauga First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking