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Berkshire Beech House

This tiny A frame is proudly nestled in a truly secluded camp in the Berkshires and Vermont border of Monroe, MA. Features an off grid heated and lightly electrified solar power.  Enjoy the near silence in the forest with the convenience of being only 15 minutes from the town of North Adams.

    Relax around the cook top fire pit, go on a white water rafting adventure, hike the Appalachian trail, see Mass MoCA art, and the necessary visit to maple sugar shacks. Explore the area and you will find breathtaking views, especially if you make it up here at prime leaf peeping days.

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The trails through the forest offer a nice place to stroll.

Sunflower Retreat

A humble, 2-acre vegetarian family micro farm.  Home to our family of five, 2 cats, 2 rabbits and sixteen chickens. Beautiful, established flower gardens, fruit trees and veggies.   This is also home to Sunflower Yoga & Mindfulness where yoga and meditation are taught.  The cabin is nestled in the 1 acre of woods behind our home,  protected by large old pines and surrounding acres of forest. Home to many songbirds, woodpeckers, raven, deer, porcupine and the occasional black bear.  A true retreat.Small, rustic cabin with electricity in the woods behind our home in the hilltowns of Western Massachusetts. You are just 300 feet from the house, but while in the woods you will have complete privacy. The woods are filled with songbirds and there is a small platform for meditation. There is no wifi in the cabin, so enjoy the ability to disconnect from it all while connecting within. The hilltown region is rich with rivers and lakes for swimming, boating and fishing and forests for hiking. We are just 30 min to Northampton and 45min-1hour from the many cultural offerings of the Berkshires.Learn more about this land:Small, rustic cabin with electricity in the woods behind our home in the hilltowns of Western Massachusetts.  You are just 300 feet from the house, but while in the woods you will have complete privacy.  The woods are filled with songbirds and there is a small platform for meditation.  There is no wifi in the cabin, so enjoy the ability to disconnect from it all while connecting within.  The hilltown region is rich with rivers and lakes for swimming, boating and fishing and forests for hiking.  We are just 30 min to Northampton and 45min-1hour from the many cultural offerings of the Berkshires.

Going for a swim down at the nearby river! The trail right behind the barn takes you right there!

Fox Farm Campground

Fox Farm is located on 8 magical acres in eclectic Brattleboro, VT. Pitch your tent in a sacred private white pine forest or closer to the trail-head with access to a charcoal grill, a huge fire circle and a picnic table. If you prefer a roof over your head, check Fox Farm Cottage @ Fox Farm. Located ideally on a trail-head that leads to the West River Trail (a 36-mile scenic trail through the West River Valley – eventually linking Brattleboro, Dummerston, Newfane, Townshend, Jamaica and South Londonderry) and the West River, offering opportunities to hike, fish, swim, ski, snow shoe and bike. The Marina Bar and Restaurant is a 2 mile hike or bike ride from the camp site (via the West River Trail) and is a fun way to see the beauty of Vermont and partake in some excellent indoor/outdoor dining with views of the water.

Currently there are two areas available to campers; The Pine Forest and the Council of the Elders.

 The Pine Forest is a shaded circular area that is very spiritual and quiet.

 There are currently 3 camp sites in the Pine Forest.

 The Council of the Elders is a more open (again circular) area that abuts The Pine Forest and has a large fire pit as it's centerpiece, surrounded by the Elder Pine trees. I have had up to 2 campers and an occasional van/camper at the Council of the Elders.

 I have most recently had requests to book the entire Pine Forest for guests who are traveling together and want privacy- and  Ido my best to work with people to accommodate any needs.
 
Please bring your own firewood if you intend to have a fire. I offered wood to guests in the past when I was able but found that tricky to manage as there are times I myself am out of wood.  There is plenty of felled wood all around as the property is surrounded by a dense forest and guests are welcome to gather that to supplement fire making.

In my experience as a host, I have noted that folks come together and build mini-communities, share food, fires and is generally a positive vibe.

 Some come for privacy and solitude, which has not been an issue thus far.

 All in all the energy is upbeat and folks make friends along the way- me too!

Brattleboro is a funky, hipster town with many excellent restaurants and much to see and do.

For winter enthusiasts Mount Snow is a 30 minute drive and folks can cross country ski and snowshoe right from their camp sites to the 36 mile trail.

The Hipcamper can expect privacy yet easy accessibility to the homeowner for tips and ideas to support a positive experience.

Campers may be greeted and visited my friendly Bernese Mountain Dog's, Loki Bear and Levi!

walkabout in the woods right in her backyard 

Gorgeous sunset on the river and an after dinner swim! 

Black Rabbit Farm



Black Rabbit Farm is not only a beautiful oasis, but a fully operational 10 acre farm. 

Situated at the foot of the Berkshires, the farm is home to a small orchard, vineyard, and garden space. 

We take pride in creating a sustainable environment for all our production, based on what the land has to offer. Small greenhouse spaces create year-round production. Rocky hillside will develop a significant "terroir" for our grapes. Even adopted cats prowl the fields to reduce small animal populations.

The views are to die for and the easy access to Rte 91 and the Mass Pike will make your trip an easy one for all involved.

Visit our gallery farmstore, open Friday-Sunday, and find local punk crafts, clothing, cut flowers, heirloom vegetables, CBD products, and more!

We decided to car camp, and enjoyed walking up in total privacy surrounded by gorgeous scenery. 

The sites are a short hike in, if your car doesn't have clearance to get to them, the host offered to drive our gear back in their pickup truck. 

There isn't a bad view on the entire property. 

From the sites, you can get gorgeous views of the entire property. 

There are tons of lawn games to play near the ale house. 

Signs at the entrance make the farm very easy to find from the road. 

There are a few different porta-potties around the property that are clearly marked. 

Camp stew with fresh lamb meat from a nearby farm.... 

Rosy Goat Farm

Welcome to Rosy Goat Farm!!

We are the quintessential family farm/homestead, our farmhouse was built in the 1840’s

Bill and I bought this 13-acre property in 2012, It was overgrown with wild roses. We have worked with a limited budget, and used animals to clear the land. The goats love the wild roses. The pigs dig the roses up. Chickens rake it clean. Win win!

Very interesting place here- lots to tell you, there’s quite a list of things to do and see around here! Did you know that Gilbertville has a covered bridge? It is one of the last covered bridges still in use in Massachusetts!

First- a touch of Hardwick History:

Rev. Timothy Ruggles bought this land from the Native Americans for his family to live on, and to work the land. 

His son, Brigadeer General Timothy Ruggles became unpopular after he introduced the Stamp Act, and was banished to Nova Scotia. 

His daughter Bathsheba became the last woman executed in the United States for the murder of her husband Joshua Spooner. (There’s a book about it called Murdered by his wife, by Deborah Navas.)

Want to know local eateries?

For breakfasts and lunch there is The Whistle Stop diner, it was a former Boston & Albany Railroad station. Speaking of railroads, did you know that The Mass Central Rail Trail runs through Gilbertville! 
Rose 32, is a well known bakery that serves tea, coffee and sandwiches. 

There’s Hardwick house of Pizza- for tasty pizza and subs, which also serves beer.  

Feeling fancy? Try Hardwick Crossing Country Club (features a 9 hole golf course), it has a restaurant with a full-service bar, gorgeous scenery! Its a 3 minute drive from here

Mimi’s for your morning coffee and lunch, yum! And it overlooks our beautiful Common!

Also check out Stone Cow Brewery in Barre -has a kids play area while you wait for your meal!

Ware has Mexicali Grill, Theresa’s Restaurant for Italian foods, Bellies Barnyard for traditional American cuisine, and, Pig Park BBQ for comfort food! 

Farmer Mat in North Brookfield has take out meals- there are picnic tables available, beautiful views.

Things to do:
You can kayak, and fish, at Swift River in Belchertown.

Hardwick is the home of the oldest agricultural fair in the US, held every year in August, and, every Sunday there’s a small farmers market on the common.

Hardwick also has a winery- Hardwick Vineyard and Winery, they have all kinds of events, (find them on facebook) and, check out Lost Towns brewery- the name is a throwback to the 4 towns that were submerged to create the Quabbin Reservoir!

Medicine River Pow Wow is in August here in Gilbertville, on River Run Rd.

The East Quabbin Land Trust has birdwatching and fabulous views, and the  Mass Central Rail Trail entrance is located here. Bike it or hike it!  

Quabbin Reservoir is close by for boating and fishing.

There are free concerts in Grenville Park in Ware, (check for dates).

Ware also has Janine’s Frostee ice cream and fast foods- and live music on weekend nights!

Also check out these on line: Ragged Hill orchard and Rock House Reservation in West Brookfield, and Carter and Stevens farm in Barre. The Leicester, and Mendon movie drive-in’s.

Old Sturbridge village is 30 minutes away.

Lake Lashaway has a swimming area in East Brookfield, right off of Rte 9. It’s about 20 minutes from here.

Lake Siog in Holland has a lovely picnic area and beach for swimming. (30 mins South from here)



Is this area great or what?!

Our large bundles of firewood of $10 helps support the farm and animals! 


The fire pit area (summer) see the hammock in the shade!

The shower holds 5 gallons of water which heats up during the sunny day. 

Peaceful nights, see the stars, fireflies, and hear the  crickets!

The peace. The quiet. 
Well, theres the crickets and bees...

Wilder Hill Gardens

Wilder Hill Gardens is a working farm nursery.
We grow nursery stock using sustainable methods.
On the land, you might see a robust flock of laying hens, pigs in a portable pen cultivating new ground, plantings of medicinal herbs, and gorgeous
 sun and shade display gardens. A half acre of pick-your-own pears, currants, gooseberries and blueberries yields organic fruit from mid-July through September.

With pristine water from our well and forests all around, you will camp amid our gardens and orchards. Visit the chickens and pick fresh, organic fruit in season. Walk down the country road to the Bear River for a dip or explore nearby Shelburne Falls. 
We have a newly built outhouse. Enjoy a rustic “bucket bath’ or outdoor  shower while looking over the wooded hillsides.

Wilder Hill Gardens is very peaceful, guaranteed you will be greeted by bird song every morning and the evening sky is bright with stars. We are in a lovely rural neighborhood yet centrally located to any number of natural wonders and cultural activities.

There is a limit of two tents
on each site and four people.

Each site has a separate fire pit,
water source, and private camping area. Sorry, but we are not accepting pets at this time.

There are two farm dogs, Viola and Jackson at Wilder Hill Gardens. They are friendly, well trained and mostly work along side me. But they do have free range of the farm and if anyone in your party has a fear or dislike  of dogs this is probably not the best choice for you.

We have PYO fresh fruit, vegetables, cut flowers, eggs, and all of our nursery stock for sale in season.  There is a newly built garden shop and art gallery with a 12 Ft. Mosaic made of thousands of handmade porcelain pieces.
We accept cash or checks or Venmo
but not credit cards. Check out our Extras!

Farm Dogs, Viola and Jackson, careful..Jackson might take off with your flip flops!

The new Wilder Hill Gardens Shop, also a great place to shelter from the sun or rain. 

Viola the farm dog would love to meet you, bring your doggie too. Cats, well, maybe......

We grow cut flowers for weddings, photo ops everywhere. 

Learn something new about growing plants.

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