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Happy Hollow Homestead

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667 reviews

· Marengo, Orange, Indiana

30 acres hosted by Kerry B.

3 lodging sites · 20 RV/tent sites

Best in Indiana: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Family-friendly

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

Best glamping: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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We survived the rains! We are open and the land is in full springtime mode. - Voted best Hipcamp in Indiana for 6 years. - Listed on Rachael Ray Magazine's "8 of America's Coolest Campgrounds" We offer a "Camping Cabin", The "Cozy Camping Cottage" or tent camping in Black Walnut Grove, in an open field, in the woods, or a shady grove. We like to interact with people or you can keep to yourself and have a quiet getaway in the woods. Sorry, but the tree house isn't available to rent since it is my home. I may rent it out in the future. Also in progress is the "Dome" We are on a solar powered, off the grid 30 acre homestead that has 24 acres of wooded land and 6 acres of groomed land. Come explore our land and relax in the "Tree Web", see the 2 story tree house that I live in, have fun on the tire swing, or just sit and enjoy all that nature has to offer. You can explore our interesting topography that has close to 100 foot of elevation changes, our (mostly) dry creek system that starts with 2 springs that drain into 3 sinkholes or walk 3 miles of trails (if you follow each trail from end to end). We love groups - Host your event here or have a group gathering with all your friends and family. We have spaces large enough to host hundreds of people. We welcome pets for camping, but no pets allow in the Camping Cabin. Also be aware that we have 2 friendly dogs on the land that roam freely. - 3.5 miles to Marengo Cave - 7 miles to the Blue River (canoes, rafting and swimming) - 30 minutes to Patoka Lake - 37 miles west of Louisville - 13 miles north of Interstate 64

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99% Recommend826 ratings · 667 reviews

Happy Hollow Homestead is a charming and peaceful retreat, loved for its natural beauty and the warmth of its host, Kerry. Guests consistently praise the secluded setting, stunning trees, and unique features like the tree net, which adds a playful touch to the stay. Kerry's hospitality, along with the friendly visiting dogs, contributes to the welcoming atmosphere that many campers appreciate. A few visitors did mention minor inconveniences, such as dogs getting into food, but overall, the experience is overwhelmingly positive.

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Audrey S.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow

Kerry's property was everything we had hoped for. Kerry was the BEST host and we will for sure be back. The outdoor shower was the bees knees

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Hannah B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Peaceful Paradise

15 ft campervan ·

Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow

Kerry’s Happy Hollow Homestead was a great place to meet up with a friend to camp for the weekend and celebrate the beginning of spring! The property is well thought out and completely off-grid and sustainable. Visiting the pigs was a fun interaction. The sky was clear and perfect for star gazing. There’s a trail on the perimeter of the land. Plenty of caves nearby for exploring as well! Kerry has done a great job being a steward of the land. Talking to him and learning more about the permaculture techniques that he uses was a highlight of our visit! We car camped at one of the tent/RV sites for two nights. I highly recommend this peaceful place for anyone looking to escape into nature and connect with the land! Thank you Kerry!

Gabriella R.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

With kids ·

Camping Cabin

I loved camping on Kerry's land! It was a great experience and I can't wait to go back!

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Zachary C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

2nd Visit was Great.

With kids ·

Camping Cabin

Kerry is a great host. Second visit there and it was great.

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Corinne W.

4 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· January 2025

Camping Cabin

Clean and cozy cabin in unique, remote setting. We loved the host and felt comfortable here. Definitely returning.

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Darnell J.

4 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· December 2024

First “Airbnb” camping experience

Camping Cabin

He was very accommodating to my needs and made great suggestions.

Location

Marengo, Orange, Indiana, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Myaamia, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), Kaskaskia, and Adena Culture First Nations according to

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