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Free Verse Farm

99%

· Chelsea, Orange, Vermont

40 acres hosted by Misha J.

2 RV/tent sites

Best in Vermont: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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Private sites

99% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Our farm & campground features stunning, panoramic views of the First Branch of the White River in the verdant hills of central Vermont. It overlooks the village of Chelsea, the shire town of Orange County. Free Verse Farm is a hilltop herb farm run by two art-making, herb-loving farmers. The property boasts twenty sloping, knoll-laden, open acres overlooking the First Branch of the White River as it passes through the scenic village of Chelsea, Vermont. We have incredible views, forest trails that offer magical woodland wanderings, and spacious campsites in our fields. We also invite you to explore our cultivated fields of herbs and vegetables and become acquainted with the wide variety of tea, culinary, and medicinal herbs that we grow and process on our farm. You can also visit with the cows that spend their summer munching our delicious green pastures. Our full line of herbs and herbal products are for sale via our website or at Free Verse Farm Shop, located just one mile from our farm in downtown Chelsea. Our Farm Shop offers a wide variety of fresh produce, provisions, fresh baked goods, alcoholic (& non-) beverages, and more to enjoy during your stay or as you continue on your journey. AMENITIES: we offer a hot outdoor shower & sink, as well as an outhouse with a composting toilet. Each campsite has a firepit and a picnic table. CAMPSITE DETAILS: We currently have 2 campsites open. They are located in meadows with beautiful views of the First Branch Valley and Chelsea village. 4 wheel drive is recommended, but not necessary, and you are always welcome to hike up to your site. The site is spacious and private. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: We also run Free Verse Farm Shop (OPEN: Tuesday-Friday 11am-6pm, Saturday 9am-3pm), a local grocery, café, and apothecary to serve our community and visitors to the area, while supporting local farms and artisans. You can also pre-order online (shop.freeversefarm.com) to pick up in store or ship your order around the USA. The village of Chelsea hosts a weekly summer farmers market May-September on Fridays from 3-6pm (mid-May through September). In downtown Chelsea there is also a pub (The Wagon Wheel), gas station (110 Quickstop), two town commons, a small library, and a general store (Will's Store), and a farm stand (Chicken Wiggle Farm). Within 20-45 minutes of our farm you can reach the larger towns of Montpelier (state capital), South Royalton, Randolph, Woodstock, White River Junction, and the Upper Valley Region (Dartmouth College), all of which offer a wide variety of attractions and services. Upon your arrival, you will be given a welcome packet with more detailed information about our area, and we'll be happy to provide you with any other tips you're looking for. We look forward to hosting Hipcampers and sharing our love of this land, and our region, with all who visit. We can't wait to meet you! -Taylor & Misha *VISIT our Farm Shop (shop.freeversefarm.com) in Chelsea to stock up on our herbal goods, fresh produce, baked goods, adult beverages, and other provisions. You can order online for pickup at the Farm Shop or ship your order anywhere in the USA. **TAG @freeversefarm in your photos on Instagram! We love to see your shots from the farm!

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99%

424 ratings · 218 reviews

Mathilde L.recommends

September 8, 2024

Forest Edge Campsite

Beautiful view on a quaint spot

Went to Free Verse for the third year in a row and had a lovely experience as always !! We booked the 2 sites and had the beauty all to ourselves. The view is breathtaking, especially waking up early in the morning when the fog is slowly lifting over the valley. At night, thousands of stars light up the sky. Our groups had a lot of fun during the weekend and the hosts were very helpful and accommodating when we needed extra wood. Thanks again for this great stay !

Micha H.recommends

September 5, 2024

Forest Edge Campsite

10/10

Amazing view! Very quiet and neat. And Misha is very kind.

Jack C.recommends

August 31, 2024

Meadow Campsite

It’s an incredibly beautiful and peaceful spot. The view is amazing. Absolutely perfect

Bridgette M.recommends

August 31, 2024

Forest Edge Campsite

We had a great time camping at the Forest Edge location at Free Verse Farm. Misha was awesome and really nice to meet upon arrival and the area was very clean. The views are stunning and the cows are very sweet and friendly. This was the perfect getaway! Thanks again :)

Amber M.recommends

August 30, 2024

Forest Edge Campsite

We had a great time camping on the farm. We loved waking up the the sunset, looking up at the milkyway and seeing the cows. Nice and secluded spot in VT!

Greg R.recommends

August 28, 2024

Forest Edge Campsite

Heaven

I wish I could leave a terrible review, but that would be unfair. This place is simply heaven on earth! This is the place if you are looking for a private campsite connected to nature. If you are looking for a place with other campers, this place is not for you. The views, the nature, and the vibes are unmatched! I have been camping all over and this place I will come back time after time! Thank you!

Location

Chelsea, Orange, Vermont, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy) and N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking