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20 Awesome Places to Go Glamping Near New York City

From the Catskills to Vermont

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Maybe you don’t have the best reputation for being outdoorsy or maybe you’re a seasoned pro—whatever the case, it’s always a good idea to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city and out amid Mother Nature…especially when you can do so in style. In 2023, 67 percent of campers said they would go glamping, according to recent data from Kampgrounds of America, which bills itself as “the world’s largest system of open-to-the-public campgrounds.”

When you book a stay at one of these 20 glamping spots near New York City, you will find luxury bedding, gourmet meals and Wi-Fi just to start. And while you might expect a cute tent setup in an open field for glamping, for a more one-of-a-kind experience many locations offer unique options ranging from treehouse glamping and safari-style canvas tents to waterfront beach cabins and even train cabooses. Accessible at every budget, they come in a variety of different locations, from pristine nature settings to spots that are just a stone’s throw from small, charming country towns with serious eats. Here, our favorite places to rough it without actually roughing it.

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1. Callicoon Hills Resort

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours and 30 minutes by car
  • Location: Callicoon Center, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: charming nearby towns, relaxing vibes, drivable quality restaurants

Callicoon Hills Resort is in a corner of the Western Catskills near the Delaware river, close to the Pennsylvania border, and surrounded by some of the area’s cutest and most darling towns, like Callicoon, Narrowsburg and Hankins, NY. In addition to the ten whimsical A-frame glamping cabins, the resort also boasts some pretty primo amenities as of late, too. Examples? A gym and outdoor yoga deck, plus saunas in the most picturesque of places—AKA, on a ridge overlooking the property. Each of the glamping cabins is cozy and enveloped in nature, accessible by hiking paths, making them ideal for a romantic weekend or just a little extra privacy. For an extra element of surprise, they also feature a huge, triangle shaped picture window that takes up one full side of the A-frame, exposing the most peaceful of views with a mix of relaxed-yet-premium furnishings.

2. Eastwind Hotel & Bar

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours and 30 minutes by car
  • Location: Windham, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: adorable bar with games for guests, close to town with a removed feel, friendly staff

We know what you’re thinking: Um, how is it glamping if “hotel” is right there in the name? This chic Catskills property (converted from a 1920s bunkhouse) includes ten Scandinavian-style A-frame cabins, as well as three new suites with a queen-size loft bed, a lounge space with a full-size pull-out sofa, a writer’s nook with a desk, a fridge, a full en-suite bathroom and an outdoor shower.

“A few years ago my husband and I spent a relaxing long weekend [here] after needing a break from the busy city,” says PureWow Executive Managing Editor Catrina Yohay. “The property as a whole feels cozy and inviting. Each morning we’d start the day with a freshly made breakfast complete with scrambled eggs, bacon and mini muffins. After a day of hiking and beer tasting at the local taproom (a stop at West Kill Brewing is a must) we’d cap off each night with a craft cocktail at the Eastwind bar and lounge while casually playing chess next to a roaring fire.”

Other amenities include saunas, fire pits with grilling and s’mores kits available upon request, breakfast baskets and cocktails available for delivery anywhere on the property, picnic tables, bikes for rent, hammocks, Wi-Fi and electric car charging. There are also more traditional room types in the Hill House and the main building, the Bunk House.

3. The Weston

  • Distance from NYC: 4 hours and 20 minutes
  • Location: Weston, VT
  • Why We Recommend It: bucolic pastures, boutique bed & breakfast with bespoke decor, nestled in the scenic Green Mountains

There’s way more to Vermont than Ben & Jerry’s. (Though if you road trip up just to visit the Flavor Graveyard, who’s telling?) The Weston is a cozy and bespoke bed and breakfast, with just nine bedrooms. Sure, you’re tucked away in the majestic Green Mountains, but there’s more glam than camp here. Think 18th-century antiques and original art, hand-painted rooms and a luxurious spa. Plus, the restaurant on the property, The Left Bank, serves up mouthwatering French country cuisine. When you do decide to go enjoy the great outdoors, there’s something for all types, whether you opt for croquet on the lawn, sunrise yoga or a hike through the Green Mountains.

4. Boheme Retreats

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours and 30 minutes by car
  • Location: Livingston Manor, MY
  • Why We Recommend It: vintage charm, creekside glamping and pet friendly

What’s camping without a bit of kitsch? Located outside the charming town of Livingston Manor in Covered Bridge Campsite, the minority and woman-owned vintage camper glamping experience at Boheme Retreats offers glampers the best of a modern and vintage stay. Here, you’ll experience the charm of ‘60s and ‘70s era campers with the updated decor and amenities of modern times. Expect details like frilly pillows, sensibly sized plants, patterned rugs, sheer-print drapes inside, not to mention chalkboard and pendant lights. Yes, the bathrooms are a little tight, but they’ve also been updated to be super functional, many with handsome marble-like tiles. On the outside of your camper, you can plug in string lights at night, and campers come complete with vintage lawn chairs and umbrellas for daytime hangs, plus a picnic table, grill top and fire pit. Some campers are pet friendly, so you can bring furry friends to hang out. Further afoot, you’ll find access to a creek, and Boheme Retreats promises hiking, waterfalls, and fishing.

5. Cozy Caboose

  • Distance from NYC: 3 hours by car
  • Location: Windham, NY
  • Why we recommend it: unique lodging, walkable town, bookable through Vrbo

Glamping takes on many forms these days, and one of our favorites of late is the converted train car. This unique option uses the caboose from a decommissioned Delaware & Hudson Railway train. Called Cozy Caboose in the City—and by “city” they mean the small town of Windham—it is an idyllic location for winter skiing, fall and spring hikes, and walkable restaurants that will impress even the most discerning of New York palates. Inside your accommodations, there’s plenty of space to spread out, plus adorable original steel doors and steering wheel to gawk at, and lots of perks like an outdoor deck with grill. Oh, and of course there’s also Wi-Fi.

6.  Firelight Camps

  • Distance from NYC: 4 hours by car
  • Location: Ithaca, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: close to multiple wineries, locally-sourced breakfast provided, deluxe accommodations

It doesn’t get much better than this swanky retreat in Ithaca that features luxe safari tents outfitted with hardwood floors, plush king or double queen beds, and private porches with rocking chairs, plus complimentary locally sourced breakfast and pour-over coffee. (Not to mention the full bar in the lobby tent.) You’re also in close proximity to hiking, waterfalls, kayaking and—lucky you—smack-dab in the middle of wine country (check out some of our favorite wineries here). A post-hike Riesling? Don’t mind if we do.

7. Getaway

  • Distance from NYC: Depends on location
  • Location: Catskills and Machimoodus, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: locations are all relatively short drives from the city, LGBTQ+ friendly, hot water showers available

Getaway caters to the city dwellers who genuinely don’t want to leave their homes but are desperate for a relaxing weekend in the woods. Their pint-sized cabins may be small, but that’s all part of their charm. Each cabin is fit for campfire cooking with a fire pit, grill grate, picnic table and chairs, plus firewood or charcoal and a firestarter for purchase. You also don’t have to worry about taking those dreaded cold showers as hot water is provided and so are bath towels, biodegradable soap, shampoo and conditioner. It’s basically a little home away from home.

8. Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours by car
  • Location: Delaware, PA
  • Why We Recommend It: riverfront tents, excellent amenities, stargazing opportunities

Experience the epitome of glamping at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, where the  glamping getups are perched right on the Delaware River in safari-style tents on a semi-secluded lawn area. They feature one comfortable and modern queen bed and one daybed with design deets like patterned rugs and pillows. The team at Shawnee Inn also offers glamping tents specific to stargazing with heaters and air conditioners to keep you comfortable regardless of Mother Nature’s plans. Other perks of a stay? Private decks, on-property live music, guided hikes, archery, seasonal ax throwing, and access to an indoor pool and jacuzzi. Additionally, glamping guests receive a canoe trip, breakfast, and everything you could ever need for s’mores.

9. Climbing Vine Cottage

  • Distance from NYC: 4 hours by car
  • Location: Newfield, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: light-filled interior, wood pellet stove, kid-friendly

This custom-designed yurt is any nature lover’s paradise. The abode is surrounded by lush gardens, beautiful orchards, birds and butterflies. It’s a great getaway for people who enjoy hiking, biking and all lure of the Great Outdoors. The yurt is also super kid-friendly, thanks to the included kids’ table as well as a play kitchen, baskets of Legos and a well-stocked children’s bookshelf, so your little ones will be well-occupied.

10. Autocamp

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours
  • Location: Catskills, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: close to towns like Woodstock and Saugerties, classic Hudson Valley-style clubhouse, variety of accommodations

Airstream, luxury tent, cabin, basecamp—any way you want, you can have it at Autocamp. That includes private spa-like bathrooms, living areas and kitchens. (The property also has accessible cabins for those with mobility differences.) The Kitchen and General Store both offer wholesome, à la carte menus including hiking snacks and cheeseboard essentials, breakfast quesadillas and sandwiches to keep you fueled the entire weekend. If you’re not out exploring local hiking trails and towns, Autocamp has plenty of on-site activities, such as yoga, pottery workshops, forest bathing and candle making.

11. Cedar Lakes Estate

  • Distance from NYC: 1 hour and 30 minutes by car
  • Location: Hudson Valley, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: chic accommodations, women-run, ideal for group retreats, friendly staff

“I stayed at Cedar Lakes for a wedding and it was beautiful,” says PureWow Executive Editor Alexia Dellner. “There are lots of accommodation options available. My friend, the bride, had a very swanky cottage, while I was in the camp-style lodge that felt like an elevated Girls Scout camps experience. The grounds are beautiful and there are lots of activities on offer—we especially enjoyed swimming in the lake!”

This is a beautiful estate is set around a private lake with over 500 acres of greenery. All meals and drinks are included with your stay (breakfast a la carte, a lunch box for a picnic anywhere on the grounds each afternoon, and a special dinner each night). And before you ask—cocktails, sommelier-paired wines and local beers are available with each meal. Activities on site include boating, tennis, swimming, fishing and field games. Game on.

12. Collective Governors Island

  • Distance from NYC: 1 hour and 4 minutes by public transit
  • Location: Governors Island
  • Why We Recommend It: surrounded by views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline, quick fuss-free trip, run by a sustainably driven company with B-Corp status

Don’t have a car? No problem. Get the glamping experience right here in NYC on Governors Island. This retreat offers four outlook shelters featuring floor-to-ceiling views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline and a range of tents and cabins—all of which have air conditioning and major glam factor. (Did we mention one’s made of glass?) The entire retreat is open-air as the restaurant, check-in area and rooms are all tented. Dinner with a view? Don’t mind if we do.

13. The GlassHouse

  • Distance from NYC: 1 hour
  • Location: Hudson Valley, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: wrap-around windows, accessible by public transit, easy access to Appalachian Trail and Fahnestock & Hudson Highlands State Parks,

stocked s’mores caddy, luxury toiletries

If this doesn’t win the award for most convenient glamping location near NYC, then we don’t know what does. Known by many as “The World’s Most Beautiful Tiny House,” The GlassHouse is tucked away on a hidden hill surrounded by 100 acres of private land near the Appalachian Trail. It’s equipped with WiFi, a modern kitchen, heat and air conditioning. There’s plenty of outdoor dining and lounge furniture, plus and grill and fire pit. You’ll want to make good use of the latter, since there’s also a fully stocked s’mores caddy. Plus, this little oasis is just 15 minutes from Beacon, so you can pop into town for a gourmet meal or to check out the local art.

14. Huttopia Adirondacks

  • Distance from NYC: 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • Location: Lake Luzerne, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: Foosball and ping pong available, comfier glamping beds, quality on-site grub available

Perfect for both couples and families with youngsters, Huttopia Adirondacks has a central lodge with board games and a playground, as well as a heated pool, outdoor live music, outdoor cinema screenings, arts and crafts, and nature discovery activities on select dates. Located in the Lake George region at the foot of Kenyon Mountain, the glamping resort boasts its 79 custom-designed wood frame and canvas tents, which range from totally hooked up with power to fully unplugged, for those who want an electricity-free experience.

“Last summer my husband and I went to Huttopia Adirondacks with another couple and our two dogs,” says PureWow’s Director of Audience Development Mary Rogers. “While our husbands enjoy the great outdoors and would be fine setting up a campsite with a tent and roughing it for a few days, my friend Marina and I consider ourselves more ‘back patio’ kind of people, so Huttopia was the perfect combo for us.” Her group shared a spacious two-bedroom tent, which included a full bathroom. They loved the deck, where the spent lots of time grilling. “The community building was right down the road and was a great spot to grab a coffee or a quick bite and hang out at the salt water pool,” she adds. “They also hosted movie nights and activities [we took a candle-making class].”

15. Hemlock Falls Camping

  • Distance from NYC:  2 hours and 30 minutes by car
  • Location: Parksville, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: super private, low-key vibe in a stunning setting, outdoor camp kitchens

This family-owned operation in the Sullivan Catskills is far from the usual. For starters, there are three year-round waterfalls, two shallow swimming holes and 100+ year-old rock walls surrounding the four private canvas campsites. Each tented site sleeps two with a queen bed and bamboo linens, plus they’re equipped with covered decks, camp kitchens, charcoal BBQ grills, and fire pits—all of which are private to you!

16. Gather Greene

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours by car
  • Location: Coxsackie, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: pet-friendly, accessible by train and a short Uber ride, snowshoe rentals in winter

Ever wanted to feel like you were out in nature, but with air conditioning, heating, warm showers, and a mini fridge? Us too. All 17 cabins on this 100-acre precipice have a grand picture window next to the king-sized bed, along with a closet with a large mirror, a deck and plenty of caffeine. Nestled between the Catskills and Massachusetts’ Berkshire Mountains, the views are unlike any other. So, basically the romantic getaway we didn’t know we needed.

17. Camptown

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours and 45 minutes
  • Location: Leeds, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: lots of activities, great food and drink, easy distance to Kaaterskill Falls and Windham Mountain

At Camptown, you can choose a log cabin or a hotel room—but the cabins are more fun. Each has either a porch swing or picnic table and kitchenette or wood-burning stove. The onsite “pantry” has everything you need to stock up for an afternoon of grilling, or you can head over to Casa Susanna. Camptown’s restaurant is headed by chef Efrén Hernández, dishing up house made tortillas alongside a rotating seasonal menu. When you’re ready to get outside, Kaaterskill Falls and Windham Mountain aren’t far away. And for those who prefer to hang out while others go adventuring, the vibrant art scene isn’t to be missed—including the Thomas Cole House.

18. Glampful

  • Distance from NYC: 3 hours and 45 minutes
  • Location: Broadalbin, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: safari tents, located in the Adirondacks, close to Great Sacandaga Lake beach and boat launch

Glampful welcomes guests to set up camp in stylish safari tents. Each one sits on its own private, elevated wood deck and is furnished with Adirondack chairs, ultra-comfy beds, a grill and cooking equipment. You’ll be in close proximity to Great Sacandaga Lake beach and its 125 miles of shoreline. Hadley Mountain, Moreau Lake State Park and The Henning Preserve aren’t far, either. Head to the Fulton-Montgomery Association’s many farmers markets for provisions and then raft down the Sacandaga River (or go antiquing in Broadalbin, if that’s more your speed).

19. Hotel Caravana

  • Distance from NYC: 2 hours and 25 minutes
  • Location: Amenia, NY
  • Why We Recommend It: lots of outdoor activities, airstreams have modern amenities, on-site dining

Airstream hotel? Sign us up. Upon arrival to Hotel Caravana, you’ll be whisked straight to 1967, retro neon signs and drive-in theater included. Each airstream is equipped with a bathroom, shower and kitchenette. The area is rife with activities, including hikes and sightseeing at Dover Stone Church, Harlem Valley Rail Trail and Wethersfield Gardens. The towns of Salisbury, Connecticut, and Millerton, New York aren’t far, either. And when you get hungry, slide up to the hotel’s retro diner, which serves up pizza, sandwiches, salads, pasta and more

20. Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA Holiday

  • Distance from NYC: 7 hours by car; 3 hours 45 minutes by plane
  • Location: Bar Harbor, ME
  • Why We Recommend It: multiple glamping accommodation options, budget-friendly, kid-friendly, waterfront location

It may be one of the further glamping options on this list from a driving perspective, but if you’re looking for beach camping near NYC, boy is it beautiful. Located just outside of Acadia National Park, which we highly recommend visiting in the fall when it’s lit up in gorgeous hues of red, orange and yellow leaves, Kampgrounds of America tells us this family-friendly campground is technically the only campground on the west side of prime Mount Desert Island. The more luxe glamping accommodations here include rustic chic, upgraded cabin options and even vintage Airstreams, many of which are waterfront for an extra dose of camping magic. Since some might consider RV camping the OG of glamping, they also offer plenty of options for that should you decide to rent your own RV through RVShare, essentially the “Airbnb of RVs”, which is ideal for first-time renters.

What to Consider When Choosing a Place to Go Glamping Near NYC

What it comes to glamping near NYC, you have a ton of options. Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan your trip.

  • Accommodations: This can range from safari tent to cabin and full-on resort that’s remote enough to feel like you’re one with nature...without actually being in nature. Figure out what kind of experience you want (rough it a little or not at all?) and let that guide your search. Sometimes, properties will have a variety of lodging, but others will specialize in just one.
  • Food & Drink: If you’re planning to do most of the cooking while away, make sure your accommodations include, at minimum, a kitchenette. You’ll also want to verify that provisions will be easy to acquire. And if you don’t want to lift a finger, choose lodging that has an on-site restaurant or that is within a convenient distance to a town. In other words, decide if would you like to make your own food or enjoy an on-site restaurant.
  • Family-Friendly Options: Some of the options above (like Huttopia and Climbing Vine) are explicitly kid or pet friendly. Depending on your children’s ages, consider the accommodation’s amenities and activities and whether or not they’re appropriate. Note that some properties may have age restrictions. And, don’t forget to do your research on pet fees.

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