While camping is a staple summer activity for many, not everyone prefers getting up close and personal with nature for their getaway. Campgrounds across the country have gotten this memo, featuring rental accommodations that bring glamour to traditional camping. Kick back, take advantage of campground amenities, and visit local attractions at these seven glamping destinations for the summer.
Fiesta Key colorful cottages
You’ll forget you’re camping while staying at this RV Resort! Fiesta Key RV Resort in Layton, Florida has it all. Guests watch their cares fade away as they swim in the ocean, enjoy the onsite tiki bar and cantina or take part in all the fun-filled activities the staff have planned. Fiesta Key has both RV sites and gorgeous cottages on the waterfront that provide ultimate rest and relaxation. The beach-themed cottages have a private bedroom, a loft space, full bath with a shower and basic cooking equipment. They also boast private front porches looking out on the ocean! When not kicking back at the resort, be sure to check out Long Key State Park, the Dolphin Research Center and Bud ‘N’ Mary’s world-famous fishing marina.
Bethpage cottages
Located just over an hour from Richmond, Urbanna is home to the perfect camp-resort in Virginia. Loads of fun activities await guests of all ages at Bethpage. Enjoy the multiple pools, waterslides, and water jungle gym or spend the day fishing on the Rappahannock River. The whole family can visit the Bethpage Ice Creamery and listen to live bands each weekend in between themed activities throughout the summer. Wind down after so much fun in the sun at one of the camp-resort’s fully equipped rental cottages. These 400 sq. ft. cottages sleep up to six and feature an open kitchen including a full-size stove and refrigerator for all your cooking and picnicking needs. Several units border the historic Hewick plantation and are pet-friendly! Guests can spend time visiting with friends at the fire rings and BBQ grills out front or hide away on the covered decks for a quiet evening.
Drummer Boy cabins
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is not only home to historic battlefields and tourist attractions for ghost-lovers, but also to Drummer Boy Camping Resort. Drummer Boy Camping Resort is a wooded, 95-acre RV campground with several glamping rentals to choose from at varying levels of luxury. The campground’s rustic cabins are a great option for families with kids who aren’t ready to tent camp yet. The cabins feature bedding accommodations for up to 6, A/C, electricity, and a small refrigerator. They have picnic tables outside and are located near the bathhouses. Take a day trip to cities like Lancaster, Hershey and Baltimore or spend the day at the campground fishing, competing in campground-sponsored tournaments or in the game room.
Lake Conroe cabins
Lake Conroe RV & Camping Resort is a great place to combine typical glamping attractions and boating fun! This location features a boat launch onto the 22,000-acre Lake Conroe for guests who bring their own boat or rent onsite. Guests can rent jon boats, paddle boats, kayaks and canoes at the property, or stay on land for fun at the sports courts, mini golf and recreation hall. Cool off after a full day outdoors in one of the resort’s cabins. Sleeping between 4-6, these cabins are stocked with kitchen essentials, linens, and air conditioning. Keep the fun going into the evening around the fire or unwind in front of the satellite televisions inside. Guests at Lake Conroe can venture out about an hour’s drive into Houston where they can Explore the Houston Zoo, Sam Houston Museum, and the Prison Museum.
Marina Dunes cottages and glamping tents
Marina Dunes RV Park in Marina, California is conveniently situated on Monterey Bay and the Marina Dunes Preserve. This RV Park gives its guests easy access to Fort Ord Dunes State Park, Marina State Beach, the Carmel Valley wineries and more. The park has amenities such as its store and fitness center, and clubhouse so its campers can continue to feel at home while they’re camping. Have the allure of tent camping without ‘roughing it’ too much by staying in the glamping tents at Marina Dunes. With a queen-sized bed, two bedside tables, lamps, and an electric heater, these rentals offer a unique glamping experience that will be raved about for years. The park also offers less rustic, fully equipped rental cottages with all of the basic necessities. The cottages have a queen-sized bed in the bedroom, queen-sized mattress in the loft, and a full kitchen and bathroom.
Mt. Hood Village tiny houses
Make your summer unforgettable with a glamping stay at Mt. Hood Village RV Resort. This picturesque resort in Welches, Oregon is home to a small “village” of 7 tiny houses. Each house has its own unique personality and all the comforts of home on a tiny scale. They’re equipped with full bathrooms, kitchenettes and private picnic tables outside. Climb up to the loft at the end of the day or doze off in the ground-level nooks to recharge. Mt. Hood is a premiere glamping spot this summer especially for active families. Guests can venture out from the resort for hiking, mountain biking, or golfing. Nearby, guests can visit Timberline Lodge for year-round skiing and snowboarding.
Yurts!
Tranquil Timbers Camping Resort is the ideal location for your summer glamping trip. This naturally beautiful campground in Door County, Wisconsin is the place to stay while visiting this scenic area. Rent out one of Tranquil Timbers’ 16′ diameter yurts, which have bunk beds that sleep up to 5. These unique rentals give the feel of a tent but the comfort/safety of a cabin and are near the resort’s bath houses. Spend the day catching all sorts of fish, hiking at nearby Potawatomi State Park or exploring the lighthouses along the 75-mile-long peninsula. Guests can also enjoy the many hiking and biking trails onsite and find they return to keep the fun going year after year!
