Dana's Retreat-glamping/camping @ a WildlifeRescue

Tiny home in Princeton, Illinois

  1. 4 guests
  2. 3 beds
  3. Half-bath
Hosted by Nancy
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

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A full outdoor living space in the woods

Cook on the gas grill, unwind by the fire pit, and nap in the hammocks on the private deck

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Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Located at 2nd Hand Ranch & Rescue, this tiny house in the timber was built to share the beauty of nature with folks that want to camp... but not really
This 12x12 house is off grid with a cute outhouse nestled in the timber behind the wildlife rescue. We bring your supplies up via Gator as you hike the trail up. PLEASE NOTE: NO RUNNING WATER

from November 1st to April 1st the propane heater will be turned on just like I do at my own home

The space
This is a perfect get away to chill. Its a little 12x12 house with a queen sleeper sofa and 2 loft beds. It includes 5 gallons of water (in summer 1 gallon in winter but happy to bring more any time) to washup. Nice deck, a propane grill to cook, 1 bundle of firewood, and a duralog to start your fire. Coffee, cocoa, tea french press, kettle, & cook ware are supplied. We are 1 mile from the Hennepin Canal with it's 92 miles of towpath trails and only 5 miles from Hennepin Hopper Lake and the Wetlands Initiative waterfowl refuge. It is perfect for canoeing, kayaking, or just taking in the sunset. If needed, we have the path lit up at night to come down to our house, otherwise the magical house on the hill is all yours.

NOVEMBER 1-APRIL 1 WE HAVE A BEAUTIFUL PROPANE FIREPLACE TO KEEP YOU TOASTY!

PLEASE NOTE: NO RUNNING WATER - bucket shower
NO ELECTRIC THAT MEANS NO AIR-CONDITIONING this is camping but bougie

***TENT CAMPING AT SITE - BRING YOUR FRIENDS - SCOUTS & CHURCH GROUPS TOO! *****

Please Note:
PLEASE REMEMBER WE ARE PET FRIENDLY, SO TRY AS WE MAY, WE CAN'T GET ALL THE PET HAIR VACUUMED OUT OF THE CARPET. If you are allergic to animals, this animal rescue probably wouldn't be a good match. But doggy folks, enjoy this location with your pooch.

Guest access
You have access to our 10 acres of timber to walk around, but be careful about getting too far away and lost. The house is above our home on the hill. We will assist you with all luggage at 5:30 pm weeknights and 3pm Friday-Sunday at check-in if you wish, or if you have mobility issues we will gladly drive you up . At anytime noon or before will happily help you down as well.
You can come down at feeding time to get to know the animals at 6/7 pm each day OR stay on a weekend with an open house and enjoy smores, hotdogs and all the animals and volunteers. PLEASE NOTE: NO RUNNING WATER/SHOWERS

Other things to note
Check in is at 4pm. Check out is at Noon. Those 2 times we will take your supplies up with our John Deere Gator as you hike up the beautiful path. These times are set. If you want to come later or check out earlier, we can try to accommodate that schedule.

DOG RULES: ON LEASH AT ALL TIMES, MUST BE CRATED IF YOU LEAVE THEM IN THE CABIN UNATTENDED, THEY ARE NOT ALLOWED AT RESCUE - STRESSES WILDLIFE, YOU MUST PICK UP AFTER DOG - WE HAVE BAGGIES, ALL DAMAGES ARE RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNER, WAIVER & 100% . WE LOVE DOGS AND KNOW THEY ARE FAMILY ENJOY YOUR STAY

What is supplied: Queen sleeper sofa and all fresh clean bedding. 2 loft beds with a ladder. Cordless fan & LED lighting. Gas Grill for easy cooking, a small fire circle and 1 free bundle of firewood. We have many books on nature and some art supplies, start a journal, paint and find your creative soul. Or just lay down with all the doors open and nap. We also have some excellent hammocks, perfect for napping.
Animals at the rescue: We invite you to come down at 5-6pm each day to help us feed and love on the animals. But since this is our private residence, we ask that after we feed you return to your beautiful cabin and enjoy the peace and solitude. PLEASE NOTE: NO RUNNING WATER/SHOWERS

What this place offers

Valley view
Kitchen
Free driveway parking on premises
Pets allowed
Private patio or balcony

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 145 reviews.

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Guests mention

Where you’ll be

Princeton, Illinois, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

We are a rural location with 10 acres of timber, but we have neighbors who are amazing that love our wildlife rescue. So we try to be very respectful to them as they are to us. We love our neighbors.

Meet your host

Superhost
145 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Born in the 60s
Fun fact: I have a pet ox
I'm an adventure traveler and run a wildlife rescue as a hobby. I enjoy life and people and not only host an Air BnB at 2nd Hand Ranch & Rescue but have a great Safari tour company and I host Eco Tours to Tanzania at least once a year!

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