Not Too Late for a Late-Summer Getaway
(Broadry) — The feeling of summer slipping by like sand through your fingers is all too common. No sooner are the kids out of school, then the Fourth of July seems to roll right up, and before you know it, you’re seeing school supplies in the stores, Labor Day is upon you and you’re wondering where the summer went. We’re all looking to hang onto summer just a little bit longer.
One way to do that is to enjoy a final getaway with the family before the hectic schedules of the fall take over. If planning an elaborate vacation that will please everyone seems like a daunting task, try keeping it simple.
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. It’s the perfect blend to give you the easy escape you’re looking for.
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Kick back, take advantage of campground amenities, and visit local attractions near these seven glamping destinations this summer.
You’ll forget you’re camping while staying at this RV resort! Fiesta Key RV Resort in the gorgeous Florida Keys 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 oceanside cottages 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.
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 square foot 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 cottages border the historic Hewick Plantation and are pet-friendly! Guests can spend time visiting with friends at the fire rings and barbecue grills out front or hide away on the covered decks for a quiet evening.
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 deluxe cabins are a great option for families with kids who aren’t yet ready for tent camping. The cabins feature bedding accommodations for up to six, air conditioning, electricity, and full bathrooms and kitchens. Rustic cabins with fewer amenities are located near the bathhouses for those who prefer an experience closer to traditional camping. Take a day trip to cities like Lancaster, Hershey and Baltimore or spend the day at the campground enjoying the swimming pool and water slide, fishing, competing in campground-sponsored tournaments or in the game room.
Lake Conroe RV Resort is a great place to combine 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. Your four-legged friend will have fun at the resort’s dog park, complete with agility course. Cool off after a full day outdoors in one of the resort’s cabins. Sleeping between four and six guests, 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 RV Resort in Marina, California is conveniently situated on Monterey Bay and the Marina Dunes Preserve. This RV resort offers guests easy access to Fort Ord Dunes State Park, Marina State Beach, the Carmel Valley wineries and more. The resort has amenities such as its store, fitness center and clubhouse so its campers can continue to feel at home while they’re camping. Enjoy the allure of tent camping without ‘roughing it’ 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 resort also offers fully equipped rental cottages with all of the necessities. The cottages have a queen-sized bed in the bedroom, queen-sized mattress in the loft, and a full kitchen and bathroom.
Make your summer unforgettable with a glamping stay at Mt. Hood Tiny House Village. This picturesque resort in Welches, Oregon is home to a small “village” of seven 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 sleep between three and seven guests. Climb up to the loft at the end of the day or doze off in the ground-level nooks to recharge. Outside, enjoy a barbecue grill, picnic table, and communal fire pit. 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.
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-foot diameter yurts, which have bunk beds that sleep up to five guests. These unique rentals give the feel of a tent but the comfort of a cabin and are conveniently situated 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!
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