The Finger Lakes, located in central New York, are 11 elongated and narrow lakes that were created more than two million years ago, after the last ice age. The 11 lakes are beautifully spread across 14 counties in New York and they are now a major tourism and recreational area, well known for their wineries, panoramic views of nature and abundance of wildlife. If you are looking to get the best vacation in the Finger Lakes region, glamping is one of the best choices! You’ll get the chance to embrace a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience in nature, but still in ultimate comfort. If you are in for your next glamping adventure, read on to find out more! Here is a list of the best glamping spots in Finger Lakes, New York.
1. Yurt with a private patio (from USD 500)
This private yurt in Himrod, right in the heart of the Finger Lakes, is an alluring glamping spot with all the amenities you’ll need for a pleasant vacation. Consisting of the basic amenities, such as a comfortable queen-sized bed, ceiling fan, heater and working electricity, you’re bound to enjoy a good night’s rest here. There is also a private bathroom with an individual stand-up shower in every yurt, so guests don’t have to worry about sharing.
One of the best parts about this yurt has to be its private patio that faces the Plum Point Gully. If you are looking to unwind and relax, you can take a break here with a cup of tea and just immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings.
Plum Point Lodge - Yurt 4Himrod, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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we were pleasantly surprised about the restaurant as we had dinner and breakfast there and neither disappointedRead more reviewsHost:
the staff was extremely accommodating and friendly for our entire stay
2. Elegant yurt near a beautiful boathouse (from USD 160)
The spacious 10-acre (4-hectare) Yale Manor, located in Finger Lakes Wine Country, is situated on the Cayuga and Seneca Lake Wine trails, just 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) from Geneva, New York. Their beautiful 30-foot (9-metre) yurts are furnished like your own cosy bedroom, giving guests a wonderful home away from home experience. Each yurt is equipped with a full bath, king mattress, heater, as well as a kitchenette for your cooking needs.
The gentle environment of the Yale Manor is surrounded by scenic views of the lakes and surrounding nature. The boathouse is just nearby if guests are looking for a sunset cruise. The Cayuga and Seneca lakes are also home to an abundance of wineries and breweries if guests are interested in some wine tasting during their trip.
Yale Manor B&B & Yurt Glamping
Address: 563 Yale Farm Road
Facilities for disabled guests Golf course (within 3 km) On-site parking Free WiFi Massage Air conditioning CCTV in common areas Garden
3. Spacious yurt with a nice outdoor picnic area (from USD 275)
This property, situated in Trumansburg, New York, is a spacious yurt with domed ceilings that are made of thick vinyl. Besides being able to withstand the more extreme weather, it is also really well insulated. This yurt can comfortably accommodate up to five guests with two bedrooms and fold down futons in the living room area. There is a kitchenette for your cooking needs, as well as a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower. It is a great spot for a vacation with your family or a close group of friends, as there is a beautiful outdoor area with picnic tables and barbecue pits.
If you think that is all, you’re wrong! There is a private beach for you to enjoy a walk on the sand without any outside disturbances. This is definitely a great choice if you’re looking for the ultimate glamping experience.
Spacious, airy yurt for glamping in comfort!
4. Rustic tent in a farmhouse (from USD 195)
The Wisteria is a tent located at a farmhouse property situated in the Brooktondale area of New York and it is a great spot for a couple’s glamping retreat. This non-heated tent comes with linens and bedding to ensure a great night’s rest. Although heaters are not installed in the tent, electric blankets are provided for guests to keep themselves warm during the chilly nights. There is a shared bath with hot water on demand.
Guests will also be able to experience life on a farm with animals that wander around freely. If you are up for a fresh breakfast, you are free to make yourself some with the freshly laid eggs from the hens. For guests who are up for some exploration, the wineries and nearby gorges are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
Scottland Yard Wisteria- Glamping TentBrooktondale, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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we spent two nights in the tent which is both comfortable and accommodating10/10 would recommend so beautiful and the tent is incredibly comfortable with so many nice touchesthe outdoor kitchen was nice to have especially with the refrigeratorthe tent is very comfortable and spaciousCleanliness:
the tent was clean comfortable and lovelyour tent was big clean and gorgeousthe linens were very clean and the bed was very comfortablethe kitchen bathrooms public resting areas were all clean and beautifully decoratedthe kitchen is clean and easy to work in to make a quick breakfastHost:
andrea was also so helpfulandrea and duane are amazing hostsshe was accommodating and helpful in answering our questionsthe hosts are extremely nice and wonderfulandrea was a fantastic host - she gave us great local tips and made us feel at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
this place was absolute perfectiongreat location right outside of ithacathe perfect place to go to get away and be in your own little oasissuch a sweet place to spend a weekendandrea’s place is a little piece of heaven perfectly positioned for a trip to ithaca and the finger lakes
5. Beautifully furnished, modern tent (from USD 189)
This fairly new property is located in Burdett, New York. Consisting of a queen bed, beautiful furniture and a writing desk, guests will definitely be able to enjoy their stay in this space. The exclusive balcony is a private space for guests to enjoy some quiet alone time, surrounded by nature. The bathhouses at the property are equipped with private showers and bathrooms with a shared sink area. The outdoor kitchen provides guests with the basic cooking amenities if they’d like to prepare their own food.
Seneca Sol Safari Tent - Willow (King Bed, Futon)Burdett, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the continental breakfast spread was very nice (loved the granola ) and the nightly campfire was a nice touchfree continental breakfast campfire trails and grill area to get the full experiencewe stayed in the willow tent and were more than comfortablethe other three doors are individual bathrooms with just a toilet & hand sanitizer mounted on the wallthe bathrooms and showers were great amenities and very cleanCleanliness:
super clean and super friendlyeverything is super clean and the bathhouse is beautifuleverything was very comfortable clean and well-appointedthe tent looked great very clean and spaciousthe tent was spacious clean and well-appointedHost:
cameron and christine were great hosts and the site was beautifulvery personable and gracious hostcameron and christine were really lovely hostshighly recommend the hosts were great with recommendations and we are looking forward to coming back in the futureseneca-sol is worth the trip cameron is very kind and knowledgeableRead more reviewsLocation:
it is located in the middle of all the wineries so the location is excellentawesome location; so much to do and such a fun experiencefamily friendly clean relaxing and excellent location to all that the finger lakes region has to offerbut overall a fun unique place to stayif you’re looking for peace and quiet in the woods
6. Gorgeous, weather-resistant safari tent (from USD 189)
This newly built safari tent in Burdett is built on an elevated wood platform and it is weather resistant. Located in a tranquil, cloistered forest, this property is equipped with a full queen bed, beautiful wood-accented furniture and a writing desk. The shared bathhouse is new, modern and definitely going to provide a luxurious experience to guests. You’ll also be able to do your own cooking with the grill in the outdoor kitchen. Join the daily communal campfire with the other like-minded guests!
Seneca Sol Safari Tent - Oak (queen bed)Burdett, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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breakfast and coffee selection was greatgreat amenities on the property and the tent was spacious with very comfortable bedscoffee with a continental breakfast was perfect in the morningbeautiful breakfast spread in the morningthey provide a nice breakfast with great coffee and start a campfire every nightCleanliness:
the tent was clean and adorablethe bath house is clean and luxuriousthe bathrooms were clean and accessiblethe bathroom was spotless and beautifully decoratedthe place was very cleanHost:
the host was very accommodating and helpfulhosts were very friendly & warmthe host is so welcoming and helpfulthe hosts were very helpful and availableand we were right our hosts were gracious knowledgeable and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to watkins glen parkgreat location near many wineriesperfect location & the coziest campgroundlovely secluded location near seneca lake and winerieslocation is great a few minutes away from the lake and watkins glen
7. Rustic yurt in the great outdoors
This yurt, located in the Waterloo area of New York, is an awesome choice, especially for nature and outdoors lovers. The spacious property consists of a double bed with a large dining area and a kitchen for guests who would like to prepare their own meals. There is a huge bathhouse just a few steps from the yurt.
It is also near parks, museums and wineries. For those who are into shopping, there are also outlets nearby for you to catch some great deals! The hosts also provide complimentary kayak and canoes to their guests, for no extra charge.
Stay in our Yurt....glamping at its finest.Waterloo, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the yurt was clean cozy and had everything we neededHost:
paula snd john were excellent hostsjohn and paula were wonderful hostsawesome hosts and experience highly recommend staying in the yurt on the beautiful canalgreat owners who have lots of knowledge about the areapaula and john are wonderful hosts with an incredible space that they have created to share with peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
great location as welljust wish we had more time to stay in this locationclose to the cute little downtown area with bars restaurants and musica great place to stay and perfect location for enjoying everything around seneca lakethis really is a perfect private place to stay for exploring the finger lakes
8. Cosy yurt with a skylight
This cosy space, located in Trumansburg, New York, is situated at Wellspring Forest Farm, snuggled on the edge of the woods. This quiet space is a great option for guests who are looking for a quiet and chill environment. Equipped with one queen bed in the loft and a convertible queen bed futon in the main living area, this property can easily accommodate up to four guests. There is a private bathroom and a changing room, as well!
The fully functioning kitchen is also filled with cookware and basic cooking ingredients. Guests will also be able to enjoy an outdoor cooking session with the gas grill outside. You are also free to pick the fresh herbs just outside the door.
Secluded & Cozy Yurt w/ Gardens Grill & Fire pitTrumansburg, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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we enjoyed eating breakfast on the deck with the view of the gardenit was very cool at night with the windows open and fan runningthe flowers on the table and other sweet touches made it so invitingwe were able to make a fantastic breakfast the next morning and enjoyed it on the sunny deckmy friend and i loved the cozy fun space surrounded in nature with all the comforts of homeCleanliness:
super clean and comfortableit was very clean and very cozyeverything was really clean and set up beautifullyeverything was clean and private and relaxingclean and there's everything you needHost:
elizabeth was a wonderful host and we enjoyed staying on their farmtheir two dogs were so adorable and friendlygreat place great hosts beautiful farmthe host provided (for purchase) some local sausage and fresh duck eggs and maple syrupelizabeth was an amazing host friendly and checking up on us and making sure we had everything we neededRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatsuper cute i loved the location and the beautiful farma great location to venture to either western seneca or eastern cayuga lakesvery relaxing and the location could not be beat for convience to local attractionswonderful place to take the family to get away from it all
9. Safari style tents with daily complimentary local breakfast
The CaNa Tent, located in Rushville in the Finger Lakes wine country, provides guests with rustic, safari-style tents furnished with queen or king-size beds. There is a community kitchen area that can be freely accessed by guests if they are looking to prepare their own delicious food. The sustainable solar shower also comes with a tub and a working toilet. Besides this, there is also a newly constructed outdoor bathhouse. For those who are looking for more, paddleboats and additional camping options are available, as well.
Cana Boutique Platform Tent and BreakfastRushville, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the s'mores bar and homemade breakfast were excellent touchesthe breakfast dinner and s'more kit all were delicious and had special and personal touchesdelicious homemade breakfast served in the morningwe slept comfortably in our bed (and cot for our daughter)Cleanliness:
our area was clean and well maintainedthe room was clean and the bed was very comfyprivate bathroom and shower was super nice and really cleanthe property is beautiful the tents and the yurt are incredibly clean beautifully decorated with very comfortable bedsHost:
our host rainey was fantasticrainey was an excellent hostrainey and jeff were exceptionally kind genuine and welcoming peoplerainey provided all kinds of fun toppings including sprinkles and peanut butterrainey is a great host and the glamping set-up is lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
this place is amazing such a great place to spend time unwinding and relaxing
10. New, modern tipi in a secluded forest
Located in Burdett, New York, this new tipi is a great find for those who are looking for a luxurious glamping experience. Guests are first required to check-in at their beautiful lounge tent. That is also the where guests get to enjoy a fresh daily breakfast, from 8 am to 10 am.
The tipi is constructed on a wood platform and it is fully equipped with a queen-size bed, furniture and a writing desk. Enjoy the campfire that is lit especially for guests every night! If you want to explore further, the looped nature trail, which takes you about fifteen minutes to complete, is just nearby.
Seneca Sol Tipi - Cypress (Queen Bed)Burdett, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the teepee stayed nice and cool at night breakfast was awesomethe bed was comfortable and the tipi had plenty of space for our items and to move aroundthey provide a wonderful continental breakfast and a grill area if you want to make your own foodthe bed was very comfortable and the space cozywe had a wonderful stay with our pup charlie despite the rainy weather our tipi stayed dry and comfortableCleanliness:
tipi was very clean and cozyvery clean and it was a comfortable nights sleepclean and extremely well thought out was the theme thereamazing unique clean glamping experienceall the common areas in the bathroom were clean and well lit and a/c'dHost:
they were hospitable knowledgeable and truly care about their guestsgreat experience and great hostscameron one of the hosts was very welcoming and helpfulcameron and christine are friendly and responsive hostsbreakfast was lovely each morning and our hosts were very helpful with recommendations that were dog-friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to explore the finger lakes regionbeautiful location and a great experiencebeautiful property great location and hostsawesome place to stay very close to all the vineyards/wineries on seneca lakethere is a cool little brewery very close by (like 5 mins away) that is also pet friendly
Unwind in the nature of the Finger Lakes
There are just so many things you can do in the Finger Lakes region besides glamping. You’ll definitely get a relaxing and chill vacation here, for sure, as lots of the glamping sites are situated in beautiful nature. Many of them are secluded, quiet places, so you’ll also be able to get some quality alone time! What are you waiting for? It’s time to book yourself a beautiful vacation in one of these gorgeous properties!
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