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Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom3 bathroomsSleeps 327.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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North River, NY
  • Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Thirteenth Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views

At the edge of a wildflower meadow with mountain views, this beautifully furnished glamping tent has two queen beds, lamps, Oriental rug and private deck.

Enjoy wood-fired pizza and our new all natural wood hot tub. Get fresh eggs from our henhouse. 40 acres of meadows, woods, pond, streams and trails. Nightly bonfires, star gazing, a nearby lake and rafting in the Hudson River below. Golf cart service to your tent.

We have four glamping tents, Glamp Richard, Glamp Suzanne, Glamp Bernice and Glamp Thomas which are spaciously set apart for privacy yet an easy walk to the Bath House and the Lodge where each glamping tent has its own kitchenette.

The tents have a “fly” over them so they stay remarkably cool during the day and completely waterproof. At night, zip up the canvas windows and doors, and stay cozy under handmade feather quilts.

The new Bath House has a women’s side with two toilets, a shower and double vanity with glass vessel sinks; ditto for the men’s side. In the nearby Lodge, there is also a lovely new bathroom with an old-fashion claw foot tub where you can enjoy a deep bath with lavender salts. We provide nice towels and soap.

In the Lodge, there are individual kitchenettes for each of our four glamping tents. It has a sink, one burner cooktop, coffee maker, compact refrigerator, dishes, cutting board, glasses, utensils, napkins and basics of salt, pepper, sugar. Bring your own coffee and cream. There are open shelves for you to store your groceries.

Outside are several charcoal grills and a gas grill. We provide charcoal and lighter fluid.

We spent the fall and winter of 2019 building an amazing all natural cedar hot tub. Located on one of the most beautiful spots of our land, our new Japanese wood hot tub is a delightful treat for our guests. Built within a small post and beam temple-like structure with gorgeous views of the mountains beyond and wildflowers below, our spa tub is a wonderful way to relax during your stay. $25 for an hour’s retreat of happiness.

Most nights in the summer, we offer wood fired pizza. Here’s how it works. We make and provide the dough, and guests bring their own toppings. We fire up the wood-fired pizza in the late afternoon. By six, the wood fire has died down and the oven is about 800 degrees. Starting around six o’clock and ending about eight, guests come to the pizza pavilion with their toppings and we help them cook their pizzas. Because the oven is so hot, the pizzas cook in about three minutes. Lots of fun! Oh, most toppings should be sautéed in advance since the cooking time in the oven is so short. (Requested donation of $8 / $5 for children to cover costs of firewood, dough, etc).

At dusk, we get the bonfire going so guests can relax in hand-built Adirondack chairs to watch the fire and the stars. There is no “light pollution” so it is an amazing experience to see thousands of stars, night clouds, moonscapes.

Enjoy getting your breakfast eggs from the henhouse. Our flock of chickens and ducks are fun to watch as they free range all over the property. The ducklings enjoy it when there is fresh water run into their little swimming pool --- they are so joyous when they’re in water. The ducks are sweet but shy away from people (oh no! humans!). Unlike the chickens that wander all day and come back together to the coop only to sleep, the ducks are co-dependent and stick together all the time; if one duck is separated, they all quack until they get back together. So yes, country life can be noisy with the chickens cackling and the ducks quacking!

And of course there is Sammy Dog, a lab/shepherd mix, who bounds around the property, visiting all our guests, laying down on the porch and steps waiting for people to come home. Be careful coming down the driveway because he sometimes leaps unexpectedly in front of cars all goofy and happy. He can come in and even sleep over if you want (just send us a text message so we know where he is).

Our cabins are set up for visiting dogs, but unfortunately we cannot host dogs in the tents.

The lake is three miles down the winding road …13th Lake it is called and it is just beautiful. Totally natural and quiet with no sign of civilization on its shores. The Hudson River is at the bottom of our mountain; clear beautiful water; you go tubing or rafting with the various rafting companies located right nearby.

The town of North Creek is five miles away off the main Route 28 road but it’s easy to miss so look for the 3 or 4 signs that mark the entrance to “town”. North Creek is a scenic little town with some great restaurants, a grocery store, liquor store, some shopping places and a scenic train called the Saratoga/North Creek Railroad which takes folks in antique train cars along the Hudson River.

Another great experience is nearby Garnet Hill Lodge, an historic lodge offering lunches and dinners … beautiful property, amazing views, great food. It’s located right up the road in North River. They rent mountain bikes and have all kinds of walking trails.

Lots and lots more to do … check our online Guide Book for more suggestions!

So .... Enjoy amazing mountain day views and glorious stargazing by night ... this might be the most special vacation you’ve ever had! Quiet and tranquil … safely and privately located at the edge of our Hobby Farm where you can enjoy a beautiful tent, ducks and chickens, and sweet lab dog.

If you're looking for additional space, we have other cottages on the property as well ... Authentic Adirondack Bird Camp which has two bedrooms, Farmstand Guest House. Camp Hudsonview and our newest Camp TwoSome (each with one bedroom), all of which are listed on this site.

Property manager

Leslie Clement
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We're a quiet place without loud music or parties. Our guests prefer to spend time stargazing by the fire, reading and hiking.
We cannot host dogs in our tents. Please don't ask for an exception.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

North River

Located in North River, this cabin is in the mountains. Gore Mountain Ski Resort and Double Barrel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort and Revolution Rail Co.. North Creek Depot Museum and Blue Line Outdoor Center are also worth visiting.
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North River, NY

What's nearby

  • Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Thirteenth Lake - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Revolution Rail Co. - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • OK Slip Falls Trailhead - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 15 min drive - 15.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪becks TAVERN - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sarah - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sporty's Iron Duke Saloon - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪barVino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marsha's Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Glamp Thomas On Adk Farm Offers Privacy, Stargazing And Mountain Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Hudson River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Thirteenth Lake and Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort. Double Barrel and Pinebrook Glades are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful experience in the Adirondacks! Leslie and Emeline were accommodating and great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

The grounds were absolutely gorgeous, the hosts were so nice with great communication. The pizza oven was awesome too. Cant wait to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My first Glamping experience. It was GREAT!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zayneb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Great gateway from the bustling city. Enjoyed the stay and the company of fellow glampers! Highly recommend :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Beautiful

The tents spacious and the grounds are beautiful. The bags of dried lavender in the rooms were an amazing touch. We will absolutely be back again and we will schedule more time in to really enjoy the property because there’s so much space to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great way to immerse yourself in the outdoors without completely stripping back to nothing. Everyone was so nice and it was like a community, while still being private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

So much fun

Staying at Glamp Thomas was a lot of fun. First and foremost, we got a great night sleep on a real bed, at a perfect temperature. Second, we enjoyed very much the facilities that were shared with the other tents, from warm shower, to individual fridge, and common fire pit. Last but not least, it was "pizza" night and when we say pizza, we mean "make your own" from selecting the ingredients to putting them in the wood oven. Can't get better than that.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Becky T., Ithaca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

Tents were great. Spacious, with wonderful porches, pastoral views, warm down comforters. The electric fireplace heater was a nice touch but didn't cut the cold once out of the bed! Tent nearby was loud late at night and shining light - only downside. Outbuildings were charming. Loved the walk under the starfilled sky to the japanese soaker. Only wish we could have dimmed/turned lights off in the soaker to see the stars! Dinner at Barvino in neighboring Northcreek was great. Beautiful home at thirteenth lake next morning. Truly a wonderful spot. Would love to come here with family friends and take over all for glamps! Our is life to stay in the little charming cabins when chillier which have the best views of the mountains!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katrina

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Arleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

The Outdoors Experience Without the Hard Work

It's a great place to stay. I love being able to have the out door experience without all the hard work. This was my second time back and there has been some upgrades since my first visit that were very nice. Each of the tents now have a screen room on the front with two Adirondack chairs to sit and view the beautiful garden that was also new since the last time I was there. The first time I took my Aunt and we both enjoyed it very much. I was excited to be able share it with my two granddaughters this year. We were able to visit the Wild Center, The Blue Mountain Museum and did Garnet Mining all with in an hour or less from our camp. The wood fire pizza was fun and delicious. My next trip in I will not bother to load my car with beverages and food for my stay, because in North Creek there is a Tops grocery store that is very nice and has anything you might need, so why take up space in your car. While you are in North Creek, check out the "North Creek Mosaic Project". The Adirondack Rail Biking is also in North Creek. That is on our "To Do" list the next time in. Both times we met and chatted with a number of other vacationers; some first timers, some repeat campers. Always a pleasure meeting new folks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ADK getaway

My fiancé and I stayed here for a friends wedding. The property is beautiful. The tents are clean and the beds are very comfortable. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Z., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true gem!

We spent three nights in Glamour Thomas and could have stay a lot longer! The property is beautiful and well kept. The kids loved running around between the houses and he vast garden to look for all the animals around and of course visit Sammy! We had the best time and did not want to leave! Thanks, Leslie & Emeline!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P., Nutley, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique experience. So much fun. This was perfect for our father’s day get away. We were sad to leave

I booked online and I had ton of questions and every one was answered quick. At check in we were greeted by owner and given a quick tour by her daughter. Both were great hosts super kind to our daughters (9 and 7 yo) I was worried that due to Covid 19 everything would be closed. Businesses were closed but it didn’t matter. We had so much to do. We went to 13th lake at sunset and the girls swam till the sun went down. We booked the hot tub... well worth it and soaked in it for an hour before bed. My girls woke up and played with the chickens and ducks and pet Sammy (the friendliest golden lab ever) We spent the day driving around nearby quaint towns then stopping at swimming in the Hudson River. We returned home for stone cooked pizza ... the girls helped cook it...yum! The girls fed the chickens and refilled duck pool... our city slicker girls loved it! Then we sat by the fire and made s’mores till it was our hour in the hot tub time! The tents were simple but super nice. Comfy beds. My favorite part was the back porch of the tent ... our girls played on the front porch and the adults siloed wine in the back over looking thick woods and pretty flower beds. The bathrooms were clean and modern. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Priya, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Leslie and her daughters made our stay so comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

John C., Huntington Bay, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clamping

Beautiful, well layout, tents kept all the rain hot, great kitchen accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was unique about this property. It was a wonderful week spent with my kids and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EXACTLY what we expected!

We love the outdoors, but always choose proper beds over camping. We were SUPER happy with our GLamping experience. The tent was clean and comfortable, the beds were great, and the bathrooms and kitchen facilities were impeccably clean and well equipped. We even enjoyed the rainy night/day! Delicious DIY pizza and marshmallows around the easy-to-light bonfire. I highly recommend glamping at Hobby Farm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hooked on Glamping

Leslie and her daughter were great hostesses. This was a unique experience. Location was great, just 5 minutes away from our rafting company and 5 min away from beautiful 13th Lake and OK Slip Falls. The pizza was delicious the facilities were clean. Just a unique experience that combined the beauty of nature with the amenities of home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

We had a great time glamping at Leslie’s place! We even got a chance to soak in the cedar hot tub and it was the best. Very relaxing and smelled great! Would totally recommend a soak if you can. If we are ever back in NY we definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Beautiful Experience!

Exceptional hospitality from Leslie and daughters. Beautiful thoughtout Glamping, loved the style and each detail from the styles of the tents, to the exquisite stone wood burning oven. Leslie’s pizza was amazing! Nice laid back experience together with Sammy her dog, and her cute chickens and ducks. My daughter Carolyn was able to relax and recharge to prepare for her second year of Graduate school. We Will definitely be back! Thank you Leslie for the experience! Best wishes to you and your daughters! ☺️ ~Marilyn &Carolyn
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Fantastic property!

Very cool experience and the hosts were great! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Excellent all around!

I would HIGHLY recommend staying here. The farm was beautiful, well-maintained, and comfortable. Leslie and her family were very welcoming and friendly. The animals were fun for our daughter. The stars at night were unbelievable. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2016

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Clement

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Through lucky circumstances and financial help from my family, I own a precious 40 acres atop a mountain in the Adirondacks with a small cluster of buildings including my great-grandparents’ century-old Bird Camp, four glamping tents and several cabins I have built in the last few years.

From early spring until the leaves change color in the fall, I have the honor to host vacationing guests who come to the Adirondack Mountains from all over the world, and who leave with generous notes of thanks and lovely reviews for having had the opportunity to live as I do with my children now, and as my grandparents and great-parents once did here. We treasure our farm-like setting reminiscent of an 1800’s farm with pleasant meadows, beautiful mountain views and brilliant star-filled nights, and I am grateful to my family for helping us preserve this special place.
A few years ago, I bought 40 acres of beautiful land abutting the original property. Gorgeous mountain views and open meadows were reclaimed by clearing trees, and the historic Shields Road which accesses this portion of the land has been rebuilt. Originally I intended to build single family homes for sale, but the evolved to retaining all the land the building, as finances permit, sweet rental cabins (Camp HudsonView and Camp TwoSome), walking trails and this year, a fabulous Japanese temple with a cedar hot tub.

I am grateful that I’ve had fascinating professional and personal experience, and that I may live in an insanely beautiful wild place. I have a small business offers interesting challenges and rewards. I spend the winter building rustic furniture for my rentals, plowing snow with my four wheeler and working as weather permits on the properties.
And through the warm months, I have the opportunity to meet lovely people from all over the world who treasure what we have here. Our guests bring life, laughter, children and love to our quiet mountain retreat.

Forward!

Leslie Clement

Why they chose this property

My family’s connection with the Adirondacks goes back to 1905 when my great-aunt Edie Bird --- then a teenager living in Port Washington, Long Island --- became sick with TB. At that time, the Adirondack wilderness had acquired a reputation for its health giving properties, and people were convinced that the fresh air, isolation, and plenty of rest and wholesome food would help people infected with TB. So my great-grandparents sent their daughter Edie here to North River where she “took the cure” by boarding at the nearby Cedarwood Farm where she sat outside all winter with the other boarders, bundled under quilts on the porch, and in summer walking the roads and wildflower meadows. Happily, my great-aunt Edie Bird recovered from the dreaded TB (the owners of the farm were not so lucky -- they contracted and died of TB themselves).

In 1910, my great-grandparents, Tim and Ida Bird, bought eight acres of beautiful property on “Christian Hill” (as it was once known) in North River. (I have since then bought an additional abutting 40 acres). They then built a small “shingle style” camp in the rustic Adirondack style which we call Bird Camp --- siting the small rustic dwelling to capitalize on dramatic southward views across the Gore Mountain range and the Hudson River two miles below. They brought up by train beautiful leaded glass windows and other building materials from a demolished Guggenheim estate on Long Island. Building materials were locally acquired --- cedar shingles, stone, milled lumber nearby North Creek where intensive amounts of logging was being done. Traditionally, the women and children stayed all summer while the men traveled back and forth. Life was leisurely. Visiting, and having visitors, was an important part of life. Cooking was done with a hand pump and wood cook stove. It was a four day long trip from Port Washington, Long Island.

Today we are delighted to share this special property today with visiting guests from all over the world.

What makes this property unique

The Adirondack Mountains are a spectacular range in upstate New York that showcases the breathtaking beauty of nature. There is a beautiful lake three miles down the winding road called 13th Lake which is completely natural and quiet with no sign of civilization on its shores.

Our guests enjoy spectacular views and acres of land that consists of pristine woods, meadows, vistas, and a spring-fed pond. The Hudson River is just down the hill, and the town of North Creek is five miles away. There is a historic cemetery next door, and Gore Mountain Ski Center and Garnet Hill are only a few miles away. Albany is only an hour-and-a-half away, and guests can reach Montreal within two hours. They can even take a short four-hour road trip to New York City. The town of North Creek is five miles away off the main Route 28 road. North Creek is a scenic little town with some great restaurants, a grocery store, a liquor store, some shopping places, and a scenic train called the Saratoga/North Creek Railroad, which takes folks in antique train cars along the Hudson River. Gore Mountain Ski Center is off Route 28 in North Creek.

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