Peaceful, Private 1-bedroom campground in Vandalia

OFF GRID camping experience with comforts like a queen bed with comfortable bedding!

*Nestled in the back of our farm

*Secluded, private and quiet

*Located next to a designated DARK SKY zone

*Star gazing

*Wildlife, deer and birds

*Perfect intimate getaway for two

*Bathroom with flushable toilet and running water

*Outdoor shower with hot water

*Outdoor camping experience without all the work

Your kitchen area is stocked with:
Two pots and three fry pans
Some cooking utensils and wine bottle opener
A set of mixing bowls and a whisk perfect to mix up pancakes.
A tea kettle for hot water
French press to make coffee
Two coffee mugs
Two wine glasses
Four plates
Four sets of silverware
Two marshmallow sticks to enjoy a treat by the fire.
A dishpan, kitchen towels and dish soap for you to use if needed
Two battery powered lanterns
Grill your favorite supper or breakfast on the Blackstone grill.
A collage size fridge/freezer
Mosquito spray
Citronella candle, lighter
Outdoor trash can

No need to worry if you’re not sure about how to start fires. We have a fire starters available along with wood for you to enjoy.

Hawthorn campsite is complete with a tent, a queen bed -fully made, a bunk bed cot, (no bedding provided for cots) a table and chairs for inside eating plus picnic table outside and a fire ring ready for s’mores! The tent has screened windows and door which keeps the bugs out and lets in great air flow!

Your personal, private bathroom is just a short walk from the tent. There is running water, lights and a flushable toilet. Enjoy a relaxing shower under the stars in your outdoor shower! Remember that since this is an OFF GRID campsite, there isn’t unlimited hot water.

Please note the water is non-potable.

Also, there is a strict NO smoking/vaping inside the tent or under the rain fly. We can not wash the smoke smell or residue off the tent walls.

You are welcome to walk the lane and enjoy the back area. This is country so there may be mosquitoes, ticks and other bugs. Watch out for the poison Ivy that likes to grow in the tall grass and woods.


You will be staying on the back corner of our farm and while the site feels very private, you might hear children playing.

We welcome pets, but ask that they not be on beds or furniture. Excessive pet hair requiring deep cleaning will result in a $125 charge. Any damages (to rugs, doors, or tent structures) will be charged at repair/replacement cost.

Your tent site is located on the back of our 18 acre farm and you have your own private lane to access the campsite. We are located next to a designated dark sky area so the stargazing is fantastic! Plus wildlife is abundant including our two Sandhill cranes that live on the pond.

Dr Lawless Park is a designated DARK SKY and is located 1/4 of a mile away. This park has fantastic mountain biking and hiking so bring your bikes to enjoy a good ride!

There is space to park your boat for use on the local lakes. Birch Lake is absolutely gorgeous and makes for a great kayak ride. Enjoy fishing or water sports on local Diamond or Donnell Lakes located within a few minutes of our farm. We are around 45 minutes from Amish country Shipshewana and Notre Dame Stadium.

Nearest Commercial Airport: South Bend
International Airport (~33 miles away)

We are located 15 minutes away from grocery stores in case you forget something!