Incredible Dog-Friendly Glamping in New England
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Glamping season is coming around again in New England, and your dog wants to go with you!
A New England glamping experience is a unique way to explore the outdoors, whether you’re on a weekend getaway or a mega road trip, and the best way to elevate it is to bring your dog along for the adventure.
Glamping accommodations are one-of-a-kind experiences with a strong emphasis on immersion in the natural landscape.
In our search for pet-friendly glamping spots in New England, we found so many cool places, from a cozy woodland yurt in New Hampshire to a beautiful glamping resort on the coast of Maine.
We can’t wait to share them with our favorite dogs and, of course, with you!
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Where to Find Dog-Friendly Glamping in New England
In addition to booking glamping stays at our favorite New England glamping resorts, we use a variety of online platforms to find glamping properties, so if you don’t find something you like below, hop online and check out some of these resources to find your own.
Here’s an overview of the booking platforms I use to find dog-friendly glamping near me.
- Hipcamp: Hipcamp matches private landowners with people who love the outdoors. Search Hipcamp for regular (private) campsites and some really cool glamping spots. It’s easy to filter out dog-friendly glamping on the platform. If you’ve never booked on Hipcamp before, use our referral link to save $10 off your first stay.
- VRBO: VRBO stands for Vacation Rentals by Owner. You won’t find many glamping tents on VRBO, but you will find lots of cute cabins nestled in the woods or along a New England shore.
- Airbnb: Although we don’t use Airbnb as much as we used to, we still find great glamping gems every now and then. Use the icons at the top of the dashboard to find unique properties such as yurts, tiny homes, and RVs.
- Glamping Hub: According to its website, Glamping Hub has 24,000 outdoor accommodations available to book. We have used them several times and found some cool spots. A lot of their rentals are dog-friendly, which we love!
The Best Dog-Friendly Glamping in New England
I say “dog-friendly” because so many people travel with dogs, but some of these places also allow cats.
Here are some of the coolest pet-friendly glamping spots in New England for both dog and cat lovers!
Stone City Treehouse in Hardwick, Vermont
Sleeps: 2
Price: $250
Yes, your dog can come, and yes, you’re going to want to stay forever.
Stone City Treehouse sits high above a dancing stream in the hemlocks of Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, and it nails the unplugged thing completely. No cell service, very little WiFi, just rushing water to fall asleep to and a winter wren to wake you up.
Inside, it’s quirky in all the best ways: a propane woodstove warm enough for winter, a little kitchenette with a mini fridge and toaster oven, and a loft bed with plush linens tucked under the trees. The composting toilet is right inside, so no midnight trek into the woods.
My favorite spot is the balcony over the stream, coffee in hand, dog at my feet.
Outside there’s a fairy-queen swinging bed, a riverside fire pit, and a wood-fired sauna you can book for free.
Heather, your host, built much of this herself, and her care for the land shows in every detail. Want more sun and a little extra privacy? The dog-friendly Pebble Tent is a lovely May-through-October option just across the property.
Read about our recent stay at Stone City Treehouse in Hardwick
Rustic Waterfront Cabin in Beddington, Maine
Sleeps: 4
Price: $120+
Is this incredibly rustic cabin in Downeast Maine what you need for your next New England getaway?
If you don’t mind giving up some luxuries and walking a short third of a mile with your gear, then you will love this cabin.
Inside you’ll find the bare necessities like a comfy queen-size bed, a propane stove for cooking, and five gallons of spring water. There are pots, pans, and silverware in the kitchen, and a wood stove to keep you warm and cozy.
The cabin is about 15 feet from the shore of a pristine, clear lake. You can paddle around in the provided canoe during the day and relax by the fire pit as the sun sets each evening. You won’t even miss those modern luxuries like running water or electricity. I promise!
Rustic A-Frame Glamping in Bellingham, Massachusetts
Sleeps: 2
Price: $120+
This tiny A-frame in Massachusetts, near the Rhode Island border, sits on a suburban acre. The spot is quiet, with an enclosure for dogs, a fire pit and barbecue grill, and plenty of outdoor space to relax.
Access to a charging station and running water is just a short walk away. This tiny cabin is beautifully decorated and perfect for two people to unplug and relax for the weekend.
It’s also very close to the commuter rail to Boston, making it the perfect Massachusetts glamping retreat!
The Octagon at Water Forest Retreat in Norwich, Connecticut
Sleeps: 2
Price: $140+
If your idea of a getaway involves falling asleep to a babbling brook instead of a buzzing minibar, this one’s for you.
Water Forest Retreat is a 122-square-foot cedar octagon tucked into 56 acres of Connecticut forest, with a driftwood chandelier overhead and Goldmine Brook just steps from the door.
Your pup is welcome, with conditions: one small-to-medium dog, friendly, and not a barker. Leashes are non-negotiable on the 2.5 miles of trails, because the coyotes and black bears in these woods didn’t sign the pet policy. No puppies, no cats.
There’s no running water and no plumbing. You’ll be using a composting outhouse (heated in winter, at least) and showering up at the main house. No fridge, no WiFi, and you haul in your own firewood for the fire pit. None of that is a dealbreaker if you came to unplug, fish for native trout, hunt mushrooms, and soak in the pool below the waterfall with your dog snoozing nearby.
This is glamping for people who actually want to be in the woods, not a hotel that happens to have trees nearby. Bring the cooler. Bring the dog. Leave the expectations of a faucet at home.
Waterfront Cottage on Sip Pond in Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire
Sleeps: 2
Price: $110+
This is the off-grid escape you’ve been promising yourself.
A cozy 380-square-foot cottage perched right on Sip Pond, with your own dock, a fire pit, and a quiet stretch of water made for slow mornings.
Grab one of the kayaks or SUPs and paddle out past the cranberry bogs while the loons do their thing. Cast a line for largemouth bass and chain pickerel, or just sit on the patio with the grill going and watch the light move across the water.
Off-grid here means a generator that powers your lights, microwave, and that all-important morning coffee, plus a cute little outhouse a few steps away. You’re trading running water for real quiet, and it’s a fantastic trade.
Leashed dogs are welcome, but there are some breed restrictions.
When you want to stretch your legs, Mount Monadnock and Rhododendron State Park are right around the corner, along with miles of hiking and snowmobile trails. The accessible Peninsula Trail at Chamberlain Conservation Area is a gentle, scenic warm-up with big mountain views.
Terramor Outdoor Resort in Bar Harbor, Maine
Sleeps: varies
Price: $350+
Take your pup and escape to the woods of Bar Harbor, Maine.
Terramor Resort provides a variety of canvas tents with different amenities and price points, but they all provide a private oasis where you can convene with nature while your dog snoozes by the campfire.
Most tents include private bathrooms, and all have electricity and Wi-Fi, so you can choose whether to unplug.
Unlike some of the secluded glamping properties on this list, Terramor provides a rustic, resort-like experience for glampers.
Head to the lodge for dinner and drinks, relax near the communal campfire, or take a dip in the pool or hot tub before turning in for the night.
Terramor is located just a short drive from all the amazing natural attractions within Acadia National Park, where all the carriage roads are dog-friendly!
Don’t forget to visit downtown Bar Harbor, where you’ll find great shopping and dining to go with those spectacular ocean views.
Read Next: The Complete Guide to Camping with Dogs
Pet-Friendly Cabin in Londonderry, Vermont
Sleeps: 2
Price: $165
Retreat to the mountains of Southern Vermont with your pond-loving dog! This private log cabin on Magic Mountain is just steps from a beautiful trout pond — perfect for practicing your fly fishing.
The cabin is within walking distance of the main lodge and great hiking trails so you can park your car and explore right from the cabin.
There is a queen-size bed in the main sleeping area and two twin beds in the loft. The kitchen includes basic cooking supplies, a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. You’ll even find a luxurious outdoor shower with stunning views of the Green Mountains.
The town of Londonderry is a short drive from the cabin.
While the downtown is small, you will find a grocery store and a few restaurants, plus fantastic hiking throughout the Green Mountain National Forest.
We recommend bringing a kayak or canoe and paddling around Lowell Lake with the loons. It’s a beautiful, undeveloped state park.
Lumen Nature Retreat in North Woodstock, New Hampshire
Sleeps: 2-4
Cost: $250+
We brought both our labs glamping during mud season in New Hampshire, and we have zero regrets.
Lumen Nature Retreat is rustic glamping with the luxe details turned all the way up: a posh bed with cozy linens, a biofuel fireplace, pour-over coffee, and a Marshall speaker for your soundtrack.
The huge picture windows frame pond, river, or forest views, and there’s a pondside barrel sauna you can book for a private session under the mountains.
We stayed in a riverside HYGGE cabin, but you can also choose smaller LYKKE cabins, safari tents, or A-frame tents if you’re traveling in warmer months. No running water or bathroom inside, but the bathhouse has hot showers worth the short walk.
The location is the cherry on top. You’re minutes from Franconia Notch State Park, the waterfalls at The Basin and The Flume, and a stack of covered bridges. Polly’s Pancake Parlor is close enough to make breakfast a destination.
One honest heads-up: we visited in rainy March, and the grounds turned to mud, which made for a workout with two dogs. Pick your season, pack the towels, and you’re golden.
Read about our stick season stay at Lumen with the dogs
Huttopia Southern Maine and Huttopia White Mountains, New Hampshire
Sleeps: varies
Cost: $200+
Huttopia runs a collection of North American glamping resorts in California, New Hampshire, Maine, and the Adirondacks of New York.
Huttopia White Mountains is a lakeside retreat in the heart of the White Mountains, close to great hiking in the White Mountain National Forest.
Visitors can choose from several glamping accommodations, including small glamping tents for two, expansive family tents with bunk beds, electricity, heat, and bathrooms, and wooden chalets with full kitchens and several bedrooms.
Huttopia Southern Maine is located on the shores of a deep, freshwater pond, and it’s very close to the coastal towns of Kennebunkport or Ogunquit for beachcombing and shopping.
If you’re hoping to relive that summer camp experience with your own family, this is one of the best spots in New England for glamping with kids.
When it comes to cool glamping spots in New England, we’ve just scratched the surface.
Fortunately for our readers (and our dogs), we’re making it our mission to seek out awesome dog-friendly glamping all over New England. We’ll keep adding to this post as we find more dog-friendly sites.
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