11 sites · RVs28 acres · Olympia, WA
*** We are now in our Off-Season (Oct 15-April 15) and have made changes to our listings to deal with taking a trip nurses and other digital nomads *** Therefore, PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: 1) We have actually closed all dry websites. 2)We have eliminated weekday discounts, and have lowered the rate of our RV websites by 30% however increased the minimum/maximum stays to reflect longer term discount rates. 3) We have actually eliminated the port-a-potties, so can just accommodate fully consisted of campers/RVs. Please message us with any additional questions.|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| We are Mitch and Michelle, second year farmers selling at the Olympia Farmers Market, Certified Tourist Ambassadors and your Hosts. Our 28 acre home has actually a Heritage listed barn, is on the Thurston Bountiful Byway, and simply minutes from the I5/Exit 99 – yet personal and secluded – surrounded by wetlands, and forest with both recreational vehicle complete hook-ups and dry campsites. Great for digital nomads, households, and solo campers – safe, safe, and tranquil, Plus Satisfying! Pertain to relax, have some enjoyable, or both! Welcome! Our story: In February 2021, we saw this neglected land and the worn out structures therein, and KNEW in our hearts it was the location we would grow and gather for the rest of our lives. After a year of clean-up and repairs, and getting our farming company off the ground, we began hosting friends and family – excited to see our new digs. In the fall of ’22 we decided to sign up with Hipcamp and open to “good friends we have not met yet” so we might share this magical location. Although our property is really rustic (tough shoe’s advised) and certainly an operate in progress – we are grateful and fired up about the concept that individuals are picking to spend their time on our little farm. We are so appreciative of the beautiful reviews and that some have actually already become repeat visitors! We look forward to making enhancements over the coming months and years for an even much better camping experience. And most notably we anticipate conference and getting in touch with our Hipcampers! About The Home: This area is genuinely a hidden gem. A turn-of-the century farm residential or commercial property situated at the end of a private lane in unincorporated Thurston County, about 10 miles from the State Capitol. The property is personal and remote, bordered by Millersylvania State Park on one side, wetlands and undeveloped forest on 2 sides, and the closest next-door neighbors are a quarter-mile to the back. It feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere, with a practically 360 degree view of brush and trees, while just eight minutes off HWY 5. We have three RV full hook-up sites (5 total for a group or reunion experience, otherwise we like to provide people their space), with simple back or front in-and-out access, able to accommodate as much as 40ft rigs. For our guests trying to find a more natural and rugged experience, there are likewise six dry camp websites all picked for their distinct appeal, and well spaced out, so you get that “far from all of it” feel. Each site has a communal or personal picnic table and a Fire/BBQ pit. There are likewise two port-a-potty’s and a wash station in the center of the camp location. While sticking with us, you’ll take pleasure in the quiet serene setting, ideal for bird-watching or nature strolls. Discover a perfect area for your daily meditation, yoga or composing practice. Check out a book. Listen to your favorite music. Lay on your back and watch the clouds or gaze at the moon and stars. Or venture out to Deep Lake at Millersylvania State Park (or other neighboring parks, lakes or routes). We’re just 15 minutes from downtown Olympia – with lots to see and do, in addition to all required materials. You are welcome to hang out in our stunning Big Red Barn where you will discover rope swings, a pool table and various musical instruments to jam on if that’s your thing. You can likewise arrange for a group supper or motion picture watch … Envision the possibilities! For 2 of the recent guest households, we placed on a (complimentary) Saturday Motion picture Night on the 10 foot screen, projector and big speakers (Secret Life of Family Pets). We want you and your household or guests and kiddos to have an unforgettable time. We are Farmers, First and we focus on a number of locations depending on the season. From April to June, we’re growing and offering numerous veggie and herb starts. The sunflowers are in blossom through September and we have cacti and succulents for sale all season long. In late summertime we have tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, squash and later, lots of u-pick pumpkins. We have an outside grow-house, a sunflower/pumpkin spot, and an indoor greenhouse (lit up in your favorite color at night). We are working towards our organic certification in 2024 and a commercial food processing license so we can sell specialty salsas, sauces, pickles and relish. We also have 100-year old black walnut trees and decades old other apple trees and on regular weather condition years, peaches and plums along with the common blackberries and bamboo you are complimentary to pick or cut (just request a cutter). Things to Know while staying at Top Farms CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT: Weekday check-in time is in between 2:00 – 8:00 pm. Sat & Sunday is 4:00 – 8:00 pm. Check-out is 12:00 pm everyday. Because we like to greet each of our guests face to face, direct them to their spot and respond to any questions, we kindly request that you make every effort to show up during the hours kept in mind above. We have extremely busy lives (besides handling HipCamp), we often we require to be far from the home, and we absolutely wish to be off the clock after 8pm. Thanks! * Note * If for some reason you predict you wont be able to observe these hours, let us referred to as far in advance as possible, and we will do what we can to accommodate you. CAMPING TENT SITES: The Majority Of all of them you can drive your Subaru or small truck or SUV to, it’s simply a bit bumpy and we can lead you there in the ATV. We’re also happy to have you park and ferry you and your equipment for check-in and check-out, if you seem like your car can’t make it. RV WEBSITES: Though we have five full hook-up websites, we usually only list three readily available for guests as we think (and you ‘d probably concur) that it’s finest to have some space in between (particularly big ones) rigs. However, if you’re a family or group of friends that desire 4 to five, just inquire about the availability. – NOISE: We are located in a very personal and peaceful location. Nevertheless, we are near Olympia airport, as well as in the airspace which JBLM uses for training, so you might hear the occasional small planes and military airplane flying overhead during the daylight hours. There are likewise two freight railroad lines that run along Old HWY 99 and through Maytown. They are barely noticeable, up until the midnight train comes through. (Think “My Cousin Vinny!”)… We discover the noise to be rather nostalgic and cool, however we’re really sorry if it disturbs you. It is likewise possible you might hear some chainsaws or other farm equipment (often in the morning) from neighboring properties. Finally, every now and then you will hear gunshots- which means either our next-door neighbors are getting in some target practice or folks are enjoying deer open season. It never ever lasts long. We hope you will not be alarmed. – SHOPPING: The best location to purchase fundamentals is 2 exits north, off Trosper Roadway. There you’ll discover Fred Meyer, Home Depot, COSTCO, Walmart and Walgreens. Capital Mall has to do with 15 minutes from here off HWY 101. If you’re trying to find a specific kind of seller, just let us understand and we’ll do our best to assist you discover what you require. – FOOD: Our preferred locations to consume in your area for quick and casual bites, would be “Infernos Pizza” in Tumwater, “Old HWY 99 Bar & Grill” or “Lady of the Lake” in Tenino (all less than 10 minutes away). If you’re looking for something more (seafood, great dining, Tapas, Italian, Mexican), simply ask and we’ll give you our suggestions. – PARKS: As noted on our listing we are just a few minutes from Millersylvania State Park where there are treking trails, a beautiful lake and even a snack bar and seasonal beer garden! We’re likewise in close distance to other places to walk, hike, boat or swim. NOTE: Every park we’ve been to requires a “Discovery Pass” and this is really strictly enforced (A one day pass is $12, a year pass is $35, and the fine for parking without one is $99). A FEW MORE INFORMATION: We desire you to be safe, comfy, and many of all, delight in all our little farm property needs to use. To ensure this, we’ve put together a list of things to be mindful of while you make our land your home away from home. 1) SAFETY FIRST: FIRES: While there are county fire prohibits in location, or if it is too windy, hot or dry to feel comfy permitting campfires on our residential or commercial property (we’ll let you understand), no campfires can be enabled. If fires are being permitted, please construct your fire just in the fire-pits, with the heat pad placed underneath. Many every HipCamper knows, however never ever leave a fire ignored, and make sure to totally extinguish it before leaving the location (thanks!). We’ll mention tube connections that reach and fire extinguishers we have actually put all around the home (just in case). BARBEQUE: You are totally free to grill on your BBQ with gas, coals or pellets. Again, please be additional mindful of heat and flames, never ever leaving the cooking area unattended till entirely ended up. As soon as done, please allow coals to cool, cover in foil, and dispose of in the garbage (you might use our trash can for this function, if you do not want to bring ash into your lorry). WILDLIFE: Please be aware that our home is home to much wildlife. To name a few, we have resident deer that wander freely, garter snakes in the tall-and sometimes not-so-tall lawn, as well as concealed under random rocks and such. Just recently, our guests have spotted a neighbor’s lost black calf chomping on low hanging apples in the early morning fog. The area is likewise home to great deals of rabbits, and of course the safeguarded Pocket Gophers (as you’ll notice their dirt piles all around). There are also hundreds of birds that live in the location, including lots of birds of prey, such as eagles and hawks. Though never ever sighted, we have heard of coyotes, bears, minx, raccoons, skunks, and the like in and around our location. Thankfully, Flowers Ditch (you are welcome to visit on the south side of the west field) supplies an environmentally protected barrier between the Doug Firs and animals from our residential or commercial property. So, if you’re scared of snakes, or have a small animal with you that could possibly be the target of a starving Bald Eagle-this is a heads up, to keep your awareness sharp- however primarily just a pointer to do your best to live safely, and in harmony with all the living things that we share our home with. * About the bees … We are really lucky and happy that there are lots of bees pollinating our land. You will discover honeybees, mason bees, bumble bees, ect all around. Please know that we have three Honeybee nests residing in the walls of the lower part of the barn, which are arranged to be transferred to proper hives in Fall ’23. Most of the bees will buzz right past you doing their important work, but, we do get the periodic yellowjacket/wasp or hornets nest – which, as you most likely know can be aggressive. So, once again understand, especially if you’re allergic! If you find a wasp/hornet nest in a place where you think it must not be, (DO Not spray with anything) just please notify us right away and we will contact experts for removal ASAP. WALKING THE HOME: You are welcome, and encouraged to wander our home freely. We have actually set up a walking/running/off-road bike course around the residential or commercial property that we’re dealing with correct signs. It’s about a 0.8 mile loop, or there is also a 400 meter (quarter-mile) (bumpy) running/walking track on the west field towards Millersylvania. Please keep the following in mind. Firstly, the grassy fields on our land can be bumpy, unequal, and have random holes and rocks here and there. We ask that you please watch your action at all times. Likewise, if you venture into an uncut area, please be aware of stinging nettles, blackberry vines and other such sharp and thorny bushes and weeds. Second, you are free to select any wild berries (we have lots of blackberries) or forage for other wild plants you discover on our land. You may also choose apples from the orchard. And last but not least, please observe and refrain from roaming into our personal resident locations, and workspace. And, notably, do not cross the limit into our neighbor’s property-Clearly specified by the bright green “No Trespassing” indications. 2) FAMILY PETS: Your four-legged relative are welcome here! We ask just that unless they have excellent recall, or never ever leave your side, you keep them on a leash or in a pet gate, while outdoors. We have next-door neighbors whose pets roam off leash every as soon as in a while, and we don’t desire any curious furry guests to come or leave due to the fact that they smell another pooch. We also have a two-year-old American Staffordshire who will be in our fenced backyard or on a leash whenever guests are remaining here. He is very friendly, however a bit socially awkward, and not perfectly trained yet. (If you have a friendly, medium/large sized pet dog, and you have an interest in satisfying him for a play-date, simply let us know). He’ll protectively bark when he hears vehicles or sees folks but it’s until he knows it’s safe and after that he just wants to be familiar with you. 3) THE BIG RED BARN: Except for the corner self-serve “Barn Shop”, the lower barn is generally off limitations, however simply ask us to open as we enjoy to offer the kiddos the possibility to sit (safely) on the tractor etc. The upper barn is open for your exploration or just to hang out. You’re totally free to bring food, beverages, books, board-games or a Bluetooth if you want to listen to music; just keep in mind to please take anything you brought with you, when you leave. We do have some audio and visual equipment, in addition to musical instruments which you can use. However, we ask that you please check in with us first, so we can aid with set-up, and review any usage guidelines. This is where we can place on a household or group motion picture night, (we’ll manage the established, and it’s a really cool experience for young and old). 4) STARGAZING: we motivate you to bring binoculars or a telescope as Jupiter is high and brilliant along with Saturn and the star formations, and you may even see a meteor shower in one of the darkest local locations we understand (check dates particularly for the Orionids, which are much better than the Perseids.) The Moon and Mars are pretty magnificent here also! 5) BE NEIGHBORLY: * We ask that you please observe the 10 miles per hour speed limitation, as this helps keep wildlife safe, controls gravel dust, and reduces wear and tear on our personal roadway. We have actually had huge trucks with 31 foot plus trailers and no reported problems driving in, parking, and so on * Quiet Hours are from 10:00 p.m.– 8:00 a.m. please avoid playing loud music, utilizing loud voices and/or other possibly disturbing noise, to enable those who are sleeping to do so (except for the midnight train, haha). * A couple of bins lie around the residential or commercial property, which you may utilize to get rid of small various trash and recycling items. However, take your trash & recycling with you when you check-out, if at all possible – thanks! 5) OTHER POSSIBILITIES We had some demands on HipCamp about hosting a healing/wellness/yoga/ women’s groups, band practice or 100pax concert/club location and the response is a Huge Yes! We’re eager and happy to message or speak about any of your ideas for a “run of the location” plan. We’re on the Thurston Agri-Tourism Advisory Committee and we can link you or arrange the best BBQ catering on-site for your team or group or huge starving family! Well, we believe that covers it! Once again, we are so grateful to have you here, and hope you Love our place as much as we do. If there is anything we haven’t covered, or you’re not sure about something, don’t be reluctant to ask. Many of all … Enjoy you’re remain at Top Farms! Very Welcome, Mitch and Michelle
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