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"The cabin was beautiful and rustic, and outfitted with cookware, dishes, a Bluetooth capable radio, essentials like coffee for purchase, books and a shovel for the snow," noted one visitor about their stay at Getaway Machimoodus. Several cabin camping options exist near Stafford Springs, Connecticut, with Mineral Springs Family Campgrounds offering cabin rentals within a 15-minute drive. Most cabins include basic furnishings such as beds, tables, and chairs, though amenities vary by location. Charlie Brown Campground provides cabins with electricity and indoor sleeping arrangements, while Brialee Family Campground offers both rustic and more furnished options. Bathrooms and showers are typically located in central facilities rather than inside the cabins themselves.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Mineral Springs Family Campgrounds operates from May through mid-October, requiring advance reservations during peak summer months. Charlie Brown Campground remains open slightly longer, from mid-April to mid-October. Most cabin sites are pet-friendly, though specific pet policies vary. According to one camper, "We stayed at a deluxe cabin. It was cute and clean and furnished with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge." Cabins at Brialee tend to book quickly on summer weekends and holidays.
Most basic cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary widely between properties, with some offering only outdoor fire pits and others providing indoor kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Firewood is available for purchase at most campgrounds, including Brialee and Charlie Brown. Small camp stores operate at several locations, selling essential items and snacks. For more substantial grocery needs, Stafford Springs has several markets within a 10-15 minute drive of most cabin campground sites. Visitors staying at more remote cabins should plan to bring most supplies with them, particularly during off-peak seasons when camp stores may operate on limited hours.
"Tent sites available but mostly RV/Campers. WiFi in common areas isn’t great so if you’re planning on working during some down time, this isn’t the place. Nice hiking around the area."
"They provide a store with all the essentials, a game room, laundry room, Rec hall, and multiple bathhouses throughout the Campground."
from $25 - $150 / night
Check Availability"The grounds were clean, the playground was nice, and the people were all friendly. "
"We all park around this Pavillon. IT is well kept, kids are entertained by parents and fishing etc. Parties are present but they have quiet hour and it seems to be obeyed."
"Got a last minute spot on a Friday evening with privacy and amenities (usually you cant even find a tent spot during peak season on a Friday). Great place, we will be coming back often!"
"Wells State Park camp grounds recently got new bathrooms and they are so clean! The campsites are a nice size to drive your car up to and still have ample tent/picnic table/fire space."
"Beautiful campground in a nice central location nearby several nice towns in Central Massachusetts."
from $17 - $55 / night
Check Availability"The manager was able to give me a great campsite away from all of the RVs and cabins. It was right at the entrance however you did have to hike up a short 50ft hill to get to the site."
"We had a great time relaxing around the campfire with another family. The playground was a hit for our kids!"
"Very convenient to have the elevated space to sleep and store items in."
"centrally located bathrooms/showers basketball court, playground and ampitheatre to keep the kids busy. hiking trails galore, disk golf, and swimming nearby. so fun!"
from $15 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Tons of hiking trails. Picnic tables and fire pit at each site. The folks a few miles down the road by the rotary sell giant piles of wood for $10. They do not have an on site store or sell firewood."
"Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins)."
from $18 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Most amazing weekend with tons of woods (privacy is huge for us). Very friendly guests and staff! Amazing weekend with lots of fun for the kids and even the dogs!"
"We weren’t sure what to expect- we picked this campsite last minute because of the location."
from $45 - $100 / night
Check Availability"I like coming here with boat and going in the Connecticut River. Nothing wring with the campground at all just not wowing."
"They cleaned playground after each family used it. The pool area was well marked cleaned and open. This was all done for covid precautions. Wooded area was nice with fishing pond. Bass and pan fish."
"Tucked away in the woods I never knew this was there! Beautiful pond and a good mix of seasonal and overnight sites as well as cabins. Plenty of areas to walk our dogs and have them swim."
"The lake is great!! The pool area is a little small, but the attraction is the lake. The splash area at the pool is great for little kids."
ScoutThis is a nice family friendly campground that makes for easy trips. There are a variety of sites available, from open field sites to more wooded and private areas. The campground also has a lake for swimming,trails for hiking, and some nice quiet areas for fishing. Well maintained bathrooms, with available showers, are also spread throughout the grounds. Not pet friendly unfortunately.
RangerOur first time camping here, we were trying to get a more secluded spot, but the pics on ReserveAmerica were not the greatest gauge of the sites. The sites were OK, some better than others, we didn't have any amenities but there was potable water nearby. There are cabins, which are really just bunkhouses with 2 bunk beds. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Our loop had porta potties nearby, we only saw one real bathroom with flushing toilets and showers. We did go for a nice hike, the North/South Trail goes through the campground and there are many trails in the area as well. We did a 5+ mile loop and got a good sense of what the trails are like. Found some geocaches and our pups got a good workout.
RangerDidn’t quite feel like camping, but it was still a lovely weekend away at the Mystic KOA. We decided to head down to check out the aquarium and stayed at a deluxe cabin. It was cute and clean and furnished with linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge. Only complaint was an odd, musty smell we couldn’t quite figure out.
The grounds are large with vast amounts of space. Be forewarned that it’s right off of 95, and the sound definitely carries. Trees are sparse in areas, but the sunsets were a nice trade off. Amenities seemed nice from what we could tell - cool outdoor movie screen, pools and playground, though we certainly didn’t get to enjoy these things in February.
ScoutGrounds well kept. Shaded sites. Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly.
ScoutThis campground has great sites with great beach access. Running water and full bathrooms. Also close local shopping and restaurants. Campground is extremely reasonably priced. You have to book early as this Campground books extremely quickly during peak season.
RangerGetaway is fabulous! My first glamping experience was a winner! Machimoodus is one of the newest outposts just outside Boston and NYC. My bf and I went during one of the snowiest weekends all winter, but it was completely worth it!
First of all, the huge picture window in the cabin is AMAZING. It is just so rejuvenating waking up to freshly fallen snow on the trees - corny I know, but 100% accurate. The cabin was beautiful and rustic, and outfitted with cookware, dishes, a Bluetooth capable radio, essentials like coffee for purchase, books and a shovel for the snow.
Since the outpost was new, the fire pit was brand new, and despite the snow, we were able to cook on it. Very easy to use.
Only critiques would be the lackluster water pressure in the shower and how icy the walkway leading up from the driveway got in the cold weather. The water pressure was a small price to pay, however, and the icy walkway is resolved easily enough wearing micro-spikes.
I can’t recommend enough. It can be a pricy excursion, but the outposts are established in very beautiful settings. I cannot wait to check out more!
GuidePros: Helpful staff, morning garbage pickup, excellent laundry facility, plenty of activities and amenities for children. Cons: Wasps!! Wasps everywhere!! We did our best to keep them at bay by lighting some sage but they were persistent. Not much privacy back in the tent/cabin areas, camp sites very close together and people have the ability to stare right into your site.
GuideWe stayed at site 85 in Sunny Crest and liked having some privacy. The sites nearby had some trees providing space between each site. A lot of the sites we drove by were pretty sloped- I would recommend a drive though if you can beforehand.
The picnic table was chained down so there weren’t many options to set up having the fire pit and picnic table where they were.
Hiking trails were nice, good variety of easier and more difficult terrain.
RangerI’ve lived in CT all my life but never used the Rocky Neck State Park Campground until now.
The campgrounds are named after water fowl: Crane, Egret, Osprey, Heron etc...We stayed in Egret. We camped at site #4 (sunny) then moved to #38 (shady).
Both spots were quiet, music low and people minded their business. Equal mix of RVs big and small as well as many tents.
Bathhouses and toilets were not as cleaned as I would have liked but passable. Coronavirus social distancing required.
Sites include one paved parking spot (ours was very muddy) a fire pit and a picnic table. No water or electric hookup. Wi-fi not available at this campground. Fire wood is sold at camp office. There is no store in park - no ice either.
A lot of you children. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids.
Anyone with kayaks can’t easily get to boat launch. It’s 4-5 miles by car at 4 mile river boat launch. See photos.
Cabin rentals near Stafford Springs are located in Connecticut's northeastern region, characterized by dense forests and small lakes at around 600 feet elevation. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F, while fall brings cooler 40-60°F weather with vibrant foliage. Camping options extend beyond standard cabins to include unique accommodations like lean-tos and yurts at several area campgrounds.
Fishing opportunities: At Charlie Brown Campground, visitors can fish in the Natchaug River. "Close by was Taylor Brooke Winery which was the perfect place to while away a late summer afternoon. If you go to Charlie Brown's request a site by the water," suggests one camper.
Disc golf course: Wells State Park features a complete disc golf course within walking distance of most camping areas. "There are a lot of choices for hiking including a disc golf course," notes one visitor who appreciated the variety of outdoor activities available.
Paddling excursions: West Thompson Lake Campground offers excellent kayaking opportunities on the adjoining river. "Take a long paddle up the river and you'll be escorted by hundreds of bluebirds and cedar waxwings. Fishing here is all catch and release," explains a regular visitor.
Well-maintained bathrooms: George Washington State Campground receives praise for its facilities. "Sites were well spaced and provided some privacy depending on your site choice. Grounds were well kept, bathrooms were very clean with hot showers (bring quarters, $1.50 for 6mins)," reports one camper.
Large, private sites: At Mineral Springs Family Campgrounds, campsites are designed with space in mind. "Mineral springs staff is very friendly and welcoming, the campsites are clean, maintained and ready for you upon arrival. Got a last minute spot on a Friday evening with privacy and amenities," shares one happy camper.
Organized activities: Weekend events keep guests busy at several properties. "The staff was friendly and helpful. The activities were great and kept my grand children busy. Swimming and the lake were fun," reports a visitor to Brialee Family Campground after staying in one of their cabins.
Reservation timing: Cabins book quickly during peak season. "This was our families first time staying at Brialee Campground. The cabin was absolutely beautiful and clean. We had such a great time I booked my reservations for Next July 2025 before I left," explains one forward-thinking guest.
Site selection matters: Waters Edge Family Campground offers varied site options. "This is the best spot we've had all season. Beautiful view, peaceful and gorgeous," reports a camper who secured a premium location.
Operating seasons: Most cabin rentals in the area operate on seasonal schedules. Wolf Den Campground maintains clean facilities during their operating months. "The campground was clean. They cleaned playground after each family used it. The pool area was well marked cleaned and open," reports a visitor.
Activity planning: Family-oriented programming varies by location. "My family used to camp at this ground on an annual basis. There were all kinds of activities (kick-ball, etc) that everyone could participate in, a great play ground, and easy to navigate," recalls a visitor to Brialee Family Campground.
Swimming options: Sturbridge RV Resort offers water recreation close to Stafford Springs. "Cool pond for paddle boats and canoeing! Family friendly," notes a visitor who enjoyed the water amenities during summer months.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature recreational facilities for children. "Deep in the woods. Great variety of activities. Swimming lake, canoeing lake, pool, playgrounds. Choice of shade in trees or open field. Nice sites. Decent laundry and showers. Great place with kids," shares a camper about Brialee's facilities.
Utility connections: Charlie Brown Campground offers partial hookups for RVs. "Water, electric, gray water hookup, $63," notes a camper describing the available services and rates.
Site dimensions: Campgrounds vary in their ability to accommodate larger RVs. "Located in the quiet corner of CT. The RV sites are very large and the owners go out of their way to make you happy," explains an RVer who stayed at Charlie Brown Campground.
Wi-Fi availability: Internet connectivity varies by property. "They recently installed 'At Home Quality' WiFi so the whole family can enjoy the weekend," reports a visitor to Charlie Brown Campground, noting this amenity that's particularly valuable for longer stays.
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