Best Cabin Camping near Earlville, NY
Cabins at Gilbert Lake State Park and Lebanon Reservoir Campground provide varying levels of comfort and amenities for visitors seeking shelter-based outdoor experiences near Earlville. Gilbert Lake offers two-bedroom cabins with bunk beds, full-sized beds, dressers, futons, and screened-in porches with toilet facilities. Many include kitchens with refrigerators, ovens, and sinks, plus indoor fireplaces for cool nights. Lebanon Reservoir features more basic cabin accommodations but in a lakeside setting with modern amenities nearby. "Spacious cabin was clean and comfortable. Two bedrooms, one with bunk beds and another with a full. There were dressers in each room. Also in the main room with a fireplace, futon, and table with benches," noted one visitor about Gilbert Lake.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Bowman Lake State Park Campground offers cabin options in a wooded setting with lake access, while Cooperstown Beaver Valley Campground provides cabin rentals that accommodate groups of varying sizes—from couples to large family gatherings of 20 or more people. Pet policies vary by campground, with some like Lebanon Reservoir allowing pets in select cabins while others prohibit animals entirely. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when baseball tournaments drive demand at Cooperstown-area facilities. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "Cute cabins, lots of great amenities... You could have the whole team stay here in the cabins and bring RVs too. Only 10min or so to dreams park."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic kitchenware is sometimes provided, though cooking facilities vary significantly between locations—from full kitchens with refrigerators and ovens at Gilbert Lake to more limited setups elsewhere. On-site camp stores at Lebanon Reservoir and Lake Chalet Campground offer essential supplies, though selection is limited. Firewood is available for purchase at several campgrounds including Lebanon Reservoir and Lake Chalet. Off Grid Sunset View Sleeping Cabin provides a true rustic experience with composting toilets but no electricity or running water, requiring more extensive packing of supplies. Cell phone coverage varies considerably, with Gilbert Lake noted for limited signal except at hilltop sites.
