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Best Cabin Camping near Southampton, NY

185 Reviews

Several state parks and private campgrounds near Southampton, New York provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Heckscher State Park offers heated beachside cottages with full kitchens, bathrooms with walk-in showers, and screened porches. These modern units include coffee makers, cookware, utensils, and propane fireplaces. Wildwood State Park Campground features cabin accommodations from April through October, while Cedar Point in East Hampton provides cabin-only options. North Fork Cottages & RV Resort in Greenport offers cabin rentals from May to November. According to one visitor, "Modern facility with full kitchen accessories, propane fireplace, WiFi access, bathroom with shower, large screened porch, and two bedrooms with plenty of clean storage places."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location and price point. Heckscher State Park's cottages accommodate two to six people, with pricing ranging from $225-$285 during off-peak seasons and $250-$320 during peak times. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months. One reviewer noted, "Cabins look amazing, all booked, you gotta book a year in advance." Pet policies vary by location, with Wildwood State Park and North Fork Cottages allowing pets in some cabin areas. KOA locations like Mystic KOA offer basic "Kamping Kabins" with bunk beds and small refrigerators, while their deluxe cabins include "linens, cookware, utensils, kitchen essentials, Keurig coffee maker/pods, and full-sized fridge."

Most cabins provide beds and basic furniture but require guests to bring their own bedding, towels, and personal items. Kitchen facilities range from basic microwaves to full kitchens with toasters, coffee makers, and cooking utensils. Fire pits are common at cabin sites, though some parks require rental or permit guests to bring their own elevated fire pits. On-site camp stores typically stock firewood, ice, and basic supplies. Grocery stores are typically within a 10-15 minute drive from most cabin locations. Visitors staying at Heckscher State Park cottages need only bring "bedding, food, drinks, and personal items" as the cabins are fully equipped with kitchen accessories and furniture.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Southampton, New York (18)

    1. Wildwood State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Wading River, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 929-4314

    $20 - $250 / night

    "Well , one of the best sites , big enough, some have platform, clean bathrooms,many showers ."

    "Big Park 3 minute walk to the Long Island Sound. Have to rent a fire pit, so that is kind of lame. However Big restrooms with free luke warm showers, so that is kind of good."

    2. Hammonasset State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    Clinton, CT
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (203) 245-1817

    $20 - $70 / night

    "Running water and full bathrooms. Also close local shopping and restaurants. Campground is extremely reasonably priced."

    "_Hammonasset Beach State Park Campground is huge, family-friendly, and has direct beach access from the campground."

    3. North Fork Cottages & RV Resort

    3 Reviews
    Greenport, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 477-0022

    4. Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-1339

    "every campsite has its own fire pit with a grill attachment and a picnic table. my site was tent only and you couldn’t pull your car up to the site so unloading and loading was a hassle. beach is a short"

    "Park staff were very friendly and helpful. Stayed on an inner loop site at Heron and found it very difficult to back in my small trailer due to the alignment of the sites and other vehicles."

    5. Niantic KOA

    13 Reviews
    South Lyme, CT
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 739-9308

    "This KOA Niantic CT location is about 2 hours from home. It was the perfect place (not far from home) to practice.  "

    "Close to level parking pad, with table and very nice brick firepit. Sites not too close together. I had woods behind me. I would definitely camp here again."

    6. Riverdale Farm Campsites

    11 Reviews
    Clinton, CT
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 669-5388

    "The lake is perfect, the river needs work. But this an awesome small campground. The kids who work here are so friendly and the playground is nice."

    "Decent location, not overrun with seasonal campers. We stayed for 3 nights, kids loved the area and playground. Wi-Fi was not so great unless we paid $6 a day for premium access."

    7. Cedar Point Glamping — East Hampton

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    Shelter Island, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (917) 257-3652

    8. Watch Hill Fire Island Campground — Fire Island National Seashore

    7 Reviews
    Bayport, NY
    32 miles
    +1 (631) 597-6074

    "You are not quite roughing it as there are showers and running water at the Watchhill campground. Reservations highly recommended!"

    "Camping gets you away from the bustle. It is a little less than a half mile walk from the ferry dock and located behind the dunes which offer some protection. Take a quick walk down to the beach."

    9. Mystic KOA

    25 Reviews
    North Stonington, CT
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 599-5101

    "The only drawback is the proximity to Interstate 95. You can hear the highway very well at night, particularly in the safari field."

    "This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island."

    10. Theodore Roosevelt County Park

    1 Review
    Montauk, NY
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 852-7879

    "Bring your poles for surf casting, generator during the day. No air conditioning, but w Maxx fan and ocean breezes, I've never felt the need. Wifi is spotty, as is tv."

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  • W L.
    Jan. 8, 2022

    Heckscher State Park Campground

    Great Late Fall Weekend Cabin

    This was a last-minute booking for us and we were delighted with the beachside cottage, with enough amenities that mom and dad did not worry we had their cutie with us for "camping". She's too little for backpacking into the woods but finally got to stay overnight and help with the campfire!

    Pros

    • Modern facility with full kitchen accessories (coffee maker, plates, wine opener, can opener, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, toaster, oven), sponge/dish liquid. Microwave.1
    • Clean interior, clean campground
    • modern cottage with propane fireplace, WiFi access, bathroom with shower, large screened in porch with bar height table and 4 chairs, deck with chaise lounges, two bedrooms (1 with 2 twin beds, 1 with full), coach, chairs, plenty of clean storage places and hooks. You have everything but bedding, food, drinks, and personal items.
    • cottages far enough away from each other
    • fire ring with Adirondack chairs
    • dumpster and recycling within walking distance
    • lots of bone dry firewood around for campfire
    • walkable beach
    • beautiful
    • wildlife: deer, rabbits, turtles

    Cons

    • a bit pricey
    • playground is driving distance not walking
  • Ellen C.
    Jul. 15, 2019

    Heckscher State Park Campground

    Like camping in a city park, the beach cottages are the highlight

    My husband and and I camped one night at this newly reopened park over the weekend in Long Island just to check it out and were pretty disappointed by the tent camping area. There are 69 tent/trailer sites(no hook ups). There is no distinguishing separation between each site nor a designated driveway for your car- you merely pull up on the grass. It's basically like camping in your local city park. People park wildly all over the place, which also makes it more difficult to determine which site is which by the number painted on the roadway. Each"site" has a picnic table and an barbecue grate on a post. There is one bath/shower house in the center of all of these sites with no path provided for folks to walk to and fro, so naturally people will walk right through your site randomly rather than around the road. While the bathroom building itself is in decent shape and has a large amount of toilet stalls and about five showers, the condition of women's room was absolutely ghastly inside.

    At some point during the evening, a maintenance worker on a golf cart showed up with a mop and some cleaning supplies and cleaned the men's side of the building. I was so relieved when I saw him, but he seemed to neglect the women's side completely, so I resorted to using the men's facilities all night.

    There are no fire pits on any of the sites, although I learned afterwards that they do allow you to bring your own metal fire pit as long as it is elevated off the ground. There are large dumpsters located throughout the camping area and a large trash bag is provided (if needed) at the camp office when you check in.

    The highlight of Heckscher State Park is the newly constructed heated cottages located on the shore of Nichol's& Great South Bays.. There are currently 11 cottages--- with more under construction. There are cottages suited for two, four, and six people and range in price from$225-$285 per night during off peak seasons and$250- 320 per night during the peak seasons.

    The cottages are fully furnished, with a full kitchen and large bathroom with a walk in shower. The cottages are a short walk from the beach and also include a fire pit with Adirondack chairs and an outdoor shower on the exterior each property. I do not have photos of the inside, but they do have them on the Reserve America website if you are interested.

    While the cottages are lovely and their location is fabulous  they are quite pricey and  no TLC was spent in the$22 tent/rv camping area, other than a new registration office which is not yet completed as of this weekend. I do hope they invest some funding in the primitive area to add fire pits,more water spigots, clearer site markings and for the continued maintenance& upkeep of the bath/shower house.

    * I emailed the parks departement about the issues mentioned above about the camping area and received this reply:

    I am sorry that you are upset with the conditions in our recently opened campgrounds. We have replaced all of the picnic tables. Although, they may look old because they are weathered since these picnic tables were put together during the Winter, however, they are brand new. All of the barbeques are also new and were installed during the Winter. We have changed and modernized the light fixtures and we will be replacing the rusted doors that you mentioned. There are also plans to install a playground within the campground beginning this Fall and we are looking for other improvements and additions to the campgrounds. As you probably noticed there is a new building under construction, at the entrance to the campgrounds, and it will serve as a check-in area, as well as, additional comfort stations, including family restrooms. Your suggestion of fire pits is a good one and the Park Managers will evaluate the feasibility of installing these. Lastly, I have spoken to the Park Manager who will review the cleaning operation to ensure the restrooms are appropriately maintained. I apologize for our employee not cleaning the women's room. Again, I am sorry for your negative experience but we are continuing to make improvements to the campgrounds.

    Sincerely, George Gorman Regional Director New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

    I will check back later this year to see if anything was changed and report back.

  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Mystic KOA

    Awesome Sunsets at the Mystic KOA

    Didn’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.

  • S
    Sep. 17, 2016

    Hammonasset State Park Campground

    Great Beach

    This 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.

  • Rachel P.
    Jun. 15, 2022

    Getaway Machimoodus

    First Time Glamper!

    Getaway 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!

  • T
    Sep. 5, 2023

    Heckscher State Park Campground

    Good Campsite For Families And Weekend Trips

    I camped here solo on Friday and Saturday over the Labor Day weekend. Overall my experience was positive.

    Camping Sites

    Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill. The sites are designated by printing on the roads and do not have clear boundaries between them. My site had good shade coverage and was free of rocks and other hazards. 

    I had enough space that I didn't feel like I was intruding on my neighbors and vice-versa. That said, there aren't clear paths to the restroom building so it's not uncommon for people to cut through the edges of sites to get there. In my experience I (and others I saw) tried not to go right through the middle people's setups to do so.

    If you're looking for privacy, the sites at the rear seemed to be less-densely packed, even though every site was occupied. Quiet hours are generally adhered to but not enforced - there were some campers that had noise running later.

    Amenities

    The restroom building is in the middle of the campground and was clean and had plenty of stalls.

    Potable water is available at regular intervals, about at the corners of each group of four campsites.

    Cell phone reception is limited - I had data but it was very slow which led to my phone's battery draining quickly.

    Access

    A car is an absolute must for this part - the entrance is directly off of Southern State Parkway with no pedestrian access. Train stations are nearby so you could take the train most of the way and rent a car from there.

  • Linsey S.
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Mystic KOA

    Wasp Breeding Ground!

    Pros: 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.

  • N
    Aug. 15, 2020

    Rocky Neck State Park Campground

    Shady Spot walking distance from Beach

    I’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.

  • Tom S.
    Dec. 10, 2021

    Aces High RV Park

    Nice campground

    Clean, family friendly campground. Pet friendly with plenty of area to walk. Close to I-95 and 15 minutes from the beach. fishing areas for the kids. Spots are well organized and no issues with hookups. Propane is available at the store.

Guide to Southampton

Cedar Point in East Hampton offers cabin-only accommodations that provide seclusion near the water. Located on the eastern end of Long Island, cabin camping options near Southampton range from basic wooden structures to deluxe units with amenities. Many cabins in this coastal region require reservations months in advance, particularly for summer stays when temperatures average 75-85°F during the day and cool to 65-70°F at night.

What to do

Beach access and exploration: Wildwood State Park Campground offers easy access to Long Island Sound with a scenic beach area. One visitor noted, "A great family campsite right on the Long Island Sound... The beach is fairly clean and has a small boardwalk."

Fishing opportunities: Theodore Roosevelt County Park provides shoreline fishing options for cabin campers. A reviewer mentioned, "Bring your poles for surf casting... You're less than 3miles into town for replenishing supplies."

Hiking trails: Rocky Neck State Park Campground features hiking paths through coastal forests. "There are hiking trails and you can walk to the beach. Note - it is a downhill walk to the beach," shares one camper, while another adds, "My family has camped at Rocky Neck every year since i was a child... The campsite is only a short walk from the beach and available mountain bike and hiking trails."

What campers like

Water proximity: Visitors appreciate cabins near water at Hammonasset State Park Campground. One camper remarked, "Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need."

Privacy options: While some cabin sites offer limited privacy, others provide more secluded settings. At Wildwood State Park, you can find "sites that are less wooded and better suited to group camping, as well as sites that are a little more secluded."

Oceanfront setting: Watch Hill Fire Island Campground offers cabins with ocean proximity. A visitor explained, "Beautiful location steps away from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing as you sleep and stargaze over the clear ocean. Not ready for full on camp-life? No problem! There are shops, a restaurant and a bar a 10 minute walk away!"

What you should know

Insect preparation: Bug protection is essential at many waterfront cabin locations. At Watch Hill, "the mosquitoes are extremely potent and plentiful. Take the good stuff." Another visitor warned, "We were getting attacked by mosquitoes and horseflies the entire weekend. Even with the bug spray, the relief didn't last long."

Reservation timing: Cabin availability is extremely limited during peak season. One camper at North Fork Cottages & RV Resort noted, "First time going, but best vacation ever according to kids," but securing these popular cabins requires advance planning.

Terrain conditions: Some cabin areas have specific terrain features to consider. At Theodore Roosevelt County Park, one camper advises, "Upon checking in, pull over to air down...truck @ 20#, trailer @ 15#. If you haven't filled your tanks at home, you can fill here w non-potable water."

Tips for camping with families

Activity planning: Riverdale Farm Campsites offers organized events for children staying in cabins. A visitor shared, "Great Value and Nice Family owned business. The lake is perfect... They did a show on the beach one night that was fun too. We did bingo too."

Beach considerations: Many beaches near cabins have specific conditions. At Rocky Neck, a reviewer noted, "Beach can be crowded. But it is worth it. Nice food shack. Great family place."

Transport options: Some cabin areas offer transportation assistance. At Niantic KOA, "They will give free shuttle rides to 3 beaches & downtown Niantic, CT," which helps families with limited vehicles.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Mystic KOA offers cabins with varying amenities. An RVer advised, "On this row, all the firepits were in the back of the site so you felt like you were having a campfire with your neighbors. Some sites towards the front of the park are very close together and unlevel."

Hookup variations: Cabin areas have different utility access. At Hammonasset, "Most sites don't have hook ups so you have to run off battery and water storage tanks if you have a RV."

Delivery services: Some campgrounds offer helpful on-site services. A visitor at Niantic KOA mentioned, "No sewer hook up, but they do provide a honey wagon pump service, once, free of charge. They say you can request additional pumps for a fee, if necessary."

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