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Whimsy Rock Homestead
Whimsy Rock Homestead is located near varied terrain with open spaces and rocky formations. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge and Potholes State Park, offering opportunities for wildlife observation and outdoor activities.
Description
97% 5 Star Review on HipCamp
Free Farm Fresh Eggs
Come and enjoy the big sky and open spaces on our Central Washington homestead. From your campsite you will be able to sit and enjoy the breathtaking sunsets and view of the Cascade Mountains to the West. At night you will only need to look up into the sky to clearly spot millions of stars. You will also be given farm fresh eggs to enjoy with a meal.
We offer all sorts of experiences from feeding and cuddling goats to star gazing with our big telescope. check out more details by clicking on one of out camp sites
On our homestead, you can visit the chickens and goats. Enjoy the walking trail right on our property or ride your bikes. Kids will have plenty of room to run, play and picnic. Children are also welcome to set up their own tent for a night of parent free fun. If in season, you can explore the garden.
With a short drive you will find seasonal hunting, fishing, biking, hiking (Beezley Hill), lakes, golf, mini golf, water park, bowling, casino, and a good selection of restaurants. There are also two Walmarts near by for any of your needs. During the Summer there is also a delightful farmers market in Moses Lake in McCosh Park.
A little farther and you will find natural pools at Potholes State Park, Soap Lake, Coulee Dam, and Lake Lenore Caves. There are also the DUNES with lake access.
Attending the Grant County Fair? We are only an 8 minute drive from the fair grounds gates. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the fair and enjoy and evening of peace and quiet under the stars.
Interesting fact: Our homestead is located on the McConihe Flats. 1200 years ago the Sinkiuse Indians would meet on the McConihe Flats and trade. They would also collect things along the shore of the lake such, as duck eggs and reeds, which are still around today.
Conveniently located between Moses Lake and Ephrata Washington. Only 12 minutes from either town where you can find Walmart and other stores for all your needs.
***Our campsites and the majority of the property is accessible by wheel chair. The ground does have rocks on it. The bathroom can not fit a wheel chair and the lower part of the walking path would not be wheel chair accessible.
Reviews from Hipcamp
Charming and peaceful - Olivia V.
We had a lovely stay at Christine’s place on our drive across the country. She was nice enough to gift us with fresh eggs once we arrived! She told us about their property and let us roam on our own to meet the dogs, goats and friendly cat. It was peaceful and comforting to hang out and watch the sunset there. The outhouse is very clean-with cute charm too! I would recommend this stay to anyone going through the area. We are so grateful for hosts like Christine!
Great first experience! - Calvin L.
Our family of four stayed at site three for one night and boondocked with our travel trailer. The sunset views that night were incredible and we got to watch a lightning storm off in the distance. The hosts were very gracious and showed us around the garden, we got to meet the two goats and dogs, and we experienced the chicken coup where we received fabulous fresh eggs from earlier in the morning. It was a great experience and we highly recommend staying here.
EXTRAS:
Buy 1 dozen fresh eggs for $6, This is my sons business and he will pick the 12 freshest eggs just for you. He will be happy to deliver them right to you.
Pick your own Fresh Eggs- You will get to go into the coop and hand pick your very own farm fresh eggs. Pet the chickens and throw them some feed. You will get to pick 1 dozen eggs. $15 for your group
Drum Circle: Play hand drums out in nature lead by a professional drummer. Learn new rhythms and jam out for 30 minutes. $50 for your camp site.
Feed the Goats: Feed Katniss and Luna, brush them and cuddle all you want. $5 per person or $15 per family You will receive a treat to feed them and you can spend as much time with them as you would like.
Free Range the Chickens: We will let the chickens go free so you can enjoy watching them peck and scratch to their hearts content. You may even get to pet or hold Cosette or Joan, the friendliest chickens in the world. You will also get to feed them some chicken treats. $20
Fresh Flowers: If we have fresh flowers available you can get a small bouquet for $8. This is my daughter business and she will deliver your flowers with a smile.
Star Gazing: With our brand new telescope you will get an up close and person view of the moon and more. Learn to identify constellations in the sky and learn some of their stories. $75 for 1 hour and includes hot chocolate
Books for Sale: We also have 4 authors in our house so we also have books available for sale. A Year of Poetry Tea Time, A Year of Poetry Tea Time Patriotism, Music at Home, Street Drumming, A Pocket Book of Jokes for kids, and The Fall Tales of the Forgotten (fantasy adventure).
Location
Whimsy Rock Homestead is located in Washington
Directions
Coming From Moses Lake: When you come to the blinking stop sign you will want to turn right ( NOT LEFT like GPS will tell you) and then you will make an immediate left into the driveway of the large red fire station garage. You will then see our driveway on your left. Coming from Ephrata: Once you are on Neppel Rd NE you will follow the road and will turn right just before you reach the cross road of North Lake Rd NE. Your right will be into a "driveway" of a large red fire station garage and then you will see our driveway on the left. GPS will try and tell you to keep going strait down Neppel but that is not correct.
Coordinates
47.217310224072584 N
119.40991760672425 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly