New England Area Named Among The Best Cabin Spots In America
There is something instantly relaxing about staying in a cabin. They are typically in a quiet and serene setting covered by nature. Cabin Life recently published the 10 best cabin destinations in the country and a New England spot made the list.
“Cabin getaways can satisfy the needs and wants of both outdoor lovers and luxury travelers,” they said. Opting for a cabin provides you with the luxury of not having to pack or pitch a tent. In addition, most come with the comfort of your own bathroom, small dining area, and lounge space in case of rain. Of course that comes at a price as cabin life is certainly more expensive than bringing your own tent. And, cabins in some cases also allow you to settle down in outdoor locations that can’t always accommodate a tent.
When you envision arriving at a cabin, you most likely picture a brown log wood-like exterior filled with bunk beds and a small porch area. It can be situated along a lake or on the peak of a mountain. Regardless, there is a stillness to the environment. Your next few days will then be filled with lake swims, hikes, skiing, grilling, smores, or maybe just reading a book inside. Whatever you choose, your cabin is the haven that enables all of those memorable activities that are synonymous with the escape.
The New England area named among the best cabin destinations happens to be in Vermont. It enables you to enjoy the “ski capital of East” in the Winter, and the tree-laced hiking trails in the summer.
Stowe
“A charming town nestled at the foot of Mount Mansfield in northern Vermont,” is how Cabin Life describes Stowe. This area offers standalone cabins that spill out right onto the mountain range, or cabin-style hotels. Stowe Country Homes can guide you through cabin rentals of various kinds. They describe the local cabin-life to be filled with “warm and inviting elements, such as alpine-themed décor, stone fireplaces, hardwood floors adorned in cushy rugs, and details of knotty pine, accentuate the nostalgic and dream-like atmosphere.”
Stowe’s first settlers go back to 1793. Since then, their ski mountain has become the most popular in the northeast. In addition to the 117 different ski trails, there are gondola rides to enjoy on the off-season and warmer months as well. All of this is accessible when staying in one of the many cabin destinations.
Six Of New England's Best RV Sites
Massachusetts - Pine Lake RV Resort
These grounds were completely renovated and reopened in November 2020. It is located in Sturbridge, which is in the south-central region of the state. There is an eight-acre lake onsite, a large pool, and an indoor recreation center for movies and games. Pine Lake also has cottages that you can rent.
Connecticut - Acres High RV Park
Labeled a “luxurious camping resort,” Acres High is open year round. It is located in East Lyme, CT off Chesterfield Rd. There’s a large fishing pond that has a beach area on the south side and a brook with paddle boats available. There are great hikes right at the base of the grounds. Moreover, if you’d like to explore attractions in close proximity to the park, Foxwoods Casino and the Children’s Museum are a close drive.
Rhode Island - Ashaway RV Resort
Settled peacefully near Westerly, RI, Ashaway inspires relaxation. It’s more of a flat ground, but does allow bikes to explore the all the sites. You can chill with your feet up at Ashaway or you can be very active. There are go-carts, basketball courts, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, and mini-golf.
New Hampshire - Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort
There are 152 campsites with 65 full hookups for RV’s. Sea Coast is right off US Route 1 in North Hampton, NH. It is surrounded by green trees. The closest shoreline beach is just four miles from the grounds. Onsite they are pet friendly and offer a large playground. While there is not a ton of swimming options outside your door, this is a great location to hit multiple New Hampshire vacation favorites. In addition to the stretches of beach, Portsmouth is only eight miles up the road.
Vermont - Sugar Ridge RV Village
Sugar Ridge is settled on 68 acres of maple and pine trees. You can even rent 40-foot campers at this family-friendly village. It is located on Old Stagecoach Rd. in Danville, VT. There are two swimming pools, horse wagon rides, and dedicated hiking and bike trails. Sugar Ridge organizes daily activities you can partake in as well.
Maine - Balsam Woods, Spacious Skies
Spacious Skies has two locations in Maine, however, Balsam Woods is where RV’s go to really feel the spacious sky overhead. This is in Abbot, Maine, and while you share the grounds with cabins, you have the choice to pull your RV up to a woods or non-woods site. Regardless, there are miles of hiking trails. As for unique amenities – gem mining or jumping on a giant pillow trampoline anyone?
