Catskills Glamping at ‘The Deer Dome’ in Franklin!

Reviews

• Jackeline

  5/5

  Very nice

• Wonderfully Epic Fall Foliage & Night Skies

  5/5

  My girlfriend has never been camping, or seen the fall foliage. So I figured this would be the perfect trip for us.

  Justin, his family, and his staff have a cool operation going on at North Star Farm.

  Justin was super responsive and was able to adequately answer all my random questions before our stay.

  We arrived around midnight on Wednesday night/Thursday morning, and were greeted with a full starry sky. Being from a New York City suburb, we have never witnessed that before, it was so cool.

  We enjoyed the loft bed, it was a fun little nest to wake up in, and the blankets on the main floor were perfect for keeping us warm.

  (To future guests staying in the colder months, I recommend pumping the heating unit on full while sleeping, it gets quite chilly at night)

  Waking up the first morning was exciting since we were not able to see the farm too well on the way in. Opening the panoramic blinds was such a great surprise. There were views of hills in every direction covered in fall foliage.

  The provided local tea, honey, and coffee were perfect for braving the brisk morning air to fully take in the views.

  We followed up the sight seeing by a making a quick trip to the sauna.

  It was wood fired, as was the hot tub. Both amenities were ready to go in a little bit more than an hour of heating. This was impressive given the chilly weather.

  After the sauna, we utilized the shower in the full bathroom provided in our dome. We went into the neighboring town of Oneonta which was about a 20 minute drive away, which also provided awesome foliage views. Here we enjoyed some lunch and gathered groceries for our stay.

  The kitchenette in our dome had everything we needed to make a simple meal. It was two electric stove tops, a sink, and a mini fridge. A large cooler was provided for larger grocery storage. The windows can open and there is a door stop, which keeps the dome well ventilated while cooking. A Blackstone grill was also provided, but it was a little too windy for us to use during our stay.

  My girlfriend really wanted to meet the sheep and Justin was happy to accommodate after shooting him a quick text message. He provided us treats to feed them. The animals were extra friendly and photogenic.

  The calmness of the farm is something both of us needed for sure. We feel refreshed, even if it was only a brief two night stay.

  We definitely are looking to come back for blueberry season next year!

  We both had a truly wonderful stay here.

• So much fun!

  5/5

  My husband and I are not campers, but we wanted to get out in nature and relax in comfort. North Star Farm was 5 star in every way. The accommodations were beautifully designed and extremely comfortable. Our host, Justin Kamm, was welcoming and helpful. We tend not to spend very much on "hotels," and this was the most we've ever spent. It was absolutely worth every penny. The only downside was that we had to leave!

  We spent 3 nights. Next visit will be longer.

• 5/5

  We cannot say enough good things about our stay at North Star Farms yurt! From our arrival and seeing the lovely gift basket and flowers on the dining area table, to the amazing natural beauty of the wildflower fields, to the unique wood fired hot tub, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend this to everyone.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Absolutely Perfect Stay – Can’t Wait to Return!

  5/5

  From the moment we arrived, we knew we had found something special. The property was spotless, beautifully decorated, and exactly as described—actually even better in person! Every detail had been thoughtfully considered, from the fully stocked kitchen to the comfortable, high-quality linens.The location was perfect—peaceful and private, yet close enough to all the attractions, shops, and restaurants we wanted to visit. We especially loved starting our mornings with coffee on the porch and ending our evenings with stunning sunsets. Don't even get me started on the moon, gorgeous!!!! We hade the pleasure of going out in the blueberry field to pick blueberries. I will be baking muffins. Our host was fantastic—responsive, welcoming, and truly invested in making sure our stay was exceptional. Check-in was seamless, and we felt right at home from day one.We’ve stayed in many vacation rentals, but this one stands out for its charm, comfort, and the care that’s clearly been put into every aspect. We left relaxed, refreshed, and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend!

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo