ILiveInFlipFlops Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 We're talking about plans for next summer, and (long story short), I'm wondering if something exists like the thing I'm sort of imagining. We rent a cabin in a woodsy or maybe lake-type area that we have all to ourselves (with a kitchen), but that is part of a larger structure or community. The larger entity manages optional activities that people could choose to go to or sign up for, or they could not do those things and could instead choose to go off by themselves if they wanted quiet. And maybe at night there are communal events like campfires or dances or something. The more I think about it, I guess I'm picturing something like the resort community in Dirty Dancing :lol: Do those even exist anymore? If they do, do they have a name--some keyword I can search on? Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Family camps? Around here, most summer camps have family weekends/weeks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christusg01 Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Callaway Gardens in Georgia does something like this! I'm wanting to go to it but it's sort of pricey. Go to their website and check it out. There's daily activities for the kids, optional activities for the adults, and family activities at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Where are you wanting to vacation? I know of a nice place like that on Lake Winnepasaukee in New Hampshire. I think they are quite common in the northeast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Sounds like family camp to me. It also sounds a bit like some resorts or cruise ships, except of course a cruise ship isn't in the woods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeAgain Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 (edited) The Dirty Dancing resort is back open. Complete with themed weekends. :)We have done something similar in Germany - staying in a cabin but going to the resort main house for organized activities. Mostly, though, I think what you're looking for is something like a Family Camp. It's an organized week/weekend with things you can do as the community or choose to go off on other pursuits. ETA: Or a dude ranch. There are some here with cabins and a big house. Editing again - here's a link for a family camp here. http://laitylodgefamilycamp.org/ Edited November 13, 2016 by HomeAgain 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILiveInFlipFlops Posted November 13, 2016 Author Share Posted November 13, 2016 Where are you wanting to vacation? I know of a nice place like that on Lake Winnepasaukee in New Hampshire. I think they are quite common in the northeast. I would love to hear about it! New Hampshire would be totally doable. I'm thinking pretty much anywhere in the eastern US--maybe not too far south, since we don't love the heat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILiveInFlipFlops Posted November 13, 2016 Author Share Posted November 13, 2016 Yes, I think it must be family camp. Though I'm hoping for something a little more glamorous than the couple I've looked at so far :D Callaway Gardens is gorgeous but out of our price range. I'm kind of thinking of something in the middle range, maybe. It will take some research, I think. If anyone has any suggestions, I'm all ears! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 I would love to hear about it! New Hampshire would be totally doable. I'm thinking pretty much anywhere in the eastern US--maybe not too far south, since we don't love the heat. Sure, I can find the name. But glamorous it is not; the one I'm thinking of is quite rustic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 I think it would be worth checking state parks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daria Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Smuggler's Notch in VT might be another place to check out. I'm not sure they have cabins, but they have lots of activities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Smuggler's Notch in VT might be another place to check out. I'm not sure they have cabins, but they have lots of activities. We went there last summer, and it was fun. We stayed at more of a time share type resort, but would have preferred a cabin. The resor had some good activities though! We stayed at another one about an hour and a half from Montreal. It was like connected lodges on a lake, and it was fantastic. We stay d in our cabin, but there were optional activities, and even a spa. Very woodsy, camp-ish. There's a log cabin community near Gatlinburg, TN that sounds exactly like what you're describing. Log cabins are all individually owned, some take pets, some are more secluded than others. All are on their own tiny bit of land, but inside a gated community. Ours had arcade games and pool, hot tubs, all the usual cabin stuff. But there was a central area with activities, pool, etc. We loved it, but we aren't big gatlinburg fans, so we're hoping to find something similar elsewhere. If you have any desire to go to that area, I can find the name of the community. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaplank Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Lakeside, OH is one of our favorite family vacations. There is something for everyone. http://www.lakesideohio.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 In Colorado I'd go to YMCA of the Rockies Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 In our state that are quite a few family camps. Here's one: http://fairhillsresort.com You can take part in activities, or you don't have to. Everyone does eat together in the same dining hall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBearTeacher Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I have seen lots of places called "Family Resort" or "Vacation Village" that have what you describe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvToRead Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I think it would be worth checking state parks. This is what I was thinking. When I was a a kid, we would vacation at state parks in Kentucky, and I remember activities. I can't remember too many specific things, but I do remember guided hikes in the day, and square dancing in the evening. That was years ago, and maybe things have changed, but I do have fond memories of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracie01 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 In Colorado I'd go to YMCA of the Rockies Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk I love YMCA of the Rockies! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 For those who are in the West, here is a place like that that I really like: http://www.dardanelle108.com/ Warning: Bring your own food. The nearest full on grocery stores are over an hour away. But this place is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartlikealion Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Is this close? http://www.campjellystone.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Dude ranch. Many are structured with cabins and outbuildings, and you choose what rides or activities you want to do. Some ride constantly. Others never ride a horse, but instead do hikes and rafting and games and such. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnificent_baby Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 In Colorado I'd go to YMCA of the Rockies Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk This is exactly what came to my mind! A little something for everyone and many options for accommodations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs_JWM Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 There are a bunch like this in the Poconos. Sent from my XT1049 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarasue7272 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 http://www.bigcedar.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyhwkmama Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 For more adrenaline adventure in the Ozark National Forest: http://www.byrdsadventurecenter.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 We stayed somewhere like that when I was a kid in the Blue Ridge. It wasn't a family camp, but more like a resort with ongoing activities that you could sign up for. We had a little cabin we rented. I feel like maybe it was near Fontana, but maybe I'm mixing it up with another vacation... My mother took us to a lot of places in the NC mountains and they all blurred together after awhile, honestly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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