7 Campgrounds In Massachusetts Perfect For Those Who Hate Camping

This charming pond house in Ashfield is the ultimate natural retreat. It’s an airy screened structure with curtains for privacy, a comfy bed, pretty furniture, and total seclusion. Think of it as combining the open feeling of a tent with the security and comfort of a cabin. You’ll also get access to an outdoor hot shower, composting toilet, and a fire pit. Rates start at $335 per night. Click here for more info.

Pine Acres Resort is a fusion of classic camping with modern amenities and a huge variety of fun activities. Kids will go crazy for the mini water park and pool, while adults will love the volleyball and tennis courts. They also offer a mini golf course, pedal-kart rentals, and a dog park. You can choose between a cabin, campsite, or RV site. Check the Pine Acres resort website for more information about current rates and availability.

If you’ve had your fill of cabins and tents, why not check into this awesome 1919 railroad caboose? Situated in a grassy meadow in Chester, this camping rental includes cushioned wooden sleeping benches, a charming writing desk, and plenty of vintage charm. Rates start at $70 per night. Click here for more info.

If you’re okay with a little bit of rustic atmosphere but can’t handle a simple tent in the woods, this cute spot in West Tisbury may be perfect. Known as the Spirit Water Retreat Cottage, it doesn’t have cable or WiFi but does offer a wood fireplace, a kitchen, outdoor shower, and overnight essentials. Lounge on the lawn, explore nearby trails, or just kick back under the trees with a good book. Rates start at $200 per night. Click here for more info.

Check yourself into one of the deluxe cabins at Pinewood Lodge and you can enjoy all the fresh air and s’mores you want … without the lump sleeping bags and fussy tents. This spot offers boating, fishing, laundry service, a playground, and even scoops of fresh ice cream from the main lodge. Click here for current rates and availability.

Normandy Farms is about as far from "basic" as a campground can get. Featuring indoor and outdoor pools, deluxe cabins, safari tents, tennis courts, playgrounds, batting cages, yoga, and even a dirt bike arena, you’ll never run out of things to do. Rates start at $35 per night for a simple campsite but vary greatly based on the type of accommodation you’d prefer. Click here for more info.

Don’t mind sleeping in a tent but hate sitting around in the woods with nothing to do? Mohawk Park Campground is the solution. This campground offers rustic tent and RV sites on the shore of the Deerfield River. Guests can hop in a tube and spend the day floating down the river and among gentle rapids. The campground even has a dine-in restaurant so you don’t have to worry about cooking food over the fire (unless you want to). Rates start at $33 per night for a tent but may vary from season to season, so be sure to call ahead. Please note: the restaurant’s operational schedule may be subject to COVID-19 restrictions. Click here for more info.