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The wind rustling through the trees. Brisk morning air. All from the comfort of your bed... No setup required. Made up with high thread count linens, your tent is off-the-grid and warmly lit with battery-powered lanterns (that can also charge your phone). Mesh screening helps keep the critters out, and comfortable furniture - such as the writing desk - gives you a place to muse on your ideas or simply relax. Find a hammock a few feet away to escape with the birdsong.
"Firelight is such a beautiful, magical place! I truly struggled to find a venue that felt right. It had to be comfortable, laid back and somewhere with natural beauty. The minute I stepped out of the car, I knew it was the perfect place. We could feel and see the love and passion behind it. I was not stressed out at any point before or on the wedding day...I think that's what Firelight is about. It is beautiful, comfortable and overall a relaxing and fun place to be." - Lindsey, Firelight Bride
Firelight Camps
EST. 2014
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Glamp by the “Firelight” with some of your besties at this spectacular campsite in Ithaca, New York!
Comfortable, stylish, and peaceful are just some of the ingredients that make this trendy campsite so perfect for a weekend escape with some of your best friends. From the amazing tents with scenic views that come complete with high thread count linens, lanterns, and cozy furniture to the complimentary breakfast meals catering to all dietary needs, you and your pals will never want to leave!
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Casual
Rustic
Whimsical
Worldly
Zen
Venue Setting
Capacity
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Price range
- Does this include catering fees?
No
- Estimated price per head
from $40 to $100
- Additional charges
Our glampground features 19 luxury sleeping tents. Depending on the group type there are minimum room block requirements. All alcohol is to be contracted through our team. We work with a variety of local vendors for food catering.
- Insurance
Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
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Firelight Camps' mission is to create comfortable, stylish camping experiences that awaken our staff and guests’ appreciation for nature, inspire adventure and deepen connection with family, friends and community.
We're a campground that operates like a high quality hotel ... with the perks of being outside.
The Finger Lakes is a treasure trove of places to explore beyond our glampground, including wineries, cideries, farms, restaurants, waterfalls, trails, lakes, art, music and theater.
We encourage you to bring your own picnic to Firelight Camps, or collect cheese, preserves and other culinary treasures when you explore the region to sample back at camp.
Our camps pioneer low-impact infrastructure and natural landscaping that help sustain rural and wild properties while providing guests with opportunities to explore and experience the natural beauty.
The wind rustling through the trees. Brisk morning air. All from the comfort of your bed ... No setup required.
Our furnished lobby tent includes front desk reception, where you can check-in, find trail maps and learn about a range of local and regional activities from our Camp Host.
We invite our guests to relax into the natural beauty of our camps in a way that feels easy, comfortable and clean, while inspiring a sense of adventure and novelty for first-time campers.
Our bar serves an array of Finger Lakes craft beverages, and we offer freshly brewed Firelight Coffee, hot water and tea at our beverage station.
We encourage you to bring your own picnic to Firelight Camps, or collect cheese, preserves and other culinary treasures when you explore the region to sample back at camp.
Bocce ball court, and other onsite games.
Explore Firelight's backyard of Upper Buttermilk Falls State Park.
