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Camping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 12:30 p.m. Read more

JV Vineyard and Retreat

Renovated historic barn (added by manager 27 Apr 2021)

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Secluded forest campsite bordered by vineyards
Adjoining the Hobart Wildlife Area; Scranton 10 minutes' drive
Firepit and firewood included; kayaks and fully stocked fishing pond

Want to get lost in nature while rolling through Iowa? It's easily done at JV Vineyard and Retreat, a quiet and secluded campsite set a mile back from the nearest paved road. With wild-style pitches that its owners proudly describe as primitive, 40 acres of forest to explore and modern facilities in a restored historic barn, this site has all the makings of a mighty Midwestern getaway. As well as the wilder parts of its grounds, JV Vineyard and Retreat has a fully-stocked fishing pond that you're welcome to explore or kayak on. And then there are all those vineyards – a scenic sight indeed, with the park's year-round gift shop selling a range of produce from its fertile fields. Need wifi, toilets or showers? It's all available up at the barn. For off-base exploration, head over to either Hobart Wildlife Area (next to the site) or two miles down the road to Hyde County Park, a relaxing spot on the banks of the North Raccoon river. When it comes to settling down, the pitches are all fairly remote and surrounded by nature. Firewood and firepits are included for outdoor grilling, with food supplies on hand in shops in Scranton (10 minutes' drive), where there's a mid-sized grocery store and takeaway, and Carroll (20 minutes), where there are larger grocery stores, cafés and restaurants.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Tents for hire

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Fishing nearby

Location

JV Vineyard and Retreat

343 180th Street

Scranton

Iowa

USA

51462

Directions

Timezone

America/Chicago Central Standard Time (GMT-06:00)

GPS

42.09262°N
-94.58522°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

There's much to be said for just getting lost in the woods, so when you start to feel acquainted with the forested areas of the site, set out along the North Raccoon river, where there are several scenic county parks and wildlife areas to explore. There's also Swan Lake State Park (25 minutes' drive), a popular spot south of Carroll with good fishing and boating opportunities. You could also stick to nearby towns and cities, starting in nearby Jefferson (20 minutes), home to the impressive 168-foot-tall Mahanay Bell Tower (come to hear its carillons chime, stay for the views from its observation deck). On the edge of Jefferson there's also the Wild Rose Casino and Resort if you're in the mood for a round or two of roulette. Elsewhere, Iowa has plenty of family-friendly activities to try. Deal's Orchard (20 minutes) has hay rides, cider, activities for the kids and (in season) an impressive pumpkin patch, while further afield in downtown Des Moines (an hour and 25 minutes) there are amusement parks, interactive museums and a sculpture park, plus the ever-popular Blank Park Zoo on the city's southern edge.

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Does JV Vineyard and Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is JV Vineyard and Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near JV Vineyard and Retreat? There's much to be said for just getting lost in the woods, so when you start to feel acquainted with the forested areas of the site, set out along the North Raccoon … Read more
When can I check in and check out of JV Vineyard and Retreat?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Depart by: 12:30 p.m.

Read more