That tent that’s all over your instagram :-) Named for the Gaelic phrase ‘Baile na’, meaning ‘place of’ for our town’s brook, guests have free access to visit (and even take a dip) in the creek while staying on the farm. Bally Brook is perched on a historic hill near the town of Tom’s Brook, VA with stunning views of both the Massanutten & Allegheny mountain ranges. Our luxury tent sleeps 2 adult guests and can accommodate up to 2 doggos for your escape. The tent is equipped with everything you’ll need to cook up a feast under the stars & find rest and relaxation in the beauty of the Shenandoah Valley

Premium Queen Size bed outfitted with stonewashed linens (summer season) or organic cotton flannel (winter season)
Bar fridge, complimentary Farm to Tent Breakfast included, cookware, cutlery & dish set provided
Solar powered lighting throughout platform & tent. Battery operated lanterns & fans stocked
Private off-grid Bath with rain water harvested hot water shower & ECO composting toilet located on platform adjacent to tent. Organic cotton towels, organic biodegradable bath products & cotton bathrobes provided
Private swing & garden area with hammock & pick-your-own veggie patch
Private nature trail steps from the platform that leads to private guest’s beach & swimming hole. Chairs & water shoes provided
Pet Friendly & Encouraged! $20/night pet fee with refundable $100 pet deposit

Tent flaps open for the season’s first guests 🏕️

Our version of Friday night lights ✨

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To quote our lovely guests- “these views are *chef’s kiss*”

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Bally Brook Farm is reached by a spectacular drive through the Appalachian Mountains & is nestled among the many miles of the historic Shenandoah Valley. Offering more than just beautiful scenery, Shenandoah County is rich in history, has deep roots in agriculture & is home to the areas top artisans making Bally Brook the ideal base camp for exploring, experiencing & reconnecting with nature.

Hit the mountain at Bryce Mountain Resort for the adventure bike trails or a round of golf. Lake Laura offers a beautiful summer beach oasis. Experience the unbeatable views from your canoe, kayak or tube with Shenandoah River Adventures. Or, grab your hiking boots and explore any of the many surrounding hikes. We’ve created a custom map for you to see the most popular spots!

Other suggested adventures include visiting a pick-your-own farm, following along the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail, horseback riding at Fort Valley Ranch, visit to the underground caverns, mountain & road bike rentals and tours, history lovers trail, or follow along in the footsteps of Daniel Boone on the The Great Road.

Custom map of hikes, wineries, restaurants, etc

NOTE: We custom mapped all locations. The hike locations are the parking areas nearest the trailhead.

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Guest Reviews

“Kate + Matt,

Thank you for such a beautiful “glamping” getaway. We couldn’t have asked for better weather and the Bally Brook farm is so picturesque. We loved sitting by the fire at night and swimming in the swimming hole by day. Cajun had a blast exploring the whole area! We especially loved our neighbors - the cow family that we got to see up close + personal. The best weekend!”

Many thanks -

Janeen + Todd

October 3rd - 5th, 2025

“Thank you for sharing this amazing spot! We had the chance to disconnect and recharge with delicious food!

Can’t wait to come back!”

The Sisters

June 6th - 8th, 2025

“Happy day Matt & Kate,

Firstly, thank you for being so thoughtful in creating such a beautiful place filled with tranquility & space! You can see the thoughtfulness in every detail & the overall experience! This getaway was just what my husband and I needed. We had an awesome time being able to rest, reset and reconnect! We aren’t ready to leave but we must get back to our precious daughter whom we miss so much! We cant wait to come back!”

With great love,

Dani & Nick

May 23rd - May 25th, 2025

“Kate & Matt,

Thank you for the lovely stay & making our anniversary feel so special!”

Daniel & Angeli and Aiko 🐾

May 9th - May 11th, 2025

“Kate & Matt,

Thank you for setting us up for a much needed relaxed weekend. Taking a quick trip outside DC for some beauty and unplugged lifestyle was the perfect way to take a break from our hectic spring. Maggie & Frankie, our vizlas also had a blast!”

Lauren, Chris, Maggie & Frankie

April 26th - April 28, 2024

“Kevin and I wanted to personally thank you and Matt SO much for an unforgettable weekend.

Thank you so much for providing us with the grill. It came in very clutch for breakfast Saturday morning and the eggs you provided from your farm were absolutely delightful. The marshmallows were such a sweet touch to our campfire night. The pet treats were so sweet as well. The dogs loved the toys. We had such a great weekend getaway to disconnect and I know our dogs had a fantastic time running around your property. We truly appreciate your hospitality so much. The lights provided were so helpful at night and the tent was so cozy.

Thank you so much again for giving us a great weekend getaway before we get married next month!”

Sara + Kevin + Ollie + Theo

April 4th - April 7th, 2024

“This quick getaway Thanksgiving weekend and before the stress of the holidays was everything! This is the cutest, most cost efficient, and relaxing glamping experience in this area. Despite the freezing temperatures, I managed to find peace and a warmth here, especially from Kate’s kindness and exceptional willingness to go above and beyond. I’ll have to check out the platform in the warmer months.”

Brittani

Nov. 24th - Nov. 26th, 2023

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“Kate & Matt, We can’t thank you enough for making our 1 year wedding anniversary unforgettable. This was our first time glamping and our dog, Reign, had the time of his life. We can’t wait to come back to this magical place. Thanks again for the hospitality, food, nature, cozy experience and all the little details!”

Arlene + Paul + Reign

Nov. 3rd - Nov 5th, 2023

“Kate + Matt, Thank you SO much for this unforgettable weekend! We had an amazing time hiking, swimming, and lounging by the campfire on your GORGEOUS property! You truly made Maggie’s 25th birthday so special for us! Thank you again and we can’t wait to come back here soon!”

Maggie + Michael

Oct 27th - Oct 29th, 2023

“Dear Kate & Matt, Thank you so much for this wonderful and relaxing experience! This was the perfect “mini moon” after our wedding on Thursday! We loved being in this private & romantic oasis that you provided! Everything from the delicious food to the beautiful set up in the tent to the amazing grounds was just what we needed! Once again, thank you so much - this was the best way to relax after our wedding!”

With love,

Elise & Brandon

Oct 20th - Oct 22nd, 2023

“I cannot thank you enough for this weekend! It was the rest and relaxation we needed. Our pup, Margo, was in heaven! Pretty sure she thought we had moved there and was ready to call it home forever. And the food…. I don’t think that I have the words for how delicious the apples and pears were. My husband said that the apple may have been the best apple he has ever had and the green beans and cauliflower!! So so good! Sadly no treasures were found metal detecting but fun was had by all!

Thank you for sharing this incredibly special place with others. Definitely a memorable weekend for us.”

Tori

Sept 29th - Oct 1st, 2023

“Kate & Matt, Thank you so much for this wonderful experience! So glad we were able to snag this weekend from the waitlist. Andrew, Apollo and I had such a blast celebrating his 25th birthday here. The local food, the swimming hole, the stars, everything was amazing! We go glamping quite often and this was by far one of the best!

Thank you!”

Julee & Andrew

September 15th - 17th, 2023

“Kate + Matt- Thank you so much for everything. We had the most relaxing time before we welcome our little baby into this world in December. You went above + beyond! Thank you for everything.”

Erin + Max

July 21st - 23rd, 2023

“Kate & Matt, Thank you for a relaxing getaway! Absolutely perfect way to spend an early birthday! The set up with the view was splendid, the watering hole was so unique! We will definitely be back!! PS: Edwin loved the toys and extras!!

Thank you!”
Nate & Adri

June 23 - June 25, 2023

“Kate & Matt, Thank you for a fantastic weekend! We absolutely loved the food and your thoughtful gift to us. Our old gal especially enjoyed the cows! I appreciate the dietary accommodations you made for us. Thanks again for an amazing experience!”

Lindsay + Kolby + Diamond🐾

May 26th - 28, 2023

“Kate + Matt- Thank you for this amazing, fun-filled weekend at Bally Brook. All the details were perfectly thought out - the tent, the food, the bed - all wonderful. We especially enjoyed our nightly visits from the cows. This was such a wonderful weekend of reconnection away from our busy lives. We appreciate the love you put into this! Until next time -”

Tricia + John

May 12th - 14th, 2023

“Hi Kate - Thank you so much for a wonderful evening at Bally Brook Farm. We were blown away with the accommodations and were even more grateful we could experience it for the night. I have no doubt we will be back and will be keeping an eye out for weekends that become available throughout next year!”

Katie & Brandon

Nov 11th - 13th, 2022

“Kate, Bally Brook is amazing! Thank you for helping to make Daniel’s birthday an unforgettable one. All of the local food was amazing- so delicious! The cute finishing touches (the toast! The birthday dessert!) only added to how perfect everything was. The tent is so cool! A comfortable bed, all the fixings, the games, etc - you’ve thought of it all! Kato loved the dog treats you left for him and we loved the whole experience. Thank you for opening this up to visitors! We hope to return again!”

-Ani + Daniel + Kato

Nov 4th - 6th, 2022

"Unforgettable experience! We loved every minute of our stay and the property is absolutely beautiful! Already recommending to all my friends. The whole area is so picturesque, I swear we took over 800 photos that I now have to go through when we get home. Waking up to the sunrise and cooking over the fire was a great experience, too! Bed was super comfy + very warm with the cold nights. We loved our stay and the pups did too! Thank you for being so accommodating. We will be back one day! Much love!"

Rachel + Josh Tucker + Skye

October 21st- 23rd, 2022

Brenda

"Kate, Thank you again for everything! We loved the experience so much. Everything was a breeze and relaxing. Thank you for your attentiveness!"

Brenda

Oct 14th - 16th, 2022

"Dear Kate & Matt, Thank you so much for this incredible experience! We had a wonderful time that was made all the more special because we were able to have our dogs with us. Really appreciate the extra dog goodies and attention to details throughout the campsite. You guys are wonderful hosts - will definitely be sharing & recommending this experience to friends!! Much love & thanks!"

Ashley, Michael, Teddy & Maggie

Oct 7th - Oct 9th, 2022

"Kate & Matt, Thank you! We had such a wonderful relaxing time & really enjoyed the view & yummy foods. Kush surprised me with this weekend and I couldn't have imagined a more wonderful escape - fully stocked & quiet. It was a beautiful time to reconnect with nature, see the stars and build a fire! Much love!"

Steph & Kush

Sept 16th - Sept 19th, 2022

"I just wanted to write a quick note of thanks for an amazing weekend. My partner and I had such a great time at Bally Brook Farm. I am especially thankful for the birthday wishes and treats. Everything including the accommodations, the food, the view, the watering hole, the cows, etc gave us the greatest gift of all- rest and relaxation. Thank you again- we will be back (and all of our friends will also visit). With gratitude"

Jessica

Sept 9th - Sept 11th, 2022

"Such a lovely stay! Thanks for all the special touches! You have thought of everything!"

Maria & good pup, Ruban

July 29th - July 31st, 2022

"Thank you, Kate, for hosting a beautiful weekend! Thank you for the very thought out, carefully planned and attention to details! The personalized wedding gift that we loved so much! Thank you for getting the letter from our friends. We truly loved every little experience!"

Pratik & Anjana

July 22nd - July 24th, 2022

"Kate & Matt, We had such an amazing weekend here! We loooooved lounging in the hammock/chairs & watching the birds on the bird feeder! & we had a blast picking blackberries & raspberries! This place is absolutely beautiful & so peaceful! Thank you so much! Ps: Our dog, Aspen, had a blast too!"

Nicolette & Murphy

July 15th - July 17th, 2022

"Kate & Matt, You have a gem on your hands! This experience was the perfect getaway to reconnect and relax. I have already shared my experience with friends + family as far as GA! We will definitely be back! You guys have outdone this retreat :)"

Jess & Yusuf

June 17th - June 19th, 2022

"Kate and Matt, So amazing & unique stay! We would love to come back again! We enjoyed seeing the views. Thank you so much for delicious local food! You made our getaway extra special by communicating well! Rain or shine, we enjoyed our stay!"

Angela & Chris

June 10th - June 12th, 2022

"We wanted to thank you for an absolutely delightful stay. It was so beautiful and perfectly planned. Your selection of provisions was clearly quite thoughtful (and so delicious - omg the prawns and catfish!)! I've never seen our dog, Koa, this happy and relaxed. He was stoked about playing in the water. We will leave a glowing review and have already recommended your stay to others. With warmth and gratitude"

Amanda, Ryan and Koa

June 3rd - June 5th, 2022

“THANK YOU so much for hosting an incredible weekend! I’m already crossing my fingers to be able to book another weekend in the fall. We can’t wait to come back, next time with our pup :)”

Lauren

May 27th - May 29th, 2022

Frequently Asked

We offer 1 luxury tent for 1 couple or solo adventurer to share per weekend. There are no other tents on the property & we offer complete privacy for our guests. There are no visitors or guests during your getaway
The bathroom is located on the platform directly next to your tent. It features a hot water shower, sink, personal ECO composting toilet and biodegradable bath products. Organic cotton towels & bathrobes are provided for your use as well.
**Please note- due to our outdoor off-grid set up, hot water will not be available if the temperatures dip below freezing. We provide extra purified drinking water in the event of freezing temps.
Complimentary breakfast is included w/ the standard booking rate. Farm house breakfast includes: fresh eggs, butcher's bacon, amish butter & bottled juice. There is also an assortment of organic tea bags & coffee. We pick fresh fruit weekly on the farm & you can expect a basket of fresh fruit stocked as well.
Our Farm to Fire provisions add-on is tailored to your selections & is enough goods for 2 dinners, 2 breakfast, 2 lunches as well as snacks, alternative options & sides for 2 adults for the weekend. Here is a sample questionnaire we send guests that have added on the food package-
Any specific requests from our butcher? (ie. certain cut of steaks you prefer or if fresh chicken is desired over fresh pork) **Please note if you would prefer a seafood option. Local catfish, wild caught prawns & fresh river trout is caught weekly.
Any allergies our baker should be aware of? Morning croissants w/ or w/o nuts? Fresh bread loaves w/o gluten?
Fresh produce in season on the farm (July) are variety of heirloom squashes, cucumbers, petite gras melons (cantaloupe, watermelon & honeydews), assortment of heirloom tomatoes ranging from plum to sandwich size, fresh lettuce greens, french beans and purple cauliflowers and broccolini. Fresh peaches as well as sweet cherries are also currently being picked in the orchard.
All food included with the add-on are raw seasonal ingredients & self catered. The tent is stocked with a variety of camp cookbooks & recipe ideas for you to explore. You’ll have a blast cooking & dining under the stars!
While we would love for Mother Nature to give our guests the perfect weather for every weekend, we do our best to provide all the essentials to make your getaway comfortable and most importantly, safe.
For cold forecasts we dress the bed with thermal blankets, cotton flannel sheets & duvet and add extra cozy throws for sitting around the fire. We also add a portable electric heater to the tent for those very chilly nights.
For rainy weekends we provide extra “dry off” towels stocked at the entrance to the tent & pup paw wipes for muddy paws.
For hot weekends the tent is outfitted w/ battery operated fans & we stock personal misting fans for a blast of freshness. The bar fridge also keeps food & drinks nice and cold. We also stock mens & womens water shoes for you to use to visit the swimming hole for a cool off swim on hot summer days.
While we would love to be able to host extra guests or young glampers, our business permits & insurance only allows us to host 2 adult guests per weekend on the farm.
Guests under 18 years of age are not allowed due to the inherent risks associated with our property (ie. raised platform, open fire pit, no lifeguard at beach and working farm environment)
We understand that unforeseeable events can occur & while we will provide alternatives for *forecasted hazardous weather, please review our cancelation break down below:
30 Days prior to booked Weekend Getaway- 100% Refund on Weekend Booking Rate less 10% processing fee
14 Days prior to booked Weekend Getaway- 50% Refund on Weekend Booking Rate less 10% processing fee
7 Days prior to booked Weekend Getaway- 25% Refund on Weekend Booking Rate less 10% processing fee
<7 Days prior to booked Weekend Getaway- No Refund will be available
*forecasted hazardous weather- While it may be less than ideal to Glamp in the rain, we do not deem precipitation to be hazardous. Strong winds, lightning storms & flooding are, however, a safety concern & either a full refund or a Weekend Getaway at a later date will be offered. We aim to provide a spectacular retreat for our guests but you & your loved one’s safety remains our first priority!
Our Weekend getaways are $300 for the entire weekend, not per night.
Check-in is anytime after 3pm on Friday afternoon. Your welcome book & goodies for your stay will be located in your tent.
Check-Out: We ask that our guests are out of the tent by 12pm on Sunday. Please make arrangements prior to the morning (preferably the day before) of your departure if you need extra time in the tent on Sunday. Prior to your departure we ask you ensure your fire pit is completely extinguished & any furniture that had been moved be returned to it’s original location.

Add ons, Rules & Extra info

Currently Booked for Spring/Summer 2025

We wish we could host everyone, trust us :-( However, we do get cancelations frequently & we notify our waitlist exclusively of any weekends that become available

Guest Reviews

Frequently Asked

How many tents are on the farm?

What is the bathroom situation?

What is included if I add on the Farm-to-Fire Food Package?

What if it is cold? Raining? Hot?

Can my friends or kids come with me to stay in the tent?

What is the cancelation policy?

What is the booking rate & checkin/out process?

Currently Booked for Spring/Summer 2025