Camping is one of those things that sounds better in theory than in a storage unit. Tents, sleeping bags, pads, cookware and a growing collection of gear you swore you’d use more than twice a year.
There is even an entire corner of YouTube dedicated to organizing the stuff. Not using it. Just organizing it.
Wouldn’t you rather feel every bit of the camping vibe, without the whole sleeping-on-the-ground thing?
The Sullivan Catskills delivers some unbelievably comfortable ways to make it happen.
Live the Catskill Glamping Life
Both Domes of the Catskills and Unique Escapes offer the woodsy experience of sleeping amongst the flora and fauna, only your toes are tucked into cozy beds that would rival any luxury resort you might book for triple the cost.
Imagine waking up steps away from a crystal-clear lake, stoking the campfire while enjoying a morning coffee after peacefully dreaming in a luxurious geodesic dome featuring exquisite Egyptian cotton linens, a modern bathroom complete with spa robes and slippers, an indoor gas fireplace and a fully stocked kitchen.
The sound of water lapping against the shoreline is Swan Lake. The spot is Domes at Catskills, a pristine 22-acre wooded property with 1,000 feet of private shoreline, just 90 minutes from NYC.
Five Reasons You Will Not Want to Leave the Domes at Catskills
- Year-Round Comfort: Central heating and air conditioning mean the Catskills welcome you in January just as warmly as July. Come for the fall foliage. Stay through the first snow.
- The Deck: A grill, lounge chairs, a dining table and hammocks. The only decision is whether dinner comes before or after the nap.
- Private Firepit: Kindling and unlimited campfire wood provided. The stories and the s’mores are on you.
- Outdoor Fun: Hike it, bike it, paddle it or pickleball it. The 22 acres keep busy people happy and tired people very, very content.
- Powerful WiFi: Full coverage across the entire property. Whether you need it for work or just to make everyone back home deeply jealous, the signal holds.
Okay, six. The entire property, including many of the domes, is dog friendly.
“This was one of the most special places I’ve been to. And I travel! The setting is serene, quiet and well-kept. The domes themselves are gorgeous, modern and super clean. Stunning pieces with grills, wooden rocking chairs/gliders, fire pits and tiki torches. Amenities are great: pickleball, monocular in your room for bird watching, kayaking, bocce ball, a Zen garden. And super thoughtful touches like bug spray, umbrellas and a stocked Nespresso machine. Really, really special!”
– Elana K.
Plan Your Unique Luxury Camping Escape
Unique Escapes in Monticello brings nature and comfort together under the same multi-faceted roof in specialty themed geodesic domes. The 35-acre forest-filled property makes you feel hours from everywhere, while only being minutes from decadent dining, quaint cafes, a casino, championship golf, breweries and a vineyard.
Locals’ tip: Monticello Bagel Bakery has been family owned for three generations, making bagels since 1967. The Sullivan Catskills takes this seriously enough to throw a whole festival around it. Plan accordingly.
Guests can book four of the planned 12 domes now, with Jacuzzis on the way soon for some of the remaining eight.
Four Unforgettable Glamping Experiences at Unique Escapes
- Modern Luxury: Clean lines, warm textures and panoramic forest views make this dome a proper retreat. Luxury linens, a spacious bath and board games round out the kind of comfort that makes leaving feel optional.
- Rosé All Day: Pink-inspired decor, playful elegance and enough charm to fill a camera roll. Whether it’s a romantic escape or a weekend with your people, this dome sets the scene without trying too hard.
- 007: Sleek, sophisticated and just a little cinematic. This dome delivers the stylish side of glamping with a wink. Shaken, not stirred.
- Nature Lovers: Forest light, leafy colors and the kind of quiet that actually sticks with you. This dome wraps modern comfort around a genuinely peaceful experience for those who came here for the trees as much as the thread count.
“Our plan for the ladies’ trip was to include some hiking, but the weather wasn’t too cooperative, which didn’t change our enjoyment of the place in the least. Hanging out in the domes and sipping wine was a joy and we checked out some fabulous nearby cafes and restaurants.”
– Amanda O. (whose corgi beagle, Winston, also very much enjoyed his stay)
Pack Kids, Snacks & Get Groovy
Domes suit families beautifully, but Covered Bridge Campsite in Livingston Manor plays a different game entirely. Island tent sites, a covered bridge and a stretch of Willowemoc Creek that makes you want to stay one more day.
New to the property, a 400-square-foot A-Frame cabin with floor-to-ceiling glass facing the creek and your own private campfire and fishing area. The covered bridge sits just downstream. Heat and air conditioning a switch away if the seasons call for it.
Sorry, dad. Backup skills won’t be needed. Trucker hats though are welcome and encouraged.
“Okay, totally agree that this place should be a secret but if you happen to find it on the internets and somehow make the reservation… It’s totally worth it.”
– txbiker (review from Tripadvisor)
Psst…Covered Bridge Campsite also offers RV sites (meaning you bring your own), tent sites (meaning you bring your stored camping gear) and a very cool glamping tent on a wooden base with 11-foot ceilings and a small front deck.
Welcome is What We Do
Every glampsite on this list delivers something different, but one thing runs through all of them. You, your friends, your family and your pup will feel genuinely welcome from the moment you arrive.
That is simply how people in the Sullivan Catskills treat their neighbors. And when you visit, even for just a few days, you are one.
A few things worth knowing before you get here. Not rules, just rhythms. The kind that make your time feel easier, slower and more like what you came for.
Five Things the Sullivan Catskills Does Quietly & Exceptionally Well
- Connection With Place: The landscape here tells a story. Every hike, every river bend, every Main Street offers something you will not find anywhere else. The Catskills have a way of making you feel like you arrived somewhere that was already yours.
- Community: Come back to the same coffee shop two days in a row and they will remember you. Your order, probably too. That is not a coincidence. That is just how it works here.
- Spectacular Dining: Restaurants in the Sullivan Catskills are experiences in their own right. All the flavor and intention your inner foodie craves, without the cost, stress or wait. The farm, as they say, is considerably closer to your table.
- Outside is In: Nature does not stop at the trailhead here. It shows up in the brew pub with live trout in the tank, in the dome that puts you among the trees without actually putting you on the ground. The Catskills celebrate the outdoors in ways you will not see coming.
- Unexpected Touches Remember this article when you visit. At some point, you will stop mid-experience and say, out loud, “wow, that is a really nice touch.” You will be right.
Your Sullivan Catskills glamping getaway is closer than you think. Close your eyes and imagine it. Breathe in the crisp Catskill air and the smell of rich balsam.
Now click your heels three times and say…
Kidding, click here and you’re on your way.