Sleep in a Conestoga Wagon for the Ultimate Cowboy-Cation

Everyone loves a unique vacation and one of the latest trends speaks to the cowboy culture sweeping the nation. Sandy Pines Campground in Kennebunkport, Maine, gives family travelers a taste of what life was like for the pioneers that helped shape the country with a stay in a covered wagon — with a luxurious touch, of course!

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Sandy Pines has a variety of accommodation options, from basic RV and tent campsites to luxury glamping tents, but it is the Conestoga wagons that really let you experience a cowboy-cation.

Its two Conestoga wagons (Wild Blue Yonder and Chuck Wagon), part of the Unique Retreats collection and including a glass house and a shepherd’s hut, let you rough it without actually having to rough anything. The wagons, perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway with a twist, are authentic from the outside. Inside, however, these wagons are fully equipped with electricity, so you’ve got lights, heat and air conditioning, along with a queen-sized bed, indoor and outdoor seating areas, and a fire pit.

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If you are traveling with the family, everyone can stay together in a more traditional camping style at one of Sandy Pines’ family cottages designed for the perfect combination of luxury and rustic appeal, letting kids learn what a simpler way of life is like, and one where nature is right outside the front door. At night, families can also gather around the campfire.

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The campground, within walking distance of Goose Rocks Beach, features a wealth of activities to make sure you have plenty to do when you aren’t busy enjoying the beauty of the natural surroundings. The campground sits alongside a salt marsh, perfect for paddleboarding and kayaking, along with viewing some local wildlife. An on-site general store and snack bar have everything you’ll need during your stay, and, while there are great kids activities including games, crafts and a playground, the whole family can enjoy the heated pool, lawn games and bike rentals.