Firelight Camps
Est. 2014
1150 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, United States
Up to 125 guests
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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!
The Lowdown
Type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBar / Club / LoungeCamping / GlampingField / Forest / Orchard
Views
ForestLagoon/PondRolling HillsWaterfall
Style
Casual
Rustic
Whimsical
Worldly
Zen
Best type of Celebrations
Adventure Travel
Art Show
Birthday Party
Brand Activations
Charity Event
Conferences
Corporate Event
Family Reunion
Group Getaway
Holiday Party
Retreats: Corporate, Spa, Wellness, Etc.
Reunion
Social Event
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception
Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.

Venue Setting

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

Capacity

Seated
125
Buffet
125
Standing
125
Fees
(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

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Call: 607-229-1644
Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2014
Curfew
No Curfew
Venue spaces
Outdoor Venue Space Only
Catering
Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol
Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations
19 furnished safari style sleeping tents, with a variety of styles and amenities. A bathhouse for guests to get ready.
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Onsite Restrooms
Inside Scoop

Ask about booking a wild edibles hike through buttermilk falls state park!

Venue Features
The scene:
We're a campground that operates like a high quality hotel ... with the perks of being outside. 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. 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. You can refill your canteen at our water dispenser and plug into the phone charging station. Our complimentary, locally sourced continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 - 10 AM, and at sundown we light the communal campfires in the outdoor lounge areas, where you can play an assortment of games including bocce ball. Our camp store includes Firelight Camps homemade s'more kits and trail snacks, Firelight Camps apparel and other outdoor inspired knick knacks and necessities.

Firelight's backyard of Upper Buttermilk Falls State Park. The trailhead is located outside your tent flap, and will take you on a winding journey through one of the Finger Lakes' iconic gorges and cascading waterfalls. Delve deeper into the forest with a Wild Foraging Hike - a hands-on adventure with local experts where you'll learn to identify and harvest a variety of wild Northeastern plants, while maintaining the diverse forest ecology.

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.

Design:
The sleeping tents are furnished with king or double queen beds, a private tented porch, a writer's desk and chair, a trunk for storage, bedside tables with chargeable lanterns.

The lobby tent is outfitted with a full service bar, a leather couch, a game library and tables and chairs. Three campfire lounge areas are outside the lobby tent and tended to by Firelight Camp Hosts.
Standout venue features:

CAMP STORE PROVISIONS: Our camp store offers locally-made trail snacks and souvenirs, including our Firelight Camps homemade s'more kits to complete your quintessential American campfire experience.

COFFEE: Firelight Camps coffee brew kicks up the meaning of "campfire coffee." Our founders, Emma & Bobby, opened their first hotel in Matagalpa, Nicaragua in the heart of coffee country. When they opened Firelight Camps in Ithaca, they weren't willing to trade in the world's best coffee. So, they connected with their friend and Nicaraguan coffee farmer, Enrique Ferrufino, who manages Proyecto Aurora, a group of coffee farmers dedicated to reinvesting a percentage of their profits in sustainable growing practices. Enrique's beans now arrive fresh at Copper Horse Coffee in Ithaca, where owner Jesse Harriot roasts a specialty Firelight Camps blend. Jesse also made sure we were brewing the best possible coffee for our guests, using a pour over method you'll be hard pressed to find in any other hotel lobby ... let alone around the campfire!

BYO PICNIC: 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.

Extra perks:
Use of our large outdoor Lobby and Event Tents, onsite bathrooms, use of water, electric & internet. Access to our current inventory of tables, chairs, benches, bocce court and fire pits.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

Vogue:Forget the Hamptons: Head Upstate for a Glamping Excursion This Summer - June 2019

Women's Health:The 13 Best Couples Retreats To Rekindle The Romance In Your Relationship - January 2019

The Venue Report:19 Spots to Do Summer Camp Like a Grown Up - August 2019

Forbes:5 Family Glamping Adventures That Let You Rough It In Style - June 2019

The New York Times:Glamping Slips Into the Mainstream - June 2018

Green Wedding Shoes:The Delight is in the Details for this Glamping Wedding in the Finger Lakes - August 2018

Thrillist: The Most Scenic Drives to NYC’s Best Autumn Camping Spots - September 2018

Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.
BREAKFAST: We serve a complimentary continental breakfast in the lobby from 7:30 - 10 AM , featuring artisanal breads, butter and preserves, pastries, fresh fruit, yogurt, house granola, seasonal juices, tea, coffee and milk. Gluten-free and vegan options are available.

LUNCH & DINNER: Our Camp Hosts can help you choose from an extensive array of local eateries in downtown Ithaca and wine country. On the property, you can also dine at The Bistro at La Tourelle for lunch and John Thomas Steakhouse for dinner.
BAR: Happy Hour begins at 5 PM when we spark the evening campfire; the bar remains open for service until 10 PM. We offer a selection of Finger Lakes wines, beers, cider, spirits, specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic artisanal sodas and juices. We provide a complimentary tasting for each guest during each night of their stay, and include seasonal offerings like our autumnal hot chocolate bar or mulled cider. **Guests may consume their own alcohol in their tents, but are not permitted to consume their own alcohol in the lobby or communal areas.

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