Have you ever wanted to go camping right in your own backyard? Here is an upscale take on that fantasy brought to you by Collective Retreats.

All you need to do is take the ferry over to Governor’s Island a place where no cars or other motorized vehicles are permitted, and pick one of two levels of posh glamping tents- a third, more luxurious “Outlook Shelter” repurposed shipping container with a 180-degree glass encased bedroom is coming soon- which include 1,000-1,500 thread-count linen, electricity and plenty of sockets, a designer curated blanket, plush Turkish towels, and of course a chandelier above your bed.

The campsite boasts amazing views of lower Manhattan surrounded by lush green space, an inspiring view of Lady Liberty, bike tours, sightseeing, and lovely parks nearby. A gourmet Continental Breakfast is served in the morning, so no need to fuss with the Coleman stove or cleaning the trout from the lake/river. Lunch and dinner are also available, from BBQ-in-a-box, to Ferry to Flame- a chef-prepared multi-course dinner extravaganza served either “in-tent” or at an outdoor table overlooking the mesmerizing New York Harbor. There are also traditional restaurant meals available at the Three Peaks lodge. And of course, there’s a full-service bar at Three Peaks.

When you are not eating, drinking, sleeping or bike riding, guests can enjoy the rich calendar of art and cultural events, including performances, educational exhibits, tours of National Monuments and more.
Glamorous camping arrived in New York last spring, and this year it is bound to out do itself. Check it out here: Collective Retreats.