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10 Florida 'glamping' spots you should take advantage of

By Orlando Weekly Staff on Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 9:23 pm

What is glamping and how do I do it? This is a question you have probably never asked yourself, but we took the time to answer it anyway. Glamping is "glamorous camping." Meaning you are in an air-conditioned unit and able to shower as much as you want.

Now that it's finally starting to cool off, it's the perfect time to get outside and take advantage of the weather. For those of you who profess to like the outdoors, but actually hate being outdoors, "glamping" might be the weekend getaway activity for you. Spend as much or as little time with nature as you want in these rustic spaces that combine the luxuries of indoor amenities with peace and quiet of secluded camping.

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Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
The campfire is lit nightly by the staff.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
The campfire is lit nightly by the staff.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Look at the fireplace!

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Look at the fireplace!

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
You should probably just rent this whole place out for a bachelor/bachelorette party.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
You should probably just rent this whole place out for a bachelor/bachelorette party.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Each tipi comes with a porcelain cast iron claw bathtub and shower. There is also a private patio deck with bug netting.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Each tipi comes with a porcelain cast iron claw bathtub and shower. There is also a private patio deck with bug netting.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Basically, you're staying in a tipi commune, with complimentary resort activities, and morning coffee service and pastry delivery.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Basically, you're staying in a tipi commune, with complimentary resort activities, and morning coffee service and pastry delivery.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Located on a working dude ranch in Polk County, Florida, these 651-square-foot luxury tipis are equipped with air conditioning and heating.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
Located on a working dude ranch in Polk County, Florida, these 651-square-foot luxury tipis are equipped with air conditioning and heating.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida
1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
There's even complimentary VIP rodeo tickets if you're really into horses.

Tipi rentals on a working ranch in Florida

1 unit, 2 guest capacity, 2 nights minimum stay, pet friendly, $615.25 per night
There's even complimentary VIP rodeo tickets if you're really into horses.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
This restored floating chapel turned luxurious private home floats on a marina near Sarasota in Palmetto, Florida.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
This restored floating chapel turned luxurious private home floats on a marina near Sarasota in Palmetto, Florida.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The space offers all the comforts of land-living with WiFi, air conditioning and heating.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The space offers all the comforts of land-living with WiFi, air conditioning and heating.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
Those who appreciate amazing architecture will love the stained glass throughout the home.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
Those who appreciate amazing architecture will love the stained glass throughout the home.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The location features two flat-screen televisions with satellite cable programming and plenty of space to lounge around.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The location features two flat-screen televisions with satellite cable programming and plenty of space to lounge around.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The spacious kitchen comes complete with granite countertops, microwave, coffeemaker, tea kettle, toaster, dishwasher and dining table.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The spacious kitchen comes complete with granite countertops, microwave, coffeemaker, tea kettle, toaster, dishwasher and dining table.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The sleeping loft, which comes with a sitting area, can be reached by the spiral staircase located in the middle of the living room.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The sleeping loft, which comes with a sitting area, can be reached by the spiral staircase located in the middle of the living room.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
Both bedrooms feature queen-size beds with high-end linens.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
Both bedrooms feature queen-size beds with high-end linens.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The bathroom includes a glass shower. Linens, bath towels and a hairdryer are provided by the host.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The bathroom includes a glass shower. Linens, bath towels and a hairdryer are provided by the host.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
Upon arrival the host will give you the key to access the shared swimming pool in the marina.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
Upon arrival the host will give you the key to access the shared swimming pool in the marina.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The marina also has a workout facility, jacuzzi, restaurants and laundry facilities.

Historic houseboat on Manatee River

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 3 nights minimum stay, $294.25 per night
The marina also has a workout facility, jacuzzi, restaurants and laundry facilities.

Getaway suite rental on Captiva Island
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 1 night minimum stay,$281.41 per night
This suite rental is tucked away on Sanibel Island.

Getaway suite rental on Captiva Island

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 1 night minimum stay,$281.41 per night
This suite rental is tucked away on Sanibel Island.

Getaway suite rental on Captiva Island
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 1 night minimum stay,$281.41 per night
The open space includes a bed, sleeper sofa and dining area.

Getaway suite rental on Captiva Island

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 1 night minimum stay,$281.41 per night
The open space includes a bed, sleeper sofa and dining area.

Getaway suite rental on Captiva Island
1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 1 night minimum stay,$281.41 per night
Curl up in the queen-size bed while you use the flat-screen TV to watch some Netflix.

Getaway suite rental on Captiva Island

1 unit, 4 guest capacity, 1 night minimum stay,$281.41 per night
Curl up in the queen-size bed while you use the flat-screen TV to watch some Netflix.

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