VASHON LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Tucked Pines and Evening Flames: The Dragonfly Fire Teepee on Vashon
A seasonal, private teepee for up to four at AYH Ranch with a fire‑pit, shared kitchen and barn amenities — this guide explains what to expect and what to pack.
Tucked Pines and Evening Flames: The Dragonfly Fire Teepee on Vashon.
Set at the back of AYH Ranch and tucked into the trees, the Dragonfly Fire teepee is the property's most private camping shelter; furnished with a double bed and two single beds and centered on a simple fire‑pit, it blends the comforts of a cabin with the rhythms of tent camping and includes access to a fully equipped kitchen, free firewood, and the ranch's recreational barn amenities.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A private teepee tucked into the trees
Located at the back of the property, the Dragonfly Fire teepee offers the most secluded pitch on-site, set among trees with its own fire‑pit for evening gatherings.
Simple, family-ready furnishings
Furnished with one double bed and two single beds, the teepee provides a ready sleeping setup for up to four guests while retaining the practicalities of tent camping.
Shared kitchen, free firewood and barn recreation
All teepees include access to a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary firewood, and the ranch's recreational barn amenities, making it easy to cook, socialize, and store gear.
What the day feels like
What staying here feels like
The stay is a straightforward, seasonal camp experience at AYH Ranch: a small, private teepee set back on the property where evenings center on a personal fire‑pit and days are organized around cooking in a shared kitchen and using the ranch's recreational spaces.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this teepee suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a sleeping bag, pillow, towel, toothbrush and other personal items, plus food and snacks; the site provides a kitchen to cook in, a picnic table and two chairs.
Teepee guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen and complimentary firewood; the teepee itself is furnished but guests should pack personal bedding and toiletries.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the campsite open?
Camping is available seasonally from May 1 through September 30.
What are the check‑in and check‑out times?
Check‑in is between 3:00 PM and 10:00 PM; check‑out is at noon.
How many people can the Dragonfly Fire teepee accommodate?
The teepee is set up to sleep four guests, with one double bed and two single beds.
What are the rates and is there a fee for pets?
The nightly rate is $120. Dogs are allowed with an additional $10 charge per dog per day.
Are cooking facilities and firewood provided?
Yes — all campsites and teepees include access to a fully equipped kitchen and complimentary firewood.
What personal items should I bring?
Guests should bring a sleeping bag, pillow, towel, toothbrush and other personal items, as well as any food or snacks they plan to cook.