The Welcome Wagon

Benton, TN 373074 Guests
5.0
5 reviews

You've never "glamped" like this before!! The Welcome Wagon is a real covered wagon located on a peaceful stretch of the beautiful Ocoee River & situated inside the private gates of Ocoee Riverside Farm. Whether you are looking for a waterside retreat or a fun-filled vacation, The Welcome Wagon is sure to fit the bill! Want to add more to your vacation? Consider our "Stay Here, Play Here" encounters which can be found right here on our website!

The space The wagons arrived to the farm in the fall of 2021 and have been awing our guests ever since! Take a step back in time to the 1800s when the American pioneers used wagons for everything from transporting large loads to moving families across the new world! While The Welcome Wagon is reminiscent of a much more primitive time in American history you will not have to go without modern-day luxuries. Your wagon is equipped with central heat and air, a king-size bed, a set of bunks, a wagon wheel table, and chairs, a two-door mini fridge/freezer, a convection microwave, a Keurig Duo, and luxury linens. We also provide guests with a starter supply of disposable plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery. The one feature that sets the Welcome Wagon apart from our other two wagons is the full bath located INSIDE the wagon. Thats right! Your wagon bathroom includes a full-size shower, single sink, and vanity, as well as a standard flush toilet. Should you have use of a second bathroom during your stay (popular among guests traveling with teenagers or those coming for events such as weddings) it can be added for a one-time fee of $20. This additional full-size private bath is located in our riverfront bathhouse just a few steps away from the wagon. It is fully climate controlled and offers a vintage replica high tank toilet, copper pot basin, heat lamp, and... for a touch of "modern" you have a Bluetooth speaker above the shower so you can listen to your favorite tunes while you wash your worries away. It offers its own supply of travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. Outside we have also outfitted your campsite with a stone-ring fire pit surrounded by 4 wagon wheels chairs and we've provided everything you need for roasting hot dogs, grilling sandwiches, or making smores over the open campfire. Your campsite is made complete with a picnic table, a charcoal grill, and a complete set of cast iron cookware. Prefer a gas grill? We have that as well. Just head next door to the Ocoee Bath House Deck and Grill where you will find a gas grill, grilling utensils, and additional seating looking out over the river.

Some special spaces on the farm, for the common enjoyment of all of our guests, include our Riverfront and Swan Pond Gazebos, the children's log cabin playhouse, as well as our playground located across from the covered wagons. Our boat ramp, located at the end of the main driveway, offers easy access to the river should you decide to take a cool dip or splash around with the kids.

Guest access Ocoee Riverside Farm is a 30-acre riverfront farm located in the small town of Benton, Tennessee. As our guest, you will come to realize that we really do offer a 'Stay Here, Play Here' environment! We do this though a host of guest activities we call farm "Encounters". Some of our encounters include Farm Tours, Sloth and Kangaroo Encounters, Horseback Riding, Pony Rides, and Camel Rides. Yes, you read that right. Camels, sloths and kangaroos are just some of the over 100 animals that call Ocoee Riverside Farm home!

**PLEASE NOTE … WE DO NOT RUN ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS ON SUNDAY. ADDITIONALLY, WE CAN NOT GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY OF ENCOUNTERS DURING YOUR STAY. FOR THIS REASON IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU CHECK AVAILABILITY OF ENCOUNTERS PRIOR TO BOOKING YOUR LODGING AND THEN RESERVE YOUR ENCOUNTERS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING RECEIPT OF YOUR DISCOUNT CODE. THIS CODE COMES TO YOU INSIDE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE WITHIN 5-MINUTES OF BOOKING YOUR LODGING AND IS GOOD TOWARD MOST ENCOUNTERS.**

EV Charging

EV Charging is available at at cost of $20/single charge and $35 unlimited. There may be occasions where more than one guest has paid for charging in which case the charger is shared but this has never been an issue for anyone.

Returning Guest Discounts

We offer a 10% “Returning Guest Discount” to guests returning to stay in the same accommodation on the farm as previously stayed in. A 5% discount is offered to guests returning to the farm and staying in a different accommodation. Guests MUST reach out to us for a discount code PRIOR to booking. We cannot apply the discount after you have already booked.

Other things to note Did you know that we can host your event or large family gathering? Here on the farm we offer a total of 8 different Airbnb accomodations that sleep a total of 37 guests. The nightly rate is reduced by 10% on all accommodations when simultaneously renting at least 3 accommodations (excluding The Glampsite) for a period of at least 3 consecutive nights, and reduced by 15% when renting out ALL lodging spaces for the same period.

  • "The Band Wagon @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 4
  • "The Barn Loft @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 3
  • "The Camel Condo @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 10 *(+2)
  • "The Chuck Wagon @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 4
  • "The Glampsite @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 2
  • "The Guest Room @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 4
  • "The Riverside Cabin @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 6 *(+1)
  • "The Welcome Wagon @ Ocoee Riverside Farm" - Sleeps 4

*Denotes pack-n-play(s) provided for additional infant guest(s)

CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellation requests must be made via email. Cancellations requested more than 30-days prior to check-in will be refunded at 95%. Cancellations made less than 30-days prior to check-in but more than 14-days prior will be refunded at 50%. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 14-days prior to the scheduled check-in. For bookings made less than 30-days prior to check-in a 95% refund will still be offered for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking.

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  • Jan 1 – 5
  • Mar 21 – Apr 6
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  • Aug 28 – Sep 1
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  • Nov 26 – 29
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$204.00 for 4 guests

$199.00 for 3 guests

$194.00 for 1-2 guests

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  • Jan 26 – 30
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$159.00 for 4 guests

$154.00 for 3 guests

$149.00 for 1-2 guests

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$174.00 for 4 guests

$169.00 for 3 guests

$164.00 for 1-2 guests

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$189.00 for 4 guests

$184.00 for 3 guests

$179.00 for 1-2 guests

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$174.00 for 4 guests

$169.00 for 3 guests

$164.00 for 1-2 guests

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  • Jul 27 – 31
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  • Aug 10 – 14
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  • Aug 24 – 27

$189.00 for 4 guests

$184.00 for 3 guests

$179.00 for 1-2 guests

High Weekend

  • May 30 – 31
  • Jun 6 – 7
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  • Jul 18 – 19
  • Jul 25 – 26
  • Aug 1 – 2
  • Aug 8 – 9
  • Aug 15 – 16
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$204.00 for 4 guests

$199.00 for 3 guests

$194.00 for 1-2 guests

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Fran Siegwardt

139 days ago

I surprised my hubby w/The Welcome Wagon 2 night stay. We could not have had a better stay. The wagon is super nice- everything we needed. We didn’t need to use AC/Heat, it was comfortable. Bonus it rained the 2nd night and the sound of rain hitting the canvas, lulled us to sleep. We did 2 animal encounters- Baby Kangaroo Josey and Rosey bottle feed and Baby Sloth Zoey snuggles. Totally worth it!!! I loved baby Zoey so much I teared up, she hung on tight and nuzzled her head into our necks. 😍😍😍 Needless to say- We will be back!! Thanks to John/Donna for offering these amazing memories! 🥰

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Faye Grubb

161 days ago

So peaceful and loved watching the animals. Loved the encounters.

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Sharon Garrison

225 days ago

Super fun and loved all the experiences. This was the coolest and most nice place ever! Grace and Ali John and Donna sure did this place up right!! The place is beautiful and laid out so nice. We stayed in the Welcome Wagon and sure it made lasting memories for our two granddaughters. Even the girls went on and on about how John was so good explaining about the animals. Such a good variety of exotic animals and we were even able to hold them. We did the horseback riding and the farm/ animal encounter. I would recommend both. Nice ramp to bring a tube and float down the river or just get in for a dip!! Or just rest and relax!!! Thanks John and Donna for helping us make such fun memories!! Jim and Sharon.

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Brian M Neeley

367 days ago

Very relaxing environment to unwind and unplug from every day life

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Carrie Disher

371 days ago

A fun farm filled adventure for the entire family! The wagons were so wonderful and had everything we needed. Very clean and the farm tour was excellent! Highlight of the trip was Tom the turkey who visited us all during our stay! Complete unique experience I’d recommend to anyone!

Benton, TN 37307

Benton, TN 37307

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Ocoee Riverside Farm

An exotic animal farm featuring unique lodging and unforgettable experiences!