With standalone tiny cabins ensconced in nature, Getaway makes for an ideal socially distant stay — here's what I loved about my trip, plus key tips to consider

My friend and I rented a car and hopped on the road on a Friday in June to reach our Getaway cabin. As darkness fell, the mountains in the distance began to disappear into the night sky, and the lack of streetlights made it difficult to make out any numbers or landmarks.

We swung into what we thought was the driveway to our cabin, only to realize we were still a mile away. Thankfully, the company sent a lengthy text message earlier with a detailed explanation of how to find the actual driveway.

We continued down the road for about 10 more minutes, and after looking at the map provided, we pulled up to our cabin, named 'Vicki.' Getaway cabins are adorably named after the grandparents of staff members.

However, hiccup number two happened then, as we couldn't seem to unlock the cabin door using the key code provided via text message.

Luckily, Getaway Outposts do have limited cell service, though they don't offer Wi-Fi. I called customer service, which is conveniently available 24/7, and was guided to a spare key that was easy to find, as well as an updated key code.

Despite the small challenges (I highly suggest arriving during daylight), customer service was super helpful.

When we were finally settled in our cabin, we were a bit surprised by how small it actually felt. It might be a better option for a romantic getaway rather than a couple of girlfriends. But we were also excited by the look of the Queen-sized bed covered in cozy white linens, as well as the full-service bathroom, all tucked away in the middle of the woods. There were no people, city lights, or sirens within earshot.

Inside, Vicky was adorable.

The light pine interior created a rustic yet modern atmosphere, and the one huge floor-to-ceiling window managed to make the small space feel anything but claustrophobic. The window overlooked our campsite and into the woods, with no other sign of civilization. As we arrived at night, I already felt a pang of excitement to wake up in the morning and see the view in the daylight — and it did not disappoint.

The kitchenette had everything needed for a weekend stay including a roomy sink, small retro-style refrigerator, utensils, dishes, mugs, cooking supplies, and even a bottle opener and corkscrew.

There was also a limited selection of food and snacks, or "Provisions." Salt, pepper, olive oil, coffee creamer, and sugar are all complimentary, while other items such as coffee, tea, oatmeal, soup, pasta, and cookies, are available for a small fee (nothing more than $10).

You'll definitely want to pick up groceries beforehand if you're planning to cook on-site though, as the supplies are still pretty limited.

I was pleasantly surprised by the bathroom, which was fully integrated into the cabin. With a toilet, toilet paper, and shower with good water pressure, it didn't feel like we were "roughing it."

Even the shampoo and soap by Pharmacopia was a nice addition. Having access to a working bathroom in the middle of the woods is really what sets Getaway apart from typical camping, glamping, or even car camping.

The downsides, however, were that there was no bathroom sink or mirror. This felt inconvenient, especially as someone wears contacts and maintains a dedicated skincare regimen.

After some hunting, though, I found a small mirror in a kitchen cabinet. Pro tip: Prop it up above the kitchen sink, and you can take care of your own routine with ease.

The cabin also had a small built-in table and chairs, but the best part, by far, was the bed.

It was a luxurious Queen-sized bed, tucked into the corner of the cabin under the huge window, covered in soft white sheets, pillows, and a fluffy bedspread. This was one case where Instagram actually matched reality.

Before climbing into bed, we chose to build a campfire with the provided materials, though they incur additional fees for logs ($6.50 for a bundle), kindling ($2), and a lighter.

As we settled in to exchange stories across the crackling campfire, we quickly realized we weren't the only ones enjoying the cool evening.

Our neighbors in the cabin about 150 feet away were blasting music on their car stereo akin to a college fraternity party. They also built a huge bonfire that we kept a watchful eye on, fearful it might grow so big that an errant flame would escape into the surrounding trees.

The Getaway welcome guide requests that guests respect "quiet time" from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. and to keep fires knee-high or lower, so we could have called customer service, but we opted not to as the noise was no longer noticeable when we were ready to go to bed.

Inside, it was peaceful and quiet and I settled into the comfy bed for one of my best nights' sleep in a long time.

Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would gladly return to this or another Getaway location. The Catskills East Getaway location has 40 two-person cabins with one Queen-sized bed, as well as 10 four-person cabins with two Queen beds — one is lofted above the other, bunk bed-style.

The cabins range from 140-200 square feet, and the price depends on the day of the week; weekdays are less expensive.

While our rate was comped for review, pricing starts at $99 per night for a one-bed cabin at Getaway Outposts around the country. At Catskills East, the average price seems to be $179 per night during the summer months, reaching up to $349 per night on some popular weekends.

In the off-season, prices begin at $129 per night. Based on website searches, the Getaway Outposts in Texas or Ohio, are significantly less expensive than the New York Getaways. Outside Houston, for example, prices don't seem to climb above $249 per night even on summer weekends. Note that if you want to bring a furry friend (dogs only), it'll set you back another $40.

While I'd love to return, I'm not sure I'd pay more than $300 per night, due to the small size of the cabin and lack of on-site amenities. That said, splitting the bill with a significant other or a friend, makes a price of $250 or less per night feel more than reasonable.

Each Getaway cabin comes with the use of an outdoor firepit, surrounded by a picnic table and Adirondack chairs.

As mentioned, log bundles, a lighter, and kindling logs are also standing by in a chest, ready for duty, but the log bundle will run you $6.50, while a kindling log is $2.

Other than the firepit, the campground doesn't offer any other activities or amenities.