Tentrr
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Camping, Outdoor recreation, Rental platform |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Founder | Michael D'Agostino |
| Headquarters | Oneonta, New York , United States |
Area served | United States (43 states) |
| Products | Glamping campsite rentals |
Tentrr was an American glamping rental platform launched in 2015 by Michael D'Agostino, who previously worked as an investment banker at the New York Stock Exchange. Motivated by unsatisfactory camping trips, D'Agostino created Tentrr to offer rental access to secluded campsites situated on private properties, initially concentrating on areas near Delaware County, New York. At its height, Tentrr managed more than 1,000 locations spanning 43 states and branded itself as the "Airbnb of camping."
History
The campsites provided by Tentrr included wooden decks, chemical toilets, storage containers, and canvas tents, while guests were responsible for bringing their own firewood and bedding. The company featured both fully outfitted campsites and simpler "back-country" options, with many sites allowing pets. Private landowners hosting these sites were known as "CampKeepers."
In 2018, Tentrr opened a production facility in Oneonta, New York, dedicated to manufacturing tent platforms and related gear to support its rental inventory. Additionally, the company operated marketing offices located in Kingston (NY), Stroudsburg (PA), and Saco (ME).
The company grew by collaborating with state park systems beginning in Louisiana and later expanding to New York and Maine in 2021, incorporating its glamping concept into public lands to extend its market presence.
During the COVID-19 pandemic (2020–2021), Tentrr experienced a significant increase in demand, fueling rapid expansion. Nonetheless, the business encountered numerous customer service issues and earned the lowest possible rating from the Better Business Bureau.
In January 2023, Tentrr sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, attributing financial difficulties to overexpansion during the pandemic period coupled with declining demand that affected cash flow. The bankruptcy filing was intended to facilitate renegotiation of an equipment lease agreement with Farnam Street Financial. By December 2023, the case transitioned to Chapter 7 liquidation.