I don't think the light(or lack of it) would bother me, but I'm right with you on all the other stuff. I know it's just a fabric shell, but the city girl inside of me takes comfort in that barrier from the critters that roam in the night.NO way! I am too sensitive to lights, sounds and chilly temps to even think of not sleeping in a tent. I think I'd freak out about bugs and animals a bit too much too. LOL