Beach glamping in North Carolina
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, your adventure is waiting.
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Mountaintop Fantasy
4 sites · Lodging8 acres · Cullowhee, NC
Selected by Outside Magazine as their Favorite Hipcamp in North Carolina and a Hipcamp Finalist in N.C. 2020, 2021, and 2022 and runner up best treehouse in 2023, you can choose among three separate and memorable experiences in our 8 acre compound: 1) a woodsy, peaceful glamping experience with million dollar views in an 6 person tent;; 2) a glampingTreehouse with W/C; and 3) the newly built 2BR 1 1/2 BA private annex to our house. Each can be all yours - this is not a commercial campground.
Explore the innumerable trails and waterfalls of the Smokies; fish in the
Lake or numerous rivers and streams; swim in the Lake and at the sand beach down the road; rent a pontoon boat; travel the Blue Ridge Parkway; enjoy the shopping and restaurants of nearby Cashiers and Highlands.
Or just chill out. These are truly unique high altitude sites with amenities you won't find elsewhere.
Both are in a gated "subdivision" that has 60 lots but only 8 houses - the rest is woods and the only place in your vicinity is our cabin.
With unmatched mountain and western views, if you like the great outdoors on the mountain and in the woods,
This is the place for you and your family.
If you like a more camping style with tent (provided), covered camp kitchen, table and firepit ( along with the uncovered ones) check out Smoky Mountain High. Don't like tents? No problem. Check out our Treehouse with kitchen, bunks, grill, cooktop, heaters, W/C and more. Prefer indoor rustic luxury? The Glenville Aerie (4100') is a fully furnished, annex we built for our family, guests and friends who value their privacy.
Walkie-talkies to facilitate mountain communications. Board games too.
Access to our dock, canoes and kayak? Yep. Adult life preservers provided. Secret nature trail to our kids playground and trampoline. Hammock, kid's swing, hanging chair and dining for 6. Visit with Jake the Cat and our chickens.
This area is truly one of a kind spiritual respite.
These mountains are justly known for hiking, fishing, water sports, chilling out and forgetting about the Virus, politics and the nuisances of the workaday world. Our goal is to provide you and your family with an unforgettable and magical N.C. mountain experience, while reducing your blood pressure.
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La Finca
1 site · Lodging11 acres · Fayetteville, NC
Enjoy upscale country camping in a oak and pine forest visited by free-ranging chickens. Learn more about this land:Please read the Rules before you reserve for more than 2 people or for your dog. Enjoy upscale camping in a private forest. Includes a private bathroom, two hammocks, charcoal and propane grills, outdoor table, fire pit, a Japanese comfortable bed, a tent on the bed to provide coziness and warmth with LED lights. It come with linens, towels, pillows comforter and a blanket. It has a small microwave and electric cooler. The price includes ice, firewood, charcoal and propane.
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Wilmington/Beach Base Camp
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Wilmington, NC
We are centrally located in the Wilmington area with easy access to Topsail, Wrightsville, Carolina and Kure Beaches, and a 15 minute drive to downtown Wilmington. Our RV is on our property and with everything you need to enjoy your stay! We offer a queen bed, converts to couch, kitchen with 3 burner stove, microwave, huge fridge with freezer, shower, smart TV and more.
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Cypress Cove Retreat
22 sites · Lodging14 acres · Harrellsville, NC
We want to share our slice of the Chowan River with those who will respect fellow campers as well as wildlife.
We have a hobby farm which includes goats, chickens and ducks as well as our guard dog, Bailey (Great Pyrenees) and some country cats.
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Book with this link: https://app.fireflyreservations.com/kiosk/property/CypressCoveRetreat
We have a boat ramp for small boats, beach has pier to fish, swimming in the river, peaceful getaway you won’t want to leave. Full hookups as well as primitive land with well water faucet if you need water also dump station access. Overnight as well as long term stays are welcome.
Primitive tent sites on the beach. Call office for details. 757.803.8496
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Wild Horse Preserve At Grayce Wynds
1 site · Lodging30 acres · Supply, NC
We are a horse farm with a petting zoo. People tour our farm to meet and to learn about horses from wild herds in the Eastern United States. We also have a Wild Horse Village with a Jailhouse, Saloon, Chapel, Mercantile, Schoolhouse, and Bunkhouse. The Saloon is a snack bar. The Bunkhouse sleeps a family of four comfortably. We also have campsites for both tents and RVs with outdoor potty facilities and an outdoor shower. We are less than two miles from Holden Beach so you will be staying on a beach horse farm. We are 30 acres of beauty and serenity.
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Sunset Beach Getaway (Trailer)
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Ocean Isle Beach, NC
I'm a New Yorker who fell in love with Sunset Beach. I found this old trailer just 2 miles away from the beach and decided to give it a facelift with a gut reno.Ample outdoor space and cozy rooms decorated with richly pigmented artworks with a mix of antique and modern furniture (from my travels near and far) inside/outside are reminiscent of a bygone era. Also offering the camaraderie of outdoor activities with the ability to retreat to your own. This vintage trailer home dating back to 1930 has been fully restored and updated to form a unique space for gatherings, celebrations, and collaborations.Learn more about this land:I'm a New Yorker who fell in love with Sunset Beach. I found this old trailer just 2 miles away from the beach and decided to give it a facelift with a gut reno.Ample outdoor space and cozy rooms decorated with richly pigmented artworks with a mix of antique and modern furniture (from my travels near and far) inside/outside are reminiscent of a bygone era. Also offering the camaraderie of outdoor activities with the ability to retreat to your own. This vintage trailer home dating back to 1930 has been fully restored and updated to form a unique space for gatherings, celebrations, and collaborations.SpaceRooms are comfortable, minimalist decor containing eastern artwork and, vintage paintings. Stored in the closet extra linens, pillows and blankets. The bathroom supply closet has extra necessities.
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Sacred Roots
2 sites · Lodging1 acres · Rosman, NC
A sublime place where art and the natural world collide. Start your morning enjoying coffee on the patio among the trees, completely immersed in nature. Relax by the garden after a long day of exploring or take a spin around the lake in one of our rented kayaks. (A waiver will be required for all boat use.) The fire pit is a perfect way to end the day with stories, music, and laughter while the stars shine down upon you.
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Enchanting and unique cottage on 1.5 acres, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains just 20 minutes outside of charming Brevard. A perfect getaway for outdoor enthusiasts or anyone seeking tranquil solitude. Beautiful, wooded property with gardens, creative art, screened-in porch, patio, fire pits, and an 11-acre lake for kayaking, swimming, fishing, and exploring. Two kayaks are available for 150.00 or stand up paddleboards for 150.00 for the duration of your stay. A liability waiver is required for all boat use. The foothills trail, hiking, biking, and waterfalls are all within minutes of the property.
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September availability on Ocracoke
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Ocracoke, NC
Ocracoke is a North Carolina Island is known as the ultimate secluded family vacation destination in the state !! There is so much that the island has to offer. Not only are there swimming beaches and beaches that you can drive (with a permit), but there are also lovely areas for Kayaking and fishing !!
The Grey Pearl is an original 1934's Cottage located in the heart of the Village of Ocracoke. This lovely island 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath cottage offers a quiet respite after a fun filled day at the beach and out exploring. With its central location you can literally walk or bike to everything you need !
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Secluded Mountain Tiny Home & Barn
4 sites · Lodging30 acres · Hot Springs, NC
When you go to sleep, there's no light except the moon and stars, no refrigerator or central heating or air conditioning noise -- only the sounds of nature -- the stream, crickets or frogs in the nearby pond, dogs or coyotes in the distance. Without the glow of a nearby city, the hot tub on a clear night, the skies are dazzling.
Speaking of which, the wood-fired hot tub is made by a company called Snorkel. It's perfect for 2 and can fit 3, although tight. It's Japanese style hot tub bathing, meaning no chemicals. Also, since we're not grid tied, it relies on a firebox heating fresh spring water, which you fill it with. It takes approx. 35 minutes to fill the tub and between 3 and 3.5 hours to heat (longer when it's really cold!). There's a thermometer in it, so as it gets closer to your liking (don't let it get over 102 degrees), let the existing logs burn down, choke off the air vent sleeve and hop in. With no pump sounds and the stars above, it's incomparable. The $50 fee (per 2 night rentals) covers thorough cleaning between guests and split firewood.
You will be very comfortable in Little Good Egg, even in extreme weather, simply by paying attention and taking more time for simple tasks. It sounds corny, but there is a meditative quality to thinking and doing things like heating water, keeping warm, staying hydrated, eating well and choosing to do what you really want. I'm always amazed how busy I am -- and how different this kind of busy feels -- without electronics and my technological "time savers." Odd as it sounds to say this, it's stunning and wonderful to go "offline," even for just a day, and not get hit by little chirps and incoming messages that seem to arrive now 24/7.
Note: Since we opened in October, 2014, guest reviews consistently tell us us best thing about staying at Good Egg is being off the grid and the treadmill of modern life, unplugging from the dominant culture and experiencing oneself as humans did 100 years ago and more.
Whether it’s the absence of electricity (in the cabin), the quiet of the country, no city glow in the night sky, or the once common experience of the natural world dominating over human-made or human-crafted things, it’s astonishing for many of us to see and feel and experience without constant communications via text and email and the distractions of modern life. Many people write that they’ve learned an enormous amount about themselves, about homesteading or permaculture, and about alternate ways of being.
This Spring (2016), we’ve increased the price a bit reflect more accurately our costs to maintain and improve the buildings & the property as well as carefully and lovingly transitioning it between guests.
WARNING: Under North Carolina law, there is no liability for an injury to or death of a participant in an agritourism activity conducted at this agritourism location if such injury or death results from the inherent risks of the agritourism activity. Inherent risks of agritourism activities include, among others, risks of injury inherent to land, equipment, and animals, as well as the potential for you to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to your injury or death. You are assuming the risk of participating in this agritourism activity.” N.C.G.S. § 99E-32(b).
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Beach glamping in North Carolina guide
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Camping in North Carolina just got a whole lot fancier! Hipcamp offers over 500 options for glamping on the beach, complete with stunning ocean views and luxurious amenities. With options as low as $20 and an average price per night of $95, you're sure to find the perfect spot to fit your budget. The top campsites, including Starlight Hills (627 reviews), Dark Ridge Hide Out (422 reviews), and Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), have been vetted by fellow campers and are sure to exceed your expectations. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and campfires while engaging in activities such as swimming, exploring historic sites, and hiking. Book your dream glamping experience now!
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