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The Meadow At Stone Soup

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· New Castle, Craig, Virginia

20 acres hosted by Justin V.

1 RV/tent site

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Welcome to your peaceful retreat nestled in the scenic mountains of Craig County, Virginia. Our 20-acre property offers a private escape surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Jefferson National Forest. Immerse yourself in nature as you listen to the soothing sounds of Barbours Creek, providing a serene backdrop to your getaway. With the vast expanse of the Jefferson National Forest right at your doorstep, the possibilities for adventure are endless. Explore the network of hiking trails that wind through the forest, offering opportunities to discover hidden waterfalls, lush forests, and panoramic vistas. For the more adventurous, embark on a climb up the cliffs or venture out onto the Pots Mountain jeep trails for an adrenaline-filled excursion. Enjoy the best kayaking in the state of Virginia on Craig County's John's Creek, Craig's Creek, Barbours Creek, and Sinking Creek. After a day of outdoor exploration, retreat to the tranquility of your private oasis, where you can relax and unwind amidst the natural beauty that surrounds you. Whether you prefer to lounge by the fire, sip a cup of coffee while taking in the mountain views, or stargaze under the clear night sky, our peaceful getaway offers the perfect setting for relaxation and rejuvenation. Conveniently located just 7 miles from the historic town of New Castle, you'll have easy access to charming shops, restaurants, and historic sites to explore. 5.2 miles from the Fenwick Mines day use recreational area were you'll find hiking, fishing, and other recreational activities. Additionally, the nearby towns of Covington and Salem are within a short drive, offering additional dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and discover the tranquility of our mountain retreat. Whether you seek adventure in the great outdoors or simply wish to relax and recharge, our peaceful getaway provides the ideal setting for your next vacation.The Fire Pit at Stone Soup is the perfect getaway spot for the outdoors enthusiasts who don't want to share the camping experience with neighbors. The site is located just off the paved road with easy access for most passenger vehicles. You could pull in a small camper if you like. There is a large fire pit, a small fire pit, a small picnic shelter, picnic tables, and a charcoal grill. Fire wood is included with your booking. Located right in the middle of 20 acres of private land that borders endless national forest lands. There is public access to nearby Barbours Creek just a short drive down the road. You can wash at the public creek access if desired. There is a composting toilet available on site. Couples mountain bike rentals are now available in the Extras.

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16 ratings · 16 reviews

Riley D.recommends

November 24, 2024

The Fire Pit At Stone Soup

Justin is very friendly and accommodating! He even brought us extra firewood when we were low

David M.recommends

November 11, 2024

The Fire Pit At Stone Soup

The spot was awesome. There are two different fire pits, a larger one that looks like it could accommodate a much larger fire and much bigger group, as well as a smaller, more modest one that was perfect for our two-man crew. There’s a little picnic shelter as well and the picnic tables were nice and clean. Almost looked like Justin maybe pressure washed them or something. There was a nice flat area for our tent and we were able to back our cars right up to the camp site. The little potty house was very clean as well and had a roll of toilet paper in a ziplock inside the sawdust bucket. Justin swung by the site during our visit to introduce himself and see if we needed anything and was a great host. Firewood was already onsite. There are also a few trails to explore and the town of New Castle is maybe 15 minutes away where we were able to pick up some extra ice. Pine top restaurant also had some yummy food and was the perfect meeting place for lunch after the long drive before we headed to the camp site. It wasn’t an issue for us really, but others may wish to be aware that the site is conveniently located just off of a mountain road so there’s a bit of road noise that will reach the camp, but as long as that’s not some sort of deal-breaker for you, I can say you won’t be disappointed if you book with Justin!

Dylan D.recommends

November 3, 2024

The Fire Pit At Stone Soup

Really loved tent camping on Justin’s land. Very peaceful and nice area. Perfect for a relaxing weekend get a way.

Cliff H.recommends

October 27, 2024

The Fire Pit At Stone Soup

Took our 25 yo popup for our maiden trip this week. Fall camping is the best. Once again Justin we appreciate youhaving us up. Clean campsite that our dogs love running around on.

Mike C.recommends

October 23, 2024

The Fire Pit At Stone Soup

Great campsite

Justin was a great host they supplied all the fire wood we needed. It was a wonderful campsite boarding the national forest. Not far from Newcastle, a small town fun to explore also, close to state and county parks. We enjoy visiting. Would highly recommend and will definitely be visiting next fall.

Eden P.recommends

October 20, 2024

The Fire Pit At Stone Soup

Great Base Camp for Triple Crown

Our group of four adults was tackling the Triple Crown over a 3-day weekend and made The Meadow at Stone Soup our base camp for our adventure. The site was about 30 minutes from the trailheads for Tinker Cliffs, McAfee Knob, and Dragons Tooth, and the private campsite setting was a great alternative to the larger campgrounds in the area (no noise/interruptions from other groups, just occasional passing vehicles on the nearby road). The covered picnic tables were a good amenity in case of weather, although it was clear the weekend we visited, and the provided firewood and dual fire pits were well-used for morning and evening campfires. The site was well-suited to our combination of tent and hammock campers, and the composting toilet was the cleanest latrine I have ever seen at a non-plumbed campsite. With no running water, we did have to bring drinking water and make a quick daily stop by the local creek to fill our fire bucket, but this was easy to accommodate. The property had a number of trails that we didn’t really get a chance to explore, but the adjacent larger clearing was ideal for stargazing and we saw a Starlink train, comet, wisps of the Milky Way, and numerous satellites on our clear evenings. Justin was a great host and provided communications before arrival and during our visit, including providing additional firewood when we used the initial supply. We would definitely recommend the site for anyone looking for a base camp outside the crowds in this area.

Location

New Castle, Craig, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking