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The Batesville Sweet Spot

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· Afton, Albemarle, Virginia

100 acres hosted by Margaret H.

2 RV/tent sites

MARGARET is a Star Host

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Private sites

100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Near Shenandoah National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Rockfish Gap Fee Office.

Enjoy 100 acres of mature hardwoods, meadows, ponds, and a small stream, the headwaters of the Mechums River. We recognize it as the ancestral lands of the Monacan Indian Nation, a Siouan-speaking tribe of Virginia's Piedmont and mountain regions. We welcome all people to enjoy the land we have been privileged to inhabit for the past fifty years. The property is under a conservation easement with The Nature Conservancy and has a recently installed 5-acre wildflower meadow and 1,000 newly planted trees. Fifty acres are mature hardwood forests. Our two Hipcamp sites offer absolute privacy and quiet on 100 acres of open meadows, forests, a small stream, and two ponds. The barn has water and electricity so that you can recharge your phone. Enjoy bird watching, fire-gazing, bicycling, and hiking our many trails. Firewood is provided at no extra charge. Fires are allowed, weather permitting. HIpcampers will be notified if there is a no-burn policy. One pond features a sandy beach, a mud kitchen for the little ones, a dock, two kayaks, two canoes, and an island complete with a hammock! On starry nights, paddle to the floating dock for excellent stargazing. Both ponds are stocked. LOCATION: DETAILS OF TWO CAMPING SITES The two sites are separate from one another, located at different ends of the property. If you are deciding which campsite to choose, here are a few things to consider: Both sites are private, quiet, and within walking distance of a pond or swimming hole, but offer different advantages. WIFI is unreliable at either site but available at the barn, closest to the RIDGE. THE RIDGE CAMPSITE This is a true gem of a campground, with a mature hardwood forest on an incredibly situated ridgeline running north-south. The walking paths around the property are splendid, with signs of native wildlife, including turkey, deer, beaver, piliated woodpecker, and much more. It offers an easy drive right into. The outhouse is a close walk from your campsite—an open meadow on a ridge surrounded by forest and a 5-minute walk to the pond. It is best for groups of 10 and under. It has a fire pit, a picnic table, and a hammock. We welcome families but no large groups. THE RIVER CAMPSITE is a larger open meadow beside a small stream, suited for small and larger groups (up to 10). We welcome several families but no larger groups. A refreshing swimming hole is a short walk away; the pond is a longer walk. CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT DETAILS - Check-in is available after 4 pm; Exceptions can often be made. Please inquire. - Check-out time is 4:00 pm. GENERAL LOCATION To find We are located off a country gravel road at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, two miles from The Batesville Market, where you can pick up gourmet fare and hear live music most Saturday nights. NEARBY SIGHTSEEING AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES We are within half an hour's driving distance of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Crozet Tunnel, the Shenandoah National Park, Charlottesville, Waynesboro, and Staunton (and its famous Blackfriar Theater). Numerous vineyards, breweries, and distilleries dot the countryside in this area. We would love to share it with you!

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

Lake

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

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68 ratings · 55 reviews

Brian W.recommends

September 16, 2024

Riverside Circle

The riverside campsite was a great stay, very private and cozy. The owner's family delivered firewood after the first night and I was happy to hear more about the property's history.

Christopher L.recommends

September 15, 2024

Mountain Ridge Site

Beautiful Site

My friend, dog, and I had an amazing time at Margaret’s Mountain Ridge Site! Very private with a fire pit, and access to a beautiful pond stocked with some Bass for a fun time fishing.

Rob O.recommends

September 8, 2024

Mountain Ridge Site

Perfect again!

We have celebrated our daughter's birthday campout here for 4 years running and it never disappoints! Margaret and Rick are wonderful hosts and the camp site is perfect!

Oliver And Jessica K.recommends

September 3, 2024

Mountain Ridge Site

We had an incredible stay at the Ridge Site at Batesville Sweet Spot! Margaret and Rick were incredibly kind and welcoming, and we were impressed by the thoughtful touches they put into the campsite. We enjoyed cooking on the campfire every night, hiking on the extensive trails throughout the property, and relaxing in the hammock. The outhouses were clean and well-stocked. This campsite is perfect if you are looking for privacy & peace while still being close to wineries, breweries, and having some comforts! Thank you Margaret and Rick - we hope we will be back soon

Trez H.recommends

August 15, 2024

Riverside Circle

Beautiful setting, even with damage from tropical storm Debby. We weren’t yet able to use the ponds but wading in the stream was very refreshing! Appreciated the communication and care of hosts as well about what to expect after the storm and how quickly they would get everything back in order. Only thing to note, if you have an allergy there are a lot of bee’s. But over all it was a very nice stay :-)

Clara V.recommends

August 6, 2024

Riverside Circle

Ponds, falls and shooting stars!

What a magical time we had! Margaret and her family were the sweetest. I arrived after dark and her hubby and grandson showed me to the site and even started my campfire for the night! It was cloudy but the sky cleared and I awoke to see a sky full of constellations and even a shooting star. Wow! In the morning we went exploring. So much to see! We walked to the ridge site, and then to the pond, where we swam. After we walked the creek from our site up to the waterfall. So cool! Then we went back for a snack and then back to the pond for swimming and relaxing in the hammock on Beaverdam Isle. Highly recommend staying at this magical place. Also in case you were wondering who the “we” were - it was me and my two doggos, who had the time of their lives! Thanks Margaret

Location

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