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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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Blue Ridge Little Red Barn

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Elk Park, NC

Come enjoy our cute yet spacious "little red barn" on the back of our property. It sits at the top of a hill with a beautiful view just 5 miles to Beech Mountain and less than 30 minutes to Boone or Banner Elk. Let the sound of the creek below sooth you as you admire the changing leaves. It's a "glamping light" setup with electricity, potable water at the camp sink just outside, a propane grill/stove top, air conditioning and ceiling fan, a camp commode. Sleeps 3 easily with double futon/twin bed bunk.

Creag Creek Farm

4 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Bakersville, NC

A high elevation working farm with a cabin (sleeps up to 8), barn with hayloft and tent sites for rent by individuals and small groups. Located at 3,500 feet in elevation on north flank of Roan Mountain.Three miles from the Appalachian Trail, five miles to Buladean, North Carolina and a 40-minute drive to Carvers Gap, our 18-acre, high elevation, wooded and meadowed Christmas tree farm is a wonderful jumping-off point for some of the best hiking, apple picking, and bird watching the Southeast has to offer. Unplug during your stay while you soak in the mountain views, peaceful sunsets, and local wildlife. Our guests love staying here: "Loved it. A thoroughly beautiful building in an equally beautiful location. It had everything we needed and more. We'd planned to use the cabin as a base to go hiking from but it was so beautiful there that we ended up not leaving for the entire time - we just stayed and watched the hummingbirds on the balcony. Will look forward to returning."

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Almost Home for Arabians in the App

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres · Franklin, NC

Bailey's Last Stop Horse Hotel is the home to Project Almost Home for Arabians. We partner with an equine rescue to foster 3 to 4 horses while helping them find their forever home. There are 2 glamping sites available. One is a small furnished room in the barn with electricity, a fridge , microwave, a futon with a double mattress, and twin bed with an air mattress with bedding provided. There is a Portapotty and outdoor shower with heated water. The second site is a glamping tent on a platform, currently unfurnished in a small paddock by the barn. Electricity can be run to the site. There is a staircase leading back to the barn to access the Portapotty and outdoor shower which are shared between the 2 sites. Each site has a fire pit: There is a charcoal or wood burning grill. There is room in the paddock for extra tents. I also have stalls available to rent per night for those wanting to vacation with their horses. Chickens live on site with fresh eggs available. The property is located 10 minutes from downtown Franklin, NC which has a cute downtown, brewery, and is a stopping point for hikers on the Appalachian Trail. We are about an hour to the entrance to Great Smoky Mountain National Park. White water rafting is available within 30 minutes at Nantahala Gorge. Endless hiking, canoeing, waterfall viewing within 30 minutes.

Ever New Farm

1 site · Lodging14 acres · Weaverville, NC

Lovingly called the ‘Run in Shelter’: We turned an unused horse shelter commonly known as a run-in into a charming, rustic place to stay on our quintessential historic horse farm. Friends and family alike arrive and feel like they’ve come home. We hope you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend. The ‘Run in Shelter’ has a queen bed, TV, WiFi, a dry kitchen, and a path through an apple orchard to the shared bathhouse—a shared pool and gathering barn with a ping pong table and Foosball. We are an easy drive from the interstate- just five-plus minutes from the exit off HWY 26 for easy access to the country and just 25 minutes to Asheville, 12 minutes to Weaverville, 15 minutes to Mars Hill, and 20 minutes to Marshall. Ever New Farm is 14-acre horse farm with three guest cabins, a community pool, a gathering barn, and a main farmhouse, which the hosts live in.

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Winding Stair Campground

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Franklin, NC

Winding Stair Campground sits at an elevation of 3,880 feet, next to the headwaters of the Nantahala River and is surrounded by national forest and undeveloped private land trusts. The stunning mountain views in a remote tucked-away setting make our farm a perfect getaway! Just a 15-minute scenic drive from Franklin in North Carolina, easily accessible off Hwy 64, our campground offers a chance to enjoy nature without being far away from the public amenities of a small but well-equipped town. A few features about our property: - Working farm: Campers are welcome to meet our Icelandic sheep and take a self-guided tour of our farm, along designated pathways. - Security: The campground and farm are fenced in on three sides with the river being the fourth boundary. Personal code to the entrance gate will be given at check in. - Bath House: The restored bathhouse is split into boys’ and girls’ sides. Each side has 2 private showers, 4 flushing toilets, sinks, hot water, and gas heat. - Community Pavilion: The Pavilion is a large 40x30 ft. open sided structure overlooking the Nantahala River. It has an ample fireplace, running water sink, counter space, couches, and table with benches. - Pack Room: Where the adventure begins! A cozy hub where all guests check-in, get local information, view maps, and grab some local seasonal groceries. Also available to all campers are washing sinks with hot water, toaster oven and microwave. - Communication: Or rather, lack thereof! There's no cell service on the property so it's a great time to get away from it all. There is limited Wi-Fi available near the Pack Room and an emergency landline available. - Charging: Traveling in an electric vehicle? Recharge for free at our dedicated EV 50amp outlet when you stay at any of our sites. First come, first served. Want to know more about the history of the property? Visit the 'Our Story' section on our website. Learn more about this land:

Creag Creek Farm

4 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Bakersville, NC

A high elevation working farm with a cabin (sleeps up to 8), barn with hayloft and tent sites for rent by individuals and small groups. Located at 3,500 feet in elevation on north flank of Roan Mountain.Three miles from the Appalachian Trail, five miles to Buladean, North Carolina and a 40-minute drive to Carvers Gap, our 18-acre, high elevation, wooded and meadowed Christmas tree farm is a wonderful jumping-off point for some of the best hiking, apple picking, and bird watching the Southeast has to offer. Unplug during your stay while you soak in the mountain views, peaceful sunsets, and local wildlife. Our guests love staying here: "Loved it. A thoroughly beautiful building in an equally beautiful location. It had everything we needed and more. We'd planned to use the cabin as a base to go hiking from but it was so beautiful there that we ended up not leaving for the entire time - we just stayed and watched the hummingbirds on the balcony. Will look forward to returning."

Cool Creek Farm

5 sites · Lodging14 acres · Pittsboro, NC

Cool Creek Farm materialized in December 2017 after years of envisioning. It is now enthusiastically gardened and provides abundant, free-roaming living space to humans, 3 cats, 20+ chickens, goats, sheep, ducks and horses. More ideas are brewing...

Almost Home for Arabians in the App

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres · Franklin, NC

Bailey's Last Stop Horse Hotel is the home to Project Almost Home for Arabians. We partner with an equine rescue to foster 3 to 4 horses while helping them find their forever home. There are 2 glamping sites available. One is a small furnished room in the barn with electricity, a fridge , microwave, a futon with a double mattress, and twin bed with an air mattress with bedding provided. There is a Portapotty and outdoor shower with heated water. The second site is a glamping tent on a platform, currently unfurnished in a small paddock by the barn. Electricity can be run to the site. There is a staircase leading back to the barn to access the Portapotty and outdoor shower which are shared between the 2 sites. Each site has a fire pit: There is a charcoal or wood burning grill. There is room in the paddock for extra tents. I also have stalls available to rent per night for those wanting to vacation with their horses. Chickens live on site with fresh eggs available. The property is located 10 minutes from downtown Franklin, NC which has a cute downtown, brewery, and is a stopping point for hikers on the Appalachian Trail. We are about an hour to the entrance to Great Smoky Mountain National Park. White water rafting is available within 30 minutes at Nantahala Gorge. Endless hiking, canoeing, waterfall viewing within 30 minutes.

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).

Blue Ridge Little Red Barn

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Elk Park, NC

Come enjoy our cute yet spacious "little red barn" on the back of our property. It sits at the top of a hill with a beautiful view just 5 miles to Beech Mountain and less than 30 minutes to Boone or Banner Elk. Let the sound of the creek below sooth you as you admire the changing leaves. It's a "glamping light" setup with electricity, potable water at the camp sink just outside, a propane grill/stove top, air conditioning and ceiling fan, a camp commode. Sleeps 3 easily with double futon/twin bed bunk.

Ever New Farm

1 site · Lodging14 acres · Weaverville, NC

Lovingly called the ‘Run in Shelter’: We turned an unused horse shelter commonly known as a run-in into a charming, rustic place to stay on our quintessential historic horse farm. Friends and family alike arrive and feel like they’ve come home. We hope you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend. The ‘Run in Shelter’ has a queen bed, TV, WiFi, a dry kitchen, and a path through an apple orchard to the shared bathhouse—a shared pool and gathering barn with a ping pong table and Foosball. We are an easy drive from the interstate- just five-plus minutes from the exit off HWY 26 for easy access to the country and just 25 minutes to Asheville, 12 minutes to Weaverville, 15 minutes to Mars Hill, and 20 minutes to Marshall. Ever New Farm is 14-acre horse farm with three guest cabins, a community pool, a gathering barn, and a main farmhouse, which the hosts live in.

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Quiver Full Farm

2 sites · Lodging60 acres · Mars Hill, NC

Come visit Quiver Full Farm! Our 60 acre homestead farm is located in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina. The mixture of rolling pastures, gorgeous mountains views, streams and hiking trails make a perfect get away. Two historic 1930's tobacco barns bring the history of our farm to life. Fresh water springs and mountain streams give refreshment to our animals and a soothing background to our ears. Our cows, babydoll sheep, free range chickens, great pyrenees, barn cats, honey bees and gardens provide you with an authentic farm experience. The clinking sound of hammering metal can be heard in the distance as we hold hands on blacksmithing workshops in our very own Forge. We are conveniently located just 25 minutes from downtown Asheville. A short 3 mile drive will take you to the small town of Mars Hill, NC. We are approximately 7 miles from the Appalachian Trail. Our guests also enjoy easy access to horseback riding, Navitat Ziplines, Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, and rafting. These fun outdoor activities are all within a 15-20 minute drive from our farm.

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Burnsville Boho Barn

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Burnsville, NC

Welcome to The Burnsville Boho Barn! Our newly renovated barn loft/studio apartment is located on our 2.5-acre farmstead, where we raise chickens, our three tiny humans, and garden. The barn was recently bare bones, but with a dream and a little bit of umf, we got to work designing and building our ~800 sqft, spacious and cozy barn loft studio apartment. The barn features a modern green and brown bohemian style.

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Winding Stair Campground

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Franklin, NC

Winding Stair Campground sits at an elevation of 3,880 feet, next to the headwaters of the Nantahala River and is surrounded by national forest and undeveloped private land trusts. The stunning mountain views in a remote tucked-away setting make our farm a perfect getaway! Just a 15-minute scenic drive from Franklin in North Carolina, easily accessible off Hwy 64, our campground offers a chance to enjoy nature without being far away from the public amenities of a small but well-equipped town. A few features about our property: - Working farm: Campers are welcome to meet our Icelandic sheep and take a self-guided tour of our farm, along designated pathways. - Security: The campground and farm are fenced in on three sides with the river being the fourth boundary. Personal code to the entrance gate will be given at check in. - Bath House: The restored bathhouse is split into boys’ and girls’ sides. Each side has 2 private showers, 4 flushing toilets, sinks, hot water, and gas heat. - Community Pavilion: The Pavilion is a large 40x30 ft. open sided structure overlooking the Nantahala River. It has an ample fireplace, running water sink, counter space, couches, and table with benches. - Pack Room: Where the adventure begins! A cozy hub where all guests check-in, get local information, view maps, and grab some local seasonal groceries. Also available to all campers are washing sinks with hot water, toaster oven and microwave. - Communication: Or rather, lack thereof! There's no cell service on the property so it's a great time to get away from it all. There is limited Wi-Fi available near the Pack Room and an emergency landline available. - Charging: Traveling in an electric vehicle? Recharge for free at our dedicated EV 50amp outlet when you stay at any of our sites. First come, first served. Want to know more about the history of the property? Visit the 'Our Story' section on our website. Learn more about this land:

Creag Creek Farm

4 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Bakersville, NC

A high elevation working farm with a cabin (sleeps up to 8), barn with hayloft and tent sites for rent by individuals and small groups. Located at 3,500 feet in elevation on north flank of Roan Mountain.Three miles from the Appalachian Trail, five miles to Buladean, North Carolina and a 40-minute drive to Carvers Gap, our 18-acre, high elevation, wooded and meadowed Christmas tree farm is a wonderful jumping-off point for some of the best hiking, apple picking, and bird watching the Southeast has to offer. Unplug during your stay while you soak in the mountain views, peaceful sunsets, and local wildlife. Our guests love staying here: "Loved it. A thoroughly beautiful building in an equally beautiful location. It had everything we needed and more. We'd planned to use the cabin as a base to go hiking from but it was so beautiful there that we ended up not leaving for the entire time - we just stayed and watched the hummingbirds on the balcony. Will look forward to returning."

Cool Creek Farm

5 sites · Lodging14 acres · Pittsboro, NC

Cool Creek Farm materialized in December 2017 after years of envisioning. It is now enthusiastically gardened and provides abundant, free-roaming living space to humans, 3 cats, 20+ chickens, goats, sheep, ducks and horses. More ideas are brewing...

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Creag Creek Farm

4 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Bakersville, NC

A high elevation working farm with a cabin (sleeps up to 8), barn with hayloft and tent sites for rent by individuals and small groups. Located at 3,500 feet in elevation on north flank of Roan Mountain.Three miles from the Appalachian Trail, five miles to Buladean, North Carolina and a 40-minute drive to Carvers Gap, our 18-acre, high elevation, wooded and meadowed Christmas tree farm is a wonderful jumping-off point for some of the best hiking, apple picking, and bird watching the Southeast has to offer. Unplug during your stay while you soak in the mountain views, peaceful sunsets, and local wildlife. Our guests love staying here: "Loved it. A thoroughly beautiful building in an equally beautiful location. It had everything we needed and more. We'd planned to use the cabin as a base to go hiking from but it was so beautiful there that we ended up not leaving for the entire time - we just stayed and watched the hummingbirds on the balcony. Will look forward to returning."

Cool Creek Farm

5 sites · Lodging14 acres · Pittsboro, NC

Cool Creek Farm materialized in December 2017 after years of envisioning. It is now enthusiastically gardened and provides abundant, free-roaming living space to humans, 3 cats, 20+ chickens, goats, sheep, ducks and horses. More ideas are brewing...

Almost Home for Arabians in the App

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres · Franklin, NC

Bailey's Last Stop Horse Hotel is the home to Project Almost Home for Arabians. We partner with an equine rescue to foster 3 to 4 horses while helping them find their forever home. There are 2 glamping sites available. One is a small furnished room in the barn with electricity, a fridge , microwave, a futon with a double mattress, and twin bed with an air mattress with bedding provided. There is a Portapotty and outdoor shower with heated water. The second site is a glamping tent on a platform, currently unfurnished in a small paddock by the barn. Electricity can be run to the site. There is a staircase leading back to the barn to access the Portapotty and outdoor shower which are shared between the 2 sites. Each site has a fire pit: There is a charcoal or wood burning grill. There is room in the paddock for extra tents. I also have stalls available to rent per night for those wanting to vacation with their horses. Chickens live on site with fresh eggs available. The property is located 10 minutes from downtown Franklin, NC which has a cute downtown, brewery, and is a stopping point for hikers on the Appalachian Trail. We are about an hour to the entrance to Great Smoky Mountain National Park. White water rafting is available within 30 minutes at Nantahala Gorge. Endless hiking, canoeing, waterfall viewing within 30 minutes.

Barns in North Carolina with hiking guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a unique camping experience, we offer over 9 options in North Carolina that cater to your specific accommodation and activity preferences. Whether you're seeking a barn-style accommodation for your hiking adventure or prefer other camping options, we've got you covered. Our top-rated campsites, such as Winding Stair Campground (44 reviews), Creag Creek Farm (42 reviews), and Cool Creek Farm (28 reviews), provide a variety of amenities such as pet-friendly accommodations, cooking equipment, and potable water. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in popular activities such as climbing, off-roading (OHV), and boating. With an average price per night of $65 and options as low as $30, you'll find the perfect camping experience at Hipcamp.