The best forest glamping near Lake Royale, North Carolina

100% (66 reviews)

If you're looking for a unique camping experience in the forest near Lake Royale, North Carolina, Hipcamp has over 170 options for you to choose from. Specifically, if you're interested in glamping, you're in luck as there are 172 glamping options available in the area. These options start as low as $20 per night and have an average price of $45 per night. Some of the top glamping campsites in the area include Blackwater Birds and Bees (601 reviews), Lakeside Retreats @ Walnut Hill (195 reviews), and R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews). Popular amenities available at these campsites include cooking equipment, toilets, and campfires. And if you're looking for things to do, popular activities in the area include surfing, whitewater paddling, and fishing.

Popular camping styles for Lake Royale

Top-rated campgrounds

100% (66 reviews)

If you're looking for a unique camping experience in the forest near Lake Royale, North Carolina, Hipcamp has over 170 options for you to choose from. Specifically, if you're interested in glamping, you're in luck as there are 172 glamping options available in the area. These options start as low as $20 per night and have an average price of $45 per night. Some of the top glamping campsites in the area include Blackwater Birds and Bees (601 reviews), Lakeside Retreats @ Walnut Hill (195 reviews), and R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews). Popular amenities available at these campsites include cooking equipment, toilets, and campfires. And if you're looking for things to do, popular activities in the area include surfing, whitewater paddling, and fishing.

Popular camping styles for Lake Royale

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

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5 sites · Lodging · Henderson, NC

Tucked into a quiet corner of our working farm called Heritage Farm, Holly Forest offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to shared amenities. Guests have access to water, electricity, and our centrally located Bathhouse, which includes showers, restrooms, and parking. Each day, we provide battery boxes for running a fan or charging small electronics. Heritage Farm is rooted in natural, sustainable practices and hands-on learning experiences. Depending on the season, you may find the farm bustling with activity—especially during flower season as we cultivate our blooms for Cultivate Flower Co., or while we care for our animals and craft small-batch products like our Kinda Crunchy Goat Milk Soap. No matter the time of year, you'll see us tending to the land and the animals we love.

2. Oak Grove Retreat

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9 sites · Lodging, Tents · Tarboro, NC

Saint Anne's Chapel and Oak Grove Retreat Center is a unique historical venue for your next camp site in the Tarboro area of North Carolina. The farm was originally established in 1832 by the Pender Family. On the current 25 acres is a restored 1920s Episcopal Mission Church with parklike grounds that is maintained year-round and has a rich and interesting history. We have host a wide variety of events over the years, including weddings, receptions, meetings, retreats, drum circles, sound healing's, festivals and more. Camping is available in the field or in the 17 acre woods. Learn more about this land: Welcome to Oak Grove - a property with a 100 year old de-consecrated Episcopal church, beautiful woods, and amazing grandfather oaks. A common site for weddings, drum circles, and other metaphysical and spiritual happenings, the property has a labyrinth, a free expression chalkboard, a Zen sand box that are free to use. A short walk down the wooded trail brings you to a small clearing with a central fire pit and several areas suitable for a tent. Situated close to a road, traffic can be heard but easily tuned out, particularly as the road gets much quieter at night. The woods are next to a large open field that is great for star gazing. Bring your hammock!

3. JE Eutopia

1 site · Lodging · Durham, NC

This memorable place is anything but ordinary. Our ultimate camping experience blends luxury and comfort with the natural beauty and tranquility of the outdoors. The addition of an outdoor shower and restroom adds a unique, immersive touch to your stay. The fire pit and outdoor dining area create a cozy, communal atmosphere—perfect for unwinding and making memories under the stars.

4. Glamping NC Off The Grid LakeGaston

1 site · Lodging · Littleton, NC

Experience a geodesic glamping dome stay in a private pasture, 15-minute drive to Lake Gaston, Kerr Lake, and Medoc Mountain NC State Park. Wake up to the sound of birds and fall asleep under a blanket of stars. This unique glamping dome offers the perfect blend of tranquility and nature adventures. Unplug and reconnect with your family by staying in a dome home surrounded by trees overlooking a pond. This tiny off-the-grid getaway is 70 miles from Raleigh NC and 90 miles from Richmond VA. Fire pit wood is limited per stay please bring extra bundle. BBQ grill requires charcoal utensils which are not provided. The fridge will be ready to receive any food items that you want to bring for the mini vacation. This is glamping outdoors extra insect wristbands and off spray make the experience of nature more enjoyable. Other Things to Note: Once you reserve, we will request a message verification that you have read the entire About Space details to confirm the GlampingNC-OfftheGrid experience is right for you prior to check-in! We are a no smoking farm stay! No smoking on/in the property during your stay thanks to all our guests in advance! About the Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is limited even with Starlink RV system. Guest will have the Wi-Fi password inside the dome upon arrival. T-Mobile, Verizon, and other networks have limited reception so plan ahead as we are an off the grid experience. Disconnecting is part of the adventure! Each guest will have access to private parking area and wooded walkway, dome, deck area, fire pit, barbeque grill, hammock, and 3-acre pasture with pond. Entrance codes will be shared to guests on the day arrival. Guests will receive entrance codes for the private parking pad, gate after walking bridge, and dome red door. Once you park in the private gravel parking area, guest can use our cart to haul all your glamping getaway items from the parking area through the wooded entrance and pasture to the dome. The dome is approximately 500ft away from the private parking area. This off the grid glamping experience begins at the private parking area! Come explore nature and unplug for a glamping getaway! Limited Battery Stored Electricity, No Plumbing, No Pets, No Smoking Mini Portable AC and fans to keep cool in summer months.

Stories from the community

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Julie

2 weeks ago

1 night at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

We stayed at the screen house for one night and wish we could have stayed another night. The screen house itself was top notch… secluded yet close to the main area, clean, well maintained, and cozy. Jim and Becky did a great job of adding conveniences to the experience with heated beds, battery for charging, lighting, cooler with ice, bathhouse, cooking area with seating, and more. There are a few different options for accommodations including glamping tent, screen houses, and a cute little cabin with a loft. This is a great place for a group. They can cook together and enjoy the community space, very cozy. We will be back.

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Chase

2 weeks ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

We had a great time with our young kids. They had a blast. We plan to go back.

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Emily

3 weeks ago

3 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Jim and Becky have a fabulous place! They are very accommodating and the location is perfect! Will definitely be back!

Bathroom/shower area with outdoor sinks as well as private sinks in the bathrooms.

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Sara

October 2025

2 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Beautiful acreage with new and very clean cabins, glamping and amenities. Showers and bathrooms were clean and very nicely designed. Outdoor gathering area had tables, chairs, coffee, tea, water, a small fridge, string lights at night, and even a record player with a bunch of albums to choose from! Hosts offered fresh eggs, fresh pizza dough, or frozen pizzas, firewood, bug spray, lighter fluid. There is a gas grill, pizza oven and griddle all in the cooking area adjoining the gathering area. Property is private, quiet, and the glamping tent we stayed in was perfect! Bed was comfortable, even had a heated mattress cover if it got chilly. Towels were provided and all bed linens (quality was top notch)! It was a lovely experience. We hope to return!

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John

October 2025

2 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Beautiful oasis with all the accommodations you can imagine. Great units, heated blankets, hot showers, battery packs for power, griddles, grills, pizza ovens, record player, coffee, literally everything. Absolutely loved our time there!

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Stacy

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

I loved the little screen house "The Retreat" that my wife and I stayed in! It was amazingly beautiful from the clear roof to the full open concept. Don't get me wrong there were privacy and blackout curtains to draw for privacy lol. Jim and Becky and their family are just amazing, and so is the property. Everything is so easy and convenient not to mention your own golf cart to wonder around on and get back forth from your place to the bathroom's, and the gathering place. They have a bull that is a BBQ grill and the smoke comes out of the nose, a long with a pizza oven a gas grill and flat top at your disposal. They also have some items there that you can purchase like pizza kits and wood, ect. They also host events and weddings!! All of their rentals are spread out for privacy of each other.

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Heather

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Oak Grove Retreat

Oak Grove Retreat is truly a special place!!! I feel a profound sense of happiness and tranquility when I am there. The hosts consistently provide friendly service and create a welcoming atmosphere. The grounds are always well maintained, featuring beautiful moss covered trails, seasonal gardens and a lush forest. I have also enjoyed participating in several events there over the last few years and look forward to my next visit.

Shannon

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

It was an amazing experience! So much thought and care put into the property. Will absolutely go back!

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DeAnna

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

I loved “The Retreat” on Jim & Becky’s land. This site is like a “camping venue” I can envision a small wedding or a couples trip here. They have a gas grill if you don’t know how to charcoal grill and the shower gets really hot. I like how they also inform us if there are others staying anywhere else in any of the other cabins so it helped give others privacy and not explore “too far”.

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Kimberly

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Loved the convenience and accessibility of Holly Forest. The land and cabin were very beautiful, with necessities + more for a very high end glamping experience.

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Erica

August 2025

2 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

This was an amazing experience. The whole setup was beautiful and peaceful. All of the things that were offered was just amazing. I would definitely recommend this place. I am planning to return and stay longer.

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Jon

August 2025

2 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Jim and Becky have thought of everything! Not a lot that you’re gonna need to bring if you just want to chill. Definitely will be back and highly recommend the stay.

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Anya

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

What a hidden diamond in a heart of North Carolina! If you want to relax and re-energise, this place is for you! All cabins are well made to fit any need or taste! Glass cabins are the best! You sleep deep in a woods! Full emersion into the nature! Owners of the who farm are very thoughtful people! You can check out farm animals, go fishing or have a complimentary cup of coffe in a barn house equipped with great kitchen, self barbecue café, get a dozen of real farm fresh fresh eggs for breakfast! There is a nicely equipped bathrooms and shower rooms. Also, they have a gorgeous rustic Wedding venue, gorgeous pond for fishing. There are a nice golf carts to get around the farm, to bring your belongings to the house. Also, beautifully squired barbecue by each house, How about spending a night by a starry sky? The bottom line-the best retreat ever! Great management. And a great spot for any romantic event or family reunion! Come, bring your friends, family, and kids!

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Daniel

July 2025

1 night at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

The experience was amazing. The facilities were spotless and pristine and the owners were hospitable. I loved staying there. Definitely a 10/10.

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Alisha

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Oak Grove Retreat

I had an absolute wonderful stay! The property was beautiful, the tent was well built to keep the critters out and the hosts were so gracious and kind! Please dont miss out on this experience!

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Joshua

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Its was a great place with so many nice things to do on the property.

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Erin

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

This was a great experience. I needed to get away and be one with nature and this was perfect. The accommodations were wonderful and everything was right where I needed to be with the privacy I needed. I was able to reset myself and find the calm that only exists in a natural beautiful setting. I was so relaxed and able to truly find my joy and peace. The cabin being screened in helped keep out the critters and let the nature vibes in. I would highly recommend this place to reconnect with Nature and find your inner peace.

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Sibyl

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

So much love, creativity, and care has gone into building this very special place to stay, rest and play. I stopped for just one night on my way from Fl to upstate NY, and had a magical and restorative night's sleep in one of the unique and lovely screen houses. Lightning bugs all around, illuminating the forest, and I was sung to sleep by crickets and tree frogs. A battery-powered ceiling fan kept the air moving and everything was nice and clean and fresh and inviting. Lots of thoughtful and clever touches, impressive construction and spacious, considerate setup. the bathroom, showers, and parking are a bit of a walk so each dwelling comes with a golf cart that you can use the whole time you're there. They've just opened in May so everything is brand new. I enjoyed and appreciated it immensely, and will come back any chance I get. I can only imagine what will go into maintaining a place like this, and I hope that they can keep it going and that future guests will get to enjoy it and also have respect for what a special place it is. I guess Jim & Becky have built it with their own family gatherings in mind, and there is definitely that sense of embracing, welcoming hospitality and generosity about it. It's a very beautiful piece of property and it looks like they might be equipped for events such as weddings, which would make sense there. Thanks to Jim & Becky for sharing this special place!