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  • Rustic Nature Oasis
  • Rustic Nature Oasis
  • Rustic Nature Oasis

Rustic Nature Oasis

1 site · Lodging34 acres · Del Rio, TN
This 2 story loft, rustic, off grid cabin is renting for families and individuals who just need to unplug for the busy hectic day to day living at home, in the office, in the city, or simply to take a break and enjoy the many views, trails, waterfalls, creeks, hikes, and trout fishing that Del Rio has to offer. Del Rio is a quiet quaint community with great southern friendly people that take you right on in. The connection to leave and nature is by far not surpassed by many other places. The cabin located on creek front property where trout are stocked annually for migration to our Class A trout river (The French Broad) we have kayaks, generators, and other amenities available for rental fees as requested. Oil Lamps and battery operated lighting is provided free of charge along with packaged water. Del Rio is the perfect place to hunt, fish, and take a nice quiet hike in the beautiful Cherokee Forrest and Smokey Mountains. Located conveniently under an hour outside of Gatlinburg and surrounding areas. 14 miles from the nearest town of full amnesties. Del rio also has a local small Mom and Pop store with adjoining restaurant which serves home style food and steaks as well as a pizzeria. There’s is a public library with WI-FI access and printing options for you if you absolutely must communicate for work. We offer laundry service upon request as well. Cabin equipped with 1 king bed, 1 twin size bed, and a small collection of dishes and eating utensils. We will provide one starter firewood bundle per reservation free of charge. We provide a private stone fire pit area to the front left entrance of the cabin. Livestock roam the upper 20 acre parcel for your enjoyment and enjoy treats such as apples and other fruits from our guests. Pet friendly but additional deposit and cleaning fee will apply. The owner of the property have two large breed dogs in the far 2 acres of the property so all pets must be leashed and restrained at all times and will not be permitted in the cabin or in the property unattended or unleashed. You couldn’t ask for a prettier, more peaceful place to simply unwind and relax. The owner are conveniently located approximately 20 acres and completely out of view from the cabin and are more than willing to do anything they can to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable however, they chose to restrain from contacting guests past their initial check in as to allow the most uninterrupted and relaxing environment for their guests but they are only a phone call away and very accommodating should a need arise during your stay. Fresh laundered bedding provided at check in and anytime during your stay as requested.
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  • Front of the barn, with large sliding wooden door leading inside.
  • The tiny home has a propane stovetop for cooking and wood stove for heat.
  • Front of the barn, with large sliding wooden door leading inside.
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Good Egg Tiny Home & Remodeled 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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  • Camper parking #3
  • Camper & RV spot.
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Nolichuckey Bluffs Cozy Campsites

12 sites · Lodging, RVs40 acres · Greeneville, TN
Nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains near historic Greeneville, Tennessee, Nolichuckey Bluffs Bed and Breakfast RV, Camping, Cabins is a wonderful place to just get away from it all and escape into nature. Campsites are private with vistas overlooking the river and mountains. RV locations are easily accessible and have full hook-ups. Cabins are cozy with first-class amenities and East Tennessee hospitality. The fully equipped pet friendly cabins offer breathtaking views of the Nolichuckey River and mountains. Breakfast is available upon request and for a fee. Make a reservation or pick up a jam and jelly made from berries right here on the property. Your furry friends are our furry friends but we do require a special reservation and fee for them. So please let us know about them before you arrive. Whether you're looking for a weekend get-away, a place to hold a family reunion, a wedding, a church retreat, or a small business conference, Nolichuckey Bluffs can accommodate.
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  • Ridge top forest tent camping
  • Ridge top forest tent camping
  • Ridge top forest tent camping
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Ridge top forest tent camping

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Marshall, NC
Learn more about this land:Sleep out under the stars with a full view of the night sky surrounded by forests of mature oak, hemlock, pine, hear the nighttime calls of eastern grouse, bard owls, and bullfrogs. In the daytime visit downtown Marshall and the scenic AT town of Hot Springs. Go horseback riding at Sandy Bottom Trail rides, tube the French Broad River, go fly fishing in the clear mountain streams that run the length of Madison County or take an easy day relaxing in the cool waters of the Laurel River. The Road to the site is graveled and suitable for 2wd though it is steep. First road upon entrance is a shared road so please respect the privacy of neighboring properties (all to the left of the first road). As gate is squeaky upon leaving and entering, it is requested that all guests arrive before night fall an do not leave until morning.
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  • Hidden Flower Tiny Farm
  • Sleeping Loft
  • Hidden Flower Tiny Farm
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Hidden Flower Tiny Farm

2 sites · LodgingAsheville, NC
This was among the first places settled in the Beaver Dam area. The house was built in 1872 and the land was used for cattle. Since then, there has been a beautiful barn added to the property. We love waking up and having our morning coffee overlooking the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains. There is a mountain stream coming down that has salamander and sometimes larger wildlife drinking from it. Feel free to hike up the mountain and sit atop some large boulders along the way. 
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Public campgrounds near Johnson City

The view from Wautuga Dam, looking towards Carden Bluff Campground.
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Cardens Bluff Campground

28 sites · RVs, Tents In Cherokee National Forest
Old Forge Recreation Area
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Old Forge Recreation Area

10 sites In Cherokee National Forest
Tent with a view!
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Little Oak Campground

42 sites · RVs, Tents In Cherokee National Forest
Worth the stop on the way out of the Gorge
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Linville Gorge Wilderness Area

11 sites · RVs, Tents In Pisgah National Forest
Briar Bottom Group Campground
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Briar Bottom Group Campground

6 sites In Pisgah National Forest
Backbone Rock Campground
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Backbone Rock Campground

1 site In Cherokee National Forest
Paint Creek Campground
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Paint Creek Campground

20 sites · RVs, Tents In Cherokee National Forest
Mortimer Campground
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Mortimer Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Pisgah National Forest
Sights on the hike
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Rocky Bluff Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents In Pisgah National Forest
Rock Creek Recreation Area and Campground

Rock Creek Recreation Area and Campground

37 sites · RVs, Tents In Cherokee National Forest
Dennis Cove Campground

Dennis Cove Campground

1 site In Cherokee National Forest
Horse Creek, which runs through the area, offers a nice, soothing background.

Horse Creek Recreation Area

15 sites In Cherokee National Forest

Stories from the community

Country Comfort Camping
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Courtney
May 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Weekend Trip to Country Comfort Camping
What a wonderful space and amazing host! The bathhouse is clean and roomy. The camping area is spacious and well cared for. Paul is such a kind host too!
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Dan
April 2025
18 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Country Comfort Camping
About as close as you can get to town, without feeling like it! Great facilities. Beautiful views!
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"boathouse" deck with mountain view
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Cara
March 2025
20 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Country Comfort Camping
Nice little spot just up the street from the main drag in Hot Springs. Paul has set up a welcoming little retreat for a camper, including a lovely "boathouse" with bathroom, hot shower, deck overlooking the opposite mountain, and other amenities like a grill and fridge. This is just a little ways off 25/70, so you will get light road noise, but it didn't bother us. We still heard the birds chirping happily and bugs chittering as we watched the sun set.
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Charles
March 2025
16 ft car
With kids
4 nights at Country Comfort Camping
It's a large beautiful piece of land with a really nice bath house. If I'm ever camping in this area again, this will be the first place I look
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Site #2 looking at connecting road to site #1
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Scott
November 2024
Tent
1 night at Haw Ridge
Beautiful views and very quiet. Road to campsites is very rough but well worth the drive.
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3 top hot spring campgrounds near Johnson City

  • Country Comfort Camping
  • Mountain Bliss
  • Country Comfort Camping
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Country Comfort Camping

2 sites · Lodging21 acres · Hot Springs, NC
Hotsprings NC, is an enchanting small town with a rich historical background. The 100+ year old resort is where the Appalachian trail goes right through. The property was once the haven to the rich aristocrats from the north.Learn more about this land:Hotsprings NC, is an enchanting small town with a rich historical background. The 100+ year old resort is where the Appalachian trail goes right through. The property was once the haven to the rich aristocrats from the north. The RV space will require leveling is loose gravel. The space  can accommodate vehicles up to 45 ft. in maximum length and slideouts. There are 30 and 50 amps electrical hookups.Campfires are allowed within local regulations.The property is located roughly about 7 to 10 minutes from downtown Hot Springs. There are a lot of great hiking spots here and plenty of things to do from white water tubing to fishing, camping etc. We're also not far from Smokey Mountain National Park, as well as, Asheville and Gatlinburg.
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  • Haw Ridge
  • Haw Ridge
  • Haw Ridge
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Haw Ridge

5 sites · Tents1 acre · Mars Hill, NC
****READ THROUGH ENTIRE LISTING BEFORE BOOKING**** Haw Ridge is a mountain top camp site with a total of only two campsites. At a 4,550 foot elevation and with nearly 360 degree views, there is a perfect sunrise and sunset experience. With no light pollution the stargazing is amazing. You must have a 4WD with high clearance to reach the site. Please list what vehicle/vehicles you will be taking to site when you are booking. There is no parking at the bottom or anywhere else - only at the sites. On foggy mornings, the mist rolls right over the ridge top. There are 2 sites on one acre so plenty of space for social distancing! Rocky Fork State Park Tn. is just a short drive away for some great additional hiking , swimming and fishing. Enjoy the view and your stay!!
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  • Paint Rock Farm Glamping
  • Paint Rock Farm Glamping
  • Paint Rock Farm Glamping
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Paint Rock Farm Glamping

13 sites · Lodging, Tents162 acres · Hot Springs, NC
Paint Rock Farm provides an including, nourishing experience to reconnect with nature, ourselves, and each other for healing and transformation. Join us to experience WNC's finest glamping destination! Each glamping unit is uniquely and beautifully furnished, nestled on 160 acres of private land. Named after Paint Rock and the Cherokee Paint Rock Clan (the healers and medicine clan of the Cherokee) Paint Rock is a peaceful private farm encompassing 30 acres of meadow and 130 acres of private conservation forest, adjacent to the French Broad River and surrounded by national forest. A restored barn offers all guests a space to gather, relax, enjoy meals together or meet new friends around the fire. Guests have access to the community kitchen inside the barn, large community fire pit, heated bathhouse, outdoor showers, and miles of meadow and forest trails to explore. We are located 7 miles from the town of Hot Springs, famous for a natural hot spring spa and a plethora of outdoor adventures including the spectacular Appalachian Trail. Several dining options are also available in the area.
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Hot spring camping near Johnson City guide

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Looking to explore the great outdoors near Johnson City, Tennessee? Hipcamp offers over 100 camping options specifically tailored to your hot spring adventure. With an average price per night of $59 and options as low as $20, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), Haw Ridge (230 reviews), and Camping on Cloud 9 (181 reviews) for highly rated options. Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, showers, and campfires. If you're in the mood for some extra adventure, try surfing, horseback riding, or boating during your camping trip. Happy camping!

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