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Top-rated campgrounds
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Top-rated campgrounds
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Andrea
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar
A wonderful little slice of heaven, with amazing hosts! We had the best stay in the little cabin, which had everything one might want for a nature-filled and quiet weekend getaway! Julie made sure we had everything we needed, but also left us to enjoy everything the site had to offer! 10/10, would highly recommend!
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Sage
November 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great stay on the island, loved the cabin and bar. The views were beautiful and it was easy to paddle across the river to the island. Andy was very responsive and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend!
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Chris
October 2025
With kids
Absolutely loved our time with Moon and Julie they were such amazing hosts. The place is perfect for what we wanted - to escape and switch off. Our daughters loved running free, playing with the dogs and catching fish. We wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely be back.
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R
October 2025
With pets
We stayed in the cabin and it was great! The abundance of marked trails right on the property and ability to have our dogs off leash made this a perfect stay.
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Young Ok
September 2025
With pets
We had an amazing time camping in the Enchanted Hidden Cabin! The view was absolutely fantastic, and the cabin itself was perfectly clean. Moon and Julie are such wonderful hosts. So pleasant, kind, and clear with all their instructions. My dog had the best time running around the large field and playing happily with their lovely dogs named Ava and Ruby. My whole family had a fantastic experience. The Gnome Trail was just the cutest! We’re already sure we’ll be coming back!
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Wendy
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar
I highly recommend camping here if you like peace and quiet. This is my favorite place to go. Fishing is great.
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Christopher
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Always 5 stars.
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Autumn
July 2025
With kids
We loved the little cabin!! It has a nice fire pit and big area outside for kids and dogs to play! The pond was a perfect addition. The hosts were SO nice! It was my birthday and she even gave me a small gift! We loved our stay and will be back!
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Stephen
June 2025
With kids
We loved our time there. So much space and secluded little cabin to ourselves. Very peaceful!! We had a blast fishing in the lake. Highly recommend!!
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Todd
May 2025
With pets
Had a wonderful weekend with the family and dogs here. There were plenty of trails to walk (the gnome trail was a highlight) that are well-maintained. The pond on site was perfect for easy fishing with an option to take out the canoe. And Moon and Julie were both such friendly and generous hosts! The cabin is placed on a spacious plot of land away from the other two sites, with plenty of shade. The futon was surprisingly comfortable. Lots of open fields too. In short, it was the perfect getaway.
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Ben
May 2025
Tent
Group trip
Sharp’s Island was an awesome getaway. We enjoyed the river and watching all of the wildlife. Andy was super responsive throughout the trip. Highly recommend!
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Shaun
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar
This was my 4th time staying at the Hawthorne Hollar cabin if that says anything. It's pretty much my go to campsite for a weekend getaway these days. Moon and Julie are awesome hosts. If you're looking for more info I left reviews for each of my other trips that go into a lot more detail about what makes this such a great place to stay.
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Patrick
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a blast camping out on Sharp's Island! It was a spontaneous adventure and I'm so glad we were able to book. The island is such a cool spot, we had amazing sunset views and ample room to set up. Andy is a great host, and I'd definitely recommend staying here! The canoe ride over isn't very far and is safe, and Andy will tell you (and like other reviews have said) just pay attention to the tides and river water levels! If you can, time your crossings closer to high tide when the current isn't as strong. If the river is high and it's low tide, paddling to the island can be more of a workout!
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Natalia
April 2025
Terry
April 2025
Tent
Enjoyed the stay at Sharps Island. Location was perfect for fishing all three days we were there. Caught plenty of shad and catfish. We will be back.
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julia
March 2025
Tent
Group trip
Such a great experience and a WONDERFUL host. So helpful and was so kind. We had so much fun and we will be coming back. 100/10
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Macklin
January 2025
Tent
Group trip
The space was an awesome and unique spot, with a city view that you really can’t get anywhere else! Will be returning to enjoy the countless amenities such as the grill and the cool cabin design. If you forget pillows the couch cushions make good substitutes.
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Grace
November 2024
Weekend Trip to Hawthorn Hollar
My best friend and I highly enjoyed our experience! The owners were very kind and helpful. We had easy access to taking the canoe out for about 30min before we walked along a trail covered in crunchy fall leaves! We felt like kids again! The Gnome trail felt so magical I loved it! The owners gave us some history on the land so it felt like we found treasure when I picked up a quartz rock with gold flakes in it :)
The cabin stay was nice! They had plenty of firewood which was super helpful. Definitely bring a generator or lots and lots of blankets as the months get colder. Friend and I slept in the futon and our body heat, sleeping bags, and blankets kept us cozy. The compost bathroom was easy to use, finding the entrance was easy as well. Drove 40min into Charlottesville, felt shorter than that cause it was just long roads. I think you will see us back in the future!
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