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Above the Fray Glamping, Black Mtn.

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228 reviews
 · Black Mountain, Buncombe, North Carolina
11 acres hosted by Doug B.
6 lodging sites
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Amazing views
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The views are hypnotic and look down and out over the continental divide. Good morning sun and sunsets can be seen in the same spot. Your car is parked within feet of your deck so Car Campers and experienced campers can enjoy. Designed with campers and dogs in mind. The deck is large (384 square feet) with a tin roof. Some roofs are full size, some 2/3rds and some 1/3rd, depending on what one wants for tent size or sun exposure. (See pictures of each site/deck) Each deck has sun and rain curtains for helping keep comfortable in normal weather. Dogs enjoy a two gate system so quests and dogs can be leash free and away from the road. All dog owners know to pick up after their pets. The human Private Porta John is cleaned weekly. Lights and electrical is 110V (3 prongs) for YOUR coffee pots, electric grills, mattress inflators, crockpots, electric blankets fans, etc. I do not provide any electrical appliances, other than counter area lighting and low level string lights so one can see the night sky. Many of my campers will "Pay it Forward" and leave coffee pots, hot plates, fans and such, so count yourself lucky to find a deck with them. I provide chairs, 5 gallons of fresh water in containers, fickle solar shower and pop up changing room along with an assortment of camping supplies from dog bowls to antimicrobial wipes. I provide various size garbage bags to manage your garbage. Your parking area is next to the deck. Black Mountain’s tasty restaurants are 4 miles away and All Trails is a great app for finding trails suited for your interest. Be respectful to the place and please be friendly to the people you meet. Learn more about this land: Private Glamping Decks with a view that pictures do not do justice. Private decks on a dead-end gravel road mean hopefully the sounds will only be of nature. The conveniences of electricity, porta john, water, chairs, table, roof, cleaning supplies, rain curtains, and astounding views have my Glampers coming back often. Designed with Dogs in mind with a two-gate system and no need for a leash when on the deck. Obnoxious, barking dogs are not welcome, so bring only controlled and well socialized dogs. Help me keep it dog friendly. Never block the road with a park car.
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98% Recommend278 ratings · 228 reviews
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Estrella V.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
Southern sun, full roof. 283
Camping at Doug’s Southern Sun full roof was amazing! The view is amazing, having a portable bathroom near by and water to shower made it even more amazing! I would definitely camp here again :)
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Sara R.
5 reviews
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· April 2025
Deck plus room for Class B Van. 269
Absolutely gorgeous! We loved our stay. The view was beautiful. The camping deck was solidly constructed and had nice features like the tarps that can be pulled for shade or rain. It is also just a short drive to great restaurants and a grocery store. The port-a-potty was extremely clean. We can’t wait to stay again next year.
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Erin O.
2 reviews
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· April 2025
Perfection!!!!!
With pets ·
Southern sun, full roof. 283
This was our second visit to Above the Fray - it was beautiful, and so relaxing! We had a great time! In Black Mountain, there is a coffee shop called The Dripolator- we had a Frappe and a smoothie - the staff was so nice and our drinks were delicious! We tried to do a drive on the Blue Ridge Pkwy but it's still a mess from hurricane Helene. I'm glad the area is recovering, as this is an absolute gem of a vacation destination! We skipped drinking our bottled water because the water Doug provides is better than bottled! We brough an air fryer this year and ate like royalty haha! Our pup had fun, but beware blood sucking ticks - he had six dug in so we went to Ingles and got flea and tick med. It worked perfectly, no more ticks on him. I had one crawling on me, but I am not on tick med lol. Thanks again, Doug for this wonderful vacation destination. We will be back again next year!
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Dave P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Wonderful sunsets and facilities!
Western/Southern views. 271
Wow, what a unique and beautiful spot. I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend. As a hiker and backpacker, while not exactly roughing it, this was a much needed break from the routine. I was even serenaded by the whippoorwill last night in my hammock before turning in. I will be coming back again! Doug you have a truly amazing place! Respectfully, Dave
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John G.
4 reviews
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· April 2025
With kids ·
Western/Southern views. 271
Beautiful setting. Well kept. Private. A nice way to camp/glamp. Would absolutely stay here again if we passed through the area again.
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Angie R.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
With pets ·
Southern sun, full roof. 283
Doug supplied water, a private toilet and a portable shower. It was crazy windy during our visit, but the shelter helps to provide some protection. Sad that we missed animal sightings, but enjoyed the song of the wipperwills in the early evenings.
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Black Mountain, Buncombe, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Doug B.

Joined in February 2020
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