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Big Cove Santuary

Hosted by John · Candler, North Carolina

3 sites · RV, Tent · 3 acres

79%

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7 reviews

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Secluded and wild, but close to Asheville! A 15 minute drive to West Asheville, 20 minutes to downtown Asheville. Lots to see and do in this area! In addition to camping, the Big Cove Santuary comprises the Big Cove Resiliency Laboratory, and the Big Cove Rewilding Institute. There are several nature trails on the property; also wildlife observation opportunities, including abundant bird life. A small waterfall and a spring-feed bathing pond are also on the property. WiFi is available near basecamp. There is a composting toilet and an outdoor sink with tested well water for guests. RV site can provides 120 V, 20 A, electrical power. There is a septic dump station (at a separate location) for RV use. Tent sites require carrying gear a moderate distance. There are fire rings for guest use. Dry firewood is available.

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Tent-only sites

1 site

Forest Solitude

100%

(2)

Tent site · Sleeps 5

Pitch your tent at this very secluded and wild site! A moderate walk (uphill) from parking, toilets, and potable water. A neighbor's large (but friendly) dogs have access to this site. Numerous nature trails on the property. A 20 minute drive to Asheville. WiFi available at community center. Good cell phone service at this campsite. Lots to see and do in the area. Abundant bird life. A spring feed bathing pond is on the property.

Moderate walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

RV/tent sites

2 sites

Creekside South

83%

(3)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 20 ft

Pitch your tent (or park a small 4WD camping vehicle) at this secluded and wild site beside a babbling brook! A short walk from muggle parking, a composting toilet, and potable water. A fire circle and firewood are available at this site. Numerous nature trails on the property. A 20 minute drive to Downtown Asheville. Lots to see and do in the area. Abundant bird life. A spring feed bathing pond is on the property.

4WD required

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

Creekside North

Booked 2 times

RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 50 ft

Pitch your tent or park your RV at this wild site beside a babbling brook! Within view of host residence. Their is ample parking on this site. Grass surface. A short walk to toilets. A 120 volt (20 amp) electrical connection is available. Your waste water must be stored on site, but you can drive to septic tank on site to empty your tank. There is a composting toilet, and an outdoor sink with potable water 100 feet away. WiFi is available at the sink area. Unpaved driveway. Very suitable for camper vans and small motor homes. Small camping trailers can be accomodated if necessary, but the driver should be proficient in backing up, the vehicle should be 4 wheel drive, the host should be present upon arrival, and arrival should occur during daylight. There are nature trails on the property. Abundant wild life, including many species of birds. Guests may use a spring feed bathing pond on the property. A 20 minute drive to Asheville. Lots to see and do in the area.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

79% Recommend7 ratings · 7 reviews

Recommends

· August 2026

25 ft campervan ·

Creekside North

I enjoyed my stay at Big Cove Sanctuary. John was very welcoming and did a fantastic job showing us where to go and how to use the amenities, from the restroom to clean water.

Not recommend

· May 2026

safety hazard; DO NOT BOOK

30 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

Creekside North

description is not reflective of reality property does not meet safety standards for even small RVs and owner is deliberately vague and misleading of campers steep, unlevel drive to “site” whivh is barely more than a patch of grass on the possibly neighboring land fires only allowed if you agree to follow owner to undisclosed location (no fire pit at site; owner claims “it’s complicated” i’ve filed a report with hipcamp to address the numerous additional safety hazards book at your own risk

Recommends

· November 2025

Tent ·

Forest Solitude

Great place to touch down. John was great, super accommodating.

Recommends

· October 2025

13 ft campervan ·

Creekside South

The land is fertile and raw ! I loved the compost toilets so much !!!

Recommends

· September 2025

Tent ·

Forest Solitude

The creek running through the property is an absolute treasure. I spent a lot of time enjoying it. I also liked that the property was remote enough. I didn’t have to drive way off a road to park.

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent ·

Creekside South

I loved the camping spot with the huge trees and the proverbial “babbling brook”! The fire pit was huge and had a lot of firewood available for cooking supper. The spot was quiet and seemed isolated and rural, although it is fairly close to Asheville. I would definitely rent it again.

Mixed feelings

· May 2024

large camosite

Tent ·

Creekside South

This is a great and private campsite. It is just starting so it will get even better as it is used more! I decided to not drive my subaru into the campsite but you probably could! It was a short walk into the site if you park by the house. The campsite is large and has plenty of spaces for a couple tents. Do pack a small camp table as there is no picnic table. Unfortunately it rained really hard while i was here so i didnt get to enjoy the site to its fullest. It is not too far from asheville so it would be a good place to stay outside of the city.

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Candler, Buncombe, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Big Cove Santuary

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Hosted by John M.

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