Hidden Spring

100%

9 reviews

· Mars Hill, Madison, North Carolina · 8 acres

Hosted by Antoinette S.

Glamping pod

· 4 guests max · 4 beds · 1 toilet

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All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

We are a small hobby farm nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. Bring your sleeping bags and pillows and we will supply the rest. Our mountain spring will supply you with whatever water you need to shower and wash. Amenities include a toilet, shower, kitchen counter & sink, cooler, cooking utensils, plates/mugs, a grill, fire pit and an herb garden. With a little coaxing, our chickens may provide you with eggs for breakfast. There are plenty of opportunities to explore the outdoors with hiking, fishing, camping, and kayaking in the nearby rivers. Sorry, we cannot accommodate RVs. Fall is on it's way. We have winterized the site- there is a rug on the glamp platform and we will supply an electric heater in case the temperature dips!This is a perfect base camp to launch your Western North Carolina adventure. The area is a mecca for cyclists and hikers alike. Explore the many local trails including cycling the Hot Doggett Metric Century or hike to the summit of Bailey Mountain. We are an 8 acre hillside hobby farm situated on a lovely country road just 3 miles from Mars Hill and 30 minutes from downtown Asheville. The hosts live on the property along with a flock of free ranching chickens. Our site was designed with your privacy needs in mind. The campsite consists of a covered deck with optional privacy curtains. It has electricity, WiFi, a toilet, shower, grill, cooler and food prep area with a sink. Camping chairs and cots for your sleeping bags. After a long day of exploring, take a hot shower and relax while you grill your favorite meal. Or if you prefer, dine at one of Asheville’s renowned restaurants. Grab a great burger at the Stack House here in Mars Hill. You can also sit around the fire pit making s’mores and watching fireflies as they pass by. Star gazing is exceptionally great with no street lights to hinder your view of the Milky way.

What to expect

Glamping pod

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

4 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No pets

We don't allow pets simply because we have free-ranging chickens. Unless dogs have been raised with chickens, it may be difficult for a dog not to chase or harm them.

Drinking water available

Pump or well. Water from our mountain spring is filterd and purified for drinking.

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Cooking equipment absent

Hosts supply eating/cooking utensils, plates/cups. Sink for washing dishes.

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Reviews

100% Recommend11 ratings · 9 reviews

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· October 2024

This place is MAGIC

Larry and Antoinette are some of the sweetest people I’ve ever met, and they’ve created a gorgeous little spot right outside of Asheville She stocks it with farm fresh eggs and homemade cookies and bread too! I had an absolute blast here (best night of a 7 night full east coast road trip) They even make their own soap! If you’re in the area, stop by and spend some time here, you won’t regret it

Brendan W.

2 reviews

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· May 2024

Perfect in every way.

With kids

We had an incredible time here. Antoinette and Larry have paid attention to every detail and then some. We felt welcomed but also had our privacy. They were great with the kids-super friendly dogs, homemade bread and chocolate chip cookies (!!), and we got to collect fresh eggs. The night sky was mind blowing. Worth every penny.

Kate H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· November 2023

Glamp it up!

Camping at Hidden Spring was such a treat! Even with the freezing temperatures (in the 20s), Antoinette and Larry offered such great care that it warmed my heart. The listed amenities themselves are enough but the extra care they put into this experience that goes above and beyond made this the ultimate glamping experience for me. The rustic camping chairs around the campfire ring are really cool. The hosts provided puh-lenty of firewood so I spent a lot of time sitting in those chairs around the fire. The flush toilet was such a welcome sight for me! Where can you find such luxury that was literally three steps away from the cot I slept on? It was clean and convenient. The hosts allow you privacy to enjoy yourself and encourage you to "make it fun". Antoinette was sure to let me know, though, that they were just down the hill if I needed anything when I let her know that it was my first time camping alone. I heated up one of Antoinette's homemade cookies on the grill side burner for breakfast, 'cause why not? You could taste the love in it. I ate it as I watched the sun come up over the hill. I did not need to bring one single thing to cook with. I cooked the farm fresh eggs provided along with toasting the delicious fresh bread Antoinette left. Yum! Meanwhile, their chickens serenaded me with their egg songs. This added to a great country atmosphere. I hope I am able to return one day during a slightly warmer month. Thank you for the care you put into HS!

Barbara N.

2 reviews

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· October 2023

Our stay at Hidden Spring was excellent. This is the definition of glamping - everything and the kitchen sink! So many thoughtful amenities are provided, right down to the salt and pepper we left at home. The location is private and remote, while still providing things like fast WiFi and a hot shower. The hosts are also incredibly nice people and we felt very welcome. This spot is worth booking just for Antoinette’s amazing cookies!

James R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2023

With kids

Although the site was on the owners property, still felt private. They have an area for cornhole, and chickens are nearby

Mike N.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2023

Won’t be “hidden” for long.

So far the best HipCamp experience by miles. This is a new place that won’t stay “hidden” for long. Make your reservation now. I’ve no doubt Antoinette will be listed a Superhost. Amenities are amazing from not only what is listed: toilet, shower, kitchen prep area, fire pit, etc but also the touches that Antoinette goes out of her way to do such as: homemade cookies, bread, eggs, s’mores. Used it all except the s’mores. It was all delicious. Such graciousness. Star gazing was amazing. I can’t say one bad thing about this amazing host and location.

Steven M.

2 reviews

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· August 2023

Such a cozy glamping destination! It'd be perfect to settle in before a cycling trip on a nearby trail, or just a relaxing getaway with friends. Antionette & Larry were excellent hosts and even gave us fresh homemade bread, cookies, eggs from their chickens, and their very own Hidden Spring soap. I'd highly recommend their site. They've got such a great setup with a little kitchenette, a fancy s'mores kit, the works! The guidebook will give you any info needed, and your communicative hosts are just a message away if you need. I'd highly reccommend!

Olivia G.

10 reviews

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· July 2023

Group trip

Our group loved our stay at Hidden Spring. Antoinette and Larry were there when we needed them and were the perfect hosts. Campsite had everything from the listing and more.

Brett C.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2023

Peaceful and Comfortable

Fabulous glamping site! It's so peaceful and quiet, yet still so close to Mars Hill, Marshall, Weaverville, and Asheville. The amenities were excellent, with a delightful outdoor shower, flush toilet, spacious "kitchen" and sink with a potable spring-fed faucet, grill, top notch grilling utensils, eating wares, coffee and French press, cooler, firepit, chairs and cots, large metal-roofed canopy for camping under (it has mosquito netting and opaque walls you can zip down like a tent), great mood lighting, and fantastic hosts! The setting is quiet, with only the distant sound of cows, birds all around, crickets, the breeze, a crackling campfire (which Larry is happy to build for you if you'd like), and peeping frogs to "disturb" you. No sirens. No horns. No noisy neighbors. And the stars are brilliant. It's on a small homestead farm, which means delicious fresh eggs for breakfast from their cage-free chickens! There are more homestead surprises in store as well from Antoinette. And free smores :) I was much in need of a break and some true R&R. Hidden Spring was the perfect place to check out from the day to day in a comfortable, convenient, and beautiful rural setting. That said, free wifi is available if you need to stay connected. The Sanders are very thoughtful and considerate hosts with a beautiful property to relax and unwind on. Highly recommend.

Tedd C.

2 years on Hipcamp