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99% Recommend120 ratings · 110 reviews
Karen's Pondside Single is a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, with many campers appreciating the serene pond view and abundant wildlife, including bears and hummingbirds. The site is praised for its convenience to Asheville and Black Mountain, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and exploration. The host, Karen, is frequently mentioned for her kindness and attentiveness, ensuring guests have a smooth stay. While some note the pond's overgrown edges, the overall ambiance and amenities like WiFi and electric hookups provide a comfortable camping experience.
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There is no doubt that Helene has impacted this site, but that horrible storm couldn't put a dent in what really matters: a kind and responsive host; a peaceful, private setting; and access to all the fun that Asheville has to offer. My favorite part of my five-night stay was the frog choir that sang me to sleep and the two pair of turkeys that were my neighbors. Do not hesitate to book here. It is still a gem.
One of the best hipcamps I’ve stayed at. Quiet, serene, WiFi, electric hookup, truly amazing. I pray everything is okay after hurricane Helene. I left just days before it hit.
Pretty mountain view from the campsite; pond/upland marsh setting; quiet rural neighborhood.
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· September 2024
Peaceful Spot,Great View!
30 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Pondside Single
Stayed at Karen’s pond side single for 2 nights. Such a peaceful enjoyable place to stay. Karen is a Great host & keeps the campsite in tiptop shape. Our 26 ft. travel trailer was no problem to get in & set up. Site is level & no blocks were needed for leveling. Great little getaway but close grocery & restaurants if needed. Minutes to Asheville. Will be staying there again.
Karen’s site is adorable. The pond hosts so much life. It’s a pleasure to just sit and enjoy. The light changes the effects throughout the day. The little paths allow you to enjoy the wild flowers and the bees. Have not seen so many hummingbirds before. And, we saw bears too. We were all respectful of each other and we were very sure to keep our food put away. Karen is just wonderful. She shared tomatoes and sweet well water with us. Wifi is perfect to plan for excursions. Black Mountain has so much to offer. Food, beer and strolling along the shops. We visited Asheville, Lake Lure and Lake James. Will return to explore even more!
The Mountain View over the pond is second to none!!! Super nice set up, with location of fire pit, power and picnic table. A lot of time and energy, was put into grounds, & host, was very nice. Amazing location, with small country church next door, privacy, and safety. Just a great overall experience.
Amazing spot! What a find! Karen, the owner, stopped by the morning after we got in to check on us, and she was so friendly and warm. The spot itself is private right on a pond. Beautiful view. And so close to the city of Asheville.
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· August 2024
26 ft travel trailer ·
Pondside Single
We loved the Pondside Single site! Less than 20 minutes to DT Asheville yet the site feels remote. We saw two bears just up the road from the site when we were driving out. Will definitely be back!
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· July 2024
10 ft travel trailer ·
Pondside Single
This is a really pretty hideaway nook beside a pond, tucked into the mountains. The camp spot is well maintained and easy to access. I look forward to visiting again soon!
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· July 2024
15 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Pondside Single
Perfect spot to relax after exploring the area! A black bear visited us in the morning too! Excellent surprise ;)
Perfect spot to visit the surrounding areas. Karen was excellent to communicate with. This spot was very quiet and lots of fire flies. It rained the two nights we stay but stilled enjoyed. Excellent WiFi !! Would recommend.
Really nice quiet spot that was very private and a convenient location for the area. Would love to go back.
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· July 2024
18 ft campervan ·
Pondside Single
Great spot. Serene and relaxing. Cranes and bears and lots of wildlife.
We are repeat visitors to Pondside.
Every time we come, the site is always clean and well prepared. We are always awe struck by the location. The drive there has beautiful views, as well as the site.
It's a very convenient location near Asheville, Black Mountain and the surrounding mountains.
Karen as always is the best host!
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· June 2024
23 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Pondside Single
Wonderful, peaceful nature spot! Easy to find and good setup - had no trouble parking my 23 ft trailer. Spacious grassy area with good shade and view of the pond, trees, and hills. Jumping fish and frogs in the ponds. Karen came by to check on us and make sure we were all set. Enjoyed many hours just sitting and relaxing. Also close to Black Mountain and good hiking! Hoping to book again!
Reluctantly, left Pondside Single this morning after spending three lovely days and nights here. If you crave a serene spot with no neighbors, where fireflies and stars provide the evening show, this is the place for you. One of the most perfect spots we have camped.
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· June 2024
20 ft travel trailer ·
Pondside Single
We loved our experience at Karen’s Pondside Single! The location is exceptionally private and serene overlooking the pond and surrounding mountains. It’s conveniently located, easy to find, and you really get the whole place to yourself (also really good wifi). 10/10 will return.
We love this spot, aka “WiFi in the woods.” Ha!
Close to Black Mountain and Asheville, but feels private.
The 30/50amp plug and WiFi are really nice to have.
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· June 2024
16 ft car ·
Pondside Single
The spot was beautiful and secluded, and the view in the morning was worth every penny! Highly recommend checking out Karen’s property!!
Very cool spot with awesome views.
I thought the bugs would be bad beside the pond, but they really weren't a problem at all! The spot can be visible from the curch at some angles so don't go sinning out there. ;) lol
Great vibes from host and the spot is great for many different types of campers. Only about 25 min to downtown asheville.
This spot is a slice of heaven! The lush green landscape is eye-popping and blue sky against clouds is magical! Pond has a lot of life in and around it and cool to observe. The fire pit is large as is the space. I had no trouble backing in my 16 1/2' TT. The spot was level side-to-side...no adjustment needed!
Swannanoa is great location for easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Black Mountain in the other direction. The Warren Wilson public trails nearby are phenomenal! (Trailhead across from Berea Baptist Church on Riceville Road.)
Karen was a great host and was eager to make sure I had everything I needed. Thank goodness she had firestarter...! This is a beautiful spot for peace and quiet. Thank you Karen for making this beautiful place available to others!
Karen’s place was an awesome stay! She was kind, welcoming and accommodating to our schedule. Her instructions were clear and we had no issues finding it. The place itself was so peaceful - quiet, sunny, pondside view, few people around. We had a little trouble backing our 34 ft travel trailer with our 20 ft truck into the spot. We could have done it better by walking the area first and deciding on the angle beforehand. There is plenty of room to move around, and once we got settled everything was great. Wifi was very fast - better than most RV parks and we were able to telework easily (Teams meetings, calls, emails) and without a single problem. Cell service is poor (AT&T) but we found that to be a benefit that allowed us to disconnect. 5 minute drive down the road and we had service again if needed. The location is great. You feel out in the country, but you’re 10 minutes from town (grocery store, CVS, general small town shopping/amenities), 15 minutes from downtown Black Mountain and 25 minutes from downtown Asheville. Highly recommend and we hope to visit again!
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· June 2024
19 ft travel trailer ·
Pondside Single
Pretty spot very easily accessed soon after exiting road. Private pond view, firepit, electric hookup. Easy maneuvering and convenient for our visit to Black Mountain. Thanks for hosting!
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· May 2024
23 ft campervan ·
Pondside Single
Always a great stay, would recommend. Wild flowers galore, electric and super fast wifi. Lovely host. Thanks for another great stay.
Nice spot not too far from Hwy 40. Close to road but not much traffic after dark. Frogs and night life love serenading you. Saw either a small beaver or fresh water otter in the pond. Gobblers off in the distance.
Very beautiful spot, private and quiet. Level pad with electric. Lots of wildlife, we saw - otters, ducks, geese, hundreds of butterflies and dragonflies. Overall I would recommend.
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· April 2024
16 ft car ·
Pondside Single
Such a cool place to stay! It was not only very well kept, but had a gorgeous view of the pond and mountains. Would definitely recommend!
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· April 2024
26 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Pondside Single
Wonderful spot! This spot is definitely something special! It is quiet and beautiful, while being close to Asheville. It was so quiet and the kids could run around. Karen was so kind and welcoming! So, the great WiFi was a plus!
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· April 2024
28 ft travel trailer ·
Pondside Single
Very convenient for our needs. Hope to stay again when in this area!
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· April 2024
28 ft travel trailer ·
Pondside Single
We stayed a Ponside in our 28' travel trailer which was an excellent location for visiting our kids in Asheville.
Location
Swannanoa, Buncombe, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Karen J.
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