Savor Carolina - Campground complex

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7 reviews

· Sylva, Jackson, North Carolina

9 acres hosted by Ryan M.

7 lodging sites

Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.

Ryan is a Star Host

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Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Welcome to Savor Carolina, a one-of-a-kind cabin and campground complex in the heart of North Carolina’s Smoky Mountain region. Nestled on a ridge beside the renowned Tuckasegee River and just minutes from the charming towns of Dillsboro and Sylva, this serene escape offers both convenience and tranquility. The Property Perfectly located near the interstate, Savor Carolina provides easy access to all the adventures the Smoky Mountains have to offer while maintaining the peaceful atmosphere needed to truly savor your mountain experience. The complex includes: 🏡 Two Private Cabins – Each with a queen bed and en suite full bathroom, spacious enough for a portable crib, air mattress, or pet bed. 🛏️ Sleeper Cabin – Features two queen beds, perfect for larger groups. ⛺ Glamping Tent – A cozy and adventurous option, complete with a queen bed. Accommodations can host groups of 6-12, depending on your setup and needs. Common Areas & Amenities 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen – Complete with everything you need, including a washer and dryer. 🛁 Extra full bathroom – Available for shared use. 🔥 Outdoor cooking & dining – Enjoy grilling, smoking, and gathering under the pavilion or around the fire pit. 📶 High-speed internet/WiFi – But we encourage you to disconnect and soak in the experience! Rental Details ✅ Entire complex rental – One price covers everything, with no extra fees for pitching tents, bringing a small camper, or additional guests (max 4 cars / 12 people). 🐶 Pet-friendly – No outrageous cleaning or service fees. 👨‍🍳 Chef services available – Custom meal quotes provided upon request. For smaller groups, individual and combo unit rentals are also available—see our 2, 4, and 6-person listings for more details.

Activities

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Horseback riding

Natural features

Forest

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100% Recommend7 ratings · 7 reviews

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· May 2025

Perfect spot

With pets ·

Sleeper Cabin

Ryan was an excellent host and very helpful. Our cabin was exactly as described and was very clean. The kitchen and bathroom were also very well maintained and clean. We would definitely stay again.

Jesse D.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Glamping

Cabin 1 en suite bathroom

Ryan was a good host, I recently spent a weekend cabin camping at Savor Carolina and it was a fantastic experience! If you love the outdoors but also appreciate a few creature comforts, this is the ideal setup. The cabin offered a cozy atmosphere with all the amenities — a comfortable bed, electricity, and a common kitchen and dining area with everything needed to cook our own food while still keeping us connected to nature. Forest view was incredibly peaceful. The privacy and quiet were exactly what we needed to unwind. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully stocked.

Munnangi S.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

With kids ·

Savor Carolina - Entire Complex

Savor was the perfect spot for our family getaway. Ryan was a great host and always made sure we had what we needed. We had 10 people in our group (5 andults and 5 kids) and we had plenty of space at his site. They also allow dogs which was a plus for us. The spot itself had all we needed to be comfortable, including a great kitchen with anything you might need to cook a meal. The accommodations were very comfortable. There were horseshoes and a corn hole set to use which gave us a great family activity in the evening. It is less than 5 minutes to Dillsboro, about 10 minutes to Sylva and 20 minutes to Bryson City where the Nantahala Outdoor Center is located. All great mountain towns to explore. Ryan also offers his service as a chef which we took him up on. If you visit I definitely recommend having him cook for you. Both meals we had were excellent. This is a unique space for “glamping” and I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a fun mountain experience.

Jared C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

We loved Savor Carolina!

Cabin 2 & Glamping Tent

We highly recommend Ryan’s place! The cabins were exactly right, with everything that you need. The tent was my favorite and I haven’t slept so well in years. Ryan cooked for us and it was such a treat! His food is delicious and he grows many of the things he uses. We will definitely be back!

Kate S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2024

Amazing Glamping/Chef experience

Glamping Tent on Campground Complex

The host Ryan went above and beyond and definitely exceeded our expectations. I loved the tent because there were zip-up windows all around that you could open or close so you felt immersed in nature. The outdoor amenities (lighting, picnic tables, etc) are really stylish. The community kitchen is super clean and organized. You really must do the chef dining option because it was so amazing and a great value. We’ll come back and check out the cool town of Sylva more next time.

Angie L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· March 2024

A hidden Gem

With pets ·

Savor Carolina - Entire Complex

What a perfect getaway. Glamping of the highest order. Facilities immaculate. Chef Ryan was a wonderful host, totally accommodating and very kind to our older not so well dog as well as an extraordinary Chef. The location was perfect, only minutes from Dillsboro and Sylva, 2 neat towns with their own exquisite. individuality. The site was private and tranquil despite its convenience to the local towns. You do not need to overpack for this trip. Most of the things you think you might need are already there and included.

David T.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2023

Perfect cabin experience

Cabin 1 en suite bathroom

Ryan's property was exactly as pictured and absolutely beautiful! I came to seclude myself for a few days to work on my novel and the cozy cabin was the perfect type of getaway for what I needed. Plus, the property was so welcoming - I chilled on the hammock, we had breakfast at the outdoor table, hung out by the fire pit, and even played with his dogs and other pups visitors brought. You can tell Ryan put A LOT of work into the construction of this campsite, including the vibe and amenities. Also, he is an AMAZING chef so I would recommend opting IN for some of his cooking. I will definitely be back for another writing retreat or even renting the entire place out with some friends for a delightful change of scenery.