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99% Recommend198 ratings · 172 reviews
We camped at Brass Camp it is above Johnsonville and the Glass House site. Nice plot to camp 3500 elevation, it’s level, had moss growing to cushion the ground. We had a 12ft 4 season tent with a 12ft rain fly we used as a porch and it fight just right with a lot of land left in front. You are next to a local road but traffic is pretty sparse. The Farm is really something , and is a working farm it has all the noises from the roaster to the donkey and ducks, it was pleasant to sit and listen. Amenities are very taken care of, bathhouse was great with hot showers and toilets , the Camp store was great with the kitchen sink area to wash up the dishes and potable water to refill your tanks. Stacey was great with our order for a pallet of wood making sure it was taken care of and onsite, I would have liked to take Greg up on visiting the farm and taking a look at the Mill they have onsite but stormy weather and snow held us back.
We will return!
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Jason W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Group Lane
Wonderful host, excellent views, nice bath facilities. I plan to return…
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Chris E.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Winding Stair Farm is the perfect campground, bar none. Lovingly and diligently cared for, the campgrounds are beautiful and all amenities a person might need are readily accessible, but it's still easy to feel like you're "a world away."
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Christina C.
4 reviews
We absolutely LOVED Winding Stair Campground, and will definitely be back. Each camp site is totally unique, and they're spaced out enough so that you have tons of privacy and room to spread out. Doesn't feel over crowded in the slightest, even when there are other campers on the property. The view from Brass camp was stunning, and we loved watching the sunsets over the mountains. Also appreciated having our pre-purchased pallet of wood waiting for us at our site when we arrived. The walk to the bath house was so easy, and WOW what a clean, thoughtful bath house. The showers were hot and spacious, and we appreciated the lovely shampoo + soap. The camp provisions store is awesome. We were able to take advantage daily for ice, which was so convenient! Also purchased some of the local, farm fresh eggs, which were delicious for breakfast, and brought home some of the grits made directly on the farm! There's plenty of frozen meat in the freezer, complimentary coffee to enjoy on the porch, and even blankets and water jugs to borrow. They've thought of everything for ease and comfort. We loved walks to the river, and checking out all the farm animals. Plus, the fact that it's gated made us feel extra safe. Perfectly situated for day hikes or trips to surrounding towns. So much love has gone into this property, and we felt it ten fold! Thanks for an amazing stay. We'll see you next time <3
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Anna H.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
The site was quiet with great power and working table options. Also great to have sink for dishes and clean up. This is the second visit in 3 months. I highly recommend.
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Art L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
With pets ·
River House (Private)
We had an outstanding visit to the River House - everything at the house & at Winding Stairs is extremely well thought out & made our stay & experience wonderful. Pictures & words don’t do it justice. Thank you to Robyn & staff!
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Ryan K.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Johnsonville (Riverside Tent Site)
Fantastic place where primitive meets glamping. Gorgeous views, relaxing waterfront. Bathrooms clean.
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Katie & Jon B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
With kids ·
Bunk Room - simple room/4 twin beds
This campground was amazing. Well maintained with beautiful views and plethora of amenities - honesty store, full bath house, recycling options, and a farm. The community pavilion provided hours of entertainment for the kiddos, and a few even braved the cold river’s swimming hole!
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Kimberly H.
16 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Group trip ·
River House (Private)
Well appointed amenities. Everything was super clean.
Absolutely beautiful place
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Sam F.
2 reviews
This property is so beautiful and relaxing.
The host is so accommodating, all the small details are exceptional.
I highly recommend staying here!
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Carol C.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Brass Camp (Tent site)
This was such a nice place! Pretty sure I was the only one there other than the property owners and managers, so super quiet. I tent camped and the moss made the ground so soft. Easy to get to. I’ll definitely rebook if I’m back in the area.
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Rosie B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent ·
Brass Camp (Tent site)
Robyn has created a very special place for camping. It is primitive enough, but with so many amenities for your convenience. The spots are laid out in a very private way (but comforting to know others are nearby if help is needed) The restrooms and showers are really nice and there are so many thoughtful conveniences in the pack house, including blankets to borrow for fire pit nights.! The grounds are so beautiful with the peaceful river flowing through. It is definitely a very unique space that we would love to come back to in the future. The nicest hip camp location we have ever stayed in.
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Mary M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Wish I could keep this gem a secret
Tent · With pets ·
Johnsonville (Riverside Tent Site)
Amazing property with numerous lodging options. Super clean bathrooms. Endless hot water (your teenagers will approve). Adorable camp store with fresh eggs. Covered pavilion with sink for washing dishes. Rained one night and we spent the evening under the pavilion cooking and hanging by the fire place. Great camping for the reluctant camper.
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Matthew C.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Glass House (Unique Structure)
Loved the glass house !! Beautiful and peaceful..
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Indrani S.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Group Lane
We loved the casual community feel. The hosts were amazing. Though there are 10 campsites, the spacing was done really well and your not on top of each other at all, like you may be at other campsites.
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Travis G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Glass House (Unique Structure)
We had an amazing stay at Winding Stair Campground. It was the perfect place for a peaceful digital cleanse and a true connection with nature. The campground itself is beautiful; tucked into the woods with easy river access and plenty of space to wander, explore, or just sit back and soak in the peaceful surroundings. A number of beautiful trails in the National forest is also nearby. The campground amenities are extremely well maintained and the camp store is well stocked with the essentials.
The Campground in Robyn’s land gave us exactly what we needed: peace, beauty, and a reset. I know I’ll be coming back whenever I need to recharge.
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Rahul C.
4 months on Hipcamp
This spot has it all- big views and small touches. It was a perfect place to bring our niece and nephew for the weekend so they could experience outdoor activities alongside creature comforts. It was such a joy to take the kids around the farm and show them the flowers, birds, bugs, sheep, and donkey. We felt really immersed in “farm life” for the weekend, and had bonus fun playing in the river and cooking on the campfire. This place is special, and we’ll be back.
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Emily M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Robyn’s land was absolutely gorgeous! We stayed at the Johnsonville Riverside site. It was fun, a beautiful scene, and so very peaceful. A store just up the hill. Very clean bathrooms and showers. The water was crystal clear. I’d definitely make this a regular spot for my husband and I.
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Michaela D.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
We had a deeply relaxing stay at the Hey, Barn and are looking forward to returning soon!
Cynthia L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Lane
We are very grateful to Robyn and the staff at Winding Stair Campground for making our 2025 Men's Retreat a success. The property is quiet, offering beautiful views and a nearby river. The facilities are clean, and the staff is extremely hospitable and attentive. Robyn and Heath were there to greet us upon arrival. Heath checked on us the second day. Our group of five arrived with three cars and had more than enough space to spread out our tents, utilize the fire pit and lounge chairs that were provided, as well as the wooden outdoor kitchen. We will definitely plan to return again next summer.
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Bradley B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Lane
Loved the experience and the land was beautiful and so peaceful
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Eric V.
6 months on Hipcamp
We had such a wonderful trip. The farm and campsite are just breathtaking, full of wildflowers and butterflies and the clearest creek. The bathhouse and campsites are so modern and well maintained. Fern gully was a great pick for our family with little kids (definitely bring your jogging stroller). We loved the privacy and the well furnished “tent” which really felt more like a hotel room. I loved how it was just a quick walk to the pavilion for easy dish washing. The weather was gorgeous even in the hottest part of summer, we slept so comfortably in the canvas tent. We can’t wait to come back and I took so many pictures. So happy to have this memory with my kids and husband. The campfire and grills are very nice and much easier to deal with than a traditional camp fire set up.
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Elizabeth G.
5 months on Hipcamp
The cabin is set in a wonderfully secluded spot within the campground. It’s well designed, but still rustic enough to keep you connected to the river out front and the trees all around. This place is ran by kind people that love sharing a very special place.
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Brett J.
2 reviews
Camping beside the Nantahala River at Winding Stair Campground was an amazing experience! Robyn and Heath were both excellent sources of information about the campground, the farm, and the surrounding area. Definitely one of the top sites that I have ever camped… Cannot wait to return in the Fall to experience the mountains and WS Campground!
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James P.
1 year on Hipcamp
What a great place to stay for a weekend! Was closed to the town to visit and tour around, but also the location was great just to enjoy! Got to visit their farm and loved the mill. The bathrooms were well stocked and very clean. Having a shower was great, especially if your kids play in the river as much as ours did. Would highly recommend this place. We plan on coming back in the future.
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Samy C.
9 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Brass Camp (Tent site)
Winding Stair Campground is AMAZING! By far my favorite Hipcamp to date. The bathrooms are spotless. They have thought of every little detail to make guests stay even better. The land is absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend.
Sarah C.
9 reviews
What a special place! We camped at “Johnsonville” where we especially enjoyed our private river access and proximity to the pavilion. Can’t wait to come back and bring friends!
Amy B.
5 years on Hipcamp
Winding Stair Campground is a must visit. They have EVERYTHING! This is the most thoughtfully planned out HipCamp I have ever visited. If you forgot something they have it either in the bathrooms or in the honest camp store that’s open 24/7. They make it so easy to find your site with their detailed maps and to navigate their property with the signs. The animals are amazing, the land is managed so nicely and the creek is so pristine and relaxing. They have great common areas and the bathrooms are amazing!! 10/10 will be back and highly recommend.
Christine S.
8 reviews
This is a beautiful property with lovely community areas.
Terri S.
2 reviews
Perfect. Simply perfect. Everything was just perfect.
Cynthia L.
3 reviews
Location
Franklin, Macon, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Stacy B.
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