- Claypool Hill
First Hipcamper Club
Earn this patch by being the first to spend a night outside at a new Hipcamp.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 15 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-in site
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Flat
No class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Bins available
No potable water
No showers
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be availableCheck out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
Follow the
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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
RV/tent sites
1 site
Instant book
Flower Barn
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Reviews
90% Recommend26 ratings · 16 reviews
Friendly host. Great views! We showed up just at dark and they led us up to camp. Firewood was provided. Very quite and amazing sunrise!
Unfortunately, we never made it the the campsite due to traveling issues. I reached out to the host and never received any communication back.
By a miracle, I was able to drive into Burke's Garden after Hurricane Helene went through. The power was out, but since Mattie and her family are Amish, it didn't matter. The festival I came for was cancelled. Mattie directed me to a dryish spot on some gravel since 9 inches of rain had fallen and she advised not to drive my two-wheel drive car on the camping fields. Since all the power was out in the valley and I was on Amish land anyway, I saw more stars than I'd seen on a summer night ever! Beautiful! The Amish breakfast I had asked for was delicious and Mattie's family was very pleasant to speak with. I met a few of their friendly dogs and their carriage horse who appreciated a couple of apples. It was a lovely experience, even if the Fall Festival was cancelled. Highly recommend.
Loved tent camping here! Nice secluded campsite behind Mattie's Place. They weedate a nice spot and provided plenty of wood! Very pretty view. Just watch for cowpies! Hosta very welcoming!
Mixed feelings
· June 2024
14 ft campervan ·
Site 3 - Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
Mattie’s was very nice and they even brought us a latrine at sunset as they had forgotten to put one out for us. We had intended to stay 2 nights and leave on Monday, but we knew they were uncomfortable with us driving in and out on a Sunday so we decided when we left to hike the AT we would pack up and just leave. The presence of a store was very nice but I knew I would appreciate a shower so heading to Hungry Mother park became an easy decision.
Recommends
· April 2024
16 ft car ·
Site 6 - Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
I spent a nice weekend at Mattie’s, camping in the field behind the house/ general store, in my class B camper van. There are no marked sites, you just pull up somewhere close to the fire ring. This place is a textbook example for a pastoral setting! On a hill top, surrounded by green pastures with neat farm buildings in the distance. Keep in mind this is an unimproved farm field, complete with fresh “cow pies”. A real deal, agricultural setting. Unfortunately during my stay the general store and the home cooking was not available as Mattie had recently broken her wrist. But no problem for me as I’m self contained. There is a second general store, about 1.6 miles away, that makes excellent sandwiches. So there is good food available. But the real treasure here is Burke’s Garden. You have to experience it for yourself.
Not recommend
· October 2023
Unfortunately this experience wasn’t great, this “open pasture” was filled with sheep and their poop. We were told by the host this is managed by an external person so forgot we were coming and nothing was as advertised in the listing. There was not access to portable toilets, no fire wood, etc. We ended up leaving that night and received a refund although the host never apologized for ruining our trip.
I would recommend only booking during the summer months and asking the host some follow up questions so you have no surprises.
Mattie's Hipcamp was just what we were looking for in our truck camper trip. Nestled in Burkes Garden Valley, it was tucked away on a farm with a little fire ring and a bench. The gentleman that got us access to the field even brought us firewood. All and all a nice experience.
Recommends
· November 2022
Tent ·
Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
We had such a lovely time! The farm was immaculate and Mattie was so kind and welcoming. The camp site was perfect for putting up our tent and had a wonderful view of the surrounding farms. My boyfriend really enjoyed biking the road loop around Burke’s Garden. We had cinnamon rolls at the store and they were incredible. Will absolutely be back again and recommend this spot to friends and family!
Recommends
· November 2022
Tent · With pets ·
Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
David and Mattie made sure we were well taken care of on a unexpectedly rainy evening. Thank you!
Recommends
· October 2022
Tent · With pets ·
Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
It’s lovely lovely area… I felt very safe - would highly recommend.
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· May 2022
Tent · With kids ·
Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
Not only did the views look amazing, you get a true sense of people who do what they love. There is a restaurant ran by the family and it's amazing. You feel welcome the moment you step foot on the property. Can not recommend it enough.
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· May 2022
We had a wonderful time! Host is very nice. We only stayed one night and it was raining the majority of the time but we still had one of the best camping experiences yet. Our 7 and 2 year old loved seeing the cows scattered around the mountains and we all loved the amazing views the sites offer. We plan on coming back to stay longer and bringing our Australian Shepherd. The general store is lovely and the baked goods are amazing. We can't wait to plan our next stay. Cannot recommend this place enough.
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· March 2022
16 ft car · Group trip ·
Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
Great experience. Hosts couldn't have been more friendly or accommodating. Beautiful pasture on a hill to wake up to.
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· March 2022
19 ft campervan · Group trip ·
Burke’s Garden Camping ⛺️
Great host. Very responsive and nice.
Beautiful spot and would love to stay.
Recommends
· December 2021
We stayed at Mattie's place over Thanksgiving week and it was very cold! But the benefit was that there were no other campers in Mattie's field. Beautiful views of Burke's Garden, with fantastic sunset and sunrise. Well built out firepit and a ton of firewood available. Mattie's store is just down the hill and she has freshly baked bread and other items, plus hot breakfast available. Great spot to stay for a night as we explored Burke Garden for the day.
Location
Claypool Hill, Tazewell County, Virginia, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Wild A.
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