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The Batesville Sweet Spot

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· Afton, Albemarle, Virginia
100 acres hosted by Margaret H.
1 RV/tent site · 1 tent site
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Near Shenandoah National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Rockfish Gap Fee Office.
Private sites
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MARGARET is a Star Host
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Enjoy 100 acres of mature hardwoods, meadows, ponds, and a small stream, the headwaters of the Mechums River. We recognize it as the ancestral lands of the Monacan Indian Nation, a Siouan-speaking tribe of Virginia's Piedmont and mountain regions. We welcome all people to enjoy the land we have been privileged to inhabit for the past fifty years. The property is under a conservation easement with The Nature Conservancy and has a recently installed 5-acre wildflower meadow and 1,000 newly planted trees. Fifty acres are mature hardwood forests. Our two Hipcamp sites offer absolute privacy and quiet on 100 acres of open meadows, forests, a small stream, and two ponds. The barn has water and electricity so that you can recharge your phone. Enjoy bird watching, fire-gazing, bicycling, and hiking our many trails. Firewood is provided at no extra charge. Fires are allowed, weather permitting. HIpcampers will be notified if there is a no-burn policy. Up to four kids are free. One pond features a sandy beach, a mud kitchen for the little ones, a dock, two kayaks, two canoes, and an island complete with a hammock! On starry nights, paddle to the floating dock for excellent stargazing. Both ponds are stocked. LOCATION: DETAILS OF TWO CAMPING SITES The two sites are separate from one another, located at different ends of the property. If you are deciding which campsite to choose, here are a few things to consider: Both sites are private, quiet, and within walking distance of a pond or swimming hole, but offer different advantages. WIFI is unreliable at either site but available at the barn, closest to the RIDGE. THE RIDGE CAMPSITE This is a true gem of a campground, with a mature hardwood forest on an incredibly situated ridgeline running north-south. The walking paths around the property are splendid, with signs of native wildlife, including turkey, deer, beaver, piliated woodpecker, and much more. It offers an easy drive right into. The outhouse is a close walk from your campsite—an open meadow on a ridge surrounded by forest and a 5-minute walk to the pond. It is best for groups of 10 and under. It has a fire pit, a picnic table, and a hammock. THE RIVER CAMPSITE is a larger open meadow beside a small stream, suited for small and larger groups (up to 20). A refreshing swimming hole is a short walk away, and the pond is a longer walk. CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT DETAILS - Check-in is available after 4 pm; - Check-out time is four. Exceptions can be made on certain days. Please inquire ahead of time. GENERAL LOCATION We are located off a country gravel road at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, two miles from The Batesville Market, where you can pick up gourmet fare and hear live music most Saturday nights. NEARBY SIGHTSEEING AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES We are within half an hour's driving distance of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Crozet Tunnel, the Shenandoah National Park, Charlottesville, Waynesboro, and Staunton (and its famous Blackfriar Theater). Numerous vineyards, breweries, and distilleries dot the countryside in this area. We would love to share it with you!
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54 ratings · 43 reviews
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Heather K.recommends
October 23, 2023
Mountain Ridge Site
Wonderful property
This space was absolutely gorgeous and Margaret was a great host. The property is brea taking and we are already planning our next trip!
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Alisha H.recommends
October 21, 2023
Mountain Ridge Site
We had a wonderful time camping at the ridge site. The hosts were thoughtful and left plenty of firewood, newspaper and matches. We enjoyed walking around the beautiful property, seeing the pond and creek. You can tell their property is well loved. The nearby General Store had a lot of yummy sandwiches and anything you'd need. The site is close to Afton and all the breweries. We rode motorcycles on the parkway and the roads from the campsite to the parkway were beautiful. We would love to come back.
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Amy F.recommends
October 1, 2023
Riverside Circle
We had a great time camping at Batesville Sweet spot at the riverside campsite! This campsite was very private in a big meadow surrounded by lots of trees with a small creek flowing next to it. It has a big fire pit with lots of fire wood on site which was great to have provided. We checked out the blue ridge tunnel trail which was about 15 minute drive. Therea lots to explore on the property. The host were very communicative.
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Brandy J.recommends
September 17, 2023
Riverside Circle
Margaret and Rick are wonderful hosts! We truly enjoyed staying at their camp and meeting them. Very nice spot and peaceful. Close to good hiking and restaurants.
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Karen O.recommends
September 17, 2023
Mountain Ridge Site
Visiting Margaret’s property has become an annual campout for our daughter’s birthday. It is something we all look forward to every year. We are so grateful to Margaret for sharing her property so that we can continue to create such special memories.
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Kaliah C.recommends
September 11, 2023
Mountain Ridge Site
We loved camping at this beautiful property! The swimming pond and walking trails were great! The hosts were very thoughtful and added special touches like fresh flowers, dry firewood, and local recommendations to make the stay feel even more cozy.
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Afton, Albemarle, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), and Manahoac First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Margaret H.Joined in November 2020
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