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What Camping Should Be!

Riverton, WV, USA

This is what camping should be! -Slumbering in a comfy queen bed -Don’t have to set up a tent -Private campsite -Your own bathroom facilities. If you like adventure, the outdoors, and new things, this is for you! There’s so much to do in this area— hiking, rock climbing, zip-lining, exploring caves, viewing waterfalls, stargazing, and more! It’s secluded in nature and it feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere! Come here to disconnect from normal life and reconnect with your loved one.

amenities

Essentials

Bedroom and laundry
Essentials

Home safety
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Smoke alarm

Parking and facilities
Free parking on premises

The space

It is a 3 minute walk from the parking area to the tent. You MUST READ the check-in instructions very carefully before you come (we will send them 2 days before arrival). Otherwise, it’s hard telling where you may end up in this great forest. If you be sure to READ AND FOLLOW our instructions, you should find the place easily. Amenities? Queen bed, mini fridge, electric lights, outhouse, outdoor shower, outdoor propane stove, fire pit, picnic table, all your bedding, towels and washcloths, 6 gallons of water (you can walk to the hydrant for more- it’s a 5 min walk), a wood stove, and an AMAZING view. We will have instructions for using the shower, using the outhouse (don’t worry, it’s easy-just a couple of instructions), making a campfire, etc. in the tent. The tent is situated in a meadow overlooking the mountains- You can see Nelson Rocks from the yard. No other dwellings or vacation cabins can be seen from the tent when the leaves are on the trees. We have 3 other cabins in the area, but they cannot be seen from the tent. Cool local attractions you may want to research before you come: Seneca Rocks, Spruce Knob, Nelson Rocks, Seneca Caverns, Sinks of Gandy, North Fork Mountain Trail, Gaudineer Scenic Area, Blackwater Falls, Elakala Falls, Davis and Thomas, Douglas Falls, Mountain Rail, Dolly Sods, Canaan Valley, etc! We have been getting people outside for 13 years now with our vacation cabins. However, this is our first glamping tent. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns you have. That will help us know what we should be adding to our description! The tent now has an electric fireplace and a small ceramic heater. If the night is chilly, don't hesitate to run both heaters as hot as they will go! We want you to be comfortable. Please note that we do not allow early check-ins or late check-outs. Check-in is anytime after 4 pm, and check-out is 11:00 am or before.

Guest access

You will have access to the entire tent, the surrounding yard area, the outhouse, and the outdoor shower. These are your own private accommodations and are not shared with any other guests. There is just one locked shed for cleaning supplies next to the shower.

2 guest

1 bedroom / 1 bed

1 Bath

the location

testimonial

This place is great. Very well executed and sited perfectly. The hosts are clearly detail-oriented folks who work hard to make sure everything is taken care of. We had a blast.

Ted
07/30/2023

What a lovely time we had over the weekend. With amazing views of Judy Gap, Milky Way and star gazing views, and an adorable tent with all of the amenities this campsite has it all. Surrounding parks were beautiful! We recommend Dolly Sods and Blackwater Falls! Our host Marissa was wonderful and there to help in any way!

Haley
10/15/2023

My wife and I had a blast and can’t wait to do it again

Richard
10/02/2023

All I can say it was sad to leave. Three nights just wasn’t enough!

Heather
08/22/2023

My husband and I had a wonderful experience on our first glamping trip! This tent is absolutely beautiful and has an amazing setting. We arrived after dark but had no trouble finding or getting into the tent. The lit walkway and lights strung around the tent not only created a dreamy setting, but were very helpful navigating in the dark. The electric fireplace and small space heater kept the tent very comfortable in unseasonably low temperatures. We enjoyed all of the amenities from the lovely furnishings to the top notch outhouse. :) The hosts provided very clear, easy to follow instructions for everything.

Amanda
06/21/2023

The tent was exactly as pictured and described. It was private, peaceful and a good location for the hiking we were looking to do. The mountains of West Virginia were very refreshing! The host was very helpful and quick to respond as we were getting ready to visit!

Claire
05/23/2023

My husband and I stayed to celebrate Easter and our anniversary. We wanted to get away from the news and "real life" for a few days. What Camping Should Be was perfect. The location is absolutely beautiful with views you will never forget. We had everything we needed; the bed was very comfy, the stove kept us toasty and the picnic table with propane cook stove was really nice too. The "bathroom" is spotless. Thanks to Kent and Marissa for being helpful in finding a good fishing hole and also recommending the quick drive to Spruce Knob. Everything was PERFECT!

Laura
04/26/2022

Good morning! We just wanted to say thank you so much for offering the amazing place to stay. We checked out this morning from tent 1 and we absolutely loved it. We wished we could have stayed another night if I didn’t have classes today. I was looking for a place to put a review but wasn’t able to find where to put it, so I thought I’d just send you a message. The lighted walkway to the tent is so welcoming and beautiful. The lights outside of the tent and on the porch were great, it lit up the outside just enough for us to see and walk to the bathroom but not be too bright to disturb anybody else. The inside of the tent was perfect. The bed was very comfortable. Plenty of room to sit and also put your belongings. The wood stove kept us nice and cozy during the nights when it got a little bit chilly. We appreciated all of the instructions in the binder! Last but not least, that view was AMAZING! Overall, we had a great time and hope to stay a few more times next year! Thank you!

Megan and Courtney
10/13/2021

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! If you run out, however, local convenience stores sell campfire wood bundles.

6 gallons of nonpotable wash water will be left at the tent. You can get more at the hydrant that is a 5-minute walk from the tent. Although several bottles of drinking water will be left at the tent to get you started, you will want to bring drinking water with you.

Yes

Gateway Family Restaurant is the nearest restaurant. It is just 3 miles from the cabin. Their food and prices are great! Other nearby options include The Hollow, Subway, Korner Shop Cafe, and Yokum's General Store and Deli.

Great Value in Franklin.

Spruce Knob, Seneca Rocks, Nelson Rocks, Smoke Hole Caverns, Gaudineer Scenic Area, North Fork Mountain Trail, Elakala Falls, Lindy Point, Pase Point, Blackwater Falls, Dolly Sods, Mountain Rail

Gateway Family Restaurant 3 miles from the cabin and Yokum's General Store in Seneca Rocks.

You might get a little AT&T service at random places on the property. For more reliable AT&T, drive to the East Overlook close to Spruce Knob, or there is a small stretch you can get service between Spruce Mountain Cabins and Seneca Rocks. You can get Verizon around 50 minutes away in the Canaan Valley area.

House Rules

-The person booking the tent is responsible for all damages to the property by your
party.
-Inventory will be taken after each stay, and missing items will be billed to the person
that registers the cabin.
-Check-in time is anytime after 4 pm; check-out time is no later than 11:00 am.
-To avoid additional cleaning fees, please leave the property neat and clean upon
departure.
-Please leave used sheets, towels, and washcloths in a pile on the floor inside the
tent and take all trash out to the garbage can by the parking area.
-No smoking or vaping inside; leave no evidence of smoking outside.
-No discharge of fire arms, fire works, or other explosives.
--No loud or disruptive behavior, abuse of alcohol, or drug usage will be permitted.
-There will be no house keeping services during your stay except by request for an
additional charge.
-Members of staff or management may enter the premises for the purpose of
inspection and verification of maximum occupancy at anytime.
-We will not be responsible for any injuries to anyone in your party or loss of property
for any reason.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund minus credit card fees up until 14 days before check-in.
After that, guests can cancel up to 5 days before check-in and get a refund of one night and the cleaning fee.

What Camping Should Be!