Best Glamping near Charlottesville, VA
Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort houses upscale yurts and specialty glamping accommodations just outside Charlottesville, Virginia. These canvas structures offer a premium outdoor experience with full kitchens, private bathrooms, comfortable beds with linens, and climate control. The yurts feature stylish furnishings, coffee makers, popcorn, toiletries, and complete bedding packages. Some accommodations include outdoor hot tubs or private decks for enhanced relaxation. Sun Retreats Shenandoah Valley provides lakefront glamping cottages with kitchenettes, basic cooking supplies, and comfortable sleeping arrangements. These glamping options sit near multiple natural attractions including Shenandoah National Park, Lake Anna, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. One guest shared, "We stayed in a yurt, and I'm gonna let the photos do most of the talking. Yurt has a full kitchen and bath. Coffee, popcorn, toiletries, linens provided."
Horseback riding at Shenandoah Crossing creates a distinctive glamping experience with stables and pastures offering scenic sunset views. Guests can book trail rides or carriage tours through the property while staying in comfort. Both glamping destinations feature swimming facilities—Shenandoah Crossing offers multiple pools including an indoor option connected to the outdoor pool, while Sun Retreats provides a swimming lake for cooling off. Additional resort amenities include miniature golf, boat rentals, tennis courts, fitness centers, and organized activities. The properties maintain varying seasonal operations, with some accommodations available year-round and others closed during winter months. A visitor noted, "Lovely time in the yurt! Walked around the property and saw the horses and checked out the primitive sites." Proximity to Charlottesville's historic sites, wineries, and Monticello enhances these glamping locations as ideal basecamps for exploring Virginia's cultural attractions.
