Best Glamping near Surry, VA
Chippokes State Park Campground houses upscale glamping accommodations in a historic plantation setting dating to the 1600s. The park's glamping options include climate-controlled yurts nestled within wooded areas offering privacy without sacrificing comfort. Each unit features raised platform floors, comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and easy access to modern restroom facilities with hot showers. Machicomoco State Park also provides luxury camping experiences with yurt accommodations along the riverside. These circular canvas structures combine traditional tent camping aesthetics with high-end amenities including proper bedding, electricity, and sturdy protection from the elements. Visitors appreciate the balance of nature and comfort these accommodations provide. One guest shared, "Love Chippokes! Feels country-esque but also like you're on a plantation! Beautiful trails. Great campground! Feels like you're a million miles away from it all."
The James River location enhances glamping experiences with fossil hunting opportunities along the shoreline where prehistoric shells erode from riverbanks beneath twisted knobby trees. Glamping guests can explore the working farm that's operated continuously since 1619, tour the historic plantation mansion, and visit the farming equipment museum and livestock exhibits. The park's Olympic-sized swimming pool provides complimentary access for glamping guests, while hiking trails wind through temperate forests revealing the natural history of the region. A short ferry ride across the James River connects glampers to Jamestown and Williamsburg's historic attractions and entertainment options. According to a camper, "Chippokes is a gem! Quaint park with a variety of activities. You can tour the mansion on the property along with some other historical sites, or just take a stroll along the shoreline of the gorgeous, sprawling James River."