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    By the water

    99%
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    44 reviews
     · Burlington, Alamance, North Carolina · 20 acres
    Hosted by Wendy W.
    RV/tent site
    · 6 guests max
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    Nomadic camping
    Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
    Wendy is a Star Host
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    All to yourself
    98% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
    Beautiful 20+ acres with a large pond all to yourself! Situated conveniently next to the state highway, our farm has a barn and newly planted blue berries and fruit trees. Fishing, canoeing, stargazing, wildlife watching... a perfect place to relax and unwind. Local attractions include Animal Park at the Conservators Center and the charming downtown Mebane. Pets are welcomed. Take a walk around the pond or venture into the woods, and enjoy your stay! P.S. If you are planning an extended stay (more than 4 weeks) or have a party exceeding 6 people, please reach out to me directly. Thank you.Dry camping only. We currently don't have marked areas, but multiple camping spots are available. Please no tents or vehicles in the barn. If you choose to camp down by the pond, please note that the area is low and tends to get muddy. Only tents can be set up down the pond. All vehicles should stay on the main grass driveway. Thank you! There are no other campers on the property. During the growing season, we mow the grass about twice a month and do maintenance work around the pond and on the blueberry and other plants occasionally. If you happen to see people working on the property, that will be us.
    Vehicle details
    Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed
    Vehicles under 45 feet allowed
    Plenty of space to turn your vehicle around
    Pull-through site
    Plenty of space to turn your vehicle around
    Accommodates slideouts
    Plenty of space to turn your vehicle around
    Surface type: Grass or field
    Slight slop in some areas
    Surface levelness: Flat
    Slight slop in some areas
    Generators allowed
    No electrical hookup
    No water hookup
    No sewage hookup
    No TV hookup
    What to expect
    RV/tent site
    You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
    6 guests max
    Campfires allowed
    Firepit. We provide a portable fire pit. No ground fires.
    Pets allowed
    No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
    No potable water
    No showers
    Pack it out
    Cooking equipment absent
    Picnic table absent
    No wifi
    Laundry absent
    Hot Tub absent

    Things to know

    Getting there
    Check in: After 2:00 PM
    Check out: Before 11:00 AM
    On arrival: Head straight to site
    Cancellation policy: Moderate
    Minimum nights: 1 night
    Accepts bookings: 12 months out
    Park at listing
    Wheelchair accessible
    Max 2 vehicles
    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.
    Reviews
    99% Recommend53 Ratings · 44 reviews
    Camping 'By the Water' offers a serene escape with a large pond and plenty of privacy. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful scenery and the opportunity for peaceful fishing or kayaking. While some noise from nearby roads and animals can be heard, most guests find it easy to tune out. The site is well-maintained, with responsive hosting making it a welcoming retreat.
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    Julia B.
    1 month on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    Tent · With pets
    Beautiful serene space that was well taken care of. Slept great and our dog had an amazing time running around the wide open space. Highly recommend!
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    Damon H.
    5 reviews
    Recommends
    · December 2024
    10 ft pop-up camper
    I enjoyed my stay at By the Water. Really large pond. I didn't venture out. Just wanted some quiet time. Will stay there again.
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    Kristin H.
    6 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · November 2024
    Tent
    Beautiful, private, and excellent fishing! We liked how shutting the gate behind us made it feel even more secluded. There were many great options for where to pitch our tent. There was quite a bit of noise from neighboring properties - shooting practice (afternoon/evening only), dogs, road noise and roosters/screaming chickens that continued throughout the night. I recommend ear plugs or noise cancelling headphones/ear buds to sleep. While it appeared there was a lot going on around us, we didn't see anyone else nor anything but the beautiful fall leaves and reflections in the lake. The positives more than outweighed the negatives, and we would return.
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    Scott B.
    15 reviews
    Recommends
    · November 2024
    21 ft campervan · With pets
    Very pleasant place! I spent a night here in my van; it was quiet, peaceful, and the view of the pond (almost a lake) was beautiful. Property is easy to find, entry is through a gate, and road/two track in is very well maintained. Level ground and good cell service (Spectrum in my case). Another Hipcamp winner!
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    Richard S.
    7 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · October 2024
    Nice camp site with excellent host.
    Tent · Group trip
    Wendy was an excellent host and was very responsive to my queries and requests. The property is very picturesque and the main camp site large enough for 2-3 small to medium sized tents. Like other reviews, I would mention that the site is only about 100-150 yards from a state highway and the nearby roosters crowed 24 hours a day so there is some noise. The dogs from the nearby kennel (sounded like hunting hounds) barked off and on during the day and night as well so if you are looking for quiet solitude this may not be the place for you. That being said, we didn't find it too distracting.
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    David B.
    6 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · October 2024
    Fantastic
    Tent · With pets
    This place is a hidden gem! I’m almost hesitant to leave a review for fear of it being booked solid. Very peaceful, secluded, so many places to set up a tent ( we tent camp). This was our first time here and we have already booked again in 2 weeks. Host was very helpful with information as well. Highly recommended!
    Location
    Burlington, Alamance, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cheraw, Mánu: Yį Įsuwą (Catawba), Saponi, Occaneechi, Eno, and Shakori First Nations according to
    Native Land Digital.
    To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Wendy W.

    Joined in July 2021
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