“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? ~ Mary Oliver, American poet whose work was inspired by solitary walks in the wild
Blending a lifelong passion for outdoor adventure with her entrepreneurial spirit and some sentimental family ties, Founder Debby Hanley is thrilled to invite you to explore Glamping Wild.
This 40-acre parcel of property in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains has been in her family since the 1970s, and the supremely scenic destination has finally found its beautiful purpose. Debby – an avid world traveler herself – couldn’t be more proud!
“This wonderful location was compliments of my dad, who found the property and always wanted to do something special with it,” she explains. “Now, I’m able to do that in his memory.”
Following the loss of both her dad and her brother, Debby felt called to leave a 30-year legal career in South Florida, finding her next life chapter in North Carolina.
“The story of Glamping Wild started with a decision to renovate, rather than sell, a family cabin – now affectionately known as the Redheaded Woodpecker,” she said. “While I was doing that renovation, I kept driving by this little three-tent Glampground every day and had no idea what the structures were.”
Research led her to the term “geodesic dome tents” and even more studying introduced her to the concept of “Glamping.” Fascinated, Debby found it was the perfect marriage of all the things she was passionate about, and she found the idea of creating a luxury space in the wilderness very appealing.
“This was something I could create in memory of my dad on this beautiful land that he discovered,” she shares. “Before long, I knew building a Glampground on it was perfect. It’s been a long process from concept to reality, but we are finally finished! Our dedication is rooted in creating a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience that truly offers meaningful value.”
Debby shares her genuine aim is to deliver a Glamping experience like no other – perfectly blending the luxuries of home with the raw charm of untamed nature. Luxuriously designed and furnished, the destination features a trio of 20-foot dome tents with queen-sized beds and luxury bedding, plus a private bath and shower. “Caim” and “Dochas” are dog-friendly tents, while “Kokoro” is reserved for pet-free travelers. Caim is the Gaelic word for sanctuary, and Dochas is the Gaelic word for hope, while the Japanese word Kokoro simply means heart.
In keeping with the plan of discovering your own personal sanctuary, you won’t find TVs at Glamping Wild, though you will have WiFi access; but Debby predicts you won’t miss your favorite go-to binge habit as she invites you to embark on a close-to-home adventure, with a chance to fall in love for the first time – or re-establish your bond – with the great outdoors!
Glamping Wild is located in the very northwest corner of North Carolina, in an area affectionately known as the Flatwoods. The inspiring destination is less than an hour drive from Boone and West Jefferson in NC and Mountain City in TN. You’ll find lush hiking and walking trails, including an interpretive walking trail, relax in stream-front sitting areas, enjoy a chance to explore the wetlands preserve and, in your free time, savor a quiet stroll in the walking labyrinth. Each dome features a kitchenette and cookware, and there are private fire tables on each deck, as well as a communal fire pit at a stream-side beach, plus three cold plunge areas, charcoal grill and picnic table. Both indoor games (board games or cards) and outdoor games (corn hole and spike ball) are available for downtime, or simply borrow binoculars or the telescope from the Well House for bird watching or stargazing!
The incredible Glamping Wild experience is now open to nature and luxury loving glampers! For more information, visit goglampingwild.com, call 954.261.4352 or email [email protected]. Be sure to follow them on Instagram @glampingwild for opening specials. Glamping Wild is located in Ashe County at 1421 Flatwoods School Road, Creston, NC.
