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AfarJul 21, 2026

At This Glamping Retreat in Western North Carolina, the National Park Starts in Your Backyard

Set on 108 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, Elk & Embers has seven cabins and tents—and some of the best views around. Best of all: It’s only an hour’s drive from Asheville. That proximity—and the ...

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  • Elk & EmbersHotelGlamping resort opened April 2025 on 108 acres.
  • Overlook LodgeRestaurantReception and communal space slated to open August 1.
  • MarketShedMarketCommunal area with s'mores, drinks, and frozen meals.
  • Elsewhere
  • Biltmore EstateAttractionAsheville, United StatesGilded Age splendor to tour in Asheville.
  • River Arts DistrictNeighborhoodAsheville, United StatesSee incredible hurricane-recovery efforts in rebuilt area.
  • Cataloochee Ski AreaSightClyde, United StatesNearby winter recreation option.
  • Haywood RoadNeighborhoodAsheville, United StatesWest Asheville dining crawl with many standouts.
  • Harmony WineRestaurantAsheville, United StatesRecently opened sibling to Neng Jr.'s.
  • Leo's House of ThirstRestaurantAsheville, United States
  • Pink Moon BarRestaurantAsheville, United States
  • Neng Jr.'sRestaurantAsheville, United States
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