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Luxury Smoky Mountains glamping near Deep Creek. Private safari tents, yurts, and a mountain lodge, each with its own hot tub and fire pit.
Welcome to Elk Hollow Resort
Elk Hollow Resort is a private glamping resort in Bryson City, North Carolina, tucked beside Deep Creek and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Our boutique property blends the freedom of the outdoors with resort comfort: climate control, full kitchens, spacious decks, and your own hot tub under the stars.
It is glamping in North Carolina done properly. Whether you are planning a romantic escape, a family adventure, or a slow weekend away from the city, Elk Hollow is your home base in the Smokies.
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A short walk through the tents, yurts, and lodge, and the forest they sit in.
Choose Your Stay
Ten safari tents, four yurts, and a four bedroom lodge. Every Smoky Mountains glamping stay is private, self contained, and set in peaceful forest.
Our Signature
Authentic South African safari tents nestled in the western North Carolina mountains. Wake to birdsong, then step inside to a climate controlled space with a king bed, full kitchen, and private bath. String lights make the nights unforgettable.
Year Round Comfort
Solid hard wall yurts with metal roofs, built for every season while keeping you close to the forest. Fully equipped kitchens, a king bed, and your own hot tub under the stars make these one of the most unique yurt stays in NC.
For Groups & Families
The Lookout Lodge is our four bedroom, four bath mountain cabin with a full kitchen, big dining space, a game room, and sunset views from the patio. Ideal for family reunions, multi family trips, and group getaways in the Smokies.
The Elk Hollow Difference
A boutique North Carolina glamping resort built around privacy, comfort, and the mountains right outside your door.
Every stay has its own private hot tub and fire pit. No shared facilities, no waiting your turn.
Choose from ten safari tents, four hard wall yurts, or the four bedroom Lookout Lodge.
Five minutes to waterfalls, tubing, and Smoky Mountain trails. Minutes more to downtown Bryson City.
Rated 4.9 by 200+ guests and cared for by Jeanetta, who answers fast and thinks of everything.
Private hot tub
Soaking tub
Spacious deck
Games & funGuest Reviews
Real reviews from Google and Tripadvisor, across every tent, yurt and the lodge.
It's rare in this day and age for a location not only to meet expectations, but to exceed them. We booked Lost Creek for our first child-free adventure in 7 years. Cleanliness, peaceful setting, starry nights, lightning bugs and morning bird songs. It was everything we hoped for.
We had the sweetest time staying at Firefly for our honeymoon! It was so close to Bryson City but far enough away that it felt like we were the only ones in the woods. From the heated bed to the wrap around porch with a view of the mountains, I could not recommend Elk Hollow enough!
We had a fantastic stay at Elk Hollow in Canopy. The tent was well made, well kept, well furnished, and very clean. The whole area was very private and quiet. Jeanetta was extremely responsive to any inquiry or issue we had.
What a darling and unique place to stay. The safari tent Firefly was so comfortable and cozy! Jeanetta has thought of everything. The furnishings are comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked. The bed is very comfortable.
From the moment my wife and I drove up the secluded mountain road to our tent heaven, we both knew it was going to be one of the greatest experiences of our retired lives. The hot tub, soaking tub, walk-in shower and fire pit made our 35th anniversary so special.
Had a quiet and peaceful family vacation staying at the Serengeti for a week. We really enjoyed staying in the safari tent, it was set up so cute! All the essentials that we needed were provided. We loved the deck, the hot tub and the campfires.
We stayed in Lost Creek tent and it was wonderful. Really enjoyed sitting in comfortable chairs on deck, reading and listening to nature. Bed was very comfortable. Mornings were chilly and the heated mattress cover was a delight. Bathroom is fantastic. We will be back!
What a great place to stay, the location is perfect, close to the Smoky Mountains and the wonderful village of Bryson City. The yurt we stayed in was beautiful and clean with everything you need. Great showers. Great balcony with nice chairs and of course a nice jacuzzi.
Stayed a weekend in the Aztec and it was more gorgeous than the pictures show! It was peaceful and relaxing, the owner thought out every detail so perfectly and I can't wait to go back and spend some more time there.
We spent a week at Lookout Lodge and it was everything we hoped for! Most times the pictures are a little misleading in how nice the view is, but the view was just spectacular. Walking onto the porch after we pulled in was the perfect welcome.
We spent 3 nights at this awesome cabin. Everything was clean and well maintained. The kitchen was fully stocked and there were lots of extra features that made our stay even better. We had a small issue with the hot tub but it was quickly handled. We would definitely rent this cabin again.
The safari tent was absolutely amazing! Beautiful, clean, excellent communication with the owner. We will definitely go back again. The location is perfect.
Our stay was so relaxing and enjoyable. We utilized the hot tub and grilled one night. There was everything we needed in the kitchen for our meal prep and cooking. We had a couple of meals in Bryson City, both were very good. Overall, a great time was had by all.
What a super fun place!! We spent our 34th anniversary here and found it to be very romantic! The location is beautiful and the accommodations are top notch right down to the minor details. Jeanetta has done an amazing job.
We were looking for a unique glamping experience to celebrate our anniversary and my birthday. We came across Elk Hollow Resort. I must say, we were very pleased with our decision to stay here. The two bedroom yurt was comfortable, well appointed and private.
My husband and I stayed for our honeymoon weekend, and we ABSOLUTELY loved this place. It was clean, had everything you needed, and was in a perfect location! The glamorous tent was a pristine environment while also being in nature.
I'm really struggling with whether or not to give a review because I'm already certain we'll be scheduling another stay in the future and I don't want the place to become too popular. I've never stayed at a place like this where the photos actually undersell it.
The best decision we made was reserving Tumbling Brook. The yurt was perfect, the location, Bryson City itself, the national park, it was all perfect. A 10000/10 experience worth every second and penny.
My wife and I visited the safari tent and it was amazing. I booked this trip for her birthday, and it was nothing short of amazing! We were able to enjoy the beautiful scene of nature from the comfort of our bed, chill out on the patio, grill our dinner and relax in the jacuzzi.
We stayed in the Safari Tent and had such a romantic weekend! The place was extremely clean and very welcoming. I loved that we were alone in our area too, which made it very relaxing and quiet! I would recommend to anyone looking to visit the area.
We recently stayed in a Safari Tent at Elk Hollow and it was amazing. The website was super informative and the accommodations were outstanding. We had everything we needed and it was an incredible experience. The location is terrific.
Stayed in the Firefly. Great views, peaceful evenings on the private deck. Everything was first class from the comfort of the bed to how well stocked everything was. Had everything to make for a relaxing weekend.
If you are looking for a perfect glamping experience look no further! Jeanetta was a pleasure to work with from the time of booking until our last day. Our place is 10/10 for sure. We had the cutest safari tent with an amazing view and hot tub.
We stayed in the tent called Huckleberry. I was a little unsure because we had never stayed in anything like this but let me tell you it was absolutely amazing!!! It was exactly like the pictures and video. Huckleberry was just what we needed for our 34th anniversary.
Our trip to Lookout Lodge was an amazing experience. The house had everything you could need and plenty of games to keep everyone entertained. Everything was very clean and in working order. We will definitely be back for another visit in the future.
My wife and I had an amazing anniversary trip! They took the extra time to set up the room and also got a nice bottle of wine so we can enjoy! Definitely going to be returning for another mountain trip!
After several hours of research I decided on the Huckleberry safari tent for me and my wife and we're so glad we did! I spoke on the phone with Jeanetta with questions. We enjoyed the comfort, the scenery, the stargazing and the nearby adventures.
Our stay at Elk Hollow was as unique as we have ever had in our 37 years of celebrating anniversaries. We loved everything about the property and our safari tent experience. We will be back to enjoy it during the warmer months.
We stayed at Laughing Water yurt and it was an amazing and relaxing location. Jeanetta was always helpful and responsive. The unit was immaculately clean, and the kitchen was completely equipped with any utensils or pots and pans desired.
Our time at Elk Hollow staying in Firefly was absolutely amazing. We enjoyed the views and the accommodations were top notch. It was so peaceful and much needed time away to enjoy much needed down time. We can't wait to come and stay again.
From the moment we arrived, it was clear that every detail had been curated with intention and care. The accommodations were immaculate, cozy, and beautifully designed. It was the kind of comfort that makes you exhale the second you step inside.
Highly recommend a stay here. Bryson City is amazing, the location is like 7 minutes away. You have everything you need and then some! The host is communicative and responds fast. She's super helpful as well.
I can't say enough good things about this place and the owner!! Such a beautiful and very well equipped place! It had everything we needed to cook meals. The views were gorgeous. The beds were so comfortable! The hot tub was just the cherry on top.
Our stay at Elk Hollow was absolutely wonderful! We stayed in Huckleberry tent. The place was spotless. You could tell how much care goes into keeping everything clean and welcoming. The accommodations had everything we needed and more.
Wife and I stayed here in one of the safari tents for a birthday getaway, and we absolutely loved it! The accommodations are so unique, and unlike anything we had ever stayed in before. We made the most of the hot tub, fire pit and nearby hikes.
Great place. We had the best time just relaxing and hanging out at the Canopy. We took the train and did some shopping. Hot tub was great and relaxing. Wife enjoyed reading her books and relaxing in the soaker tub while still getting to see outside.
This place is absolutely AMAZING! When we pulled into the property it was almost getting dark and the lights on the safari tents were so warm and welcoming and just made the drive up the hill MAGICAL! The accommodations smelled fresh and clean.
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Serengeti at Elk Hollow Resort, and I can honestly say it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the animal-themed rooms immediately captured our attention.
What a cool place! We stayed in the Shakonohey safari tent. It has luxury amenities: kitchen with full size fridge, dishwasher, gas stove and full size sink.
Explore The Area
Elk Hollow puts you minutes from the best of western North Carolina. Deep Creek, with its waterfalls, hiking, and summer tubing, is practically next door. The national park, Cherokee, and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad are all a short drive away. See our full guide to things to do in Bryson City.
Plan Your Trip
Who It's For
Secluded stays, private hot tubs, and fire pits under the stars. One of the top romantic weekend getaways in NC for couples, anniversaries, and honeymoons.
Find your tent →Room to spread out, a game room to compete in, and forest to explore. The Lookout Lodge sleeps large groups, with Deep Creek tubing and waterfalls just up the road.
See the Lodge →An easy drive from Atlanta, Charlotte, Asheville, and Knoxville. Swap city noise for mountain air and reset in two or three nights. See why guests keep coming back.
Plan a weekend →
Your Smoky Mountain Escape
Yurts, safari tents, and a mountain lodge, each with a private hot tub and fire pit.
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