Blue Heron's Nest - Glamping Tent in the Gorge

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Interior
Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Beattyville, KY
  • Place, Cliffview Recreational Preserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Red River Gorge
  • Place, Natural Bridge State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Cliffview Recreational Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural Bridge State Park - 13 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Red River Gorge Geological Area - 18 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Kentucky Reptile Zoo - 18 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Cave Run Lake - 56 min drive - 44.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Red River Rockhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Redpoint Bbq - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hop’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Billy's Place - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lee County Recreation Center - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Blue Heron's Nest - Glamping Tent in the Gorge

Summary:
Retreat to the forest in what's sure to be one of the most unique, refreshing vacations you've been on so far! Nestled right next to Red River Gorge Kentucky, this tent has been designed specifically to make camping feel luxurious, easy, and relaxing! Our luxury glamping tents are thick enough to ensure that you stay nice and cozy, but allow light to diffuse throughout the whole tent.

Our goal is to make outdoor retreats accessible to as many folks as possible - we'd love to host you.

The Space:
Surrounded by over 50 acres of national forest, including countless onsite activities and local attractions, you’ll be able to enjoy all of the adventure you want during the day and return to comfortable, cozy lodging at night.

🏕 Important:
- Towels are NOT provided at this time
- NO private fire pit
- The max occupancy of this tent is 5 people with a cot added. If you have special circumstances or want to bring more, please reach out to us directly at team@dappledlightadventures.com after booking

Tent #2 (Blue Heron) Ease-of-access Notes:
- This tent pairs well with The Whippoorwill's Nest (king bed), which is just down the hill, OR The Vireo's Nest (2 full beds) on the opposite side!
- The Blue Heron is a short walk, or drive, from the bathhouse. You will have to go uphill on the way back
- We estimate the walk to take around 30 seconds to 1 minute

This space includes:
- 2 Queen Bed
- 1 Sleeper Sofa (must supply your own pillows and blankets)
- Privacy Flaps
- Private sitting area
- Large 65qt Cooler (must bring your own ice)
- Cots Available (must supply your own pillows and blankets)

Additional amenities include:
- Private Front Porch
- Canopy Views
- On-site Bathhouse (with toilet, sink, and hot shower)
- Outdoor Nets to climb/play on
- Electricity!
- Private firepit
- Outdoor Water Spigot (for drinking water)

Camping in Red River Gorge has never been so easy, luxurious, OR cozy! If you're hoping for a unique, incredibly cool stay, visit and see all that our 50-acre woods have to offer!

Please note that our new event space, The Rookery, is reserved exclusively for guests who have booked the entire property.

** Our tents are semi-off-grid, which means no plumbing or water inside, however, there is electricity, heating, lights, and water from an outdoor spigot. We also have a fully on-grid bathhouse with septic, electricity, and instant hot water**

The Neighborhood:
On most of the 50 acres, you won't see anything man-made. This creates a fully immersive experience for you. Also, you’ll be on privately owned property with designated hiking trails (map included); please hike, explore, and allow yourself to be free!

* There are other guests that you’ll be sharing the 50 acres with, so don’t free yourself completely, if you know what we mean *

The property also has tons of natural features. The tents sit atop a giant horseshoe of cliff-edges; as you explore, you’ll find sweeping, scenic views of our valley, a waterfall, natural rock overhangs, creeks, and acres more of wildlife!
If you need to get off-property and want to do some fun, local activities, we’re within minutes of local attractions like world-class climbing and hiking, ziplining, underground kayaking (yeah, you heard us), horseback riding, and so many more things! Not to mention all of the wonderful local restaurants you can visit -- don’t worry, we’ve sampled them all and have listed our top 5 in the guestbook and on our website.

If you aren't familiar with Red River Gorge and the surrounding areas, don’t worry -- we'll send you a list of our favorite off-site activities. We want your time away to be extraordinary!

Other Things to Note:
** Our tents are semi-off-grid, which means no plumbing or water inside, however, there is electricity, heating, lights, and water from an outdoor spigot. We also have a fully on-grid bathhouse with septic, electricity, and instant hot water**
The accommodation is air-conditioned and features a balcony and space to spread out with a separate bedroom.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 320 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Unlisted guests are NOT allowed to visit the property; for the safety of everyone on-site, please inform us of any additional guests who will accom...

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at this campground?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this campground associated with a casino?

No, this campground is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this campground?

No, there is no indoor pool at this campground.

Does Blue Heron's Nest - Glamping Tent in the Gorge have a hot tub?

No, this campground doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this campground provide breakfast?

No, this campground doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this campground allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this campground.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Blue Heron's Nest - Glamping Tent in the Gorge?

Yes, every accommodation at Blue Heron's Nest - Glamping Tent in the Gorge comes with a balcony.

Blue Heron's Nest - Glamping Tent in the Gorge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property looked exactly like the listing. Everything was clean, including the bathroom/showers. Very beautiful area and peaceful but within driving distance to everything we came to do. Already planning a trip back in the fall!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Glamping close to all Red River Gorge activities

We had a fantastic first glamping experience at Red River Gorge! The large tent was spacious, clean, and incredibly comfortable—perfect for our family. The kids especially loved the spider web playground on the property, which kept them happily entertained. The location was ideal, just minutes from all the fun and adventure at Red River Gorge. This spot made it easy to enjoy the outdoors while still having the comforts of home. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try glamping in a beautiful, convenient setting!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025