Emberglow Outdoor Resort

What Emberglow Outdoor Resort does

Emberglow Outdoor Resort is a privately held, single-property glamping and camping resort operating on a 72-acre site at 95 Pinewood Trail, Mill Spring, North Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains between Asheville, Charlotte, Greenville and Columbia. The company targets leisure travelers — couples, families with children, large/friend groups, 55+ lifestyle travelers, RV enthusiasts and traditional tent campers — who want an outdoor experience with resort-quality amenities rather than rustic camping. Its core product is a portfolio of 20 distinct lodging formats, including vintage Spartan Imperial Mansion (1955) and Spartanette (1952) campers, a converted 1962 double-decker bus, yurts, safari tents, glamping pods, multiple named tiny homes, family and primitive treehouses, chalets, full-hookup RV sites and primitive tent sites, supported by amenities such as an ADA-compliant pool, pickleball courts, a premium bathhouse, trails, a playground and EV charging.

The business runs on a direct-to-consumer model with bookings taken through a ResNexus-powered website, a dedicated iOS/Android mobile app developed by Armstrong Soft, and phone reservations; group bookings of 3+ sites receive an automatic 5% discount through a block-booking system. Ancillary revenue streams include merchandise sold through a Shopify storefront, bike and pedal-kart rentals, gift certificates, and seasonal RV and Store-and-Stay extended-stay programs. Marketing relies on event-driven programming (concert series, food truck schedule, holiday events), Facebook and Instagram, organic SEO, Google Reviews and partnerships with CampingCarolinas.com (2023 Camper's Choice Award winner for Best Overall Campground and Most Unique Lodging in the NC Mountain Region), ARVC and RVshare. The company is family/independently owned, with no institutional investors, parent company, subsidiaries, or disclosed headcount or revenue in the source data.

Name

Emberglow Outdoor Resort

Legal name

Emberglow Outdoor Resort

Website

https://emberglowoutdoorresort.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Emberglow Outdoor Resort is a privately held, 72-acre glamping and camping resort in Mill Spring, North Carolina, offering 20 unique lodging options — vintage campers, tiny homes, yurts, treehouses, safari tents, a converted double-decker bus, RV sites and primitive camping — to leisure travelers and families seeking outdoor experiences with resort-quality amenities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Hospitality & Glamping Resort

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Glamping Resorts & Luxury Camping (THAMAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Campgrounds & RV Parks (Developed Sites) (THAGAOAA), Seasonal & Long-Term Campsites (Snowbirds, Extended RV Stays) (THAMAJAF), Traditional Campgrounds (Tent & Mixed-Use) (THAMAJAB)

Keywords

• Glamping resort
• Unique lodging rentals
• RV park camping
• Outdoor hospitality
• Vacation campground

Headquarters

HQ city

Mill Spring

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Nightly Lodging Rentals: Short-term vacation rentals of unique accommodations including yurts, treehouses, tiny homes, vintage campers, safari tents, glamping pods, and converted double decker bus. Booked per night with varying rates based on unit type and season.
2. RV Site Rentals: Full hookup RV sites with large pads, varying options including shade sites, creek-side sites, decks, and outdoor kitchens. Available for nightly and extended stays.
3. Primitive Camping Sites: Tent camping sites and primitive treehouse sites with access to bathhouse and amenities. Basic camping experience without full amenities.
4. Long Term/Seasonal Stays: Seasonal RV stays and long-term camping options for extended visitors. Store and Stay program for RV owners.
5. Merchandise Sales: Emberglow branded merchandise sold through dedicated Shopify store.
6. Activity Rentals: Bike and pedal kart rentals on-site for guests.
7. Gift Certificates: Gift certificate sales through Resnexus booking platform.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Emberglow Outdoor Resort operates a 72-acre glamping and camping resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains foothills of Mill Spring, NC, offering nightly lodging rentals across 20+ unique accommodation types — vintage campers, tiny homes, treehouses, yurts, safari tents, glamping pods, a converted double-decker bus, chalets, full-hookup RV sites, and primitive tent camping — supplemented by resort-quality amenities including a pool, pickleball, playground, trails, premium bathhouse, and on-site activity rentals. Revenue is generated through per-night lodging fees, seasonal/long-term RV stays, group bookings (with a 5% discount for 3+ sites), merchandise, gift certificates, and bike/pedal kart rentals.

Product overview

Emberglow Outdoor Resort is a glamping and camping resort in Mill Spring, North Carolina, offering 20 unique lodging options across a 72-acre property in the Blue Ridge Mountains foothills. The product portfolio centers on diverse accommodations—from vintage campers (Spartan Imperials, Spartanettes), tiny homes, yurts, safari tents, treehouses, glamping pods, and a converted double-decker bus to traditional RV sites and primitive tent camping—paired with resort-quality amenities including a pool, pickleball, playground, trails, and bathhouse. Additional services include bike/pedal kart rentals, a mobile app, group reservations with a 5% discount, seasonal stays, RV storage, gift certificates, and a branded merchandise shop.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Unique Lodging Portfolio Twenty distinct lodging options including vintage campers, tiny homes, safari tents, yurts, treehouses, glamping pods, a double-decker bus, chalets, RV sites, and primitive tent sites for various group sizes and comfort preferences. Booked per night through the Resnexus platform.
• Family Treehouse Large treehouse accommodation featuring a slide and lounge net, designed to sleep 6+ guests, with a 3D tour available.
• Deluxe 30' Yurts Wheelchair-accessible and pet-friendly yurt accommodations with multiple units available, including ADA-compliant options for guests with mobility needs.
• Buckeye Bunkhouse Tiny Home Pet-friendly tiny home accommodation sleeping 6+ guests with modern amenities in a compact footprint.
• Carolina Cottage Tiny Home Traditional tiny home rental option for families and groups seeking comfortable cabin-style accommodations.
• Blue Ridge Bunkhouse Tiny home accommodation named after the Blue Ridge Mountains, suitable for larger groups.
• Chimney Rock Tiny Tiny home accommodation named after nearby Chimney Rock, offering a mountain-themed glamping experience.
• Big Ben Double Decker Bus Converted 1962 double-decker bus vacation rental with seasonal availability, offering a unique vintage lodging experience.
• Bohemian Treehouse Luxury treehouse accommodation for couples and small groups, featuring upscale finishes and forest setting.
• Safari Tent Canvas safari-style tent glamping accommodation offering an elevated camping experience with outdoor aesthetics.
• Margie 1955 Spartan Imperial Mansion Vintage restored 1955 Spartan Imperial Mansion camper offering retro luxury accommodation experience.
• Gene 1952 Spartanette Vintage 1952 Spartanette camper providing authentic retro camping experience with modernized amenities.
• Primitive Treehouses Four open-air treehouse units available, three pet-friendly, offering a rustic elevated camping experience with electricity.
• Tennessee Tiny Compact tiny home accommodation with full amenities, suitable for couples or small families.
• Hickory Hideaway Tiny home accommodation offering a secluded forest setting with modern comforts.
• Ember Escape Travel Trailer Modern travel trailer accommodation option for guests preferring traditional RV-style lodging.
• RV Sites Full hookup RV sites with large pads, varied options including shade, creek-side, decks, and outdoor kitchens for guests with recreational vehicles. Available for nightly and extended stays.
• Primitive Camping Basic tent camping sites with access to a clean bathhouse and resort amenities, offering a nature-immersive experience.
• Seasonal Stays Extended-stay options for RV guests wanting to remain on-site for multiple seasons at reduced rates, functioning as a recurring/subscription-style engagement.
• Store and Stay RV storage service combined with on-site stay, allowing guests to store their vehicles while enjoying resort accommodations.
• Group Reservations Coordinated group booking service allowing one person to reserve multiple units and sites, with an automatic 5% discount for 3+ reservations.
• Bike & Pedal Kart Rentals Equipment rental service offering adult and youth bicycles and pedal karts for guest use during their stay.
• Gift Certificates Digital gift certificate program enabling guests to purchase vacation credits for others, sold through the Resnexus booking platform.
• Emberglow Merch Shop Branded merchandise storefront selling Emberglow-logo apparel and souvenirs via a dedicated Shopify store.

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ResnexuscoreTechnology or IntegrationReservation and booking platform provider that powers the online booking system on emberglowoutdoorresort.com. Customers book directly through Resnexus for lodging, campsites, and gift certificates.
• The Camper ProsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOn-site RV repair service provider offering maintenance and repair services for guests' recreational vehicles during their stay.
• RVshareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRV rental marketplace partnership through Click's Partners affiliate program. Partnership badge displayed on website indicating affiliation.
• ARVC (Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndustry association membership with Plan It Green certification badge displayed. Provides industry visibility and directory listing.
• Junction Creative StudiominorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWebsite development agency credited for website design and development. Website footer credits Junction Creative Studio.
• CampingCarolinas.comcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional camping platform that awarded Emberglow the Camper's Choice Awards for Best Overall Campground & RV Park and Most Unique Lodging for the NC Mountain Region in 2023.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Sun Outdoors: Multi-property RV resort operator offering full-hookup sites with resort amenities; comparable to Emberglow's full-hookup RV offering and seasonal/long-term stay programs.
• KOA (Kampgrounds of America): Largest North American campground franchise with a wide range of lodging types including Deluxe and unique cabins; overlaps with Emberglow on RV sites, cabins, and family amenities but at much greater scale.
• Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts: Large franchise network of family campground resorts with unique lodging and amenity-rich programming; a broader-incumbent comparison to Emberglow's family-focused resort positioning.
• Westgate Resorts: Large timeshare and resort operator with mountain properties featuring cabins and amenity-rich resorts; adjacent comparable for upscale family mountain getaways in the Southeast.

Direct peers

• Camp Cedar Luxury RV Resort: Resort-style RV and cabin destination with premium amenities including pools, pickleball, and event programming; a comparable hybrid RV-plus-unique-lodging resort concept.
• Collective Retreats: Luxury tented and cabin retreat operator in destination locations; competes with Emberglow for experience-driven travelers willing to pay a premium for unique outdoor lodging.
• Under Canvas: Luxury safari-tent glamping resort brand operating near national parks; comparable in its emphasis on upscale, experience-driven outdoor lodging and premium ADR positioning.
• AutoCamp: Multi-location luxury Airstream and cabin glamping resort operator with resort-grade amenities and direct online booking; directly comparable to Emberglow's unique-lodging-plus-amenities model.

Emerging players

• Resort at Paws Up: Luxury ranch and glamping resort in Montana with diverse unique lodging and curated experiences; comparable in resort-quality amenities paired with unusual lodging inventory, though at a far higher ADR tier.

Regional players

• Cabins for You: Cabin and chalet rental specialist in the Smoky Mountains and Western NC region; competes with Emberglow for the same drive-to mountain leisure traveler, though focused on cabins rather than mixed glamping.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/emberglowresorts
• Instagraminstagram.com/emberglowresort
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/emberglow-outdoor-resort

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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