When can I check in and check out of Spruill Conservation Farm?

Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: noon Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Spruill Conservation Farm?

From R641,75 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Spruill Conservation Farm

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Location #3 – pitch your tent near the water, or on the upper level by your vehicle

View from front of camper's tent at #2 in april

Plenty of space to set up a tent, hammock, etc.

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Spacious simple sites at a farm on the banks of Albemarle Sound
Direct access to the water for swimming, fishing and kayaking
Part of a conservation project with wildlife to see on the grounds

A gorgeous waterside location, with easy access to swimming, fishing and canoeing… and you get to contribute to a good cause too? It’s a winning situation all round at Spruill Conservation Farm, in a fabulous North Carolina location on the banks of Albemarle Sound. This spacious property was owned by the Spruill family for over a hundred years before becoming conservation easement protected land in late 2023. The farm maintains 65 acres of active commercial farming, while also dedicating itself to environmental research, ecological education and developing sustainable practices. As well as farm fields, in the property are swamp areas, a hardwood forest, a vegetable garden and a huge fig orchard. And of course, the highlight for many visitors is the shoreline of the Albemarle Sound. There’s a swimming beach area for guests, and the farm has a small number of kayaks and a foot pedal boat for those who'd like to get out onto the water. Each of the spacious, secluded pitches has direct access to the water for days of fishing, swims or just enjoying the spectacular sunsets. You don't have to wait for sunset to find fabulous views around here though – there’s a lot to see during the day as you look out for otters and birds including ospreys and bald eagles. And the remote setting also means you’re likely to get some amazing stargazing too. Please remember that this is a nature reserve so you’ll be asked to follow several rules like not using speakers or fireworks. Facilities are simple, being limited to just picnic tables and portable toilets, so you'll need to pack everything you need. Supplies are available in Roper, 10 minutes' drive away.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
Bookings must not be for more than 30 consecutive nights.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Units longer than 6.7 metres are not allowed.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

French

German

Spanish

Turkish

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Disabled facilities Level site, no steep slopes Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Step-free or level access Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Spruill Conservation Farm

767 Spruill Loop Road

NC State Road 1318.

Roper

North Carolina

USA

27970

Directions

Timezone

America/New_York Eastern Standard Time (GMT-05:00)

GPS

35.93229°N
-76.57675°W

Route directions

Use the Google Maps location 'Spruill Farm Conservation Project' in Roper. The entrance to Spruill Loop Road is opposite a private residence, address 12554 Route 32, Roper. (Warning: There is another Spruill Loop Road in Creswell and a Spruill Road in nearby Pea Ridge.) GPS coordinates for the farm gate on Spruill Loop Road are N 35 degrees 55.937 minutes W 76 degrees 34.596 minutes The yellow gate is on your right as the road turns left. The gate should remain closed and locked at all times.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Fishing, watersports and swimming are great ways to enjoy some outdoor time here, and there are also a couple of lovely walking trails around the site – try the Perimeter Trail or the Bobby Wilkins shoreline trail for a real in-depth explore of your surroundings. Beyond that, there are more trails to explore around Phelps Lake (25 minutes' drive), in Merchants Millpond State Park (55 minutes) or along the Atlantic shoreline from Nags Head (an hour). Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge (25 minutes) is another great option, with an arts centre and the red wolf conservation centre. To learn a bit about the area's past, visit the Washington County African-American Museum and Cultural Center (10 minutes), Somerset Place State Historic Site (25 minutes), Historic Hope plantation (35 minutes) or cross the Sound to visit the historic town of Edenton (20 minutes). All the trails at Spruill Farm are named in honour of the African-Americans who worked on the farm over the years.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 3 day(s) of arrival.

General

Bookings must not be for more than 30 consecutive nights.

Occupancy

Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

General

Generators are not permitted.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).

Safety

Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Safety

Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the site is able to relet your unit/pitch.

Safety

Swimming in the lake is allowed.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The site will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

General

This site does not have a catch-and-return fishing policy in place.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Vehicles

Units longer than 6.7 metres are not allowed.

Visitors

Visitors are not permitted on site.

General

You'll need an Environment Agency rod licence (you'll need to apply for this beforehand).

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Spruill Conservation Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Spruill Conservation Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Spruill Conservation Farm? Fishing, watersports and swimming are great ways to enjoy some outdoor time here, and there are also a couple of lovely walking trails around the site – try the Perimeter Trail or … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Spruill Conservation Farm?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime

Depart by: noon

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Spruill Conservation Farm? From R641,75 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.