Timberline Glamping at Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama
5 Glamping Sites
Timberline Glamping at Huntsville elevates camping in Madison County, Alabama — luxury tents with comfortable beds, air conditioning, heating, hammocks, fire pits, and charcoal grills in a natural setting just outside Huntsville's city limits, giving guests the outdoor connection they seek in proximity to one of the most intellectually engaging and rapidly growing mid-sized cities in the American South. Huntsville's identity as NASA's Rocket City and the home of Marshall Space Flight Center grounds the city's civic character in a technical and scientific tradition that the surrounding natural beauty of the Tennessee Valley and the Appalachian foothills complements rather than contradicts, creating a city where the US Space and Rocket Center and Monte Sano State Park serve as equally compelling reasons to make the trip.
The luxury tent accommodations with A/C, heating, hammocks, and individual fire pits give the glamping experience the specific outdoor atmosphere that canvas tent enclosure and private fire access create — the outdoor sleeping sounds, morning birdsong, and fire pit evening that camping provides, delivered with the climate-controlled comfort system that makes the experience accessible to guests who would not choose conventional tent camping in the Alabama summer heat. The charcoal grill at each site enables the outdoor cooking experience that the campfire itself sustains in colder weather, giving guests the complete outdoor living infrastructure for extended glamping stays. Pets are welcome.
The U.S. Space and Rocket Center, adjacent to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, is the world's largest space exploration museum and the original home of Space Camp — a 150,000-square-foot indoor museum and 67-acre campus housing the Saturn V rocket, Space Shuttle Pathfinder trainer, and the most comprehensive collection of space exploration hardware outside the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. The facility's combination of genuine NASA hardware, the Space Camp's multi-day youth programming, and the museum's interpretation of the von Braun team's German-American rocketry history gives the U.S. Space and Rocket Center a specific depth that distinguishes it from the promotional space tourism museums that other US cities have developed without access to the actual hardware and institutional history that Huntsville's NASA connection provides.
Monte Sano State Park, on the mountain plateau above Huntsville at 1,600 feet, preserves 2,140 acres of mixed hardwood and cedar forest with 20 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, the Von Braun Astronomical Society's observatory, and the seasonal Theater of the Stars productions at the outdoor amphitheater that make the mountain park a genuine multi-use destination in the Tennessee Valley's most accessible mountain terrain. The park's treetop ridgeline and the valley views toward the Tennessee River and Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge below give guests the elevation context for the lowland Tennessee Valley landscape that Huntsville's city-level street grid does not convey.
Timberline Glamping at Huntsville operates year-round in Madison County's temperate Tennessee Valley climate, with spring and fall representing the most comfortable outdoor glamping seasons and the summer months well-served by the air conditioning that Alabama's humidity makes a functional necessity rather than a luxury. The Huntsville Botanical Garden's seasonal displays — spring wildflowers, the summer butterfly house (one of the largest open-air butterfly houses in the Southeast), and the holiday Galaxy of Lights — provide a cultural nature destination across all seasons. Reserve glamping tents ahead for spring and fall weekends, when the Huntsville visitor market and the Monte Sano outdoor recreation season create consistent accommodation demand.
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Amenities & Activities
- Bathrooms
- Cabins
- Disc Golf Course
- Dump Station
- Firewood
- Gated Entrance
- General Store
- Hiking
- Pavilion
- Pet Friendly
- Playground
- Showers
- State Park Nearby
- Walking Trails
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Location
Timberline Glamping at Huntsville, Record Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA
Things to know
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Need to know
Where are you located?
- Monte Sano State Park, 5105 Nolen Ave. Huntsville, AL 35801
What's included in my glamping site?
- The inside of your tent will include:
- Floor
- Rugs
- Beds
- Lamps
- Bed linens
- Chairs
- Heating & A/C unit (depending on the weather)
- Electricity outlets for charging your device
- Keurig coffee maker with (4) K-Cup pods & (2) Timberline Glamping coffee mugs (available for purchase)
- Mini fridge
- The outside of your tent will have:
- A large gravel site
- (2) Hammocks
- Woodfire ring with cooking grate
- Picnic table
- String lights
What should I bring?
- Clothing
- Towels (Beach Towels & Bath Towels)
- Shampoo, Conditioner, and body wash will be provided in the tents with ensuite bathrooms
- Lighters or Matches (if you plan on having a fire)
- Food and anything needed for food preparation (including but not limited to paper plates, utensils, grilling equipment, paper towels, cooler with ice, pots, and pans)
- Drinks/drinking water (We supply four Timberline Glamping Co. coffee pods)
- Your favorite people
- Flashlights or lanterns for any walks away from the site
- Firewood and fire starters
- Sunscreen
- A good book
- Your favorite family game or a deck of cards
- Hiking shoes
What time can I check in?
- You may check in to your glamping site at 3 pm.
- Check-out time is 11:00 am.
What's the bathroom situation?
- We have a bathhouse with restrooms and showers.
- Just a very short walk from our sites (maintained by the staff at the park)
What is your cancellation policy?
Individual Reservation Policies
- Cancellation policy without insurance for individual reservations:
- We offer a 90% refund of your total reservation if canceled prior to (14) days to the date of your check-in.
- Reservations are non-refundable or transferable to a new date after 14 days prior to the date of your check-in.
- You can instead gift your standing reservation to a friend or family member.
- All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected].
- Phone cancellations will not be accepted.
- If Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance is not purchased, we do not cancel and refund reservations due to rain, thunderstorms, or illnesses.
- Low-cost cancellation policy and what it covers for individual reservations:
- We recommend protecting your trip at the time of your booking by adding Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance.
- Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance protects your trip in case of inclement weather or any illnesses that might arise.
- You may add Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance later as long as it is still more than (14) days from your reservation.
- To add it on, send us an email: [email protected]
The Fine Print for Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance for Individual Reservations
- Must Cancel or Move reservation prior to 3 pm two days before your reservation for a full refund (minus the cost of the Cancellation Insurance).
- If you cancel within 48 hours (After 3 pm the two days before your stay), you forfeit your deposit and the cost of the Cancellation Insurance.
- Canceling your trip past 3 pm the Day of your check-in will result in the forfeiture of the cost of the reservation in its entirety.
Must-Have One Policy Per Accommodation
- Non-Refundable
- Must be added 14 days prior to your check-in date or added at the time of your reservation.
- Not Available for Group Reservations
Individual Reservation Policies
- Cancellation policy without insurance for individual reservations:
- We offer a 90% refund of your total reservation if canceled 14 days before the date of your check-in.
- Reservations are non-refundable or transferable to a new date after 14 days prior to the date of your check-in.
- You can instead gift your standing reservation to a friend or family member.
- All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected].
- Phone cancellations will not be accepted.
- If Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance is not purchased, we do not cancel and refund reservations due to rain, thunderstorms, or illnesses.
- Low-cost cancellation policy and what it covers for individual reservations:
Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance
- We recommend protecting your trip at the time of your booking by adding Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance.
- Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance protects your trip in case of inclement weather or any illnesses that might arise.
- You may add Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance later as long as it is still more than (14) days from your reservation.
- To add it on, send us an email: [email protected]
The Fine Print for Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance
- The Fine Print for Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance for individual reservations:
- Must Cancel or Move reservation prior to 3 pm two days before your reservation for a full refund (minus the cost of the Cancellation Insurance).
- If you cancel within 48 hours (After 3 pm the two days before your stay), you forfeit your deposit only.
- Must-Have One Policy Per Accommodation
- Non-Refundable
- Must be added 14 days prior to your check-in date or added at the time of your reservation.
- Not Available for Group Reservations
Group Reservation Policies
- A minimum of (5) Sites must be booked to qualify as a “Group Reservation.”
- Booking a Group Reservation on a weekend or holiday requires at least a (2) night minimum.
- Travel Insurance is not available for Group Reservations.
- Cancellations or date changes must be requested via email (30) days prior to check-in or the entire reservation fee will be charged. [email protected].
- Group reservation deposits are non-refundable.
Glamping is it still camping?
- We find it is better to properly set the expectations for everyone before they come to Glamping.
- You will have a very comfortable bed with proper linens.
- You will have places to sit, places to eat, and places to charge your phone.
- You will still be able to wake up and have a fresh cup of coffee from a Keurig Coffee Maker.
- We do provide heaters in the winter and air conditioners in the summer, but remember this is a tent with a canvas exterior.
- The heating and cooling will be just enough to take the edge off, but will not have the same effect as a home.
- In the summer months, we recommend keeping the doors and windows closed during the day and the canvas doors open at night to let the summer breeze in.
- In colder weather, it is important to bring warm clothing.
- Most Importantly, you will have a chance to re-imagine the world around you as you make special memories with family and friends.
Do you allow dogs?
- We love our furry Glampers!
- Just add the pet fee for each pet in the add-on section at checkout or send us an email letting us know ahead of time and we will get that added.
- We just ask that you do not leave your pet alone in the tents at any time unless properly created.
- You are financially responsible for any damage that is done to our accommodations by your pets.
What happens if it rains?
- Sometimes it rains.
- All of our tents are waterproof and have additional rain guards to ensure you still have an enjoyable experience.
- In fact, we have been told by guests that experiencing rain in our glamping tents is a great experience.
- We do not cancel reservations due to rain, thunderstorms, or illnesses.
Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance
- We do recommend protecting your trip at the time of your booking with Timberline Glamping Travel Insurance in case of inclement weather or any illnesses that might arise.
- We do not cancel reservations due to rain, thunderstorms, or illnesses.
- Adding TLG Travel Insurance is easy, just select it as an add-on when making your reservation.
- You can also add it later as long as it is still more than 14 days from your reservation.
- If something comes up, there are no long forms to fill out, just send us an email.
- The Fine Print: Must Cancel or Move your reservation prior to 3 pm the day before your reservation for a full refund.
- If you cancel within 24 hours (After 3 pm the day before your stay), you forfeit your deposit.
- Must-Have One Policy Per Accommodation Non-Refundable.
- Not available for Auburn home football games or group reservations.
Can I purchase some of the items in the tent to take home with me?
- Yes you can, you can take any of the items sold in our online store home with you and we will charge the card on file.
- You can also just give us a call or send us a text of the items that you like and we deliver them to your glamping site.
- When in doubt just give us a call.
Lost & Found items
- We do have a lost and found, any item that is left behind will be placed in Lost & Found and remain there for 14 days.
- On the 15th day, any item left behind will be taken to our local donation center.
- If you left something behind, we are happy to mail the item back to you and charge the card on file for shipping and packaging (if needed).
Is there a minimum age requirement?
- You must be 18 years of age or older to reserve an accommodation.
- Additionally, there must be at least one adult over the age of 18 years in each accommodation.
Rules
Check-In Procedure
- Check-in time is 3:00 p.m.
- Checkout time is 11:00 a.m.
- A late checkout fee will be charged if you are not out by 11 a.m.
- While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement.
Arrival Times
- 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Initial Deposit
- An initial deposit is charged when the reservation is booked.
Scheduled Deposit
- 13 days before arrival, 100% of the reservation balance will be collected.
- If a reservation is booked "last-minute" (within the scheduled time frame), 100% of the remaining balance will be collected.
Children Policy
- Children are welcome with an accompanying adult.
- Children age 18 and under stay free.
- Must be 18 years of age or older to reserve and have at least one adult over the age of 18 years in each accommodation.
Pet Policy
- We love our furry Glampers!
- Just let us know ahead of time as there is a Pet Cleaning Fee per Pet that is charged to each guest bringing dogs.
- If you have selected a Pet at the time of booking this is automatically added to your nightly rate.
- If you determine later you will be bringing a pet simply notify us in writing and we will get this added to your stay.
- Failure to do so will result in a $150.00 fine.
- Pets must be kept on a leash not exceeding 6 feet in length.
- Pets are not allowed in restrooms, playground areas, and shelters.
- Pets shall not be left unattended in any Timberline Glamping accommodation unless properly created.
- The guest is financially responsible for all damage caused by their pets.
Credit Card Security
- Your credit card information is stored and processed securely.
Balances
- All Balances are due at 100% 14 days prior to their arrival and will be charged to the card on file.
- If the card on file becomes invalid, the guest agrees they will reach out to Timberline Glamping 14 days prior to their arrival.
- If Timberline Glamping has an issue collecting the payment in full, Timberline Glamping will reach out.
- If arrangements have not been made within 3 days, Timberline Glamping can cancel the reservation at that time.
- No refunds of the deposit will be tendered to the guests if they fail to make arrangements with Timberline Glamping after being contacted.
Campers and Visitors
- All campers and visitors must register at the campground office upon arrival.
- All campers and visitors must obtain a vehicle pass at the campground office.
- Visitors of registered campers must depart the campground by 9:30 p.m. or when the camper checks out prior to this time.
Vehicle Policy
- All vehicles require a vehicle pass.
Gated Entrance
- The campground has an automated entry gate that requires an access code to enter.
- Codes will be assigned at check-in.
Campsite Occupancy
- Campsite Occupancy is limited to a maximum of six (6) people and two (2) vehicles.
Smoking Policy
- Smoking is prohibited in or around Timberline Glamping accommodations as well as the campsite.
- The guest agrees to pay $750.00 for smoking in or around the Timberline Glamping accommodations.
Garbage
- Garbage should be deposited at the dumpster located in the camp store parking area.
- Failure to do so could result in a $50 fine.
Quiet Hours
- Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m.
- Unreasonable or excessive noise at any time is prohibited.
Fire Policy
- Fires must be confined in a designated fire ring.
- Please be sure to fully extinguish fires before leaving, our recommendation would be to pour water on the embers to ensure that the heat will not re-ignite any embers post your departure Only dead wood on the ground may be collected for firewood.
- No chainsaws can be used.
Credit Card on File
- The renter agrees that they will provide Timberline Glamping Company with a valid credit card to be kept on file in case of damages.
Damages to Equipment
- Renter acknowledges and understands that equipment is to be left in clean, undamaged condition, and in the same condition as at the commencement of the rental period.
- If the rental equipment is not left in suitable condition, the renter acknowledges and understands that Timberline Glamping Co. reserves the right to charge the renter for any repairs, replacement, or special cleaning of any damaged, lost, or personal property.
- Renter acknowledges, understands, and agrees that by signing this Rental Agreement/Contract, he/she is authorizing Timberline Glamping Co. to charge the renter for any damages sustained.
- I the renter understand that all damages will be repaired by Timberline Glamping Co.'s authorized mechanics and/or repairmen, and no repairs will be allowed by the renter or other suggested mechanics.
- I understand that I as a renter am responsible for all damages, even if they are above the amount of my initial deposit or authorization.
Loss of Renter(s) Property
- It is expressly agreed that Timberline Glamping Co. shall not be liable for the loss or damage to any property left or stored by the renter or any other person in or upon said equipment after the return thereof to Timberline Glamping Co.
- Renter agrees to hold Timberline Glamping Company harmless from, and against any such claim.
Campground Disclaimer
- Timberline glamping at Huntsville is subject to the rules of Monte Sano State Park Campground.
- Timberline Glamping Co. reserves the right to inspect rental equipment up to 5 days after the rental period if necessary.
- If damage is caused during the rental period, I the renter authorize Timberline Glamping Co. to notify me of the costs and charge the credit card on file to recover damages.
Cancellation Policy
MODERATE
If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a full refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within the 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.
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