10/10 Excellent
Stacey A.
21 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Busch Gardens & Campground
Stacey A.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Cabin
Log Cabin - Williamsburg Pet-Friendly Log Cabin – Heated Pool, Free Game Room, Near Parks
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Williamsburg, VA
- Williamsburg Premium Outlets17 min walk
- Ripley's Believe It or Not!18 min walk
- College of William and Mary5 min drive
- Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Cabins
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathhouse
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
About this property
Log Cabin - Williamsburg Pet-Friendly Log Cabin – Heated Pool, Free Game Room, Near Parks
GLAMPING COMFORT IN A REAL LOG CABIN
These real wood log cabins offer the perfect glamping experience—modern comfort in a charming, professionally maintained space. Cozy, clean, and stylish, they’re a great fit for small families, couples, or solo travelers looking for something more memorable than a hotel room.
CABIN FEATURES
• 2-room layout, approximately 24 feet long
• Pet-friendly unit
• Queen bed and either two sets of single-size bunk beds, or one single-size bunk bed and a double-size futon (based on cabin assignment)
• Air conditioning and heat
• Cable TV
• Mini-refrigerator, microwave, and breakfast bar
OUTDOOR FEATURES
• Park-style charcoal grill
• Picnic table
• Fire ring
INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY
• Free Wi-Fi
• Log cabin guests use our professionally cleaned, modern bathhouse with private locking showers and toilet rooms
• Access to the 85° heated pool (open daily, spring through fall)
• Free game room with arcade-style entertainment
• Beach Park Playground with zipline, hammocks, swings, and beach sand
• Free weekend activities during event seasons – snow cones, barrel train rides, kettle corn, and more
• Laundry facilities
• Welcome Center with groceries, firewood, charcoal, local gifts, and discounted tickets to top Williamsburg attractions
• Parking for one vehicle included
WHAT TO BRING
• Linens and pillows are not included – please bring your own or rent a linen/pillow set for $20 per bed
• Towels and washcloths are not included – guests should bring their own
GREAT LOCATION
Enjoy convenient access to Colonial Williamsburg (about 3 miles), Busch Gardens (about 6 miles), Water Country USA (about 7 miles), and more. This is the only Williamsburg campground with a public bus stop at the front entrance. Uber, Lyft, and food delivery services are available right to your cabin.
PET-FRIENDLY POLICY
Well-behaved dogs are welcome. There’s plenty of space to walk your pet and enjoy the outdoors together. See the Rental Pet Policy for full details.
NO CLEANING FEE – JUST CLEAN LIVING
Guests consistently praise how clean and well-maintained these cabins are—and you’ll enjoy it all with no cleaning fee. That means more comfort, more value, and less hassle.
OTHER NOTES
• Friendly on-site staff ready to assist
AWARD-WINNING CAMPGROUND EXPERIENCE
Located within Virginia’s most awarded campground, now celebrating 71 years and four generations of family ownership. Proud winners of the 2024 Virginia Campground of the Year, National RV Park of the Year (twice), and the Williamsburg Small Business of the Year.
These real wood log cabins offer the perfect glamping experience—modern comfort in a charming, professionally maintained space. Cozy, clean, and stylish, they’re a great fit for small families, couples, or solo travelers looking for something more memorable than a hotel room.
CABIN FEATURES
• 2-room layout, approximately 24 feet long
• Pet-friendly unit
• Queen bed and either two sets of single-size bunk beds, or one single-size bunk bed and a double-size futon (based on cabin assignment)
• Air conditioning and heat
• Cable TV
• Mini-refrigerator, microwave, and breakfast bar
OUTDOOR FEATURES
• Park-style charcoal grill
• Picnic table
• Fire ring
INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY
• Free Wi-Fi
• Log cabin guests use our professionally cleaned, modern bathhouse with private locking showers and toilet rooms
• Access to the 85° heated pool (open daily, spring through fall)
• Free game room with arcade-style entertainment
• Beach Park Playground with zipline, hammocks, swings, and beach sand
• Free weekend activities during event seasons – snow cones, barrel train rides, kettle corn, and more
• Laundry facilities
• Welcome Center with groceries, firewood, charcoal, local gifts, and discounted tickets to top Williamsburg attractions
• Parking for one vehicle included
WHAT TO BRING
• Linens and pillows are not included – please bring your own or rent a linen/pillow set for $20 per bed
• Towels and washcloths are not included – guests should bring their own
GREAT LOCATION
Enjoy convenient access to Colonial Williamsburg (about 3 miles), Busch Gardens (about 6 miles), Water Country USA (about 7 miles), and more. This is the only Williamsburg campground with a public bus stop at the front entrance. Uber, Lyft, and food delivery services are available right to your cabin.
PET-FRIENDLY POLICY
Well-behaved dogs are welcome. There’s plenty of space to walk your pet and enjoy the outdoors together. See the Rental Pet Policy for full details.
NO CLEANING FEE – JUST CLEAN LIVING
Guests consistently praise how clean and well-maintained these cabins are—and you’ll enjoy it all with no cleaning fee. That means more comfort, more value, and less hassle.
OTHER NOTES
• Friendly on-site staff ready to assist
AWARD-WINNING CAMPGROUND EXPERIENCE
Located within Virginia’s most awarded campground, now celebrating 71 years and four generations of family ownership. Proud winners of the 2024 Virginia Campground of the Year, National RV Park of the Year (twice), and the Williamsburg Small Business of the Year.
Property manager
Anvil Campground
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Laundry
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$10 per day per pet
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Williamsburg
Williamsburg is home to this cabin. Jamestown Settlement is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Travelling with kids? Consider Bounce House and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Williamsburg, VA
What's nearby
- Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Ripley's Believe It or Not! - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- College of William and Mary - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
- Ford's Colony at Williamsburg - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
- Merchants Square - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cookout - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - 16 min walk
- Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - 5 min drive
- Williamsburg Alewerks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
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10/10 Excellent
Juliet H.
19 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bush Gardens Trip
Juliet H.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
21 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendid time
Robert K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
2/10 Terrible
CRAIG F.
15 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
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CRAIG F.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Alexandria E.
4 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleased! Will stay again!
Alexandria E.
10/10 Excellent
Sonya U.
7 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
Sonya U.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Anvil Campground
We’re a proud family from Williamsburg, Virginia, and we’ve been welcoming guests to our property since 1954. What started as a small, hand-built campground created by our grandfather Ralph and our father Jerry has grown into a place that’s now served hundreds of thousands of happy travelers — and still remains completely family-owned and operated.
Today, we’re the third generation to run Anvil Campground, and we’re fortunate to have the fourth generation working alongside us. Hosting is more than a job — it’s a legacy. We grew up here, working summers, learning the ropes, and helping our guests find joy in the simple things: campfires, good conversations, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
We love what we do because it connects us with people from all walks of life. We’re passionate about hospitality, and it shows — Anvil Campground has been named Virginia Campground of the Year (2024), National RV Park of the Year (2022 and 2018), and Small Business of the Year in Williamsburg (2019). Our guests become like family, and we’re committed to providing a clean, safe, and relaxing environment filled with personal touches and friendly service.
Whether it’s your first time staying with us or your fiftieth, we want you to feel right at home. Hosting is in our DNA — and we’re honored to continue a tradition that’s lasted over 70 years.
Today, we’re the third generation to run Anvil Campground, and we’re fortunate to have the fourth generation working alongside us. Hosting is more than a job — it’s a legacy. We grew up here, working summers, learning the ropes, and helping our guests find joy in the simple things: campfires, good conversations, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
We love what we do because it connects us with people from all walks of life. We’re passionate about hospitality, and it shows — Anvil Campground has been named Virginia Campground of the Year (2024), National RV Park of the Year (2022 and 2018), and Small Business of the Year in Williamsburg (2019). Our guests become like family, and we’re committed to providing a clean, safe, and relaxing environment filled with personal touches and friendly service.
Whether it’s your first time staying with us or your fiftieth, we want you to feel right at home. Hosting is in our DNA — and we’re honored to continue a tradition that’s lasted over 70 years.
Why they chose this property
Our family chose this neighborhood because it’s where our Virginia story began. In the late 1920s, our great-grandfather and grandfather were hired by John D. Rockefeller Jr. to serve as the master blacksmiths for the original restoration of Colonial Williamsburg. They moved here from Flint, Michigan, to help bring history back to life — quite literally forging the tools and hardware that still decorate the historic area today.
After the restoration was complete, they decided to stay and plant roots in Williamsburg. They fell in love with this area’s charm, history, and the sense of community. In 1954, our family built Anvil Campground by hand, right in the heart of old Williamsburg — not far from where they once swung hammers in the blacksmith shop. We’ve been welcoming guests here ever since.
We love this neighborhood because it blends the best of both worlds: it’s peaceful and relaxed, but just minutes from iconic attractions like Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, and Jamestown. There’s so much to explore — yet our guests often say they’re just as happy relaxing at the campground. It’s a place with history, heart, and a true hometown feel. And for our family, there’s simply no place we’d rather be.
After the restoration was complete, they decided to stay and plant roots in Williamsburg. They fell in love with this area’s charm, history, and the sense of community. In 1954, our family built Anvil Campground by hand, right in the heart of old Williamsburg — not far from where they once swung hammers in the blacksmith shop. We’ve been welcoming guests here ever since.
We love this neighborhood because it blends the best of both worlds: it’s peaceful and relaxed, but just minutes from iconic attractions like Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, and Jamestown. There’s so much to explore — yet our guests often say they’re just as happy relaxing at the campground. It’s a place with history, heart, and a true hometown feel. And for our family, there’s simply no place we’d rather be.
What makes this property unique
What makes our property unique is that it blends deep family history with modern, top-tier hospitality — something truly rare in today’s world of generic vacation rentals. Anvil Campground has been family-owned and operated for four generations, built by hand in 1954 by our grandfather and great-grandfather — both master blacksmiths hired by John D. Rockefeller Jr. to help restore Colonial Williamsburg. Our roots in this area run deep, and we’ve spent over 70 years creating a space where guests can feel that history, warmth, and care the moment they arrive.
We’re proud to have been recognized as the 2024 Virginia Campground of the Year, National RV Park of the Year in both 2018 and 2022, and Small Business of the Year in Williamsburg in 2019. We’ve also earned TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for multiple years, placing us among the top 10% of hospitality businesses worldwide.
But we’re more than just award-winning — we’re experience-focused. Guests enjoy on-site amenities like our Beach Park Playground with 130,000 pounds of beach sand and ziplines, an 85° heated pool, premium log cabins, a free game room, three playgrounds, basketball, yard games, and the only public bus stop at any Williamsburg campground.
We’re also known for our impeccably clean, modern restrooms with granite finishes, first-class Wi-Fi and cable, and special touches like free fresh coffee, donuts, and pet treats. Our dog park, relaxing fire pit areas, and friendly team make it easy to unwind and feel right at home.
What truly sets us apart is the heart we put into everything we do. Hosting isn’t just our business — it’s our family tradition.
We’re proud to have been recognized as the 2024 Virginia Campground of the Year, National RV Park of the Year in both 2018 and 2022, and Small Business of the Year in Williamsburg in 2019. We’ve also earned TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for multiple years, placing us among the top 10% of hospitality businesses worldwide.
But we’re more than just award-winning — we’re experience-focused. Guests enjoy on-site amenities like our Beach Park Playground with 130,000 pounds of beach sand and ziplines, an 85° heated pool, premium log cabins, a free game room, three playgrounds, basketball, yard games, and the only public bus stop at any Williamsburg campground.
We’re also known for our impeccably clean, modern restrooms with granite finishes, first-class Wi-Fi and cable, and special touches like free fresh coffee, donuts, and pet treats. Our dog park, relaxing fire pit areas, and friendly team make it easy to unwind and feel right at home.
What truly sets us apart is the heart we put into everything we do. Hosting isn’t just our business — it’s our family tradition.
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