Outdoor Hospitality Glossary

Standard RV electrical service providing 3,600 watts of power (30 amps × 120 volts), sufficient for most RVs and travel…

High-capacity RV electrical service providing 12,000 watts of power (50 amps × 240 volts, or two 50-amp × 120-volt…

A triangular-shaped glamping structure with steeply angled sides that meet at the top, forming the letter 'A',…

A brand of iconic streamlined, silver aluminum travel trailers known for their distinctive rounded shape, often…

Features, facilities, and services provided by outdoor hospitality properties to enhance guest experience, including…

A professional assessment of a property's value conducted by a certified appraiser, used for financing, sales,…

An RV or camping site that requires drivers to reverse their vehicle into the parking space, typically more compact…

A circular canvas tent supported by a single central pole, with a design resembling a bell, providing a spacious…

A spherical or pod-shaped transparent glamping shelter—usually air-supported PVC or similar—with clear walls and…

A small house, typically made of wood, situated in a natural setting, ranging from rustic to luxurious and providing…

An outdoor facility providing spaces for tent camping and sometimes RVs, typically with basic amenities like restrooms,…

A tent made from heavy-duty canvas material, known for durability and breathability, used in glamping to provide…

Similar properties that have recently sold, used as benchmarks to determine a property's market value in the sales…

An assessment of competing properties and businesses in the market to understand competitive positioning, pricing, and…

The cost to build structures, facilities, and improvements on a property, including materials, labor, and contractor…

A glamping accommodation created from repurposed shipping containers, converted into comfortable living spaces with…

A property valuation method that estimates value based on the cost to replace or reproduce the property, minus…

A replica of traditional Conestoga wagons used during American westward expansion, adapted as stationary glamping…

The total cost to develop a property from raw land to operational outdoor hospitality facility, including land…

A geodesic dome structure composed of a network of triangles, providing a spherical glamping accommodation known for…

A comprehensive investigation and analysis of a property before purchase, including legal, financial, environmental,…

A facility at RV parks and campgrounds where RVers can empty their black water (sewage) and gray water (wastewater)…

A legal right to use another person's property for a specific purpose, such as access roads, utility lines, or shared…

The legal right to develop a property for a specific use, obtained through zoning approvals, permits, and regulatory…

A comprehensive analysis that evaluates the viability, market potential, and financial prospects of a proposed outdoor…

Movable furniture, fixtures, and equipment used in outdoor hospitality operations, including beds, linens, appliances,…

A cabin structure built on a floating platform or pontoon system, positioned on lakes, rivers, or other bodies of…

An RV or camping site that provides connections for water, sewer, and electrical service, allowing for complete…

A combination of 'glamorous' and 'camping,' glamping refers to luxury outdoor accommodations that combine the…

A small, insulated, permanent or semi-permanent glamping accommodation structure, typically featuring a compact design…

A commercial outdoor accommodation destination featuring standalone glamping units with bedding and linens, ranging…

A compact, often earth-sheltered or bermed guest structure with a rounded door and organic, hillside-integrated…

A floating lodging unit built on a hull or pontoons—designed or adapted for overnight stays—moored at a dock, marina,…

One-time fees charged by local governments to developers to offset the cost of public infrastructure and services…

A property valuation method that determines value based on the property's income-generating potential, typically using…

An inflatable, transparent tent structure made from clear PVC or similar material, providing 360-degree views of the…

The fundamental facilities and systems required for outdoor hospitality operations, including utilities (water, sewer,…

A hospitality concept where buildings and guest structures are designed to blend into the natural terrain—often…

A comprehensive evaluation of market conditions, demand, competition, and trends that informs business decisions for…

A modern architectural glamping structure featuring mirrored exterior walls that reflect the surrounding environment,…

Third-party booking platforms such as Booking.com, Expedia, or Airbnb that list accommodations, process reservations,…

The industry segment encompassing accommodations and experiences in outdoor settings, including glamping resorts, RV…

A recreational vehicle–style unit built on a chassis but typically intended for long-term or seasonal placement in an…

The process of obtaining official government approvals and permits required to develop, construct, and operate outdoor…

A staged approach to property development where construction occurs in multiple phases over time, allowing for gradual…

A form of camping that involves minimal facilities and amenities, typically offering only basic necessities like a…

The day-to-day operations, maintenance, and oversight of outdoor hospitality properties, including guest services,…

An RV or camping site designed to allow vehicles to enter from one direction and exit from the opposite direction…

Forecasted income estimates for a property based on occupancy rates, average daily rates, and other revenue sources…

A level surface, typically made of concrete, asphalt, or gravel, where an RV is parked at a campsite, providing…

A facility providing spaces for recreational vehicles with basic to full amenities including electrical, water, and…

A high-end RV park offering premium amenities, services, and facilities for recreational vehicle travelers, typically…

A large, rectangular canvas tent with straight vertical walls and a peaked roof, often built on a raised platform,…

An RV or outdoor hospitality site rented for an extended period—commonly a full season or year—rather than by the…

The variation in demand, occupancy, and revenue for outdoor hospitality properties based on seasonal factors like…

A traditional British mobile structure originally used by shepherds, featuring a curved roof, wooden construction, and…

Electrical power connection provided at RV sites, allowing RVs to connect to the electrical grid instead of relying…

A furnished accommodation rented for short stays—often defined by local ordinance as under 30 days—frequently listed on…

The process of preparing raw land for development, including clearing, grading, infrastructure installation, and site…

A designated mooring space at a dock or marina where a boat is kept—rented nightly, seasonally, or annually—often…

A compact, stand-alone house typically measuring no more than 400 square feet, designed for efficient living and…

A conical tent traditionally used by Native American tribes, constructed with a framework of wooden poles covered by…

A local tax on short-stay lodging collected from guests (or remitted by operators), known as TOT, bed tax, hotel tax,…

A structure built among the branches or around the trunk of a tree, elevated above the ground, providing a unique and…

A restored travel trailer from the mid-20th century (typically 1980s or earlier), featuring retro design elements and…

A rectangular canvas tent with vertical walls and a peaked roof, similar to safari tents but typically smaller and more…

A circular tent with a wooden lattice frame and fabric covering, traditionally used by nomadic peoples in Central Asia,…

Local government regulations that control how land can be used, including what types of buildings and activities are…