Family-friendly vacation rentals in John H. Kerr Reservoir

Cozy Getaway Efficiency on Buggs Island/Kerr Lake

Fully stocked efficiency on Bluestone Creek, Clarksville, VA. Will sleep 4 (queen bed and sofa sleeper). Best suited for a couple or will accommodate family up to 4. Covered deck overlooking lake. Quiet and secluded, surrounded by 28 acres of woods. Perfect for fishermen and recreation. Parking for boat/ trailer. Dock has electric. A canoe is provided. 15-minute boat ride to Clarksville. Launch is 4 miles from property. Private entrance, 2nd floor. No meals served. Over 10 yrs is an extra guest.

Rustic Secluded Cabin at Whetstone Creek Farm

Unwind in your own forest retreat. Enjoy waking up in the king size bed to views of trees, a well appointed open floor plan, and a front porch made for sitting! Listen to rain on the tin roof or enjoy a bonfire in the fire pit after taking a stroll down 2 miles of wooded trails or wading in the creek. Stay connected with high speed wifi. Wildlife abounds on our woodland plant farm. Approximately 15 minutes from Ft. Pickett, this is the perfect place to stay in Blackstone if you want to get away!

Two Dachshund Farm (Lavender & Fiber Farm), LLC

We are a working fiber/lavender farm convenient to Raleigh, Louisburg, Wake Forest, Henderson, & Durham. Meet our alpacas, sheep, llamas, Angora goats & more. Tours are included for our guests ifAdditional visitors will need to pay a tour fee. Use of the pool is for registered guests only. Events will be considered. The unit is a 700 sq ft apartment over a garage with private entrance. Twenty stairs lead up to the apartment. A pullout couch accommodates 2 younger children or a teenager/adult.

Timberwood Tiny Home

Timberwood Tiny Home is a place to rest your head & heart in Efland, North Carolina. The peaceful retreat is down a country road approximately 10-minutes from downtown Hillsborough. The 200 square foot tiny home is on a private corner of 8-acres shared with our main house. It features Scandinavian-style details, two beds, a spacious porch, abundant natural light, a wood-fired hot tub, barrel sauna, cold plunge, and more. There are features of the home that may make it unsuitable for children.

A-FRAME Lake Cabin. Private Boat Dock, Kayaks, SUP

BRAND NEW (2022) custom lakefront A-Frame Cabin. Mid-Century Modern. You'll love the stylish cottage & all the outdoor living/playing. Close walk to your own private dock (2 boat slips) and boat ramps close by. Located right on Kerr Lake (aka Buggs Island). NEW for 2024; ALL NEW BATHROOM, NEW stable internet, concrete sidewalk, Solostove firepit patio, NEW hot tub, patio lights, gas grill, outdoor shower. Toys left out; wagon for hauling, kids kayak, adult kayak, paddle board, and beach chairs.

Kerr Lake Amazing Views, Private Dock, Quiet

Peaceful lakefront retreat: Private dock, table, and new solar-lit umbrella (7/28/25). Amenities include a new gas grill (7/28/25), paddleboard, canoe, kayak, cornhole, hammock, firepit, puzzles, books, and games. Enjoy a large deck with two tables and a screened porch with couch—perfect for morning coffee. The home features 3 bedrooms, a loft, 3 full baths, and a dedicated workspace. Ideal for families, friends, or fishing trips. Driveway fits 5 trucks with trailers; boat launch 2 miles away.

The Yurt at Frog Pond Farm

Our yurt (30' dia.) is rustic, beautiful, quiet, in deep woods with deck overlooking pond. Great for couples, small families (not childproof). Includes hot tub & Poetry Walk. Beds are futons. It's warm June-Aug. (no A/C, plenty fans), but way cooler than the city. It's cold Nov.-March (wood stove heat). Mini-fridge & microwave (no kitchen/plumbing). Parking and the bath-house are 2-min. walks (toilet, sink, shower). Two minutes to Saxapahaw. Read description for more info. NO PARTIES. No dogs.

Cozy Cabin & Farm stay @ Owl Tree Acres Homestead

Sunflower cabin is a sweet little rustic cabin with friendly homesteading artist/host located on Owl Tree Acres Farm. Cozy sleeping for 4, a dorm refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave, coffeemaker,. Wifi with desk and Smart HD TV are provided. A “separate” beautiful bath house is located near the Communal fire pit away from the cabin. No bathroom facilities in cabin. Pets allowed with $30 pet fee. No pit bulls, rottweillers or other agressive dog breeds allowed. No pets allowed on beds.

Horse farm, serene, secluded, creekside suite

Welcome to Strouds Creek Farm. Charming 2BR 1 bathroom suite w/cozy farmhouse decor. Located on 20 picturesque acres nestled in the woods. Enjoy peaceful mornings filled with bird songs. Stroll around the farm to meet & greet our "fur family". Relax in a hammock, explore the creek or sit on the swing & enjoy the farm fresh air. Just 5 minutes from downtown Hillsborough, an artist's paradise, dotted with art galleries, boutiques, a bookstore & restaurants. 15 min. to Duke & downtown Durham.

Storybook Tiny House w/ Outdoor Shower, Water View

Nestled within 15 secluded acres, our tiny home is more than a place to stay, but a unique experience designed for creatives, couples, and those yearning to escape the hurry of everyday life. Our 125 sq ft tiny home is a sanctuary where connections deepen, creativity flourishes, & the soul finds rest. It's a place where time slows down. Just a short drive from Raleigh, this cozy retreat offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful, country setting & easy access to amenities and attractions.

Lakefront Cottage w/ great view and use of dock

The sunlit cottage is perfect place to enjoy the largest lake in Virginia, exploring nearby state parks, the quaint town of Clarksville, or nearby breweries/wineries. The cottage offers an open view of the lake and use of a dock (150 yds from house) for fishing, swiming, docking watercraft or watching the sunset. A great retreat for a small family of 4 or 2 couples. Please indicate the number of guests; parties over 4 must be pre-approved. Reservation must be by an adult (age 21+).

Cozy Cabin in the Countryside

Enjoy a cozy cabin with internet, ac/heat, kitchenette with fridge and microwave. Please note there is no water in the cabin and shower and toilet are located in the bathhouse just a few steps away. This comfortable Cabin has very easy quick access to all amenities including the showerhouse, picnic areas, lawn games, outdoor kitchen. Hottub is open. Property is within minutes of downtown Chapel Hill & Hillsborough, Raleigh, Durham are 20-30 minutes away. No Smoking or Vaping in Cabins