Family-friendly vacation rentals in Sanford

Cottage at Water's Edge - a cozy stay on the lake.

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Carolina pines as you unwind in this cozy cottage on the water's edge. This hidden gem is ideally situated between major urban centers, yet offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle. The cottage on the lake has been fully renovated and enhanced with modern amenities and stylish touches. During your stay, you can explore the lake on a kayak or a canoe, enjoy some fishing, or simply savor the tranquil views from the porch swing or hammock.

Tiny Home Farm, just off I-95, 10 min Fayetteville

Located 1 min off I-95 & 10 min from Fayetteville on the McDaniel Pine Farm, quietly nestled down a beautiful rock path you’ll feel right at home immediately. Tiny home with 1 bathroom, small kitchen & living area couch converts into a full bed. You’ll enjoy a beautiful outside living area complete with fire pit, sitting area and front porch chairs to sip your coffee overlooking the farm. Plenty of grass & open area for your pet, small kids or just to take an evening stroll around the farm.

Quirky Fun B&B: Tree House Unit

Refurbished container building by an architect professor at UNC-C for a traveling art exhibit A space efficient room (8’x8’) w/ a tall, airy ceiling, full size bed, private bath, Mini fridge (holds 10x 12oz cans), coffee station w Keurig etc, smart TV for streaming & deck overlooking gardens w/ outsider folk art scattered about property. Pass for FREE tasting @ Fair Game Distillery Included! Rates SINGLE OCCUPANCY add’l $20/person/night applies. Hammock, picnic tables, playground & firepit

Shepard Farm

Secluded and peaceful, the name of the street says it all: Sunset. This gated residence offers breathtaking sunset views across a sprawling 50 acre farm. Take in the landscape, complete with horses & cows, or retire to your exclusive guest house, complete with full kitchen, refrigerator, and washer & dryer. This one big room guest house has a king bed & queen sofa bed, and comes with your own door code, parking space, and private, fenced-in back yard for your pets. (pet fee applies).

Lovely farm cabin experience

Connect with nature in this unforgettable farm setting. Take in serene views from the deck or walk around to enjoy a variety of sweet animals including sheep, horses, goats, alpacas, emus, cows, ponies and more. The space is a fully furnished apartment in an adorable stone cabin with one queen bedroom, kitchen, full bath, laundry, high speed Wi-Fi, and outdoor hot tub. Upper cabin is also available as a separate rental (sleeps 5) listed as Log Cabin at the Farm on Airbnb.

Hilltop Hideaway Asheboro, NC | 5 min to NC Zoo

Enjoy a nice quiet stay whether you’re just visiting the NC Zoo or need a cozy home away from home. This fully furnished tiny house will be a great getaway. 5 minutes to the Africa Entrance of the NC Zoo. 15 minutes or less to shopping and restaurants. 30 minutes to Uwharrie National Forest. Around 30 minutes to Greensboro, NC. Around 30 minutes to High Point, NC. Around 45 minutes to Winston-Salem, NC. Around 1.5 hours to Charlotte, NC. Around 1.5 hours to Raleigh, NC.

Rustic Cabin on a Working Farm in Durham

Come get away from it all—while conveniently close to everything—at Laurel Branch Gardens, a 12-acre farm that uses organic growing practices. About 100 yards from the farm house, the cabin is a renovated tobacco barn with a sleeping loft, full kitchen, bathroom (with a shower and composting toilet), and living area. Meet the pigs and chickens. Lay in the hammock. Listen to bird calls. During June and July u-pick blueberries will be available for harvest for $3.50/lbs.

Golf Resort, Private Entrance, Bath & Kitchenette

This Condo is located on Talamore Golf Resort and is minutes away from many world class golf courses, to include Pinehurst Resort. Approximately 40 minutes to Fort Bragg for Military/DOD civilians who are TDY or house hunting; 4 miles to First Health Moore Regional Hospital for travel nurses; 2.5 miles to Sandhill community college; Reservoir Park is a 250 yard walk from the front door and includes a 95 acre lake, and more than 12 miles of Greenway Trails.

Carthage Country Guesthouse

This is a peaceful area with time to just slow down a little. Looking for a little peace & quiet? I have the place for you. Very cute Guesthouse nestled deep in the country area of Carthage. It's like taking a few steps back in time when life was simple. We are located within minutes to Pinehurst, Seven Lakes, Cameron, Pottery Highway and downtown Carthage. A very quiet area with nothing but the sounds of Mother Nature.

Cozy 1Bdr, 1 bath Cottage on 8 acre horse Farm

Beautiful little guest house on our horse farm with view of the horses and picturesque little pond. Feel free to go seat by the pond, and see the horses. We accept housebroken pets with a 50 dollar (non-refundable fee). The little house is in a quiet and relaxing place not far from Southern Pines, Pinehurst, Aberdeen and Carthage. We live on our farm so if you need anything we will be right there.

Beautiful new 1 BDR/1 BA downtown apartment B

Enjoy your stay at this beautiful, newly renovated historic downtown apartment. This apartment is located above The Smoke & Barrel restaurant and Added Accents gift shop and is within easy walking distance of several other restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, a downtown park and a variety of downtown shopping options. Treat yourself to a downtown experience like no other in Sanford.

Big BUS-tiny living! w/Fire pit!

The perfect getaway to experience tiny living in a Big BUS! You will love this unique, custom built & one of a kind bohemian inspired Bus! Located on a private lot surrounded by beautiful trees! Only 30 minutes outside of downtown Raleigh and close to all of southern Wake/Harnett County. Enjoy a unique glamping tiny home experience as you relax by the fire pit!