Family-friendly vacation rentals in Watauga County

Creekside Cottage on Pine Orchard Creek, Todd, NC

Beautiful cottage overlooking Pine Orchard Creek! Enjoy the picture perfect setting of Todd, NC. Our cottage is part of a 17 acre historic farm dating back to 1881. Play in our huge yard, take a dip in the creek, or a hike up our mountain to our private lookout! 1/2 mile from New River with tubing, kayaking and fishing! 15 min to Boone, 15 min to West Jefferson. Perfect for a weekend getaway or for ASU parents! Stocked with goodies including local coffee, our farm fresh eggs, and homemade bread.

The Wood Shop @ Boone Retreat

Converted wood working shop, spent time as cabinet shop, picture frame shop and most recently artist’s loft. Think New York Loft Meets Mountain Cabin, complete with glass door wood stove!! Now, makes for very unique space. Enter through spacious 2 car garage to original shop, lay out updated for unique mountain LOFT getaway. Think..rustic, raw, real, back to basic, with a Modern Twist! 2 zone mini-split heat/ac! Heat good down to around 30 degrees, wall heater in Bath/Gas heater in Living Room

Glass House Of Cross Creek Farms

Kick back and relax in this Luxurious mountain contemporary home located in the poplar subdivision of Cross Creek Farms, Blowing Rock NC. This home sits on a 2 acre lot with plenty of privacy and has an abundance of windows allowing the sunlight shine through and for you to enjoy the beauty of the forest that surrounds you. This home features an open concept with vaulted living area, large kitchen, expansive bedroom with spa like bathroom. A short drive miles to either Boone or Blowing Rock.

Creekside Cabin ---Peaceful & Private

Dry Cabin w/ covered deck overlooking a rushing creek within 15-20 minutes of Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk & Blue Ridge Parkway. A great way to experience "glamping" where stunning nature meets modern luxuries. Located on 30 acres with the comforts of electricity, mini fridge, heat, WiFi, and cooking accommodations. Bathroom is only 30 yard walk. Sleeping space for 2 adults only. 1-2 small kids may be allowed with preapproval. AWD/4-wheel drive recommended December-March in case of snow.

Luxury Geodesic Dome • Winter Mountain Wonderland

A private & eclectic Appalachian Mountain experience awaits you at 4Creeks. Well off the main road and nested in the trees, “On the Rocks” geodome is NOT a “glamping” experience! This geodesic dome has it all— full kitchen, full bath, supplemental heat & air conditioning, babbling creek and forest views. Want to go out? We're only 10 minutes from downtown. Like staying in? Our full kitchen and grill bring you comforts of home. Larger party than 4? Book our Skoolie “High Rollin” for 2 more!

Moss Creek Waterfront Cabin Boone Perfect Location

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...CREEKSIDE RELAXATION! One mile to Hound Ears Golf Club! Moss Creek cabin sits next to a gently flowing creek. Enjoy your early mornings or late evenings next to the fire overlooking the water. A peaceful getaway that is incredibly convenient to the top High Country attractions. Only 5 miles to Blowing Rock, 8 miles to Boone, and 12 miles to Banner Elk. Moss Creek is the perfect location for shopping, dining, skiing, biking, hiking & beautiful family parks.

Tiny House with GREAT VIEWS!

Our space, a custom build from HGTV-featured tiny house builder Randy Jones, is on a ridge with unparalleled, 270-degree views of Grandfather Mountain, all three area ski resorts, on into Tennessee and Virginia's Mount Rogers. We're located 20 minutes from Boone and 15 to West Jefferson, and even closer to the Blue Ridge Parkway and New River activities like fishing and tubing. If you've considered downsizing, or you just want to give living tiny a try for a getaway, this is the place!

Charming Cabin farm-core aesthetic, 15 min 2 Boone

Cottage is situated overlooking gentle pastures and long range mountain views. A perfect front porch setting for those North Carolina Mountain sunsets offering a peaceful relaxing experience. The surrounding wildlife, forested area, hiking trails, and bold streams make this an adventurous getaway for the whole family. The Blue Ridge Parkway and New River are minutes away for fishing, biking and river fun. Boone, Jefferson, Appalachian State University are less then 12 miles near.

Creekside Tiny home-Private hike, pets welcome

Comfortable bed, private, pet friendly, WiFi, covered porch, attached indoor bathroom w/ hot shower and sink; Outside port-a-potty, kitchenette, grill and fire pit. Central to Sugar and Beech Ski Mtns, Valle Crucis/Banner Elk 10 minutes, Boone is 25 minutes away. Nature lover’s paradise, song birds, wildlife, creek side, at the pastoral base of Rocky Face Mountain. Creek stocked for 800 feet of private fishing. Quick access to hiking trails. Plenty of room to pitch a tent add 4+

Our Happy Little Hut

Come and stay in our unique quonset hut just 15 minutes to Boone! This is a half circle metal building turned into a unique tiny home cabin experience. This 400 sq ft space has everything you need including a bedroom, bathroom and upstairs kids loft. The main area has colorful wood details and an accent wall with 100 year old barn wood right from our own farm. The water is straight from a natural spring up our mountain. This space is ideal for couples, and two kids.

Blowing Rock Tiny House

Nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains only ten minutes from both downtown Boone, Blowing Rock, App Ski, and Blue Ridge Parkway hiking, this fully-equipped tiny house on wheels is a great spot for vacation or an extended stay in the Appalachians. Note: this is a tiny house. It is 8' x 26'. It is very comfortable for up to two people (maybe three if the third is a very small child). No pets please If you were displaced by Helene, please contact us directly.

The Cottage at Historic Sutherland Manor est. 1807

Helene update: the farm is undamaged and roads leading to it are passable. This farm cottage is located on a historic 40 acre farmstead behind a beautiful farmhouse (which is under renovation) with views of The Peak, Ashe County’s highest mountain. We are bordering Elk Knob State Park and a 10 minute drive to the park entrance. The farm is located in the historic Sutherland valley district and was built in 1807 by Thomas Sutherland.