Family-friendly holiday rentals in Watauga County

In The Trees. Boone!

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful getaway just minutes from all that the High Country has to offer. Sitting on 2.85 acres of forest at 3600’ elevation, this home can feel like your own private mountain resort while sitting in the shade of the trees or soaking up the sun on the front porch. With lots of trees and rhododendron surrounding the home, we hope you will enjoy the property that you will have all to yourself; along with lots of amenities to make your stay great enjoyable.

Grandfather View-4500FT UP-Arcade-Games-WD-A/C-Big

4500 FT elevation. Rare mountain top view including Grandfather Mountain! 700+ 5 Star Reviews! BOOK WITH COMFORT! Large house with a vintage decor. Games, views, WIFI, entertainment! Light Breakfast & Coffee ☕! 2 minutes to Hawksnest! 5 to Otterfalls! 10 to Grandfather Winery! 25 minutes, Boone, Blowing Rock, Ski Sugar/Beech, Banner Elk, Grandfather MT, Tweetsie, OZ! Central location between Banner Elk and Boone! 300 MBPS FAST WiFi, CENTRAL A/C, W/D, PARKING, HDTV, ARCADE, Gameroom!

Spencer's Barn - Between Boone & Blowing Rock

Enjoy staying at Spencer's Barn - a newly renovated barn from the 1930's. This cozy space is a perfect retreat for those wanting a mountain escape or a home base while you hit the slopes (less than 1 mile away) in the winter or the Blue Ridge Parkway for a drive or hike. Relax outside by a fire and enjoy your morning coffee outside listening to the creek. Nestled 5 miles from downtown Blowing Rock and Boone, you will feel like you're off the beaten path but close enough to all the amenities.

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!

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+

Upper Historic Carriage House with River Access

A charming retreat on our family-friendly hobby farm near Boone, Banner Elk, and Blowing Rock! Cozy up by the stone fireplace in the winter, cook in the fully equipped kitchen, and relax in the covered outdoor patio with forest views. Kids and adults will love meeting our gentle farm animals and exploring the grounds. Just minutes from Boone’s vibrant shops, Banner Elk’s ski slopes, and Blowing Rock’s scenic trails, it’s the perfect base for a fun family adventure. Book today!

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.

Parkway Tiny Home-Views-Bass Pond-Disc Golf

Cozy Tiny Home on beautiful property- amazing mountain and pond views, access to private stocked fishing pond, miles of trails nearby, and a 18 hole disc golf course. Tiny home has full size bed, microwave, fridge, coffee maker, electric fireplace heater, fans, shower, sink, tv with roku, internet. Back deck is super cute with great views, grill and fire pit. Close to parkway, in between Boone and Blowing Rock. About 10 min from each.