Family-friendly holiday rentals in Watauga County

Farm Stay Cabin: Hot Tub, Creek, Animals & Zipline

Private Farm Stay 🐐🐖🐎🐇🦆🐓 where kids explore, parents relax, and everyone reconnects — animals, creek, zipline, and hot tub included. Designed for families/couples who want space, adventure & something truly different. 🌄 Choose the EXPERIENCE ✔ Private Petting Zoo & Pickleball ✔ Hot Tub & Fire Pit ✔ Ziplines, Huge Slide & Axe Toss ✔ Stocked trout creek ✔ Bird Aviary, Ponds & Hiking ✔ Fishing, Tubing & Trampoline ✔ Family-friendly and/or Romantic stay Only 20-25 mins to downtown Boone!

Upscale creekside cabin 15 min to Boone

Greystone Cabin on Cove Creek is an all-new luxury mountain cabin featuring a babbling creek and 6 person hot tub with stunning views of the surrounding mountains! 15 min from the shops & dining of downtown Boone, this rustic-chic Cabin offers 5 star comfort and relaxation inside & out! Ski in the winter, fish 3 types of trout, tubing & soak in our creek, swing over the creek and relax by the fire pit. Enjoy all the peaceful bliss watching the cows and horses graze our “Mini Ireland” property!

1 Mile to Ski Resort! Stunning Sunsets + Fire Pit

Welcome to your cozy mountain retreat, the Canopy Chalet, nestled in the heart of Beech Mountain, NC. This charming 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath cabin is the perfect getaway for families, couples, or friends looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Just minutes away from the Beech Mtn. Resort, you'll have easy access to a variety of outdoor activities year-round. In the winter months, enjoy skiing, snowboarding & tubing. In the summer, hiking and biking trails, fishing & tons to explore.

Kirsten's Crib

Comfortable, clean, cheerfully colorful, artistically decorated and lovingly adorned with mosaic artwork including a dreamy mosaic bathroom. Open studio space with a full size bed, living room and kitchen plus separate bedroom with bunk beds. Fits 4 people comfortably. You would never know its a renovated mobile home as it's more reminiscent of a rustic mountain cabin! The place is super quirky and perfectly imperfect. I like to think of it as rich with character! 3 min drive from downtown :)

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.

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 mountain views. A perfect front porch setting for those NC Mountain sunsets offering a peaceful relaxing experience. The surrounding wildlife, forested area, hiking trails, and bold streams make this an adventurous getaway. Parkway and New River are minutes away for fishing and biking. 3 Ski Resorts as close as 20 to 35 miles and Boone, Jefferson, Appalachian State University all less then 12 miles near All with easy Hwy access.

1st floor Beech Mtn Ski Suite~Pool/Hot Tub/Sauna

FIRST FLOOR cozy studio located at the Pinnacle Inn. Incredible location just steps away from an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and much more! LESS THAN A MILE FROM THE OVERLOOK BARN and Beech Mountain Ski Resort. In-unit Laundry/WIFI/Queen Bed ** Tennis and Pickleball courts being resurfaced ** COMMUNITY AMENITIES: *ON-SITE SKI RENTALS* Heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, gym, table tennis, outdoor tennis court, pickleball, mini golf, shuffleboard, disc golf, corn hole.

Rustic Barn Retreat - Upper Level

The upper floor of our charming barn retreat near Boone, Banner Elk, and Blowing Rock! Cozy up by the stone fireplace in the winter, cook in the fully equipped kitchen, and relax on the outdoor patio with forest views. Kids and adults will love exploring the property which includes access to the Watuga River. 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!

Private 2BR Cottage. King Bd, Fire, <1 mi to Sugar

You'll love this bright and comfy, stand-alone cottage. No need for 4WD or long, winding treks up the mountain. Easy access, smart lock and parking right outside your front door. The cottage sits right across from Sugar Mountain and is peacefully tucked away with flora all around yet right in the heart of top skiing, hiking, restaurants, and attractions. Get cozy by the fire, enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, and relax on your private deck (all kid friendly).