Family-friendly vacation 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!

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 less then 12 miles near. All with easy Hwy access from 4 lane hwy.

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!

Forest Dome Getaway Near Boone | King Bed + Creek

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 a luxury “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!

Modern Luxe A-Frame w/ Dome, Hot Tub & Sauna

Looking for a modern luxe romantic getaway? A peaceful mountain retreat to reconnect with nature and each other? Slow down and relax at our A-Frame Hide-A-Way Enjoy a quaint retreat nestled amongst the trees with an outdoor oasis perfect for relaxing and rejuvenating. Minutes from skiing, dining, wine tasting, breweries, shopping, art galleries, hiking, rafting and more. Centrally located just 5 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock and close to Boone, Grandfather Mt, Sugar Mt & Appalachian Ski

Beech Mountain Retreat Upon Watauga River

Vacation on the river, in the mountains of North Carolina. Secluded Fully furnished suite in a private home located on the Watauga River at Beech Creek convergent. One bedroom with a Queen size Bed, twin XL and Murphy bed. One bathroom with tub and shower. Living room with gas fire place, washer dryer and fully stocked kitchen. Floor to ceiling glass doors on two sides allowing full view of river and creek. Huge deck with tables and chairs which includes grill and gas fire pit. PETS welcome.

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.

THE HEMLOCK. Modern, Kid-friendly Cabin near Boone

Hurricane Helene Update: We are incredibly fortunate that our property did not suffer damage from the storm and the main roads to and from our home are accessible. Internet and power have been restored, and our property is ready to offer a lovely refuge for anyone needing a temporary place to stay. We are devastated by the losses experienced in Western NC and encourage any locals to reach out with a message prior to booking if you want to spend a few days at the Hemlock. We want to help.

The Cottage at Historic Sutherland Manor est. 1807

(Please note the siding is being redone on the farmhouse in front of the cottage so there will be construction noise at times) 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.

Romantic A-Frame•Awesome Mountain View•Epic Shower

Come stay in our 5 STAR chalet! A favorite for special & romantic getaways. Our romantic A-frame is 10 min to downtown Boone & a quick drive to Banner Elk. With a perfect view of Grandfather Mountain, this view has been called one of the best in Boone! This modern cabin has a surround shower, a fire pit, a 2 person Jacuzzi soaking tub, custom stained glass and many personal touches to make it feel like home. Come stay in our sweet home that is close to everything, yet feels miles away!

Branches at Cross Creek Farms

As you walk down to this tucked away home, reality starts to fade away. You will be greeted with Large covered porch that invites you into the home. This home features an open floor plan, walls of windows that overlook the mature trees. This home was designed for a luxurious couples retreat thoughtfully designed with stylish furnishings and art work, spa like bathroom where you can soak in a vessel tub over looking nature in privacy. Come and relax @ Branches Of Cross Creek.

Cabin with Amazing Mountain Views*Hot tub*Fire pit

Welcome to Sunrise Vista! Relax in our peaceful, secluded cabin 4400' high up in Boone with incredible long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Here you will feel like you are miles away but only a 7 minute drive to downtown Boone and a short drive to all that the High Country has to offer. Spectacular views year around! Sip your coffee on the porch with the morning sunrise or relax by the fire pit while enjoying the view.