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!

Skycrest Lodge | Ridgetop View, Game Room, Hot Tub

Wake up to mountain views, gather on the screened porch, soak in the hot tub, and spend evenings around the fire pit. Skycrest Lodge sits in scenic Sugar Grove, minutes from downtown Boone, shops, dining, and everyday essentials. Great For: Families, friend groups, mountain getaways Sleeps: 8 guests Bedrooms: 3 Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Queen-over-Queen Bunk Bathrooms: 3 Full Work Friendly: Dedicated workspace + Wi-Fi Family Features: Hot tub, Game room, Fire pit, Spacious gathering areas

Chic A-Frame near Boone, Dogs Welcome

Classic 1970 A-Frame 15 min to King Street! Hot tub + Arcade w/60+Games for Retro Vibes. Family traditions start here. - 6 adults MAX, 8 guests with children - 3 floors w/bedroom + bath on EACH LEVEL - Watauga River Valley, water 5 min away, wooded 2 acres - Fire pit, Deck, Gas BBQ Grill, Cornhole - 2 living rooms w/ smart TVs, gas log fireplaces. puzzles, games + books - Coffee bar: drip + french press, locally roasted beans c/o Hatchett Coffee - 🐶 Welcome Explore more: @appalachianaframe

Creekside Dome Near Boone | King Bed Full Bath +AC

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!

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.

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.

Cozy Riverfront Duplex Near Town and Ski Mountains

Payne Branch River retreat (B) is nestled on eleven acres of privately owned riverfront property in Blowing Rock, NC. The New River runs directly in front of the property and provides unique access to pristine, hatchery supported trout fishing. We are ten minutes from Appalachian Ski Mountain and two miles from downtown Boone with easy access to 321. This retreat is the perfect getaway for exploring all the High Country has to offer. Primary renter mush be at least 25 years old to book.

Stone Cottage

Built in 1938 and updated with all of the modern comforts of today, this storybook cottage provides a setting to relax and reconnect in all seasons. Guests can enjoy pastoral views during the warmer months and curl up beside the fireplace in cooler months. The Stone Cottage is conveniently located between Boone and Blowing Rock which makes it an ideal choice for enjoying the local attractions. Tweetsie Railroad, Appalachian Ski Mountain, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are only minutes away.

Boone Gorge Camp

Cozy tent with electric heat and AC. Double-layered, all-season 16'x16', by a waterfall near Boone Gorge Park. Only three minutes from Boone, yet away from it all. Minutes to App Ski Mtn, Tweetsie, and fishing. Port-a-john close by for bathroom. Shower hut with hot water basin when temperatures are above freezing. Rec center nearby. Firepit, complimentary firewood, picnic area, firewood, water, WiFi and electricity. Additional firewood and homemade cinnamon rolls available.

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!

Rustic & cozy, 3 decks w/ loft, 10 min to downtown

Looking for a peaceful retreat to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life? Our cozy, small home located just 10 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock is the perfect getaway. Adorned with locally sourced reclaimed wood and metals, this rustic yet modern house is sure to inspire your senses and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're looking to explore the great outdoors or simply relax and unwind, this peaceful home has everything you need for a memorable stay.

Cabin with Amazing Mountain Views*Fire pit*Hot tub

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.