Family-friendly holiday rentals in Avery 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!

Grandfather View • Near Hawksnest • Arcade • Games

4,500 ft elevation with rare mountain-top views, including Grandfather Mountain! 800+ 5 Star Reviews! Spacious home with vintage mountain decor. Arcade, game room & tons of board games. Fast Wi-Fi, great views & comfort Light breakfast & coffee ☕ 2 min drive to Hawksnest tubing & zip lines 5 min to Otter Falls 10 min to Grandfather Winery 25 min to Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Sugar & Beech Mtn, Tweetsie Central between Boone & Banner Elk. 300 Mbps Wi-Fi, Central A/C, W/D, Parking, HDTV

Hot Tub Over the River · Historic Banner Elk Cabin

Experience an authentic 1884 log cabin on the Elk River. 19th-century soul with modern comfort, featuring private river access, a hot tub, wood burning fireplace and radiant heat. • Riverfront: Steps from your door to wading and fishing. • Setting: Authentic riverside serenity in the High Country. • Layout: King primary + 2nd BR with 1 double & 2 lofted twins. • Rustic Soul: A real cabin in the woods expect nature, leaves, and 140 years of charm. • Location: 5 mins to Sugar Mtn. and Banner Elk

Mountain View at Snooty Fox Cabin

Enjoy amazing views from our updated home. Insurance oks 1-2 small non-LGD dogs to 40# total w/prior approval. No cats, sorry. Walk or Hike the trails, see the Falls, Kayak, drive the Parkway, ski, skate, snowboard. Explore Banner Elk, Sugar, Grandfather & Beech Mtn communities, visit Blowing Rock, Boone & Valle Crucis. Visit White Crow Wedding Venue, area Vineyards in Banner Elk, Grandfather Mountain & Linville Falls, Galleries, Kettell Brewery, Apple Hill Alpaca farm & Lees McRae College.

HQ Mtn- Retro Nature Retreat with hiking trails

Hikers, Mountain Bikers, and Adventurers; Come relax in our mid-century modern guest house that borders the Pisgah National Forest! Y'all, we have such a great yard! We have an apple orchard, garden, a fire pit, private hiking and mtn biking trails straight out of the backyard and into the national forest, along with a kids bike pump track. Luxurious amenities throughout the house along with vintage books, games, and record player. We welcome guests from all walks of life! Adventure awaits!

Whistling Winds Awenasa - Rustic Glam Getaway

Awenasa is the Cherokee word for "my home" and WWA will be your home away from home. 20 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock and minutes off the Blue Ridge Parkway, it is in a private community, nestled in trees, with the sound of Lost Creek heard from the deck. Many amenities make your time at the cabin a cozy & comfortable one, including cable TVs in every room, WiFi, grill, fire table, and griddle. The kitchen is well stocked for preparing meals if you decide to stay in and enjoy the view.

Treetop Hideaway | Chalet Nestled in the Mountains

Mountain Chalet in Banner Elk | Near Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain Cozy 3 bedroom chalet with a spacious loft and game room atop of Mill Ridge, minutes from downtown Banner Elk, Grandfather Mountain, Beech Mountain Ski Resort, Boone, and Blowing Rock. Enjoy mountain views, hiking trails, Watauga River access, tennis courts, and a heated pool. Perfect for families or couples seeking a mountain getaway with easy access to skiing, hiking, and dining. Book your Banner Elk escape with us.

Creekside Cabin | Pet Friendly | No Cleaning Fee

Unplug at this private creekside log cabin in the NC mountains—ideal for couples or small families seeking a quiet getaway. Wake to the creek, enjoy coffee on the deck, and unwind by the fireplace or fire pit. Inside: vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and a bright, updated space with rustic charm and modern comfort. ✔ Fast WiFi ✔ Full kitchen ✔ Pet-friendly ✔ No cleaning fee Private, yet minutes to Banner Elk, wineries, skiing, and hiking. Perfect for exploring—or simply relaxing.

Modern Farmhouse in Heart of Valle Crucis

10% OFF 7 NIGHT STAYS! We welcome guests to enjoy the beauty of the NC mountains from our farmhouse in the heart of Valle Crucis. The house can accommodate 8 guests with a max of 6 adults in 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms. The 4th bedroom is a “kids room” with twin beds. There’s a main level master suite with private bath. A modern kitchen and open living space is inviting for friends and family to gather. The porch view of the valley and the cows is everyone's favorite!

Treehouse MT Views w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit

Hickory Hide-A-Way - A place where you can disconnect with stunning mountain views perched 400ft above ground. Time to slow down, reconnect, restore and explore. Come home to Hickory-Hide-A-Way to enjoy a romantic getaway, a peaceful retreat or a relaxing getaway. Minutes from the quaint mountain towns of Banner Elk, the infamous Blue Ridge Parkway, and within close proximity to Beach and Sugar Mountain, this chalet is perfect to enjoy all that High Country has to offer.

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!

Pie in the Sky-mtn views, hot tub, EV charger!

Well equipped, renovated smart home with the best views in the heart of the highcountry! Amazing hot tub to enjoy while taking in the views. Great for a couple's or a family getaway to the hills. Relax in the hot tub, wine taste, hike, float down the river, snow tube, snow ski, zip line, gem mine, eat, read, or just take in the views. Pie in the Sky has it all and is 4400 feet up. Charge your car during your stay. Follow us on the gram @pieintheskync to see more.