Family-friendly holiday rentals in North Carolina

This is our third year coming to Karen’s home and it’s simply amazing. The views and location are stunning. We will definitely be back for year 4 next year!

The view is incredible! We enjoyed early morning soaks in the hot tub overlooking the Smoky Mountains. The carpenter bees were a nuisance on the porch the first day, but they seemed to settle in after that, and didn’t bother us. Our Hyundai sonata (front wheel drive) made it up to the cabin but the drive is much easier with four wheel drive. The home was clean and there was absolutely no musty smell that I’ve noticed in a few cabins in the past. The town of Bryson city was super close and very cute to walk around or stop for lunch. Highly recommend!

What an incredible place to share with others. Great host and great property. Hidden gem, will be back!

Grace is an absolutely amazing Airbnb host with an incredible level of hospitality! Without a doubt, the property was the cleanest I've ever stayed at. Every amenity was exactly as described, if not better, and the entire property was not just clean, but truly pristine and thoughtfully set up. Grace was also incredibly responsive to messages and very helpful, offering lots of fantastic recommendations for the area. I highly recommend staying at her property—she truly goes above and beyond, you won't regret it.

DON’T miss your chance to experience the magic of the River Love barn. Kangee’s EXCEPTIONAL hospitality throughout our time in her home set the tone for the entirety of our stay. Her attentiveness & genuine warmth made us feel right at home. The beauty of this property is truly beyond words. While the photos online are stunning, they don’t fully capture the enchanting atmosphere that envelops you as soon as you step onto the grounds. Our favorite spots were the clawfoot tub, perfectly nestled in a private, serene area of the property & the outdoor hammock within the screened in back deck. Kangee truly brought the outside in with her thoughtful design. Even on a rainy day- the sky lights during a storm that had passed through was such a reminder of the cozy atmosphere that permeates the barn. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful getaway or a relaxing family trip, the River Love Barn is a hidden gem that I cannot recommend enough. We left feeling refreshed & inspired, with hearts full.

My husband and I came here for our wedding anniversary and had the perfect time there. It was very peaceful and quiet. The place was easy to find, very clean, and great quality kitchenware. We recognized a lot of IKEA items. We really enjoyed grilling steaks that we got at a local butcher right down the ride, recommended by the host. We also really enjoyed the very clean jacuzzi. This place was just 25 minutes from downtown Asheville, and about an hour and a half from The Pretty Place Chapel, where we got married. There are hikes only a few minutes away where we got to see wild roaming cows at a top of a mountain. We also took a drive to go see Dry Falls waterfalls and it was the most beautiful waterfall we have ever seen. All in all , it was a perfect getaway. Definitely recommend this place.

One of the most beautiful locations with the most welcoming hosts! Even helped me make sure my engagement with my girlfriend went flawlessly, Nancy and Jackie are the best!

Humminbird Haven was so peaceful and quiet. It felt very private. It's adorable and homey on the inside. Having the hot tub just outside the bedroom doors is very convenient. I recommend Michelle, and I will be back again.

One of the most scenic rentals out there! We had a perfect stay at Wayne’s place. Instructions on how to get to the cabin were very clear and GPS surprisingly took us right to the front door. You get incredible privacy but only 20 minutes to get into town if you need anything. Would absolutely return here!

I cannot recommend this place enough!! First off the privacy and the view was spectacular. We were greeted by the cutest dogs! We were able to rest and enjoy the fire pit while lying on the hammock. And the host took us around to see his goats, horses and dogs! It was so enjoyable! I will recommend it to anyone who needs to escape from the city life!

Richard’s cozy cabin in fleetwood was a very good value for our 2 seniors + pet party. The cabin has a lot of outdoor space with a gazebo in front, a deck by the front door and a new beautiful covered deck with gas fire pit off the back door through the bedroom. We very much appreciated the $0 pet fee for our 4-legged friend. And our compliments to housekeeping, we do not take that for granted. Comfortable bed, kitchen is tight but well equipped and stocked with essentials. An advisory for seniors with a dog, the walks will be up and down some steep hilly terrain; consult your cardiologist.

We absolutely loved staying at this cabin near the river and close to town. It's about a 30 minute drive from Waynesville which is close enough for convenience but far enough away for peace and quiet. The area surrounding the cabin is stunning and private. Charles is an excellent host and the entire experience was well organized. We have absolutely nothing bad to say nor any recommendations for improvement. We would definitely stay there again 10/10

5 stars could not possibly do this place well enough!

The tiny house was comfortable for two adults, and had everything needed for a quiet peaceful vacation. The parklike setting was beautiful and relaxing. We enjoyed watching the birds and ducks and listening to the bullfrogs at night. I look forward to staying there again during our next trip to Valdese NC.

We loved staying in this little cabin! It was easy to get to and felt very private and cozy. The views were nice, but being able to see the stars at night was great. The little backyard area was perfect for our little pooch to sniff around. We didn't take advantage of being able to walk around the farm, but if we had stayed longer we would have. The bed was comfortable and the water pressure/temperature of the shower were great! I will say it wasn't quite possible to walk down to the river, but it was to no fault of the host. They were doing construction and cleanup on that section of the river when we were there. We expected there to be flood cleanup, so we didn't mind at all. Lots to do, see, and eat in Asheville which is only a quick drive away. Overall we loved our little weekend away and would recommend it for anyone looking for a peaceful night!

What an oasis! So many fun activities to do here at the cabin! Close to beautiful hiking, waterfalls, & such a cozy place to stay. It was better than the pictures and our family was sad to leave!!

I love the condo. Better than the pictures (which was a first for me). Despite being a holiday weekend and in a multi unit complex, the condo was private & peaceful. Tori was so kind, professional and wonderful to collaborate with. I found myself not wanting to go home lol. We will definitely return and I greatly appreciate the experience. Thank you Tori!

Michael was a great host. Location was great, very peaceful and a short drive to a private beach for local residents. Had great recommendations as well. Appreciate the stay!! Greg

This is my second time staying at this fantastic spot, and it was just as great as the first. They are wonderful hosts, the place is a real hidden gem, and the community has so much to offer. It certainly won't be my last time here!

Great stay at Gregory's condo. Enjoyed both balconies, which had comfortable furniture and front balcony has 2 views of the ocean! Two beach chairs, towels and umbrella provided, which was nice since we flew. Pier with tiki bar, food and ice cream is a block away- really nice views too! Pool was an added bonus!

Our first family vacation with our 3 month old son couldn’t have been better, thanks to Allison and Ritchie’s home and backyard space. Anything we needed was quickly and easily responded to by them to make sure our son had a great time, including room temp and pool temp (TY guys!) For small family vacations at OBX in the future in, we hope to come back here.

We enjoyed our stay here! The beach supplies were amazing, and we had everything we needed for traveling with our toddler. One thing to note is you do have to put the sheets on the beds yourself. That wasn’t clear in the listing, and we waited until we were exhausted to do it later that night which wasn’t very fun. But very minor action in what was a wonderful family vacation with great views!

David was amazing from the beginning. We stayed at his place to look at Charlotte as a possibility to move next year. David gave us recommendations and told us about some houses for sale nearby. There was a bottle of wine at perfect temperature for us, he gave us recommendations to eat and even let our dogs stay at the bnb so that we could celebrate my husband’s birthday. Everything was clean and organized. The bed and couch are very comfy and the pool looked to be clean (we didn’t get in). I dont have enough good things to say about our experience. One of the best bnbs we have stayed in a while. Thank you David!

Wife and I have been to Emerald Isle for the past 30+ years…Diane’s Dream is the most amazing accommodation in my opinion with a magnificent view of the ocean, well appointed kitchen and amenities, texts to check on you to see if you having the most enjoyable time and available to check in when told! Would give more than 5 stars but that’s the most I could give! Highly recommended!