Family-friendly vacation rentals in McDowell County

Three Peaks Retreat

Your home base to explore the area’s many trails & waterfalls! This historic home is minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy a spacious bedroom with a king-size Nectar mattress and a luxurious bathroom. Attached is a kitchenette with microwave, coffee maker, and fridge/freezer. Savor your favorite beverage from the breakfast nook with picture window that overlooks the meadows. Private entrance, fenced yard with table. 5 acre property with pond and wildlife. Breakfast foods provided & Laundry

Celo Valley Retreat, with Awesome View

One of the most beautiful views in the whole valley, very close to rivers, streams, waterfalls, fishing, hiking, state parks, and more. Located in a private, quiet country neighborhood with little traffic. This 530 Sq. Ft. studio apartment has an additional 10 Ft. x 20 Ft. deck/balcony out front overlooking the Celo Valley with a spectacular view of the Celo and Black Mountain ranges (see photos). This apt. has its own private entrance. Sorry, we must maintain a no pet policy, no exceptions.

The Mountains Await Suite•Refresh•Rejuvenate•Relax

The Mountains Await guest suite is a peaceful getaway for you to take a break and unwind. The mountains greet you every day with a different view that will take your breath away. This suite is a 1 bed, 1 bath addition on the main house with a private entrance, private outdoor porch area with fireplace, dining table and chairs and a bench to enjoy the view. Close to the necessities yet feels miles away. 5 minutes to I-40 and groceries/food. 20 minutes to Black Mountain. 45 minutes to Asheville

Nature Lovers Paradise- Cabin 2- cozy & peaceful!

Get away from it all and sleep under the stars. Cozy little tiny cabin nestled in the woods under big oak trees. Feel like you are a million miles away from civilization but you are at the backdoor of many hiking and biking trails, fishing streams, boutique shops, amazing restaurants and cool breweries! Plus you are less than 30 minutes away from Asheville and The Biltmore House. Come relax! NO PETS NO SMOKING The tiny cabin is 228 sq ft. Wifi and cell service can be spotty at times.

Mountain escape! See clean up efforts from Helene

We are back open after Hurricane Helene and appreciate your business. The storm did a lot of tree damage but the property is ready to go. Hiking trails are use at your own risk and the Blue Ridge Parkway is currently closed. This campsite is located in the heart of the forest, off of the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. 4 wheel drive required in winter, shower and sink not available when below freezing. There will be access to water at the faucet just outside the camper and a flushing toilet.

"mini": romantic tiny home/modern cabin + fire pit

"mini" is one of two private tiny houses on a 1.34 acre lot in a modest, quiet neighborhood 2 miles from marion's cute main st. tons of gorgeous scenery, hikes, bike trails, lakes, rivers, state parks, wineries, good eats, and other activities within easy reach to keep you hopping or just hang out & relax! mini is the perfect base camp to explore the many riches of the area and the bonus is that asheville is just a beautiful 40 min drive! mini knows love is love & welcomes all!

Linville Gorge Guest Suite

Western North Carolina is BACK! Situated on the edge of the Linville Gorge, we are 1 mile from the Pisgah National Forest and 3 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway. The perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts, weekend warriors or book nerds. Grab a picnic and hike to a secluded river spot, road bike "The Snake" to Little Switzerland, mountain bike some of the sweetest, technical descents, trail run, or just pour a glass of wine and finally finish that James Patterson book.

Private ~ Cozy ~ Cool

A private little gem located in Spruce Pine NC. 2.5 mi off the Blue Ridge PKWY above the Grassy Creek Golf Club. 2.2 mi to Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. One hour to Asheville, Boone, Blowing Rock and Johnson City, TN, with everything you need for spending time in NW North Carolina. This studio style carriage house with full kitchen and bath, has care free parking and privacy through your old stone stairway. 5mi/Little Switzerland, 2.5mi/The Blue Ridge Pkwy

Attacoa Trace- Primitive Cabin

Secluded primitive cabin overlooking pond with fishing dock. Close to Linville Gorge and the Fonta Flora State Trail as well as craft breweries. After a day of hiking or mountain biking, relax on the front porch swing in the serenity of the night air. It's the perfect spot for stargazing. The cabin is surrounded by mature hard wood trees making it perfect for birding or spotting wildlife. Fish in the pond or take a ride in the John boat. Enjoy nature!