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Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC

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Tank and Bert relaxing in the barn! All our animals are kid safe and friendly!
Frick and Frack born Jan 2020, sweetest Kunekune pigs you will ever meet!
Timber frame guesthouse on our farm will not disappoint

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Rutherfordton, NC
  • Place, South Mountains Game Land
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiwanis Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Bechtler House
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 downstairs

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 upstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

powder room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC

The house and the farm is a great place to relax and a great location to explore the area. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy living room, complete with a fireplace to keep you warm on chilly evenings. Walk out onto the porch and see the miniature horses grazing in the field along with Frick and Frack, two of the friendliest pigs you will ever meet . Take a walk around the farm and visit with the Angora goats and Friendly livestock guardian dogs . A farm tour to meet the animals is included .

Unwind in the comfort of your own home, with amenities like free WiFi, a smart TV with satellite/cable channels, and a washing machine and dryer for your convenience. Venture out and explore this beautiful area where you can immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the region.

Whether you're looking to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy quality time with loved ones, this vacation home has it all. With its cozy atmosphere, thoughtful amenities, and convenient location, it's the perfect base for your North Carolina adventure.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Friendly animals! Also have pack n' play/hi-chair
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Events

No events allowed
Max of 5 visitors at a time
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well Behaved dogs allowed. . Max 2 dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Fireworks on property anytime
If children want to visit our animals they must be accompanied by an adult interaction with animals are encouraged but please coordinate with Debbi
There is a large secure fenced yard for dogs. Must be on leash if outside of yard and avoid the goat barn area
Small events are permitted if approved ahead of time .

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1260912vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Max of 5 visitors at a time
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rutherfordton

Located in Rutherfordton, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club and Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Forest City Golf Course and Silver Fork Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Lure Adventure Company and The Outpost. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Rutherfordton, NC

What's nearby

  • South Mountains Game Land - 9 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Kiwanis Park - 14 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Bechtler House - 14 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Amphitheater - 16 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Forest City Golf Course - 16 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mt. Vernon Cuppard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mason Jar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gilkey General Store & Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Golden Valley Diner - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Scouts' Table - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Farm Stay with animals in beautiful Timber Frame House in the Foothills of W. NC located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bechtler House, Forest City Golf Course and Rutherford County Farm Museum. Glenwood Park and South Mountains State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 260 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 260 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 260 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 260 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 260 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
It certainly was fun and we enjoyed the special event!! Thank you for choosing the farm.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debbie was wonderful to deal with. The home and property were beautiful. One of the most restful vacations we have had. I would highly recommend this VRBO to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Thank you 😊 so glad you had a relaxing time 😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deb and Craig have the best hidden jewelry of a spot that we have ever seen in our lives. Their graciousness and hospitality has no ends. They are beautiful people with a beautiful property. We hope to visit again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2026
Awww shucks ❤️ you guys are great and we love having you at the farm !!! Thank you so much for your very kind words . We greatly appreciate it !!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing stay! From the beautiful cabin, lovely hostess, darling general store and beautiful,sweet animals it is a must stay location. We had to pretty much drag our boys off the farm to visit the Biltmore. I cannot say enough how lovely it is, thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2026
Thank you !! I must say I was a little scared at first … 4 boys !! But I must say they were 👍 and We hope to see you back 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerrell G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely stunning, beautiful, extremely clean, and so much more. It has everything you need to just sit back and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Cherry Mountain Farm! It's a wonderful place to relax, visit with the animals, and explore the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2025
It was so nice having you and your daughter stay with us ! Hoping the girls trip comes to fruition ( you have to take turns you know ) 😂😂
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What an incredible property! We visited the farm for three nights in April. If you prefer quietness and a peaceful setting, the property certainly provides that. However, we traveled with our young grandchildren and it was their ideal trip! From brushing and feeding the pigs, goats and miniature horses to barrel wagon rides and gem mining, there was never a dull moment. Debbi, the host, made sure the kids had a wonderful time! She is simply amazing. The timber farmhouse and grounds are beautifully and thoughtfully maintained. The spacious, lovely porch provided beautiful views. This is a one-of-a-kind property and a truly special place! Thank you Debbi for the love and care you offered us during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
It was my pleasure . I enjoy seeing the kids so happy. I was so thankful that the weather was beautiful and everyone was able to be outside . Your family was great !! Thank you for your kind words !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This always a pleasure to stay at this property. The host goes out of her way for you to feel welcomed. Amazing animals on the farm that are kid friendly! We will continue to book this location when visiting the area!!! AMAZING!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2026
We love having you !! We ate the chicken and black beans and rice tonight and it was delicious . I’m lucky to have my Miami connections … all of you !❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was more than accommodating- she really made every effort to do special things for our grandchildren; we would definitely stay again! It was a wonderful home, and the setting was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the farm. The house and property are beautiful. The host met us upon arrival and was available if there were any questions. Furnishings in the house were comfortable and the house was clean (which is very important to us). We enjoyed our visit to the General Store which is located on the property and seeing the animals on the farm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend this place. The host is THE BEST and their farm is wonderful. So relaxing and comfortable in such a beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
It was wonderful having you visit and enjoyed the party ! I hope we see you again !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second year in a row staying and things were just as great as always. Debbi is always so helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2025
Always a please have you stay and I enjoy meeting your friends !!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

This is such a great place to stay for a family. Debbi and Craig have made the house feel like a home away from home and the farm itself is a wonderland for kids! Getting to interact with the animals and watch them all day makes for great vacation memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
We’re happy you and your very cute kids enjoyed your farm time . Next time we will have better weather .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome weekend stay!! Debbi is awesome and the place is beautiful. All of the animals were a big hit with the family and the cool general store is a must see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you ! loved having you guys . The pigs are wondering where their personal groomer went 😂😂
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Everything about this home was awesome! Clean, comfy, beautiful property, and tge farm tour and animals were great! Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2025
Thank you ! It was nice when I finally put 2&2 together regarding your local family !! Look forward to your return!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing and the host is friendly, communicative, and very knowledgeable. All the animals are friendly and love to receive pets; our son’s favorite was Vinny the barn cat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2025
I am very proud of my animals good manners and spending lots of time socializing them from a young age has a lot to do with it, but I have to admit being that Vinny just showed up, I had little to do with his wonderful personality. I definitely lucked out with giving that stray cat a home. I’m sure both Vinny and your son are missing each other.😂😻
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin get-away

Fantastic stay. The property, the grounds, and the host made our stay enjoyable and memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2024
Thank you ! Happy you enjoyed your get-away 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great. You couldn’t ask for more in a host, they were terrific. Loved the farm and the animals. We are already looking forward to our fall stay. This time we will bring our two pups.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
Thank you ! Glad you enjoyed your farm stay and looking forward to your return with the pups !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Actually my sister and friend stayed at the farm and they really enjoyed it. My husband and I visited them every day and they always had a new story to tell ! Debbie is a gem and we all had lots of fun conversations and a fantastic tour of the farm and animals. I would highly recommend staying here in beautiful Rutherford County. Oh the shop is a treasure trove.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2025
It’s not going to be the same without you !!! I’ll have to talk to Frick and Frack more . It was a delight having your sister and friend stay with us and fun seeing you every day . I’m so glad we are so close to where you live ! Thank you ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Debbi and Craig’s farm house. Kids had a blast and were excited to meet the newest additions to the farm…. Penny, Moon Pie and Winnie. Our favorite vacation spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
As always it’s always great to see you . You’re like family ( although family is not supposed to do laundry and make the beds 😂🤦‍♀️) . The kids are so well behaved and make me laugh !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our pup loved the fenced in yard!! We started every morning with coffee on the porch while we watched the sunrise. Debbi was and is a true joy! You don’t meet many people like her, during our farm tour she spoke as if we were family not strangers. We do hope to find some time to make it back and see how much things have changed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2025
Thank you for your kind words! I do hope you get to come back and yes, things are always evolving on the farm 🐽🐐🐶🐴 🐱
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect place to stay

very well kept and great experience
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Glad you enjoyed your visit and got all your computer issues resolved!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 6th annual visit and there has been something new to experience or new fur babies every year and surprisingly, every year is better than the previous stay. The beautiful, timber frame house feels like home to us and while it’s always tough to say goodbye…we know we’ll be back next year! Thank you Debbi & Craig, for always making our stay extra special!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
We love you guys ! We know that there will always be entertainment next door when you’re here 😂😂
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay with a great host

Another incredible stay at the farm house! Debbi is the most gracious, thoughtful host. She goes out of her way to make you feel welcomed. The house is so beautiful and comfortable. It's become a family favorite and we look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
It was good to have you back . You had such a busy schedule I hardly saw you and I don’t think you had enough porch relaxing time so next time you need to leave time for that !

About the host

Hosted by Debbi Stanfield

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I am originally from Queens New York , lived in
St. Louis MO and Rochester NY before working in South Florida for 30 years before retiring and building our dream farm in Western North Carolina. I worked as a Pediatric ICU Nurse then transitioned to medical sales . My husband grew up in W. Palm Beach and retired as a Captain with the Town of Palm Beach Fire Dept in 2012. His family roots were from Burlington/Greensboro/Mebane area of NC but we wanted to be closer to the mountains so we settled in the Foothills . Craig's creativity can be seen all over the farm and it really makes this place unique. I do the farm tours and manage all the animal care and love to talk with our visitors. No matter where our visitors come from we find we always have something in common. We love living in the area and sharing our little slice of heaven with visitors.

Why they chose this property

This is such a great area and is close to so many fun things to do. We are less than 30 minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center, waterfalls, hiking, lots of cool towns close by, etc. Our timber frame guest house offers a very warm and inviting space for you to enjoy our beautiful farm or as your resting place after touring the area. We bought the property in 2007 and the only thing on it was an 8 acre hayfield so everything you see , we have done.
It's a great place for kids since they have lots of room and we are pet friendly so our yard is perfect for dog (s) ...only 2 please and please remember to pay the very reasonable dog fee. Many of our guests feel no need to leave the farm other than for basic needs. We're fortunate to have great internet and a fun store and friendly animals. You will have a beautiful fire pit and a nice grilled hooked up to an underground tank so we don't have to worry about you running out of gas in the middle of grilling! Easy access in and no scary roads to navigate at night.
There are 4 grocery store ( Food Lion, Aldi's, Walmart ( they deliver) and Ingles) 10-15 minutes away and 2 neighborhood stores for basics, pizza , ice cream, soda, etc within 5 minutes. Gas station within 5
minutes from farm. Easy drive to Tryon, Columbus, Morganton, Forest City and Spindale.

What makes this property unique

The sounds and sights of our farm will make you want to come back again! Our animals enjoy visitors, and so do we! If you want to be left alone, we know how to do that! This is a working farm and you have freedom to walk around and visit the animals. There is a mile and 1/3 trail through the woods for your morning or evening walks and plenty of other areas to explore. We have a Gem Mine for the kids ( and adults) and a grain bin gazebo with swings where you can sit in the evening and listen to the sounds of the farm. We are really proud of our great reviews and will always make sure you will not be disappointed with your stay at Cherry Mountain Farm! Please remember if you bring your dog there is a very reasonable dog fee for up to 2 dogs so please check this off when making reservations so it gets added.

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