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Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC

Morganton vacation home with kitchen

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A narrow kitchen with wooden walls, a white refrigerator, and a window with a view of trees.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, and a television.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a sink, and a window with curtains.
A single-story house with a covered porch, a front door, and a chimney.
A single-story house with a porch, a brick chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Morganton, NC
  • Place, Oak Hill Community Park & Forest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Steele Creek Park and Campground
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Morganton

In Morganton .Stay at this Morganton vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Oak Hill Community Park & Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Joara. Fort San Juan. Freedom Park and The Outpost are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Oak Hill Community Park & Forest - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Park - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Steele Creek Park and Campground - 12 min drive - 17.9 km
  • McCombs Park - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Lake James - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • Chesterfield Fish House
  • ‪Bones Jones Burgers And Butchery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Greenway Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silver Creek Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC

Located right off of beautiful NC 181! Affords easy public access to a variety of state and national recreation sites including Linville River Boat Ramp (9 miles), Lake James State Park (13 miles), Brown Mountain OHV (11 miles), the Wilson Creek Wilderness (13 miles), and the Linville River Gorge and the mountains of the Jonas RIdge (20 miles to the Table Rock parking lot). Motorists may choose to day trip up NC 181’s scenic Ripshin Ridge to the Brown Mountain Overlook, Upper Creek Falls, and the Blue Ridge Parkway with short drives on the parkway to Linville Falls, the Viaduct Bridge, Grandfather Mountain State Park, Julian Price Memorial Park, and Moses Cone Memorial Park.

The house itself was the loving home of Buddy and Dot Harris where they lived, raised their children, and hosted their friends, grandchildren , and great grand children for 58 years. The home has been recently renovated to keep the original charm of Buddy and Dot’s home while also offering the comfort and functionality of a vacation rental. And, if you come at the right time, fresh garden vegetables may be available for those who complement Buddy’s garden.

Amenities include a full kitchen with gas range and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, pots, pans, dishes, and utensils. Bedding and towels for the house are provided; swimming towels not provided. Beds include one double (Bedroom 1), one single (Bedroom 2), and four bunks (Bedroom 3).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Let us know immediately if something goes wrong or happens that may need maintenance attention. We live next door if there is a need.
Have consideration for all of your and our neighbors and keep noise to a minimum, especially between the hours of 10 PM and 7AM.
Be energy mindful and don't leave windows/doors open for anextended time You may have to crack open the top window in the bathroom for ventilation.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Entire House the Heart of Western Burke County NC
In the heart of western Burke County “Nature’s Playground”
Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC Morganton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC to the airport?

This vacation home is 62.5 mi (75-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC on Oct 8, 2026 start from CA $167, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.3 mi (28-min drive) from Fox Den and 16.2 mi (30-min drive) from Boat Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC to downtown Morganton?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi away from Morganton.

Entire House in the Heart of Western Burke County, NC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for our short stay.

Nice hosts and was a step back in time which was fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean, exactly as described. I loved the mix of old and modern and the step back in time. There were many neat features of this home. Communication with the hosts was excellent. My family and I very much enjoyed our stay and would come back again. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The home was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and thoughtful. Communication with the host was excellent. Highly recommend it to others! Will book again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

Perfect location for our stay. Clean and great accommodations. Great place to stay for a day or two on Lake James. East access to house. Quiet, relaxing, and just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Unique property and kind owners. Very clean, would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Perfect size place for our family of six and the owner was very friendly. Great place right near everything you could imagine.
Stayed 46 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overnight stay

Very comfortable stay in a quiet location. Owners are very responsive and accommodating. Kids loved the bunk room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean room, easy access
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay! Like a Time Machine!

We loved this little property. It was just right for our needs. Everything was clean and just as it should be in “grandma’s” house. Made us feel right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean, comfortable home and gracious host!

Perfect accommodations. Very clean, comfortable and quaint -- exactly what I was looking for! Host was very communicative and had the home ready for us the moment we checked in. Kitchen was well equipped. I would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home for Aunt's 70th wedding anniversary

Just like coming home! Home is perfectly located. It was extremely clean, comfortable and well supplied. We enjoyed meeting the owners. They are friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Very comfortable, well cared for and well equipped home, even if the layout is a bit strange. We loved sitting on the front porch watching the world go by. The host was most friendly and helpful. It is a convenient place to stay when visiting Lake James and we will happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country charm

This property was cozy and had old country living feel to it. We had 4 adults and so slept comfortably. The host was very accommodating with our parking needs. Will definitely stay here again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Home with ALL the Amenities

My son, husband and me, and grandsons enjoyed our stay immensely. The home is well-appointed with many amenities and has an amazing view of the mountains. The host is very accommodating and thoughtful. We had a lovely stay. Love this area
Stayed 92 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Night Before

My now husband, mom, dad, and close friend all stayed the night before my wedding day! It was perfect and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Due to unforeseen circumstances we had to make other arrangements. Both Michael and Jeanette were incredibly gracious in working with us. Great property and beautiful area. They make you feel right at home. Michael is a great conversationalist too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute

Looks like you take a step back in time ..very cute
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy & Well-Appointed Cottage with Breathtaking Mountain Views

This is a cozy home with amazing views of the mountains - you can see the sunrise over the mountains on one side of the home and the sunset over the mountains on the other side. The home is 10 mins from downtown Morganton, and very close to some great hiking. The kitchen is well-appointed and beds comfy. The property manager was very nice and accommodating. We continued to extend our stay as we enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 61 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing hosts

Went over and above to accommodate my coworker and I with a place to stay close to our job. We live 3 hours away and could not find anything local. Their response time along with their geniune kindness will have us feeling blessed for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overnight Stay

Quaint house. Very Clean. Four bunk beds, double bed, and twin bed. Slept 7 of us easily. Lots of counter space in the kitchen. WiFi. Lots of towels. Convenient location to town. It listed a hot tub in the listing but there wasn’t one. I think that was an accident.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great ,clean little place with an amazing host

My coworker and I were in town fir debris clean up from hurricane Helene. We could not find any accommodations anywhere. I messaged the host and asked if it was possible to get us in the following day if there was a cancelation? To my surprise I recieved a message saying we were in luck. This gentleman was a blessing in all ways.We recommend this place to any responsible adults looking for a quite little retreat clise to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Thanks

Good basic place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place for us and the grandkids. The vegetables we where give out of the garden where wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed.

Very friendly place. Loads of beds, great entertainment and support
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy like at Grandma's House

The home was clean and well tended after. It is also a vintage home with a few modern touches so keep that in mind if you are looking for something modern or chic (I rarely am). We were comfortable in the home for our one night stay. One thing to note that I did not realize is that the bunk bed room is open to the living room area. Overall I feel very lucky to have shared space with what felt like a very special family home.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021