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The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY)

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A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a computer, and guitars on the wall.
A cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a chandelier.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, a sink, and a bathtub.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tryon, NC
  • Place, Tryon International Equestrian Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Green River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Chimney Rock State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rutherfordton

Located within a mile (2 km) of Tryon International Equestrian Center, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mountain Brook Vineyards. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a microwave, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Green River - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 30 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • Wofford College - 38 min drive - 41.1 miles
  • BMW Performance Center - 42 min drive - 47.6 miles

Getting around

  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Legends Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roger's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Silver Spoon Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Campagna - ‬6 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.

The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY)

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene place. Located less than 5 minutes from the Tryon International Equestrian Center! This is your home away from home. Same exit as the Buffalo Farm! Plenty of room for your horse trailers. 15 min from The historic String Of Pearls, for amazing antiquing. It is 30 minutes to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock. Message for any questions!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
  • Null
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Gym

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 4 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Rutherfordton, close to Tryon International Equestrian Center, Mountain Brook Vineyards, and Overmountain Vineyards. You'll also find Green River and Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY)?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) on Nov 16, 2026 start from $935, including 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.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP), which is about 28.3 mi away.

The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish, this was an excellent stay. Super convenient and so many amenities. Communication between us and the hosts was phenomenal. Very pet friendly with dog bowls and a gate! Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts for this property are a lovely couple. The house was comfortable and made our trip to the Tryon Horse Show very easy. It is pet friendly and family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nathan was an excellent host. Communication was quick and friendly, and he checked in on us after a storm blew through.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nathan was one of the absolute best hosts I’ve ever had at any VRBO. He was kind, answered quickly and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our stay. We were there for a horse show at the equestrian center and the property was perfect! The location could not have been better and Nathan was such a gracious host, we were able to focus on our daughter’s competition and not worry about anything else.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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