Within a short walk of South Mountains State Park, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of South Mountains Game Land. The vacation home includes a fireplace, a microwave, and a TV.
South Mountains State Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
South Mountains Game Land - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
Lake James - 30 min drive - 16.2 miles
Hickory Metro Convention Center - 45 min drive - 33.0 miles
Lenoir-Rhyne University - 46 min drive - 31.3 miles
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 21 min drive
McDonald's - 21 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 21 min drive
Cook Out - 21 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 23 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.
Barndominium with pool, pickleball, hot tub, great views
Welcome to your mountain getaway! Our spacious 5-bedroom, 5-bath barndominium combines rustic charm with modern luxury. Perched high on the mountain ridge with long-range mountain views, it’s the perfect home base for weddings, family gatherings, and group get-togethers.
Rent it on its own for medium-sized gatherings, or pair it with our four nearby sister properties to comfortably host large groups of 40+ guests.
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Highlights You’ll Love • Heated Pool & Hot Tub: Relax and unwind while soaking in the mountain scenery year-round. • Pickleball Court: Fun for all ages—bring your paddles and enjoy a friendly match. • Expansive Outdoor Living: • Propane fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars. • Outdoor TV with heaters so you can watch the big game even on chilly nights. • Comfortable seating and sweeping mountain views. • Family-Friendly Kids’ Room: • Upstairs retreat with 3 bunk beds and plenty of space to play. • Ping-pong table for endless fun. • A large bathroom designed for groups. • Spacious Gathering Areas: Open-concept living/dining/kitchen perfect for meals and memories together. • Ample Parking: Convenient for weddings, reunions, or friends’ weekends.
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🛏 Bedroom & Bathroom Layout • Bedroom 1: King bed, ensuite bath. • Bedroom 2: King bed, ensuite bath. • Bedroom 3: King bed, ensuite bath. • Bedroom 4: King bed, ensuite bath. • Bedroom 5 (Upstairs Bunk Room): Three twin bunk beds, large shared bathroom, and ping-pong table.
All bathrooms are modern, well-stocked, and designed for comfort.
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Outdoor Adventure & Nearby Attractions
You’ll feel a world away on the mountain, yet you’re within 30 minutes of Lake James, scenic hiking trails, and local restaurants at the base of the mountain. Spend your days exploring and your evenings relaxing by the fire pit under the stars.
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Ideal for Wedding Weekends
Our barndominium is near several popular wedding venues—a dream for couples and their guests. Need more space? Combine this home with our four other properties nearby to sleep 40+ guests comfortably, all within a short distance of each other.
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The Perfect Mountain Escape
Whether you want to spend your time lounging by the pool, playing pickleball, roasting marshmallows by the fire pit, or enjoying the mountain views from the hot tub, this home has something for everyone. Many guests find they don’t even want to leave the mountain—but for those who do, there’s plenty to explore nearby.
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Why Guests Love It • Peaceful, scenic location yet accessible to local attractions. • Great for families, wedding parties, retreats, and multi-family vacations. • A mix of outdoor recreation and indoor comfort. • Room to spread out without feeling crowded.
———-NOTE ABOUT THE POOL——-
We’re happy to share our private outdoor pool during your stay. Because we’re at a higher elevation, it’s typically about five degrees cooler than in town and can be breezy at times. That means the pool can cool off overnight and may not always stay perfectly steady, especially early or late in the season.
Our goal is to keep the water around 80°F from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., but temperatures can vary with weather and wind. We do our best to keep it comfortable, but heating the pool requires a significant amount of propane, so we ask guests who choose to have it heated to help offset those costs.
This is completely optional and you will only be charged this IF YOU OPT IN.
June – August: No Charge Warmest months. Pool generally stays near 78–80°F naturally with little or no heating needed.
April – May, September – October: $100/day Mild or crisp mountain air. Pool usually reaches 78–80°F during the day but may cool overnight or on windy days.
November – March: $150/day Cool to cold mountain weather. The pool can be heated, but temperatures may fluctuate and costs are high.
Note that this is a PER NIGHT charge and will be requested before your arrival for the entirety of your stay. Due to inefficiencies, we don’t allow partial days.
From our experience, it’s best to check the weather a few days before arriving. If you’re in one of the shoulder or cold months, we find that if there will be sunny days with temperatures in the mid to high 70s or higher, you typically will have a good experience heating it. If it’s going to be particularly cold, windy, cloudy, rainy….it’s generally not worth the effort.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and 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 and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 25
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 and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Morganton, a short 9-minute walk from South Mountains State Park and also 19 minutes on foot from South Mountains Game Land. You'll also find South Mountains State Park - Clear Creek Access and High Shoals Falls nearby.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Barndominium with pool, pickleball, hot tub, great views?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace in each accommodation with fireplaces in some.
Does Barndominium with pool, pickleball, hot tub, great views have a hot tub?
Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Barndominium with pool, pickleball, hot tub, great views?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Barndominium with pool, pickleball, hot tub, great views.