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Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm

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Historic Farm House
Grain Cottage
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Small Kitchen with microwave and coffee pot
Grain cottage above the rock wine cellar

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Rutherfordton, NC
  • Place, Canopy Ridge Farm
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Lure
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Lure Adventure Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm

Rustic Cottage

Historic rustic grain cottage overlooking farm. Wake up meander thru the garden to see what is in harvest. Enjoy playing with the goats, and Highland cows. Amenities include: bathroom, mini refrigerator, microwave, coffeepot. Go for a walk in the brisk morning air as you enjoy the scenery of the blue ridge mountains and farm animals. Tour the historical farm house on site “by appointment” or enjoy local attractions: Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, Tryon Equestrian Center, horse back riding, water adventures on Lake Lure or Broad River, Zip Lining.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
50 pet fee can be added
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets must be crated if left alone in cottage
Must have dog on leash in yard away from fences
Must pick up after dog

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Lure

Located in Lake Lure, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Right Track Toy Train Museum and Bechtler House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club. Lake Lure Adventure Company and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Rutherfordton, NC

What's nearby

  • Canopy Ridge Farm - 4 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Lake Lure - 5 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Lure Adventure Company - 5 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Riverside Riding Stables - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 10 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Canoe Kitchen And Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grey Hawk Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm?

As of 22 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm on 4 May 2026 start from AU$154, 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.

How much is parking at Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Canopy Ridge Farm, Lake Lure Adventure Company and Lake Lure. Riverside Riding Stables and Green River are also within 9 miles (15 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. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole experience was amazing. The host, the farm animals, and the Grain Cottage we stayed in were all great. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Cozy and Quaint

Such a wonderful place to stay. The accommodations are cozy and quaint. Just enough room for 2 people. The farm animals are so adorable and loved getting attention. This will be our go-to place when we are back in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
Thank you so much! We enjoyed hosting you guys and look forward to you guys visiting again :) maybe we will have calves by then :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne P.

Very clean and cute farmstay.

Be prepared, this is a farmstay and they have working livestock guard dogs. That means you will hear dogs barking at night :) Enjoyed the comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
This is very true we are a working farm and we do have Great Pyrenees) that guard our herd from predators. We actually share this in 4 different places thru vrbo for communication with our guestsand in the cottage. It gives you options for white noise if you don’t want to hear the farm animals. I am truley sorry you did not have a restful night as it could have been for you here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Labor Day Weekend Getaway

We spent our Labor Day weekend at Historic Grain Cottage on Highland Cow Farm and were immersed in the middle of this working farm. The accomodations were cozy and rustic and we thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the cows, goats, chickens, cats, and horse. We felt safe guarded by our 2 sweet and gentle pups Sadie and Murphy (Great Pyrenees) as they patrolled the area. Our new friends, owners John and Sheri, are awesome hosts and we enjoyed their stories of the history of the farm. Thank you both for your kindness and engaging with our spiritual talks. We will definitely be back again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany V.

Awesome Cottage

The one room cottage is cozy and perfect - every amenity you need is right there. Wake up in the morning to a cup of coffee in your room and head out to the porch to watch the farm come to life as the sun rises. The way the Grain Cottage has been renovated is really amazing and has so much charm. It is right behind a historic home that is amazing. Lovely views and sounds, private and secluded but not far at all from some yummy Thai food and downtown fun, and an easy drive to Asheville. Sheri is sweet and helpful- she responded in a nanosecond to my email and pointed me towards restaurant options on my way towards the Cottage. Stay Here. You will love it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your feedback. We so enjoyed sharing our farm with you and would love for you to come back and visit with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Everett K.

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

Farm experience

We enjoyed staying on this working farm. It was a great getaway that’s close to lake lure and we were able to bring our dog with. The owners are very friendly and we enjoyed getting to know them a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Fabulous farm and hosts

The property is lovely and fascinating. The hosts are warm and enjoyable. The animals are a wonderful addition to the experience. The location is close enough that we never felt far from Lake Lure, but we didn’t feel like we were at all in town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J.

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

Farm house

Had a great time, loved the farm.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June C.

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

Nice getaway

My boys and I had a relaxing time. Fun feeding and petting the goats, getting and feeding apple to Eli the horse and fun feeding the cattle.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Beautiful property

The most relaxed I've been in 10 yrs. Now have a desire to move to area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AUDREY C.

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

Great place

The farm was a really great place to stay, the animals are all entertaining, the hosts are accommodating and very lovely people, the lodging is in a perfect area between places to visit. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great get away from it all destination

Wife and I had a relaxing weekend at this nicely kept working farm. Everything is as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Wonderful getaway

The property was a great place to relax. The accommodations were just as described. Very quaint and inviting and the property managers were extremely friendly, welcoming, prompt with communications and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Awesome place to stay!!!

We will definitely be going back, we had an awesome time there. Very beautiful, and loved the animals that they have onsite
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

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

Cozy garden dining with the farm animals.

We enjoyed sitting outside our cozy grain cottage eating our meals supplemented by tomatoes and herbs from the garden. We were welcomed by Sadie a Newfoundland dog who looked me right in the eyes and when I stopped petting him a paw was placed on my knee and it would stay there until I resumed petting. The owner called it the "tyranny paw". The owners were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Charming in every way

Staying here was a real treat. Each morning I ate breakfast out on the deck while being entertained by the goats. The view is serene with rolling meadows and livestock in the background and flower gardens nearby. Sheri and John are welcoming and friendly and really have a whimsical and wholesome spirit. I will stay there again, for sure, if I return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2020
Julie we so enjoyed having you here! I am so glad you felt at home and enjoyed the farm. We really want people to feel exactly how you have described it. Please come back and visit us! We would love to have you :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

The time of our lives

We are in love with this place, we can't wait to come back! From the quaint grain cabin to the farm lifestyle it is breathtakingly beautiful! We feel refreshed and rested. Thank you Sheri and John for opening up your beautiful world to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brett s.

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

Adorable farm cottage

This is a great option if you want something different from a standard hotel. You stay in the former grain storage at a small active farm. Goats, chickens, cows, cats, dogs greet you, the overall property is well maintained and pretty, and the grain cottage, though small, is very well decorated so it's a pleasure to spend time in. Private and so lovely. We didn't want to leave but will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

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

Another great stay

This is our second time staying here - what can I say, the owners are super accommodating and the cabin is the perfect size. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim & Jerri W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We enjoyed this relaxing farm stay. The animals made us smile and the cabin was cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

beth l.

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

Getaway near Chimney Rock and Lake Lure

Very relaxing stay. Enjoyed the farm animals in their natural setting. Although we were close to main house, we felt we were given our privacy. Located in a pretty but convenient location to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed staying on the farm and enjoying the animals. Come back and visit us :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Beautiful Farm Stay

Within a short drive to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock, the farm was a very relaxing and welcoming retreat. The animals are adorable and did not wake us up at all (despite a fear after reading other reviews).
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Awesome little cottage

John and Sheri, were great hosts and made sure that my wife and I had everything we needed. Including treats for the animals. Accommodations were very comfortable. We loved our time at the farm. Looking forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
We loved having you guys here! Please come back and visit. Let us know if you end up settling here I think you will love it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S F.

Enjoyable mini farm vacation near beautiful Lake Lure in western NC

We had a great time during our stay at this wonderful mini-farm. The owners are very nice and there was always something happening in the various pastures surrounding the grain cottage. The cottage is just a couple miles from Lake Lure which has lots of activities including lake trails, nearby breweries, hiking at Chimney Rock, boating, kayaking and more. The cottage provided a central location for our outings to nearby Asheville, Sierra Nevada Brewery, equestrian facilities and - had we had our clubs along - several golf courses.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
Was a joy to have you guys and exciting to share the birth of our new calf. Please come back and visit us :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

This is a really neat and welcoming place!

John and Sheri are great hosts. Their Accommodations are neat and clean. The bed is very comfortable. The animals are extremely friendly. John makes sure that you have access to pet the sheep, goats, dogs, cat, chickens and cows.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sheri Crenshaw

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Moved to this area in 2013 from Hendersonville, NC to make live my dream of owning a farm. It has been a labor of love as we have slowly restored the old farmhouse and property. We can't wait to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

It was established in 1910 and was used by a Doctor Rucker then sold to the Biggerstaff. In 2013 we purchased from them. We are the 3rd owner of the home and property. Although many of the family still lives close by. We loved that the Biggerstaffs ran it as a farm and we have learned many stories over time about the property. We love history and nastalgia, and love the farm life.

What makes this property unique

We are visionaries but the home had good bones and we knew that we could make it shine. The property needed some TLC and landscaping and gardens, repair fencing for farm animals. All have been done to create the perfect retreat or get away. Enjoy the goats as they frolic the Cows and the Sheep. There are several swings on property and many gardens to peruse along with all the animals.

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