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The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway

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A stone and wood house with a stone porch, a covered entryway, and a fenced backyard.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a dining area visible through an open door.
A covered porch with a wooden bench and a ceiling fan.
A living room with two red armchairs, a patterned rug, a coffee table with books, a sofa with cushions, and a large window with a plant.
A dining table set for six with a chandelier above, a wooden cabinet with glass doors in the background, and a red flower centerpiece.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Porch or veranda

Explore the area

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Rutherfordton, NC
  • Place, Kiwanis Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bechtler House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

About this property

The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway

About this space
The coziest stay in the area, this craftsman house is just steps away from the trailhead and minutes from downtown. Filled original artwork and loads of character, it'll have you feeling at home as soon as you enter. Dine by candlelight under the beautiful chandelier. Pick a book to read in one of the comfy club chairs or the chesterfield leather sofa. Sip a glass of wine on the porch. Bluetooth Bose speaker, a library of board games and DVDs, or stream Netflix/Hulu over fiber optic WiFi - there is a smart TV in every bedroom and in the living room. Stocked with luxury linens for bed/bath...

I normally check guests in to show them where everything is and to get oriented - then leave to to enjoy yourselves. I’m always happy to assist with setting you up with local services and answer any questions/ help with needs during your visit.

The home is in a great location, nested right at the trailhead of the Purple Martin Greenway, yet right off 221 and just minutes from downtown. Walk out of the front door and simply meander, or follow the trail all the way to downtown. The Equestrian Center is just a short drive, and Lake Lure is not far away.

Large parking area outside the house - will accommodate an RV, trailer or multiple vehicles.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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 and cats (limit 1 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3693282vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rutherfordton

Rutherfordton is home to this holiday home. Bradley Nature Preserve at Alexander's Ford and Kiwanis Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center and Frank West Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tryon International Equestrian Center.
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Rutherfordton, NC

What's nearby

  • Kiwanis Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bechtler House - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Forest City Golf Course - 12 min drive - 13.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carolina Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Federation Spindale - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow at Purple Martin Greenway located?

Situated in Rutherfordton, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Rutherford Regional Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rutherford Regional Health System and Bechtler House. Kiwanis Park is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sallie was an amazing host. The property is exactly as described & very clean. We enjoyed our stay! Thank you for hosting us Sallie.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience at Sallie’s! The house has had some nice upgrades to the exterior. The interior is a little dated and could use some work, but it was clean and just fine for our needs. Very convenient to equestrian center and check in and communication were great. One thing to note, the entrance/drive are a little difficult to see because it just looks like the rest of the curb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved that she was decorated for Xmas-made our stay so nice and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location. Right on the trail. Everything needed for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super friendly and accommodating
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a relaxing staff at the bungalow. Located right on the greenway, it was easy to take our pup for a walk! I usually don’t sleep good away from home, but the beds AND pillows were super comfortable! Great location minutes away from downtown. The host was very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, wonderful and airy flow to the house, great afternoon natural sunlight, excellent appliances and A/C!! Nice outdoor porch for sitting. And the host is excellent regarding communication and has your best interest in mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little bungalow

My family and I stayed here for my mother’s funeral. The beds were super comfortable and cozy. The location was extremely close to downtown. Sallie was extremely easy to work with and compassionate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2025
Thank you Nichole. I’m so glad you had a comfortable stay and honored you spent that special family time in The Bungalow.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay

Sallie was a great host. She was very accommodating to my team as we served the western NC area after Hurricane Helene. Thank you for opening up your home to us during this time!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2024
Kyle, Thank you for being such a polite and thoughtful guest! Hope you’ll return sometime after Hurricane Helene recovery and be able to enjoy the area during a leisure visit.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Thermostat broken, it was either too cold or too hot. The house needs a deep clean. Very dirty. Coffee maker broken. Washing machine moldy. Oven is disgusting. I go to visit 3-4 times a year. This is a high priced rental so expected it to be well kept which it is not.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Well… to say I’m a bit shocked (and disappointed) is an understatement. Every single one of my VRBO reviews has been 10 out of 10. Until your review. (You can scroll down all the AirBnB reviews… 5 out of 5). I take guest comfort to heart, and I want anyone who stays here to have a great experience, so I am sorry to learn there were things you were not pleased with. Let me address… I just now brewed coffee in the coffee maker. It works fine (?). I checked the hall thermostat: turns out you had the Mode set to “Off”. If you press the Mode button it toggles between Heat, AC and 0ff. Perhaps you tried to adjust the temp and accidentally pressed the mode button and toggled it to Off. I pressed the Mode button and toggled to AC and it’s running like a champ, blowing cold air. Oven: there is a stain on the bottom which did not wipe away with normal spray cleaner. I’ll leave the oven on self clean and see it will lift better afterward. The rubber seal around the washing machine has a few small dark spots - they are not mold and bathroom bleach cleaner spray does not lighten them. I took videos of each of these stops in the house to show that yes - the coffee make and thermostat absolutely work. I wish there was an ability to post them with my response. (I’d be happy to email them if there’s a way). A single room at the Hampton Inn is $147. Your rate for a whole 3 BR private home was $159. It is well appointed and conveniently located, thus people consistently check that it is a good value. I’m sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your stay. I message guests my cell number before their check-in and say to please contact me if they have any issues or there is anything I can assist them with during their stay, and this is on the front page of the guide for the house as well. If you had simply reached out to me I would’ve gladly come and shown you how to start the coffee make and set the thermostat. Best regards, Sallie

About the host

Hosted by Sallie Cowan

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