Located in Boone, this welcoming cottage brings it all within your reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 11-minute drive to Pisgah National Forest or the 24-minute drive to Sugar Mountain Resort (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, you can unwind on the balcony or sip a drink by the firepit. For a change of scenery, come inside and try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and video-game console.

This 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom rental features a BBQ grill, a fireplace, air conditioning, and a ceiling fan. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher, as well as an ice maker, a microwave, and cookware. And you can even travel light because you'll have a dryer.

Families will appreciate the free crib at this property. There is also a game room for the kids to enjoy, as well as books to spark their creativity.