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The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY)

Vacation home in Rutherfordton with a fitness center and a hot tub

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Consider a stay at The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) and take advantage of laundry facilities, a gym, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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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

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

About the neighborhood

Rutherfordton is home to this vacation home. Bechtler House and House of Flags Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mountain Brook Vineyards and Overmountain Vineyards. Bubba's Fun Park and Landrum Depot are also worth visiting.
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Map
Tryon, NC

What's nearby

  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Green River Plantation - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Overmountain Vineyards - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mountain Brook Vineyards - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Roger's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Campagna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Legends Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

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

As of Oct 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) on Nov 26, 2025 start from $358.4, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) located?

Situated in Rutherfordton, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Tryon International Equestrian Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mountain Brook Vineyards and Overmountain Vineyards. Green River is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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The Howell House (PET FRIENDLY) Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

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