Pet-friendly, private, refuge. Welcoming hurricane evacuees. No extra fees.

KEARNEY’S PLACE is specifically designed with dog owners in mind (although everyone is welcome, dogs or no dogs). We do everything we can to create the perfect vacation for your entire family, which may include up to 6 people and 4 dogs (please read details under doggie details). Taking a vacation no longer has to mean leaving your furry family members behind. At KEARNEY’S PLACE, dogs are not just allowed – they are welcomed as our VIPs! Monthly discounts. Those displaced from recent hurricanes are welcome as our long term guests. Please reach out for an accurate quote.

THE COTTAGE:

KEARNEY’S PLACE offers two bedrooms, living room with sleeper sofa and 1 bath. Meant as a respite from the hustle and bustle, the living room hosts the only TV, but there is Wi-Fi is available throughout the home. The TV does include Netflix and Amazon Prime. Gas logs make the living room extra cozy on chilly fall days. The living room includes a TV, oversized sofa, two wingback chairs, and additional chairs that can be moved to the kitchen for more seating.

Please note, we have a newly installed window unit AC. In 155 years we haven't needed it, but we realize for some guests it’s a must. Open windows, an occasional fan, or the forced cold air of the AC will have you feeling cool and comfortable. The peace and quiet will have you drifting off to sleep in no time.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, gas range, microwave, pots, pans, coffee pot, crockpots, cooking tools and utensils. The whole family can enjoy meals together at either the large kitchen table or the on the two patio tables.

Both bedrooms feature full sized beds are decorated with both simplicity and comfort in mind. Bed linens are provided as well as extra pillows and blankets.

Every room has at least one open space for a dog bed or crate.

DECK AND YARD:

The porch, large deck and yard aren’t just for the humans. Gates on both the deck and patio will help ensure your dog can enjoy those too! Beautiful trees shade the side yard so it is enjoyable to sit outside (or lay out in the hammock) even on hot sunny days. Rope lights surround the back deck and create the perfect ambience after sunset. Our stereo connects to speakers on the deck, so you can enjoy music while outside. The oversized deck has two separate seating options with total seating for 8. At mealtime you can enjoy cooking outdoors on the gas grill.

DOGGIE DETAILS:

KEARNEY’S PLACE welcomes up to 4 dogs. There is NO pet fee. We do not discriminate based on breed or size, but due to the size of our cottage, we are unable to accommodate more than 2 XL-breed dogs (100+ pounds) per booking. All dogs must be housebroken, up-to-date on shots and must be crated when left in the cottage unattended (exceptions to crate requirement may be made by host on a case by case situation). We ask that you clean up after your pet and properly dispose of any waste. We are unable to accommodate animals other than dogs at this time. If you are bringing 4 dogs please note that we will limit the human occupancy to 4 people as we want to ensure that our cottage does not feel too crowed for our guests. If additional cleaning is required after your stay, we may assess an added cleaning fee.

NEARBY RESTAURANTS AND ATTRACTIONS:
Kearney’s Place is centrally located to everything that Ashe County has to offer.

The New River is just a short 5 minute trip down Old Hwy 16. The new river is great for canoeing, fishing and tubing. We do not offer canoes, tubes or kayaks, but they can be rented locally. Our cozy cottage is just 3 minutes to Shatley Springs Restaurant, 5 minutes to The River House Restaurant and 15 minutes to Jefferson and West Jefferson. The town of West Jefferson has many boutiques and restaurants. Join us during the summer when the town hosts several fairs, live music, gallery crawls, a weekly farmers market and other events. If Autumn is more your season, join us when the fall foliage is in full swing and enjoy our local fall festivals, corn mazes, and pumpkin picking while surrounded by breathtaking colorful scenery. The holiday season offers a Christmas wonderland of lights throughout downtown, choose-and-cut Christmas trees at our many neighboring tree farms, as well as community holiday events.

We are about 40 minutes from Boone, but perfect for a day trip to visit the college, downtown or to head over to Blowing Rock. Kearney’s Place is also within a one hour drive to many excellent wineries.

There is so much to do here in the mountains, you'll want to stay longer every time!