Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Traveling isn't nearly as much fun if the whole family can't be included. Thank goodness that there are an increasing number of options available for lodging that allow vacationers in North Carolina to bring along their canine companions. Cabins are a great option for dog friendly accommodations, and they have the added benefit of being located off the beaten path in some of the state's best areas for outdoor adventure.
What dog doesn't love a trip to the beach? Coastal North Carolina and the Outer Banks offer hundreds of miles of beaches. Some beaches tend to be more dog friendly then others and this is reflected in the nearby accommodations. One of these beaches is Duck, in the northern part of the state's coastline. Dogs are allowed to play on the beach in Duck without a leash so long as they are under voice command of the owner.
Duck has a number of dog-friendly house rentals including the Duck Tape Beach House. This house rental includes a pool, hot tub, linens, WiFi and cable television.
Duck Tape Beach House
138 Dune Road
Duck, NC 27949
(650) 619-7593
ducktapebeachhouse.webs.com
Piedmont North Carolina is home to several lakes and many wonderful cities like Raleigh, Chapel Hill and Charlotte. About an hour-and-a-half from Raleigh is Lake Gaston, a relaxing place for fishing and boating.
Five Star Log Cabin is in Henrico, North Carolina, on the shores of Lake Gaston. This cabin even has its own dock for your boat. Enjoy boating with your dog by day and at night enjoy the DVD library, pool table and air hockey.
Five Star Log Cabin
Henrico, NC
(757) 784-6355
fivestarlogcabin.blogspot.com
The mountains of North Carolina are the perfect playground for a dog and its people. The thousands of miles of trails are enough to wear out even the most energetic dog. When it isn't possible to do any more hiking, the towns of Asheville, Boone, Brevard and Hendersonville offer dog-friendly outdoor cafes and shopping.
Barkwells Pet Friendly Cabins are in the heart of Western North Carolina in Mills River. Barkwells offer seven different cabins ranging in price from $210 to $310 per night. Each of the cabins have fenced yards, dog doors, dog beds and gated porches. The property also has a pond where your dog can cool off on hot days.
Barkwells Pet Friendly Cabins
290 Lance Road
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 891-8288
barkwells.com