Dog-Friendly Whole House Vacation Rental Near Gardner-Webb University
Private 2-acre dog park & farm animal sanctuary
It's not just a vacation! At the Cottage at Changing Hearts Farm you'll enjoy a retreat filled with unforgettable moments.
Escape to our unique Cottage where you will experience the ultimate dog-friendly overnight accommodations, set on 3 spacious, fenced acres designed for relaxation and fun with your canine companions. Enjoy two dedicated workspaces with high-speed internet and YouTube TV. A Level 2 EV charger is onsite.
Unwind on the expansive deck overlooking your 2-acre, gated and fenced, private dog park, which features both open pasture and wooded area. Enjoy s’mores by the fire pit in the evening.
An Animal-Lover's Paradise
Have you ever met a cow or a pig up close?
The dog park vacation home is located next to Changing Hearts Farm Sanctuary, a farm animal rescue home to cows, horses, pigs, goats and sheep.
Guests of the Vacation Home can join us in the evenings for “snack time” where we give the animals their evening snacks. Enjoy our beautiful, peaceful acreage and pecan grove, while you visit with friendly rescued farm animals.
At the Dog Park Vacation Home, you are sure to enjoy a retreat that guarantees unforgettable moments for both you and your furry friends!
*ONLY "friendly" dogs please.
Features:
- New cottage (whole house)
- Private fenced 2-acre dog park/yard
- 1 bed, 1 bath, shower, 2 workspaces w high-speed internet, full-size laundry
- 1 queen bed, 2 comfortable fold-away beds
- Level 2 EV Charger
- YouTube TV
- Full kitchen
- Linens & towels provided
- 2 outdoor decks & seating areas
- Picnic table
- Outdoor grill
- Fire pit
- Dog blankets & towels provided
- Dog bowls & poop bags provided
- Great location! Near Gardner-Webb University, quaint towns, hiking and biking, major cities, Tryon Equestrian Center, other major attractions.
Great Location!
5 minutes from Gardner-Webb University. 30 minutes from Tryon Equestrian Center.
There's plenty to see and do. Visit nearby quaint towns and big cities, or just relax and enjoy our little piece of paradise.
The Cottage is adjacent to Changing Hearts Farm Sanctuary, an 18-acre haven for rescued farm animals. Enjoy the beautifully appointed private home and 2-acre private dog park, and visit with adorable farm animals too!
Relax at the farm or explore the surrounding area
Some people never want to leave, but if you like to explore, there's plenty to see and do.
We're just down the road from Gardner-Webb University, 5 minutes from Boiling Springs, and 6 minutes from the Broad River Greenway, a 1,500 acre nature park with 15 miles of natural surface trails.
Historic Uptown Shelby is 17 minutes away where you can enjoy live music outdoors on summer evenings, or visit the Earl Scruggs Museum.
Tryon International Equestrian Center home to a multitude of restaurants, shopping, concerts and world class equestrian events is only a 30 minutes scenic drive away.
We're 45 minutes from South Mountains State Park, and an hour from Lake Lure, the home of Dirty Dancing. Some other popular nearby attractions include the BMW Zentrum Museum, Cowpens National Battlefield, or shopping at the Gaffney Premium Outlets. Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC are just over an hour away, and Asheville, NC is under an hour and a half away. These cities offer plenty of "big city" things to do.
See our ATTRACTIONS page under THINGS TO DO for more information.
Local hosts to guide your stay
Hi! We are Rick and Carolyn. We will greet you on arrival, and are able to assist with anything you need. We've always loved vacationing with our canine friends, but finding dog-friendly places to stay wasn't ever easy. That's why we're welcoming both human and dog guests to our beautiful vacation home. Your dogs will feel right at home exploring the private 2-acre fenced dog park.
We live next-door and will be taking care of our animals during the day, and so we are here for you whatever your needs. If you like we can share our secrets on the best places to dine, shop and visit, among other things.
We are always available by phone or text to answer any questions you may have. Call Rick with any questions: 704-600-5665.
Have Questions?
Call Rick!
He's usually working with the animals with his headset on, so he can easily chat and answer any questions you have.
Call Rick at 704-600-5665
15%-25% discounts for week or month-long stays!
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