Bring your family, friends, and horses to Horseshoe Hill, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage on five peaceful acres in the Tryon foothills of North Carolina. Located less than 10 minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center, this welcoming retreat sleeps six and combines comfortable accommodations with a four-stall barn, four double-fenced paddocks, and space for horse-trailer turnaround. Between outings, relax on the back porch, enjoy the pastoral views, or settle in beside the gas fireplace.
Perfect For
Equestrian stays near Tryon International Equestrian Center: Keep your horses on-site and stay close to the showgrounds, Tryon horse-show accommodations for families and friends: Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms accommodate up to six guests, Dog-friendly getaways in the Tryon foothills: A fenced yard provides outdoor space for your canine companions, Peaceful North Carolina country escapes: Unwind on five acres with open views and quiet surroundings, Winery weekends and small-town exploring: Enjoy a convenient base for discovering the surrounding foothills.
What You’ll Love
- On-site horse facilities: A four-stall barn and four double-fenced paddocks make traveling with horses more convenient.
- Close to TIEC: Spend less time driving between your accommodations and the equestrian center.
- Five-acre pastoral setting: Enjoy room to breathe and a relaxing change of pace.
- Spacious back porch: Start your morning with coffee and end the day beneath the stars.
- Fenced yard for dogs: Bring your four-legged travel companions along.
- Inviting cottage interiors: Professionally decorated living spaces blend classic character with modern comforts.
- Longer stays allowed
Home Features
3 bedrooms | 2 baths | sleeps 6
- Horseshoe Hill offers an open floor plan that makes it easy to spend time together. Prepare meals in the well-equipped kitchen, gather after a day at the showgrounds, or enjoy a quiet evening beside the gas-log fireplace.
- Open living spaces with comfortable furnishings.
- Well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
- Gas-log fireplace.
- DIRECTV service and Wi-Fi.
- Equestrian Facilities
- Four-stall barn, with a fan in every stall.
- Four double-fenced paddocks for turnout.
- Tack room with a half bathroom and refrigerator.
- Wash stall with hot and cold water.
- Space for horse-trailer turnaround.
Outdoor Features
- Slow down and enjoy the foothills setting from the home’s outdoor gathering spaces.
- Spacious back porch and decks overlooking the peaceful property.
- Fenced yard for dogs to run and play.
- Gas grill for casual meals at home.
- Five acres with pastoral views and opportunities for stargazing.
Horse Stalls
Equestrian facilities carry additional charges:
- Stall rental | $25 per stall, per day
- Mandatory stall cleaning | $60 per stall
- Manure removal | $125
- Additional charge for paddocks left unpicked | $100
- Barn departure requirements: Guests must clear stalls and the barn of all shavings and other debris, even when paying the mandatory cleaning fees.
- Paddock care: Guests must maintain and pick paddocks and pasture according to standard horse-care protocols.
- Equestrian insurance requirement: Guests using the horse facilities must provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming Horseshoe Hill as an additional insured.
- Equestrian waiver: Guests using the facilities must also sign a Waiver of Liability Form.
Practical Details
- Occupancy: Maximum of six guests.
- Satellite TV: DirecTV service is available for your entertainment.
- Parking: On-site parking accommodates a maximum of four vehicles.
- Linens & towels provided (one set per guest).
- Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival.
- Minimum booking age: The reserving guest must be 25 or older and remain at the home for the entire duration of the stay.
- The reserving guest must be staying in the home for the full duration of the stay.
Location Highlights
Tryon, NC
Less than 10 minutes to Tryon International Equestrian Center: A convenient base for competitors, supporters, and spectators visiting the Mill Spring venue.
Approximately 15 minutes to F.E.N.C.E.: Stay near the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center for outings and equestrian activities.
Approximately 15 minutes to Cleghorn: Add a golf outing to your foothills getaway.
A short drive to downtown Tryon: Explore local shops, restaurants, and small-town charm.
Nearby winery country: Discover tasting rooms and scenic countryside throughout the surrounding area.
Approximately 30 minutes to Lake Lure: Plan a day exploring the lake area and mountain scenery.
Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and route.
Want a closer look? Watch the full video tour of Horseshoe Hill on our YouTube channel for a room-by-room walkthrough.
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⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Stays of 28 Nights or Longer
Reservations shorter than 28 nights follow our standard vacation-rental terms. Reservations of 28 consecutive nights or longer are subject to additional requirements.
For stays of 28 nights or longer:
- A separate long-term rental agreement for 90+ night stays must be reviewed and signed.
- A security deposit may be required depending on the length of stay
- Required monthly or mid-stay cleanings will be scheduled in advance and charged separately.
- Scheduled trash-removal fees may apply.
- Monthly property inspections may be conducted with at least 24 hours’ notice.
- Early departure does not qualify for a refund. Long-term cancellation and reservation-change terms differ from our standard short-stay policy.
- Utilities included with the rental will be identified in the agreement
- The reserving guest must be at least 25 years old and remain at the property for the entire stay.
Clean Guarantee All homes are backed by our 100% Clean Guarantee. The details are disclosed in your rental agreement.
Check-In / Check-Out Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We’re happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can’t be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.
Pets The owners will allow dogs on a case by case basis. Up to 2 dogs allowed with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.
Quiet Policy This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren’t permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.
Payment, Cancellation & Travel Insurance Please review our policies here.
Extended Stays Reservations of 30 days or more are subject to review; stays exceeding 90 days require an additional agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Military Discount We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.
Last-Minute Bookings For reservations made **within 5 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests. This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest’s name
Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.