White Fence Farm is a business owned by Denise and Fulton Lovin. It consists of two distinct properties; one of them is near downtown Boone, North Carolina, which has two separate vacation homes. These are called the White Fence Farm and The Appalachian House. The other one is in Trade, Tennessee, a more rural area, and its respective property is named The Farmhouse. The main differences between The Farmhouse and the other two houses are the Farmhouse's location and the fact that it can function as a wedding venue in addition to being a vacation rental. It includes a barn and 105 acres of land consisting of walking trails, a pond, and wooded or open country.
The Boone houses are found on the same property along King Street. They are near the center of the town, a few blocks northeast of Appalachian State University. Boone itself is found inside the Blue Ridge Mountains, which puts visitors within a few miles of hiking trails, overlooks, and ski resorts. The Farmhouse, located in Trade, Tennessee, is near the North Carolina state line, placing it about fourteen miles away from Boone. The property is also located near the Blue Ridge Mountains where hiking trails and ski resorts are accessible to Farmhouse guests, although no nearby town is any closer than Boone.
The White Fence Farm and Appalachian House share some similarities in their exterior design, such as their relatively square shape and red front door. However, the White Fence Farm is cream-colored with white window and door frames and is topped with a tan roof and stone chimney. It also contains bush beds and a front porch with rocking chairs. Denise, one of its owners, describes it as being of a more "traditional style" and having "country and rustic décor." The Appalachian house is almost completely white save its red frames and grey roof. It does not include a front porch but still has two rocking chairs next to the front entrance and is decorated with a few potted plants, metal flowers, and roosters. Denise also says that this house has more "natural elements" implemented into its décor.
The Farmhouse is completely white minus a red roof. Its pillared porch wraps around two sides of the house and is covered by the roof's overhang. More seating can be found on the porch, along with a few garden decorations and a grill. The Farmhouse is placed against a wooded area and sits on a 105-acre property that contains walking trails, a pond, and spots to sled during the winter. The complete acreage is accessible to guests. It is in a rural area, and Denise explains that she and Fulton had the idea of sharing the "farm living" feeling as it is separated from more populated areas. A barn and a stage are included in the Farmhouse property, where patrons can host their own celebrations.
Each vacation house differs in size. The White Fence Farm is the larger of the two Boone buildings as it can fit up to six guests at once. At 1,500 square feet, it comes with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two queen beds, and one sofa bed. Conversely, the Appalachian House can fit four visitors within its 500-square-foot floor space. It features a single bedroom, bathroom, king bed, and sofa bed. The Farmhouse is 1,800 square feet and can host up to six people with its three bedrooms, one bathroom, one queen bed, and two full-size beds. All homes include fully equipped kitchens, microwaves, refrigerators, Internet access, and coffee makers. Additionally, both Boone houses provide cable TV and dishwashers, and all homes come with couches, tables, and chairs.
The interior of each vacation rental is distinct from the others. The White Fence Farm is predominantly decorated with white furnishings and appliances in addition to light brown oak or tile floors. The Appalachian house is more tan and brown with a multi-colored checkerboard tile floor and a magenta bedspread. Its appliances and framing are mostly made of wood. The Farmhouse's floors are also wood, but the décor ranges more in color from browns to creams, reds, blues, and whites.
During their stay at either White Fence Farm location, guests can have access to a range of different attractions. Those staying in Boone are within a short walk or drive from Tweetsie Railroad, High Gravity Adventures Zip Line & Aerial Park, various breweries, hiking trails, and a few ski resorts. While breakfast is not provided at either property, Fulton, one of the owners, recommends a few different locations where patrons can eat. Melanie's is a breakfast restaurant that serves a variety of omelet, pancake, and waffle dishes. He also suggests Our Daily Bread for lunch, which primarily serves salads, sandwiches, and desserts. Finally, he mentions Lost Province for dinner, where visitors can eat pizza and drink a variety of beers. Guests at Trade are around twenty minutes from Boone, but they have closer access to additional trails and ski resorts near the Farmhouse.
Fulton and Denise, the owners, say they want their guests to feel comfortable and satisfied while they stay at either White Fence Farm location. They state the importance of patrons enjoying the "convenience of the location" and do what they can to give visitors precise information on what they can do while staying at their properties. It is important to them to share that "farm feeling" with their guests, particularly those at the Farmhouse. While Fulton and Denise are not on-site, they try to be accessible via phone or text message. They also explain that an emergency maintenance person is available should their visitors be unable to reach Fulton and Denise directly.
According to Fulton and Denise, the Farmhouse is a particularly common place for guests to host weddings. Their barn and stage are available if they want to book the venue and meet with larger groups of families to celebrate. The stage comes with a dance floor, and tents with tables and chairs can be arranged for seating. Again, visitors can also access the entire 105-acre property of the Farmhouse if they want to go on a walk or fish in the pond.
According to Fulton and Denise, about 30 to 40% of their guests visit repeatedly. They believe their properties are both known for and successful due to their locations. Many patrons from different backgrounds stay at their properties, and many have left positive reviews. Regarding the Farmhouse, one guest said, "Great time had by our whole family. Wonderful experience for all. Our four-year-old loved the kids' upstairs bedroom, toys, and exploring the property. We loved hanging out on the porch and seeing the vintage items in the house. Can't wait to do this again next summer!" Another visitor to the property said this about White Fence Farm: "We had a great time using this home for the family gettogether in Boone. Our son has summer classes at ASU, so we all came to him. The large dining space was a bonus for family meals. We appreciated the extra parking spot next door as we had two large vehicles."
The White Fence Farm properties are open year-round, and the owners say their best season is from May 1st until the end of October due to more "temperate" weather. However, they also mention that they get a good turnout for ski and snowboarding season during the winter. Additionally, Fulton and Denise's main policies require guests to dispose of all their garbage and leave the houses as they found them. All properties are pet-friendly as well.
The Farmhouse operated as a sheep farm back in the 1930s and throughout the next few decades. The Boone property was built in the 1940s, and its buildings primarily served as residential spaces until they became operational as lodging in 2007.
White Fence Farm has been in business under Fulton and Denise, the current owners, since 2007. They first purchased the Farmhouse in Trade to use as an escape for themselves. Upon hosting a friend's wedding on that property, they realized they could advertise the Farmhouse as a wedding venue in addition to a vacation rental. Later, they decided to buy another property in Boone as they saw "a need for lodging" in that area.
While they have owned White Farm Fence, Fulton and Denise have upgraded the furnishings of the Farmhouse to make it more "user-friendly." However, they also say they want to maintain the look and feel of the property that it had many years ago. They also plan to build a small trail system close to the farm. As for the Boone houses, they do not have any definite plans in mind other than performing maintenance as needed.
The city of Boone itself is named after the American frontiersman Daniel Boone, who is known for being the first explorer of the region during the 1790s. As such, the city hosts an annual outdoor drama called "Horn of the West," which depicts British settlement, the American Revolution, and the contributions of Daniel Boone and other people who contributed to the local area.
270 W King St
Boone, North Carolina 28607
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Denise & Fulton Lovin
