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5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Banner Elk

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Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61263 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Mill Ridge cottage, you'll find Watauga River and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.. Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Grandfather Trout Farm are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Grandfather Trout Farm - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights

Happy Ours

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Located in the gorgeous Mill Ridge community you'll discover the all-seasons retreat of your dreams! Nestled on the Boone side of Banner Elk, Happy Ours is conveniently located within quick driving distance of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, downtown Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk, Tweetie Railroad, Grandfather Vineyards, Sugar, Beech and Appalachian Ski Resorts, Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline, Appalachian State University, Lees-McRae College and more! You won't have to go far to find fun as the Mill Ridge Community, a former ski resort property, boasts its own trout fishing stream, numerous hiking trails, a pool, tennis courts, a basketball court, and a clubhouse.

Combining the perfect mix of modern convenience and rustic warmth, Happy Ours' tastefully decorated interior features a spacious, open floor plan, abundant natural lighting, 180-degree views of the high country, and every comfort-of-home amenity possible. Warm up in front of the stone fireplace while streaming your favorite shows or in an Adirondack chair by the outdoor firepit. The well-equipped kitchen boasts modern appliances, a breakfast bar, and a formal dining table.

The en suite bedrooms include private, full bathrooms and include linens, ceiling fans, and smart TVs. Additional amenities include a Pack-N-Play, a private washer/dryer, a board game collection, and high-speed internet access.

The perfect ending to your mountain day can be spent outside on the home's large deck surrounded by trees. Indulge in a brilliant sunset by the firepit and enjoy barbecued meals on the new gas grill.

Things to Know
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Security camera details: Ring Camera by front door

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,263 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights to the airport?

This cottage is 64.1 mi (105-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is 5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights to downtown Banner Elk?

This cottage is 5.1 mi away from Banner Elk.

5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Xudong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janice K.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great patio!

We greatly enjoyed time with our family. The patio was our favorite spot. Its cozy/tight space but office t and had everything we needed for our weekend stay. Pay attention to the 10 am checkout - way too early! But otherwise a great property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem!

We visited the area for snow tubing to celebrate my son’s birthday and found ourselves lucky to have snagged Happy Ours for a couple of days. From the moment we drove up the driveway, we knew we made a good choice. Such a cute, cozy, comfortable, and clean cottage with all the creature comforts of home. To our delight and surprise, we were greeted with a welcome gift of snacks, assortment of beverages, and a bottle of wine from Grandfather Winery! This brought smiles to our faces & set the tone for a wonderful trip. The cottage has been updated tastefully. We loved sitting around the fire pit in the evening. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need. The bedrooms are quite large and the beds are super comfy. The only issue we had was the bright street light right outside the bedroom windows. There are window blinds that help some, but the light still illuminated right through them causing some sleep issues. However, if light doesn’t bother you for sleeping, this should not be a big deal. Perhaps some black out curtains would be helpful (like the ones in the living room). Also, please be careful when using the dining room table as it is a rustic wooden tabletop and I actually ended up getting a splinter under my finger nail when clearing our dinner plates (ouch!), but the table is just too darn cute to be that mad at it 😊. We would highly recommend staying at Happy Ours & hope to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy W., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Family Weekend

From the moment we walked into this property, we knew we were in for a great weekend. As soon as our kids spotted the fabulous welcome bag from the owners and we turned on the easy-to-use fireplace, they declared this was the nicest place we ever stayed and that they loved the mountains (this was their first visit). This property is beautifully decorated and so well-appointed that we couldn't believe it. The rooms are spacious, but still heated up quickly on a frigid January weekend. The owners really thought of everything. And this place is so nicely located we were able to have breakfast in Banner Elk, go sledding at Beech Mountain, shopping in Valle Crucis, strolling in downtown Boone, and exploring at Grandfather Mountain, over the course of just two days, while still having plenty of time to enjoy the property itself, drinking hot cocoa and playing board games (also provided!) in front of the fire. I can't recommend Happy Ours enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Liked: Cleanliness

HappyOurs

This property more than met our expectations! The pictures really do not do the cozy feel justice. Everything was clean. Beds are ridiculously comfortable. Location is quiet but close to both Banner Elk and Boone. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023