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Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities

Vacation home near Sugar Mountain Resort in Banner Elk

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A rustic cabin with a stone pathway leading to a wooden deck.
A deck with outdoor seating and a scenic view of a forested landscape.
A spacious living room with a high wooden ceiling, a large window with a scenic view, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area with a coffee table and rug.
A wooden dining table with chairs, a bench, and a chandelier in a kitchen with large windows and wooden beams.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81790 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .At this Banner Elk vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort and 3 miles (5 km) of Linville River. Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Grandfather Mountain State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 21 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 27 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 32 min drive - 22.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬12 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.

Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities

Welcome to Sugar Mountain Escape!

Sugar Mountain Escape is a charming two-bedroom mountain cottage located near the top of Sugar Mountain, only minutes away from the slopes of Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and convenient to downtown Banner Elk, Grandfather Mountain, Seven Devils, Ski Beech, Valle Crucis, and both Boone and Blowing Rock.

*You can walk to the slopes or enjoy the convenience of 'virtual slope side' service via the Sugar Ski Resort Shuttle! The Sugar Mountain Ski Resort shuttle will pick you up at the property, drop you off at the slopes during the ski season, and return you to Sugar Mountain Escape when desired. Walk to the slopes and shuttle back, shuttle to the slopes and walk back, or take the shuttle both ways - it is up to you! Search SkiSugar for shuttle routes and schedules.

Sugar Mountain Escape has year-round, unobstructed mountain views that will not disappoint. The master suite, on the main level, features a King bed, an HD Smart TV, and glass doors leading to a quiet rear deck. The en suite master bathroom features a large step-in shower.
At nearly 5000 feet in elevation, Sugar Mountain Escape rarely needs air conditioning. There are a few portable air conditioning units that adequately cool a large room or area.

The main floor is an open-concept living room featuring soaring vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, a wood-burning fireplace, and an HD Smart TV. The living room is adjacent to the kitchen, which features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a center island with a live-edge wood slab top. The dining area accommodates 8 guests. The den, located off the living room, provides a second area on the main level for relaxation and entertaining. It features many windows that let in natural light and offer a mountain view. The den has another HD Smart TV and ample comfy furniture. A sleeper sofa on the main level accommodates 2 guests. There is a hallway half-bathroom on the main level as well.

Upstairs is an open loft with a cozy table and chairs for games and puzzles. A queen pull-out in the loft accommodates 2 guests. The full bathroom upstairs has a tub/shower combo. Past the open loft area is a queen bedroom with vaulted ceilings, an HDTV with a Smart Blu-ray player for watching DVDs and Blu-ray discs, and access to all of your cable programming, as well as Netflix and other Smart TV options.

A main-level front porch offers a peaceful, shaded place to enjoy the outdoors. The back deck on the main level offers mountain views and overlooks the mature woods rolling away from the back of the house. Here you will find a gas grill, and a lower-level platform deck features the hot tub. Two dogs are welcome with your reservation for an additional fee.

Nearby attractions:

Beech Mountain Ski Resort and Hawksnest Snow Tubing & Zip Lines - 10 miles
Appalachian Ski Mountain - 19 miles
Grandfather Mountain - 9 miles
Linville Gorge, Falls, and Caverns - 20 miles
Tweetsie Railroad - 19 miles
Watauga Lake - 30 miles
Appalachian State University - 16 miles
Lees McRae College - 6 miles
Boone - 14 miles
Banner Elk - 5 miles
Blowing Rock - 16 miles
Valle Crucis - 13 miles
*The garage is kept locked for the owner's storage and is not accessible to guests.

*The driveway at Sugar Mountain Escape is a downhill, gravel driveway. It offers plenty of parking. However, if you do not have a 4WD or anall-wheel-drive vehicle, we encourage you to keep your vehicle parked at the top of the driveway, as it is challenging to get out of the bottom of the driveway with the gravel and its grade unless you have 4-wheel or all-wheel drive. If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle, we suggest you back in and keep it toward the top of the driveway. If you have a front-wheel-drive vehicle, we recommend you pull in facing down, but keep it toward the top of the driveway.

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  • Washer
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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,790 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities to the airport?

This vacation home is 56.9 mi (91-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities to downtown Banner Elk?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Sugar Mountain.

Mountain Cottage near Outdoor Activities Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room, good location, and once we settled in we enjoyed it.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Coleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! There was plenty of room for our family. The house was very cozy. We had everything we needed. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious, close to top of lift, owner was communicative. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

We came for a week to hike and relax. We had great weather (75 one day and snow the next!) which made it interesting, but the house had everything we needed and it was a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little escape

Overall we enjoyed our stay, the location was excellent, the house was well kept and neat, especially considering it's pet friendly. We enjoyed the hot tub and fireplace in the cold weather. We would definitely visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly Sugar trip

What a great location and view from the balcony! House had all the basics to cook. Could use some update on cutlery and utensils. Close to grocery store, ski slopes of Sugar Mtn. and Banner Elk. Great place to take older teens with separate living spaces. Our dogs enjoyed it too. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and beautiful!

My family had a wonderful time at this property. Everything was as advertised and the surrounding neighborhood was so nice. What amazing views! The hot tub and game room were a hit. We loved eating breakfast by the big window, where we were joined by a family of deer almost every morning!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Views and Location

We enjoyed our stay at this property in Sept. It had an exceptional TV (with cable for us who have not cut the cord) in the lovely sun room. Much better than most places we have rented. The master bed was extremely comfortable. It was roomy, especially for 2 people. I thought it in desperate need of a thorough cleaning. There is clutter in every closet, light bulbs in need of replacement, and an overall feeling of dust and grime. Our listing was not accurate through VRBO, so be sure to check the property manager's website for all details. The VRBO listing did NOT mention the steep, gravel driveway. This was particularly troublesome for my husband's bad knees. It also did NOT indicate the AC are portable units in 2 rooms only. But we love Sugar Mtn and the outdoor deck was magnificent. Overall, I would recommend this property.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 weeks enjoying mountain beauty

Enjoyed staying in your beautiful home for 3 weeks. Sugar Mountain is convenient to groceries, restaurants, hardware store and downtown Banner Elk. It was a wonderful vacation. Thanks.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dana C.

Great stay!

We loved our stay at Sugar Mountain Escape! We felt very at home and comfortable! The hot tub was very clean as well as the rest of the home! We loved the wood burning fireplace and that we could bring our Boston terrier Scout with us! The driveway is very steep and we had 16 inches of snow during our stay and it was not accessible so be aware in winter months! You will have to haul your stuff down the driveway even if you have a 4x4 vehicle! We had a wonderful stay and would definitely book again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views

Driveway was super icy and no where to park on street so had to get very creative. Overall great stay. Some more cleaning Needed done.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

KATHY P.

4 Stars

Kitchen Needs skillet and pans to cook with. Had only 1 regulr glass to drink out of. So I just bought Solo cups. Truly enjoyed our stayed. The one thing that I think needs to be followed up on is the housekeeping. I know the owners pay and expect a good job. the house is very dusty. I cleaned the top of Refrig and electric baseboards etc. The kitchen table was dirty with dried mustard and bread crumbs. But I was prepared and took my own Lysol and cleaned We did have a great time and enjoyed the house and all the snow. THanks to the owners for sharing their home with us
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

5 Stars

We loved our stay! Wish it could have been longer. Would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Miles S.

Perfect

Cabin was great. Plenty of room for our group. Beautiful views. Conveniently located close to ski slopes. Only wish there was a Christmas tree, but in their defense we were warned there may not be.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alisha A.

5 Stars

We had the best time at Sugar Mountain Escape. We had everything we needed for a cozy autumn retreat watching the leaves fall. With a Lowe's food 2 miles away we stocked up on food and spent most of our trip in the hot tub and on the amazing patio.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Great stay

Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sugar Mountain Escape. The views were spectacular. The furnishings were comfortable, especially the master bed. The cabin itself was well appointed. We would love to stay here again as it felt very homey. The only drawbacks would be the mild mildewy smell present and large presence of dust attached to the textured walls. We found CCR very helpful and responsive to our needs and questions.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Sugar Mountain escape

Great place! Good kitchen and awesome hot tub. but BRING YOUR OWN POOL CUES if you were planning on playing pool. the table is fine but all of the pool cues were in terrible shape. The tips of all of the sticks were missing. enjoyed this stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sue H.

Sugar Mountain Escape Vacation

Great location with a amazing view!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

Nice Stay

We selected this cabin because we wanted a pool table, hot tub and needed to sleep 6. We enjoyed our stay and the amenities and supplies were adequate. Would have been nice to have a third bedroom. Due to openness of the loft it was noisy for those sleeping there. The cabin could use a deep clean. There were cobwebs and dust on many surfaces. I cleaned high touch areas with Lysol wipes upon our arrival and ended up with visible dirt on the wipes.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brian S.

4 Stars

We enjoyed our stay, but just a couple of things we want to point out. The owners need to replace the pots and pans. The coating on them was nearly gone and unsafe to use. A good set is needed in order to cook meals. The other thing was the place was very dusty, all the TV stands very dusty and all window sills were very dusty too, noticed that because when we opened windows it was apparent. Some dishes were dirty in the cabinets when we went to use them. A very convenient location and awesome views. Love the family room addition.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

5 Stars

Loved Sugar Mountain Escape ! We did not need the WiFi, however, were provided with the WiFi information without a password.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent for families with children

The property was accurately represented and delightfully appointed. Sufficient pillows and blankets. Really enjoyed having two living rooms, separated by a glass sliding door. Kids and adults could be separated for movie-watching. Kids loved the hot tub. We needed a few things for our 4-5 day stay: more than 1 toilet paper role per bathroom, more than 3 packets of dishwasher detergent (we prepared all meals at the house, for 8 people), laundry detergent, plastic garbage bags to line the can, a few more kitchen towels. Highly functional house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

5 Stars

Had a great experience with both Sugar Mountain Escape and Carolina Cabins. The cabin was very nice and comfortable. It was easy to access and the check in and out process was easy too. Would definitely recommend both and hope to stay here again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dayanny C.

5 Stars

This by far has been the best place we have stayed at. My family and I enjoyed very much our stay here. Would very much be coming back!

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