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Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons

Family-friendly stay near Beech Mountain Resort

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Golf

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Beech Mountain, NC
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Land of Oz
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Beech Mountain Resort and 6 miles (10 km) of Land of Oz with a stay here. Buckeye Recreational Center and Lees-McRae College are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Beech Mountain Resort - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Land of Oz - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 29 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 31 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪First Chair Coffe Shop - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons

Welcome to Read Retreat.


Come enjoy the beauty and charm of lovely Beech Mountain here at Read Retreat. The Read Retreat offers many amenities for your next trip to the mountains. This property is located in very close proximity (only two rights and a left!) to Beech Mountain Resort, where you will find fun in both winter and summer months. On the main floor, you can enjoy a comfortable, open floor plan living space. The kitchen area sports stainless steel appliances and an open space perfect for creating food and fun. The living room gives you plenty of comfortable seating surrounding a stone fireplace and a large flat smart screen TV, a cozy place for spending time with family and friends. Off of the other side of the kitchen, you find a beautiful dining room with a large rustic table. On the main level, you will also find two queen suites both with their own full adjacent bathrooms. When you head upstairs you will find another queen suite. As you head downstairs you discover a large comfortable bunk room perfect for kids or teens. Here there are a set of bunk beds with a full trundle bed to give you plenty of sleeping space. The bunk room also has plenty of entertainment options, including a sitting area with a flat-screen TV, gaming system, and an air hockey table. Outside at Read Retreat you have many relaxing options. Enjoy the large outdoor hot tub, relax around the fire pit, or take it easy on the deck while you grill. Option to add Beech Mountain Club access which includes: golf, tennis, pickleball, gym, heated pool and tons of exclusive dining options (extra fee applies. Contact us for more details.) This beautiful location is a great place to enjoy the cool breezes and delightful wooded view. Come experience the joy of the mountains here at Read Retreat for your next vacation.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

There is parking space for two large vehicles in the parking area and one small vehicle on the road.

Please note: You must walk down a flight of stairs to access the front of the property. Therefore the Read Retreat is not handicap accessible.

You must have a 4-Wheel Drive Vehicle or tire chains during the winter months.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Relax at the Read Retreat ready to Host Families all 4 Seasons

Relax Read Retreat-ready Host Families all 4 Seasons Cabin

Relax Read Retreat-ready Host Families all 4 Seasons Cabin

Relax at the Read Retreat ready to Host Families all 4 Seasons

Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons to the airport?

This cabin is 58.7 mi (85-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

Is there free parking at Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons to downtown Banner Elk?

This cabin is 1.3 mi away from Beech Mountain.

Relax at the Read Retreat-ready to host families all 4 seasons Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tommy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay was great, the host was very quick to respond and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our host was fantastic, so responsive! And the house was amazing. Location was perfect for a ski getaway and so cozy! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was super cute and in a really adorable neighborhood! It was very close to Beech Mountain and Banner Elk. We had deer outside every morning which the kids absolutely loved. The owner was super responsive—highly recommend and we’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great long weekend at the Read Retreat! It was the perfect place for a guy’s ski weekend. The property slept 8 comfortably and we had plenty of space to hangout while we weren’t skiing and exploring Beech Mountain a downtown Banner Elk. Thanks so much for sharing your property. 10/10 would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect for our family. Convenient to Beech, Hawksnest, the alpine coaster, etc. Well kept and charming. We loved seeing the deer around and exploring along the creek out back. The hot tub and game room were a hit with my kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M., Henderson, nc

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at the Read Retreat! Having four bedrooms and four bathrooms was such a treat. The house was fully stocked with plenty of blankets, towels, and pillows, which made everything super comfortable. Kim even called to welcome us and make sure we got in okay—such a nice touch! Our kids loved the hot tub and fire pit! Just a heads up: make sure to grab your supplies before heading up, because it’s definitely tucked away in the mountains!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin is immaculate and in a location where deer walk right up to you. The place had plenty of room and was exactly as described. The host Kimberly was great to work with and was very helpful. Definitely would recommend and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J., Jamestown, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
The Read Retreat was a perfect little cabin with all the “essentials!” It is “UP” the mountain on a few twisty roads but, it’s not a bad drive at all and is in a good location to surrounding areas. We had lots of deer sightings and one black bear as well! I would highly recommend the Read Retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin D., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

I am really glad we picked this property.It was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Vacation 2024

The property itself was exactly as shown in the pictures. We did enjoy our stay at the Read Retreat. We had 2 momma deer and their babies visit us every morning and evening. Our grandkids loved playing in the stream on the property. However, I do have a couple issues that I did talk to the host about. One was that the house could have had a little more attention to detail on the cleaning. My grandkids found several pieces of hard sharp plastic on the floor of the game room. We could never determine what it came from. Two, the house shows pictures of the club house pool, tennis and golf which we found out are NOT included. You have to transfer the club membership to your name in order to access. I was told by the host that it would cost $900.00 to transfer, but the clubhouse told us that it would be $300.00. Had I known this I would not have booked this house because we were planning on hanging out be the pool on our last day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

This was a perfect setting for a summer writing retreat for our cohort of 5. The location is really lovely, with a back yard that leads to a creek and then a walking trail. We had two deer visit us regularly and also saw a mama bear and her four adorable cubs. We each had our own bed, although one brave soul had to sleep in the top bunk. (She was a great sport about that!) Overall a good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Ski Getaway

This home was perfect for our ski trip! We had a short drive to Beech mountain and relaxing in the hot tub after a long day was perfect! We had a group of 4 couples and had plenty of space! Kim was a great host and was quick to respond to any needs we had! We even had the chance to feed some deer that were hanging out in the back yard. Such a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful ski vacation

The property was clean and had everything we needed during our stay. The owner responded quickly and the house was exactly as pictured. The hot tub was very nice after long days skiing and my boys loved feeding the deer with the corn that was supplied. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hank J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Recommend this rental

Great location just a short drive to the ski area. Hot tub was a great plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena P.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEAUTIFUL mountain views

We stayed over Christmas with 10 people total from ages 4-44. It was so relaxing and beautiful. We all fit comfortably and had an incredible Christmas vacation. Skiing and tubing was close. Kimberly, the owner was so friendly and gracious! Thank you Read family for helping us have a magical Christmas in the mountains!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Brantley G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin in an excellent location for quiet

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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend getaway!

Read Retreat was the perfect setting for a family weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Avid ASU fans in for the ECU game.

Plenty of room for everyone and four full baths a definite plus. Hot tub, fire pit, carefree deer everywhere and of course the 5500 elevation views. A great place with room for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Read Retreat

This was a fabulous place to getaway with family. We couldn’t have been more pleased with this rental. It was everything and more than expected from rental site. We definitely want to visit again and will recommend to other family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023