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Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views!

Cabin near Sugar Mountain Resort in Banner Elk

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A deck with a fire pit and a grill, surrounded by a wooden railing and overlooking a forested landscape.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest with a red roof, set against a backdrop of mountains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white microwave, and a stove. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a white ceiling with exposed beams.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Place, Sugar Creek Gem Mine
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .Within a 15-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Linville River. Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Mountain State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Linville River - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Watauga River - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views!

Welcome to The Gathering Place at Sugar Mountain, where rustic mountain charm meets comfort, space, and unforgettable views. Perched in a private, secluded setting overlooking Sugar Mountain, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath retreat is designed for relaxing, reconnecting, and making memories—any season of the year.

Start your mornings on one of two spacious decks, coffee in hand, soaking in sweeping mountain views. After a day of skiing, hiking, or exploring, unwind in the private 5-seat hot tub or cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace in the living room, complete with plush reclining seating and a Smart TV for movie nights.

The home comfortably sleeps large groups with a thoughtful layout. The main level features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a king master with en-suite bath and two queen bedrooms. Downstairs, two additional bedrooms—one king and one queen, each with a futon and private bath—offer extra privacy and direct walk-out access to the lower deck and views. Every bedroom is equipped with a Smart TV for added comfort.

The open-concept kitchen and dining area overlook Sugar Mountain, making every meal part of the experience. With easy access via a flat driveway just off the main highway, you’re close to it all while still enjoying peace and privacy. Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is only 4 minutes away, with a shuttle stop right by the house. Banner Elk is 10 minutes away, Grandfather Mountain 20 minutes, and Boone, Blowing Rock, Linville, restaurants, and the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster are all close by.

Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a ski weekend, or a relaxing mountain escape, The Gathering Place truly has it all—comfort, views, location, and space to gather.

AWD or 4WD is highly recommended during the winter months if weather conditions are adverse.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put all trash in the bins provided, making sure the containers are closed and secured.
Winter, turn thermostat down to 60 degrees. (Do NOT turn off the heat or the hot tub!) Summer, turn thermostat up to 80 degrees.
Please close and lock all windows and doors, and ensure the hot tub cover is on.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Hot Tub Service Day The hot tub is serviced for this home on Wednesdays between 10am and 5pm and access through the home, may, in some cases, be
needed. Please be aware of this during your stay and if you have any questions please message me!
• Smoking and vaping are strictly not permitted anywhere on the property, and strictly no pets allowed. • Events and parties are not allowed.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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 first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! to the airport?

This cabin is 57.3 mi (82-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! to downtown Banner Elk?

This cabin is 0.6 mi away from Sugar Mountain.

Spacious Sugar Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire table & Amazing Mountain Views! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the back deck is absolutely AMAZING. My family had a wonderful long weekend at this house. The beds were comfortable and house had everything we needed. Owner was very responsive to any questions or issue we had. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our trip was fabulous. The Gathering is perfect and the 5 bedrooms and large room with the fireplace was wonderful! . Extra firewood and many items were available. We hope we have the opportunity to rent again next fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a good time overall and really enjoyed our stay. The views of Sugar Mountain were beautiful and made the trip worthwhile. The property was well located and provided good information for our visit.However, the bathrooms could use some upgrades, and it would be helpful to have extra basic supplies available. We also had a little difficulty finding the entrance initially.Despite these small issues, we had a good experience and enjoyed our time at Sugar Mountain. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Very old dirty run down furniture. Old carpet in places where you came in from the hot tub thus getting it wet. Cabin had a funny smell, not sure how to describe it. I must say it was clean but needs a serious update.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The spectacular view of a remote location, yet, actual walking distance to amenities! Private, spacious, and functional.Its large, open living area and deck were perfect for gathering; both offered lounge and dining seating, and an unobstructed view of Sugar Mountain Ski resort.Its 3 en-suite bedrooms meant our married children had their own space.Its - rare for the mountains - flat driveway AND parking area were large enough to 3-point turn our Ford Expedition.Its vehicular entrance is hidden in plain view on a main road, so we didn't need a 4WD because we couldn't have been snowed in, yet there was zero traffic noise because of the length of the driveway.There are two route options from the home to the Sugar Mountain Ski resort, and both are a verified 5 minute drive.We are planning to stay here again for winter 2026/7, and watch Sugar Mountain's fireworks display from the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025