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Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav...

Banner Elk vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Exterior
Exterior
TV, fireplace, offices
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Boone, NC
  • Place, Hound Ears Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

On river.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Watauga River and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and Hound Ears Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Foggy Mountain Gem Mine - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Julian Price Park - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Appalachia Cookie Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪South End Brewing - Boone - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 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.

Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav...

* Property Protection Plan Insurance for security deposit included in online quote; additional damage insurance not required.

Bed Configuration: King (Primary Bedroom, Main Floor), Queen (Guest Bedroom, Main Floor), Queen and 2 Twins (Open Loft, Upstairs), Sleeps 8

Description: Nestled in a picturesque setting, this charming cabin offers a perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. The large flat yard, easy access, and ample parking make arriving a breeze, while the paved driveway ensures smooth navigation. Step onto the wrap-around deck and breathe in the fresh mountain air as you fire up the gas grill and listen to the soothing sounds of the nearby creek. Just a short walk away lies the scenic Watauga River, inviting you to explore its beauty.
Inside, the cabin exudes warmth and comfort, accommodating up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Embrace the rustic charm with wood interior walls and ceilings, creating an inviting ambiance. The main floor boasts a sunroom flooded with natural light, serving as a versatile space for dining or as a home office, complete with a large table, flat-screen TV, desk, and cozy seating area.
The spacious kitchen is fully equipped, making meal preparation a breeze. Gather in the living room for quality family time, where ample seating surrounds a wall-mounted flat-screen TV and a floor-to-ceiling rock gas log fireplace sets the perfect mood. The primary bedroom with a king-size bed and a guest bedroom with a queen bed are conveniently located on the main floor, with a washer tucked away in the guest bedroom for added convenience.
Venture upstairs to the loft area, where two separate areas offer additional sleeping space and entertainment options. Relax in the main area with a queen bed, or retreat to the cozy nook featuring two twin beds, each with its own TV. A shared bathroom completes this inviting space. Escape to this tranquil retreat and create memories to last a lifetime.

Location: Located within easy reach of the Watauga River (Fishing Permit Required), this cabin provides the perfect setting for relaxation and outdoor adventure. Explore nearby attractions such as the famous Mast General Store and Candy Barrel, as well as Valle Crucis Park, all less than a mile away.The convenient location makes it just minutes away from all the High Country’s most famous attractions such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and Caverns, and Appalachian State University. If you are looking for winter sports there are several different options from Hawksnest Snow Tubing, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, Beech Mountain Ski Resort, and Appalachian Ski Resort. Relax and enjoy the slow pace of the mountains and the fresh air or be adventurous and go hiking, fishing, biking, or sight-seeing. Some other things people enjoy are shopping, antiquing, skiing, golfing and miniature golfing, ziplining, go-karts, and gem mining.

TV Source: Roku Only

Please Remember:
No Smoking
No Pets Allowed
4-Wheel Drive Recommended in Winter Months

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... to the airport?

This vacation home is 62.5 mi (91-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav...?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav...?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... to downtown Banner Elk?

This vacation home is 6.6 mi away from Banner Elk.

Red Roof Retreat - Watauga River, Mountain Log Cabin, Hot Tub, Gas Fireplace, Gas Grill, Easy Pav... Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great! Quiet and off the beaten path, but still close and convenient to everything we wanted to go out and do. Perfect layout for the grown ups to be able to hang out and come in and out without disturbing the kiddos and grandparents upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hailey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be booking for return visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Holger J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Arrival: Bed sheets in Master contain stains and hair-housekeeping changed sheets, Day 1: Garbage disposal did not work and was repaired, leaked after repair, couldn't use kitchen sink at all, Day 2 garbage disposal was replaced. Generally: clump of hair on the floor, shower hose downstairs covered by mold, microwave light over the stove did not work, the house needs TLC. Otherwise, the area is great, Beautyful views of the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., TAYLORSVILLE, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Valle Crucis Escape

Great place and location. Very relaxing ambiance, well equipped, and cozy. One disappointing factor was the extreme amount of dust/pollen on entire deck and all deck furniture, housekeeping should have rinsed it down, would have only taken a couple minutes. Everything else was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

joel o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Fantastic cabin, great location, and confortable. Great communication with fascoe rentals
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis H.

Red Roof

Nice property in a nice community. Easy access to all the local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trout fishing

This is the third time we stayed in the place. It’s our annual trout fishing trip. Plenty of room. Close to the stream. We really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Mountain House with everything you need.

This place was clean when we checked in. Everything was in working order. Between the hot tub, fire pit, and views, we found it more than adequate for our ski house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

We had a great family getaway. Very convenient to Boone and a short drive to the ski hills. Roads were well maintained during the snowy weather as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and House

The location is near the center of Valle Cruses so convenient and quiet. It is in a neighborhood with neighbors adjoining in case you are looking for a secluded cabin. The house is very nice and the area is quiet. The hot tub worked fine and it has a propoane firepit in the fenced yard with a nice large wrap around porch. The one negative is that we did not realize we were not going to be dealing with the owner, as our other VRBO experiences. The house is rented through Foscoe Rentals which is a corporate rental business which has many, many houses hence the paperwork was six plus pages with many clauses that we do not have to deal with when renting from an individual owner. The texts and e-mails were not personal as we are accustomed to with VRBO. For a short term rental of only 2-3 days this is cumbersome. I wish this had been disclosed somehwere in the listing prior to getting into this cumbersome corporate rental paperwork for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls getaway

Great weekend getaway! Due to a pretty significant snow storm (at least to us) we didn’t even leave the cabin once we arrived! It was well stocked and we were able to just relax by the fire
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice getaway!

We enjoyed the property very much. Hot tub was nice. Beds were comfortable. House was very clean. No real complaints. Just a couple of minor suggestions: Deck chairs were a bit dusty, Wi-Fi was spotty - maybe because of location in the mountains. But overall a very pleasant experience. And we would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Summer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely retreat

We had an amazing stay at the Red Roof Retreat. The cabin was absolutely lovely and in a fantastic location. It was very clean and was a perfect fit for our spring break trip with our children. They adored the beautiful backyard and porches for exploring. We were able to walk down to the river several times and enjoyed many of the local businesses. Thank you for opening up your beautiful property and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

This the second year we stayed there. It is a great place to stay.

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin C., China Grove

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski Trip

My family stayed here for the weekend and the house was great. It was super cozy, clean, and overall a great house. Love the porches and backyard here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Joel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool spot and Comfortable

Great place for two families. Cool location near a stream and quite peaceful. Hot tub was a plus but the chemicals were all off (we had a family that has their own and was very serious about ph, chlorine levels and more). We let company know and they immediately made them better. Great service. The only real challenge was some of the kitchen seems dated with older knives, pots and such.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great memories

Everything was clean and spacious and close to boone
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful 3 days

We had the best time at Red Roof Retreat and it was the perfect location for going to Tweetsie Railroad and Linville Falls. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

James P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Red Roof Cabin

We were extremely disappointed in this house. The pictures online showed a bright clean house. This house is dark and dirty. The wrap around porch roof and the shrubs that are at roof level block any sunlight from getting into the house. I have never been in a house this dark. We were there for a month and we agreed being in such a dark place for a month was depressing. Also, this house needs a serious deep cleaning. There is hair everywhere, even in the beds. I believe whoever cleans this house does the kitchen and the bathrooms, changes the beds and pays little attention to the rest of the house. There were areas that appeared not to have been vacuumed in forever. The tv is complicated. Unless someone is totally familiar with Roku I suggest they get a tutorial before staying here. You also need to be aware there is no cell service except for WiFi cellular. We had to go to the Verizon store to get help with that and had to reboot our phones a couple of times to get service. That was doable but still a nuisance. The location is off the beaten path. It’s about a three mile ride from hiway 105 on a very winding road. If you’re into walking, Redtail Hawk Road is a pretty and easy walk. We have had lots of good experiences using and VRBO. This wasn’t one of them.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIA C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite and convenient

Quite and very convenient. Would definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rudie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We booked this cabin to have easy access to the river for trout fishing. We had 5 people total stay here and had plenty of room for everyone. The grill and fire pit worked perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karla A.

Liked: Cleanliness

LOVED LOVED LOVED

Great long weekend with the family. Enjoyed the red roof retreat very much.....would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spaces, lots of places.

This home worked so nicely for our family. The loft, the sunroom/office, the kitchen, and the large family/living room, as well as the porches and the yard, gave us comfortable options for grouping together. The large and well-equipped kitchen was really wonderful for what I love to do as the nana in the family ~ cook for everybody. Thank you for making such a warm and beautiful place available for guests. We also own a short term rental here in Boone, which makes us especially appreciative of how clean and in good condition everything was. And goodnesss, what a great location. Paul and Judith
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Beautiful cabin!

Great place, cozy and lots of room. Close to everything. We had a great time. Would definately stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah U.

Very charming

Very easy to find. Very spacious and comfortable home to stay in. Plenty of parking space and a large yard for kids to play in. Also, able to see lots of wild life in the early morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018