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The Highlands at Sugar

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star apartment near Sugar Mountain Resort

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Balcony
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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2173 Sugar Mountain Drive, Banner Elk, NC, 28604
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Grandfather Mountain
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Balcony

Twin Room

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Banner Elk apartment, you'll find Sugar Mountain Resort and Sugar Creek Gem Mine. Linville River and Grandfather Mountain State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lees-McRae College - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 15 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 17 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Highlands at Sugar

Family-friendly 3-star apartment near Sugar Mountain Resort
The Highlands at Sugar offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly The Highlands at Sugar. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Banner Elk apartment is smoke free.

  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Highlands at Sugar offers 57 accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Banner Elk apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • No housekeeping service
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Vending machine

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • 57 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours are from 4 PM-5 PM on Sunday-Thursday and from 4 PM-6 PM on Friday-Saturday.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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 professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Highlands Sugar Cabin Banner Elk
Highlands Sugar Cabin
Highlands Sugar Banner Elk
Highlands Sugar
The Highlands at Sugar Apartment
The Highlands at Sugar Banner Elk
The Highlands at Sugar Apartment Banner Elk
The Highlands at Sugar by Capital Vacations

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Highlands at Sugar to the airport?

The Highlands at Sugar is 58.7 mi (88-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highlands at Sugar?

As of Jun 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlands at Sugar on Jul 6, 2025 start from $126.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Highlands at Sugar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Highlands at Sugar.

Does The Highlands at Sugar offer free breakfast?

The Highlands at Sugar does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Highlands at Sugar?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Highlands at Sugar?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM.

Is there free parking at The Highlands at Sugar?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does The Highlands at Sugar have a pool?

The Highlands at Sugar features an indoor pool.

Does The Highlands at Sugar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Highlands at Sugar to downtown Banner Elk?

The Highlands at Sugar is 0.7 mi away from Sugar Mountain.

The Highlands at Sugar Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 737 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cristiane

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

You have to clean

The bathroom was not clean. The room did not look like the one I rented, and the main thing is that the bathroom ceiling had dark stains that looked like mold. Oh, and you have to clean it before leaving the place, which I only found out after I checked in and they gave me a paper saying that I have to clean the fireplace if I use it and take the trash out of the apartment and throw it in a trash can 300 meters away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Analyn

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The unit was very spacious and the amenities (pool, hot tub, and game room) convenient and accessible. The location was perfect for us, as we were there to visit the Sugar Mountain Resort (only a couple miles down the road). The unit was not clean at all. Hair in the showers and sinks. Dirty under the beds and couches. The dishwasher was full of dishes from a previous. The walls and floors are old and not maintained. The refrigerator smelled horrible. We only stayed for a few nights and ate at the local restaurants, but the refrigerator smelled horrible, just for using it for keepung our bottled water. We returned one night after night skiing and the refrigerator smelled so bad, we had to turn on the microwave vent to help air out the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Misty

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of space in the apt but it’s pretty outdated. Need the pullout couch replaced. The pool and pool room appreared very dirty. Would stay there again though for location and size.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms, cool balcony, clean and usable kitchen!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
If you are going to sugar mountain skiing great place to stay 2 minute drive to ski area parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and responsive , beautiful views, clean, will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

james

Traveled with partner
Property was good, but the following need to be addressed: Some dirty pans and dishes. Some pans had buildup on the bottom with no steel or sos pans to clean them. No dishwashing soap to clean dishes or silverware and no silverware basket to put them in the dishwasher. Burners on electric stove did dot fit and were not able to be leveled and only 2 of the burners could be used. The mattress is old and somewhat lumpy. Bedspread did not seem to be clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lukasz, Okeechobee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
I didn’t like tv , too small and not smart tv
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Gives you the cabin feels. Perfect for a Ski trip!

The place is older but completely redone. Everything was great. The only thing is that the ceiling is paper thin and you hear the people above you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Awesome place

It was great, the staff were helpful. The views were awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Close, clean, and properly priced.

Great value and proximity to the mountain. The units are quite dated, but very clean. We would stay here again for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

oksana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phung

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! And a short drive to the ski resort which made the trip enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aundrea, Duluth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tube and pool tables were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfect

Perfect spot to get the lodge/ski resort vibe without the added expense. Short drive to skiing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Meralyn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very convenient for us to go skiing in sugar mountain. The condo was spacious but not maintained at all. The headboards on the bed was shaking. The floor was sticky and dirty. There was popcorn behind the sofa. There were bathroom lights that was broken from its fixture. And the water preyin the bathroom was very low. Half way in the shower the water stopped one night. I took pictures and shared all this with the office staff when I checked out. I wish they would maintain this property as it’s on the mountain. Just need to make sure you have a 4x4 specially during winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025