Escape to Skycrest Lodge, a stunning cedar A-frame retreat near Boone, NC, featuring breathtaking 180° panoramic mountain views! Soak in the private hot tub, sip coffee on the screened porch, gather around the fire pit, and enjoy foosball, shuffleboard, and ping pong. With 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a dedicated workspace, and room for 8, this mountain getaway blends adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable views. Minutes from downtown Boone, hiking, dining, and limitless mountain adventures!
We give our guests complete privacy to enjoy their mountain retreat. We will not be present during your stay but are always available to answer any questions or provide assistance via the Airbnb app or by phone. Your comfort and a seamless experience are our top priorities.
Morning light stretches across the ridgelines and filters through the large windows while the house slowly wakes up around a fresh pot of coffee. Stone, wood, and warm textures create a grounded atmosphere that feels connected to the landscape outside. The screened porch becomes a favorite place to linger, listening to the breeze move through the trees while distant mountain layers shift with the changing light. As evening settles in, conversations drift from the deck to the fire pit, and the open Blue Ridge sky becomes part of the backdrop. It's the kind of place that helps people reconnect.
The Skycrest Lodge is in a very quiet, family-friendly, residential neighborhood, wake up to beautiful sunrises, listen to the owls, birds, and watch the fog roll through the mountains. It's truly so peaceful🌿
✔ The location📍 of the Skycret Lodge is INCREDIBLE; no need to take hour-long, windy back roads to get to the top destinations.
✔ It's less than 10 minutes to Downtown Boone & App State University and an easy drive of 30 to 40 minutes to All of our 3 major ski mountains: App, Beech & Sugar Mountain.
GUEST ACCESS + PRACTICAL NOTES
🔑 Guest Access
• Self check-in via digital keypad.
• Entire home with full private access
• Guests have access to all interior living spaces and outdoor amenities
🚗 Parking
• Parking available on site
• Driveway parking up to 3 vehicles
🧺 Practical Notes
• Multi-level home with stairs between main living and loft (which is the 3rd bedroom)
• In-unit laundry available during your stay
• Dedicated workspace and Wi-Fi provided
• Outdoor amenities include the deck, screened porch, hot tub, outdoor games and fire pit
• Pet Policy: Not pet-friendly.
A 180-degree mountain panorama frames the great room and outdoor deck at Skycrest Lodge, giving your group plenty of space to take in the view together. Set in Sugar Grove, the cabin is a short drive from downtown Boone, shops, and dining.
What Guests Love Most:
→ 180-degree mountain views throughout the home make the scenery part of your stay
→ Screened porch for fresh-air breaks in every season
→ Private hot tub with mountain views for a relaxing soak
→ Game room and loft play area give families more space to gather and unwind
→ Fire pit and complimentary s’mores kit make evenings outdoors easy to enjoy
→ Open-concept living, kitchen, and dining areas keep your group connected
→ Short drive to Boone, Blowing Rock, Valle Crucis, Banner Elk and three ski mountains (App, Beech & Sugar)
→ Two dedicated workspaces and Fast Wi-Fi support remote work during longer stays
Perfect For:
A good fit for families, friend groups, multigenerational travelers, remote workers, app state alumni families, and guests exploring Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, or nearby ski mountains.
The Heart of the Home:
→ Open-concept kitchen keeps cooking connected to the main gathering space
→ Kitchen and dining areas flow into the living area
→ Open sightlines keep everyone connected while meals come together
→ Dining is part of the shared great room
→ Mountain-facing a-frame window frame throughout
→ Expansive deck offers an outdoor dining option
Where You'll Sleep:
→ Bedroom 1: King Bed
→ Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
→ Bedroom 3: Queen Bunkbeds
Bedroom 1 (Primary Suite)
• King bed
• Private ensuite full bathroom
Bedroom 2
• Queen bed
• Full bathroom serving secondary bedroom and common areas
Upper Level / Loft = 3rd Bedroom
• Queen over Queen Bunkbed
• Additional lounge and gathering area
• Overlooks main living spaces below
• Children's Play Toys, Kitchen Set, Books & Games
The Living Space:
Step into the warm and inviting living room, where cozy mountain charm meets breathtaking views! Curl up on the unique circular sofa with a good book, settle into one of the comfortable chairs beside the beautiful stone fireplace, or gather with loved ones for a movie night on the 50-inch Smart TV.
Soaring ceilings and expansive windows fill the space with natural light while showcasing the stunning mountain scenery. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating the perfect setting for conversation, laughter, and quality time together.
The upstairs loft adds a separate place to play or spend time together, overlooking the main living areas below. Children can enjoy the play toys and kitchen set, while books and games offer a quieter change of pace from gathering in the great room.
Additional Amenities
• In-unit washer and dryer
• 2 Indoor gas fireplaces
• Central air conditioning & heating
• Ceiling fans
• Multiple entertainment zones
• 2 Dedicated workspaces
• Fast Reliable Wi-Fi
• Family Friendly: Pack n Play, Play Yard, Baby Gate, Hiking Pack, Children's Books & Toys
Game Room:
Garage space has been converted to a game room. Featuring shuffleboard table, foosball table, ping pong, checkers, magnetic wall games, and more!
Outdoor Living:
The deck pairs outdoor dining and lounging space with sweeping mountain views, while the screened porch lets you enjoy the fresh air in every season. Unwind in the hot tub overlooking the surrounding landscape, nap in the hammock, or gather by the fire pit under the evening stars.
Check your dates and settle into mountain views, open skies, and time well spent together at Skycrest Lodge.
Set among the mountain scenery of Sugar Grove, Skycrest Lodge offers easy access to local essentials and small-town favorites. Conveniently located 📍 less than a 10-minute drive to downtown Boone and ASU
• 5-10minute drive to original Mast General Store and Valle Cruicis park.
• 16.5 Miles or 35 minutes to Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain & Appalachian Mountain 🏔️.
• 25 - 30 Minutes to Blowing Rock, Tweetsie Railroad, Banner Elk, and Grandfather Mountain.
• Cove Creek Store: 4 min
• Stone Mountain General Store: 10 to 15 min
• Mast General Store: 10 min
• Publix: 15 to 20 min
• CVS: 15 to 25 min
• Walgreens: 15 to 25 min
If you are familiar with mountain driving, these are awesome distances, and you have easy access to the major roads that allow you to travel faster during your stay 🚗.
Neighborhood Vibe: Scenic, nature-forward mountain setting
Getting Around: Not a walkable area; cars are required for all errands, dining, and regional exploration. 4x4 Required During Winter Months.
- Security: For your security and peace of mind, the property is monitored by exterior security cameras at the entrances. These cameras do not face any interior spaces or the hot tub area, respecting your privacy.
- S'mores: We provide a complimentary s'mores kit for you to enjoy around the fire pit. (Firewood Not Included)
- Check-in: This is a self-check-in property. You will receive a unique access code the day of arrival
- 4X4 Required in Winter Months