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Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country

Banner Elk cabin with kitchen

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A spacious living area with two leather sofas and patterned cushions, a wooden staircase, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A spacious room with a wooden dining table, large windows, a brown leather couch, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A wooden interior with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern kitchen with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a central island.
A hot tub surrounded by trees and a wooden deck, with a clear sky above.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41825 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Banner Elk cabin, you'll find Watauga River and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Also, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine is within 3 miles (5 km) and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 16 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 30 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria La Monarca - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lost Province Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪South End Brewing - Boone - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Social - ‬12 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.

Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country

Welcome to Alice's Wonderland!

Located in the historic Valle Crucis community, the heart of the High Country, this unique home is conveniently situated between Boone and Banner Elk. This accommodating cabin is a sweet retreat nestled into the mountainside, overlooking the layered views and valleys below. This home is just two minutes from the historic Mast General store and the Valle Crucis Community Park, with multiple playgrounds, basketball courts, soccer fields, walking trails, and access to the Watauga River to enjoy fishing, swimming, and floating. Other nearby attractions include:

Greater Foscoe Mining Company (5 miles)
Downtown Boone and Appalachian State University (6 miles)
Grandfather Vineyard and Winery (6 miles)
Blue Ridge Parkway (8 miles)
Appalachian Ski Mountain (10 miles)
Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park (10 miles)

This one-level home has a master king bedroom with a TV and ensuite bathroom and a queen bedroom with deck access. There are lovely tongue-and-groove ceilings with a bright open skylight and a wall of windows in the living room, dining room, and kitchen. A little sleeping nook in the loft accessed by a climbing ladder could sleep one extra dextrous kid! Guests use the ladder to access the loft at their own risk. The spacious deck has outdoor dining and a nicely secluded hot tub for soaking with mountain views.

Alice's Wonderland includes a washer and dryer, wifi, TV programming, and central heat and air. Please plan to have AWD or 4WD and tire chains in winter weather. Up to two dogs are welcome with your reservation. Additional pet fees apply.
*Allows pets with an additional fee.

Enjoy the High Country with a comfortable stay at Alice's Wonderland!

Must be at least 25 years of age to book.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,825 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

582468

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country to the airport?

This cabin is 64.3 mi (95-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country to downtown Banner Elk?

This cabin is 5.9 mi away from Banner Elk.

Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erinn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax with great views

Great views, quiet location, enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dava S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Get Away!

This was a great place to stay. It was homey, serene, and beautiful. My family enjoyed the sights, views, the house, and the hot tub! We are definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay - Recommend

It was a great experience staying at the cabin! When we got there, snow was still around which made for gorgeous scenery. The hot tub was low on water, but a quick call had someone out to fill it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

My husband and I stayed for the weekend and we loved it! Very clean, new appliances and secluded. The property is also very close to Boone and ski resorts if you are looking to venture out. We will most likely be staying again if we have the opportunity in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Interior / High in Mtn.

We loved our stay. The interior of the cabin had new furniture and appliances - very pretty wood accents. It was in a VERY quiet area, which was perfect for relaxing, unplugging, and reading. Remote enough to feel secluded but close enough to be able to drive to quite a few different towns to eat, hike & shop.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place, views would have been spectacular if they trimmed the trees back a bit. Still very nice. Hot tub was bonus.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hard to find

Very nice cabin but very windy steep gravel road to property. Poorly marked and confusing address numbers. We really liked the interior- well furnished and stocked. Master bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ok..but not perfect

The place was nice enough, bed was comfortable, but the outside was a little rough. Hot tub would have been great if the bees nesting in it somewhere didn’t attack. Tried twice and gave up. While I understand they honestly didn’t know, when I contacted the company, didn’t even offer a credit for the hot tub fees, just said thanks for letting us know.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Communication
The interior of the home was very modern and spacious. The main thing my husband and I enjoy when we take our mountain vacation each year is the view and the streams. This home could have a wonderful view if some trees were taken down on the property. Although I liked the interior of the home the deck and yard area could be improved. There is not a stream near the area either. There is the river but it is at the bottom of the community. I did really like the maintenance man that we met on on first day. He was really nice and showed us how to operate TVs and hot tub.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gray A.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location

Shortened Stay by 2 nights

While the actual cabin is very nice, the yard needs a lot of attention to remove debris and overgrowth. The deck had a lot of limbs and leaves and I had to sweep off upon my arrival. Also, the one lane gravel road up to the property needs maintenance. Fortunately, I have a 4WD truck so I could manage. If there any traffic going up road from other properties, there would be issues with the one lane road and a lack of area to pull off. The reason we cut our stay short was due to two smoke / carbon monoxide alarms going off and a lack of response from the management agency. While I think it was a battery needing change out in one alarm, and the other just a malfunctioning alarm I was not comfortable with staying another night and decided to leave. I was told a maintenance person would come by but after 5 hours of waiting and night time approaching we decided to just leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for a weekend getaway with my love!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julena D.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024