This vacation home places you next to Watauga River and within a 10-minute walk of Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Alta Vista Gallery and B & B - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Appalachian State University - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
Sugar Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles
Grandfather Mountain - 30 min drive - 16.8 miles
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
Rivers Street Ale House - 12 min drive
The Social - 12 min drive
South End Brewing - Boone - 12 min drive
Lost Province Brewing Company - 12 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.
Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River
Welcome to Orchid Cabin, in the charming Valle Crucis community. Enjoy your evenings on the balcony listening to the music from the nearby Mast Farm Inn. Enjoy the playground, paved walking paths, or trout fishing in the Valle Crucis Community Park only half a mile down the road. Next to the park is the famous Mast General Store Annex.
Situated on the hillside, Orchid Cabin has an entrance on the main level and also one directly to the lower level. At the main entrance, you'll find a small back patio. Inside, the cozy living room focuses on the wood-burning fireplace with sofa and chairs. A TV let's you watch your favourite show, or just gather around and catch up with friends. The kitchen and dining is nearby with stainless appliances, granite counters, and seating for up to eight.
Three queen bedrooms are on the main level. To one side of the living area is a queen suite with tiled shower. Across the living room are two more queen bedrooms with a jack and jill bath between them. Double vanities offer space for your belongings. There is a narrow spiral staircase with gate leading you downstairs. Pets, little ones, and those with mobility access will want to use caution, but there is a center pole and grab bars to steady oneself all the way down. Once down, you'll find the lower den with wood stove and a second living space, including a twin bed with twin trundle underneath in the corner. Off of the den are a queen bedroom and a small bonus space with a set of twin over twin bunks. A third full bathroom and laundry center on are on the lower level, as well.
Additional Notes: - This home allows one dog for an additional rent of $25 per night plus taxes. Pets other than dogs are not permitted. - AWD/4WD or chains will be needed in times of snow or ice. The driveway is steep, but paved. The last 75yrds before the driveway is a narrow, gravel road. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement. - Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or up to a week in advance. You'll receive two, kiln-dried packs of firewood plus a firestarter for $25 per night plus tax. - All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided. - Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am - Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations. - Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent. - Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates. - No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home. - Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook. - No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable. - This homeowner uses exterior security cameras. One camera is at the driveway as you pull up to the house and the other on the left side of the home facing away from the hot tub
CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of he deposit. Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
578564
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home in Banner Elk is within a 10-minute walk of Watauga River and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. You'll also find Hound Ears Golf Club and Foggy Mountain Gem Mine within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.
Are there hot tubs at Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River?
Yes, every house at Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.
Orchid Cabin: Charming Cabin | Hot Tub | Dogs OK | Near Original Mast General Store & River Reviews
Reviews
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Good
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carla S.
May 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This property was great, and had plenty of room for all of us. Thank you for making it very easy to check in and out!
Carla S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
2/10 Terrible
April C.
Jan 19, 2026
Upon arrival, the property had no running water. Despite multiple calls, no one returned that evening, and water was still not restored after 2 p.m. the next day. We went nearly 24 hours without water—unable to shower or flush toilets—which caused 10 people to cancel paid morning ski activities. Maintenance later told us the power line to the water heater had been cut over a month prior and never repaired. The microwave did not work and began smoking, downstairs was too cold for children, and a power line had to be run through a bedroom to restore water. The advertised game room was misleading (non-working TV and one foosball table), and rat droppings were found in cooking pots. No follow-up was ever provided. Extremely disappointing experience
April C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Lisa S.
Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the area and the house
Lisa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Robert S.
Dec 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Ski Trip
Great location for a family ski trip. The home was very comfortable and larger than expected. Had a few issues with the booking with having pets, but those issues were eventually worked out ahead of time. A few issues with the home - no instructions for anything. Lights were a little funky to figure out, but no big deal. Hot tub needs clear directions, dish washer did not work. Had to ask for instructions for check-out. Those are things that will get worked out as I understood a new rental for the management company.
Overall- this is a very relaxing house with room to spread out. I would definitely book again.
Robert S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
David P.
Dec 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a large family
This home was clean, well appointed, and conveniently located to several skiing mountains. We had a great stay. Lots of brand new appliances, dishes, etc. It exceeded our expectations.