Located within a mile (2 km) of Hawksnest Tubing Park, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Grandfather Vineyard & Winery. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Blind Elk Tap Room - 18 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 18 min drive
5506' Skybar - 28 min drive
Kettell Beerworks - 20 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.
Snowbird-Friendly Cabin with WiFi, Gas Fireplace, Private W/D, and Gas Grill
The BearFoote Chalet
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Natural light pours in from multiple skylights at this classic family-friendly cabin, with charming touches and stylish decor that's sure to put a smile on your face. Located within walking distance to Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline or Otter Falls Trail. There is also on-site basketball, pickleball/tennis, and a playground. Look out for deer and other wildlife from the comfortably furnished back deck! You'll be able to gaze out onto the mountains while you're cooking out on the private gas grill.
Inside, the full kitchen features full-size appliances, built-in glassware storage, and a breakfast bar with four log chairs for little cooking helpers. Settle in front of the floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace or light up the backyard firepit to take in the fresh night air. Essential amenities like a private washer/dryer (and board games!) will help make your stay complete. This cabin is close to the Profile Trail entrance, Grandfather Vineyard and Winery, Otter Falls Trail, and Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline.
SHARED AMENITIES Tennis and pickleball courts Basketball courts
THINGS TO KNOW *The loft with is within/above one of the bedrooms and is for children only. Window AC units are set in each bedroom. Streaming services available with guests' accounts (Sling TV and Roku). This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Security camera details: Three surveillance cameras are installed, each pointing away from the property. One on back door, one pointing towards front stairway, and one pointing towards the driveway.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
In the mountains
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Spelunking 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,344 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
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
76245
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this cabin?
This cabin is located in Banner Elk within a short 18-minute walk of Hawksnest Tubing Park. You'll also find Watauga River and Grandfather Mountain State Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this cabin?
No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.
Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?
No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.
Is Snowbird-Friendly Cabin with WiFi, Gas Fireplace, Private W/D, and Gas Grill good for couples?
Couples staying at this cabin will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as tennis.
Are there hot tubs at Snowbird-Friendly Cabin with WiFi, Gas Fireplace, Private W/D, and Gas Grill?
No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cabin include breakfast service?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin though service animals are welcome.
Does this cabin have connecting rooms?
No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Snowbird-Friendly Cabin with WiFi, Gas Fireplace, Private W/D, and Gas Grill?
Yes, every cabin at Snowbird-Friendly Cabin with WiFi, Gas Fireplace, Private W/D, and Gas Grill comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.
Snowbird-Friendly Cabin with WiFi, Gas Fireplace, Private W/D, and Gas Grill Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Felicia L.
Jan 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Snow Trip
The property was extremely clean and nicely decorated. We had no kitchen cloths for drying dishes or wiping down countertops so we had to purchase. We were happy to see the sleds left downstairs and the children enjoyed sledding at Boone Town Hall for free! Overall a very nice place to stay!
Felicia L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
steven d.
Sep 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
Nice cabin with plenty of room. Driveway a little steep but to be expected in this area.
Cabin was clean and had everything we needed to relax, cook, and enjoy the mountains.
steven d.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
chuck i.
Aug 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nc vacay
Nice home excellent location. Saw deer in the neighborhood like every day
chuck i.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob S., Henrico, VA
Jun 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain get-a-way.
We enjoyed staying in BearFoote Chalet. It was clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay there again. All information and communication was great.
Rob S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Yuliya G.
Jan 7, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but management could be better
The location of the place is very good. And the place itself is nice. But The house wasn’t clean good. I guess the beds were changed and the floor was swept in the living room. But it wasn’t clean properly. All kitchen cabinets were greasy. There were crumbs in all the drawers and some dishes were dirty. The floor also was sticky, there was pieces of food in the corners on the kitchen floors and very dirty under the beds and the couch.
The management wasn’t so great also. The night before the check out snowed so much and in the morning all the roads were icy and snowed. The incline of the driveway to get to the house is very high. If you don’t have a truck you will hit the bottom of your car 100 percent. I asked if we can do check out at 11 am instead of 10 am to clean up the driveway and to let the ice to melt a little. And I didn’t want the kids to wait outside for an hour. I was afraid that my car will just slide down to the woods as soon as I will start going down on this driveway. I have been told that we can’t wait until 11 and we need to leave. We checked out at 10 am but still stayed down the road to wait until the ice will melt. There was no cleaners or new guests coming for another 2 hours that we were outside.
Yuliya G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen J.
Jul 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
It was restful, peaceful, beautiful
Karen J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ted H.
Jun 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Everything was perfect! Our stay was great- we couldn’t have asked for anything better.
Ted H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roger H.
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home
Great home with good atmosphere. As described. No issues. But the driveway is very narrow with an awkward entrance and very very steep. But that was disclosed in the listing. A great location with a very cool friendly vibe. Everything you need, nothing you don’t.
Roger H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul T.
Jan 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Went snow tubing at Hawks Nest and Alpine Coaster. Good dining options close by. Kitchen well equipped, beds comfortable, very nice property.
Paul T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
4/10 Poor
Melanie S.
Jan 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Not an accurate description
In the description it isn't very clear as to what room is the master. When we arrived the bigger bathroom was by the room that had a loft over it. In no way does anyone want the master to share a loft for kids. Both bathroom were detached from the rooms. There were absolutely no hangers to put away clothes. The room with bunkbeds didnt have a closet or dresser to store clothes. There kitchen was outdated and the garbage disposal kept stopping up. The crock pot that was there was from the 80s and the pans were useless. Everything stuck to them no matter how much butter or cooking spray you used. The house was very dark and is in very much need of more lighting. There was 15 differnt switches in every room. We called on the first day about the house smelling like propane and we didn't receive a call back for almost 2 days. No one came out, they just said the gas fireplace didn't have an exhaust fan. We had to leave doors or windows open to vent the house so it didn't smell like propane. The stairs that go down to vehicle parking area were not lit at all! It was very dangerous to try to walk down at night. You had to shine your cell phone light to be able to walk down it without breaking your neck.
The driveway was almost impossible for us to use. We have a full size SUV and it was very hard to pull in and out of without scrubbing the front or back of the truck coming into it. You also had to back down the driveway because there wasn't enough room to turn around. You also had to come in from the other access road to the property and drive and extra 3/4 mile because the turn into the driveway was impossible from the short way in. All in all the stay was not worth the price at all. I wouldn't recommend this property.
Melanie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melissa K.
Jan 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again
Everything was as expected, or better. Great views from inside and outside! The listing was accurate, and the place was nice and cozy. The driveway is steep, and I was nervous parking upon arrival... But by the second day, it was a walk in the park.
Melissa K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
4/10 Poor
Priya D.
Dec 26, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
extremely poor service from Vacasa
Vacasa service was extremely poor and non-existent when our family was faced with very difficult conditions. We got stuck without food in the cabin when the driveway was covered with a sheet of ice. There were 2 snow shovels, but no salt was provided. I made multiple calls to the number Vacasa gave me for help, but they never followed up. Fortunately, the park rangers in the area were unbelievably good and finally delivered food to our cabin around 9:30 pm. When the temperature drops to -10 or so, we lost the power and cabin got really cold. We left the cabin one day early. I do not recommend this place during the winter.
Priya D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy B.
Sep 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, we would stay again
All positive. Two things, bring hangers there are none. What we considered the non master broom(small bath) had Two large bureaus , the master bedroom had two skimpy drawers
Nancy B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Laura B.
Aug 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Well maintained house
Property was very clean and we had everything we needed. Having a washer dryer was a plus. Beds were really comfortable. Large TVs in each bedroom and den. Having a covered back deck was really beneficial because there was an afternoon shower almost every day so we could sit outside and read. The other reviews talked about the steep driveway and they weren’t kidding! I have been to many mountain homes and this was definitely steep. Do-able, but steep. Enjoyed the week!
Laura B.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sawa H.
Jul 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
It was nice property, we liked to inside decor represent mountains look. Nice neighborhood.