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SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16

Vacation home in Banner Elk with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 184000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Lees-McRae College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Elk Statue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Land of Oz
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tate-Evans Park and The Greene. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • The Greene - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Elk Statue - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Tate-Evans Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Land of Oz - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬5 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.

SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16

Relax and enjoy everything this beautiful home has to offer. The Ruskamp Retreat is a spacious mountain retreat with plenty of room for everyone. There is plenty of space and activities to entertain your whole family. Ruskamp retreat is only 2 miles to downtown Banner Elk, giving access to specialty shopping, restaurants, and more. This property is also located just 3 miles from Beech Mountain resort and 5 miles to Sugar Mountain Resort.


This home has plenty of space for families or large groups. The interior of this home has been recently remodeled and updated and features a cozy combination of wood and stone with granite and hardwood floors through out . There are smart televisions in every room and even in a bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of wi fi, gas grill, and a fully accessorized kitchen.

The main floor has three bedrooms. The master is private and comfortable with a king size bed and a en suite bathroom that features double sinks and a walk in shower. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed and is next to a full bathroom. The third bedroom has a full futon bunk bed with a twin on top.

In the basement there is theater seating with a large screen television. There is a bar area with a pool table. There are two bedrooms that share a bathroom, the bathroom has double sinks, a walk in shower and a jacuzzi tub with a television. Each of the bedrooms in the basement have queen sized beds and twin sized bunk beds. Ruskamp has plenty of parking on the main level as well as the lower level for easier access to the basement.

The activities in the area are endless. You could ski or snowboard, ice skate, tubing or sledding in the winter. In the summer you could trout fish, hike to waterfalls or stunning views, golf, gem mining, or just enjoy the beautiful weather. And of course there is always the wonderful winery"s to visit year round.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Spelunking 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
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

Rules

Pets are not allowed. Please don't bring your pet. $500 charge for pets on property.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
#1139879 Kastlerock our property on the same road

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: #1139879 Kastlerock our property on the same road
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 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: 5:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25.
  • Note from host: #1139879 Kastlerock our property on the same road
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Welcome Ruskamp Retreat Beech Mountain House Banner Elk
Welcome Ruskamp Retreat Beech Mountain House
Welcome Ruskamp Retreat Beech Mountain Banner Elk
Welcome Ruskamp Retreat Beech Mountain
Welcome Ruskamp Retreat Beech
Welcome to Ruskamp Retreat on Beech Mountain Banner Elk

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Banner Elk, close to Sugar Mountain Resort, Beech Mountain Resort, and Hawksnest Tubing Park. You'll also find Land of Oz and Banner Elk Winery within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 ?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 ?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

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?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 ?

Yes, every accommodation at SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.