Located within a leisurely stroll of Sugar Mountain Resort, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Appalachian State University - 32 min drive - 17.2 miles
Tweetsie Railroad - 38 min drive - 28.6 miles
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 80 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Town Tavern of Banner Elk - 12 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 11 min drive
Blink Elk Tap Room - 11 min drive
Puerto Nuevo - 6 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.
Enchanting mountainside home with 2 decks and forested views
Twin Björn
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High up on Sugar Mountain in the gorgeous North Carolina countryside, you'll find this beautiful custom home with elegance and style simply loaded with fine features and amenities. Enormous decks with sweeping views on both levels of the house allow for ultimate relaxation, including a grilling area. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the golf, skiing, hiking, and activities available nearby. Sugar Mountain Resort and Sugar Mountain Public Golf Course are less than two miles away! The Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster are within three miles of your stay. Feel away from it all on the mountainside, but still be conveniently close to local eateries, shopping, arts, entertainment, and an array of family-friendly attractions.
Upon entry, you'll be met with a bright interior and a warm feeling of welcome throughout the space. Vaulted ceilings, open lofts, and stylish decor create an inviting atmosphere. Gather on the plush furniture to carry on a great conversation, curl up by the stone fireplace with a good book, or take in a movie on the large TV mounted on the mantle. Prepare grand meals and on-the-go snacks in the full kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances and a floating island breakfast bar. Ample meal prep space and a stunning dining table make sharing a meal with your loved ones a breeze.
The bedrooms are comfortable and spacious, serving as a relaxing retreat after a day of exploring. Get a restful night's sleep from the day's activities in the main suite, which boasts a fantastic second-story view and a lovely en suite bathroom. Head down to the basement where you'll find two additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and a game room. Featuring a pool table, foosball, and an arcade video game system with over 30,000 games, the game room has endless options for fun and entertainment!
A stackable washer/dryer, WiFi, and central heating and air-conditioning round out this home's wonderful amenities. Make memories that'll last a lifetime here in gorgeous North Carolina!
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. For little guests, a Pack N Play is provided. This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
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 vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Optional golf privileges
Optional ski privileges
Birdwatching 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
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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
Unit size: 3,115 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
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
89811
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Banner Elk within a short 6-minute walk of Sugar Mountain Resort. You'll also find Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Enchanting mountainside home with 2 decks and forested views a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.
Are there hot tubs at Enchanting mountainside home with 2 decks and forested views?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Enchanting mountainside home with 2 decks and forested views?
Yes, every accommodation at Enchanting mountainside home with 2 decks and forested views comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.
Enchanting mountainside home with 2 decks and forested views Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 40 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 40 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 40 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Skylar A.
Mar 12, 2026
Skylar A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Sue F., Lakeland, TN
Mar 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The home is lovely and accommodates a lot of people. The driveway is STEEP and the house is at the end! Even rain made our tires spin! Lovely great room, open kitchen area. Well stocked kitchen. Our biggest disappointment was the hot tub was broken! They did compensate us. Some deferred maintenance but they have a new property manager and I think that will take care of it! Enjoyed skating and skiing. Good places to eat nearby. Enjoyed the alpine roller coaster just up the road. First time skiers had a blast!
Sue F.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Mar 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Arrived just after 4 pm check in time and cleaning crew was still cleaning and told us we had to wait outside until they finished. It was snowing heavily and we had 4 children with us. I found this extremely unexceptible. We sat in our cars after a 6 hour drive in a snow storm waiting fo them to finish cleaning the house.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
jessica m.
Feb 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
jessica m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
6/10 Okay
Kaitlyn L.
Jan 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, we left disappointed - it was not a bad stay, but with better communication from the host, our stay could have been significantly better. The house is good and location is great. Very close to sugar mountain, cute cabin with plenty of room. However, there is very little communication from the host - which was the biggest frustration for us. Upon arrival, there are not clear instructions for getting into the home. The instructions indicate there is a keypad on the door, but there is actually a lockbox that you have to search for, with physical keys. There are no instructions on how to use the stovetop, which is not self explanatory . The hot tub was not working. I had no idea how to use it or turn it on, as there are no instructions or visible power switch and the front panel with the buttons was not on. It did not look well maintained. I reached out to the host via Vrbo and through Vacasa directly & received no response. I reached out the again next day and spoke with someone , that told me, very unenthusiastically, that they would put in a ticket for that day for someone to come out . I specifically asked if I would hear from someone that day, and was told that I would. However, again, I never heard back. Due to this, we were unable to use the hot tub during our stay. There were no kitchen towels or toiletries in the bathrooms. Due to how cold the outdoor temps were, we were unable to use the basement bunk room as there is no central heating in basement.
Kaitlyn L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Laura N.
Jan 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time and the house was just as described. The driveway is very steep and people should be warned that they at least need all wheel drive to get out in the winter time.
Laura N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Richard A.
Nov 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cozy
Richard A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel S.
Oct 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Geat property with awsome views. Other than some hot tub issues everything was pertect. Parking was a little tricky (steep driveway) but we managed fine.
Daniel S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
4/10 Poor
Yulia K.
Sep 28, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was not as expected The house was very dirty outside and inside. The dishes in the kitchen, skillets and pots were very oily and not cleaned. Spider webs, and lots of leaves on the porch. On the second floor clogged sink. The sitting benches in dining room were stained. The ground floor had very bad mouldy smell. The couches had crumps on them. Just overall not very pleasant. We had guests and it wasn’t a nice experience. House needs some deep cleaning and some love.
Yulia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julian J.
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was as advertised, thank you to the reviews for telling us how steep the driveway was so we weren’t surprised. The space and amenities we needed. Excellent customer service. Any question or request I had was answered in a timely manner.
Julian J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shay H.
Sep 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fantastic. The space was very accommodating for our group. We would certainly book again. The space is very open and great to feel apart of a group the entire time. There was also enough space to separate out into smaller groups for games and relaxing. The hot tub was perfect. Clean and cozy. The beds were comfortable. We wish there had been more trash bags provided as there was only what was in the trash can and we hadn’t considered having to bring our own. There was also enough towels for us by basically the exact number. It would have been nice to have had more since there was a hot tub.
Shay H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wes P.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wes P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eleanore W.
Jun 29, 2025
Eleanore W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Dawn A., Inman,SC
Jan 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good house
The oven was replaced with a new induction type and there were no pits to use at the house. It only used a certain type of pot and there aren’t any there.
Dawn A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Patty N.
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
Numerous issues make this a “No stay” location in the future.1. No ice melt provided for a steep driveway. Even if an extra charge it should have been available for the guests.2. Kitchen stove was apparently and inductive system so only 2 small pans and 1 pot would work. And no instructions provided about how to adjust if it was possible3. Game room was a disaster even though the pictures looked great. All pool sticks were broken so playing pool was near impossible. The video game system was not intuitive to figure out(again no instructions).4 the main floor sound bar did not work so all TV had to be watched without the sound bar. It was useable but again, not as advertised5. The main floor fireplace was not intuitive to use. Took a while to figure it out.6. The pictures of the driveway are grossly misleading…this is a very steep driveway so be aware7. The wi-fi never worked!!!Many if these issues could be alleviated with some form of welcome book with instructions.For the amount charged, this was a disappointing stay and not a good value for the money. It is apparent no one lives in this house when not rented as many of these items would be observed by someone that stayed for an awhile.
Patty N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah F.
Dec 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fall trip
Very nice cabin for a long weekend with friends. The hot tub was the perfect way to wrap up a day of hiking. Very spacious! The hotel style toiletries is a very nice touch.
Sarah F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Charlie K.
Sep 5, 2024
Sugar high
Great location and property. Housekeeping and property manager needs to up their game making sure all areas are clean and all amenities are operational.
Charlie K.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adam H.
Aug 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Adam H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Papa Joe H.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
House was great but …
The house and location was great with a few maintenance issues with help from the property manager except, “we will send someone over to check it”. The main bathroom facing the front door didn’t lock, which was an issue with four children under 9. The kitchen sink facet was made to stretch around like it was on a spring. The clamp to hold it in place was broken. We finally had to tie it with a string. We wrote a note to the property manager shortly after we arrived and talked with them twice. It was never fixed. The bathroom lock turned out to be a real issue to the point of adults not being able to use it. Again, let me say again, the house itself was great.
Papa Joe H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tina H.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for extended family
We had family come from all over NC and central TN to hike Grandfather Mountain at my 74-year-old aunt’s request—she wanted to do it one more time. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate (it rained much of the weekend). But we had a great time. The house was large enough to spread out, the kitchen table was perfect for playing cards, the game room was a big hit, and the hot tub was so relaxing. My 2 year-old grandson loved the giant legos! The house was clean and had what we needed. The only issues we ran into were with the large coffee pot (the water wouldn’t drip into the carafe whe using the plastic basket), the kitchen faucet (the magnet that holds the faucet in the holder appears to be gone, we tied it in place), and the lock to release the deadbolt wouldn’t work when we tried to lock the front door at checkout. After a quick call to Vacasa we were able to get the key from the lockbox and lock the door. All in all, these were only minor inconveniences and we had a great time!
Tina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for the Highland Games
Lovely home. We had a group of 8 family members. The house was spacious, comfortable, and met our needs well. It was very clean and as expected from the information provided in advance.
Sarah W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda S., Raleigh BC
Apr 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sugar Mountain Getaway
Beautiful and spacious home in a lovely setting. Plenty of places for eight of us to be together or spend some quiet time alone. Would have liked to have more patio furniture for us to sit outside and more bath soap or bath and hand soap
Linda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
4/10 Poor
Jeffrey M.
Apr 1, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Seeking a deep clean
House cleaners need to step up their game. We found beer bottles drink glasses, un emptied garbage, pack of cigarettes, dryer had all the towels in it. House smelled like cat. Coffee maker had the wrong size crate so coffee made a mess garbage disposal didn't work. Master bath and master bedroom dirt on the high apex of the ceilings
Jeffrey M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Monica N.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Loved loved loved this house
Monica N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Matthew M.
Feb 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Cabin
Great home and very close to the mountain. The driveway was very steep so we got stuck at the house for a few hours when the driveway froze. Other than that we loved the home and the space.