Mountainside Family Retreat w/ Deck in Banner Elk!
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10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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Bedroom 1
1 King
Bedroom 2
1 King
Bedroom 3
1 King
Bedroom 4
2 Doubles, 2 Singles
Capture the essence of mountain living at this spacious Valle Crucis retreat that’s centrally located between Boone and Banner Elk. This well-appointed 4-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental sits on 10 acres for a relaxing North Carolina escape. Noteworthy design elements include cathedral ceilings, 2 balconies with scenic views, and a stone fireplace in the heart of the home. After a day of outdoor fun, gather inside for a movie night or cozy up around the fire pit for an evening under the stars.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Stone Fireplace | 10 Acres of Land | 8 Mi to Blue Ridge Parkway
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 4 (Bunk Room): 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, board games, laptop-friendly work area, family dining table, cathedral ceiling w/ exposed beams, wall of windows, custom furniture
OUTDOOR LIVING: Mountain views, fire pit w/ Adirondack chairs, gas grill, Traeger smoker, 2 covered balconies w/ patio furniture
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, microwave, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, toaster oven, breakfast bar, spices, garbage disposal
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, central air conditioning & heating, ceiling fans, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, keyless entry
SUITABILITY: 9 steps required to access, 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms on main level
FAQ: No pets due to homeowner’s allergies, 2 exterior security cameras (facing driveway), AWD recommended at all times (especially during the winter)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
ATTRACTIONS: Appalachian State University (5.3 miles), Moses H. Cone Memorial Park (8.7 miles), Tweetsie Railroad (9.5 miles), Mystery Hill (9.9 miles), Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine (12.4 miles), Mile High Swinging Bridge (17.6 miles)
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Blue Ridge Parkway (8.0 miles), Otter Falls Trail (8.1 miles), Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park (9.4 miles), The Blowing Rock (9.7 miles), Julian Price Memorial Park (11.1 miles), MacRae Meadows (15.2 miles), Grandfather Mountain State Park (15.4 miles)
SHOPPING: Boone Mall (6.0 miles), Watauga Village Shopping Center (6.9 miles), Tanger Outlets Blowing Rock (12.5 miles)
SEASONAL WINTER ACTIVITIES: Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline (9.3 miles), Appalachian Ski Mtn. (10.3 miles), Sugar Mountain Resort (11.1 miles), Beech Mountain Ski Resort (18.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Tri-Cities Airport (65.2 miles), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (100 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed due to the homeowner’s severe allergies. Please include any questions regarding ADA-certified service animals prior to booking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 9 steps to enter. There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms located on the main level, but an internal flight of stairs is required to access the downstairs bedrooms and bathroom
- NOTE: A well-maintained gravel road leads to this property. AWD is recommended at all times, especially during the winter
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 external security cameras. Both cameras are located on the front of the house facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video but do not record sound
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Parking Available
Dishwasher
Kitchenware
Fireplace
Mountain view
Private entrance
Shower
Bath or shower
Bathtub
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Free toiletries
Towels
Linens
Fan
Desk
Accessible by stairs only
Hairdryer
Contactless check-in/out
Carbon monoxide detector
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Our family of eight had a wonderful time at Mountainside Retreat. The location was perfect for us - close to Boone and a short drive to Valle Crucis and Banner Elk. Our host was welcoming (with a nice gift basket of treats). The views were beautiful and we even had a full moon on our last night. The kitchen was lovely and the seating area was perfect for relaxing in front of the fireplace, watching movies and game night. The older grandkids (6 and 8) loved the bunk room. We made sure to keep our eye on the kids on the deck, as the home is built into the mountain and the main level deck is very high.
Having a car with AWD definitely made a difference since the gravel road is steep in some places. That said, we made the drive up and down the mountain each day, and we felt it was worth it for the view and seclusion! All in all, we had a wonderful time and made some great family memories!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
The house was beautiful and just like the photos. It was well maintained and we had everything we needed. Wonderful mountain view from the deck and large windows. Host was helpful and responsive.
The 3/4 of a mile drive up the steep and winding one-way gravel road was an experience! If you came face-to-face with a car coming the opposite direction someone had to back up to the nearest driveway. I would agree with the description that an AWD/4WD is highly recommended!
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FAQs
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mountainside Family Retreat w/ Deck in Banner Elk!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Mountainside Family Retreat w/ Deck in Banner Elk! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Mountainside Family Retreat w/ Deck in Banner Elk!?
We found 30 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, non-smoking, and tv.
