House in Watauga, NC
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this house rental
Welcome to Lookout Lodge! This beautiful, recently updated, mountain home nestled between Banner Elk and Valle Crucis is a wonderful choice for your next mountain getaway!
With everything situated on one level and just 3 steps to enter, this is an ideal home for guests with mobility concerns. All doorways are 36" wide and the two showers are zero entry. The open great room features vaulted tongue & groove ceilings, a gas fireplace, a 65” TV offering the highest cable package available, cozy leather furnishings, and deck access. The leather sofa situated at the TV is also a queen sleeper sofa. The space flows into the kitchen with unique concrete and recycled glass counters, stainless steel appliances, and dining table for 8 with room for 2 more at the kitchen island.
Lookout Lodge offers three beautiful King bedrooms, each with a full bath attached. Off of the kitchen is the laundry center, a half bath. Next to that is the game room. Here you can catch the game on the 85" TV while lounging on the large sectional with queen sleeper sofa. During halftime, shoot a round of pool or make some snacks over at the fridge and microwave. This fun room also offers two sets of XL Twin over Twin bunks.
Step outside onto the deck and let the stunning mountain views renew your soul. Grill up a feast on the Weber gas grill, kick back in the hot tub, or simply sit a spell at the patio table and enjoy the cool mountain air. Kids and pets can safely play outside in the fenced yard, and after dark everyone will enjoy roasting marshmallows and telling stories by the outdoor firepit.
During winter, you won't find a more convenient location for ski and snowboarding fun. The cabin is located just off Hwy 194 between Banner Elk and Valle Crucis, just 10 minutes from downtown Banner Elk and all its shopping and dining. Historic Valle Crucis is 15 minutes away, and Boone and Blowing Rock are just a short drive further. Guests with electric vehicles can enjoy the new EV charger at the property!
With all that this beautiful cabin has to offer both inside and out you are sure to find something to love at Lookout Lodge!
Important Information
- 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.
- Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am.
- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night.
- A maximum of 3 vehicles are permitted at the property. Please do not park vehicles on the street or anywhere other than in the driveway of the property. RVs and trailers are not permitted due to neighborhood bylaws.
- 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, a couple 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 for you.
- Dogs are welcome for an additional rent of $25/night per pet. Maximum of 2 mature, well-trained dogs only. No aggressive breeds; ask if unsure.
- Please observe a quiet hour of 10PM as there are full time residents nearby.
- The driveway is flat, but the last 1/4 mile of the road is uphill and gravel. It is plowed in winter, but 4WD/AWD vehicles and potentially chains are required during times of snow or ice.
- Check in is after 4pm and check out is by 10am
- 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.
CANCELLATION POLICY -
Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit.
Bookings canceled within 30 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.
NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198
With everything situated on one level and just 3 steps to enter, this is an ideal home for guests with mobility concerns. All doorways are 36" wide and the two showers are zero entry. The open great room features vaulted tongue & groove ceilings, a gas fireplace, a 65” TV offering the highest cable package available, cozy leather furnishings, and deck access. The leather sofa situated at the TV is also a queen sleeper sofa. The space flows into the kitchen with unique concrete and recycled glass counters, stainless steel appliances, and dining table for 8 with room for 2 more at the kitchen island.
Lookout Lodge offers three beautiful King bedrooms, each with a full bath attached. Off of the kitchen is the laundry center, a half bath. Next to that is the game room. Here you can catch the game on the 85" TV while lounging on the large sectional with queen sleeper sofa. During halftime, shoot a round of pool or make some snacks over at the fridge and microwave. This fun room also offers two sets of XL Twin over Twin bunks.
Step outside onto the deck and let the stunning mountain views renew your soul. Grill up a feast on the Weber gas grill, kick back in the hot tub, or simply sit a spell at the patio table and enjoy the cool mountain air. Kids and pets can safely play outside in the fenced yard, and after dark everyone will enjoy roasting marshmallows and telling stories by the outdoor firepit.
During winter, you won't find a more convenient location for ski and snowboarding fun. The cabin is located just off Hwy 194 between Banner Elk and Valle Crucis, just 10 minutes from downtown Banner Elk and all its shopping and dining. Historic Valle Crucis is 15 minutes away, and Boone and Blowing Rock are just a short drive further. Guests with electric vehicles can enjoy the new EV charger at the property!
With all that this beautiful cabin has to offer both inside and out you are sure to find something to love at Lookout Lodge!
Important Information
- 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.
- Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am.
- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night.
- A maximum of 3 vehicles are permitted at the property. Please do not park vehicles on the street or anywhere other than in the driveway of the property. RVs and trailers are not permitted due to neighborhood bylaws.
- 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, a couple 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 for you.
- Dogs are welcome for an additional rent of $25/night per pet. Maximum of 2 mature, well-trained dogs only. No aggressive breeds; ask if unsure.
- Please observe a quiet hour of 10PM as there are full time residents nearby.
- The driveway is flat, but the last 1/4 mile of the road is uphill and gravel. It is plowed in winter, but 4WD/AWD vehicles and potentially chains are required during times of snow or ice.
- Check in is after 4pm and check out is by 10am
- 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.
CANCELLATION POLICY -
Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit.
Bookings canceled within 30 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.
NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198
Amenities at Lookout Lodge - Pet Friendly, Views, Hot Tub, & Pool Table! Updated 1-Level Home Near Banner Elk!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Watauga, NC
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Host was welcoming! Everything as pictured. Very roomy and lots of space to hang out. Very clean and will definately be back! Loved the fenced back yard.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2024
Beautiful home with ample space for the two of us and our dog. Absolutely loved the back deck and the view. The fenced yard was a great bonus for Lucy, our dog; she was convinced there was something under the deck. Banner Elk was a great place to find places to eat and Grandfather Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway were close by.
8 / 10Excellent·May 2024
The house was great and had enough room for everyone. The only thing that would have been better is the house being cleaner upon arrival. Three comforters in the house had stains and looked dirty after inspecting them. The hot tub cover was falling apart and this led to the hot tub having a lot of tree debris lingering in it. The outdoor furniture did not look like it had been cleaned before we arrived (which I understand is outside, but the tree debris on the furniture looked old). In the bathroom, I was pretty disgusted to find a used band-aid lying in the center of the drain after taking a shower. The grass had not been cut prior to our arrival and it was long. Additionally, the bushes along the front walkway were overgrown and needed to be trimmed (they were covering the sidewalk so we had to walk in the grass). The pool table was pretty dirty as well, it needed a good brushing before we arrived. The cleaning could be a lot better and we were pretty disappointed in that. Overall, the house and the amenities were nice, but they definitely need to invest in some maintenance and upkeep and maybe more thorough inspections before releasing the house to their guests.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2024
We had a great time at the cabin. It was exactly what we hoped for when booking it.
It was clean, had a great view, and was close to snowboarding!
We had an issue with connecting to the Wi-Fi but communication was great and we got it resolved quickly.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(6 Ratings)
"Host was welcoming! Everything as pictured. Very roomy and lots of space to hang out. Very clean and will definately be back! Loved the fenced back yard."
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