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Cozy Mountain Retreat • Fireplace, Backyard Sledding, 5 Min to Ski Lodge

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Exterior
Property grounds
A cozy living space with a wood burning fireplace.
Updated kitchen with new appliances and and stocked with cooking essentials

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 695.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Grandfather Mountain
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Twin Beds

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Mountain Retreat • Fireplace, Backyard Sledding, 5 Min to Ski Lodge

Looking for a cozy mountain getaway? This sweet cottage sits atop Sugar Mountain in North Carolina’s beautiful High Country. Enjoy meals on the wrap-around deck and hang out by the fire pit at night.

It’s perfect for a romantic weekend or a relaxing trip with family and friends. You’re just 10 minutes from downtown Banner Elk and 20 minutes from Boone, with hiking trails, outdoor adventures, great restaurants, scenic vineyards, and awesome breweries nearby.

We love hosting families and friends at our cozy spot on Sugar Mountain! If you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re always happy to help.

KITCHEN:
Our kitchen’s ready for you — stocked with pots, pans, utensils, bowls, and more. You’ll find quartz countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances, and a 12-cup drip/Keurig coffee maker to kickstart your mornings. We also leave some cooking oils, basic spices, and coffee filters to get you started.

The dining table seats six, and there’s a pantry/closet to stash your dry goods.
Heads up: We don't have a garbage disposal, and the fridge doesn't have an automatic ice maker (but we do have ice trays!).

LIVING ROOM:
Get cozy by the wood-burning fireplace or kick back with your favorite shows on the smart TV (full cable package included). Feel free to log into your streaming accounts too!

BEDROOMS:
Our home has three comfy bedrooms:
1 queen bedroom downstairs with a dresser and closet
1 queen bedroom upstairs with a closet
1 twin bedroom upstairs with two twin beds (one is a pull-out trundle)

Each bedroom has USB charging stations, an Alexa device, and a BlueAir purifier for your comfort.

BATHROOMS:
Two full bathrooms:
Downstairs: tub/shower combo
Upstairs: walk-in shower

OUTDOOR SPACE:
Our house is tucked in the trees with a big yard — perfect for relaxing outdoors. Enjoy the partially covered wrap-around porch with plenty of seating, or head to the backyard to hang out around the fire pit or fire up the charcoal grill.

PETS:
We’re big animal lovers, but because of severe family allergies, we cannot allow any pets. Thanks for understanding.

LOCATION:
Cool Breeze Cottage is just 5 minutes from Sugar Mountain Resort! Whether it’s skiing, snowboarding, tubing, hiking, golf, tennis, or mountain biking — the adventure never ends.
Want to explore more? Beech Mountain Resort is just a 20-minute drive through Banner Elk!

Follow along on IG: @coolbreezecottage

A few important things to know before booking:

-No A/C: We're up at 4,600 feet where summer temps usually stay in the low-to-mid 70s. Each room has fans and windows to catch that fresh mountain breeze.

-Winter travel: 4WD or AWD is required during winter months.

-ID and Rental Agreement: After booking, we'll ask for a photo of your driver’s license and a signed rental agreement.

-Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance. We don't offer refunds due to illness, weather, or road conditions.

-Guest Limit: Max of 6 people (including kids) — no exceptions.

-No Smoking/Vaping: Anywhere on the property — indoors or outside.

-No Pets: Severe allergies mean we must strictly enforce a no-pet policy.

-Security: We have an outdoor security camera for everyone’s safety.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is child-friendly but not "child-proof"
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties or events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.
Upon booking, you will be required to upload a photo of your driver's license, list the guests traveling with you and agree to the house rules.
We do not refund due to sickness, weather, storms or road conditions; we highly recommend you purchase travel insurance. 4WD IS REQUIRED IN WINTER!
The max number of people allowed in the cottage at any time is 6, including children. We have installed an outdoor camera for security purposes.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Absolutely no parties or events.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Land of Oz - 22 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Valle De Bravo - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Mountain Retreat • Fireplace, Backyard Sledding, 5 Min to Ski Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Mountain Retreat • Fireplace, Backyard Sledding, 5 Min to Ski Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Mountain Retreat • Fireplace, Backyard Sledding, 5 Min to Ski Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Mountain Retreat • Fireplace, Backyard Sledding, 5 Min to Ski Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Sugar Mountain Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Linville River. Grandfather Mountain State Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Sara and Ted

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We’re a young family of four who love the outdoors and have a long history with these mountains. Our story started at on the Snowboard Team at Appalachian State, where we spent lots of time snowboarding at Sugar Mountain (back when the old yellow lift was still around!).

If you swing by Extreme at the base, tell them you're staying at the house of someone who helped win the "beer league" trophy behind the counter — we like to call it a major award.

Today, it’s been amazing to watch our kids fall in love with the same mountains we did. When we're not here, we’re soaking up the sun in Charleston, SC.

We hope Cool Breeze Cottage gives you the same feeling it gives us — a chance to slow down, recharge, and make great memories. Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

Why choose this property? It's all about skiing and snowboarding, exploring Appalachian State and Boone, hiking, fishing, gem mining, mountain biking, and soaking in the peace and quiet. Plus, enjoy local breweries and take a step back to unwind and spend quality time together.

Did I mention we live in Charleston, SC? When the Lowcountry heat index hits 110, that mid-70s August high at Sugar Mountain sounds absolutely perfect

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