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High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains!

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A living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a television.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, and a white refrigerator.
A snow-covered deck with Adirondack chairs and a view of a snowy landscape.
A wooden house with a porch and a bridge leading to it.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Beech Mountain, NC
  • Place, Buckeye Recreational Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Land of Oz
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Banner Elk

Banner Elk is home to this holiday home. Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar 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. Land of Oz and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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Beech Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Buckeye Recreational Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Land of Oz - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lees-McRae College - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • The Greene - 13 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪First Chair Coffe Shop - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! ?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$2,068, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is High country retreat in the heart of the North Carolina mountains! located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Buckeye Recreational Center and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Beech Mountain Resort. Land of Oz is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, really cozy and super close to the resort! Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! The house has everything to make you feel comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

It is a great home, close to Skiing and restaurants, I love the room and scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The fall colors were great. We enjoyed the nearby trails and the view from the balcony. The house has everything you need, spacious and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2025
Hi Galina, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Your picture is great, the fall colors are amazing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Home was very nice with everything you need! Short drive to ski slopes and shopping. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beech Mountain Vacation

We enjoyed our family ski trip to Beech Mountain, even though it was a very busy weekend for the area. The house was great place for family to enjoy a weekend in the beautiful smokey mountains. We are looking forward to our next trip there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beech Mountain 2025

First off, I would like to start out with the hosts. They truly go above and beyond to make sure you have the best stay. Safety is their main concern, and amazing communication. You have everything you need to sit back and enjoy the beautiful view. Definitely give this spot a 10 out of 10, and we will be back. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

We are from Alabama and wanted to see snow. Well, Beech Mountain delivered! The house was very clean and well maintained and provided a comfortable place for my family to gather and enjoy the spectacular view. With four bedrooms and three baths, we had plenty of room. The house was well stocked and exactly as advertised. Dan was the perfect host! We needed to check out at 11:00 on a Saturday; however, a small snow storm made leaving on time difficult and dangerous for us. Dan allowed us to say as long as we needed until we were comfortable leaving. In addition, he communicated with us the entire stay when questions would arise and even helped us get off the mountain when our vehicles couldn't make the climb. I really can't say enough good things about the house and our host!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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