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Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space

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Only minutes to Sugar Mountain Ski
Front Porch---Wooded Mountain View
Front Porch Rocking
Living Room---Cozy Fireplace and Television
Kitchen---Granite Counter-tops, Stainless Steel

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Lees-McRae College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Room- upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom- main floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom- main floor

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space

Bed Configuration:  Queen (Primary Bedroom, Main Floor), Queen (Guest Bedroom, Upstairs Open Loft), Sleeps 4

Description: Located just minutes from Sugar Mountain, the Sugar Shack is a delightful mountain log cabin nestled in the heart of Banner Elk. This charming home features two bedrooms and one bath, comfortably accommodating up to four guests.

Step inside to discover a spacious, open living room and kitchen with vaulted ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. After a day of skiing, unwind by the cozy gas logs or prepare a delicious meal in the well-appointed kitchen. The adjoining dining room offers ample seating and classic mountain decor, providing the perfect setting for family dinners or game nights with loved ones.

Retreat to one of the two queen-size beds for a peaceful night's sleep—one located in the main floor primary bedroom and the other in the open loft upstairs. Outside, two covered porch areas beckon with rocking chairs, a porch swing, and a dining table, inviting you to soak in the spectacular mountain scenery and fresh air. An additional table and chairs on an open patio, adorned with hanging lights, create a magical outdoor ambiance for unforgettable evenings under the stars.

Location: This log cabin is located in the heart of Banner Elk, just minutes from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and only 10-15 minutes to Boone and Valle Crucis and approximately 30 minutes to Blowing Rock. The convenient location makes it just minutes away from all the High Country’s most famous attractions such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and Caverns, and Appalachian State University.  If you are looking for winter sports there are several different options from Hawksnest Snow Tubing, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, Beech Mountain Ski Resort, and Appalachian Ski Resort. Relax and enjoy the slow pace of the mountains and the fresh air or be adventurous and go hiking, fishing, biking, or sight-seeing. Some other things people enjoy are shopping, antiquing, skiing, golfing and miniature golfing, ziplining, go-karts, and gem mining.

TV Source: Smart TV's, No Cable 

Please Remember: 

No Smoking 

No Pets

4-Wheel Drive Recommended in Winter Months 

Ring doorbell camera at cabin entrance (No Audio)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3136977vb
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Banner Elk

Banner Elk is home to this cabin. 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 and Pisgah National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Appalachian State University - 29 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space on 17 June 2026 start from NZ$386, 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.

What time is check-in at Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack - Mountain Cabin, Gas Logs, Outdoor Space located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this cabin is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Lees-McRae College and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort. Banner House Museum and Tate-Evans Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute house, great location. A hair dryer would have been convenient, and the fireplace wouldn't work. Otherwise a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. We’ll address the issues you mentioned. Have a wonderful day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeadine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway for our family of three. Our son loved the space outside (it snowed lightly the whole time) and the cabin had all the essentials for the extended weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear your family enjoyed your stay and you were able to have a touch of winter weather. We would love to have you visit with us again if you are back in the High Country!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything exactly as advertised, clean, and very convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great! Minutes from Sugar Mountain. Also, we came home one evening and we had deer in our front yard. Overall, a great stay!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the location and the unique wildlife experience. We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean cabin in great location close to many special fall activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2025
Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Shack! We would love to have you visit with us again if you are back in the High Country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and easily accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blythe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love this place! We felt right at home. Beautiful!
Front Porch view
Front Porch view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you felt at home. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all our guests. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views from front porch. Amazing space and easy checkin/checkout process. Will look at booking again if in the are
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2025
Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to have you back again if your are in the High Country!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2025
Thank you for your review, we would love to have you visit with us again if you are back in the High Country!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Slater D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had one small issue which you guys handled quietly and quickly.The location was quiet and close to everything we wanted.I would suggest removing the strings of lights on the front porch. They light up the inside all night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the location. We'll consider your suggestion about the porch lights. We appreciate your understanding and hope you had a great stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Thank you for your review! We would love to have you visit with us again if you are back in the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn R.

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

Cabin Life

Cute cabin in a great location! Close to a wide variety of things to do and places to go! Lovely outdoor and indoor living spaces! The front porch has a swing and it was relaxing! Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Shack. We would love to have you visit with us again if you are back in the High Country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

Weekend trip

Great quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2023
Thank you for your review, we are happy you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack. Please visit with us again if you are in the High Country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Good location

We enjoyed our stay. Good location. Property was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2023
We are happy you enjoyed your stay at Sugar Shack! Visit with us again if you are in the High Country.
Verified

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Mnt getaway

Great location:
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2023
Thank you! Please visit with us again if you are visiting the High Country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Great Cabin

Great location right between Sugar Mountain and Banner Elk! Very Clean and it was perfect for our weekend trip. There was a great view of Grandfather Mountain right off of the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2023
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit at Sugar Shack. Please visit with us again if you are back in the High Country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee T.

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

Great location!

We couldn't have asked for a better location. The house is so close to the Wilderness Alpine Coaster, Gem Mining, downtown Boone - and our main event The Land of OZ. I think this is the perfect for a family with 1-2 small children, or 2 adults. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Shack and were able to visit the Land of Oz with your family. We would love to have you visit with us again if you are visiting the High Country!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Charming Cabin

A great little cabin that had a great view from the porch. Everything you would need was provided, and it was immaculately clean and comfortable. It was also close to Boone and Blowing Rock and many wonderful hiking trails.
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you for your kind review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Shack! Please visit with us again if you are back in the High Country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen M.

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

Super Great Stay

We have been traveling for approximately 18 months and have stayed at numerous locations both in the US and abroad. This stay was by far the best. The owner was responsive and Foscoe management provided outstanding service and support. Very proactive and quick. We will definitely be staying at the Sugar Shack and/or use properties managed by Foscoe again. Thank you so much for providing a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2024
Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Shack! We look forward to having you visit with us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

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

Excellent

All good. Recommend highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2023
Thank you for your review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great comfy little place. Great Location. Observations:- Bed Sheets: fitted sheet not exactly, prob need new.- Bath Towels: prob need new, had a mildew smell.- Shower Curtain: same as towels- Ironing board was damaged (legs) as if someone tried to close at some point and didn’t understand how to and tried to force close.Door side glass: every other door/window had blinds but this one, negates complete privacy especially at the entry way and having neighbors up and next door.Exterior French doors: Needs to be fixed for security measures. Can just push open from the outside with little force.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cynthia K. F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
While the cabin itself was exactly as described, we chose it exclusively for the gas fireplace! We visited on an extremely cold weekend complete with snow! The fireplace worked the evening we arrived and ran out of gas the following morning. Assuming making sure the propane tank will accommodate a three night, four day stay would be the responsibility of the management company. However, the owners were allegedly notified, but we haven’t heard anything from them either. Minimal utensils (only 4 forks total) and the shower curtain was missing three of the hooks, enabling it to be closed so you had to hold it closed while trying to shower so as not to soak the floor.This could be an awesome place to stay, but the lack of attention to detail is why we give it 2 stars.I always hesitate to give a negative review, but if they don’t know the truth, they can’t fix the problem. We were very disappointed with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your honesty and are very sorry that your stay did not meet expectations—especially during such a cold weekend when the fireplace should have been a reliable comfort. We sincerely apologize for the propane running out and for the lack of follow-up communication. That is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating that must have been. We are reviewing our procedures to ensure propane levels are checked before every stay and that guest concerns are addressed promptly. We also regret the oversights with the kitchen utensils and the shower curtain hooks. These are important details, and your comments have helped bring them to our immediate attention so they can be corrected. We’re glad to hear you felt the cabin itself had great potential, and we’re committed to improving these areas so future guests can fully enjoy their stay. Thank you again for your feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Cozy cabin- Highly recommend

This cabin was exactly as described. So cute and comfy. The location-fantastic. Easy access to both Sugar, Grandfather, and Beech Mountains. Awesome points- Fireplace was easy to work and with our FL family, my kids wanted it on nearly every moment we were in the house. The porch was great with gorgeous views. The kitchen had nearly everything we needed and it was very clean and easy to use. The linens were really comfy and so were the beds. The door lock was easy to operate. The loft was adorable. Ceiling height was a bit of a challenge for my 6'2" teenager but short folks would not have an issue. Haha. Points to note if you book- the entrance to the street is basically a secret passage through the woods. Nearly hidden in the dark when we arrived. When the lights are out, the cabin is difficult to locate so if you can arrive while the sun is up, do so. We found it after a few minutes and my minivan didnt have an issue getting up the driveway. Had it been snowy that might have different. There wasnt a cookie sheet in the cabin so making quick frozen things like chicken nuggets for the kids took creativity but that could be easily remedied. There is not a lot of insulation between the loft and the downstairs bedroom so privacy between the two bedrooms should not be expected. Its not a problem, just something to note. All these things are minor and we would definitely rent this cabin again and recommend it for others!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2023
Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Sugar Shack! We would love to have you visit with us again if you are visiting the High Country again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Czerny C.

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

Wonderful cabin at a great location!

We truly loved our stay at this cabin at Banner Elk. The cabin itself is both cozy and picturesque. It was the perfect place to stay in with family during a snowstorm. There’s enough space to play board games as well as read books by the fire. It is also located centrally. It took us only about 5 minutes to drive to Sugar Mountain Resort to ski and the restaurants and ski rentals are also a few minutes away. All in all, a lovely stay and would definitely rent again in the future. We gave the check-in process a 4 because it was difficult to find the cabin if arriving at dark, but this could easily be remedied by leaving some lights on on arrival day. Foscoe Rentals was easy to work with - they provided plenty of information for a smooth check in and check out and it was easy to reach them when we had a question.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Sugar Mountain Sugar Shack and were able to enjoy some winter weather! Thank you for letting us know about the lighting, we will make sure we leave a light on for future guests! We would love to have you visit with us again. Hope you have a great New Year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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