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Mountain view cabin in Banner Elk near Sugar & Beech Mt

Cabin in Banner Elk with kitchen and patio

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A  guest took this one June evening.
Twilight in October from the pasture looking  back at the cabin
Enjoy our front porch!
Comfortable rocking chairs on the front porch to enjoy the sunset.
Our guests and friends hanging out on the front porch swing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
  • Place, Land of Oz
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Mountain view cabin in Banner Elk near Sugar & Beech Mt

Rustic mountain-top Lincoln-log styled cabin with great mountain views on 17 acres less than three miles from down-town Banner Elk close to Beech and Sugar Mountain. Please note that the large pond was damaged during the storm, and the dam is scheduled to be repaired in the spring of 2026, and as soon as it is completed, the pond will be restocked. There is a smaller pond on the other side of the bridge which has small fish.

This ten room SMOKE-FREE cabin includes four bedroom, two full bathrooms and is Lincoln Log style. The cabin is anything but rustic as the kitchen appliances are new, has internet access as well as free Wi-Fi. You can feel your blood pressure start to drop as you drive up the winding private landscaped driveway. We overlook the backside of Beech Mountain Ski resort and are only seven miles from the base of Sugar Mountain. The cabin sits is nestled on 17 secluded acres on top a mountain which overlooks a valley and horse pasture. A stream runs thru the property and has a pond with a dock. The house is near trout streams for the fly fishing enthusiast. If you don’t fish, relax in the magnificent sunroom and enjoy the panoramic mountain view, or enjoy sitting on the covered front porch in the rocking chairs and enjoy the mountain view while watching the hummingbirds, deer, turkey and other wildlife.

All of your guests will enjoy their privacy as the cabin has 2200 square feet of covered living area, ten rooms and comfortably sleeps eight. There is a bedroom on the ground floor which has a queen size bed. Upstairs, there are two master bedrooms with king size beds while the fourth has a trundle bed. It is perfect retreat to comfortably accommodate two families. There is a full bathroom on each floor. This cabin has Satellite TV in the living room, DVD in the sunroom and lots of special features including a ramp entry, custom wormy chestnut cabinetry, hardwood floors downstairs and carpeting upstairs, exposed beams, luxurious bath towels and linens, washer/dryer, a covered parking area and more. When the weather is cool, sit in the living room, enjoy the wood burning fireplace and toast marshmallows or sit in the sunroom and watch the colors of autumn unfold. There is a cabinet in the sunroom which is filled with board games, and there is a dollhouse which will delight the younger members of your group.

This is a perfect place for a “Workcation” as there is free WiFi, and two different areas where you can work but still enjoy the view. We do have an “extender” to enhance cell reception.

Escape the heat as this cabin is 4200 ft. above sea level and located in Banner Elk, which has the highest elevation of any city in the Southeast. We built this cabin to escape from the south Florida heat. Although this cabin does not have air conditioning, you will need blankets at night, and there are plenty of quilts in the cabin in which to wrap yourself. The sunroom and each bedroom has an overhead fan, and all of the windows have screens. We sleep with the windows open in the summer (but sometimes have to close them as it gets so cool. In the fall, the temperature starts to drop but not to worry as there is baseboard heat, and you can set the thermostat in each room to your liking.

There are lots of activities nearby including rafting, canoeing, snow skiing, fishing, rock climbing, zip lining, mountain biking, gem mining, and hiking. Pick blueberries and blackberries in season or pick apples or pears from the fruit trees on this unique property. Four-wheel drive, all wheel drive or chains (if you do not have four-wheel or all-wheel drive) are recommended and may be necessary if winter conditions exist. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!

Distances from the cabin to the following local attractions…

Base/Beech Mountain 2.6 miles
Banner Elk Downtown 2.9 miles
Base/Sugar Mountain 3.5 miles
Newland 5 miles
Grandfather Mountain 14 miles
Boone 20 miles



Keywords: Log Cabin, Lodge, Retreat, Mountain Home

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Sorry- no cats allowed, and there is a pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Traveler must have a conversation with the owner via Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking, and reserves the right to cancel any reservation.
After booking, The House Rules and a Contract will be forwarded to the guest and must be signed and returned with a copy of a Photo ID.

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Land of Oz - 14 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 14 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Banner Elk Winery - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 20 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elk River Pizza Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain view cabin in Banner Elk near Sugar & Beech Mt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Mountain view cabin in Banner Elk near Sugar & Beech Mt?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain view cabin in Banner Elk near Sugar & Beech Mt?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain view cabin in Banner Elk near Sugar & Beech Mt located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lees-McRae College and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Greene and Elk Statue. Tate-Evans Park and Flat Top Brewing Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 158 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was wonderful. Our dog loved watching the deer in the pasture. My husband is already wanting to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vew
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect. Plenty of space, rooms large, and the view spectacular. The front lawn, watching the deer in the field, sitting in the rockers on the front porch, making our family mini-vacation an incredibly fun time. Mary Frances was amazing to work with. Can't wait to plan our next vacation in this perfect location and cabin! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh r.

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

Nice getaway

Perfect xmas getaway for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

lisa g.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Small cabin on a prairie.

This is an old small cabin on a piece of land. No real Mountain View. Unfortunately the trout pond was still not working and the host was extremely helpful allowing us to depart early without penalty due to this. It was a warm time in Banner Elk and not having AC or window units made sleeping hard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderic F.

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

Ski Trip

This is a very special place, beautiful setting, rustic, yet modern. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

spring break 25 snowed in the mountains

its was great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

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

Beautiful getaway

Our family of 5 really enjoyed this property. It is obvious how much Mary Frances cares for this home and her guests. The house is close to many nearby attractions, but still secluded and peaceful with space for kids to run around and enjoy the fresh mountain air. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This magnificent cabin was the perfect getaway..the host /owner could not have been anymore pleasant and kind. Truly cared about our comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Paula r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I rented this sweet cabin for our anniversary trip. The cabin itself is just that - it’s a log cabin. It is not fancy. It is not new. But it is comfy and cozy with a feel of Grandma’s house. The front porch was where we spent most of our time watching the deer eat acorns and apples from the trees in the yard. The view from the porch is beautiful. The little red barn and the weathered fence added to the charm. I enjoyed the comfy back porch. There isn’t much of a view from there as the trees still had all their leaves. Even so, that porch is super cozy with all the over sized furniture. It was a great place to curl up with a book. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and there’s a kettle for tea, a drip coffee maker, a toaster, and a microwave. The fridge does not have an ice maker so plan ahead for ice. The gas grill is located under the carport around back. The washer and dryer are conveniently located in the basement. There is a rental lodge and a ‘treehouse’ to the left of this house that I did not realize was there prior to arrival. Just be aware that it is not shown in any of the photos. We did have a couple of little issues, one with a tv and a little cleaning issue but the host and the cleaning guy were both very prompt to reply. I have no complaints at all. It was a lovely stay and we look forward to a return visit. Mary Frances is a wonderful, considerate host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney T.

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

Cool Cabin to Escape Summer Heat

Perfect getaway cabin near Banner Elk, NC. Well furnished, clean, and welcoming. Great location from which to visit many interesting and beautiful sites, parkways, rivers, etc. Did I forget to mention cool evenings even during a heatwave across the South?
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Always an amazing stay

This home is always perfect! The owner communicates well and is flexible when able. The house is a great location close to everything and not a scary driveway lol. You will always see deer and its a peaceful retreat. We have stayed here 2x and will continue to book this place. We have an 18, 16, 15 14 year old kids and there was great space inside and out for them to enjoy their space as well. We played games in the sunroom and walked the property when not out doing things in town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate l.

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

Super cute cabin, great location!

Our family of 5 stayed here for a few nights over the holiday break and we had a ton of fun. 20 minutes to either Beech Mountain or Sugar Mountain and after a day on the slopes it was fun to come back to a spacious cozy cabin. The beds were super comfortable and our dog had a blast running around the yard. The driveway to get up is steep but once at the top the cabin sits on a big open property away from people and noise. Cabin had all the necessities, including a little Christmas tree. Big enough for a large family to get their space. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Perfect Getaway

This property was just what we needed! It is the perfect place to unplug and unwind; however, the house has incredible WiFi if you don’t want to unplug. The house was beautiful and extremely clean when we arrived and had everything we needed for the perfect long weekend. The homeowner was extremely attentive and checked to see if there was anything we needed and there wasn’t. Overall probably the best VRBO stay that we have ever had. The herds of deer on the property and the private trout pond made the stay even more special. I cannot say enough positive things about the homeowner or the house. We are definitely happy with the experience and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Hope Mills,NC

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

Comfortable, cozy and clean

Our part of eight stayed in this mountain cabin, which was perfect for our needs. It was private, so we did not have to worry about disturbing neighbors. It was very comfortable having four bedrooms and a separate large sun room over looking the Mountain View. Although we were gone during the daytime, we enjoyed sitting around the fireplace and making dinner at the cabin instead of eating out. Communication with the owner was very transparent . Would definitely suggest renting this cabin. Our group all agreed that we would come back if given the opportunity.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marty S.

Nice,quite place. We'll be back.

Great place to get away from the noise. I love the location and view. The house was very clean and well kept. Everything worked as it should and we really enjoyed having a walkout basement for our pet. Never had to bring pet upstairs at all. The only surprise to me being from SC was that the house had no Air Conditioning. With the cool mountain temperatures this is not uncommon and not really needed, just know that using fans in the windows make the house feel damp and humid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

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

Spacious cabin; easy to enjoy and share

My husband and I invited another couple to join us along with their daughters (2 & 11) and one of their moms. Such a great time! Between the enormous back room facing the woods, the front living room — with dear wandering past the window — and the big kitchen table, we could easily gather or find privacy. This cabin feels every bit like a beloved family vacation home. The bears had beat us to any fish in the pond, but the walk down to it is a gorgeous nature hike. Loved watching deer eat fallen pears below the tree in front of the house. We were in the area for the Land of Oz and didn’t find the drive back and forth to the mountain top overly daunting. I appreciated the laundry facilities as we were there five nights in the midst of a two-week road trip. Our host was quick and helpful in reply to my only on-site question, and was professional and attentive before and after our stay. I heartily recommend and would happily return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary Francis was an awesome host. The O’Malley cabin is a wonderful place to have a family get together and enjoy peace and quiet. We would come back again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

larry e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was amazing everything was up to par we saw over 30 deer some nice bucks and turkey easy in and out close to everything you need thank you so much for letting us stay in your cabin I would love to live there
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin on a mountain! Wooden rocking chairs and a porch swing made for great porch sitting. The beautiful scenery and extremely comfortable beds helped make this stay amazing. Fresh air from open windows at night was just what the doctor ordered. Driveway is a little bit of an adventure for motorcycles but still doable for advanced riders.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

A Relaxing Stay in The Mountains for the Family

Our family loved this spacious cabin!! The bedrooms were perfect, along with the front porch, especially the swing! The kitchen was well stocked! We saw hummingbirds on the red flowers, a friendly chipmunk, turkeys, and heard an owl hooting at night! We also LOVED all the milkweed in the field and even saw some Monarch butterflies! We loved the peaceful setting, and we hope to return in the future! The log cabin is beautiful! We stayed in the middle of the summer and so it got a little hot, so we were very grateful for the fans in the bedrooms! Thanks to the host for letting us stay in this wonderful cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAwn R.

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

Ski weekend!

The property was perfect for a weekend of skiing at Beech. The property was easily accessible and close to the slopes. The owner was very nice and easy to work with and she truly cared about the overall experience we had. Kitchen equipped for great meal preparation and home was clean with good sleeping accommodations. Overall the property felt safe and peaceful watching the deer graze through in the mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon P.

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

Beautiful home

Host was AMAZING! Loved the family photo albums to learn the history of the home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

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

Jan 2025 Ski Trip

Property was as advertised. Very clean. 4wd required for access during winter. Mary Frances was a pleasure to work with. Followed up to make certain everything was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Second stay as great as our first.

Cannot say enough good things about this cabin. Even after the devastation our NC mountains sustained most places are up and running again in this part of the mountains. While many people are still recovering from it all luckily this cabin was fortunate enough to not see any of the damage. Owner was in contact several times to make sure everything was good and Evan made sure we had enough wood to enjoy the fireplace while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary Frances

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My family began visiting the Banner Elk area when I was a child, and my parents looked for the perfect piece of propety for over ten years. They built this cabin is 1979 as a family retreat to escape the south Florida heat. It was my father's dream to have a Lincoln-log style cabin where he could fish. My parents found this property in which consists of 17 acres on top of a mountain, and knew it was what they had been waiting for. It became a center for all of us to gather for celebrations, family reunions and weekend retreats. After he retired, they needed to reduce their expenses, and I had heard about VRBO and suggested we try it. I now have come full circle as I have watched my children grow up enjoying the cabin and discover the area. Both of them caught their first fish in the pond. We have a catch and release policy; however; there is an exception for whenever anyone catches their first fish! Every time we go, I think, I need to come here more often and there is always something new to do and see. I hope you will enjoy it as well and make a memory with your family.

Why they chose this property

Banner Elk has the highest elevation of any city in the southeastern United States which means it is cooler than most other places. The cabin is on top of a mountain, and we use the blankets on the bed year round. We have enjoyed all four seasons in Banner Elk and the chance to relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery from the front porch or the sunroom. You can be as active as you want at there is rafting, golf, hiking, zip-lining, mining for gold, canoeing, fishing and all sorts of cultural events just minutes from the cabin. Frankly, we often find ourselves content to stay on top of the mountain, sitting in the swings, reading, fishing in the private pond, or just taking a break from the routine of life..

What makes this property unique

The cabin sits on seventeen acres on top of a mountain, overlooking the pond and pastures. Many times I have looked out the window to see deer looking in at me. We also have turkeys, foxes that roam the property (you might draw a bear if you leave your trash outside so PLEASE don't). Children love to pick the apples and pears in late summer and fall. Beautifully landscaped, Mountain Laurel and Hostas bloom to add to the beauty of the setting. A stacked stone wall runs along the 1500 foot private drive that leads you to the cabin. Every time I drive up to the top, I am amazed at the beauty and with the serene setting.

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