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Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location

Family-friendly cabin in Banner Elk with a hot tub

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Otter Falls.....10 minute walk !!!
Cabin Front
Cabin Front
Front Porch - Watch the sunrise with morning coffee
Lower deck & fire pit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 - Top Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Top Floor

1 Queen Bed

Low Level - Theatre Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom - Main Level

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 - Top Floor

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

Bathroom 3 - Gameroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom - Main Level

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location

The Ultimate Getaway in the Mountains !
The location couldn't be better to explore the High Country !!
Skiing, Snow tubing, Restaurants, Shopping within a 15 minute drive.
The quaint little town of Banner Elk is 15 minutes away, Boone is only 20. Grandfather Winery is 5 minutes down the mountain.
Stay on site to explore the forest & waterfall with the adjacent Otter Falls Trail. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy a 10 minute hike to the Water Falls.
Ours is a true log cabin with central A/C and offering 2500 sq ft on three levels with three decks to spot deer, turkeys, fox.......
The master suite is conveniently located on the main level with a jetted tub in the Master bath and separate Shower. The kitchen Inspires...... with granite counter tops and stainless appliances, open to the dining and living room and perfect for entertaining.
The deck off the kitchen looks out over the back of the property with no other house in site. Grill your dinner with the convenience of being directly off the kitchen.
Watch for early morning Turkeys while you sip freshly ground coffee on the porch swing as the sun comes up....Our personal Favorite !
The living room is nicely decorated in Leather furniture with Mountain accents. Reminisce in front of the gas fireplace with a book and one of our 'oldies' but goodies records. There's a desk on the main level to check your emails and work, offering 100 mg, fibre optic internet.
The top level has 2 bedrooms, with one bathroom. The lowest level of Otter Falls has the Game Room, Laundry, and a separate Theater Room with Surround Sound and Theater Chairs. The game room is Abundant....... with a Pool Table, Foosball and TV & X Box gaming system, along with plenty of books, games, and puzzles.
Step out to the adjoining deck to soak under the stars in the New, 6 person, Hot Tub or laze under the trees in the Hammock. The perfect end to the day can be had in front of the Fire Pit, toasting S'mores or challenging the family to a outdoor game of Corn Hole.
Otter Falls Cabin is the perfect spot for creating lasting family memories with thoughts to return again and again.

Access to the Cabin is paved except for the last eighth of a mile, which is a gravel road.
Four wheel drive or chains may be required when there is ice and snow. Access may not be suitable for vehicles with low ground clearance.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
100.00 per dog. Disclosure type prior to booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Primary renter must complete/submit a Rental Agreement within 2 days of receiving Agreement and prior to arrival day
Maximum vehicles in driveway - 2 No RV's
Reservation dates within a Special Event/Holiday r

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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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. Tweetsie Railroad is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. 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

  • Watauga River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grandfather Trout Farm - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Fun Cabin-Hike Otter Falls/Firepit/New Hot Tub/TheatreRoom/Ideal Location located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk cabin is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Grandfather Trout Farm, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River. Hawksnest Tubing Park and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Damian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cabin and location, it had everything we needed, well equipped and stocked, media room was nice for family gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect cabin stay! Everything was as expected and the host was prompt with what few questions we had. Would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! Very clean and functional with a superb host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

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

Private mountain cabin

Fantastic stay at this cozy mountain cabin , loved walking to otter falls and swimming right from the cabin. Hot tub, fire pit, pool table, fully stocked kitchen. Loved everything about this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean when we arrived and the host was very kind and easy to work with. She had great activity suggestions as well. The amenities like the theatre room and game room added to the fun while enjoying down time at the house. Great for families! We would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

della s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Seven Devils. The home is close to Grandfather mountain and just down the hill is Grandfather winery. The home is just as advertised . We enjoyed being able to walk out the back to Otter fall trail. Lots of deer and wild turkeys . We would stay again. The owner if helpful with restaurant recommendations and things to do.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was fantastic and the owner was so sweet, even called to speak with us and let us know of fun things to do! That’s next level customer service. We were familiar with the area but for those who are not it’s super helpful I’m sure. The place decor is so comfortable and welcoming. Spacious for family of 5 or more. Lower level TV with tons of movies and games for the whole family. Deer seen almost daily from the yard. Hot tub was a nice evening wind down from a day of hiking right from the back yard onto the trails to the water fall. Fire pit area was great for the evening also with s’mores and comfy seating. We will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Perfect Mountain Vacation

Cabin and property are beautiful and exactly as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Our family agrees that this is the best cabin we have stayed at in this area. Beautiful secluded area and a cabin with lots of amenities for the entire family. Really enjoyed the deck and the back yard area with the fire pit Wonderful host as well. Highly recommend this cabin for your next family getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusty B.

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

Great Place

The cabin was great, clean, had everything you need and Susan is an amazing property manager, will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Christmas in the Mountains

Perfect for a family Christmas stay! First day had snow so we were able to sled in the yard. Nice walk to the creek and waterfalls behind the house. Very close to Boone and Banner Elk with lots to do while still being in the woods. Very happy with cabin. Nice fireplace, movie room, pool table and hot tub on the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Father's Day Get Away

Beautiful property, very quiet and private. Great location, just a short drive to so many restaurants and fun activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Great getaway

We loved our stay at the Otter Falls Cabin! Took the trail behind the house down to the falls. The movie and game rooms were a huge hit for our teenagers. Lots of thoughtful touches that made our trip special. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jadrien J.

Beautiful home and view!

We had a blast at Otter Falls Cabin. We were in the middle of an amazing scenery. Everything we needed was at the house and we appreciate Susan's assistance with any questions we had throughout our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Wonderful

We had such a great time staying here for a week. Well stocked with everything we needed. Loved the front porch with plenty of seating and such a nice breeze The children loved looking at all the wildlife and catching salamanders. Wish we could have stayed here all summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc A.

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

Absolutely wonderful!

We come to this beautiful cabin once a year around the same time. As usual, this home is amazing, relaxing, and perfect proximity to Otter Falls, snow tubing, and more. Expect to see us again next year!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica F.

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

Great place to relax with family

We loved our time at this cabin. The amenities were very nice and we would definitely stay there again. There were just a few minor things that made it not quite a 5 star but if we could give it a 4.5 we would! We also loved the local area and hiking opportunities. It is absolutely a great place to stay with lots of things for everyone to do!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William (Bill) M.

Beautiful cabin. Easy to get to but secluded.

Cabin is wonderful. Enjoyed our stay very much. The theater room was great for sitting together an watching Christmas movies. Enjoyed the game room a lot and so did the grandchildren. Fire pit was great, very relaxing. The walk to Otter Falls was a very good walk. They are beautiful. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Fantastic Getaway

My family of 4 (me, husband, 14 yo daughter, 10 yo son) truly enjoyed this house! The location on the Otter Falls hiking trail was perfect-you walk right out the back door and in a few minutes you are dipping your toes into the cool water of Otter Falls! The games, pool table, theater room, hot tub all made for fun nights after our long days exploring. Would definitely recommend this house!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Staying at Family's

We literally felt like we were staying at Family's. They have thought of everything! The house is decorated so beautifully. Its dog friendly which is fantastic and so close to everything. We love the Seven Devil's area. The house is nestled down in a private area over looking beauutiful preserves. Right near Otter Paws Trail, which was so convenient. Their outdoor firepit is one of the best I have ever seen. Susan, as your host is so attentive and caring! If you are looking for a family retreat I would highly suggest this property!!! Lori M
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Wonderful

This is a wonderful house, exactly like the pics and descriptions. The backyard hiking trail to Otter Falls is a perfect way to start the morning. This is the best outfitted and labeled house we have stayed in. . .each kitchen cabinet and each light switch is clearly labeled so there is no fumbling around. There are three different porches to hang out on, and to watch the deer and fox wander by. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

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

Incredible Mountain Get-a-Way

This cabin is absolutely as advertised and detailed by the multiple reviews I read prior to our stay. The cabin is highly amenitized with hot tub, game room, theater room and three levels of overall space (2,500 SF) that made all our time there quite enjoyable. As well being right near the trails to Otter Falls gave us a built in adventure we didn't have to travel to. My three sons and wife thoroughly enjoyed our visit and we would like to come again. I love the area as well up the mountain in Seven Devils, you are both remote from other nearby residences while also close enough to other homes/communities that you feel safe with the location, you have privacy here but are not out in the sticks so to speak. Great stay and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

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

Perfect Family Get Away

The Family Fun Cabin was perfect! My family and I had an amazing time. Our 3 children are young adults now and we all enjoyed our vacation. We were able to do it all...Skiing, snow tubing, shopping, antiquing, restaurants etc... We especially enjoyed the beautiful Otter Falls and hiking around the property. We were close to Boone as well as Hawksnest , Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain. The house was the perfect size for us and the game room and theater room were our favorite spots to hang out together. The weather was on the warm side especially for January so we missed seeing snow. However, we were able to enjoy a night by the firepit. The home was well stocked and had everything we needed for a great vacation and great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jere Y.

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

Great location and great experience

First impressions are important, and our first impression of the cabin was a very positive one. The cabin was as expected from the listing, and very clean as well. The cabin is just off the road so you occasionally get a little road noise, but very little. The cabin is located on a roughed-in cul-de-sac, but is the only property built so it is quite private from that perspective. There is a trail immediately behind the property that leads down to Otter Falls, with the other end being a parking area for the public. You will see and hear groups of people hiking down the trail to the Falls throughout the day but they are far enough way, and the trail is mostly obscured by trees and shrubs, so again it is still private. One of the cabin features we really enjoyed was the hot tub. It is a full-sized hot tub and very comfortable. Also, this is the first hot tub at a cabin I’ve rented that will come up to full temperature when you set it there. Very nice! The bedrooms were all comfortable and clean. I slept as well as I would have back home. The main floor living area was a very nice open area and quite comfortable as well. One bonus was that it did not have a TV in the living room. That made that space a quite gathering place where you could just sit and read or otherwise relax. Downstairs are the “fun” rooms. A very spacious game room with full size pool table and a very nice bar with mini fridge as well. The other downstairs room is the home theater room with very comfortable couches, dimmable lights, and a very nice wall-mounted TV and sound system. The cabin is located close to many activities. Just down the mountain you are close to restaurants and tourist attractions. I recommend dropping into Grandview Restaurant for brunch, and Grandfather Vineyard and Winery for a wine tasting; both are within a mile of the turn to the neighborhood. Also close is a Food Lion and the town of Banner Elk. Grandfather Mountain is a modest drive but well worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

A perfect family week of hiking, fireside chats, movies, dinners, and time in the area.

Accurate description of property and amenities. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

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