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Whispering Pines Retreat

Holiday home in Banner Elk with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Living room
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Lees-McRae College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Whispering Pines Retreat

Welcome to our cozy retreat in the heart of Banner Elk! Nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, our charming townhouse offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy stunning mountain views from the balcony, listen to local bands play while enjoying the deck, unwind by the fireplace after a day of exploring, and indulge in local cuisine at nearby restaurants. Hiking trails, ski resorts, and charming shops are at your doorstep in this centrally located mountain retreat.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Banner Elk

Downtown, a neighbourhood in Banner Elk, is home to this holiday home. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center.
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Map
Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 11 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Land of Oz - 12 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Pines Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Retreat located?

Located in Downtown, this holiday home is steps away from Lees-McRae College, The Greene and Elk Statue. Tate-Evans Park and Banner House Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very clean. Alyson was very responsive and communicated extremely well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in fantastic location for walking around Banner Elk. Clean, well stocked. Hosts were attentive and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the stay was very nice. The kitchen was great. Dining area was nice. The living room was very nice with a big fireplace and TV. Laundry room was very good. The owners left a very comprehensive guide to the home with all of the instructions for everything very well defined. The balconies had a good view of the mountains but also overlooked the back of a business and there was a good bit of road noise to overcome. The upper floor bedrooms were hard to keep comfortably cool. Probably better in winter.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Great house, walking distance to downtown

Location was great!! House was perfect for our quick family weekend get away. Host was very responsive and great to work with. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley C.

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

Banner Elk

Very clean, very nice. Would recommend and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy m.

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

First time to Banner Elk

The townhouse is even better in person! Spacious bedrooms, very nice kitchen, very comfortable home away from home. You can walk to several taverns and wonderful restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara G.

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

Wonderful weekend stay

Beautiful home. It was everything we needed and more This was beyond my expectations. It was a 6 minute walk to Lees-McRae campus. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Wonderful Banner Elk Stay

We loved this townhouse located directly in Banner Elk. It was perfect for walking to restaurants, stores, parks, and Lees-McRae College. The location is also excellent for visiting the many excellent area attractions such as Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns, Linville Falls, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, the Alpine Coaster, and Mast General. Boone and Blowing Rock are short drives away, and so is Blue Ridge Parkway. It's a really great location. The townhouse is great for a family, having three bedrooms, and was very clean and well apportioned. The kitchen was nice, and the back deck on each level made for a nice place to relax in the early evenings outside, enjoying the mountain air. Even better, the host, Alyson, is fabulous. She was very responsive to every communication. They have a nice personal guide for the house, including tips and suggestions for the area. Alyson also made sure we were aware of local events and had great suggestions for us to consider during our stay. I highly recommend Whispering Pines Retreat! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is wonderful! A fast favorite! Close to everything, we were able to walk to restaurants and to LMC campus. The hosts were excellent communicators and gave us detailed information about the home and the area. The home is comfortable and has everything you could need. We had our dog and he loved the balconies. We took him on a long walk around the campus. We will always seek this home when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christophr W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice homey decor and great conveniences (the iron and steamer were life savers to prepare our clothes for a wedding). Walking distance to the shops in Baner Elk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a quaint, beautiful town. We enjoyed our stay. The home was very comfortable and had lots of room. The owners were very friendly. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is beautiful. It was well maintained, clean and comfortable. We really appreciated the detailed book provided by the hosts that explained how everthing works and provided suggestions for local attrations and restaurants. The location is great and you can walk to so much downtown. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ravi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in and kitchen facilities were good. Coffee was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DELL M.

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

Banner Elk

Great location. Nice condo!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vallie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were wonderful. The owner was well-organized with the information, and everything was well-stocked. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Great Trip!

We really enjoyed staying here, the walk to town was so easy and it was VERY clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather M.

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

Concert at Beech

We had a girls trip to see a concert at Beech Mountain. Great walkable location to downtown Banner Elk. Easy 20-30 minute drive to lots of other locations. Super quick to Beech. House was very clean and spacious bedrooms. Nice balcony on the back for morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Great stay for family

This was a great stay for my family. The property does appear better in person. We were in town for a wedding. The property did have essential items needed such as a steamer for our dresses. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the fire place. The property manager was great with communication. Great location (close to restaurants). We would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Great spot 2 minutes from LMC and downtown Banner Elk

Plenty of space, clean and 2 min walk to Lees-McRae campus and downtown Banner Elk. Owners sent helpful info regarding the property and surrounding area ahead of check-in. Plan to stay here again when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

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

Gem in Banner Elk

This property was perfect for our weekend getaway with our family! The home was cozy, clean, and had some great amenities. In addition, the location was amazing! Everything was walking distance for us in Banner Elk’s charming downtown area. There was even a level 2 EV charger conveniently located around the corner. We plugged in, walked home, and picked up our car at 100% charge the following morning for our departure. Sugar Mountain was a hop skip and a jump away. It really felt like home away from home after an exhausting day of hitting the slopes. Our hosts, Alyson and Eric, were wonderful, too! There was great communication and their guide book to Banner Elk and other pertinent information to our stay was thorough and helpful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

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

Wonderful property!

We had a lovely stay! The location was perfect for enjoying the mountains and riding over to Boone. The house was beautiful and clean! Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Weekend Ski getaway

This lovely little home perfectly place between two ski resorts in a cute little town with great local cuisine was perfect for our annual ski/birthday weekend. We enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne P.

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

Amazing location!

This townhouse was perfectly situated steps away from downtown Banner Elk and Lees-McRae College. The fireplace in the living was an extra bonus as it was easy to use and kept us cozy in the evening while playing card games. It was nice to be able to pop out on the back porches to breathe in the mountain air and feel ‘mountainy’ while not having to drive to a mountain house on windy roads 20 minutes away. We will be back, thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Alyson Gill

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