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Great Mountain Escape-5 Stars Reviews, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Gym, Top Views!

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Front View from drone.
Family Room
Front View Entry
Family Room 2
Family Room with Loft and bar area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Land of Oz
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Great Mountain Escape-5 Stars Reviews, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Gym, Top Views!

Nested in the GATED community of Fox Run Estates where million-dollar views abound, enjoy the very best!

OUTSIDE: Breathtaking, unlimited, and unrestricted views, babbling brook/stream next to home, with a bench to do summer reading, and summer leaf canopy over swing set.

The upper-level balcony has everything you need for outside entertainment with gas grill, gas firepit, full outdoor dining and cushion love seat, rocking chairs and super views and gentle breezes.

The lower level is designed for relaxing with spa and 5 country rocking chairs and a swing set to feel the gentle breezes and to watch the deer's passing by.

To make entry and exist less stressful in snowy days, there is a circular driveway, level entry, and garage with a mud room.

INTERIOR - MAIL LEVEL: Main floor has OPEN FAMILY ROOM with two story soaring vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace with remote control, new power reclining leather sofa and loveseat, 75-inch 9000 series TV with sound bar in family room, country end tables, additional chairs, wet bar, video library, books, card games, board games and even Karaoke.

The well-stocked KITCHEN with modern backsplash, granite countertops, refinished cabinets, and new floors opens to the family room and dining area and has everything you need for favorite meals including two coffee pots and coffee grinder, regular and K-cups, waffle maker, toaster, food storage containers, complete service for eight. All appliances are stainless steel - stove, refrigerator with ice maker, and microwave. The dining area and bar area can easily entertain eight people.

On the MAIN LEVEL, FIND THE MASTER BEDROOM with a wall of glass to bring the view inside, a King Size Bed, ceiling fan, 55' Samsung TV, walk in closet, tons of drawers and vaulted ceilings. The completely updated MBR Bath has a waterfall shower and frameless shower door and jetted tub with separate shower spray.

Also, located on the main level is MUD ROOM to store shoes and coats and other equipment, and a LAUNDRY ROOM with NEW WASHER AND DRYER, new cabinets, and new laundry tub. The GARAGE is open to guests to store their car or ski or hiking equipment. Also, there are shelves for outside cushions.

The downstairs and lower level have central air and heat.

The UPPER LEVEL has TWO LARGE BEDROOMS WITH VALUTED CEILING, queen size beds, 50-inch smart Samsung TVs, ceiling fans, and tons of closet space. While rarely needed, there are 2 separate air conditions during the summer. The rear upstairs bedroom also has the best view in the house, so no one is left out! On this level, you will find the LOFT AREA with POOL TABLE and outstanding views. To complete the country look, the upstairs full bath has been completely updated with new commode, craw leg tub with matching faucet with a shower spray.

LOWER LEVEL: There is new carpet. Bedroom 4 is located on this level with a combination of a PRIVATE OFFICE/BEDROOM combination. The daybed coverts to a twin bed and there is a trundle for another twin or make a queen bed with both together. The 5th bedroom has been converted to a well-stocked Gym/EXERCISE ROOM with most of the equipment need for a full workout. The exercise room tv has a side slot for your exercise videos. The lower-level full bath has also been updated with new commode and new shower. Also, this bath has heated floors for wintertime. Also, on this level, there is a game room and hobby area with sewing/hobby table with power high adjustments.

While the home located in a GATED COMMUNITY with lots of privacy, you are still near everything.

-Overlook Barn wedding venue is the next street up, downtown Beech Mountain with Fred's and Brick Oven is less than half mile away, and downtown Banner Elk with its unique shops and restaurants is only 3 miles.

-Adventure is nearby with Ski Beech only a mile away, Ski Sugar and public golf course and Alpine Coaster is approximately 6 miles from the home. Grandfather Mountain State Park with its world class views and activities is about 10 miles away.

-If that's not enough, Boone and Blowing Rock are only 20 miles away.

Furthermore, we believe we offer the best value in the Beech Mountain area based on location, view, amenities, accessibility and a true "home feel" We have no rooms stacked with bunk beds and we offer no apologies for limiting guests to a total of eight, we are not a party house, hotel or a lodge, WE ARE YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME! FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE PRESERVATION OF OUR HOME, WE STRICTLY ENFORCE ALL HOUSE RULES INCLUDING THE NUMBER OF GUESTS. Please see house rules. For more detailed description of our home, please see pictures and video on this site.

Property manager

Jerry Noel
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Due to steps, ets., under 2 not recommend.
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Events

No events allowed
Family home only.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On decks but do not throw butts on grounds.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
See House Rules
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
COMPLETE AND SIGN RENT AGREEMENT.

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
Note from host: Family home only.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. 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

  • Land of Oz - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lees-McRae College - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Banner Elk Winery - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Mountain Escape-5 Stars Reviews, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Gym, Top Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Mountain Escape-5 Stars Reviews, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Gym, Top Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Mountain Escape-5 Stars Reviews, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Gym, Top Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Mountain Escape-5 Stars Reviews, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Gym, Top Views! located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Land of Oz, Beech Mountain Resort and Tate-Evans Park. Buckeye Recreational Center and Banner House Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

steven r.

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

Outstanding

Great house and even better than the listing. Will definitely book again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

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

Home in the Mountains

Inviting and comfortable home! Has everything a mountain home could offer! Amazing views, cozy fires, spacious and beautiful. House was very clean and decorated for Christmas for our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Snowy Mountain Getaway

The house was fantastic with views from almost every room. The homeowner was very helpful, especially since we had a major snowstorm and some issues with the roads. The house was very well laid out and had all the necessary amenities. We love the fireplace and the Christmas decorations. I would highly recommend this house for families, looking to have a true mountain vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy D.

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

Enjoyed it!

Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Happy Family

Excellent space with a spectacular view and a close drive to so many of the region’s attractions. It was perfect for our young family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Beat the heat

We had a great time in this house, and it was as advertised. Great location close to Beech mountain activities. Enjoyed playing air hockey, foosball, and relaxing in the hot tub. View was unbeatable. Very well stocked kitchen and house. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ember S.

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

Snow-cation

The size and location of the home was perfect! Beds were comfy and there were plenty of linens, blankets, towels etc. The kitchen was perfect size for the nights we stayed in and cooked a meal. Thank you for adding comfort to our enjoyable snow-cation.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacie H.

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

Excellent Vacation & Home

We come to Beech Mountain every year and this year did not disappoint. The house was amazing and had everything you could possibly need and then some. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Gorgeous view!

We loved waking up to the sound of the creek and greatly enjoyed the expansive mountain views. Thanks Jerry!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

We Had Snow!

Home is very nice. Located a short distance from Beach Mountain skiing. Great views. Good communication with Owner and Property Mgr. Very nice kitchen. Loved the Hot Tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock W.

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

Great place to stay close to beech

This was an amazing place to stay. The host was very responsive to any questions that came up. There were also a great supply of supplies to deal with the winter storm that rolled in. This allowed us to really enjoy our time on the slopes. This was a great home to enjoy Christmas with the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina F.

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

Wonderful time

The view was incredible. The cabin house close to so many attractions. We really enjoyed having dinner outside with the mountains view. The open floor plan was perfect for our group of 7 including 3 teenagers. House was clean and well stocked with kitchen supplies. Plenty of towels and extra sheets. Communication with the owner was excellent. We will be coming back. We really enjoyed the Banner Elk area and restaurants. Thanks for the restaurants recommendations and the binder with additional information.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

NC Mountains

The house is large with plenty of bedrooms. Has all the amenities for a house rental, kitchen , ability to laundry etc. Delivers the big Mountain View’s that everyone wants for that location. Very nice and the owner is very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto A.

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

A breath of fresh air

We booked this home for our family Spring Break vacation. We converge at this beautiful mountain retreat escaping the oppressions of large metropolitan center in South Florida and Philadelphia. It provided a most welcome breath of fresh air and peace. It is a great HOME away from home. It is cozy, comfortable and welcoming... just perfect for our family gathering (3 generations, 8 people) On the practical side considering location, size, amenities and price, it was a great value.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci M.

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

Perfect Spring Skiing Getaway

We loved staying at this beautiful home in a quiet gated community. The house provided everything we needed and more. So spacious and cozy, we could all gather together comfortably or spread out to the bedrooms, workout room, gaming areas, porch, backyard or living room. The convenience and ease to go skiing, out to eat or shopping was a plus. One of our favorite unexpected surprises was feeding the deer with the corn provided! We’ve stayed in Beech Mtn many times over the years and this was by far our favorite home away from home!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

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

View is Worth Price of Admission

The owners made the whole process so easy, which was great. The house was spacious and very homey. The deck looked straight out to Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain to the southwest. Views were amazing and sitting above the clouds was captivating. Excellent house/location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

MARK R.

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

Beech Mountain Getaway

The house was very well equipped for a family gathering. Very clean. The open plan including the kitchen, dining room and living room was terrific. The windows at the rear of the house took advantage of the spectacular mountain views to the east and south. Full length decks across the first floor and the lower level were well furnished. Lots to do nearby and perfect weather made our vacation one of the best ever.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

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

Great location for skiing with amazing views

Very nice amenities in a modern mountain home with expansive views of Grandfather Mountain. 8 min from Beech, 15 min from Sugar (traffic depending). Listing is accurate and the owners are good communicators. Well equipped kitchen. Low hassle checkout. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

Escape from the Coastal Heat

Genuinely great house. Spectacular views of the clouds sifting through the trees in the valley below. Loads of space to hang out in groups or all together. I will say though, if you want the views... you gotta get up the mountain! The roads are fully paved and in perfect condition. Just make sure you're driving something with a decent engine and good tire thread.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberta L.

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

Fabulous stay

We spent 2 weeks at the property. The location is actually closer to Beech Mountain and was perfect. Only a couple of blocks from Fred’s. The house was fully equipped and perfect for our group of 5 older teen/ adult children. The house has a pool table, foosball table, hot tub and gym, all of which we used. The views were beyond spectacular. And the owner was extremely responsive and helpful. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

jack w.

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

One of the Best

My family and I have been staying in Beech Mountain for the last 20 plus years. This home has to rank at the top. The home is very well kept up and very well stocked with everything you need. The views off the back patio are incredible. I was able to speak with the owner anytime I had a question, he was very quick to respond. I highly recommend this rental Jack
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise V.

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

Beautiful home with a gorgeous view.

We enjoyed the home. The view was unbeatable. Lots of parking in the driveway. There was a book with a very thorough list of rules. It took some of the fun out of staying there, to be honest. People who are not big rule followers will probably not be bothered. Overall it was a good experience. The management and owners are very responsive and helpful. I would recommend the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

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

Spectacular Mountain Views

This house was amazing. Lots of room to spread out. The kitchen is stocked well with everything you may need. The balcony is a great place to watch the sunrise and sunset. We even watched the starlink satellite train in the sky, two nights while here. That was pretty amazing to see! The beds are comfortable and the rooms are spacious. The pool table was useful for our teenage son as well as the lower level where he had his own space along with a Foosball table and workout room. There is a hot tub on the lower deck. We even got to see three deer in the yard. The neighborhood is gated and very quiet. I loved the stream running beside the house. Jerry and Kristen are very easy to reach if you have questions. I would highly recommend this as your next vacation house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenny C.

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

January 22-30 2022

Everything was perfect. There were 8-adults in my party. The house was very comfortable and more than enough room. Used all the amenities; foosball, pool table and spa. Ski resort was a 10-minute drive.. You can actually walk to a general store just 10-minutes up the mountain. Everyone in Banner Elk was so welcoming. It snowed while we were there so the scenery was awesome. We got some post card pics for sure. Jerry even offered to have a plow come by to clear the driveway. However, I enjoyed being outside so I shoveled it myself. All the neighbors we met on our walks were very cordial. We saw many deer each day and were able to feed them apples. We bought 2-bags of apples for them during our stay. My family knows I am a very picky when it comes to getting or having things just right. Well the home was very clean and spacious so I was extremely satisfied. When you choose a vacation home online you hope it meets the hype you read. This house was spot on and I would highly recommend staying here. Thank you Jerry for your gracios hospitality.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Come enjoy the Beautiful stone gas fireplace!!!

Hi- this is a nice house. We loved the gas fireplace in the living room and the beds are comfortable. Nice big TV with great aps to watch shows. Great place to unwind after skiing. A few things to note… Be prepared for the windy roads that you have to drive every time you go to the property but if you want views that’s the price you pay. We are not used to it so we would get car sick every time including the driver. Also I would not say that this house sleeps 8 people comfortably. There are two queen size beds upstairs and a king bed on the main floor. That would accommodate 6 maybe 7 if you want to sleep 3 people in the king size bed. There is a day bed on the bottom floor but there is no central heat and it was freezing downstairs. There is a fake fireplace that is used for a heater in the room but the entire bottom level gets so cold. The jacuzzi was nice. Jerry the owner is nice and responsive. On a side note if you are coming to ski or board DO NOT go to Beech Mountain just read their reviews on yelp and you will see why. Sugar mountain is so much nicer. Trust me!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jerry Noel

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We split our time between the mountains of North Carolina and our Florida home. Absolutely love the mountains, enjoy skiing, hiking, sightseeing, and boating. It is our goal to provide the best value possible for our guests.

Why they chose this property

We chose this house because it represents freedom from the everyday rush and brings us back to the things we value most - family, home, nature, cool breezes, the sounds of birds, a deer in the back yard, setting in a swing set looking at the fall leaves, outdoor meals or simply roasting marshmallows in the fire pit on the deck or listing to the babbling brook. To me, it is simply beautiful!

What makes this property unique

Views, Views and Views. Location near everything, easy to get to in any weather. Pool Table, Exercise Room and Spa. Modern, yet downright comfortable!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests