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36 Unique places to stay in Banner Elk, NC
8.8 69 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
12/26 – 01/02
$680/nighttotal: $4760 (7 )
Escape To High Road Cabin, A Spacious 4br Retreat In Beautiful Banner Elk, Nc.
4 6
cabin , Sugar Mountain
This Sugar Mountain cabin is located just a short drive from Lees-McRae College and Banner House Museum, offering easy access to local attractions and the scenic beauty of the mountains. It has earned high ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The cabin offers ample space for up to 12 guests with its 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across 2380 square feet. Enjoy modern amenities like a fully equipped kitchen, a jacuzzi, a fireplace, and free Wi-Fi, along with outdoor features like a garden and a barbecue grill.
9.9 33 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$346/nighttotal: $2076 (6 )
112 M² Cabin ∙ 4 Bedrooms ∙ 10 Guests
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cabin , Banner Elk
Mountain Skye Lodge, a pet-friendly Banner Elk vacation home, is located less than 3 miles from downtown Banner Elk and within a 6-12 mile radius of Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, Grandfather Mountain, and Valle Crucis. This 1190-square-foot lodge features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, sleeps ten guests, and includes a game room with foosball and poker table, a hot tub, and access to a three-acre property with walking trails and a fire pit.
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$176/nighttotal: $1056 (6 )
Country Bumpkin Cabin
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cabin , Banner Elk
This Sugar Mountain vacation rental is situated 2.8 miles from Sugar Mountain Resort and 11 miles from Grandfather Mountain. This 800 square foot cabin accommodates up to 4 guests with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a full kitchen including a dishwasher and oven, air conditioning, a fireplace, and a private garden, with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
This vacation rental is located in Banner Elk, just 1 mile from Lees-McRae College and within 3 miles of the Banner House Museum and Flat Top Brewing Company, offering a peaceful farm setting with easy access to popular attractions. This property has received excellent ratings from previous guests. The rental offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating up to 6 guests. Enjoy amenities like a fully equipped kitchen, a jacuzzi, a terrace, and a garden, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the area.
9.5 129 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/18 – 06/21
$293/nighttotal: $879 (3 )
Spacious 3br/3ba Cabin Only 0.5 Miles From Slopes!
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cabin , Beech Mountain
This family-friendly cabin is located just a short 3-mile drive from Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz, offering easy access to the area's attractions. It has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The cabin features three bedrooms and three bathrooms, comfortably accommodating families. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, a game room, a spacious garden, and a relaxing terrace.
9.6 141 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/18 – 06/21
$394/nighttotal: $1182 (3 )
Hot Tub & Scenic Views: Beech Mountain Retreat
3 2
house , Beech Mountain
This Beech Mountain cabin is located just 10 miles from Sugar Mountain and 17 miles from Grandfather Mountain, offering easy access to the area's best attractions. It has earned excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and user experience. The 2100 square foot home has two bedrooms, three bathrooms, and can accommodate up to eight guests. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a private hot tub, a fitness center, a tennis court, and stunning mountain views.
10 233 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
07/08 – 07/14
$350/nighttotal: $2100 (6 )
Cool Beech Mountain Retreat With Views, Hiking & Bike Access
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chalet , Beech Mountain
This ski-in/ski-out cabin is located just two miles from Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz, providing easy access to both attractions. It's also within six miles of Lees-McRae College and the Buckeye Recreational Center, offering a variety of activities and attractions for guests of all ages. This cabin has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall user experience. The cabin has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to six guests within 1,190 square feet of space. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace or balcony, a garden, parking, and barbecue grills, making it ideal for families and groups looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
9.0 76 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/18 – 06/21
$399/nighttotal: $1197 (3 )
Three-story Cabin On Beech Mountain
4 2
cabin , Beech Mountain
This cabin is located just 1.8 miles from Beech Mountain Resort and within 6 miles of attractions like Land of Oz and Buckeye Recreational Center, making it a convenient base for exploring the area. The cabin has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The 2600 square foot cabin comfortably sleeps 10 guests in its 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Enjoy a relaxing vacation with amenities like a jacuzzi, fireplace, and barbecue grill, all while taking in the stunning mountain views.
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$218/nighttotal: $1308 (6 )
Country Bumpkin Cabin
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cabin , Banner Elk
This pet-friendly cabin is located on 8 acres in Banner Elk, 2 miles from Ski Sugar and 6 miles from Ski Beech, with convenient access to Grandfather Mountain, Boone, Blowing Rock, and Tweetsie Railroad. This 800 square foot mountain retreat accommodates up to 4 guests with a king bed in the bedroom and a queen futon in the loft, featuring a full kitchen, gas log stove, walk-in shower, charcoal grill, fire pit, and WiFi.
9.4 90 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
07/08 – 07/14
$379/nighttotal: $2274 (6 )
Beech Mountain Ski-in/ski-out With Awesome Deck Views.
3 4
chalet , Beech Mountain
This charming chalet is located just steps away from the ski slopes of Beech Mountain Resort in Banner Elk, offering easy access to all the mountain's attractions. It has received excellent user ratings, making it a popular choice for travelers. This 1500-square-foot vacation home comfortably sleeps 6 guests in its three bedrooms, each equipped with a king-size bed and a bunk bed room with a roll-away bed. The chalet features a modern kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a fireplace for cozy evenings, and a terrace or balcony for enjoying the mountain views.
9.9 65 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/18 – 06/21
$277/nighttotal: $831 (3 )
Cozy Retreat With Hot Tub, Game Room, Fire Pit
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cabin , Banner Elk
Christmas Tree Cottage, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom house, is located four miles from Banner Elk, North Carolina, offering easy access to Blowing Rock and Boone. This single-level vacation rental sleeps six guests and boasts a fully equipped kitchen, Jacuzzi, fire pit, ping pong table, Xbox, and a private backyard with a deck; complimentary parking and security cameras are also provided.
9.9 68 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
12/26 – 01/02
$420/nighttotal: $2940 (7 )
Cozy A-frame Cabin 3bd/2bath, 6 Minutes To Skiing!
1 6
cabin , Beech Mountain
Beech Creek Cabin, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom A-frame chalet, is located near Beech Mountain Ski Resort, a five-minute drive away, and steps from the Pond Creek Trail. This eight-guest house boasts a fully equipped kitchen, smart TVs, a gas fireplace, front and rear decks with handmade swings, and provided amenities including bath products and laundry detergent.
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9.9 164 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
12/26 – 01/02
$420/nighttotal: $2940 (7 )
Cozy, Hot Tub, Rec Room, Fido Friendly,near Resort
1 6
cabin , Beech Mountain
This three-bedroom, three-bathroom log home is located near Beech Mountain, North Carolina, a five-minute drive from Beech Mountain Resort and a short drive from Banner Elk, Valle Crucis, Blowing Rock, and Boone. This pet-friendly mountain lodge sleeps eight guests and boasts a Jacuzzi, garden, fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, internet access, and external security cameras; nearby activities include skiing at Beech Mountain Resort, hiking on Grandfather Mountain, and exploring the Watauga River.
10 12 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/18 – 06/19
$1956/nightfor 1 night
Large Group Bunkroom Sleeps Up To 69
2 2
chalet , Beech Mountain
This Beech Mountain apartment is located downtown, within walking distance of Beech Mountain Resort's ski slopes, a sledding hill, hiking and biking trails, and local restaurants. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom rental sleeps up to 69 guests (with prior inquiry for groups larger than 30), features separate bunk rooms with private bathrooms, a full kitchen, free parking, and offers a 10% discount at the on-site restaurant, gift shop, and equipment rentals.
9.7 34 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/20 – 06/22
$357/nighttotal: $714 (2 )
Hook Wine And Sinker At Eagles Nest
1 2
house , Beech Mountain
Hook Wine and Sinker at Eagles Nest is a one-bedroom cabin located in Banner Elk, North Carolina, just 6.7 miles from Sugar Mountain and 14 miles from Grandfather Mountain. This pet-friendly cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy fireplace, a private parking space, and a peaceful setting, perfect for a relaxing getaway in the mountains.
9.9 43 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
07/09 – 07/17
$379/nighttotal: $3032 (8 )
Beech & Barrel *5 Mn To Ski*hottub*sauna*speakeasy
1 7
cabin , Beech Mountain
This Beech Mountain vacation home is minutes from the Beech Mountain ski slopes and a short drive from Banner Elk, offering easy access to both winter sports and the charming town. The 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom lodge sleeps up to 10 guests and boasts a spacious open-concept layout, a fully equipped kitchen, private hot tub and sauna, game room, fenced yard, outdoor fire pit, and ample deck space—perfect for après-ski relaxation or enjoying the mountain views.
Top-Rated Unique Stays with a Hot Tub in Banner Elk, NC
Whether you prefer a jacuzzi or a hot tub, these unique stays in Banner Elk, NC offer the perfect soak in your own private space.
9.8 27 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/20 – 06/22
$297/nighttotal: $594 (2 )
Tall Timbers Cozy Cottage
2 2
cabin , Beech Mountain
Tall Timbers Cottage, located in Banner Elk, North Carolina, is two miles from Beech Mountain Resort and six miles from Sugar Mountain Resort, offering easy access to skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing at Hawksnest. This two-bedroom, one-bathroom vacation rental sleeps six guests and features a fully equipped kitchen, a Jacuzzi, a gas fireplace, a fire pit, and three provided sleds for winter fun, plus proximity to Grandfather Mountain State Park.
9.1 108 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$284/nighttotal: $1704 (6 )
Luxury Cabin 4 Miles From Ski Slopes
3 2
cabin , Beech Mountain
This Beech Mountain cabin is located just a short drive from the Buckeye Recreation Center and Beech Mountain Resort, offering easy access to outdoor activities and stunning mountain views. The cabin consistently receives excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The three-bedroom cabin comfortably accommodates up to six guests and features a spacious 1310 square feet of living space. Enjoy amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, a relaxing jacuzzi, a private garden, and a fireplace, perfect for creating lasting memories with loved ones.
9.0 21 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
07/09 – 07/17
$337/nighttotal: $2696 (8 )
Storybook Chalet/watch Movies Under The Stars/hot Tub/hiking/biking/concerts
4 7
cabin , Beech Mountain
This pet-friendly cabin is located just a short drive from Beech Mountain Resort and the Land of Oz amusement park, offering easy access to both attractions and the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. It has consistently received excellent ratings from previous guests. This 1500-square-foot home comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests and includes 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The cabin offers a fully equipped kitchen, a private patio with outdoor furniture, a hot tub, and a variety of amenities for relaxation and entertainment.
10 1 review
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$312/nighttotal: $1872 (6 )
\Nfamily & Dog Friendly Beech Mountain Chalet With Views + Hot Tub
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chalet , Beech Mountain
This cottage in Banner Elk is a 4-minute drive from Beech Mountain Resort and a 6-minute drive from Land of Oz. This rental offers a private hot tub, terrace, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a fully equipped kitchen, with air conditioning and an in-unit washer and dryer for guest comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions about unique stays in Banner Elk, NC
What are some hidden gems to explore in and around Banner Elk, NC?
For a hidden gem, check out the Moses Cone Park. It's a beautiful park with a historic mansion, a 3-mile paved loop trail, and even a working dairy farm. You can also explore the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway for scenic views and hiking trails.
What attractions are Banner Elk, NC and the nearby cities famous for?
Banner Elk is known for its stunning mountain scenery, outdoor activities like hiking and skiing, and charming downtown with shops and restaurants. Nearby Boone is home to Appalachian State University and the famous Tweetsie Railroad, a historic steam-powered train ride.
What clothing or gear is recommended for the climate in Banner Elk, NC?
Pack layers! The weather in Banner Elk can change quickly. You'll want to be prepared for cool mornings and evenings, even in the summer. Bring a jacket, a hat, and comfortable shoes for hiking or exploring the town.
Is there Wi-Fi or good mobile phone coverage in and around Banner Elk, NC?
Most hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops in Banner Elk have Wi-Fi. Cell phone coverage can be spotty in some areas, especially in the mountains, so it's a good idea to download maps and offline content before you go.
What other cities should you visit around Banner Elk, NC?
If you're looking for more to explore, head to Boone, just a short drive from Banner Elk. It's a lively college town with shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts and the Appalachian State University campus.
What should you know about unique stays in Banner Elk, NC before booking?
Banner Elk has some unique lodging options like cozy cabins nestled in the woods or historic bed and breakfasts. Be sure to check the amenities and location before booking, as some of these unique stays may be more remote or have limited access.
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Best Banner Elk, NC unique accommodations with a garden
9.4 136 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
07/08 – 07/14
$344/nighttotal: $2064 (6 )
1 Mi To Beech Mtn! Family Retreat W/ Hot Tub
3 4
house , Beech Mountain
This A-frame house is located just a mile from Beech Mountain Resort and 10 miles from Sugar Mountain, making it a convenient base for exploring the area's attractions. It has received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and user experience, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The 1,590-square-foot cabin comfortably sleeps 11 guests and features three bedrooms, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Amenities include a private hot tub, free Wi-Fi, and parking, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
10 169 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$303/nighttotal: $1818 (6 )
Mountain View Cabin In Banner Elk Near Sugar & Beech Mt
4 2
cabin , Banner Elk
This Banner Elk cabin is located just a short drive from Lees-McRae College and other attractions like breweries, wineries, museums, and a gem mine. It has received excellent user ratings. The 2,000 square foot cabin has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, accommodating up to eight guests. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace, a garden, and parking.
10 93 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$143/nighttotal: $858 (6 )
Barn Loft At Wood Song Lodge On 15 Acres
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farm , Banner Elk
This Banner Elk farm stay, a private loft in a renovated barn, is a 4-minute drive from downtown Banner Elk's shops and restaurants. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit offers a queen bed, kitchenette with fridge, freezer, and microwave, a private deck, fire pit, and accommodates two guests, with stunning woodland views and ample space for pets.
9.7 30 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/20 – 06/22
$299/nighttotal: $598 (2 )
Treehouse At Fiddlehead Minutes To Ski And Hiking
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cabin , Banner Elk
This unique Nordic treehouse-style cabin in Banner Elk, North Carolina is minutes from downtown Banner Elk, Grandfather Mountain, Tweetsie Railroad, and various ski resorts. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom lodge sleeps eight guests comfortably, boasting a whirlpool tub, steam shower, game room, and a large wrap-around deck overlooking rolling pastures; pet-friendly.
Best Banner Elk, NC unique accommodations with a sauna
10 4 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$543/nighttotal: $3258 (6 )
Modern Luxe Cabin-hot Tub & Custom Sauna
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cabin , Beech Mountain
This Banner Elk lodge is located 9 minutes from Beech Mountain Resort and 23 minutes from Sugar Mountain Resort. This 750 sq ft cabin accommodates up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a Jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, a sauna, and on-site parking.
10 4 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
06/18 – 06/21
$1248/nighttotal: $3744 (3 )
Fiddlehead Banner Elk--minutes From Beech & Sugar Skiing!
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cabin , Banner Elk
This Banner Elk vacation home, encompassing The Lodge and The TreeHouse, sits on 22 secluded acres minutes from Grandfather Mountain, Sugar Mountain Resort, and Beech Mountain Resort. The 3200-square-foot property features six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and accommodates up to 17 guests, offering amenities such as a chef's kitchen, hot tub, home theater, sauna, and pet-friendly options.
9.6 5 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$1588/nighttotal: $9528 (6 )
Mountaintop Chalet Sauna Hot Tub Countryclubaccess
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chalet , Beech Mountain
This Beech Mountain chalet is located in Banner Elk, offering proximity to theme parks and mountains, with Beech Mountain Resort just a 9-minute drive away and the Land of Oz theme park within walking distance. This 3,272-square-foot ski lodge features a shared pool, hot tub, and a game room with a pool table, providing ample entertainment alongside its well-equipped kitchen and in-unit laundry facilities.
9.3 88 reviews
Banner Elk, NC
09/21 – 09/27
$788/nighttotal: $4728 (6 )
Spacious Mountain Lodge W/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Theater & Game Room Near Banner Elk
4 2
cabin , Sugar Mountain
This Sugar Mountain chalet is located just 4.4 km from Lees-McRae College and 5 km from Banner House Museum, offering a peaceful escape in the mountains. It has received excellent user ratings for location and cleanliness, with a very good overall rating. This 5-bedroom chalet spans 3500 square feet, providing ample space for a large group. Amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, a sauna, a jacuzzi, a fitness center, a terrace, a garden, and barbecue grills, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.