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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Popular LocationLand of Oz9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeech Mountain Resort10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSugar Mountain Resort14 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)70 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lees-McRae College and 2 miles (3 km) of Banner House Museum with a stay here. Flat Top Brewing Company and Banner Elk Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 1 min walk
  • Banner Elk Winery - 6 min drive
  • Land of Oz - 9 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 10 min drive
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - 8 min walk
  • Banner Elk Cafe - 8 min walk
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Bella's - 8 min drive
  • Bayou Smokehouse & Grill - 11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown

Welcome to Hidden Gem

*Please be aware that this property borders Lees-McRae College. Construction is taking place on a neighboring property owned by the school.

Hidden Gem is a rustic mountain cottage tucked away in a wooded property bordering the Lees-McRae College campus. It is conveniently located just a short walk from Banner Elk. Enjoy beautiful views and proximity to the town center at the same time.

Hidden Gem features an open floor plan with hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings. The great room has a wood-burning stone fireplace, cozy leather furniture, and a large HDTV with a Blu-Ray Player. The kitchen has granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a custom dining table.

The king master suite has an ensuite bathroom, a large HDTV, and access to a screened-in porch with a dartboard and a napping swing. The other two bedrooms have HDTVs and share a bathroom. On the other end of the cottage is a game room with a slate pool table and a 55-inch HDTV.

The rear deck offers a covered outdoor living area with a wood-burning stone fireplace, comfortable lounging furniture, and a sunken hot tub. The rear deck leads to a landscaped, private backyard encircled by mature trees and with a fire pit. There are views of Grandfather Mountain and Elk River from the backyard.

Hidden Gem is located near downtown Banner Elk, giving access to shopping, dining, festivals, and everything else Banner Elk offers. Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain Ski Resorts are just minutes from this property.

MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK

Property manager

Carolina Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

300561

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown to the airport?

This vacation home is 51.5 mi (70-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown to downtown Banner Elk?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Banner Elk.

Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 109 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
Enjoyed this cabin. Everything went smooth. Some confusion on the loft area that was listed when I booked but then removed and host wasn’t aware of it. Hot tub didn’t work but host responded quick and had it checked. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Away
Great cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
We had a fabulous time in Banner Elk! Hidden Gem is in a great location, and it took only minutes to get to the town. The house was clean and cozy, and we enjoyed a fire each night! The porch off of the master bedroom was incredible. We enjoyed playing darts and resting in the swing bed. The bars and restaurants were great and everyone was friendly! My friends and I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Property was as listed and very clean upon arrival. Outdoor fireplace on the deck is a great addition & a very relaxing area to spend time with friends/family. Hot tub wasn’t working at the time, but the host responded to resolve issue very promptly. If we go back to the area, we would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a great getaway location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
House was perfect for what we needed. Plenty of bathrooms and beds to not feel cramped. Would definitely stay again. House was perfectly located between sugar and beech mountain. Easy to get to everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Friendly Rustic Getaway
Our family loved this house! The hot tub and outdoor areas were perfect. There is construction going on at the college that is pretty close to the house but didn’t impact us at all (only getting thru it to get to the house). Management company was easy to deal with and communication was a breeze.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly a Hidden Gem
We stay here every year and love it every year. The best part is having a real fire in the fireplace. Simply the best.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy mountain cabin
We enjoyed staying at the Hidden Gem. It was clean and stocked but could have used a little more attention to dusting. The indoor/ outdoor fireplace was great and we enjoyed several cozy fires. ( firewood well stocked)There are plenty of games to play.The location was very convenient to town but a bit disappointed in seeing and hearing the major construction going on next door which we weren’t expecting. Overall a really good experience and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Oncology nurse getaway
If you are going bring your own toilet paper! No extra anywhere in the house! We were going to have one or two adults sleep in the loft… no way! Steps up very narrow and space only meant for 2 children. Whole house needs a good scrubbing! Bathroom mats in front of sink were disgusting. And we got a call that day on our drive up that the hot tub had a small leak but it would be ok and still be usable. No way! Maybe to a small child and not 6 oncology infusion nurses who work very hard giving chemotherapy and wanted to relax in a hot tub…..Of course we made the most of a not so great cabin and spent time away from the so called Hidden Gem…and there is plenty of firewood on the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., Wilmington, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic getaway
We felt like we we staying in a ski chalet dating back to th 30's. High beamed great room with massive stone fire place. Rustic old comfortable furniture. Bathrooms had all modern amenities and the one bed we used was very comfortable. TV's in all rooms, some with premium channels. Modern kitchen with ample utensils. Great outdoor deck with amazing hot tub and hugh fireplace looking to the mountains. Complete privacy even thou downtown Banner Elk was a three block downhill walk. Good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023