Ski chalet-inspired getaway with mountain views & wood-burning fireplace

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8128.5 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Beech Mountain, NC

Beech Mountain Resort
‪4 min drive‬
Land of Oz
‪7 min drive‬
Sugar Mountain Resort
‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

The Salty Switchback Chalet

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This spacious, ski chalet-inspired home is just minutes from Beech Mountain Resort, the trails of Emerald Outback, local wineries and breweries, and downtown Banner Elk. Welcome to the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains!

Inside, you'll find a soaring, vaulted ceiling and open living spaces illuminated by large windows that provide abundant natural light. Prepare everyone's favorite recipes in the well-equipped kitchen, and then gather together at the nearby table for six. After dinner, get a fire going in the fireplace and settle into the great room for movie night on the smart TV, or head up to the loft to play foosball.

Outdoors, the generous, furnished deck offers a gas grill and a table and chairs for alfresco dining, while down in the yard, you'll find a firepit for roasting s'mores and telling stories at the end of each day.

THINGS TO KNOW
TV streaming services require guest accounts to access. Netflix account is provided.
This home has an Xbox with several games.
Wood is not provided for the fireplace or firepit.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Kitchen

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Parking available

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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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

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. Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. 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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Beech Mountain, NC

What's nearby

Beech Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Land of Oz - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
Lees-McRae College - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 29 min drive - 19.5 km
Grandfather Mountain - 34 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬12 min drive
‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
‪5506' Skybar - ‬7 min drive
‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski chalet-inspired getaway with mountain views & wood-burning fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ski chalet-inspired getaway with mountain views & wood-burning fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski chalet-inspired getaway with mountain views & wood-burning fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski chalet-inspired getaway with mountain views & wood-burning fireplace located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Beech Mountain Resort, Land of Oz and Buckeye Recreational Center. Watauga River and Banner House Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

5 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Winter Views, Close to Beech opes

Great stay for two nights. Wood-burning fireplace was great since there was 5 inches of snow on the ground. Only issue was the door lock; code would not open. Had to call and get help. But what a fantastic house!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

18 Sept 2024

Amazing Place

My daughter and I were visiting for Oz. The Saltyback Chalet was amazing from the start! Very clean, open floor plan, the view is incredible!! We will be returning next year and using the same place! We both loved it!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

9 Sept 2024

Salty Switchback

The location and house were fabulous! Amenities and everything down to dining ware were awesome. The place was cozy and a perfect space. The record player was a great touch! Had a wonderful stay!

10/10 Excellent

Lara S.

29 July 2024

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

Mountain Chalet Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the Salty Switchback Chalet. We saw deer and turkeys from the deck. Wish we could have enjoyed the porch more but it was raining. Location was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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8/10 Good

Emily K.

23 July 2024

Beautiful views from the large deck

We loved sitting outside and enjoying the mountain views! The house is close to a good coffee shop, Lake Coffey and Fred's.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asia B.

6 Apr 2024

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

Pleasantly Quaint

Very impressed! Cute and cozy kickback stocked with all needed essentials plus more! Quiet neighborhood with breathtaking views. There was no hassle with checking in and out…appreciate the 24/7 access to customer services and excellent communication from booking to leaving.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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8/10 Good

Erik G.

29 Mar 2024

A great and convenient

Pictures don’t do it justice. Very clean and convenient to skiing. Kitchen was basic but had everything we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

8 Feb 2024

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

Perfect Mountain Get Away

Love our stay here! So clean and tastefully designed. Has everything you need utility wise and entertainment wise. Easy check in/out and short distance to the slopes. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will T.

4 Feb 2024

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

Great Location

Very close to slopes! Great view from deck! Would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Schuylar B.

27 Jan 2024

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great potential

The place was cute and quaint but there were a good amount of issues that stood out to us. Property did not seem cleaned when we arrived—toilets, bathtub, and floors were still dirty. Dishes and silverware had dried food. Was also surprised that the driveway, stairs and walkway were not shoveled upon arrival when over a foot of snow had accumulated. The rental did not have a shovel and it took over a day to get the snow cleared away.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

18 Oct 2023

Fall Getaway on Point

The Salty Switchback Chalet was everything and more that we could have wanted in a getaway! There are so many positives about this adorable chalet but I think our favorite was enjoying the gorgeous mountain views from the awesome deck! The gas firepit on the deck and comfy chairs was an added bonus to our nightly happy hour!

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J., Knoxville, TN

28 Sept 2023

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

Loved the Salty Switchback

Everything was wonderful. The home was very clean and spacious. The upstairs loft was a perfect hideaway for children and adults alike. We enjoyed our stay very much and would book the property in a heartbeat.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

10 July 2023

The perfect escape

This property was everything we expected. Clean, comfortable and in a quiet area, the Salty Switchback was a welcome respite from the summer heat. We can’t wait to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P., Fort Mill SC

1 June 2023

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

Great location, tight fit for pack in play in bedrooms

Cute little home nicely updated with a brand new spacious deck. Very clean and well supplied. Really great location, close to park, resort and dining. Only two small inconveniences…both bedrooms are a tight fit for a pack n play if you have a little one. We locked one bathroom door in the bedroom off the kitchen and put it between the bathroom door and the bed. There was room in the loft area but I didn’t want to carry my toddler up and down the steep steps. The other problem was the original fireplace. It’s really cool looking but it was full of wood ash and made the whole home smell like the inside of a fire place. It wasn’t over whelming but the smell was just always there in the background. Overall, we liked the house and would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

25 Dec 2022

Salty, yet Sweet!

This chalet is so cute! The design and decor is well thought out. The kitchen had everything we needed and there was an ample supply of towels. The decking is beautiful and the back porch is spacious. The location to Beech Mountain Resort is perfect at just about a mile away. Communication with the Vrbo team from beginning to end was quick and helpful. We plan to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Charlie H.

21 Dec 2022

Perfect getaway!

My husband and I had such a nice time at this cozy chalet! We saw some amazing sunrises and deer from the new back deck. The vintage fireplace set the perfect stage to wind down at night with a glass of wine. We loved the bigger TV in the living room, stocked kitchen and much needed washer and dryer after a day of getting muddy UTVing! Oh excellent wifi/streaming too!

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10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

25 Oct 2022

Beautiful Chalet!

My husband and I enjoyed a kid free weekend at this beautiful house. The views were amazing. We enjoyed wineries, shopping, site seeing, UTV trail riding and hiking. The fireplace and back deck were our favorites. The property was super clean and cozy. Love the decor too. We will definitely be back. Location was also wonderful. Thank you so much!

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10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

8 Aug 2022

Cute house

My family and I had a great week at the Salty Switchback Chalet. Kids loved the loft, the fusball table and the games. The firepit was also a great family activity. Highly recommend!

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10/10 Excellent

Keith and Kelly V.

6 Aug 2022

The perfect cabin and mountain getaway!

The perfect mountain getaway! This cabin was nestled in Beech Mountain and so close to all the things!! Kelly was amazing and a great host! Thank you for all the great suggestions! We will definitely be back!

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10/10 Excellent

Chase S.

19 July 2022

Perfect Mountain Getaway

What an adorable mountain house! Clean, nicely decorated and close to everything. Our boys thoroughly enjoyed the loft area- especially foosball! Great deck for watching the sunrise or the deer who visited us daily. We will definitely book again for a ski trip!

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Loft

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property