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Lessons From Mars - Stunning views from the hot tubs! Dog friendly!

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Land of Oz
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Main Level

1 King Bed

Mother-in-Law Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom 4

Toilet

Mother-in-Law Suite - Lower Level

Toilet · Shower only

Suite - Loft

Toilet · Shower only

Suite - Main Level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lessons From Mars - Stunning views from the hot tubs! Dog friendly!

Welcome to Lessons from Mars!

Sitting atop Beech Mountain, this newly built home is the perfect place to settle in.

The main level, accessed with just one step from the parking area, has a central great room with high ceilings, a wall of windows and sliding glass doors overlooking the views, a stone gas log fireplace, a built in log mantle, and large screen TV. Comfortable furniture is arranged around the fireplace and looking out the windows. Also in the great room is a dining table with room for all, featuring long bench style seating and two cozy head seats. Just steps away you'll find the fully stocked kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances.

Just steps through the sliding glass doors you'll find the gas grill and large hot tub. Perfect spot to relax and enjoy the views!

The master suite, in the east wing of the main floor, has a King bed, and a private bathroom with a custom tiled shower, a granite vanity, and a linen closet.

The upper loft suite features a large king bed, with gas fireplace and HDTV. There is a balcony overlooking the large living room, so you'll never miss out on any of the action!

Downstairs in the "bear cave" you'll find a spacious mother in law suite with a full kitchen! There is a queen bed along with a full bathroom. Perfect for guests that need their own space!

This home was truly designed with everyone's comfort in mind. Close proximity to Beech Ski Resort means you can hit the slopes during the day and watch the stars twinkle while you soak in the hot tub.

Additional Notes:
-Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am.
.-This home allows up to 4 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided
- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable. Please observe a quiet hour of 10PM as there are full time residents nearby.
- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement. Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking, or by calling us with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25 plus tax.
- Parking space for up to 3 vehicles.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings canceled within 24 hours of their creation will receive a full refund of payments. Bookings canceled more than 24 hours after their creation are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198

Property manager

Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. 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

  • Beech Mountain Resort - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Land of Oz - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lees-McRae College - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Banner Elk Winery - 18 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 31 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lessons From Mars - Stunning views from the hot tubs! Dog friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lessons From Mars - Stunning views from the hot tubs! Dog friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lessons From Mars - Stunning views from the hot tubs! Dog friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lessons From Mars - Stunning views from the hot tubs! Dog friendly! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Beech Mountain Resort, Buckeye Recreational Center and Land of Oz. Lees-McRae College and Flat Top Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellie V.

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

Great house!! Loved our stay

It was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt S.

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

Great place in a beautiful location!

Overall we had a great time staying here, the views were great and it felt very private. It's a pet friendly location which is a plus for some people but we did have to deal with a quite a bit of pet hair getting on our stuff and the driveway smelled a bit of dog poop. Overall we were happy with the house though.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Cozy weekend!

We felt very comfortable and at “home away from home.” The layout of the house was perfect. We will definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell K.

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

Great weekend get away.

Really enjoyed the opportunity to get away with friends and family to relax and have fun. The property and the location were great. The hot tub made for a great experience after spending the day at the slopes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daria K.

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

Great place for family vacation

Great and very clean house. We enjoyed it a lot. The location is very close to everything. Definitely will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L., Hickory,USA

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

Awesome Views

Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

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

Review

HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lesson from mars. We had the best time this weekend… The house was so clean & nice!! the stay was so relaxing and enjoyable!! We can’t wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby S.

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

Getting Out of The Heat!

We love to stay on Beech Mountain this time of the year. Great restaurants, beautiful views, and just a long weekend of relaxing and getting a break from the weeks of 100+ temps in Columbia. Loved this house. New build, great hot tub, beautiful views. All furniture is very comfortable. Slept great. I will advise that it's pretty much at the end of the line. That was fine with us but it's definitely secluded. The rental company was awesome to work with. House was very clean. Loved seeing all the deer also. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri A.

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

Winter Vacay

This place has beautiful views. In my opinion the location was perfect, close to skiing but not on a frequently traveled road. It was so clean and well put together. The beds were SUPER comfortable. My kids opted to hang out in the mother-in-law suite most of the time when we were at the house. I give it a 10/10. Such a great house, and everyone in our group thought so.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

JULIE C.

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

Needs Attention

The house was lovely. The management company needs to be better about checking the basics before each stay. We were there in high ski season, paying top rates, and the grill had no propane tank, nor did the deck fire pit. We had planned to grill out our first night but weren't able to. The exterior lights were all out, so access to the 3rd bedroom "mother-in-law suite" were treacherous. The hot tub level was about 9" low - no way to add water and bring it up to temp - and the chemical levels questionable. They provided a Keurig but only a few McDonalds pods. We brought coffee but didn't have the ability to make it. Major bummer. On busy ski mornings with a group of 6, it was not ideal to have to stop at coffee shops before hitting the slopes. The kitchen is beautiful, but lacked other basics like wine glasses and a blender, and there were only a few water glasses. They provide 1 towel per guest for the entire stay, but no hooks or towel racks to hang/dry them on. Overall, we really liked the house itself. Great view, close to Beech Mtn, easy to access. It was clean, bright and airy. The living room furniture is comfortable, and the living room fireplace was great. They do supply a few logs to start with, we bought more in town. It could have been great with a little attention to the critical amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Rebecca S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals

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Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals is the High Country's leading vacation rental company. Our mission is to be a respite for thousands of guests each year from their hectic lives. Founded in 2002, we have succeeded with a singular mission: We strive to treat all homeowners, guests, and co-workers with the utmost care and respect. We truly care about all guests because we know that most endure stressful lives back home, and they cherish the times that they can escape to a restful haven in these beautiful North Carolina mountains. Let our team help you find the perfect vacation getaway!

Languages:

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests