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Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin

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Banner Elk Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2.5BA | 2,079 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Deck | Ample Outdoor Entertainment Space | Keyless Entry
Living Room | High Ceilings & Natural Light | Wood-Burning Fireplace
Living Room | Smart TV
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6193.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, North Carolina
  • Banner Elk Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Land of Oz
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin

Book your Banner Elk getaway at ‘Hound Trails’ and soak up everything it has to offer from top amenities, beautifully decorated cabin interiors, and an unbeatable view of the rolling hills surrounding the property. The vacation rental comes with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a loft, and a large deck for relaxing. In the winter, enjoy the slopes of Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain. During the summer, explore Wildcat Lake and Elk River Falls - you'll never run out of four-season fun!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Close Proximity to Local Vineyards & Dtwn Banner Elk | 2,079 Sq Ft | Not Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft: 2 Twin Beds, Full Futon

OUTDOOR SPACE: Spacious deck, outdoor dining, gas grill, mountain views, fire pit w/ ample seating
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, gas-burning fireplace, books & board games, lofted game room w/ foosball table & Smart TV, iPod/MP3 docking station, laptop-friendly workplace
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, kitchen island w/ seating, dishware/flatware, stainless steel appliances, double oven, Keurig coffee maker, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, central air conditioning/heat, hair dryers, iron/board
FAQ: Stairs required for access, 1 exterior camera (facing driveway), no local garbage pickup, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

HIT THE SLOPES: Sugar Mountain Resort (9.0 miles), Beech Mountain Ski Resort (10.5 miles), Appalachian Ski Mountain (16.0 miles)
HIKING & BIKING: Grandfather Mountain State Park (15.6 miles), Elk River Falls (17.3 miles), Julian Price Memorial Park (17.6 miles), The Blowing Rock (19.0 miles)
WINERIES & VINEYARDS: Banner Elk Winery & Villa (4.1 miles), Grandfather Vineyard & Winery (10.0 miles), Eagles Nest Winery (12.5 miles), Watauga Lake Winery (19.4 miles), Villa Nove Vineyards Winery (19.9 miles), Linville Falls Winery (24.0 miles)
TO-DO: Apple Hill Alpaca Farm (1.2 miles), Foggy Mountain Gem Mine (9.4 miles), Mile High Swinging Bridge (17.8 miles)
LOCAL FAVORITES: Downtown Banner Elk (4.8 miles), Wildcat Lake (6.7 miles), Elk River Club (7.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Tri-Cities Regional Airport (59.4 miles), Asheville Regional Airport / Wright Brothers Way (92.3 miles), Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (107 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $65 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 4 stairs to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: This property has not been impacted by the hurricane
- NOTE: NO ski equipment, snowboards, bicycles, or athletic equipment in the house
- NOTE: If snow or ice is present or expected snow chains are recommended as well as parking by the mailbox and not the driveway
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located by the staircase, facing outward toward the driveway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected. The homeowner may have it on or off during your stay
- NOTE: There is a quality control manager that oversees that the cabin is “Guest Ready”. Our Quality Control Manager makes sure that the house is cleaned to the highest standard
- NOTE: Due to the cabin's location, garbage pickup services are not available in the area. Please do not leave trash outside and please be aware that you will need to take trash with you upon checkout. Trash can be dumped for free at the Watauga County Solid Waste and Recycling Center

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
A maximum of 2 pets are 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 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 security system and a first aid kit

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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. Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting.
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Banner Elk, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Banner Elk Winery - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Land of Oz - 18 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 19 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 26 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin?

Self-parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski, Hike, & Visit Vineyards: Banner Elk Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Apple Hill Farm and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Banner Elk Winery. Flat Top Brewing Company and Lees-McRae College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mark P.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Owner canceled the reservation NOT VRBO!

Had we not been directly contacted by the owner of the cabin to cancel our reservation, we might have made the 5+ hour trip to Banner Elk to find out we couldn’t get into the cabin. VRBO and EVOLVE TRAVEL gave us NO notification at all about our reservation! We would have loved to stay at Hound Trail, but very disappointed with VRBO AND EVOLVE!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diego

Better than expected!

I have to admit that this place was nicer than what I though. If you want a place to completely relax and connect with nature, then look no further. Location was key. It wasn’t far away from anything. There is so many things we didn’t get to do since our time was limited, but I’m planning to go back and visit. Loved this cabin.
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10/10 Excellent

Lazaro

Family Ski Trip

Our stay could not have been any better. Wonderful experience with a true cabin feel in a great location. The cabin was just as expected, clean and with all the essentials needed for a fun filled 4 days of skiing and sightseeing. The photos do a transparent job on what to expect, beautiful kitchen, spacious living room, comfortable bedrooms and the best part, the huge backyard with the highlight of our stay, the fire pit. Highly recommended. Can’t wait to go back.

8/10 Good

Deanna K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location—bring ice and all cooking gear

We stayed here with our pups for a wedding and also some hiking. The house has a beautiful view, is very dog friendly and we loved the outdoor fenced area and large deck! Very quiet location, and we enjoyed watching deer and having a fire in the fire pit area. Some downsides—the primary bedroom has an open bathroom with no door (!). The bed is very squeaky—even just turning over can be loud. The ice maker is broken and there is no ice so stop for ice before heading up the mountain. Otherwise this is a nice short term stay for a couple or small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wolf

Mountain paradise

This place is just awesome. I went for summer mountain biking and was a blast. The house is fully equipped with everything you need to relax without worrying of carrying anything. Grilling with an outstanding view at the deck was my favorite part, kitchen was fully equipped for all our cooking. Rooms are spacious, well furnished, and beds were comfortable. Found everything super clean and ready to use. Hope to come back soon.

8/10 Good

Tracy W.

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

Perfect for families with dogs

House was beautiful, well equipped, and in a great location. Nice fenced area for dogs that was right off the deck. Deck had good latching gates so dogs could wonder on deck freely. Inside was spacious with a master suite on main level. A nice size kitchen/dining area and living room space. Only issues during the week was a small leak in kitchen to which the property owner responded they would be addressing, the WiFi went out for the last two days of the stay (so no TV watching and limited phone service for us since no cell signal), and on last day of stay the AC unit stopped working. I reported the WiFi outage and the AC not working to the property owner today when departing, but haven’t gotten a response yet. Despite these few unexpected things, we had a great week and would definitely consider renting this cabin again in future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

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

Getaway family weekend

Very pretty home with a beautiful yard! I love that it is pet and toddler friendly! However, walls are thin. Would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Denise P., Indian Land SC

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Retreat

The place was beautiful with gorgeous views. We really enjoyed that we were able to take our dogs with us. There was a fully stocked kitchen which made it very easy for us to cook our own meals. There were a few cons though: a bug issue in the loft area, several lightbulbs that needed to be changed, the way to get into the creek was not convenient and I think what disappointing us the most is that we had to take over a weeks worth of garbage with us when we already had a very fully packed SUV-it was a huge inconvenience that we were not expecting and would have assumed the cleaning fees would have taken care of something like that but it all worked out in the end.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christine Girtain

Childhood Friend Reunion

I loved the views of the mountain and especially the view of the nighttime sky. The stars were so bright and the whole area is peaceful. The house & property are well maintained. The beds were comfortable for all my friends. I love the small heater built into the wall in the bathroom upstairs. It was nice to turn the heat down at night to sleep and then wake up to shower and have the bathroom warm up quickly for my shower. We hit the winery nearby as well as some local restaurants. We also had fun with some inner tubes we blew up and used to slide down the hill in the backyard after it snowed. It was the perfect get away for our friend reunion.
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Beautiful log cabin

This place was ideal for a family get-together. It is well located in Banner Elk with nice restaurants, vineyards and hiking near by. The view from the house of the hills and forest was calming, and space for our dog to run around safely was ideal. The house is well equipped, well decorated and very confortable. All-in-all a great stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Mabe

Loved it 😍

We stayed for a long weekend and had a blast. We especially loved the high ceilings and breathtaking sunlight to the living room and kitchen! You just have an amazing open space with previous sun filled social space to bond with family. The fire pit is amazing in the evening for s’mores and fire side chat, spooky storytelling etc. The creek is a nice find and I loved taking my one year old pup, she was the happiest dog with the outside wrapping porch and a gated dog park safe for them to run freely. The owners are dog lovers and have designed the experience for children, dugs, families and big groups ready to hit the slopes or hiking trails. And roller cuádreme nearby a must attraction!

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Beautiful views!

Perfect place to stay while visiting family in Boone! Stayed with husband and 2 kids, plenty of space, excellent kitchen and great room to hang out.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

North Carolina Mountain Getaway

It certainly is beautiful in the NC mountains and we were excited about this home, based on the pictures and description. However, the actual location and amenities were not as advertised... the home is down in a valley, with no views of the mountains, rather than up on mountain with views... also, the beds and towels were less than average. Towels were non-absorbent... property contact was difficult to get a hold of, and offered little to nothing in help/assistance - could not even tell us why the cable tv service did not include any sports channels at all, and during football season.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Best vacation home!!

Review 5 star Hound Trails is a cozy retreat, it’s a true log cabin. The location was perfect. It’s close to hiking, wineries, and downtown Banner Elk, yet you have the feeling of being secluded. The kitchen had all the necessities that one could want, I loved the gas range. While we were here, I enjoyed an invigorating waterfall hike. We went to a nice outdoor concert behind the Mast General Store, what a great find. We indulged at the Banner Elk Winery and the Grandfather Winery. We canoed the New River, which was so serene. Had savory barbecue at the Peddalin Pig. We rode the Alpine Coaster. Most of all we loved grilling at the cabin and hanging at the fire pit! I’ll definitely be back!🌲 Tammy

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Did Not Want To Leave!

This place was perfect! It actually snowed on our way to the cabin in April! It is located on an easy access road but feels very private. We couldn’t get enough of the pretty views, especially from the big windows in the living room. The kitchen was so nice that my husband even cooked me breakfast one morning. We also loved the fireplace and how easy it was to turn off/on. Cannot think of one negative thing about this cabin. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful home!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne H.

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

Summer vacation

Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Delightful Springtime Memories

The house was immaculate, beds and couches were comfy, and the spring flowers were in bloom. My favorite resting place was the lovely landscaped firepit where we roasted marshmallows while drinking local wine. Besides the Banner Elk winery, don't miss the beautiful winery at Linville - there was live music at both places. Do hike the waterfall trail - it's invigorating but there are benches at strategic levels for the less athletic. Great vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

A Slice of Heaven

We stayed at Hounds Trail over Memorial Day weekend. The house provided every comfort of home. The large yard was perfect for our young sons to run and play. The sounds of the creek while sitting by the fire pit made for perfect evenings. The proximity to downtown Banner Elk and area attractions is perfect. You feel like you’re away from it all while still having access to everything. We contacted the homeowners directly to inquire about bringing our well-behaved Goldendoodle and they graciously obliged. We will absolutely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

A Slice of Heaven

We spent Memorial Day Weekend at Hounds Trail and it was perfect for your family. Our 3 young sons enjoyed the large yard and exploring the creek behind the house. The firepit was a wonderful spot each evening to unwind with s’mores! The home is comfortable and has so many comforts of home. The homeowners are so attentive and helpful—they clearly put a lot of effort into making sure guests have everything they need to enjoy their stay. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Cozy and Clean

Cozy and clean. Loved the views, the outside yard and the fire pit! Also, lunch down by the creek with the dogs was serene 😌

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Wonderful stay!

My family and I had an amazing week here! 10-15 min drive to downtown banner elk. The yard was perfect for our boys to play and run. The house was clean and very cozy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Fantastic Fun with A Fabulous cabin

We absolutely loved our stay at Hound Trails. From the time we entered the property we knew we would have the relaxing vacation we so well deserved. The cabin is nestled on a rolling hill with trees on the perimeter. The interior was cozy, clean, and very well decorated. We enjoyed relaxing by the fireplace while looking out on our snow covered yard. We couldn’t have asked for a better location. It was a 10 minute drive to the ski slopes and alpine coaster, a 5 minute drive to the winery and a 7 minute drive to downtown Banner Elk. We also hiked a beautiful trail with waterfalls, this was also very close to the cabin. We can’t wait to come back in the warmer months and enjoy the local art festivals and mountain biking trails.
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy Graham

It was amazing!!!

We had a fabulous stay at Hound Trails Cabin. From the coziness of the living space to the amazing views of the mountains, it was just a beauty of a place. We loved the decor of the cabin and the efficiency in the kitchen. We loved the close distance to the ski slopes, wineries, and great places to eat. Yes, we will be back!!

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

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

Great home!

Will rent again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsey M.

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

Great time in Banner Elk

This cabin was beautiful and so centrally located! Getting to banner elk, beech mountain, apple valley farm, the winery etc was very easy all within about 15 to 20 minutes away. The cabin was pretty inside and out and the views were great. The kitchen was very well appointed too.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

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