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Stunning cabin w/ wraparound deck, firepit, free WiFi, & private hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101760 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Popular LocationSugar Mountain Resort16 min walk
  • Popular LocationHawksnest Tubing Park19 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrandfather Mountain21 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)80 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning cabin w/ wraparound deck, firepit, free WiFi, & private hot tub

Sweet Retreat

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The beauty and serenity of Sugar Mountain are just waiting to put your mind at ease here at Sweet Retreat. Boasting an unmatched open layout with tall ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and rustic wood accents, this home away has the charm of a traditional cabin in the woods while still offering all of the comforts of home. Take advantage of the wraparound deck and bring a morning cup of coffee out into the crisp mountain air to start each day on a good note or end the night with a dip in the hot tub. Come summer, stepping outside for a cookout on the gas grill or gathering by the firepit as the stars come out will be a treat. For more formal dinners, the chef of the group can step into the fully equipped kitchen and whip up any recipe with ease. Plus, the living area will be the hub for entertaining with free WiFi, a large flatscreen TV, a stone fireplace, and plush sofas to kick back on.

Things to Know
4WD/traction may be required in winter
Please note that there are two twin rollaway beds in the closet.
A Tesla charging station is available for guest use
There is forced HVAC/air conditioning

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

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

Ski shuttle details:




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

Languages

French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,760 square feet

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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 not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

45240

About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this vacation home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech 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 and Pisgah National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 16 min walk
  • Grandfather Golf and Country Club - 10 min drive
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 19 min drive
  • Grandfather Mountain - 21 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - 13 min drive
  • Banner Elk Cafe - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Kaye's Kitchen - 19 min drive
  • Bella's - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning cabin w/ wraparound deck, firepit, free WiFi, & private hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning cabin w/ wraparound deck, firepit, free WiFi, & private hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning cabin w/ wraparound deck, firepit, free WiFi, & private hot tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning cabin w/ wraparound deck, firepit, free WiFi, & private hot tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Linville River and Sugar Creek Gem Mine. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaileigh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cozy Spacious Cabin!!!
This place was perfect for our group. Had 5 adults and could’ve fit more people. The hot tub was absolutely amazing to have after being on the slopes all day. The main living area is huge, nice open floor plan. Central Heat works great but there is a gas fireplace that warms the place up quick too. Having a dryer to throw your ski clothes in is such a luxury so they’re dry by the time you put them on the next morning. Would 100% recommend this place and we will stay here again when we come back to ski, if it’s available.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jorge S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nightmare experience at Sweet Retreat, Sugar Mountain NC
Once we get there, We found the main bedroom messy. It seemed like somebody left the bedroom a few minutes ago. Nobody cleaned the house after the previous travelers left. The coffee brewer had the filter used inside. The dishwasher was full o dishes. The other bedrooms had only one sheet. So have to make up the beds. No trash bags. No paper towels. So we had to go to Food Lion to get some the first night. When we get there, nobody did anything to clear the driveway at least a little bit. It was full of snow, around 30 inches, and the hill is around 40 degrees. You only can access that driveway in that condition if you have a special truck. We had 4x4 vehicles but no big. So we had to park the cars on the street. Next morning a policeman told we have to move the cars asap. The third day we finally got 2 tickets. We have to pay $75 per vehicle. I got hurt when I was trying to access the house for the first time, I was buried till my knees, and then I felt down, because the stairs where frozen. I called them 4 times to claim for somebody to clear the driveway, because the House doesn't have a shovel. They told me that somebody is coming to clear the driveway right away. After 2 hours, I called again because nobody showed up, another operator told me they are not responsible for that situation, so I have to deal with that. 20 minutes later, somebody called me saying they are going to refund me 50% of cleaning fee and they will send somebody to clear the driveway.Nobody showed up
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Slavisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property in a beautiful place
Property was well maintained and my family enjoyed staying there. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible
The cabin was extremely dirty, i call several times to see if they can come and clean but they never come. The master bedroom was extremely cold we got so sick. Don't stay in this properly you will waste your time and money.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall in Sugar Mountain
The cabin was everything as pictured. Kitchen was very well equipped but bed were very uncomfortable. Had one hiccup with no toilet paper upon arrival which was resolved 24 hours later. Overall would use this site again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonus
Very nice accommodation-hot tub and fire pit bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha S., Apex, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house, perfect location
This house is amazing! Well equipped kitchen, comfortable living spaces, comfortable beds and a hot tub! Sunrise is beautiful! Perfect place to stay to enjoy Sugar Mountain. Location is close to fun things to do - we snowboarded, zip-lined and hiked! We will definitely will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Mountain Cabin
Overall we were very thrilled with the cabin from the time we got there until the time we left. The cabin was clean, spacious and had a great mountain feel. We really enjoyed the sunrise off the back deck as well as the hot tub at night. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your cabin. Note: There were not any check out instructions, so we hope that we left everything to your liking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos B.

Lack of responsibility
The house is very cozy, the only thing was that the windows were full of dust and that when we arrived and the house was covered with 12 "of snow from the day before, and the hosts did not do anything to solve or clean the area for us, to be able to have access to the house. This should be the responsibility of the owner, not us arriving at night and trying to figure how to get to the door. I had to drive around at 8:00 pm to find someone with a truck to clean the driveway so we can have access to the house. That it is the last thing someone wants to do with the family and two babies in the car, it really was awkward moment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liselotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin in a great area
We had the most amazing stay in the perfect cabin that fully lived up to our expectations. Everything worked perfectly and the standard was spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023