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Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub

Vacation home in Banner Elk with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Interior
Living area
Dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils, dining tables
Escape to the mountains at 'The Family's Jewel,' a captivating retreat in Echota on the Ridge. This meticulously furnished residence features multiple TVs, fireplaces, and decks for everyone to enjoy. A fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops elevates cooking into a delightful experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen

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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.

Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub

Bed Configuration: King (Primary Bedroom, Main Floor), Queen (Guest Bedroom, Main Floor), Queen and Full Futon (Guest Bedroom, Upstairs), King (Guest Bedroom, Downstairs), Sleeps 10

Description: Nestled in the tranquil Echota on the Ridge, "The Family's Jewel" stands as a captivating retreat conveniently located near the outdoor pool and fitness room. This appropriately named residence is a sanctuary in the scenic mountains of North Carolina, designed to accommodate up to 10 guests and is meticulously furnished.

A wealth of amenities awaits, with multiple TVs, fireplaces, and decks ensuring there's something for everyone. The fully equipped kitchen, adorned with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, elevates the art of cooking into a delightful experience.

The open kitchen, dining, and living rooms are bathed in natural light, providing a breathtaking mountain view. The generously sized dining room and the living room, featuring tongue and groove cathedral ceilings, comfortable seating, a TV, and a floor-to-ceiling stone gas log fireplace, create an inviting atmosphere. Step onto the deck to appreciate the fresh mountain air and breathtaking scenic views, where outdoor dining is made easy with a table, chairs, and a gas grill.

The main floor is dedicated to comfort, hosting the spacious primary suite  offering a beautiful mountain view with a luxurious bathroom. Accompanying this is a guest bedroom and bathroom. Upstairs, the loft bedroom and bathroom provide a private retreat. Downstairs, another seating area with a TV offers an additional cozy space for gatherings, while an enclosed bedroom surrounded by windows provides a treehouse-like escape. The luxurious guest bathroom downstairs features a stunning tile shower, and a private deck adds the finishing touch to this mountain gem. The primary and downstairs guest rooms feature king-sized beds, complemented by queens in the additional guest rooms, and a full futon in the loft bedroom.
Escape to the mountains and stay at “The Family’s Jewel.” 

Resorts' Amenities: Amenities in these gated resorts include indoor and outdoor (seasonal May 1 - Oct. 1) swimming pools with hot tubs, two private clubhouses, fitness rooms, stocked fishing ponds, a 23-acre riverfront park, community hiking trails and catch and release fishing.

Location: This Resort is centrally located to Boone, Banner Elk, Valle Crucis and Blowing Rock in the Foscoe area. The convenient location makes it just minutes away from all the High Country’s most famous attractions such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and Caverns, and Appalachian State University.  If you are looking for winter sports there are several different options from Hawksnest Snow Tubing, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, Beech Mountain Ski Resort, and Appalachian Ski Resort. Relax and enjoy the slow pace of the mountains and the fresh air or be adventurous and go hiking, fishing, biking, or sight-seeing. Some other things people enjoy are shopping, antiquing, skiing, golfing and miniature golfing, ziplining, go-karts, and gem mining.

TV Source: Spectrum Cable 

Please Remember: 

No Smoking 

No Pets

Parking for Two Vehicles at Property (Overflow parking located at the Ridge clubhouse)

4-Wheel Drive Recommended in Winter Months

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Events

No events allowed

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
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Appalachian State University - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain - 27 min drive - 16.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Watauga River and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.. Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Family's Jewel - Mtn Views, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Spectacular views and VERY quiet!

Very well maintained home and very clean. Would stay here again for sure. Very convenient to get to as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacke K.

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

Great location

We had a really nice weekend! The neighborhood is great and the location, fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Fantastic!

This lovely home was such a wonderful surprise! It captures the beauty of the surrounding environment… Can’t wait for another opportunity to stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooks D.

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

Beautiful view

This is a beautiful home with an absolutely incredible View. We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay tremendously. My only suggestions would be for the management company to consolidate their check-in information into one document, not three separate emails. Also, providing only two kitchen trash bags for a five night stay for a family of 8 was not enough. I understand renters buying paper towels, foil, etc, but trash bags? Overall though, or stay was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia K.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Ski Weekend

Overall a nice home and floor plan. There were some cleanliness issues. Dead bugs ( stink bugs)on floors and in light fixtures and pink mold in master shower. Dirty and dusty wood blinds. There needs to be more lighting on driveway for night arriving. The trash bins were quite a distance from the unit. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Denise A.

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

Weekend Getway

We enjoyed are stay here. The views were stunning. The house is situated up in the mountains. Driving up and down the tight windy roads was fun for most of us. The area is very private, quiet and 10-15 minutes away from everything. The house was spacious, gorgeous wrap around deck and nicely furnished. The kids loved the downstairs area, and loft like area upstairs. I would definitely stay here again but i would bring my own pillows and towels. The house needs some minor repairs, and a better cleaning crew.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Daniela T.

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

Beautiful home

The home is beautiful and the views speak for themselves. We were not happy about having to drive the trash to the dumpster each day. We also did not appreciate having to remove bedsheets, clean and put away all the dishes and clean the place before leaving. After all we were on vacation. I would not have minded loading everything into the dishwasher but I thought the check-out requirements were excessive, especially since we paid a cleaning fee.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Family weekend

I got to stay at this cabin for a weekend with family. It was such a cute cabin and met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Bob D.

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

Home review

Very nice home however, we were disappointed in two things: 1) there was NO offering for movie channels (Netflix, HBO, etc...) 2) the down stairs king bed mattress definitely needs replacing as it was VERY lumpy and VERY hard, this along with the downstairs shower tub drain needs some work as it did not drain well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

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

Great Snow Tubing Escape with family

This house was so perfect for our two families. We were 2 families of 4 and we had plenty of room for everyone. The kids loved the bedroom on the third floor. The fireplace was wonderful. Nothing beats the view from the main living area with two comfortable rocking chairs for the adults to relax in. We were super close to Hawks Nest Snow Tubing place and a winery. Boone was a quick 20 min drive so you had full access to restaurants or other convenience needs. The house was beautifully decorated and appliances were up to date. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very Nice Mountain Home

This house was exceptional. Very clean, beautiful views and a convenient location. Kitchen was perfect for our Thanksgiving meal. All furniture was nice and the beds were all very comfortable. Walking distance to the community center. Highly recommend this house
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sital P.

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

Exactly what listing says

Great stay, place was clean and beds very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Herb W.

Great view, single unit, nice to have upstairs, main, and lower sections for teenage and adult kids

My only hesitation in rating this property top notch is that it might make it harder to book in future! Great view, single unit, nice to have upstairs, main, and lower sections for teenage and adult children. Convenient to lots of activities. Great response from office on broken DVD player (replaced in <2 hours) and loose door handle (fixed within the hour). Did I mention the view and porch were amazing?
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017