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Upscale Modern Cabin in Private Setting

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors
TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2356 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. .This cabin is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Appalachian State University.

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Grandfather Trout Farm - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Upscale Modern Cabin in Private Setting

Welcome to Owl Ridge Retreat! This expansive, upscale log home is conveniently located between Boone and Banner Elk, close to Valle Crucis. It features three large bedrooms, an additional bunk room, and two full bathrooms, all situated on one level. The home's wide thresholds and hallways make it accessible for individuals with mobility difficulties. From the paved, level parking area, it is only a few steps up to the front porch, leading to a level front entrance.
*Allows pets with an additional fee.

The kitchen and dining areas are adjacent to one another, providing ample seating for the entire household. The kitchen is fully equipped and features a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stacked-stone fireplace, which is open on both sides for enjoyment from the dining area and the great room. The great room boasts leather furniture, wood floors, vaulted ceilings, a mounted TV, and a wall of windows that reveal seasonal mountain views. You can easily transition from the great room to the expansive open-air rear deck, which stretches from one end of the house to the other. The deck includes a hot tub, outdoor lounge, and dining area, offering views of the wooded surroundings and seasonal winter mountain scenery, along with a rolling backyard and a fire pit. Mature hardwoods encircle Owl Ridge Retreat, ensuring a tranquil and private experience.

On one side of the house, the master suite features a spacious bedroom with cathedral ceilings, a king bed, a leather reclining chair, and a TV. A massive closet includes a hidden office or nursery, and there are two rollaway twin beds stored within, providing flexible sleeping arrangements for families. The master suite also includes an ensuite Jack-and-Jill bathroom with a jetted soaking tub, a slate tile shower, and double vanities. On the other side, an additional bunk room shares the Jack-and-Jill bathroom and has two twin-over-twin bunk beds, making it convenient for families with children.

The opposite side of the house contains two large bedrooms, each equipped with a queen bed, cathedral ceilings, and a TV. These bedrooms are near a second full bathroom that includes a large custom shower. The laundry room, located on this side of the house, features a washer and dryer and offers exterior access for use as a mudroom entrance.

For larger groups, the neighboring Honey Bear Cabin is also available for booking and is within walking distance.

Owl Ridge Retreat is equipped with central heating and air conditioning, WiFi internet, HD Smart TVs for streaming apps, an Xbox One, Bluetooth music options, and a gas grill on the front porch—just a few of the features that guests can enjoy.

Centrally located in Valle Crucis, the retreat is less than five miles from the Valle Crucis Community Park, the Watauga River, the Original Mast General Store, restaurants, and shopping. Other nearby attractions include:
- Boone - 10 miles
- Blowing Rock - less than 15 miles
- Banner Elk - less than 15 miles
- Grandfather Mountain - about 10 miles
- Sugar Mountain Ski Resort - about 10 miles
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing & Zip Lines on Seven Devils - about 10 miles
- Appalachian Ski Mountain and Tweetsie Railroad - less than 15 miles
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort - about 20 miles
- Watauga Lake - less than 30 miles
- Linville Falls and Linville Caverns - less than 30 miles

Please Note: For security and winter weather monitoring, Owl Ridge Retreat is equipped with exterior cameras focused on the parking and driveway areas.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,356 square feet

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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Upscale Modern Cabin in Private Setting Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin was fantastic in every way! Comfortable beds, large gathering and eating space, and everytime we needed something in the kitchen, we found it! Excellent coffee supplies, cutting knives, pots and pans and all utensils. The firepit was great, and we even listened to the owls and saw a bear (from a distance). We would come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walk in to beauty! This cabin has a Wow factor! Its tucked away in a little nook and is very peaceful. Its close to Boone and has beautiful scenery. We loved sitting out by the fire pit. Great amenities and the spice rack was a bonus! We had a blast using the walkie talkies...reminded us of when we were little. We will definitely be recommending this location to our friends. Returning is must.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025