Elegant Home with Incredible Views

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Banner Elk

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Dining
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Banner Elk lodge, you'll find Watauga River and Foggy Mountain Gem Mine. Also, Hound Ears Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Appalachian State University - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 22 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 26 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Appalachia Cookie Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Elegant Home with Incredible Views

Must be at least 25 years of age to book.

Welcome to Cucumber Tree Lodge!

Cucumber Tree Lodge is a spacious and elegant home in the historic Valle Crucis community, the heart of the High Country, conveniently `between Boone and Banner Elk. This accommodating lodge is a unique retreat, nestled into the mountainside, overlooking distant ridgelines and the valley below. Designed with warm wood details, a cozy double-sided wood fireplace, and ample seating around a large HDTV, the living room is a welcoming hub for this home. The high vaulted wood ceilings feature barn-style beams and intricate artisan details.

The kitchen has high-end stainless appliances and space to gather around a large island. There is seating for 18 at multiple tables and the kitchen island, with an additional dining table outside on the covered porch. The hot tub is on the open porch outside the main living area, with Adirondack chairs and a fire table to enjoy nearby. The lower-level porch features abundant additional seating, playing space, and a ping-pong table.

The lower-level family room has a pool table, a convertible game/poker table with a complete set of poker chips, an HDTV, a second kitchen, a small bar area, and two additional bedrooms.
*Allows pets with an additional fee

There is parking for five (5) vehicles. There is no means of charging electric cars at Cucumber Tree Lodge. The home is off a privately-maintained gravel road with proximity to the main roads. **4WD or AWD is necessary during the winter months.**
There is a Ring doorbell and security camera installed on the portico post that faces the driveway.

This home is just a few short miles/minutes from the historic Mast General store and the Valle Crucis Community Park. The park boasts multiple playgrounds, basketball courts, soccer fields, walking trails, and access to the Watauga River for fishing, swimming, and floating. Other nearby attractions include:

Greater Foscoe Mining Company (approx. 5 miles)
Downtown Boone and Appalachian State University (approx. 6 miles)
Grandfather Vineyard and Winery (approx. 6 miles)
Blue Ridge Parkway (approx. 8 miles)
Appalachian Ski Mountain (approx. 10 miles)
Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park (approx. 10 miles)
Black Tie Ski Rental of Boone concierge service (approx. 0.5 miles)

Book your stay at Cucumber Lodge today!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Table tennis

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room

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 are welcome
  • Service animals 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

490040