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Location! Charming mountain retreat at 4000' elevation with stunning views.

Banner Elk accommodation with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms163 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Seven Devils, NC
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Julian Price Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .You'll find Grandfather Trout Farm and Grandfather Mountain State Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Watauga River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Julian Price Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 23 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom and Grill - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Location! Charming mountain retreat at 4000' elevation with stunning views.

Under new ownership, this previous 5 star, top 5% short term rental - The Alpine Cottage is a peaceful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 1754 square foot retreat at 3,994-foot elevation, ideal for family, couples or a solo get away featuring a superb location close to everything. The property offers picturesque mountain views from 3 decks where you can take in the spectacular early morning sunrise over our gourmet coffee or relax with a glass of wine while watching the deer. From the backyard, gaze at the grandfather’s profile during the late fall and winter, for which Grandfather Mountain is named or explore the spacious wooded lot and babbling brook. Three levels allow the family to spread out for privacy with the kids enjoying time with the arcade, smart TVs, and games. Adventure awaits with all the high country has to offer with year-round activities as close at 5 – 30 minutes away, including Hawksnest Snow Tubing & Ziplining, Otter Creek Falls and Trails, Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster, the Blueridge Parkway, Linville Falls, Grandfather Mountain State Park, Grandfather Winery, Boone, Appalachian State University, Blowing Rock, Beech Mountain, and Sugar Mountain. 10 day stay max.

> Perfect for couples, families or quiet time alone
> Convenient, easy access with no steep driveway
> 3 decks with mountain view, spectacular sunrise!
> See Grandfather Mountain “face” outline from the
back deck
> Firepit
> Large wooded lot with picturesque little creek
> FAST Cable Wifi
> 4 smart TV’s
> Stone gas fireplace with remote control
> Master Bedroom king bed, w/en-suite bathroom.
> Master Bath w/soaker tub
> Master Bedroom heated mattress pad w/dual controls
> Master Bedroom reading nook
> Double bunkbed
> Pacman arcade, corn hole, board games
> Fully equipped kitchen with dishes, utensils, griddle, crock pot, bake ware
> Coffee/tea bar
> Open living space
> Gas Grill
> Electric heat and AC
> Washer/dryer
> Although not always needed, we still recommend a 4WD or AWD vehicle
from the beginning of November through the end of March

All bathrooms are stocked with hand soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and hair dryers. Towels and wash cloths are provided for each guest.

BEDROOM BREAKDOWNS
#1 Master Bedroom - King
#2 Guest Bedroom - 2 Twin
#3 Guest Bedroom – Double bunk bed

PROXIMITY TO NEARBY TOWNS AND ATTRACTIONS:

Hawksnest Snow Tubing & Zipline : less than 5 minutes
Otter Falls Hiking: less than 5 minutes
Boone: 15 minutes
Banner Elk: 15 minutes
Blowing Rock: 20 minutes
Linville: 15 minutes
Valle Crucis / Mast General Store: 15 minutes
Sugar Mountain: 15 minutes
Beech Mountain: 30 minutes
Grandfather Mountain State Park: 18 minutes
Access to Blue Ridge Parkway: various access points, 20 minutes approximately
Tweetsie Railroad: 25 minutes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for a long weekend before moving our son to App State. The family time was amazing and the house and location were perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute and comfortable house with great views and wonderful porches to sit on and enjoy the outside. Close to everything and a very responsive manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025