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Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room

Family-friendly stay near Sugar Mountain Resort

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2 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Sugar Creek Gem Mine
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Banner Elk

On river.Stay at this Banner Elk cabin and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine and 2 miles (3 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort. Lees-McRae College and Banner House Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Appalachian State University - 27 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬6 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.

Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room

The Space: 1880s Heritage meets Modern Comfort
Step back in time without sacrificing luxury. Originally built in 1884 and meticulously restored, "This Old River Cabin" is a 1,200 sq. ft. sanctuary that blends authentic Appalachian character with high-end modern amenities.

The Vibe: Curated local art, hand-poured concrete, and reclaimed wormy chestnut wood create an atmosphere rooted in regional craftsmanship.

The Location: Waterfront on the Elk River. You are 1 mile from Sugar Mountain Resort and 2 miles from downtown Banner Elk—close to the action, yet tucked away in nature.

Easy Access: Featuring rare flat parking and a charming private wooden bridge entrance, making arrival simple even in winter months.

Chef’s Kitchen & Coffee Bar
We’ve preserved the 19th-century soul of the kitchen while providing the tools a modern foodie expects.

Artisanal Design: Custom cabinets crafted from the cabin’s original walls and a deep farmhouse sink.

The Coffee Ritual: A fully stocked bar featuring a Drip Maker, French Press, and Chemex for the perfect mountain morning.

High-End Gear: Equipped with a Crockpot, blender, professional knives, and a full suite of spices and oils.

Authentic Living Note: To protect our historic plumbing, the kitchen does not have a disposal. We provide a high-capacity water filtration pitcher in place of a fridge dispenser to ensure the freshest mountain water while maintaining the cabin’s vintage integrity.

Rest & Refresh
Master Sanctuary: King bed with premium linens, a dual-zone heated mattress topper, and ambient lighting.

The Bunk Room: Custom-built bunks + 1 Queen bed. A cozy, flexible retreat designed for both kids and adults.

Spa-Inspired Baths: Featuring rain shower heads and hand-carved stone sinks sourced directly from the Elk River on the property.

Outdoor Living
Riverside Relaxation: A wraparound deck with string lights, a porch swing, and rocking chairs next to the rushing water.

Evening Magic: Gather around the private fire pit or soak in the hot tub under the stars.

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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

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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
Contactless check-out available

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

  • 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, outdoor lighting, 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
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, a smoke detector, outdoor lighting, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room to the airport?

This cabin is 54 mi (74-min drive) away from the Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room on Jun 27, 2026 start from CA $500, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room to downtown Banner Elk?

This cabin is 2 mi away from Banner Elk.

Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property with a very responsive host! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, very relaxing next to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carter g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very special place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive host. Beautiful property with everything we needed and special touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

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

Family time

Our stay was just so relaxing. We loved the cabin and we loved being outside on the creek/river and sitting by the fire pit. The location makes it very easy to get to different mountain attractions. So glad we had the chance to stay here. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kindahl m.

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

Banner Elk cabin

We loved our stay in this rustic yet modern cabin. My family had a wonderful weekend getaway here and enjoyed the property so much, we loved the river right on the property and the hot tub overlooking it. That was the highlight for us :) The kids loved the bunk beds and the master bedroom is so spacious, easily fit the pack and play for our 2 year old. Thanks for letting us stay in your cabin, we hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic elegance with refined comfortThis rustic cabin delivered an exceptional, luxury-level experience while maintaining its authentic mountain charm. The beds were remarkably comfortable, with premium mattresses and high-quality linens that made every night deeply restful—an unexpected and welcome touch in a cabin setting.The hot tub was immaculate and perfectly maintained, offering a peaceful, spa-like retreat and the ideal way to unwind after a full day on the slopes.The host’s communication was truly outstanding—prompt, clear, and attentive from booking through check-out. Every detail felt thoughtfully handled, making the entire stay seamless and stress-free.The location was ideal, with convenient access to nearby ski resorts while still feeling private and serene. It struck the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation.This cabin sets a high bar for rustic luxury. We would absolutely return and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a refined mountain getaway with all the comforts done right.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tempe C.

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

Storybook setting

We absolutely loved staying at Old River Cabin in Banner Elk. It was everything we hoped it would be and more. Every little detail was thought of from wonderful cooking spices to the most luxurious bedding. We also greatly appreciated the use of non toxic care products in the kitchen and bathrooms. The hot tub and surrounding river were just icing on the cake! This was truly a magical getaway for us! We can’t wait to return:)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Secluded but close to everything!

Beautiful home built in the 1800’s with a modern twist. Everything you would need is there! I loved the secluded feel, but you could be close to a shop in a few minutes. The porch is amazing. Overlooks a small river that has stairs down to it, so my son played for hours! And the hot tub is off a little path with the cutest Edison lights. Such a relaxing stay and the host was very communicative!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ally P.

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

Weekend get away

My husband and I stayed at the river cottage for a long weekend. I was excited to stay here from the pictures it looks so cute and charming and it did not disappoint the setting was perfect the attention to detail was amazing they have done a such a great job keeping the character of the cottage the sound of the creek was perfect the fire pit was so nice to have. Veronica was amazing at getting back asap with any questions I had, and very attentive! It was in a great location a short drive(3 minutes) to downtown banner elk and close by to blowing rock and Boone we took the parkway. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacey p.

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

Above Expectations

We were four old college roommates meeting up for a girls weekend. This Old River Cabin was the perfect place for us to relax and reconnect. Loved the mix of the rustic old cabin and modern furnishings. The back porch was a wonderful place to enjoy a glass of wine and listen to water in the little river. Beds were all really comfortable. Location put us 15-30 minutes from everything we wanted to do: Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock/Boone, wineries/ breweries and restaurants. Veronica was a fabulous host. She was always quick to respond to any questions. If you are looking for a place to stay in Banner Elk that is unique and not your typical basic mountain cabin, you will love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Wonderful Holiday

What a beautiful home in a fabulous location. Our family spent a low key thanksgiving in this home. We relaxed in the cozy surroundings, enjoyed the fire pit and hot tub. This home had everything we were looking for, it was clean and had comfy. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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