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The Zen Den a peaceful cottage with mountain views in gorgeous Banner Elk

Cabin perfectly located for exploring Mill Ridge

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Banner Elk

Mill Ridge stay.A stay at this Mill Ridge cabin places you within half a mile (1 km) of Watauga River and 3 miles (5 km) of Grandfather Vineyard & Winery. The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. and Grandfather Trout Farm are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grandfather Trout Farm - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬10 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.

The Zen Den a peaceful cottage with mountain views in gorgeous Banner Elk

Welcome to The Zen Den, a peaceful retreat in the heart of Banner Elk. Perfect for up to 4 guests, this stylish, elevated space offers a serene escape with modern comforts. Explore nearby Boone, Blowing Rock, and Beech Mountain, where you can snowboard, ski, hike, and more. After a day of adventure, unwind in the tranquil ambiance of The Zen Den. Whether you’re here to relax or explore, our space is the ideal base for your mountain getaway. Book now and experience the best of Banner Elk!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

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
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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
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 first aid kit
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

The Zen Den a peaceful cottage with mountain views in gorgeous Banner Elk Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason K., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Host provided everything we needed to make check-in and check-out smooth a couple days before we arrived
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Hudson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay was good, the location was great and it had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025