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Dog-friendly getaway with amazing mountain views & fast WiFi - walk to slopes

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9110.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Grandfather Mountain
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Dog-friendly getaway with amazing mountain views & fast WiFi - walk to slopes

The Hemlock Hideaway

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A family vacation to Sugar Mountain never looked so good! It will be just the place for outdoorsy families or a group of skiers alike. Make the most of fresh powder less than a mile from your front door in the winter and indulge in hiking or mountain biking when the warmer weather uncovers pristine trails nearby. For even more adventure, head to Grandfather Mountain State Park, eight miles away, and check out the Mile High Swinging Bridge! Plus, Banner Elk is just four miles north, where you will find various local shops and restaurants to check out.

Boasting a fun lofted layout, plenty of space for the whole gang to spread out, and easy access to the slopes nearby, there will be no dull moments on this getaway. Start each day with crisp mountain air and the sound of the birds in the trees with a cup of coffee on the private deck. Before heading out for full days of fun, hop into the well-equipped kitchen and whip up a tasty meal to fuel up. When everyone returns to home base, the high-speed WiFi will be perfect for streaming favorite shows on the TV or catching up on work while away, yet simply cozying up by the fireplace with a mug of hot cocoa and a book in hand can be the perfect cap to each dreamy day.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
Streaming services are available with guests' own accounts.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Ski shuttle details:

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 45 lbs each.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this condo is near theme parks and in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lees-McRae College - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 20 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly getaway with amazing mountain views & fast WiFi - walk to slopes pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly getaway with amazing mountain views & fast WiFi - walk to slopes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly getaway with amazing mountain views & fast WiFi - walk to slopes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly getaway with amazing mountain views & fast WiFi - walk to slopes located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort, Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Linville River. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 27 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shara

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

march stay

Stayed for the last week of skiing (Sugar Mountain).Overall it was a great experience!The house did have a smoke smell but we let it air out and didnt bother us much the rest of the stay. Beautiful area. Close to gas and groceries. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Donna H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Close to slopes was a plus. Older property so a smell of 70’s cigarette smoke lingered. Clean but when we arrived, the cleaners had left dirty towels in bathroom sink. Kitchen was very well stocked. Considering those few hiccups, I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Amazing place

This place was very nice and super clean. Very close to the lifts. All beds were so comfortable. We will definitely be coming back to this particular rental every year! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy b.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice place, kitchen under-equipped, no communication

So, the home and upstairs bed is comfortable and in a great location. First off, the condo Reeked of cigarette smoke. light in microwave is always on and door taped shut, doesn't work. Counters were dirty, table and coffee table were dirty also. Question about coffee filters was answered 4 days late. We had to go back out to get filters. Greasy pan left in stove. The can opener is broken and doesn't work. There is only 1 hand towel for the kitchen and no potholders. Description boasts a well-equipped kitchen. There is only 2 fry pans, 1 tiny pot and 2 stock pots for cooking. Downstairs exhaust fan in bathroom does not work. I'm pretty disappointed with VRBO mainly because all resposes seemed to be AI generated and were always at least 4 days later. I even tried contacting what i thought might be the owners with no response at all! I think it might be a corporate owned property. Even after trying to reach someone about these issues all I got was "we hope you enjoyed your stay." This home wasn't cheap and our experience was less than satisfactory.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Johnathan J.

Good Value but entire unit smells like smoke

Overall, a good value for an off season rental. If you are sensitive to cigarette smoke I would book another rental.
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8/10 Good

Ingrid D.

Nice little condo nestled in woods

We joined up with our family for a quick holiday weekend in the cool NC mountain air. We found the living area, kitchen and all rooms clean and suited our needs well. Our only disappointment upon arrival was that the 4digit code to lock box to get the key to enter did not work and another car was parked in one of our 2 spots the entire stay. Thankfully we texted Vacasa to get another lock box code and they were quick to respond and called to ensure we were able to gain access and all okay.

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Hemlock Hideaway

This was the perfect location for a fall break getaway. Even with a little mixup with our checkin date they quickly made it right. Well stocked kitchen and comfortable beds/furniture. Overall, a great unit if you’re looking to stay in Sugar Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Great condo

Condo is in a great location. Dog walking a breeze with hiking trails across the street. Clean and comfortable. Went in September and the weather was perfect. Might get hot in summer as it has no AC. Does have plenty of fans available, however. Would be an amazing property to rent for skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa M., Sylva, NC

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

Very serviceable condo with lots of beds

The condo was convenient to the slopes (not an easy walk in ski boots, but easy in regular shoes; took about 5 minutes through the woods and across a bridge), had lots of room, and had updated decor. I appreciated the closet outside the front door for ski gear. The kids appreciated having Disney+. The dogs appreciated having a park just across the street from the condo complex entrance. Not spotless, but serviceably clean (I felt no need to clean further on arrival). I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian V.

Great spot when visiting Sugar Mountain

Very close and convenient, super cozy and comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Boyd R.

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

Great access to Sugar Ski Resort

Nice and very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan J.

Great stay!

Walking to the slopes for a great day of skiing was a great feature. Nicely updated and clean home. Definitely will be back

4/10 Poor

Vishal G.

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

It's a condo with neighbors downstairs, so do not expect more

Tight space for a family, no big space for 6 or more peoe to spend together, except the king bed in one bedroom other beds are not comfortable for adults and big kids. Since it's a condo you got to be very cautious about neighbors downstairs, maybe not worth the price we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Molo Properties 1 J.

Wonderful getaway

This home was comfortable and welcoming. The kitchen was well appointed with everything one would need for a time away from home. The living room opened into the dining area, providing ample comfortable space for our family. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of sleeping room for our family. The view from the expansive picture window in the dining area was spectacular. The outside deck provided extra space for relaxing. The home was conveniently located to area attractions and eateries. We will definitely make this home a future destination.

8/10 Good

Susan D.

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

Great location easy access to everything in sugar mountain restaurants not enough of them

Everything was great the only disappointment we had was we couldn't get the fireplace to work thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Fall 2021

Enjoyed our time in this condo. It was very comfortable, but the stairs can be a lot if you're older. The blankets for the upstairs King room need to be replaced as there were a few holes and pulls in the blankets. All in all, a nice condo for your getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Sharleen A.

Nice condo, worked for weekend away

Nice condo for a short stay, needs some work for a long stay. Be prepared for steep stairs, not for elderly people or dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

RACHEL S.

Hemlock Hideaway

Great location and perfect for family getaway. I would recommend making sure guests understand that there isn’t air conditioning and for letting pet owners know there isn’t a great place to walk animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Molo Properties 1 J.

Wonderful getaway

The home provided a much needed getaway for the weekend. It provided perfectly relaxing family time both inside and out on the deck. It was clean and bright; welcoming from the minute we arrived. We look forward to our next stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Beautiful Modern Cabin

I absolutely love this cabin. Beautiful, modern home with a look out window in the dining room that over looks the mountain and brightens up the whole room. Surrounded by very respectful neighbors and perfect for families and pets. The owners were supper helpful with anything and happy to answer any questions about the area and activities. I am so excited for my next stay at the hemlock!
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10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Great place!

Second time staying at this rental. They have done some nice upgrades! Host was accommodating and will be coming back again!
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10/10 Excellent

Miles S.

A Delightful Hideaway

A quaint location tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina it provided us with perfect spot to experience the great outdoors. Its ideal location on Sugar Mountain and close proximity to Grandfather Mountain State Park is a must for anyone wishing to experience the beauty of North Carolina. The home was clean and met all of our needs during the stay. Could not recommend more!
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10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Great place for a family!

Outstanding home that is walkable to the slopes and nearby park. The beds were extremely comfortable which is always a nice touch! Very clean and comfortably furnished. Would highly recommend this property for anyone to stay in!

4/10 Poor

Hope M., Clayton NC

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Old and unkept

Several lamps were broken and inoperable. Leather couch had tears so we had to put blanket on it to sit on it. Neighbors below were renovating and had old toilet and other appliances on their deck visible from our back windows. One of the closets had no doors and there was a constant smell of cigarette smoke in this condo which we think was coming from the neighbors below. Accommodations were not worth what we had to pay for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jenifer H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Dirty, Old, and Smelly

This property needs serious attention. Repairs are need to fix broken lamps, install a dryer vent, fix the toilets, hang closet doors, and increase the capacity of the hot water heater. A cleaning service needs to remove the debris from the floor, wipe down the walls, sweep out the cobwebs, and install an adequate ventilation system. Chain smoking downstairs and constant construction noise made the stay very unpleasant. The loft stairs are not safe to climb and the view from the living room window is pile of construction debris (broken toilet, rolls of old carpet) and rotting trash. Stay somewhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

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