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Cozy ski retreat with balcony, full kitchen & fire table - ideal location

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 452.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Grandfather Mountain
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy ski retreat with balcony, full kitchen & fire table - ideal location

Hemlock Hideout

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Your next outdoor adventure needs a place to call home base in between hikes or runs down the slopes. What better place than Hemlock Hideout? Cozy, yet perfect for a small family or couple to enjoy, this home is split into two levels. The lower level features a comfortable living area complete with a TV, a fireplace to cuddle up beside, and a fun blue sleeper sofa to kick back on. Plus, the cook of the group will be glad to know that the full kitchen has everything needed to prepare anything from a quick breakfast to a gourmet dinner. Come summer, the private patio will beckon you to sip a glass of wine by the fire table and embrace the slower lifestyle of Banner Elk as the sun dips behind the trees. Switch up the daily routine and book an unforgettable vacation today.

THINGS TO KNOW
This home does not have a ground-floor bedroom.
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.

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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English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Fireplace

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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.
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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

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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. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. 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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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 17 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy ski retreat with balcony, full kitchen & fire table - ideal location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy ski retreat with balcony, full kitchen & fire table - ideal location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy ski retreat with balcony, full kitchen & fire table - ideal location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy ski retreat with balcony, full kitchen & fire table - ideal location located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Sugar Mountain Resort. Linville River and Grandfather Mountain State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lindsay F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Could be better

We knew from previous reviews that the pullout sofa bed would be uncomfortable, and figured we would deal with it because the place is a good price and location. This was the WORST mattress I have ever laid on. Do not book this place if you plan to have adults sleep on the pullout. You can literally feel every single spring of the mattress poking into your body with zero cushion. And we are really not that picky about sleeping. Besides this absolute dealbreaker the place has so much potential to be awesome, if only the local property team would provide adequately for guests and respond to issues. For four guests, they provided 6 pillow cases, one comforter, and one throw blanket. There was an overly eager Vacasa representative texting me the whole trip asking if there was anything we needed, but when I requested an additional comforter and pillow cases they repeatedly told me they would notify the local team who would take care of it. We stayed for 4 nights and the local team never showed up or contacted us. On the first night the propane tank on the fireplace went out, and again the local team never showed up to replace it. Bottom line is you get what you pay for. The pros of this are great location for skiing sugar mountain, also nice specialized touches for dog guests like bowls, beds, mat and bones. If you plan to come, don’t expect the gas fireplace to have propane and bring your own air mattress and bedding if you have more than two people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

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

Great Stay Close to Sugar Mountain

The inside of the property was cozy, and advertised exactly how pictured. Only issue I had was the outside parking area had some cans left out from a different neighbor. Overall great spot though
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

Maria M.

Disappointed

The location was excellent, close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C., Candor

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

Cozy

Perfect cozy condo for 2 grandparents, 2 grands, and our golden retriever trying to pack viewing as much fall foliage, waterfalls, and Tweetsie ghost train Friday- Sunday.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Barbara L.

Cozy spot for 2 with balcony

Loved the helpful text labels identifying light switches with lights, etc. The two Adirondack chairs on the balcony are comfortable and the little lights along the railing are adorable. Enjoyed the tvs in the livingroom and bedroom. The hill and narrow lane to the rental might be a concern in winter but no worries other seasons. Little extras for your pet are a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Cassie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute spot! But misleading listing.

The location of this property was very convenient and the condo itself was cute. However, the listing was misleading. The kitchen was VERY cramped and by no means as equipped as the listing described. Additionally the fire table did not work. It was moderately clean but there was a lack of attention to detail. It served our needs as we were mainly out and about but had expected more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Shannon C.

nice place

The house itself was nice. All the essentials you need. Just beware of the huge pothole in the neighborhood as you first arrive. I ran over it and it hurt my tire. Was loosing air in it all weekend long.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace E.

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

Great condo, great area

Cozy little condo with a lot to do around it. The place was nice and clean, I only gave it 4 stars for cleanliness because there were quite a lot of cellar spiders (completely harmless and not scary, just appeared everywhere in the house). Overall very nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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4/10 Poor

Jessica Y.

Disappointed

Not a bad area, close to a lot of things BUT I was told it was “ready” about 8 hours before I actually got there and I got there to a dirty rental. Couch was very dirty with leaves on it, towels in the kitchen weren’t clean, carpet definitely wasn’t vacuumed, spiders, spider webs and cob webs everywhere, and fireplace didn’t work. Quality of pans was very poor. I texted and was told it could be “re cleaned” but declined because my belongings were in the rental and didn’t want someone in there with my stuff. Good area, poor rental. Disappointed I wasn’t compensated at all for the poor quality. I won’t stay there again.
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8/10 Good

Shelley T.

Hemlock Hide Out

The condo has nice essentials. Meets the need for a day or two on the slopes and cooking some dinner. Location is convenient.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Great Stay

Everything was spotless and this place had everything needed for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

SO RELAXING

What a wonderful place. Such a relaxing few days.

8/10 Good

Glenna S., Powhatan, Virginia USA

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

Great visit to Banner Elk

We met our friends for the weekend. They rented unit next door so great set up. Great pet friendly rental and area! Unit is nicely updated and comfortable, perfect for a small family group. Clean, internet and TVs worked great. Bathroom nice. Quiet at night in the area. Very good value for the price. Would recommend to others for a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Very cozy

It was a lovely little getaway to decompress. Just perfect for me and my little dog. Loved that there were food dishes because I did forget his bowls. Netflix was perfect because it did rain while I was there and my little car isn't well equipped to drive steep wet roads so we just stayed in and relaxed. Only feedback I have is the little patio lights didn't work and I couldn't get the downstairs fan to work. Upstairs fan worked great but unfortunately I am a light sleeper and it was loud enough to wake me. Also would recommend a toaster for the kitchen. I didn't see one. Overall it was easy check in and check out and a nice little getaway. Just what we needed. Definitely wouldn't mind staying again.
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6/10 Okay

Tania L.

Beautiful Place, but ...

This cabin is beautiful and very close to Sugar Mountain. You can walk around 5 minutes to Sugar Mountain Parking Lot #6 and take their bus. In my case I give them 3 stars for the following reasons: 1. Sofa sleeper had excessive amount of dog fur. I know this is a pet friendly place, but lack of cleaning is not negotiable. 2. The cabin did not have extra sheets and covers, for pillows and sofa sleeper mattress. 3. Sofa sleeper mattress was very uncomfortable, I could feel all the springs. I have stayed in many apartments to ski, but all of them had memory foam sofa sleeper mattress. 4. My reservation was for 3 people, but the cabin only had 2 towels in the bath. 5. I had an emergency where my car was stuck in the snow and was not able to leave the cabin by the check out time. I sent a message to explain the situation to make a late checkout, initially the person that texted me said should be no problem. Later I called to confirm that I will be able to do late checkout and they said was not possible. I had to paid an extra day to be able to leave later that same day.

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