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Darren's Place is a rustic secluded mountain home, with lots of space to roam.

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Grandfather view from porch, fall.
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Golf
Grandfather view from porch in winter.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Grandfather Trout Farm
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Darren's Place is a rustic secluded mountain home, with lots of space to roam.

Grandfather Mountain views while front porch rocking on secluded five acres. Just minutes from skiing, hiking, alpine coaster, shopping, dining and more. Close to Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns and Fall, Beech Mountain Ski, Sugar Mountain Ski, Appalachian Ski, Banner Elk, and Valle Crucis.
***Rought driveway, high ground clearance vehicle and 4WD, AWD, is required.***
***No AC***

Property manager

Meleah Printz
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Tenants must bring their own bath towels.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is 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. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Land of Oz are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Grandfather Trout Farm - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Darren's Place is a rustic secluded mountain home, with lots of space to roam. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Darren's Place is a rustic secluded mountain home, with lots of space to roam.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darren's Place is a rustic secluded mountain home, with lots of space to roam.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Darren's Place is a rustic secluded mountain home, with lots of space to roam. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Watauga River and Grandfather Trout Farm. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherai M.

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

I think this will be a yearly stay for my family.

Beautiful property. Well stocked with kitchen supplies to cook with. Very clean. Great communication with host. Would certainly stay again! I am already planning a couples only trip there for just my fiancé and me.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Darren’s Place was a wonderful family place to stay. Gorgeous views of Grandfather and surrounding mountains. Rocking on the front porch with those views and watching the kids play in the huge yard was just what we needed! The host thought of everything, from detailed check in steps to having all the essentials at hand, including baby gear. The location was very convenient to all we had planned!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Remote

Very well equipped, peaceful relaxing, breathtaking views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

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

Wonderful All Around

The house was exactly as described and in a perfect location. The best communication I have ever had with an owner ever A Will for sure rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Baine M.

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

Great Stay!

We loved the place! It wasn't the cleanest place we have ever stayed. Cobwebs were all over the place and the floor didn't look to be swept very well. There were a ton of lady bugs but that didn't bother us. It was overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tera H.

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

Hello mountains!

We loved our stay at their home. It was perfect. Loved the outdoor space. Wouldn’t chance a thing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Clean and pretty property

Very cute property, pretty view from kitchen. Simple check in/out procedure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hunter R.

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

Nice place to stay

Nice, fairly secluded property. The only negative for me was the tons of lady bugs in the house (1,000s of them). The driveway is very rough which I don't believe was mentioned on the ad, but as long as you have a car that has decent clearance it's fine. The price was excellent compared to others in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Katie G.

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

Lovely stay in the mountains near Boone

This was a very clean property with a beautiful front porch. It's priced VERY fairly for the area and was nice and quiet. My favorite parts: the fans in each room to help with white noise, the big couches to comfortably watch the giant tv, the front porch with all its chairs, the cleanliness. I wish it had: better pillows (if you're picky, maybe bring your own), a few more amenities like soap, shampoo, conditioner, some spices, oils, or condiments in the kitchen. It's pretty bare bones.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway!!

This beautiful house is the perfect spot for those who are looking for something secluded and away from the typical commercial properties. It sits high up on a ridge in the shadow of Grandfather Mountain giving you an amazing up close view. Any pictures really don’t do it justice! Then from the kitchen window there is an absolutely breathtaking panoramic view of the blue ridge mountains. The house itself is very well constructed with a spacious living area and a well furnished kitchen with plenty of space at a huge kitchen table! The bathrooms were very modern and clean. The porch is a wonderful touch for the mountain vacation experience with lots of room and seating for everyone. I highly recommend this amazing property and definitely plan on returning on our annual vacation to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Meleah Printz

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English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests