Whispering Pines Retreat

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Banner Elk, NC

Lees-McRae College
‪1 min walk‬
Beech Mountain Resort
‪11 min drive‬
Sugar Mountain Resort
‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to our cozy retreat in the heart of Banner Elk! Nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, our charming townhouse offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy stunning mountain views from the balcony, listen to local bands play while enjoying the deck, unwind by the fireplace after a day of exploring, and indulge in local cuisine at nearby restaurants. Hiking trails, ski resorts, and charming shops are at your doorstep in this centrally located mountain retreat.

Property manager

Alyson Gill

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Greek

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Banner Elk

Banner Elk is home to this holiday home. Tweetsie Railroad is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting.

Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

Lees-McRae College - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Land of Oz - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
Beech Mountain Resort - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
Hawksnest Tubing Park - 19 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬2 min walk
‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬2 min walk
‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
‪5506' Skybar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Pines Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Retreat located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lees-McRae College and Banner House Museum. Flat Top Brewing Company and Banner Elk Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

26 February 2025

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

Wonderful property!

We had a lovely stay! The location was perfect for enjoying the mountains and riding over to Boone. The house was beautiful and clean! Would love to stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

27 March 2025

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

Great spot 2 minutes from LMC and downtown Banner Elk

Plenty of space, clean and 2 min walk to Lees-McRae campus and downtown Banner Elk. Owners sent helpful info regarding the property and surrounding area ahead of check-in. Plan to stay here again when visiting.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

1 February 2025

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

Weekend Ski getaway

This lovely little home perfectly place between two ski resorts in a cute little town with great local cuisine was perfect for our annual ski/birthday weekend. We enjoyed every moment.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

26 December 2024

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

Great house, walking distance to downtown

Location was great!! House was perfect for our quick family weekend get away. Host was very responsive and great to work with. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley C.

27 January 2025

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

Banner Elk

Very clean, very nice. Would recommend and would stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy m.

4 October 2024

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

First time to Banner Elk

The townhouse is even better in person! Spacious bedrooms, very nice kitchen, very comfortable home away from home. You can walk to several taverns and wonderful restaurants!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara G.

22 September 2024

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

Wonderful weekend stay

Beautiful home. It was everything we needed and more This was beyond my expectations. It was a 6 minute walk to Lees-McRae campus. Hope to stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

18 March 2025

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

Gem in Banner Elk

This property was perfect for our weekend getaway with our family! The home was cozy, clean, and had some great amenities. In addition, the location was amazing! Everything was walking distance for us in Banner Elk’s charming downtown area. There was even a level 2 EV charger conveniently located around the corner. We plugged in, walked home, and picked up our car at 100% charge the following morning for our departure. Sugar Mountain was a hop skip and a jump away. It really felt like home away from home after an exhausting day of hitting the slopes. Our hosts, Alyson and Eric, were wonderful, too! There was great communication and their guide book to Banner Elk and other pertinent information to our stay was thorough and helpful. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerame T.

8 July 2024

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

Nice space

Nice location central to town. Very nice home. Will rent again if I am back in the area. Parking is very nice and feels safe for your vehicle. No issues. Just a nice place to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne P.

9 September 2024

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

Amazing location!

This townhouse was perfectly situated steps away from downtown Banner Elk and Lees-McRae College. The fireplace in the living was an extra bonus as it was easy to use and kept us cozy in the evening while playing card games. It was nice to be able to pop out on the back porches to breathe in the mountain air and feel ‘mountainy’ while not having to drive to a mountain house on windy roads 20 minutes away. We will be back, thanks again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

6 July 2024

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

Wonderful Banner Elk Stay

My family enjoyed our stay. It is a very beautiful clean townhome. The balconies were very relaxing. It has listed they have a hot tub but it doesn’t have one(however that wasn’t an issue for us at all). The master bedroom ceiling fan didn’t work. We would definitely book this townhome again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

4 August 2024

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

Reprieve from the Heat

The townhome was just perfect for my husband and myself and our pups! They loved the porches, dog park across the street, and walks around the neighborhood. As dog owners we loved the washable rugs and LVP throughout the house making it a worry-free environment for us! I loved communicating with Alyson. She was so helpful with recommendations ! Definitely would stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

23 June 2024

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

Wonderful Banner Elk Stay

We loved this townhouse located directly in Banner Elk. It was perfect for walking to restaurants, stores, parks, and Lees-McRae College. The location is also excellent for visiting the many excellent area attractions such as Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns, Linville Falls, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, the Alpine Coaster, and Mast General. Boone and Blowing Rock are short drives away, and so is Blue Ridge Parkway. It's a really great location. The townhouse is great for a family, having three bedrooms, and was very clean and well apportioned. The kitchen was nice, and the back deck on each level made for a nice place to relax in the early evenings outside, enjoying the mountain air. Even better, the host, Alyson, is fabulous. She was very responsive to every communication. They have a nice personal guide for the house, including tips and suggestions for the area. Alyson also made sure we were aware of local events and had great suggestions for us to consider during our stay. I highly recommend Whispering Pines Retreat! You will not be disappointed.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

16 April 2025

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

Great stay for family

This was a great stay for my family. The property does appear better in person. We were in town for a wedding. The property did have essential items needed such as a steamer for our dresses. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the fire place. The property manager was great with communication. Great location (close to restaurants). We would definitely stay again in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Alyson Gill

Languages:

English, French, Greek

Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

About this property