Location: Banner Elk, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Banner Elk is a 15 minute drive to Grandfather Mountain!)
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: Cedar Log Cabin
"TRAVELERS' REST MOUNTAIN CABIN
Beautiful, Cedar Log Cabin with peaceful surroundings, close enough to Banner Elk to walk or ride a bike!
Spring and Summer in Banner Elk is amazing in it's beauty and peacefulness. When you visit Traveler's Rest you'll enjoy sitting on the oversized, covered, front porch as you hear the sound of water flowing into the spring fed trout pond in front of the cabin, and smell the scent of fresh grass, flowers, and apple trees.
You won't need to bring anything but your food and clothing! There is a designer kitchen with beautiful pottery,kitchenware,stemware and all that you need to prepare the perfect meal. There are two grocery stores close by along with a number of fruit and veg stands. All linens and towels are provided and there is an oversized washer and dryer in the cabin. Fishing poles are located on hooks off of the back porch.
You will love spending time at Traveler's Rest. There are books, blankets, a DVD library and over sized rocking chairs on the covered porch for your enjoyment. If you sit quietly on the porch or in front of the Great Room picture window, you'll get to see daily parade of turkeys and dozens of birds that flock to the bird feeders on the porch and in the trees. We keep binoculars and bird books for your enjoyment. You are close enough to walk to downtown Banner Elk or just enjoy hiking on the "natural" side of Sugar Mountain, which is where Traveler's Rest is located.
Built as a primary residence, not a rental property, this square cut log cabin has: Wireless Internet, Free long distance calling within the continental United States, A Fishing Pond, A Gourmet Kitchen, Antique furnishings, A Huge Covered Front Porch with oversized rocking chairs, Lovely Views, A deck off the kitchen with comfortable furniture, A large smoker grill, Hiking, Bird Watching from either the porch or from the living room, A library of books, Games, 2 satellite TVs (in the Great Room and in the Master Bedroom), A firepit overlooking Beech Mountain, Comfortable beds (2 Queens, 1 Full, 2 twins, 2 blow up mattressess), and.... It's less than two miles to downtown Banner Elk and close to Grandfather Mountain.
We take MASTERCARD and VISA for your convienence
Traveler's Rest is located on the secluded, north slope of Sugar Mountain. A ten minute walk down the hollow will take you to the local craft, fruit and veggie stand. Downtown Banner Elk with it's wonderful array of quality eateries, coffee shops, public parks, Lee's-McRae College, and shopping is two miles from Traveler's Rest. The cabin is actually located on the back side of Sugar Mountain so it's a five minute drive to some of the best skiing on the East Coast. Mountain trails cross the property and lead to three springs within a five minute walk. Deep forests of rhododendron, beech, and hemlock trees surround the mountain meadow in which Traveler's Rests sits amidst split rail fences.
There are too many things in the area for a full listing but a few listed by distance or drive time: Grandfather Mountain, 8 miles; Blue Ridge Parkway, 15 minutes; winery, 8 minutes; Linnville, 15 minutes; Boone, 20 minutes;Moses Cone Craft Center and Julian Price Lake,20 minutes; area ski slopes 5-15 minutes, multiple trout streams,10-20 minutes, horseback riding, 10 minutes.
Please remember to tell us how you enjoy your stay, and your favorite memories, in our Guest Journal. We'd love to stay in touch.
**** From a Recent Guest ****
"Thank you for putting the damage deposit in the mail. Travelers’ Rest is such a wonderful spot for a vacation. We thoroughly enjoyed it. We only wish that we had booked it for a longer stay. I could spend a year there just reading the wonderful books in the house. Thank you for your help. We hope to return someday."
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : In laundry room off of the kitchen
- Dryer : In laundry room off of the kitchen
- Linens Provided : Plenty of fresh clean towels for everyone! No need to bring any linens except beach towels
- Covered Parking : Car Port off the back side of the cabin, next to a deck. One step up onto the deck and into the back door.
- Wood Fireplace : Woodburning insert in masonry fireplace Keeps the cabin warm and cozy Wood provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed : New Pillow Top Mattress Four Poster Cherry Bed
- Double Bed : Antique cherry and oak beds
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed : Two twin air mattresses with a battery powered air pump are located in the hall closet along with mattress pads, pillows and bedding. These mattress can be placed in front of the fire place in the living room or in either of the two extra large bedrooms on the second floor.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Basic Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Extensive DVD Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Gourmet kitchen with large tiled countertop space and large butcher block countertop for serving meals buffet style. All new stainless steal appliances and full compliment of kitchen furnishings, microwave, coffee maker and grinder, waffle iron, blender, mixer, toaster, electric hot water kettle and crock-pot.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully provisioned with all tableware, stemware, coffee mugs, glasses, utensils, cookware, and cutlery. Micro-wave and coffeemaker.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Extra Large Smoker Grill on Back Deck
- Deck/Patio : Deck off the back of the kitchen is adjacent to the car port. One step above ground this is easy access for a wheel chair. Also a kid friendly play area.
- Balcony : Large, Covered Front Porch
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : Sm. Trout Pond in front
- Mountain View : 7 Devils and Beech Mountain View from Fire Pit Mountain Views all around the cabin
- Monument View : Beech Mountain and Seven Devils Mountain views from firepit. Cabin situated on pristine side of Sugar Mountain.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : Free long distance calling in continental US.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Can use labtop anywhere throughout the cabin
- Other Amenities
- Front porch is situated over spring-fed trout pond, three springs and hiking trails within a five minute walk.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : One step lift from carport to deck, then just a sliding door threshold to cabin's main level.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Nature-watching from the front porch and deck - birds-trout-deer-turkey-chipmunks-mink- even coyote and bear.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Daily-Off Season $135/$150/N (Peak Season) $175/Sun-Th $200/Fri&Sat.nights
Weekly - Off Season (March - May) $800
Monthly - Off Season (March - May) $1,900
Weekly - In Season (June - Feb.) $975
Monthly - In Season (June - Feb.) $2,600
WEEKEND SPECIAL!!!! Spend 3 nights over the weekend for weekday rates!
VISA and MASTERCARD are accepted. Cleaning Fee $75-$100 pd at time of departure
Call or e-mail for Holiday rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Banner Elk
Banner Elk feels a bit like being in a small European village. The summers are cool, the fall is spectacular, the winters are exciting with the LOTS of snow and skiing. Thanksgiving week is a great time for hiking with family and friends and then going to one of the many local Christmas Tree Farms to cut a Christmas Tree.
We enjoy eating breakfast at the Banner Elk Cafe and Lodge on Saturday mornings. They have great coffee and omletes and muffins and friendly service. After breakfast it's nice to walk through the Banner Elk Park, follow the trout stream and watch the kids on the many playground areas or the dogs in their fenced playground area. We also enjoy walking through the Lees Mcrey college campus and the surronding areas where you can feed the ducks in the lake.
Each year we pick blueberries at the Banner Elk Winery and Blueberry Farm. The winery is a fun place to visit. The owner will give you a tour of the winery and you can sample the wines. Blueberry wine is their specialty.
We really enjoy the outdoor art fairs in the summer and the Wooly Worm Festival in October. When we're here on Sundays we try to get over to the Mast General Store in Valley Crucis to hear some bluegrass/mountain music played by local musicians.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
Observing the wildlife: birds, wild turkeys, fish (in the pond), and even bear in the fall and spring.
Property Photos
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- Looking Across the North Face/Quiet Side of Sugar Mountain - Banner Elk, North Carolina Cabin Rentals
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- Gourmet Kitchen - Everything you need to cook a great meal is provided! - Banner Elk, North Carolina Cabin Rentals
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- Great Room with Wood Burning Fireplace Insert for Extra Warmth! - Banner Elk, North Carolina Cabin Rentals
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- Large, covered porch overlooking the pond;listen to the spring fed stream
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- Winter Wonder Land, approaching Traveler's Rest.
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- First Floor Master BR with Queen Size Pillow Top Mattress. Lg. adjoining MBR
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- Large Second Floor Bedroom with Queen Memory Foam Mattress and Two Twins
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- Upstairs Library/Bedroom - Antique Double Bed - Room for portable crib+mattress
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- Deck, looking up into Sugar Mountain, Fire Pit, views of Beach Mt. to right.
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- Fishing Pond View from Covered Front Porch
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- Great Room w woodburning stone fireplace, antiques and expansive picture window
Traveler Reviews (3)
Just "Wow"!
Guest: Southerncross
(Trenton, Florida)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/13/11
We spent a secluded week during the incredible snows after New Years. We felt like we were alone in our own world. Even when outdoor temps were in the 0-15 degree range, the house was warm and comfortable, and always felt nice in shorts and t-shirts. 5 of us stayed, and there was room for plenty more. We watched *lots* of birds through the abundant windows, and made friends with the local dogs who visited daily to make sure we were ok. Our kids had plans to go snow tubing, but found all the sled and tube activity they needed was available right on the property. They spent hours sledding and building snowmen. There was not a single item we needed while there that wasn't available in the house. There were the expected amenities, and then there were lots of surprises everywhere we looked. Plenty of movies, plenty of indoor and outdoor activities, and plenty of quiet seclusion. This would be a deal at twice the price... We even had the opportunity to meet the owners, and a more gracious couple I've never happened upon. Truly nice, accommodating, and they bent over backwards to help us. A heartfelt "Thank You" from our family. Stay here, and you'll not be disappointed! We're planning our next visit already...
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Ski trip
Guest: JC
(West Pallm Beach Florida)
Date of Stay: 12/17/10
Review Submitted: 12/31/10
We really like our stay. Description of property was accurate, very clean, easy communication with the owner. Very close to ski slopes, restaurants etc. - a perfect location. I will definitly recommend to a friend and we will return as well.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Location
Guest: J&R&Copper
(Tryon, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10
Review Submitted: 10/23/10
Great location, close to Banner Elk downtown district. Very nice home with "peaceful" surroundings. Kitchen was supplied with everything you need to prepare a meal. We were able to enjoy the beautiful fall colors. Enjoyed the Banner Elk Winery ,Banner Elk Cafe, Moses Cone area on the Blue Ridge Parkway with a 5 mile roundtrip hike to Flat Top! Driving the backroad to other areas in the vicinity. We still have things to see and places to go in the area. We are planning another trip in early spring 2011. Thanks for letting us use your home!!
Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
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