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Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout'

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Creek Gem Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout'

This cozy three-bedroom, two-bathroom mountain home is nestled in a peaceful wooded area and offers a wrap-around deck with a gas fire pit, and seating on the upper level. There is a King-sized bed in the master bedroom and a Queen-sized bed in each of the two guest bedrooms. Warm hues and nice furnishings give this gem a charming atmosphere. The living room offers a Full sleeper sofa and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. This home will accommodate eight guests. This unit provides an equipped kitchen, a washer and dryer, and private Wi-Fi. Non-smoking. Absolutely NO Pets from December through March. Pet-friendly may be available seasonally. There are pet size/breed and number restrictions, please confirm with us before booking. Please acknowledge that there is a $100 pet fee(per pet). This unit does have outside security cameras to monitor wildlife. No Check-in's Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day. All guests are required to sign their rental agreement within 7 days of booking.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 (limit 1 total)
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this vacation home is in the city center 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. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Appalachian State University - 31 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout'?

As of Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout' on May 18, 2026 start from $180, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout'?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly! 'Sugar Ski Hideout' located?

Located in the heart of Banner Elk, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Linville River. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Clean, great location and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Christmas trip

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We went the week of Christmas to have Christmas in the mountains. We paid in full in April and I called months before Christmas to ask if the was going to decorate for Christmas and have a Christmas tree up. They had said yes but upon arrival, no Christmas decorations no Christmas tree
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lara L.

Great place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Comfortable, roomy home. Great hot tub. Kitchen is very fully stocked with pots and pans. Beds were very comfortable. Driveway is very steep but doable once we learned to navigate it. We used both the shuttle and our own vehicle to go to and from the slopes. Shuttle is great, but you need to wear regular shoes and carry your ski boots to navigate the driveway to walk to/from the stop. Only issue was that when the heat kicks on, it is pretty dusty. Maybe ducts could use a cleaning?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy A.

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

Wonderful Spot!

Awesome place to stay with friends and chill out and recover from hitting the slopes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Great stay.

The house is perfect for a family. The living space is huge w plenty seating for everyone and it’s very comfortable. Huge tv w all the apps. The hot tub was great and the huge deer in the morning right out the window was an added bonus. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

Ski getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great weekend ski trip
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celia T.

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

Visit with daughter

Wonderful experience! Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin H.

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

Short getaway

The property was exactly as listed. It was very clean and well kept I would definitely stay here again. It is super close to the ski slopes which is always amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim C.

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

Nice place

This home really has that mountain feel. We loved the wooded neighborhood and rolling hills. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toniko W.

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

Xmas ski trip

Had a lovely Christmas at the property. Beds we comfy and the huge sofa in the living room accommodated the whole family. Kitchen has all the equipment you need to cook a Christmas dinner. Very close to Sugar Mountain ski resort (a few mins drive). The hot tub was perfect to relax in at the end of a day’s skiing. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacy N.

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

Excellent Location

Great location to slopes. However, no trash receptacles to put trash in outside. There were bags of trash left from the previous guests in the bathroom and bedroom with nasty stinky diapers, which we had to take their trash and ours, drive to the nearest community dumpster and unload it, and of course the gate is locked on Sundays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Nice stay on sugar mountain

We are repeat guests at this house. House is comfortable and the kitchen is completely stocked with dishes, cookware and utensils. It’s convenient to tennis and golf, and short drive to banner elk. We will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina T.

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

Comfortable and Spacious.

We enjoyed our stay at the Sugar Shack. Previous renters had messed with the smoke alarms but the rental company fixed it the next day. It was a quick drive to Sugar mountain parking. We mostly stayed upstairs which was peaceful and offered good views of the area. We also spent a lot of time in the hot tub and the patio. We did struggle to figure out where to put trash and we tried to drive it to the address listed but they were closed on our check out day, which was a Sunday. All together we had a great trip and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

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

Nice steep mountain

We had to cut our vacation short for unfortunately reasons but the rental was nice. It was very clean for a house that allows dogs. It didn’t smell. We enjoyed the one night we did stay. It was warm and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven & Sally H.

Clean and spacious

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was clean when we arrived, and had all of the amenities with a well-stocked kitchen. Close to slopes, and easy to get to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from N/A, CO

Nice place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very clean. I thought the rental agreement that I had to sign, after I paid was over the top.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gretchen P.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

No access due to driveway

2 four wheel drives could not get up drive way! Seniors had to be pulled up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Property Title is Misleading

The property title says the property is “pet friendly”, however this is a straight lie as the property does not allow for pets. Brought a pet assuming the listing was correct and they charged my credit card without notice, asking, or consent after we had checked out for bringing a pet. No pet fee was included on the upfront bill. Property was similar to the pictures but would stay away from this rental company.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Snow

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Went skiing and it snowed!! House was great, lots of room and comfort. Best to leave lower bedrooms doors open if really cold. Heater in hall is necessary . Once we figured that out it was great. Driveway unusable when iced. Parked at bottom and walked up. Nobody minded! Quick deposit refund!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Faith C.

Sugar Ski Hideout February Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my friends and I's second stay with RRR and it was great again! We LOVED this rental space (perfect for the 5 of us)! It was clean when we arrived, super spacious yet not too big, and the kitchen/dining area was the perfect size. The only downside was that we could not use the hot tub due to the hose being too short/the spout being far away but the rental stands on its own without it. The porch was great and if it hadn't rained we would have gotten a lot of use out of it. The driveway was perfect for two cars (a C-RV and a Sedan) and the drive up was smooth and easy. The drive down to sugar mountain was quick as well (less than 5 minutes).
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert R.

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

Need to be cleaned up but great location and is fully equipped.

The unit had a great location but needs some cleaning. The exterior deck had a lot of debris like twigs and the furniture was not clean enough to sit on. The interior had a lot of dead bugs by the windows and doors, a not-so-fresh odor, and had a lot of dust around the baseboards. There was nowhere to put the trash. It is in need of a bear box outside the unit for trash. The unit did have everything you need for a stay though. Fully equipped. The drive is extremely steep. I recommend a high-profile vehicle in the summer months at the very least. My 4wd Highlander was losing traction during wet conditions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Jenn G.

Don’t pick for the whirlpool anyway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The reason we chose this place? The whirlpool. Guess what? ItDidn’t work. The second day they sent maintenance out to say “yep, it’s not working” though they said at checkin it had been serviced the day of our arrival. Only solution? Have a whirlpool service person come out. That did not happen. So they refunded the nominal (compared to cost) whirlpool fee. Although the people at the rental co were polite, more could have been done for this major disappointment. Other quibbles? It is up a steep hill and we had to shovel to get upIt on arrival. Not enough blankets. They say there is a shuttle to resort but the stop is a long walk in ski boots.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Nature Lovers retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I have been vacationing at Sugar Mountain for many years and have stayed at several different cabins. This was our first time at this Timber Ridge address but it will not be our last. It is very comfortable with all the amenities you have at home. 2 bedrooms are on the first floor sharing a full bathroom and the kitchen, living and master bedroom is on the second floor with a wrap around balcony. A huge extremely comfortable leather couch perfect for taking afternoon naps and all the cable and WiFi you need. The driveway is pretty steep so I recommend an all wheel drive/ 4x4 vehicle for stays during the snowy months. The driway was a little icy when we stayed but with a simple phone call they sent someone to plow and spread salt to resolve the issue. Super dark at night, there was a few flood lights that were out but it didn't really affect us and I'm sure if I had reported it they would have taken care of it right away. If I had to say one thing I didn't like about the place was the tiny master shower. I'm 6'1" 250lbs and it was very "cozy" to say the least but again, not really anything we couldn't deal with. P.S. During the winter months, DO NOT shower one right after another, limit showers to 10 minutes and do NOT run the washing machine or dishwasher until everyone has showered! Just like with any house the hot water heater can only do so much and the cold water up here is cold, not like the cold water in Miami.

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