Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views

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A spacious lodge with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden deck.
A wooden deck with a round table and benches, surrounded by glass doors and windows, overlooking a forested area.
A rustic wooden building with a stone entrance, wooden columns, and a glass door.
A wooden staircase leading to a glass door with a tree view, a rug, and a wooden floor.
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling and exposed wooden beams, a central island with a sink, and leather-upholstered chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Your cozy retreat
    Guests love the top-rated, comfortable rooms for a restful stay.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Lees-McRae College
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, The Greene
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Elk Statue
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

2 Twin Beds

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Level

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. 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. Land of Oz and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and ice skating.
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • The Greene - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Elk Statue - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Banner House Museum - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Land of Oz - 18 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views on Jan 18, 2027 start from $1,330, 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 Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Bear Lodge at Eagles Nest - home with hot tub and breathtaking Views located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lees-McRae College, Buckeye Recreational Center, and The Greene. Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay and fantastic house, would love to stay again! About 20-25min from Sugar Mtn ski area. Agree with recommendations for 4WD or AWD if expecting snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2026
Thank you! Come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House!

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was fantastic and had everything we needed. Great location also.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 16, 2021
Thank you! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin, well stocked. Awesome views. We had a party of 8 adults and plenty of room.

Great cabin. Only thing I would have liked to have is a second refriderator for as many people a we had. Overall wonderful cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2022
Thank you so much! We are sharing your feedback with our team. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Mountain house for family gathering

Home was great. Plenty of room Great neighborhood. Great views. Proximity to ski resorts was fantastic. Enjoyed banner elk rather than other towns I had options with
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 29, 2020
Hi Walter, Thanks for staying with us. We are so glad you enjoyed this home and the location of it. We hope you will visit us again soon. Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation

We had everything we needed and more. The house was beautiful with spectacular views all around. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We had a very relaxing week which was much needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2022
Thank you! We are so glad you had a relaxing getaway! We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

The house was very nice and probably one of the cleanest vacation homes I’ve ever rented. We had plenty of room and the porches were just as described. Perfect! The area was nice and quiet and just added to the wonderful getaway ambiance we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2020
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your visit and hope you can visit again soon! - BRMR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful retreat

Overall our stay was wonderful. The house is beautiful and the view is amazing. There were a few home items that needed improvement (dishwasher broken, oven door hung broken and falls on your feet, dirty sheets in hamper of master bedroom), but overall our stay was great and we will come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 22, 2021
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We are sharing your feedback with our team and someone will be reaching out. We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with mountainous views and the trickle of the nearby creek set a relaxing tone. Kitchen is stocked with all the dishes, pots, pans and other things you could need for cooking. The grill worked great too. Everything was clean and some firewood was provided. The cabin is uniquely built and lovely to look at. Lots of space. Hot tub was great. Claw bathtub in the upstairs primary was clutch. Bring bubble bath or epsom salt. Lighting was a bit dim in some rooms but would definitely stay again. Highly recommend shopping at the Dollar General in the neighborhood. It’s the first cashless store w NO employee. It was very cool. If you eat at the restaurant in the neighborhood, remember to respect the dress code or you will feel underdressed. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2026
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed your visit. Come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Adult Birthday Weekend

Exactly as represented. Beautiful. Peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 13, 2023
Thank you so much! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Mountain Top Home

Amazing home, more beautiful than the pictures... Well equipped with everything we needed, especially in the kitchen... This home is located far up on the mountain with great views. Most beautiful home around and Def need 4x4/AWD if snowing. We had a wonderful time and will be back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 23, 2023
Thank you so much! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

This property was amazing! Stocked full of all you need for your stay. If you enjoy art Eagles Nest community will touch your soul. Property was extremely clean but there was some pet toys and other things under the kitchen table that would have been hard for the cleaning crew to see. Amazing views and plenty of spots to sit and savor the beauty. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 19, 2020
Thank you! We are so glad you had an amazing stay! We've shared your feedback about the pet toys with our team. We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Needs a little updating

The property, location and responsiveness was excellent but some things need a little updating. I recommend bringing your own streaming devices. Also, if you go to the winery know that you cannot get back into eagles nest thru the same gate you initially went thru. There is a road out but you have to leave the community then re enter through the main gate. I only say this because we panicked a little but the agency was very helpful with guiding us out.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2023
Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We are sharing your feedback with our team. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

This cabin is huge but still cozy. Great layout for a bigger family. Our teen loved having her own master suite. Our younger children enjoyed hide and seek around the home. The owner called us about a critter issue after hearing about it from the rental company (it is the mountains after all) she was very kind and concerned. The rental company, however, was a little frustrating. We asked to extend our stay and was told the property was available. We made plans to do so and then found out from the rental agency that it actually wasn’t possible. Very annoying after hiring a pet sitter and rental vehicle ( needed AWD) for extra time. We got snowed it for a day and we couldn’t have asked for a better place to be stuck. Gorgeous views and great family bonding.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 20, 2023
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We did have a last minute guest book Big Bear Lodge beginning the day of your original check out. We'd love to have visit again! - BRMR
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Avoid this place and Blueridge Mountain rentals - abysmal

Arrived in the evening to find the Direct TV hadn't been connected properly. The grill was ancient, with no working ignition, which Blueridge Rentals knew. The solution was to drop off a lighter the next afternoon that we had to use to grill. The grill itself was so old that the owners had written the temp settings in marker on the knobs. Its a health hazard! It didn't even cook evenly when it was finally lit. The upstairs outside fireplace wasn't working as the pilot light was out. When it was fixed the next day, we found the timer switch was broken and the fire had been on all night. Again - its a health hazard. With two young kids, this was an issue and we had to constantly call the management company to get anything done. We were constantly fobbed off and when they finally got someone to come and look at the issues, we had to go back to the property as he didn't have a key. The guy eventually let himself in via the garage. The place was probably nice when it was built 20-odd years ago but hasnt been updated since. The kitchen is full of odd pots and pans that look like someone's old cast-offs, the cooking utensils are also old (blunt knives, etc), had barely enough wine glasses for two adults and again they looked as if they were bought in a second-hand store. Dishwasher was old and only the top half worked which we found out was a complaint made some time ago by another guest! Can't be bothered to list anymore of the issues but haven't been contacted by Customer Service and when I emailed to complain, they merely fobbed me off with an email saying they had forwarded my complaint to the same woman who was unresponsive in the first place (Linda). Wouldn't trust these people ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2023
While we appreciate your feedback, we are very surprised by this review! This is a great home and you did speak to many members of our team, including our customer service team, during your stay. Our customer service team also let you know that our management team would be following up on your resolutions request. We wish you the best in your future travels! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great accommodations

We had a blast staying here!! Everything on property was just as advertised. Disappointed in VRBO’s description of location. The map that you click on to view this location is not close to where this house is at all!! VRBO needs to correct this and provide a more accurate location. This house is located closer to Banner Elk. Again great accommodations and house!! But location was very misrepresented!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 25, 2022
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! This home is located in the Eagles Nest neighborhood west of Banner Elk. We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful

amazing weekend. absolutely beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 10, 2022
Thank you! We are so glad you had an amazing weekend, and we'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing cabin

Amazing cabin tucked away with a gorgeous view. Host was very detailed and check in was smooth, all amenities were amazing and as advertised. Beds and sheets were really good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 19, 2021
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that you had a smooth experience with our team! Please come back and enjoy the views anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Presidents’ Day weekend

Great stay at bear lodge. Met up with some friends for a ski weekend, and even though it was rainy and warm, we still made use of all the amenities on the property and the neighborhood , which were outstanding. Spacious house, great for a big group with lots of kids. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 17, 2021
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay despite the rain! We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had an amazing time! Highly recommend! We can't wait to go back!!

Breathtaking scenery along with an amazing cabin. Our favorite property to date!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 1, 2021
Thank you! We are so pleased you had an amazing time! We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Wonderland

Awesome stay at Big Bear Lodge for Christmas holiday, with lots of snow on Christmas morning! The house is so beautiful and very well appointed, with lots of attention to detail. We had 8 adults - plenty of room for all. Loved the hot tub, pool table, fires in the fireplaces throughout the house, playing games at the big table. Kitchen has everything you'll need. Would definitely come back!
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 25, 2021
Thank you! We are so glad you had an awesome time and could enjoy the home and all of its amenities! We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible house

Pictures don't do this house justice. Everything about the house was exceptional. Only issue we had was the dishwasher not working properly but that didn't affect our trip at all. We will definitely be back to Big Bear Lodge!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 14, 2020
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We'd love to have you back! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect ski getaway

We couldn't have been been anymore happy with this property. Exceeded all expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2020
Hi Dan, Thanks for your review. We are so glad you enjoyed this home and we hope you will stay with us again soon! Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Company Ski Retreat

We enjoyed our stay in the Big Bear Lodge! Great team building and great location to Beech Mountain for Skiing. The house has everything you need! It snowed the whole time we were there, which made it even better. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 29, 2020
Hi John, Thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at this home and hopefully you all made some good memories. We would love for you to come back as well. Best wishes, BRMR
Verified review

8/10 Good

Big Bear Lodge Review

The house is as grand as it is in the pictures! The hot tub did not work and the freezer in the kitchen did not work while we were there. The showers were AMAZING! Only basement I've been in with a porch attached. Pool table room is very nice with big screen tv. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 29, 2020
Hi Todd, Thank you so much for your review. We are so sorry you had issues with the hot tub and freezer, but we have made maintenance aware! We appreciate your recommendation and hope you will stay with us again! Best wishes, Kaytlyn
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