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Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace

Slopeside fun, near Sugar Mountain Resort

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Linville River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Creek Gem Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace

Bee Branch 04

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You'll feel like you're in a skier's paradise in this spacious, two bedroom condo on Sugar Mountain. The slopes are just steps off the back deck, where you'll find a beautiful creek and wonderful wilderness views. The home has cozy comforts that make for a great spot to relax, including a large master bedroom and a recently renewed chef's kitchen.

What's nearby:
Sugar Mountain Resort is just steps away from this condo, where you'll find an outdoor skating rink, snow tubing, mountain bike tours and a full golf course (weather permitting). There are plenty of local restaurants in close proximity, including Highlander's Grill & Tavern and Reid's Cafe. Sightseeing is plentiful in this area as well, such as the Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and the Mile High Swinging Bridge.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full Kitchen (dishwasher)
4WD or AWD is highly recommended in the winter months.

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this condo is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sugar Mountain Resort and Hawksnest Tubing Park 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Linville River - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace on Feb 3, 2026 start from $245.68, 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 Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski lovers condo w/easy access to slopes, renovated kitchen & stone fireplace located?

Located in the mountains, this slopeside Banner Elk condo building offers ski-in/ski-out access within 2 mi (3 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort and Linville River and close to winter activities such as sledding. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 38 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay. We loved being so close to the slopes! The unit was clean and easy to access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Wish we could stay forever

A+++ place to visit and stay. Great place all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Christian S.

Great place for the night

Cozy place with good beds and good bathrooms.

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great place

Nicest unit in the neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Lora T.

Fine place for a short stay

The condo was clean and the bed was comfortable. Nice little deck off the back.
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8/10 Good

Amanda C.

Great Ski Vacation

The location is truly amazing. True ski-in/ski-out. Cozy and convenient place to maximize your ski vacation! I will definitely be back next season for another great ski vacation!
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8/10 Good

MIHAIL S.

Pretty nice

It is close to the slopes, clean, and most things work as expected.
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2/10 Terrible

Breanna R.

Don’t stay here

There wasn’t much that we enjoyed about this unit. The overwhelming mildew smell set all of our allergies into a spiral. There was layers of dust everywhere, broken blinds, out of date furniture and uncomfortable beds. We literally spent every day away so we didn’t have to spend extra time there. Please give this unit attention, update it and check for black mold.

6/10 Okay

Scottie H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

It is what it is

I guess you get what you pay for. I was looking for somewhere cheap to spend the night and that’s exactly what I got. This place is old and rundown and has lots of damage broken mirrors, scratched walls, rusty pipes, and broken toilet fixtures.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Michael M.

Pay whatever it takes to stay somewhere else

This place lied about having A/C. The refrigerator turns on, but doesn’t make anything cold. If you look at the screen door it falls out of its tracks. Only half of the outlets in the unit work. Staying here is basically camping with running water. Nice furniture though
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10/10 Excellent

Ted H.

Great place

Cozy and perfect for a ski vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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6/10 Okay

Jason D.

July 22

Condo was clean, but AC was turned way up and we had no way to turn it down. The electronic lock didn't work and it took forever to get access to the home. Deck was under construction and we were not able to use it. Very disappointed we weren't notified about that before the rental.

6/10 Okay

Debbie B.

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

Sheets

When we arrived only one bed had sheets on it. We called and let them know that we did not have enough sheets. They said they would take care of it. We finally had to borrow sheets from the friends we were visiting. Still waiting on sheets!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos M E.

Relaxing

It was clean,cozy. We had enough of everything.

10/10 Excellent

Ron E., Carolina Beach

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

Great Time at a Great Location

The apartment is very "Home-y" in a good way. We arrived during a snow storm so the steps were a bit dangerous (you will be doing a lot of climbing with suitcases, etc., as it's on the bottom floor.) The location next to the slopes is fantastic. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves at this apartment. The Pros: The Fireplace was PERFECT. Gas logs that are easy to turn on and off, kept the room warm and cozy and made the atmosphere very rustic and home-y. The Location was great and convenient. Fun watching people go down the slopes and up the lifts. The Cons: The floors are a bit cold as it's tiled (bedrooms are carpet). Wear socks or you'll be chilly. The furniture was a little worn out. The kitchen was dark and very small. It served it's purpose though. There was a giant crack on the mirror (closet) in the kids room. Might want to have that fixed before a child gets cut on it. BRING YOUR OWN TRASH BAGS. Important. Glad we brought our own because the ones provided at the apartment are worthless. They are cheap, too small, and easily rip apart. All in all the apartment was nice to stay but a little pricey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

AWESOME LOCATION

We had a wonderful time at Bee Branch 4. The location was perfect for our family. The easy access to the slopes made it easy to take breaks and maximize our time on the slopes!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Katarina H., Myrtle Beach SC

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

Nice ski-in / ski-out condo!

Perfect location for our family ski trip. We loved to watch the skiers from our window and the night skiing was amazing. Gas fire place was always cozy to come and warm after a day of skiing. It was clean with basic toiletries provided ( soap, shampoo, conditioner..) We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Francine M.

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

Great Location

Great location had everything needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Terry H.

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

Good and Bad

Cute place and good location. Overall a cute place but it really needed some TLC. Problems we ran into. 1) Gas logs wouldn’t work. 2) Master Bedroom sheets looked like they hadn’t been changed. After turning back the covers , found multiple hairs in the bed and sheets were very wrinkled where someone else had slept. Management office was closed and After hours chat said that they would put a ticket in for the problem but suggested that we wash the sheets. Had to go to the store and by detergent and wash the sheets. Not acceptable! 3) Railing on back deck was very shaky and needed repair. Wouldn’t stay here again and feel that we deserve a partial refund for the inconvenience for our one night stay of $277!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Communication
Unit was much smaller, darker and dated than we thought from the pictures, and we were unable to use the fireplace. We did like level parking access and creek area behind the unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Brian L.

October visit

Great access to Sugar Mtn Resort for Octoberfest and close to Grandfather Mtn. Unit is lacking some basic supplies/ammenities such as bath mats, soap, kitchen mits, etc so be sure to bring EVERYTHING (other than bed sheets) you may need for your visit. Entrance is very dark and hazardous at night. The unit is a typical ski condo showing wear and tear. We enjoyed our visit and would consider staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

William C.

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

Enjoyed it overall

Good place to stay but a little hard to find the door. Kitchen was a little tight but thats normal for the area. Clean place to stay a bit on the older side
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

Nice condo and location

location and layout of condo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great Condo. It had everything we needed and really made our visit enjoyable. It is decorated with fun furniture that made you feel that you were in a cabin setting. The balcony has a view of the chairlift and slopes where we were able to watch the mountain bike riders as they came down the slopes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
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6/10 Okay

Nancy K.

pictures a bit misleading

This unit was adequate, nothing more. I would not rent it again. Bedrooms were o.k. Kitchen very small but adequate. For us, there were too many stairs getting to the unit, next time we rent it will be level with the parking area. Wi-fi reception was good. The unit in the pictures appears larger than it is. 2nd bathroom was very small, the shower door did not close completely, Someone forgot to leave enough toilet paper and no extra anywhere in the unit. We never could get a working e-lock code and instead of waiting around for maintenance, we opted to live with it(for 3 nights), as the back sliding glass door could not be locked and if need be we could access the unit by that(by sliding down a rocky hill and walking up the stairs to the unit). The unit appeared to be in a very safe area so we felt comfortable with that decision. Lots of small inconveniences. If it were not for the Vacasa staff who answered my calls quickly, I would give it a 2 star rating.

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