One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Explore the area
Sugar Mountain, NC
Sugar Mountain Resort
Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
1 min drive
Grandfather Mountain
Place, Grandfather Mountain
17 min drive
Beech Mountain Resort
Place, Beech Mountain Resort
21 min drive
Where you'll sleep
6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 7
2 Double Sofa Beds
Downstairs bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Downstairs bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Master bedroom upstairs
1 King Bed
Upstairs bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Downstairs bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door
Gather your multi-generational family at The Sugar Nest, a spacious 6-bedroom mountain lodge designed for connection and high-elevation adventure. Located directly on Sugar Mountain, you are just minutes from the slopes and situated near the free winter shuttle route. Whether you’re chasing winter powder or escaping the summer heat, this pet-friendly retreat—featuring a bubbling hot tub and a massive wraparound deck—is your robust home away from home.
TOP HIGHLIGHTS • Minutes to Ski Sugar / Sugar Mountain Resort • Hot tub + wraparound deck + fire pit + Weber Summit grill • 6BR with a clear sleeping layout (great for large families) • Fast Wi-Fi for work + streaming • Easy, ample parking (easier than most mountain homes) • Pet-friendly + kid-ready (pack ’n play, games)
THE SPACE Finding a rental that comfortably fits 16 guests without “cramped condo” vibes is a challenge on the mountain. We designed The Sugar Nest to be the solution. We aren’t a fragile “museum” home; we are a renovated, fully equipped lodge built for families, pets, and mountain memories.
• SOCIAL LAYOUT: The main level is open-concept, ensuring the cook is always part of the conversation in our fully stocked kitchen. • TWO SLEEPING LEVELS: With two distinct sleeping areas, early-rising kids and night-owl adults can coexist peacefully. • OUTDOOR LIVING: A wraparound deck with a Weber Summit grill, a fire pit for s’mores, and a private hot tub for post-slope/post-hike recovery.
SLEEPING SETUP (Where Everyone Lands) • MAIN LEVEL: 2 bedrooms, each with a Queen bed. Perfect for grandparents. • UPPER LEVEL: 1 Primary Suite (King Bed) + 3 additional Queen bedrooms. • BONUS SPACE: 2 Queen pull-out sofas in the living room for maximum flexibility.
WHY “THE SUGAR NEST” WINS • THE PARKING PERK: Unlike steep mountain driveways, we offer ample, flatter (for the mountain) parking for multiple vehicles (approx. 5 to 8, depending on size). • THE “SUGAR BUS” (WINTER BONUS): Near the Grouse Moor Drive winter shuttle route (weekends/holidays).
MOUNTAIN REALITY CHECK (Please Read) We want your stay to be flawless, so here are a few helpful heads-ups: • WINTER TRAVEL (Nov–Mar): AWD/4WD or chains are highly recommended. We are at 4,500+ feet; weather changes fast. • SECURITY: Exterior camera at the front door entry points only. No indoor cameras.
GUEST ACCESS You have full private access to the entire home and property. Self check-in is easy via an electronic keypad; your unique door code is sent 72 hours before arrival, along with instructions and the home's specific address.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE Before booking, please read the house rules (including pet guidelines). Take a look at the neighborhood details further down in the listing—the cabin is in a great, central location with much to offer year-round. Feel free to contact us with any additional questions or concerns.
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No smoking inside the home. If you do smoke outside, please make sure to throw away anything that was smoked.
If you plan on being out without your pets, we kindly request that you crate them. Any waste left in the yard must be cleaned up.
We love to say yes to early or late checkouts because we love it too when traveling. We cannot guarantee it, but if we can we will.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4061588
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Banner Elk
Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. 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 Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
Appalachian State University - 27 min drive - 29.3 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
Town Tavern of Banner Elk - 12 min drive
Blink Elk Tap Room - 11 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door?
As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door on Oct 5, 2026 start from $623, 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 Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious 6BR | Hot Tub, Fire Place & Pitt | Pet Friendly | Ski Sugar next door located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Grandfather Mountain State Park. Watauga River and Banner House Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Is a beautiful super clean place, the hosts are amazing at getting back to you, everything is in great condition and is the perfect location for a ski trip, we will definitely come back to this place again.
Great stay! Bill and Yi were incredibly responsive, as well as accommodating for nuanced requests. We booked last minute, and it was absolutely perfect.
House was great for our 11 adult family members. Spacious living area. 6 large bedrooms. Kitchen very well stocked with supplies.House was clean and the host William was great to deal with. Answered questions quickly. Area very quiet. Loved seeing deer and groundhog early in the morning.
The house was very well equipped and met all our needs. Very good communications with William. He made sure that every that everything was okay.. Very good location to attractions and activities in the area. We were there to go to the Scottish games at Grandfather Mountain. The shuttle service was just at the bottom of the mountain and couldn’t be easier.
Beautiful house in a good location. The house was very clean, they provided all the essentials in the kitchen and bathrooms. Host text back within minutes with any inquiry.
The house was wonderful set up really well for a larger group had everything we needed in the kitchen. A hot tub was great for the kids. We use the fire pit they even supplied wood for the fire. It was just an ideal place to stay. There are like Woodland creatures all around. It was just overall wonderful day. We would love to come back if we were in the area again.
Bill was an excellent host, was very fast at replying to my questions! Check in was a snap. House is great, was very clean and well maintained. Hot tub was very clean, and we enjoyed soaking under the stars. The large yard was perfect for walking our dogs! It’s a great location, very close to Boone and Banner Elk. We enjoyed our stay very much.
We had a lovely long weekend stay on veautiful Sugar Mountain. The Fall weather was wonderful. There are many nearby activities. Evenings around the fire pit. Bill was very responsive anytime we had a question or an issue. The house is very clean and nicely decorated. This is a great place to stay.
It truly couldn’t have been easier! The owner was so helpful and kind. I was very pleased with how the booking process went and my friends and I had a great time!
This home was cozy and offered all we needed. The renovated space was beautiful. Weather was not in our favor, so we did not get to utilize the outdoor space, but inside offered plenty of room for our group.
I cannot say anything bad about this rental! It’s was perfect! We didn’t spend a lot of time there because we were out having adventures but it was a perfect place for our crew! This was my first time VRBO and it couldn’t have gone more smoothly. Will stay here again!
My son and I came for the day to visit Sugar Mountain and do some skiing. We are very olease with this hone. Very inviting and comfortable. It is also very clean. What a great way to relax in the Jacuzzi after a full day of skiing. Only downside is that the fireplace did not work upon our visit.Hoping to come back next time and experience the full effect of "Cozy", with a working fireplace.Sincerely,CJB
A wonderful 2.5 week stay. Great location, very friendly neighbors. The dogs loved looking at the deer in the backyard. Only negative is one of our dogs got really spooked seeing a bear and would not walk that way again no matter how many treats we tried. Would stay here again
When we acquired The Sugar Nest, our goal was simple: create the most family-friendly, high-value lodge on the mountain. We noticed that most large groups were forced to choose between ultra-expensive luxury estates or splitting up into multiple cramped condos. The Sugar Nest bridges that gap.
We love this property because of its "flow." The main floor lets grandparents relax by the fire without navigating stairs, while the upstairs becomes a haven for cousins and kids to bond. The location is the sweet spot of Sugar Mountain—high enough to get the breathtaking views and cool summer breezes, but low enough that you aren't spending 20 minutes just driving down the mountain to get a gallon of milk.
Whether you are grilling on the deck in July or soaking in the hot tub after a snowy January ski day, this home feels like a hug. It is not pretentious; it is comfortable, durable, and ready for your family's chaos and joy.
What makes this property unique
True 6-Bedroom Capacity: We don't count lofts or open hallways as bedrooms. Everyone gets a door and privacy.
The "Pet-Friendly" Deck: Our expansive wrap-around deck isn't just for views; it’s a secure outdoor space where your furry family members can enjoy the mountain air safely alongside you.
The Parking Advantage: Forget fighting for a spot or parking on a dangerous incline. Our flat, spacious parking area makes loading and unloading gear (and groceries) a breeze.
Tech-Ready: While you are here to disconnect, we know you need to stay connected. Our high-speed internet supports the whole group, from Zoom calls to gaming.
Shuttle Access: Located near the Grouse Moor Drive route, giving you car-free access to the slopes during peak ski season.
Languages:
English
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