Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a large window overlooking a snowy landscape, a cozy sofa with cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A cabin with a snow-covered roof, a car parked in front, and a deck with outdoor seating.
A cozy living room with wooden floors, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a black rug.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sugar Mountain Resort
Sleeps 104 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in and out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms

Welcome to Sugar Express – Your All-Seasons Mountain Retreat!
Nestled directly on the slopes of Sugar Mountain, Sugar Express – Slopesider 10 offers an unparalleled ski-in/ski-out experience during the winter and transforms into a destination for outdoor adventure and relaxation in every other season. Whether you're seeking a skier's retreat, a golfer's getaway, a mountain biking adventure, or a simple weekend escape with friends, this stunning four-bedroom home promises a getaway that stands out from the rest.

Winter Wonderland:
Located in the heart of Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, Sugar Express provides instant access to skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and snow tubing. Imagine watching the action on the slopes through expansive windows or stepping right out your door to hit the trails. With ski-in, ski-out access, you can step directly from your lodging onto the slopes, eliminating the need to walk, drive, or take a shuttle. This incredible convenience allows skiers and snowboarders to maximize their time on the mountain, ensuring a seamless and effortless experience. (4-wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended during ski season).

Summer & Beyond:
When the snow melts, Sugar Mountain turns into a vibrant, pet-friendly destination for adventure or relaxation. The Sugar Mountain Resort Bike Park offers exhilarating downhill trails for all skill levels, featuring rollers, tabletops, and scenic lift rides. Enjoy festivals, concerts, scenic hikes, or a round at the nearby Sugar Mountain Public Golf Course, just a short walk or ride away. Whether seeking thrills or tranquility, Sugar Mountain offers endless summer fun.

Nearby Attractions:
In every season, Sugar Express is perfectly positioned to explore the best of the High Country. Within 15-30 minutes, you’ll find family-friendly adventures like the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster, Sugar Creek Gem Mining, Hawks Nest Zip Lining, Rafting/Tubing through High Mountain Adventure or UTV rides through Mountain Warriors as well as relaxing escapes like the Grandfather Mountain Winery, Apple Farms and Linville Caverns. The charming town of Banner Elk, just 10 minutes away, offers boutique shopping and delicious dining options.

Luxury Living in the Mountains:
This thoughtfully designed home combines comfort with style. The main level boasts an open concept living area with upscale furnishings and a fully equipped kitchen. On the lower level, enjoy a sitting room with floor-to-ceiling windows, perfect for soaking in the mountain views. Stay connected and comfortable with central heating and air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, and convenient amenities like a washer and dryer. For peace of mind, the home features outdoor cameras on the driveway and back door. Step outside to the fire pit for year-round evenings under the stars, surrounded by the beauty of Sugar Mountain. Ample parking is available for 4 vehicles.
Room for Everyone:
With space for up to 10 guests, Sugar Express offers four cozy bedrooms:
* Main-Level King Master Suite
* Main-Level King Bedroom
* Queen Bedroom
* Bunk Room (Lower Level)
Each bedroom features its own TV with paid programming, ensuring everyone has a space to unwind.

Why Choose Sugar Express?
Unlike other rentals, Sugar Express offers the rare combination of unbeatable slope-side convenience and year-round versatility. Whether you're planning a winter escape, a summer adventure, or a cozy retreat to reconnect with nature, this home is the perfect base for your Sugar Mountain experience. Sugar Express is pet friendly during the off season. No pets during the wither months.(some restrictions apply) Pet must be registered with the rental office and there is a $100 pet fee per pet.
Book your stay at Sugar Express today and discover why this home is the ultimate all-season getaway!

No smoking
No check-ins on Christmas Day
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4427059
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 vacation home is in a rural area 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 Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain. Tweetsie Railroad and Land of Oz are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Appalachian State University - 28 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms on Aug 10, 2026 start from $390, 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 Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sugar Express- Directly on slopes, 4bedrooms located?

Located in the mountains, this slopeside Banner Elk vacation home 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

9.2

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice.A little tight around the King beds in the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2026
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain! It was a pleasure to host you! We are happy you had a nice stay. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome clean room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2025
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain! It was a pleasure to have you! We are so glad that everything was more than satisfactory! Thank you for your compliments! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time staying in a true ski in/ski out place. Wow! I don’t think we could ever go skiing again without staying in one. This home had easy access to the slopes and a great place to relax after a full day of activity. Close to town to go to the grocery store, shopping, rentals, and dining. Easy check in/check out process. Great kitchen to cook in, lots of TVs with all the streaming services. Great places to hang out with family in the home for playing games and the bedrooms were comfortable. Our boys loved the bunk bed room and we loved the storage area downstairs for all the ski gear! Amazing place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2026
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain! It was a pleasure to host your group, and we love hearing that you had an amazing stay! Thank you for your wonderful review! We look forward to welcoming you back!
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Great location and updated slopesider

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: Spacious accommodation for families and groups, well stocked kitchen, lots of TVs, nice bathrooms! The only feedback I would have temperature downstairs varied greatly by room. One room would be hot while another would be cold. But it was a very enjoyable stay and we would love to come back.
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 20, 2026
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain and Sugar Express! It was a pleasure to host you! The heat pump has now been repaired, so the temperature variance should not be a problem anymore! We hope you come again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Great house\location

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: Visited Sugar Mountain for Oktoberfest. The house and location were great, with a phenomenal view even in the off season. The house setup was perfect for four of us.
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2025
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain! It was a pleasure to host your group, and we are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate all of your kind comments! Please come visit again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Baylea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house was great though as soon as we got there Wednesday.. We found out that ski season ended that Thursday instead of Sunday and their was no communication or price reduction. We only wanted to stay on slopes for convenience of skiing which is more expensive then not slope side so this was a little frustrating that they decided this last minute.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tyler P.

Great home, directly on the ski slope

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: Great home, very nicely remodeled. Only gaps are: bedrooms get very hot when doors closed to common areas...the temperature sensors are in common areas, but not in bedrooms. Also, common areas are all completely exposed to those outside on the slopes, as there are no blinds/curtains. This is problematic when the bright lights from the mountain are on the entire time it is dark (from dusk to dawn) when making snow. Extremely bright in all common areas of the house.
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 24, 2026
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain and Slopesider 10. It was a pleasure to host you, and we are happy that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your helpful comments that help us with suggestions to owners. Please come again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

John B.

Sugar express is ideally located

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: This was our second year spending a long weekend in sugar express and the house itself is great because you can sit in warmth watching your family ski. However this year we ran into a situation we're just a day or so before I rental began the furnace acted up. So where last year we had consistency this year there were times we had no heat and there were times when the furnace ran without being able to control how much heat it put into the house. Fortunately, the weather was very cold so it seldom got too hot but did get chilly. During those times we had to turn the oven on to stay warm. The house itself is very nice but there is only parking for two cars and that is all the rental agency permits. We especially like the fire pit that is in the parking lot right by the slope so you can sit by a warm fire and watch people ski passed.
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 20, 2026
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain and Sugar Express! We are sorry for the problems with the furnace. It has now been fixed. It was a process! As for parking, there is room for only 2 vehicles at this house. Parking is not based on the rental agency's permission. We do offer overflow parking below our office for any extra vehicle that you may have. Any time you have an issue with the heat not working properly, please contact our office. We can provide alternative heat sources. Sugar Express is a beautiful unit, and we hope you come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2026
Thank you for choosing Sugar Mountain and Sugar Express! We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Please come again!

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