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A-Frame of Mind! Cozy Banner Elk Cabin! A Favorite! Squeaky Clean and A+location

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Living area
Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61402 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Land of Oz
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Primary

1 King Bed, 1 Crib and 2 Child Beds

Upstairs bedroom and loft

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Primary Bath

Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A-Frame of Mind! Cozy Banner Elk Cabin! A Favorite! Squeaky Clean and A+location

In the center of Banner Elk lies a charming two-bedroom cottage that provides the ideal retreat for your upcoming mountain vacation. Surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, you'll be just a short 10-minute drive from the slopes of Sugar Mountain Resort and a 12-minute drive from the thrilling runs of Beech Mountain Resort. For a day of adventure, Grandfather Mountain is just a 24-minute drive away, where you can explore the iconic Mile High Swinging Bridge and encounter native wildlife.

Back at the cabin, you'll find all the comforts of home, including free WiFi, a washing machine and dryer, a cozy fireplace, and a smart TV with cable channels and streaming. The fully stocked kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, outside deck grill, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, blender, and toaster, allowing you to easily prepare delicious meals. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, surrounded by the cabin's rustic charm. Dining is also available on the wonderful deck where you feel like you are in a tree house away from the world!

After a day of outdoor exploration, unwind on the balcony with a cup of coffee, your favorite beverage or relax in the living room, where you'll find good old fashioned games to unplug and enjoy some family time. The cabin also features two bathrooms, plenty of towels, guest toiletries, a hair dryer, an iron and board, air conditioning in both bedrooms, heating throughout, and wonderful linens, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay. With a baby gate, high chair, pack and play and games for kids, this cabin is perfect for families. Secure parking in the garage completes the package, making your mountain retreat a truly carefree experience.
*Things To Note Please
~Stairs are required to enter this property. We ask our guests to make sure this is something they are comfortable with prior to booking.
~The drive does have a slight incline as so many mountain properties do! It is what make us the mountains. It is paved, however, manageable by 99% of our guests regardless of the type of car they may drive. And... it is maintained in the winter by a wonderful local gentleman on call for us with his snow plow! He never lets us down and we feel super fortunate to have him look after our driveway on the many wintry days the high country produces!
~The property does have 1 security camera facing the driveway and mounted above the garage. This is for monitoring the property when it is unoccupied and for monitoring winter conditions of the drive. We turn it off when our guests arrive except to periodically check conditions of snow accumulation. There are no other cameras inside or out on our property.

Property manager

Lisa PolhIll
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
200.00 cleaning fee for reservations over 28days. Covid falls under regular cancellation policy effective 7/1/2022

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Land of Oz - 13 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A-Frame of Mind! Cozy Banner Elk Cabin! A Favorite! Squeaky Clean and A+location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A-Frame of Mind! Cozy Banner Elk Cabin! A Favorite! Squeaky Clean and A+location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A-Frame of Mind! Cozy Banner Elk Cabin! A Favorite! Squeaky Clean and A+location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A-Frame of Mind! Cozy Banner Elk Cabin! A Favorite! Squeaky Clean and A+location located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk cabin is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Flat Top Brewing Company and Tate-Evans Park. Banner House Museum and Lees-McRae College are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family. And allows pets. Convenient to downtown Banner Elk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Wonderful stay!

This was a great family trip. We came in for a long weekend and the space was perfect for our family. It was a perfect walking distance to downtown Banner Elk for the dogs and we will most certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Short Visit to Mountains and Friends

It was perfect. It’s conveniently located near Banner Elk restaurants and the park, as well as other activities. Decorated in a welcoming mountain style with lots of bear accents, it had everything we needed. My husband and I had a relaxing visit and plan to return. Lisa (the owner) was a great communicator and made me feel like we were already friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

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

Quiet getaway

This was our second time staying here, and hope to return in the future. The cabin is very clean, well stocked, and dog friendly! Close to plenty of hiking trails, restaurants, and shopping nearby. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Moto trip

3of us came to the mountains on motorcycles for fellowship and fun. Having a garage was a nice bonus. We walked to town for dinner and while there wasn't a sidewalk some of the time it was wide and we could walk beside the creek. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Lovely, Family friendly cabin!

From the time of booking the communication was prompt and extremely thorough! When we walked into the cabin it was pristine and had welcome board with our names with a basket full of snacks!! Perfect for our family of 4! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish F.

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

A-frame of mind

The house was exactly as advertised, and it was clean and welcoming. Lisa responds to messages promptly, and directions to the house are spot on. Only negative is the steep, narrow driveway. I have a big truck, but a small car can park easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Cozy weekend

This mountain cabin features wrap around decks that are nestled in rhododendron and offer some privacy. It is perfectly situated for a relaxing Banner Elk town visit, a Beech Mt. adventure, and treks into Boone. We enjoyed the games and snacks provided by the host. The house offered everything we were looking for. And the host was very proactively available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene K.

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

Perfect Mountain Cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in A Frame of Minds that was so easy to get to, first class in comfort, and very pleasing mountain decor that has a very thoughtful host. Plus after experiencing having a garage with a remote opener is now a must have especially in winter. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great place

Lovely cottage, well equipped, grest location
Stayed 37 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn M.

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

Best Little Cabin in Banner Elk

This cabin is a favorite of ours. This was our second stay here. Each time the owner has always made the check-in and check-out process seamless. She always communicates in a timely manner to make sure you have all you need for your stay in the Banner Elk area. This cabin is conveniently located less than a mile from the Banner Elk town center making it easy drive to our favorite breakfast spot the Banner Elk Cafe. Our favorite feature of the cabin is the fireplace. We sat in front of it for hours just chatting. The owners also make sure you have plenty of wood to burn. We will definitely be heading back to this cabin in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna H.

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

Weekend getaway

Cabin was nice, clean just a bit pricey for the size since it is smaller than we thought. Lisa the manager was great to communicate with and had everything ready for us. We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty R.

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

A Frame of Mind

All aspects outstanding. Host (Lisa) top shelf in every way. Definitely can’t go wrong staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Great stay!

LOVED this cabin for our trip to Sugar Mountain. Perfect cozy getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Great Cabin!

Great, well appointed cabin in Banner Elk! Easy check-in, great location and highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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

This was an absolutely beautiful place to stay.

We loved staying here and they did such special things for you. It was very dog friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

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

Thanksgiving get away

A Frame of Mind was a perfect location and perfect accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Annual visit

We plan an annual visit to this area, and this cabin has become part of our tradition - great place to stay for a small family and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessi S., Charlotte, USA

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

Cozy Cabin

Wonderful location, comfortable bed, and great amenities. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will V.

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

Stay at A Frame of Mind

Property was great super clean easy access, great location, great accommodations would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

gary r.

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

Spacious Cabin

Wonderful place. The owner has thought of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

miranda w.

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

Wonderful stay

Whole family had a great time. Property was clean and well appointed. Cute touches with the bears. Good location. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Great cabin and service!

This was a great place to stay! The location is perfect and the cabin is fantastic! Lisa and Frank anticipated our every need and helped make our stay perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noelle U.

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

Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed this property and found the owner overwhelmingly responsive on any question we had… also loved the welcome gift for us and our pup!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

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

Excellent Rental and Owners

Excellent Rental and the owners are extremely nice, would definitely book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa PolhIll

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Thanks for considering "A- Frame of Mind," our little cabin in the trees of Banner Elk. I am Lisa PolhIll, and own the cabin together with my husband, Frank. We fell in love with the high country several years ago visiting often in the summer to escape the Alabama heat! We now are lucky to spend a large portion of the year here and enjoy ever moment of it! We manage this property ourselves and when we aren't available we have trusted friends who do so for us.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property to share as a rental because we think it will fit the need of so many travelers. Our goal with A Frame of Mind is to provide a comfortable, extra clean and convenient location for our guests to call home for awhile while visiting this special area! The convenient walkable location to downtown Banner Elk is the best! We have traveled a lot in our lives and stayed at many many rentals. It is our goal to make this cabin one where you feel at home and totally comfortable. We know vacation time is a special time and nothing sets the stage for that time better than a great place to call your home away from home! We hope you find that here at A Frame of Mind. If we may have missed anything or can do anything to make your stay more comfortable, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION!! You can't beat this location so very close to Banner Elk "downtown" The privacy and coziness of the cabin is great for relaxing and quality downtime. The cabin is squeaky clean and provided with all the comforts of home! Personally owned and managed you are a true guest and not just a reservation number when you choose A-Frame of Mind. We can't wait to host you and your group!

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