Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table!
Welcome to your private mountain getaway at Cranberry View Lodge! Tucked away in a peaceful corner of Avery County with no other homes immediately in sight, this beautiful home offers spectacular mountain views!
Enter the home with just 2 steps up from the gravel parking area. The great room features a dining table for 8 to your right, and to your left is a spacious kitchen with granite counters, custom cabinets, and Samsung and Frigidaire stainless steel appliances including a double oven. A few steps further takes you into the living room, where the focal point is a beautiful wood burning fireplace with river rock running from the hearth all the way to the ceiling. Leather furniture is arranged facing the fireplace which has a TV mounted above it.
Downstairs is a game den offering a 7' long convertible pool table, ready for fun and friendly competition for everyone! There is also a second wood burning fireplace, a wet bar, full bathroom, and large TV down here, as well as doors to the lower deck.
From the living room, double doors take you outside to the deck and the sweeping mountain views. Kick back and relax as you watch the clouds make playful shadow shapes on the mountain ranges fading into the horizon. A selection of Adirondack chairs awaits on both the upper and lower decks. The upper deck also offers a covered section with an outdoor dining set and a gas grill.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Time for bed? Cranberry View Lodge offers six bedrooms including two ensuites, plus a futon in the loft, so there's plenty of space for everyone!
On the lower level you'll find two bedrooms each with a set of twin over-twin bunk beds. On the upper level are a Queen bedroom with TV, a bedroom with two single Twin beds and TV, a bathroom on the hallway, and a Queen ensuite bedroom with TV and private bathroom featuring an oversized tiled shower. The master suite on the main level has a King bed, TV, doors to the deck, and a private bathroom with soaking tub, double granite vanities, and a large, tiled shower.
LOCATION Even though it's nestled in the mountains in a quiet gated community, Cranberry View Lodge is less than a mile and a half off Highways 194 and 19E, with downtown Banner Elk just 15 minutes away. Beech and Sugar Mountain ski resorts are both about 25 minutes' drive, and Grandfather Mountain is just 30 minutes away as is Elizabethton TN. Boone and Appalachian State, as well as Johnson City TN, are all about 50 minutes away.
ADDITIONAL NOTES - CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 30 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee. - Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night. - This home is accessed by a paved road that is steep in parts, and the driveway is mostly level and gravel. Due to the elevation, 4WD or AWD vehicles are recommended during winter months. - Pet friendly with pet rent of $50 per night, per dog plus tax. - Depending on your phone carrier, your cell phone signal may or may not work in this location. Verizon is the best coverage here. If your wireless plan supports, it you can use your phone's data as a hotspot. - All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided - Check in is after 4pm and check out is by 10am - Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent. - Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates. - No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home. - Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook. - No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable. - The owners of this home use two exterior security cameras to ensure their home remains safe. One is on the upper back porch facing the mountain view. The other is on the left side of the upper back porch facing the side entrance. - Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
About the area
Newland
Located in Newland, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sugar Mountain Resort and Mountain Glen Golf Club 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 and Roan Mountain State Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Smoky Mountain Bakers - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Hardee's - 14 min drive
Carolina Barbeque - 13 min drive
Puerto Nuevo - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table!?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table! on 12 May 2026 start from £199, 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 at Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cranberry View Lodge - VIEWS, Privacy, Gated Community, Game Table! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Pisgah National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mountain Glen Golf Club and Lees-McRae College. Roan Mountain Community Park and The Greene are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed here with 3 other families, a trip we've done numerous times now. This was by far our favorite vacation rental for our group! The views were spectacular, the location was super close to several attractions, and it felt very private. Will be staying here again!
Corey P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2024
Thank you! We are so glad you had a comfortable stay, and we'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
We stayed here with close family friends to celebrate Thanksgiving together, 9 people in total. The stay was so comfortable and fun. Enough room for everyone, lots of entertainment options in the house. We had a wonderful time.
Misty S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2024
Thank you so much! We are so glad you had a comfortable stay, and we'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
This cabin was amazing. It’s beautiful, great space and with great amenities. We really enjoyed our time here. Didn’t need to go out for anything! Will definitely be coming back.
Elena D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2022
Thank you! we are glad you enjoyed your getaway, and we'd love to have you visit again! - BRMR
Our family had a wonderful stay here. Our family especially enjoyed the pool table and the beautiful views. The property is very secluded and just what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The customer service and communication from Blue ridge mountain rentals was absolutely amazing. Would definitely recommend!
Valerie K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you so much! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and had a smooth experience! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
We could not have been more pleased with the experience of our stay. Every little detail was met from things to cook with and alcohol shakers to makeup remover wipes in the bathroom. Every detail of the house was perfectly decorated and a pleasure to look at not to mention our spectacular back patio view. The location was just the right distance from being tucked away from everyone with the ability to enjoy outdoor experiences close by. We loved your cabin and would recommend it to anyone who asked.
Tori H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2023
Thank you! We a re so pleased that you enjoyed your getaway! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
From the first communication with Blue Ridge Rental, this has been an incredible experience. Gorgeous new property with comfortable beds, many amenities, plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, a game room, and a well appointed pantry/coffee bar area. The game room downstairs was great, such thought has gone into decorating this home. Our group of 14 loved it & the views were stunning from sun up to sun down. Grateful for the Thanksgiving memories!
Our only recommendation is that we wish there was more cozy furniture in the family/great room! That’s it!
Tammy D.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2021
Thank you! We are so glad you had a great stay and experience with our team! We are sharing your feedback about the family room furniture with our team. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
My friends, who are essentially my family embarked on our annual ‘league trip’ to fulfill another fantasy football draft. We’ve done league trips for a decade. This spot came onto my feed with just 2 prior reviews. The price and pictures were intriguing. Fast forward to night one and everyone already had agreed…. This was number 1. What a gem. The pictures don’t do justice.
Garrett D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2022
Thank you! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
We had a total of 9 adults and 1 child, on arrival we were greeted by a very tall extravagant privacy fence that made us all giddy. The home is exactly as described and showed in photos. The road leading up to home is paved but very steep so if going during winter months be prepared. Distance to sugar mountain and beech mountain is Approx 30 mins. The good/ beds were extremely comfortable, plenty of towels and complimentary bath soaps and shampoos, kitchen was well stocked with most necessities. Home is modern and updated including huge walk in showers, smart TVs in every room, wood burning fire places. Views were incredible, hot tub was clean and perfect for our family. Needs improvements/ living room furniture is visually pleasing, but not very comfortable to snuggle up on, gas stove wouldn’t get hot enough to boil a pot of water but we made due, air hockey table was sadly broken! Overall we enjoyed our stay and are very pleased with our 1 week vacation.
Magan L.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2023
Thank you! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay! We are sharing your feedback with our team. We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Verified
6/10 Okay
Robert S.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Renter Beware
Upon arrival, we were immediately disappointed. I would not stay here again.Two "bedrooms" in the basement with bunkbeds are not bedrooms. They are storage nooks. Neither room has a door or closet. One room has a strange hole in the floor covered by a piece of plywood. These rooms were VERY hot at night.Here is a list of issues, some of which were addressed during our stay:-The hot tub did not have water-The last step to the basement was loose and was hazardous-The pool table in the basement is a piece of junk-There was a large pile of garbage on the deck-The garage is full of broken furniture and other trash-The kitchen lacked simple tools such as a can opener or measuring cups-The ladders to the bunkbeds were missing screws and hazardous-Ceiling fans were full of thick dust
Robert S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Thank you! We appreciate your feedback, and our team is reviewing the listing to make it as transparent as possible. Our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss your stay further. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
The location and cabin itself were gorgeous and the views were top notch. The issues we had were regarding the communication with the property owners. The AC was not working and I originally sent a text message when we arrived but it was left unanswered. It was out of business hours so I understood. However, the AC still wasn’t working the next day and I had called and spoke to numerous people and went back and forth all day and didn’t up getting a resolution until almost midnight. The AC had issues they couldn’t fix during our stay. Their solution was to put boxes in the window which is better than nothing but it was definitely still hot (had been almost 80 and very humid the whole time) and our guests were very uncomfortable and complained most of the weekend. They traveled a long way and payed a lot of money so they were understandably upset. I wish the communication was better and the timelessness of addressing issues was better because I had to consistently stop what I was doing and check in because they said they would keep me updated but didn’t. Overall the property was great, the views were stunning but the communication with the staff could use improvement.
Amanda A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
We appreciate your feedback, and we are very sorry that the a/c couldn't be fixed during your stay and that there were communication issues. Our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss this further. Thank you - BRMR
This is a lovely cabin with plenty of room for the extended family. The location is remote and the views are beautiful. Beds are comfy, and the property management company is very communicative. Three things to be aware of: you will find that you could have rented this property through the property management company (Blue Ridge Rentals) for quite a bit less than through VRBO. When I mentioned the discrepancy between my contract amount and VRBO, the rental company suggested I take it up with VRBO because they are the ones charging the additional fees. Of course they would not do anything about this, and it made me feel like I'd been snookered. Less concerning, when we arrived at the cabin we saw that the hot tub was missing half its hard cover and the remaining soft leather part of the cover was lying in the tub and was filled with water. We bailed out the water, turned up the temperature, turned on the breaker switch, and stretched the soft part of the cover over the top of the hot tub to protect it. It never warmed up beyond 87 degrees, however, so no one could use it. And last, there was plenty of dishes, glasses, and silverware in the kitchen (which had a lovely double oven), but I didn't have enough pots to cook meals for my family, nor enough casserole dishes, or a platter to plate meat, and only 2-3 kitchen towels were available. I left tin casserole pans that I purchased locally for the next guests, but be aware cooking pots are a little skimpy for big families.
Mary C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We love having guests no matter how they find us, but our VRBO guests will have the separate VRBO service fee. We are letting our team know about the home tub and the pots so that this can be addressed, and our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss this further. We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Great location ! The House in on a new gated community , if you book to go on winter with snow you must have a 4WD , the boys was a bit disappointed that the Air Rockey didn’t work , otherwise we have a good experience
Nelize S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2022
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway! We are letting our team know about the air hockey table. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
About the host
Hosted by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
This property is managed by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals is the High Country's leading vacation rental company. Our mission is to be a respite for thousands of guests each year from their hectic lives. Founded in 2002, we have succeeded with a singular mission: We strive to treat all homeowners, guests, and co-workers with the utmost care and respect. We truly care about all guests because we know that most endure stressful lives back home, and they cherish the times that they can escape to a restful haven in these beautiful North Carolina mountains. Let our team help you find the perfect vacation getaway!
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