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Orchard House - creekfront with outdoor fireplace, hot tub, hiking on site

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Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Hound Ears Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Appalachian State University
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level

1 King Bed

Upper Level

1 King Bed

Upper Level

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Level

Bathtub · Toilet

Upper Level

Toilet · Shower only

Upper Level

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Orchard House - creekfront with outdoor fireplace, hot tub, hiking on site

Welcome to Orchard House! This beautiful home is walking distance to the Valle Crucis Apple Barn and the Crab Orchard Falls. The Crab Orchard Creek rolls through the front yard, offering a place for children to fish or play.

Once the first house in Valle Crucis to have electricity, this home is now a renovated luxury home with four bedrooms, three full baths, and both indoor and outdoor fireplaces. Only 1 mile from the Mast General Store and the idyllic Valle Crucis Community Park, you'll enjoy the peaceful setting while still being close to Boone or Banner Elk. Guests may use the new EV charger while at the home.

Walk up the stairs to the covered deck and enter Orchard House. There are two sitting areas on the main level; one is centered around a decorative fireplace (will be converted to gas this summer), the other around the TV. Youtube TV and fiberoptic internet give you access to live sports, movies, and more. The dining table expands to comfortably seat the whole house. In the kitchen, you'll find the charming farmhouse sink surrounded by the newest stainless steel appliances. For the coffee lovers, there is a drip pot, espresso machine, and a grinder for the freshest mug to start the day. The built in oven and gas cooktop will make dinners and meal prep a breeze. On the main level is the Queen bedroom. There is a full bathroom that opens to both the hallway for guests and also to the queen bedroom. The bath has a clawfoot tub with showerhead and curtain and a pedestal sink.

Upstairs are the remaining three bedrooms. The King suite has a private TV and a desk for work or school. The private bath has a tiled shower with bench. The third bedroom has another King bed, also with a desk. The third full bath opens to this bedroom and the hallway. It has another clawfoot tub with shower head and curtain and two pedestal sinks. The fourth bedroom has a Queen sleeper sofa and 50" smart TV with a Playstation 4 (selection of games included). There is also a Twin over Twin bunkbed and board games. Each level of the home has a separate Nest thermostat to keep everyone comfortable.

The deck has a wood-burning fireplace and 50" Streaming TV with comfortable seating around it. Dine at the outdoor table; cook on the gas grill, or soak in the hot tub. Steps lead down to the lower yard where the fire pit is located, alongside the creek.

OFF-PEAK SPECIAL: Stay longer than the minimum number of nights and automatically receive a 5-15% Discount-
Excluding Holidays.

Guests returning to Orchard House may receive a discount of 5%, not to be combined with other discounts to the room rent.

Important Notes:
- Firewood for the outdoor fireplace and firepit may be added at the time of booking or by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You get two wrapped bundles and a firestarter for $25/night.
- Please note that this home is in a neighborhood with full time residents living nearby. The neighborhood has strict noise restrictions after 10pm.
- 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 Checkout is by 10am
- 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.
- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. NCREC License Number: 298198
-This home is not pet friendly. Thank you for not bringing pets into this home.
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.

Property manager

Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is 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 Grandfather Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holmes Convocation Center or Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex. 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

  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Julian Price Park - 14 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Appalachian State University - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 18 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig-Boone - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchard House - creekfront with outdoor fireplace, hot tub, hiking on site pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orchard House - creekfront with outdoor fireplace, hot tub, hiking on site?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchard House - creekfront with outdoor fireplace, hot tub, hiking on site?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orchard House - creekfront with outdoor fireplace, hot tub, hiking on site located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Watauga River. Apple Hill Farm and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger L.

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

Great rental!

The best compliment or rating I can give: I have already booked Orchard House again for a September weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy L., Orlando, FL, United States

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

Fabulous mountain getaway!

We loved our time at the Orchard House. Plenty of space for our family of four. The kitchen was perfect for cooking great meals. The highlight was the outdoor sofa/seating area where we relaxed, had our coffee and read. The creek is beautiful and enjoyed the family of deer that wandered through each evening, along with the fireflies and birds. We didn’t want to leave! Thanks to the owners for making their beautiful property available to enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

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

Beautiful home in the mountains!

Beautiful home in the mountains with everything we needed to relax and enjoy time with family. Very clean home with lots of space for family and little ones. Our kids are already asking to go back to the house and we just left!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

James D., Belmont, NC

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

Great Location!

If you love Valle Crucis, this is the home for you. We enjoyed walking to the Valle Country Fair and trout fishing in the creek on the property. The home is clean and well appointed. Had fires on the porch two evenings. Watched college football outside and enjoyed the hot tub. Neighbors are close by and on two nights a neighbor spent an hour blowing leaves with a gasoline powered blower. Beautiful claw footed tubs are nice for bathing, but awkward to shower in. Not all the blinds are functional for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

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

Perfect getaway

We loved this house and would absolutely stay there again! We visited with our family and friends and the house was spacious while also cozy, relaxing and serene while still being fun and easily accessible. The creek and hot tub were a hit with the kids and the covered porch was a hit with the adults. It’s an awesome house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MIranda B.

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

Peaceful Stay

This property is a beautiful natural setting. The creek and mountain views are spectacular. We enjoyed walking the road, the nearby trails, and visiting the conference center next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

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

Beautiful Home!

This home is so beautiful! Very spacious and easily accommodates a larger group. We actually didn't have our kids with us, but I wish we had because they would have loved the creek right out front, and the kids room upstairs with the bunk beds + couch/tv. The porch and outdoor fireplace is amazing. I also love the location. Very close to the original Mast General store, and an easy drive to Boone or Banner Elk. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

This is a great house.

This house was wonderful overall. The set up Is great for a group that includes kids. Beds were comfortable, very nice appliances. The house was well stocked with cooking supplies and they have a very thorough binder of information about things to do in the area. We enjoyed the porch and fireplace and the kids loved playing in the creek. Our only complaint is that the property manager only provides one towel per person, which wasn’t ideal with a house full of kids. We called the property manager to ask for more towels but had no response. Overall, we had a great time and would highly recommend the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals

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This home 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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