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Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Grandfather Mountain
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck

Bee Branch 01

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This condo sits at the base of Sugar Mountain just off the Easy Street Run. It is a true ski-in/ski-out location as you can walk down the steps off the deck and you are just steps from the slopes. It is a great location for non-skiers to sit on the back deck and watch the skiers go by, or snuggle up around the gas fireplace. Utilize the fully equipped kitchen or visit one of the many local restaurants nearby. In the summer, enjoy walking access to the mountain bike trails, tennis courts and golf course. Enjoy the sounds of the creek as you relax on the covered deck, or relax inside and enjoy the central air-conditioning.

What's nearby:
Sugar Mountain Resort is just steps away from this condo, where in addition to skiing you'll find an outdoor skating rink and snow tubing. In the Summer and Fall there are mountain bike trails, tennis courts and a full golf course. Sight-seeing and outdoor activities are plentiful in this area as well, such as Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns, Linville Falls, white water rafting, ziplining and gem mining!

Things to know:
--Free WiFi
--Fully Equipped Kitchen
--4WD or AWD is highly recommended in the winter months
--There are Smart TVs with Hulu Live TV and Hulu streaming

**Please note that the condo has 30 stairs down from the parking level to the front door, but there is a loading zone that cuts out 17 stairs for loading and unloading**

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this condo is in a rural area and near theme parks. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Land of Oz - 21 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck?

As of 2 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$391.59, 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.

What time is check-in at Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski-In/Ski-Out Ground-Level Condo w/ Gas Fireplace + Covered Deck located?

Located in the mountains, this slopeside Banner Elk condo building offers ski-in/ski-out access within 2 miles (3 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort and Linville River, and is convenient for winter activities, such as sledging. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Great ski in & out

Great for kids - easy access to slopes. Watched my 11 year old ski down and get on lifts right out window
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jackson B.

Awesome place

Couldn’t have asked for a better stay.

10/10 Excellent

Kasi C.

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

Great slope side rental for a weekend away

Lovely weekend, place was great on the inside and was very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicki S.

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

Wonderful Condo

Great condo with a perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Pam S.

Great location

Being right on the green slope was worth it. Nice condo too, good rooms.
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8/10 Good

Brooke M.

Ski weekend

Great ski in and out location, everything you need for a fun weekend of skiing. Note, lots of stairs.
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10/10 Excellent

William M.

Perfect spot for family vacation

We just did a weekday vacation here and LOVED IT! The view is breathtaking and condo is very well kept. We look forward to booking next year and inviting more family/friends to also book the bee 2 adjoining as this year was a trial run of this being an annual trip we make.
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10/10 Excellent

Ronak C.

Very nice and clean rental. The furniture was so beautiful!! And the rental was right in front of...

Very nice and clean rental. The furniture was so beautiful!! And the rental was right in front of the ski thing.
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10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Very Nice Unit

It was very clean and everything was really nice inside
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas V.

Excellent place for ski in/ski out

The location was great, the condo was great and had everything you needed. It is a little difficult to load/unload since this is the bottom unit but we wanted to be able to walk off our back deck on hit the slopes
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10/10 Excellent

Deana McAnulty M.

Perfect ski stay!

The location was fantastic. Located just on the side of the slopes, middle ways down to the lift. Easy access and distance. The condo was spacious and clean. Very cozy and inviting! We loved our stay and will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Great lower unit with easy access to the ski slopes

Clean, updated unit. Very nice. No coffee available, but Keurig machine there. Everything was in great condition. Walk out the back to the slopes.
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8/10 Good

JONATHAN H.

Overall

Nice place. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. Easy to slopes. Not so easy from parking lot, lots of steps. Full kitchen. Nice new deck.
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6/10 Okay

Jena D.

Condoms & Toenails

When we checked in we noticed right away there were toenails on the living room table. We then later noticed 2 condom wrappers underneath the edge of the bed. Other than that the area was fantastic. Perfect spot from stores and scenic activities.
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2/10 Terrible

Jonathan M.

Terrible experience, don’t stay here

No hot water in the condo for first 1.5 days of our trip. I called the call center +10 times and every time got the same response. The local management team is a joke. They never reached out to talk to me and the hot water only got fixed because I kept calling the call center. We couldn’t shower for the first 1.5 days. I would consider this a necessity and unacceptable that it was not fixed sooner. The stairs were not shoveled until the day we left, so they were covered in snow the entire time making it extremely difficult and dangerous to walk down. The parking lot was barely maintained and we actually paid a plow truck to clear the road. The location of the condo is great but not worth the hassle of dealing with local management to resolve problems during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lara L.

Great condo!

Lovely! Nicely updated, comfy beds, great kitchen. Your own private steps off the porch down to the Easy Street slope. Despite other issues, it was a great spot. We had an issue with the heat and a leak under the sink the first night, and Brian, the local maintenance guy, was very kind and helpful the next day. However, the water went out the second full day, and Vacasa customer service was absolutely terrible. We reported the issue multiple times, and the rep told me they would contact the local office, and when I called again four hours later, another rep told me no ticket had been created and no contact had been made with the managers. He said he would call me back with more information, and he never did, neither did the local office. We finally found out from neighbors that the water was out in the whole building due to the pipes being repaired, but we didn’t get any info at all from Vacasa or the local managers. Water was out for 6 hours, and we had no idea if/when it was going to come back on for cooking, cleaning, flushing toilets, etc. Y’all really dropped the ball.

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh D.

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

Excellent ski-in/ski-out location

Very homey and comfortable. Kitchen is stocked with what you need to cook in. Two styles of coffee makers, nice touch! Beds were comfortable. Love watching the people on the slopes from the kitchen or living room. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Elizabeth D.

Great location, poor customer service

Beautiful property and location. We have been staying in Bee Branch units for 20 years and have stayed at this property a few times in the past. Unfortunately, the management team is severely lacking and hard to get in touch with. Problems were not resolved while we were there and it was unfortunate as we loved the house itself and the location is perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Perfect slope side condo

This was our third year staying here and we have stayed at others before that didn’t match this rental. We love the upgrades including a new deck and a comfy couch. We love the open floor plan and the modern kitchen that has always had everything we needed. Plus a few extras (Crock pot, electric griddle, a box fan, small heaters for each room, nice bonus)The view of the easy street slope is the best. We will book again next year.

10/10 Excellent

Casie R.

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

Great Weekend Stay

Cute condo! Had a nice time! Enjoyed the location very much! We will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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6/10 Okay

Vicki Z.

The nice look is deceiving

The view is wonderful, and the condo at first is very nice looking (decor, coloring, materials). The gas fireplace was the reason we rented the condo. After 3 calls and 2 visits from the maintenance staff, the fireplace was ruled unusable. So very disappointing. No refunds provided. The dirty dishes in the dishwasher was surprising, coupled with the mold/mildew in both showers. A bottle of tilex would be genius for the cleaning crew. The couch seems broken as you couldn’t sit straight on any seat.
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10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Fantastic unit on the slopes

What a great updated unit right on the slopes! The walk down the hill to Easy Street slope is very doable even for families. The updated unit has sleeping space for a big family, well stocked kitchen, and decent room in the bathrooms. We found a few new games to play and has tons of books if you aren’t planning to ski/be outdoors. Great unit!!!
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8/10 Good

Duanna H.

Cute Little Condo

This was a cute little condo. The beds were comfortable. The fireplace was beautiful. Nice kitchen. We would stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Comfortable, Nice location

Plus factors were the the running creek behind, the fireplace, small deck and living area. The minus factors were a bed that hadn't been completely made when we arrived, the access to the lower level and stairs, some areas not thoroughly cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Bee Branch 01

We loved our stay. Unit was in a great location It was updated and very clean. Would definitely come back and stay here again.

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