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Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace

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Living area
Property grounds
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Linville River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Creek Gem Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace

Bee Branch 08

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Stay in the middle of a winter wonderland at this mountain-top condo in Sugar Mountain. Build a snowman in the great yard area and walk right to the slopes for a day of adventures. Once you're ready to relax, the cozy living room has a great fireplace to warm up by, and the kitchen is fully-equipped to whip up a gourmet meal.

What's nearby:
Sugar Mountain Resort is just steps away from this condo, where you'll find an outdoor skating rink, snow tubing, mountain bike tours and a full golf course (weather permitting). There are plenty of local restaurants in close proximity, including Highlander's Grill & Tavern and Reid's Cafe. Sightseeing is plentiful in this area as well, such as the Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and the Mile High Swinging Bridge.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full Kitchen (dishwasher)
4WD or AWD is highly recommended in the winter months.

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC

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




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.

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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

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 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

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this condo is in a rural area and near theme parks. Tweetsie Railroad and Banner House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Sugar Creek Gem Mine. Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Linville River - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Appalachian State University - 31 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$179, 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 Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski In/Out mountain front condo w/ balcony views and a stone fireplace 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

7.2

Good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 26 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dr Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location on Easy Street ski trail. Walk right on and ski down to lift.
View from balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s exactly as you would expect from the pictures. Dated but clean and everything as advertised! Could use some new drinkware, seems like attrition has led to only a couple coffee cups. We stayed one night and it was perfect for our group of beginners since it was right off of easy street.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On arrival I thought that it was a Quaint looking condo seemed clean for the majority of the condo but while getting ready for bed and a shower that evening, noticed hairs on the sheets of the two full size beds and on the shower walls of the shower in that same room. The twin beds in the second room and the other bathroom shower were clean. Not a horrible experience at this stay but could use some updating at the unit and thorough cleaning between stays.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location-that’s the best thing about this place-ski in and out truly. A blessing of you want to relax or head back early while your kids want to stay on the slope-The home would benefit however from some renovation-the TVs are smart Arab which was great but very small screens. A 50” tv in the living room at the very least and not a 35”.We could both use the coffe machine as there were no filters. Perhaps a kettle to boil water for tea or coffee would be a nice additionCarpet is very old with stains and you can trip on itYou need a new shower head on the master bathroomThe bed backboard was broken for one bed and almost for the second one
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alan R.

Good unit and nice value for the rent.

Nice access to the ski slopes.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

James Andrew F.

Do not stay at this one

The only one thing that was loved is that there is a nice creek outback that runs this place was old damp and smelly. Do not stay here there are others in B that are updated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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

One night stay

We had a great one night stay. Easy to rent and perfect for the group of teenagers that I had with me to go to the ASU game.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dragan S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Dear Sir or Madam,I am writing to formally report serious issues we experienced during our recent stay.Upon arrival, it was immediately apparent that the unit had not been properly prepared or cleaned prior to our arrival. The beds were unmade, and the bed sheets and pillowcases were dirty and had not been replaced. As no clean linens were available, we were forced to use our own T-shirts as pillowcases. The bathrooms had not been cleaned, dirty towels were left on the bathroom floor, and no clean towels were provided.In addition, the thermostat was set to 60F and could not be adjusted. Given that February 1 was one of the coldest days in the history of Sugar Mountain, the temperature in the unit was extremely uncomfortable. Even with the fireplace in use, the unit remained cold, and we had to sleep almost fully dressed.We contacted Vacasa immediately upon discovering these issues and were assured that the local property management would resolve them. Our only request was for clean sheets, pillowcases, and towels. The following day, we contacted Vrbo, but we were again referred to the local property management. We were provided with a Vacasa North Carolina phone number (1 252-689-0326), which was not in service.Throughout our entire stay, we received no assistance beyond repeated apologies and requests for patience. At no point were the issues addressed or resolved. This was an extremely disappointing experience, and it is the first time we have ever encountered a
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

John O.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not great

Beds were not made and sheets were never provided. Trash was found left over in the unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Darren S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Old run Down and NOISEY

Was like a museum furniture, appliances, decor, flooring, bedding, all were 40 plus years old. Refrigerator makes terrible noises constantly, There cant be any insulation in the walls you could hear everything the neighbors said. Upstairs must have been a family of Sasquach i never saw them but you could sure hear them. Even at 3 in morning pounding the floors. Apparently the people that stayed the night before us thought they had it rented for our stay also. They came back tring to open the door several times but their code would not work. They claimed they left their belongings in their. Needless to say it was very disturbing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tim P.

Skiing with the kids

Great location. Easy walk to the slopes or back to the condo for lunch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Olivia M.

Well worth the price

This property was very clean. The bedrooms are nice, the bathrooms were a bit small. I love sitting on the deck. It is located close to area attractions. We are already planning a trip back in December. Y6
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Great unit for ski trip

Unit was clean, cozy and warm when we got there. Furniture was comfortable but sturdy and rustic enough you weren't afraid to put your feet on the coffee table! Appreciated the large dining room table and kitchen serve thru window. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beds were average but we slept fine. WiFi and TVs worked and the fireplace came right on. The rack outside the door for skis and Boards was very helpful. No complaints really. Only suggestion is to put more weatherstripping around the outside door in the bedroom cuz you could feel air coming through. Would stay here again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter and Kris F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Expectations

If you are expecting a modern, gleaming unit with updated furnishings, fit and finish, you'll give this place a One Star. For many reasons...many reasons..... If you are expecting a worn and used unit last renovated in the 20th century, this will work perfectly. The words "rustic" or "lived in" gently describe the state of the place. The location to the slopes is excellent. The Roku TV was excellent. Parking, excellent. I'm going with 3 stars since it all depends on what you are hoping to get for the price. (For management: a little market analysis of the area shows other condos and even houses in the exact same price range with the same features and have been WAY more updated. The price on this one should be appreciably lower.)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Not bab for the money

Location was great and the view from the deck was nice as well. Fireplace was not easy to get started and it's a bit out of date and needs some TLC.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Our stay

This unit make me extremely nervous after reading the reviews but overall it wasn’t bad. Yes it’s a little out dated & needs some TLC but we were there to ski and have a good time. & that’s just what we did! I would definitely suggest the owner in buying some new blinds bc out of all the windows there was only one window the blinds worked on. All the other windows the blinds wouldn’t even pull down to cover the windows. Also it would have been nice to have the right amount of towels. The unit sleeps 6 and we were only given 3 bath towels. There was 6 of us adults. Not a big deal but wish I would of known, I would have brought my own. Skiers it’s on the beginner slope which is great but it’s a little tricky/hard getting up and down from the unit to the slope so if you have small children, be aware. Definitely will get your exercise in. I gave the check process 3 stars. I’ve stayed on the mountain before in different units & I normally receive info at the latest the night before on instructions on getting into the unit. I didn’t receive info until noon the day of our arrival. It may just be me but I would have liked them sooner. One last thing the unit only allows one parking spot. Overall we had a good time and the unit was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sameer a.

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

Pleasant stay next to slopes

It was a well kept place. A bit small and dated. Next to slopes. Although we did have to go down 3 flights of stairs or more to get down to the creek in order to get to the ski lifts making it difficult with small kids. Very nice views from the balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Labor Day 2020

Dated, but well maintained home on the ski slopes of Sugar Mountain. Had a good weekend watching folks mountain bike down. Rode the lift up for some great views and then back down. The surrounding towns can not handle the traffic on a holiday weekend. The restaurants do not have capacity for the holiday weekend crowds, so plan to take advantage of the kitchen in this unit and cook your own meals.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

James H.

NEEDS TLC - Beware

Various mechanical and comfort issues kept us from enjoying our stay. My family has stayed with Dereka for the holidays for years and have always been satisfied with the Bee Branch units and staff. This year with the layer of Vacasa management and disconnect from the staff was terrible. From the front door not latching to the poor mechanical condition of the unit, Vacasa has not been an improvement to the Bee Branches.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rachel F.

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

One night stay

Good for a one night stay with teenage boys.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jared K.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karen C.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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