A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Walk to Sugar Mountain Resort
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Sugar Mountain, NC
Sugar Mountain Resort
Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
12 min walk
Grandfather Mountain
Place, Grandfather Mountain
19 min drive
Beech Mountain Resort
Place, Beech Mountain Resort
23 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom with Two Twin Beds
2 Single Beds
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
King Master Bedroom Suite
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Main Level Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain
MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YRS OF AGE TO BOOK
Additional Room Details Loft Sleeper Sofa (Double or Queen) Shared Full Bath Shower TV Upstairs Views
Welcome to Sugar Bear!
Sugar Bear is a charming 3BR log cabin near the top of Sugar Mountain, close to the ski slopes. Enjoy long-range mountain views, including the peaks of Grandfather Mountain. During the ski season, guests are within walking distance to the slopes of Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, less than half a mile or a short 3-mile drive to their main parking area and ski lodge. Enjoy "virtual slopeside" shuttle service! The Sugar Mountain Shuttle can pick you up at the cabin or the resort and drop you off at Sugar Bear or the slopes. Either way, you have virtual slopeside access to the ski slopes!
During the warmer months, enjoy the 18-hole golf course and the tennis courts, less than three (3) miles from the cabin on Sugar Mountain. Downtown Banner Elk is only five (5) miles away, with Lees McRae College, shopping, restaurants, and more. Grandfather Mountain and the popular Profile hiking trails are less than four (4) miles away, and Beech Mountain Ski Resort is an eleven (11) mile drive from Sugar Bear. The town of Seven Devils, with Otter Falls trail and the Hawksnest Snowtubing & Ziplines resort, is eight (8) miles from the cabin.
The towns of Boone and Blowing Rock are both about fifteen (15) miles away. Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park and Appalachian Ski Mountain are about nineteen (19) miles away. The village of Valle Crucis, with its riverfront community park and the original Mast General Store, is only fourteen (14) miles away. The Elk River is three (3) miles away, and the Watauga River is twelve (12) miles away. Watauga Lake is about twenty-five (25) miles. Linville Falls and Linville Caverns are both within twenty (20) miles of Sugar Bear cabin. Sugar Bear cabin is close and convenient to the High Country attractions and many more.
The main level of Sugar Bear boasts wood floors, antler chandeliers, and vaulted, tongue-and-groove ceilings, and exposed beams. The great room features a large HD Smart TV, leather furniture, and a floor-to-ceiling river rock fireplace with gas logs. The adjacent dining table seats six, plus two more on bar stool seats at the kitchen bar top, for a total of eight guests. The kitchen is well equipped to prepare and serve meals to a packed house. Guests can even enjoy the long-range views from the kitchen sink!
Two bedrooms and one full bathroom are on the main level. Both have an HD Smart TV, and one has a queen bed and a glass door leading to the rear deck. The second bedroom has two twin beds, exposed beams, and also has mountain views. The main level full bathroom is central to both bedrooms and the rest of the living area.
Upstairs is a cozy loft with an HD Smart TV, an Xbox game console with a handful of fun games, and a comfy sofa that opens to a queen bed. The master suite is a spacious bedroom featuring a king bed, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, an HD Smart TV, an ensuite bathroom, and a glass door framing stunning mountain views and opening to a Juliette deck.
Sugar Bear features covered porches and open-air decks on the front, rear, and on both sides. The hot tub was added during the summer of 2020. The owners plan to continue upgrading this lovely cabin, so you may well arrive to find a few unexpected amenities. The open-air rear deck on the main level wraps around the side and has outdoor steps going down to the lower level rear deck and into the backyard. The rear deck has cushioned outdoor deck furniture and a stainless gas grill. The lower back porch also enjoys mountain views, has another table and chairs, and wraps around the far side of the house to another open-air deck. The covered front porch features a fun two-seat bench glider, a bistro table for two, and more outdoor seating. The front porch stretches the length of the cabin, leads out onto the open-air side deck and parking area, and curls around to the back deck.
A summary of the amenities includes a washer and dryer, a total of five (5) HD Smart TVs with digital streaming programming and internet TV, an Xbox game console with numerous games to enjoy, WiFi Internet, gas log fireplace, hot tub, and a year-round unobstructed long-range mountain top view.
Sugar Bear is a charming cabin with plenty of creature comforts and lots of fun stuff to do. In addition to the ski slopes, Sugar Mountain Resort has ice skating and snow tubing in wintertime. The Sugar Mountain Public Golf Course and tennis courts open during warmer months. Sugar Bear cabin is a fun, convenient, family-friendly place to enjoy your High Country vacation!
Sugar Bear Cabin has central heat and 2 portable high BTU air conditioning units. The temperatures rarely ever get above the mid-70s up this high in elevation during the summer weeks.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps up to 8 guests max): Upstairs King Master Suite (sleeps 2) Main Level Queen Bedroom (sleeps 2) Main Level Twin Bedroom with 2 Twin Beds (sleeps 2) Queen Sleeper Sofa in Upstairs Loft (sleeps 2)
MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK
*Currently, Sugar Bear Cabin has central heat but does not yet have central air conditioning. The temperatures rarely ever get above the mid-70s up this high in elevation during the summer weeks. However, the owners plan to upgrade their HVAC by the summer of 2021 to provide central heat AND air conditioning. No guarantees on exact dates, but that is the game plan, and this note will come down once the upgrade is complete.
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About the area
Banner Elk
Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is near theme parks and 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 and Pisgah National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Appalachian State University - 29 min drive - 30.7 km
Tweetsie Railroad - 34 min drive - 36.7 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 17 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 12 min drive
Blink Elk Tap Room - 12 min drive
Puerto Nuevo - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain?
As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain on 28 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,233, 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 Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Cabin Atop Sugar Mountain located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and within 3 miles (5 km) of Linville River and Sugar Creek Gem Mine. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an amazing experience! The love for detail can be felt in every room the kitchen was meticulously stocked with everything you could imagine. The overall cleanliness was exceptional.
Very cozy and clean cabin with great view of sunrise up Grandfather mountain and backyard wildlife. Right next to slopes, gem mining and restaurants. Loved it!
Thats so awesome to hear! Thank you for your business and allowing us to provide a backdrop for what sounds like a great time. Take care and we hope a revisit is in the works.
Nice place with great views. Convenient location. Kitchen was nicely equipped. Could use a few more stemmed wine glasses and some pizza pans. Place was clean and cozy.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share regarding your stay. Your trust and your business are incredibly important to us. Its our sincerest hope that a revisit will happen, sooner rather than later.
This was the perfect cabin for 2 couples It's open and airy,so much natural light and a great view.We all loved sitting on the back deck every evening.A very well equipped kitchen as well.Everything worked well and its decorated so nice.
Thank you so much for choosing and staying in our home. We are thrilled that you appeared to have enjoyed your stay and that the home met your vacation needs. We look forward to welcoming you back again to our home. Safe travels!
Bear, Deer, Chipmunks, Cottontails, & Hummingbirds Kept us looking out our windows and watching from the many elevated decks. A great stay!
Terry P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for sharing. Knowing our guest had a great time and enjoyed the property is its own reward! Take care and we hope you will revisit sooner rather than later.
The experience was amazing perfect clean and we enjoyed.
We definitely give 5 star.
Rosa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share. Our staff was delighted to hear you enjoyed the home and your expectations were met. Its our fondest hope that you will visit us again in the very near future.
We loved this cabin! It had everything we needed and more. The views were amazing! Wildlife everywhere! Super clean! We had so much fun! We would love to come back!
Alexis B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2024
Thats so awesome to hear! Thank you for your business and allowing us to provide a backdrop for what sounds like a great time. Take care and we hope a revisit is in the works.
We skied at sugar mountain. The cabin was not a 10 minute drive to the mountain. The cabin was the best place to return to after a long day on the slopes!
Leslea W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Feb 2024
Thanks for sharing. What mountain are you referring to? The home is just a short walk ( 12 minutes) to Sugar Mountain Resort. Regardless it was a pleasure sharing our home with you and we hope that you will visit us again in the very near future.
Our family stayed at the cabin from Sunday to Friday. Everything was clean and charming. We enjoyed our stay in the cabin. Unless you plan to ski, snowboard or tube every day, a week is a long time to stay here. We were in need of some much needed down time and were perfectly fine for a week, however the "snow" activities are all that is available in the area.
Dana P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2025
We are so grateful for the feedback! Its our sincerest hope that we have another opportunity to welcome you back to our home again in the very near future.
About the host
Hosted by Carolina Cabin Rentals
Homes listed under this host profile are professionally managed by Carolina Cabin Rentals, a North Carolina–licensed real estate firm. Our local team takes pride in clean, well-cared-for homes, freshly prepared linens from our professional laundry facility, easy self-check-in, and dependable support to help you enjoy a relaxing mountain stay.
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