Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks
La Shika Chalet
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The family dogs are very welcome here at La Shika Chalet! The chefs in your group will be thrilled with the open, well-equipped kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances. Dine together at the breakfast bar, the table for eight, or out on your furnished deck. Gather together in the cozy living area with high ceilings, multiple seating options, a warming gas fireplace, and a wall-mounted flatscreen TV. Challenge one another to games of foosball and then head outside to stargaze by the gas fireplace or let the dogs play under the deck. (Hint: the downstairs dog washing station is also great for cleaning dusty mountain bikes and for drip-drying wet snow gear!) And when it's time to call it a night, there are three bedrooms plus a den with a sofabed available to accommodate 12 lucky guests. You'll find two bedrooms on the lower level, both with comfortable beds and one shared with an XL bunk. On the main floor, there's a main bedroom with an additional king-size bed and en suite bath.
Though Beech Mountain is a quiet, secluded town, it has everything you need to have a memorable vacation away from it all! During warmer months, make a day of golfing at a local course or explore the many trailheads found within minutes of your front door. For an additional fee, guests have access to Beech Mountain Club which has golf (May 15-Oct. 15), a heated pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day), tennis courts, pickleball courts, a fitness room, and the clubhouse restaurant. Some popular hiking and mountain biking areas are Emerald Outback, Sunset Park, and Perry Park. Come winter, the skiers in your party will be in paradise with Beech Mountain Ski Resort sitting less than two miles from home base. And don't forget to grab a bite to eat at Brick Oven Pizzeria or Beech Mountain Grille after a full day of action.
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. Generator provided in case of power failures Snowbird-friendly. Please contact us for special rates. Please note that the Beech Mountain Club golf & amenities are only applicable to long-term guests who are staying a month or longer. This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
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.
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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About the area
Banner Elk
Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Elk Statue and Banner House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grandfather Mountain and Grandfather Mountain State Park. Land of Oz and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Buckeye Recreational Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
Grandfather Mountain - 31 min drive - 29.4 km
Appalachian State University - 34 min drive - 28.1 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive
Restaurants
Town Tavern of Banner Elk - 15 min drive
Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria - 7 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 14 min drive
Blink Elk Tap Room - 15 min drive
Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom and Grill - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks on 5 June 2026 start from AU$292, 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 Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Two-story, dog-friendly chalet with an enclosed yard and furnished decks located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Beech Mountain Resort and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Buckeye Recreational Center. Land of Oz and Lees-McRae College are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We really enjoyed our stay here! The place was clean and comfortably slept all 12 of us! The view was incredible too and the deck was very nice. The kitchen was spacious and allowed us to cook some big meals with all the utensils and equipment provided, so thank you! Firepit on the deck worked just fine too. Vaccum and shovel was nice to have as well. Wish we could have found paper towels somewhere, but it was all good. Trash bags were stocked up which is nice. Love this place, would definitely stay here again next year. Maybe there'll be a hot tub next time ;)
Nathanael B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kate B.
9 Feb 2023
Great time!
Beautiful chalet. We loved the living area and kitchen. Very cozy place!
Convenient location, snow covered moubtain view. Deer everywhere. Excellent for hosting large group. Quite comfortably handled 10 of us and dogs. Kitchen and accessories worked out well for feeding large group. Wonderful family vacation!
The guys were very comfortable staying in the house. It is hard to put 6 guys in a house when they each need a bed and they aren't cramped. They were very happy !! close to the job
Pros- very spacious, the most pet-friendly location I’ve ever stayed (wonderful outdoor patio area that’s pet-friendly, dog bath, etc), and beautiful location!
The only con is that the cabin was too stuffy for our liking. There were units attached to the wall, but they either didn’t work well, didn’t work at all, or we were too dumb to operate them. There were also no ceiling fans in the bedroom.
Would I stay here again? Yes, but only during cooler months.
Jennifer L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, Jennifer. Our goal is to continuously improve and provide the best possible experience for all of our guests, and your input is invaluable in helping us achieve that goal. If you would be open to discussing your feedback further, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Thanks again, we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and exceed your expectations in the future.
Pros:- very clean, no pet smell, everything was very nice.- well stocked kitchen. We are a family of 8 and cook alot. The kitchen had plenty of plates, pans, utensils, tupperware, etc. This was a big plus for us. - beds were very comfy, no cheap thin mattresses. Linens were also high quality and soft/ warm. - very warm and cozy.- tons of room for a big family without craming in - super close to beech mountain and the sled hill (21 minutes to food lion in banner elk as closest store)-parking and access were easy no crazy driveway on a hill. - overall super well furnished and lots of games, movies (big doctor who fans!) and books (love the take a book policy!)Cons: Nothing really at all wrong. It was a wonderful place. Gun to my head, the toilet paper was a little cheap/thin.
Nicholos W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy A.
19 Jan 2023
Loved La Shika Chalet
Was so impressed with this home. Pictures on website don’t do it justice. There are plenty of sleeping option and the kitchen is FULLY stocked. It’s beautifully updated and a great place if your wanting to bring your dog. Will stay here again.
Tammy A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jennifer T.
23 Dec 2022
Perfect for my family getaway!
We booked a last minute winter vacation for my husband, myself, Two young boys as well as my mom, brother, and great grandparents. It was the perfect setting. Deer surrounded our home daily which was exhilarating for my boys, the home was very accommodating for us and my pup! The kitchen is very well stocked, and Nintendo64 was a hit! It took 25 minutes to get off the mountain, but otherwise very near anything you needed. Great stay!
Jennifer T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aurora A.
13 Dec 2022
Magic weekend
We love staying in La Shika Chalet it was clean and spacious place for enjoying with pets and family and Ski resort it’s close .
The house is situated in a beautiful neighborhood just 10 mins from Beech Mountain Resort. The home is well thought out to accommodate a family or two with everything you need. The kitchen had everything needed and a lot of extras. Bedrooms and bathrooms (all 4 are full baths) were well done with 3 of the bathrooms looked like there were recently updated. We were surprised to find that the 4th bedroom in the listing is the office upstairs with a pull out couch. Looking over the listing it shows 2 twins and 2 futons/sofa beds. You can see this room in the photos - the office with the leather couch. This worked out fine as your 18 year old was fine on the sofa bed and the room is private and uses the upstairs bathroom. As we were leaving we all agreed we would return to this beautiful home next time we were traveling in the area.
william k.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Merry B.
28 Jan 2022
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Good and Bad
House was beautiful and large enough to accommodate our group of 11. BUT not enough towels, wash rags or hand towels (only 2). Coffee pot was broken, dust under beds and sofas, bugs in the kitchen window, no response from Vacasa when we reported these problems. Vacasa people kept texting/saying that they would take care of this right away, but never did. If we had just had any response at all from Vacasa about the problems we noticed right when we got there, the stay would have been wonderful.
Merry B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Hi Merry, we were delighted to host you. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your visit but apologize for any concerns faced. We are also sorry for any delays in communication but feel we must note we do not see any communication attempts. We received a positive reply when we messaged you about asking how the cleanliness of the home was. We were under the impression all was well. We have replaced the coffee pot and have a deep clean scheduled for the home. It will be fresh and ready for future guests. We are available 24 hours a day to assist guests in any way possible. We hope to host you again soon.
This was a beautiful, cozy, perfect family gathering place. The kitchen was so spacious and amazingly equipped especially for a Thanksgiving and birthday celebration. Roasting marshmallows on the fire pit grill on a beautiful spacious deck was so fun. The beds and bathrooms were very nice. We so enjoyed the living room that had room for all of us. Can’t say enough about this lovely chalet.
The whole process of booking was easy! The place was awesome, loved the 3 King beds. Also loved waking up both mornings to 10-12 deer grazing outside the windows. Kitchen is well stocked and place was clean.
Great home... well appointed (from kitchen, to games, to making pets comfortable!)
The home was very comfortable with lots of room to spread out... My husband and I were alone, but the house could easily accommodate three couples (each with their own king) and more utilizing the bunks and pull out sofa. The kitchen had everything you could need with LOTS of utensils, mugs, and flatware. We loved having the Keurig!
The house is perfectly set up for dogs too! The decks have gates so your pup can run from the top deck, down the stairs to bottom deck, and then (the best part) to under the bottom deck with mulch, lighting, and pooper scooper/pail. The owner thought of everything!
We really enjoyed our stay and would go again with a large crowd!
Susan W.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ana L.
11 Oct 2021
Fall time
This house is very pretty and comfortable. You can really enjoy a nice getaway here. It is equipped very well and all the rooms/bathrooms are very nice. I would definitely stay stay here again!
Ana L.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Jenna C.
24 July 2021
Quiet location but alittle too dog friendly
This house was a little too dog friendly for us. We have a furry family member but we left him behind this trip.. There was alot of past occupants dog hair on the floors and stairs (long white and black hairs) We brought 2 small kids that ended up finding alot of it 😬 bedding downstairs had dog hair on it on top and underneath. The lower level seemed to have some moisture issues and smelled very musty, the carpet squishes when you walk on it. The location is good, the neighborhood was quiet lots of things nearby and it was nice to see deer every morning.
Jenna C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness concerns you encountered during your stay with us. Our team of housekeepers takes pride in their cleanliness standards, as it is a top priority service we provide for every guest prior to check-in. We are disappointed to see that this concern was not reported to us during your stay as we would have been happy to assist. We have passed your feedback along to our housekeeping staff so they are aware of your concerns. We hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future!
Property is clean, bright, nicely decorated, and well maintained. We appreciated all the games and books, gas fireplace, and the foosball table. The enclosed porch and dog wash made it so easy to have our dog with us. Location is great - on a quiet street with a view of the mountains (in winter, when trees are bare), and so many deer! This was a vacation our family will treasure.
We have rented from VRBO for many years and this has been one of our best experiences with the rental. I hope the property managers continue their upkeep of the place as they seem to have thus far. We will be back. Note: it is remote in terms of access to food/restaurants - so come prepared.
Place was great. Kitchen fully stocked. Nice bedding and bathrooms. Was surprised by how much space was available for a dog on desks and fenced area. Would book again.
While no mountain view from the deck, the location was picturesque and very peaceful. There were deer laying by the roadside, wandering the yards and golf course and seen every walk! The house had everything one could need. The kitchen was very well equipped. I loved the gated porches and my pup loved racing from one level to the other.
Frances F.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
3 Aug 2020
Beautiful Mountain Getaway
Great house in the high peaks of the Appalachians! Short trips to waterfalls, swimming holes, hiking, biking, and more... We loved our time there! The house is beautiful and has everything you need for vacation living.