Elegant Home with Incredible Views

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Great Room with Stone Fireplace and long-Range Views
Open Deck with Fire Feature and Seating
Pool Table in Lower Level Den
Foosball Table in Loft
Hot Tub on Open Deck with Layered Mountain Views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$1,189
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 17 Dec

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hound Ears Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Common Space

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Floor King Bedroom with Daybed with Trundle

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Main Floor King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Floor King Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Lower Floor Private Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor King Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Upper Floor King Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$1,189
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 17 Dec

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About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this lodge is in a rural area and near theme parks. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Appalachian State University - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 26 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South End Brewing - Boone - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Appalachia Cookie Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Social - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Elegant Home with Incredible Views

Must be at least 25 years of age to book.

Welcome to Cucumber Tree Lodge!

Ideally situated just 10 minutes from Boone and Valle Crucis and 20 minutes from both downtown Banner Elk and Blowing Rock, this 4+ acre property offers the perfect blend of accessibility and seclusion. When staying at this unique and accommodating retreat, you will be close to attractions such as fishing, snow sports, ziplining, and an abundance of dining and shopping options.

Cucumber Tree Lodge is a spacious and elegant custom log cabin home featuring a wealth of amenities, including expansive upper- and lower-level decks, a hot tub, a convertible game/poker table, and a pool table. Upon entering the home, stunning mountain views greet you from an open-concept great room, kitchen, and dining area. Designed with oversized windows and glass doors, interior wood walls, high-vaulted wood ceilings, and an impressive double-sided wood-burning fireplace, the main level is a perfect gathering space for large families and groups of friends.
Designed with both style and functionality in mind, the spacious, fully equipped kitchen features modern appliances, ample counter space, a large basin sink, and generous storage to accommodate all your cooking needs. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining area, which offers seating for up to 10 at the custom-made wood-and-resin river table and bench, with additional seating for 6 at the game table and 3 at the kitchen island.

The great room, dining area, and master bedroom open to the main-level deck, which features a gas grill, a dining table and chairs on the covered porch, a large hot tub, and additional seating around a fire table. The lower-level deck features additional seating and a screened-in play area with a ping-pong table.

The lower level, featuring a pool table, a smart HDTV, and a wine refrigerator, is a welcoming second living space designed for relaxation and entertainment. This level also includes a second oven, microwave, and two refrigerators, making it easy to enjoy snacks and drinks without heading upstairs or to prepare meals for large groups.

Cucumber Tree Lodge offers three well-appointed bedrooms and a loft, ensuring plenty of space and comfort for every guest. On the main level, you'll find the King master suite with a private full bathroom and a large closet. The upper-level Loft features a King bed and Queen Futon, a foosball table, and a newly renovated private bathroom! The lower level has a second Master Suite with a King bed, a Twin trundle bed, and an ensuite bathroom, offering privacy and comfort. The bunk room is perfect for larger groups or kids with a Queen bed and both Twin-over-Full and Twin-over-Twin bunk beds. With its thoughtful layout and variety of sleeping arrangements, this home accommodates up to 16 guests with ease.

Additional amenities include smart HDTVs in three bedrooms and the main and lower living areas, all with access to Hulu Live, Netflix, ESPN+, and Amazon Prime, keeping guests entertained. The home also features a high-speed mesh Wi-Fi system, central heating and air conditioning, and washers and dryers on the main and lower levels for added convenience. Guests are welcome to bring up to two dogs for an additional fee, making this a pet-friendly retreat (food and water bowls provided).

The property provides ample parking with space for five (5) vehicles. There is no way to charge electric cars. The home is off a privately maintained gravel road, with proximity to the main roads (less than ½ mile). **4WD or AWD is necessary during the winter months. ** There is a Ring doorbell and a security camera installed on the portico post facing the driveway.

Other nearby attractions include:
- Historic Mast General Store - 3 miles
- Valle Crucis Community Park (multiple playgrounds, basketball courts, soccer fields, walking trails, and access to the Watauga River for fishing, swimming, and floating) - 3 miles
- Greater Foscoe Mining Company - 5 miles
- Grandfather Vineyard and Winery - 6 miles
- Hawksnest Ziplining and Snow Tubing - 9 miles
- Appalachian Ski Mountain - 10 miles
- Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park - 10 miles
- Sugar Mountain Ski Resort - 11 miles
- Banner Elk Winery – 15 miles
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort - 18 miles

Book your stay at Cucumber Lodge today!

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Home with Incredible Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elegant Home with Incredible Views?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant Home with Incredible Views on 14 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,189, 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 Elegant Home with Incredible Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Home with Incredible Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Home with Incredible Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Home with Incredible Views located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk lodge is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Watauga River, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and Hound Ears Golf Club. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Elegant Home with Incredible Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Great house with everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

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

60th birthday get away

Absolutely great weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay with the most incredible views. We especially enjoyed having the hot tub facing the view. The rooms and kitchen were very spacious and well stocked, except there is no blender.Our only issue was the check in instructions; finding the location of the lock box was a bit confusing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda D.

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

Excellent views!

The views from the home are fantastic. Layout of the home and cleaniness overall was great but needs to have carpet on lower level cleaned and fixtures dusted/light bulbs replaced. Overall, a great home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Great house

This is a beautiful house with amazing views. It is well equipped. We had a great stay. Wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

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

Beautiful View

The home was well maintained. We spent most of our time on the main level. The kitchen had all supplies needed for cooking. The location is private and the view is beautiful. Central location to Boone and Banner Elk. Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Melanie M L.

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

Winter Family Getaway

The cabin was very nice! It was well appointed from kitchen to bedrooms. The fire place worked great. Used it everyday. Well worth bringing your own wood if there in the winter. View is fantastic... We accomplished what we came for... kids to go tubing, see some snow, & have some quality family time. There were a couple of issues, but nothing that kept us from enjoying our stay & were reported to vrbo on checkout. Would definitely stay there again. Grandchildren still talking about the great time they had.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Beautiful Place!

We stayed here for my daughter's birthday weekend. Boone had a lot of snow and ice the week before, and neighbors helped my husband get up the road to the house. The VIEW was beautiful! The house is huge, and there was plenty of space for my daughters' friends, my sons' friends and my husband and I. It was a great location. We went sledding on Strawberry Hill (GREAT experience!), and went to Hawks Nest tubing. The kids loved the hot tub, the pool table, the hang out room downstairs. We had a small issue during our stay, and the property managers called us over the weekend to see if we wanted the issue fixed during our stay. If you go in the winter, we highly recommend snow chains and 4 wheel drive. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024