Banner Elk is home to this condo. Sugar Mountain Resort and Hawksnest Tubing Park 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 The Blowing Rock. Tweetsie Railroad 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 ice skating and sledging.
Banner Elk, NC
What's nearby
Watauga River - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Hound Ears Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
Grandfather Mountain State Park - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 97 min drive
Restaurants
The Pedalin' Pig - 13 min drive
Mountain Dog Coffee - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Town Tavern of Banner Elk - 21 min drive
Blink Elk Tap Room - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub?
As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub on 28 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,111, 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.
Is Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Grand Oaks RL6- Mountain Condo, Gated Resort, Indoor/Outdoor Pools & Hot Tub located?
Situated in Banner Elk, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. and Watauga River. Julian Price Park and Grandfather Mountain State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The place was fabulous and had lots of room for a wonderful girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2023
Thank you for your kind review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us at Echota on the Ridge. Please visit with us again if you are back in the High Country!
The home we stayed in was so nice and clean! The view was amazing and the kitchen was well stocked. We ended up getting quite a bit of snow while we were there and it was an extremely easy transaction to add an additional night to our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and the view. We're glad the kitchen met your needs and that the snow didn't disrupt your plans. We're always here to help with any adjustments. Please visit with us again if you are ever back in the High Country!
Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Grand Oaks! The space is beautiful and well maintained. The sunset views and well stocked kitchen were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. If you are visiting the High Country again, we would love to have you stay again.
Great place to stay! Very clean condo, comfortable beds, amazing views and great location! Kitchen had everything we needed. Looking forward to next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2023
Thank you for your review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us at Grand Oaks RL6. We would love to have you back if you are ever in the area!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Patrick M.
8 May 2018
View was outstanding!
View was outstanding. We've stayed at several of these Echota properties now and they are consistently nice. Will be staying again.
Easy process checking in and out the location was breathtaking very nice view neighborhood was clean and quite also house was clean and out together had everything we needed and more
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2023
Thank you for your kind review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. If you are in the High Country visiting again, we would love to have you stay again.
The long range view is beautiful. The setup was perfect for our family of four - each girl had their own room and bathroom. We love the open kitchen/family room with fireplace and balcony view. The amenities are great too - we enjoyed the indoor pool and hot tub. There is lots to do just a short drive away - hikes, shopping, gem mining, blue ridge parkway drives, etc. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us! The views from the condo are amazing! If you are in the area again, come and spend some time at the outdoor pool, it is beautiful! We hope you visit again soon!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
8 Apr 2018
Great Views!
Wonderful views! Great amount of space. Master bed was VERY firm and uncomfortable. We had a few problems, but they were very fast to correct them. Overall Great Experience.
NOTE: Condo is on TOP of a mountain. We were a little scared with the snow. But everything worked out great.
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the mountain views from our property. There's truly nothing quite like waking up to those beautiful mountains—it's one of the reasons we love this location. We'd be delighted to welcome you back!
We had a wonderful experience and enjoyed our stay. The place was very clean and comfortable. Beautiful view and convenient location. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Place is beautiful, clean and beds are really comfortable. We have stayed in 4 separate properties in the area. It’s very modern by mountain standard. Having the community amenities is also a real plus. Major downside was the admin. The directions to the property after checkin with the rental agency are not clear. All trash must be driven to an area and there are no clear directions. But be prepared it’s down at the rental agency. This property required all dishes to be washed, dried and put away which is difficult when you therefore have to hand wash dry and put away any breakfast items. However in this case it was particularly complicated by the lack of dish soap, dish washer soap or sponge. We had to purchase all of the above for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb 2022
Hello! Thank you for your response and for staying at Grand Oaks RL6. I am sorry you were confused with the directions and instructions. We provide a map in every check in packet with clear direction to the properties and the dumpster. There is a dumpster in the location you stayed as well, which would have been much more convenient. Next time, please feel free to leave the dishwasher running after breakfast and housekeeping will put them away.
Thank you again for staying at Grand Oaks RL6 and for your feedback!
We sure enjoyed our stay this past week. This was our first time staying in this property. Great views and convenient to everything. We have already booked it for next year!
It was a great stay and we were impressed with the views!!! Absolutely beautiful and serene. Mostly positive!! The only issues with the place was the fan in the bunk room looked like it was loose and it was very loud so the kids couldn't sleep with it on. Also, the hand soap they had in there for the kitchen and bathrooms was a very small amount and it was filled with water and soap so it was pretty useless. Otherwise, it was a great stay and instructions for checking in were pretty detailed. Would go again!
Covid check in was easy no contact.
My sons comment when he stepped out on the balcony."I'm the king of the mountain." Fantastic place my only con was the trips up and down the mountain each time to go do things like the indoor pool(outdoor is close) .For that feeling of endless views though it was worth it. Artists bring an easel.
We had such a great time sitting on the couch, playing cards and admiring the beautiful view! This location is awesome! It's very clean, well-kept and had everything we needed to cook meals for 5! We will definitely rent here again!