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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis

Grandfather's Gem Getaway

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Look no further for your next mountain getaway than this lovely three-bedroom home in the woods! You will love the plushy leather couches for relaxing around friends and family with good conversation or taking in a movie or sports event on the large TV. With a semi-open plan, the fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to whip up your favorite meals and break bread around the dining table - if you need extra spots, you can also take advantage of the breakfast bar that seats two. Each comfortable bedroom provides a TV for when you need to download and have some quiet time. For those evenings under the stars, sit around the firepit for some great company and conversation. The spacious deck has ample seating for those morning coffees or evening cocktails, while you listen to the wonderful sounds of nature around you. To make it even better, sizzle up your favorites on the grill or soak in the private hot tub. You might as well visit the complex's community heated pool for a refreshing dip or challenge your friends to an entertaining tennis match.

For exploring beyond your rental, the fun is limitless. Go to Grandfather Mountain State Park or the Grandfather Trout Farm for some trail walking and amazing nature and wildlife. After that check out the Grandfather Vineyard and Winery. For more wine tasting there is also the Banner Elk Winery. In wintertime, ski bunnies can enjoy the slopes at the Sugar Moutain Resort. For a day with the kiddos try the Sugar Creek Gem Mine or Apple Hill Farm with alpaca tours for the kid in everyone to enjoy as well as a specialty store. For a little more excitement go ziplining at the Wilderness Run Alpine Center, go river rafting or tubing, or take a horseback riding tour; there are even 4WD, ATV, and off-road tours. For a lazier day, don't forget all the great specialty shops, restaurants, galleries, and breweries to explore.

Everything you need for an amazing vacation is right here, so don't miss out!

COMPLEX AMENITIES
-Heated pool
-Tennis court

THINGS TO KNOW
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. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 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.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Private spa tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1209 sq ft (112 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

91661

About the neighborhood

Map
Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Julian Price Park - 7 min drive
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 11 min drive
  • Appalachian State University - 16 min drive
  • Grandfather Mountain - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig-Boone - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis located?

Located in Mill Ridge, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Watauga River and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery. The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. and Grandfather Trout Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Lovely dog-friendly mountain home with firepit, private hot tub, pool & tennis Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed getaway
This house was exactly as described. We had 3 adults and 3 kids staying here and the house fit our needs well. There is a full bathroom up and downstairs. The upstairs bedrooms get cooler as they each have a window unit to cool the rooms. The house itself is on a private drive which is nice. The kids enjoyed swimming in the outdoor community pool. The location is very central to Boone, Blowing Rock, and Grandfather Mountain. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Cabin-Getaway
Just enjoyed a two-night stay at Grandfather's Gem Getaway with my family. Overall: Recommend this rental! Some just notes for future renters: -There are 2 similar addresses when going to location, so make sure street name does NOT have space. -Very quick communication with property manager but responses were more general and not house specific. They did check in when we got there which was nice. -Air conditioner on the main floor did not work, luckily the weather was mild when we were there. The upstairs window AC units were great. -Appliances were clean and worked well! -Kitchen is well stocked, just not organized-so search all cabinets when looking for something. -Beds were decent but too large for the rooms. Move with caution when going around the upstairs queen bed! -Linens are provided. There are one set of towels per person and some pool towels as well. -There were a few laundry and dishwasher pods available in addition to one extra garbage bag, paper towel, and toilet paper roll. I'm not sure if they provide more if you stay longer but might consider bringing extra. They did provide travel size dove shampoo, conditioner, and soap! -The couches and seating were comfortable, just wished the dining table sat 6. -Hot tub was very nice and clean considering multiple use. -The listing does advertise games-but the only thing we found was an incomplete deck of cards and puzzle. Overall, it was a really nice little get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little house in a beautiful neighborhood
I was a little nervous about this one due to some recent negative reviews, but we have stayed all over Boone and it's hard to find a perfect house up there. This one is very comfortable, and they must have worked on cleaning because it was mostly fine. Not perfect, but acceptable. Plenty of towels. Main bed is super comfy and the room is quiet and dark. Upstairs ceiling is low so duck but it's worth the tradeoff of having 3 bedrooms with 4 beds (hard to find in the area). TV works great with regular old cable so you don't have to struggle with stupid roku. Lovely porch view for coffee/wine. Other reviews mention that the porch needs cleaning but it's quite literally IN the rhododendron so it's never going to stay clean. Come on folks.... this is the mountains. Kitchen is stocked with spices and bathrooms have soap/shampoo. The neighborhood is wonderful. So pretty and quiet. Pool for the kids and convenient dumpsters for checkout. Location is perfect in the middle of everything up there. I'd rent this one again with a family of 4 adult sized people or 5 if 2 are little and can share the room with twin beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Banner Elk
The house had been wiped over. We each had one towel to use for bathing and getting in and out of the hot Tub. I know this is not the standard. When I informed the management, I assumed they would bring more, I should have asked for more. Ugh.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
Great location to all the outdoor activities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place going back again next year
Very pleased enjoy the hot tub after the end of a long day skiing close to everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would Stay Here Again
This is a great location for visiting all of the major spots in and around Banner Elk. Grandfather Mountain, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, Linville Falls, Linville Caverns. The house was clean with only dust in the corners and on the lights and fans. The oscillating fans could use a could dusting, we did not turn them on. We are a bit of a clean freak family and would not have stayed if we did not feel the home was clean enough to our standards. The upstairs rooms were a good size and the upstairs bathroom was relatively large with 3 females sharing the same space and not feeling crowded. We did not utilize the hot tub even though we checked it out and it appeared clean and maintained. Uncertain if the chemical levels would be adequate. Quite to our surprise, the pool guy knocked on our door during our stay to test the water and treat it which was reassuring. Would definitely recommend staying here as we would stay here again if we return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amos F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Mountain Retreat
The property is set in a beer community. The house itself is very well maintained; there was nothing that we needed upon arrival which is very nice. The icing on top was that they already had the hot tub on and a Christmas tree up lite when we arrived making it that much cozier. All the rooms were clean and there was plenty of space for everyone. We would recommend this home to our family and friends for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Bentley W., Asheville

Disappointed
No fault of the homeowners, but our stay was a disappointment. The house was fine! Comfortable and nicely appointed for the holidays! If you’re taller than 5’5” stay downstairs, the A frame ceilings make for right living corridors. Dishes were questionable and needed washing before use, but we didn’t mind. The main floor bathroom had tank problems and needed to be filled manually. The biggest problem was that we were told that the hot tub was in working order just 24 hours before check in. Unfortunately we arrived to a 66 degree tub. We contacted Vacasa immediately and we’re told to wait for a response from their local team. We requested updates throughout the day, only to be given the same response. At one point we were told someone would be checking on the issue that day. But to no avail. No one came. So, for 48 hours we sat with no hot tub and no detailed information about a resolution, just more “fluff”… “We will let you know when he hear back from the “local team”. It turns out that Vacasa knew lol along that the hot tub was broken and the needed heating element would not arrive for several days (after checkout). So, we went our entire 3 day stay with a 66 degree hot tub. They have offered us a $45 refund. LOL! We rented the home FOR THE HOT TUB. Sure, things happen. But they knew it was non-operational before our stay and misled us to believe it was working. NC Vacasa needs to be held accountable for quality control before telling customers all is good. Beware.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison P., Gloverville, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet neighborhood
We enjoyed our stay. Been coming to the Boone area since we were children. Mill Ridge is our favorite place to stay. The neighborhood is close to everything. Nice little home. Comfy beds. Enjoyed the hot tub & fire pit. Property manager was quick to respond to our 1 issue (hot tub needed cleaning so we could use it). We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation
Everything was perfect !!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home.
Loved the hot tub and firepit! Comes with everything you need. Nice tranquil setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Michelle G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
An okay place
The house was nice. But I wasn’t very happy because the floors were not properly cleaned and our feet were turning black. There was spider webs in the bathroom and some dead bugs in the other one. I booked this place for the location but mostly because it had a hot tub. Well My husband and I,sat in the hot tub 2 nights in a row and didn’t check it out in the day light and the 3rd day we opened it up to see why it was making a noise and it had green algae all over the jets and bottom!! Was sooo nasty!! Looked like nobody had cleaned it for months!! So be aware and check everything out good before using it! For the money we were spending per night, I couldn’t believe how bad it was! Also, there is only air conditioning upstairs, which is also misleading in the listing, and we got pretty warm at night. So, was pretty upset with this place after driving 11 hours to get there. They did give me part of a refund, but my whole vacation was just aggravating!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Kristen T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and unresponsive management
This property is managed by Vacasa and its nearly impossible to get a hold of property management. I sent emails regarding several issues that I experienced while staying that I received no response. The worst issue being that all the quilts covering the beds smelled so strongly of body odor and it totally permeated the entire main bedroom. The property needs a very serious cleaning. The rugs, walls, blinds and floors were dirty. There is a vacuum to clean, but it was so chocked full of gross from not being emptied that it didn’t work well. The hot tub was briefly skimmed and shocked to the point that my eyes watered when I opened the cover. We did not use it because we worried about chemical burns. The chairs surrounding the fire pit were broken. The molding looks recently replaced with unfinished wooden boards and is likely to get moldy quickly in the bathroom. The nonstick pans need replacing because they are badly scratched and not safe to use. The old baseboard heaters are still in place, so we were unsure of how to heat the house and they seem like a safety hazard. Despite the above noted bad conditions, the location is great. The community is lovely and is easy driving distance to many areas. It could be much better with a more hands on management team.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking getaway
Nice home, situated well along the Watuga River. Easy to get to Boone, Banner Elk for food, breweries/wineries and shopping. Grandfather Mountain is easily accessible for those looking for hiking trails. Plenty of stuff to do and see, beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denice F., Sneads Ferry North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowboard trip
4 young adults, one senior, one infant. We had a wonderful time, the house was just right for us. We had a blast
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023