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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Banner Elk, NC
  • Banner Elk Winery
    18 min walk
  • Lees-McRae College
    7 min drive
  • Apple Hill Farm
    8 min drive

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About the area

Banner Elk

With a stay at this cottage in Banner Elk, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Beech Mountain Resort and Banner Elk Winery. .This cottage is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Grandfather Mountain.
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What's nearby

  • Banner Elk Winery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Land of Oz - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 28 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪5506' Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury cottage with spacious deck, amazing views, hot tub, & washer/dryer

The Potato House

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Quiet and serene yet conveniently close to the area's most beloved attractions, this comfortable mountain cottage is a place to experience the best of Banner Elk. In the winter, you'll be ideally located for sledding, tubing, and skiing at Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain; come summer, you'll enjoy world-class hiking and mountain biking, great breweries and wineries, as well as nearby festivals and concerts.

Cook up a big meal in the fully-equipped kitchen, or grill on the deck for dining al fresco. Relax after a day of fun on the covered patio or the spacious deck, and really elevate your vacation by soaking in the private hot tub. You will love this home with a cozy fireplace, and a gorgeous sitting room with stone walls.

There are so many area attractions you will never run out of fun things to do. From anywhere to half a mile to four miles drive you can visit any of the local wineries and breweries, go hiking, sledding, skiing, and tubing, horseback riding, or explore the gem mines, museums, and don't forget all the great restaurants and local shops.

THINGS TO KNOW
To use streaming services, guests must log in with their own credentials.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Security camera details: Security camera covering the entryway of the home.




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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

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 not allowed

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

Property is also known as

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Luxury cottage with spacious deck, amazing views, hot tub, & washer/dryer Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 198 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Loved the location and the view off the porch especially. Many deer passed through. Several problems unfortunately. 1)The door code and door lock were inoperable. Had to call Vacasa and get key to lock box and physical key. Even then, the door would not lock behind us. 2) Internet did not work until third day of stay. Again, this required phone time with Vacasa. 3) Hot water tap in second bedroom would not produce hot water. 4) Both tubs had unpleasant black mold on grout and caulk that might have been easily corrected with bleach. Given the price for rental, these problems were unacceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roxanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cozy cabin in a great location
The cabin had an adorable mountain vibe and aesthetic that was consistently applied throughout the home. The location was convenient to a winery, general store, banner elk town and hiking while still being secluded. Though overall well appointed, the home needed some repairs. Wifi was completely down which was disappointing as it left us with no tv and poor cell reception. The hot tub was clean and functional but the abundance of chemicals stung our eyes as well as its cover not easy to pull off, and there was no hot water in one of the bathroom sinks due to a faucet handle not functioning. Overall it was still a lovely stay and could be 5 stars with the above issues addressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna Marie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet and cozy and at one with nature
So happy with this choice (I had saved about 14 options), it was just delightful for two people. Quiet, comfortable, nice deck with a lovely view. Our first day was rainy and we were still treated to sitting on the covered deck. Some time we’ll be back and walk the trails. I was sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Getaway
Not luxury! More like Rustic! From a seasoned traveler this house is in a great location for peace an quiet. But….. its small with no lounging couches, nice upper deck, the bottom is dark an wooded with a fireplace with no wood, a hot tub filled with to much chlorine an dirt, an a top that needs replacing badly, the cubby den downstairs is way small, the beds are king size an comfy an plenty of hot water for the jetted tubs, don’t get shocked when Mr. Hairy big spider decided to join you for a bath. Ants in the kitchen, 1 trash bag, 1/2 roll of paper towels,1 ply toilet paper, no extra towels, but a fully stocked kitchen. Don’t let the name fool ya. Its RUSTIC!!! An a big ol tree blocks the views. An the broken guest book is just shamful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location but luxury is a bit of a stretch
We had a nice stay. The house is beautiful in a beautiful location. The view and deck is gorgeous. We were a bit disappointed that there was a coffee maker with no pot so we couldn’t make coffee. I would have loved to sit on the deck with a cup of coffee in the morning. The ice maker didn’t work so we had no ice. Dishwasher was broken so we hand washed the dishes which was fine but if the dishwasher is broken it would be nice if there was more than one dish towel and some type of dish rack. The dishwasher was also filled with smelly dirty dishes which was off putting. The dryer was also broken. The trash was completely full in the outside cage so we needed to stuff our trash in there. Overall this house is beautiful. But it just seems it’s not well looked after. We got engaged here this weekend so I would love to return but I would need to confirm that all the promised amenities were in working condition. Luxury to me means a roll of paper towels being supplied decent toilet paper, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cannon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Only complaint was smelly pile of blankets in one of the bedroom, closets and old hairbrush behind one of the beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sno-cation!!
It was an absolute pleasure to stay at the Potatoe House. Went to see snow and relax and it did not disappoint. The house was perfectly set up for check-in, had everything you need for a stay. But the views were worth more than anything I can say. Thank you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay but the property needs some attention
It's a unique house with a great view in a fantastic location and minutes from everything in Banner Elk. Upon arrival the property manager called to make sure everything was ok. The next day I contacted them because the icemaker was not working and several lights were out including the main entrance. The parking area was pitch-black and not the best for a secluded location. The motion light turns off within seconds so it’s completely useless. The management responded promptly but no one came to repair before we left. In that time, we found over a dozen bulbs burned out and minor issues including a loose drawer pull & towel rack that both fell off and the bathroom hot water faucet barely moves. A section of the deck railing was broken out, the grill is totally beat and has no standby tank. It ran out while using so very irritating as we planned our meals around it. The hot tub was nice and clean, but the lid is tattered and needs replacement – like last year. There were hoses and tools lying about and just a variety of things out of place and beyond the scope of the cleaning crew. Most issues on their own were not enough for most guests to comment about so management was likely unaware. That said, all of this did not happen overnight. A thorough onsite inspection is long overdue. Honestly, if I knew these issues were resolved we would stay there again because it really was a nice trip. This is a great property but without some closer oversight it will soon lose its 5/5 rating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeta P., Chunky, Mississippi

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property! We really enjoyed walking the property and how quiet the area was!
Renting was not complicated at all, nor was checking in. This property was great for us since we are an older couple with a small cattle farm. The pasture land reminded us of home and we throughly loved walking the trails across the road and behind the house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Getaway
Wanted to be in the mountains with a jacuzzi! Was wonderful! Great amenities and reasonably clean. Rugs need cleaning, otherwise just throw a towel down. Some of the kitchenware can be replaced and some spring dusting is in need. We had a really great visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Spencer G.

Quality has dropped since last year.
Stayed at this cabin in Feb of 2022 and we had a blast. This year was not the same experience. It seems the property has had a change in management since we last stayed and the quality has taken a nose dive. Shower curtains had black mildew stains (I’m assuming they hadn’t been changed since last year). Hot tub was not in working order and the display screen was broken, which was the entire reason we chose this cabin. Downstairs fireplace no longer works, and the downstairs patio light bulb was burnt out and had not been replaced, which is a problem because it gets very dark at night. Seems that the property is being managed by a company that is located elsewhere and does not actually check the condition of the cabin before they rent it out. We used to love this place which is why we came back for a second year, but we will be staying elsewhere next year for our annual trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Potato House
The Potato house was just how it was described. We enjoyed our time spent there. We were able to explore the property and saw the wild life. Every morning, we would have our coffee on the deck and watch 5 to 6 deer in the field across from the house grazing. We walked the hill behind the house and ran into a flock of wild turkeys. Very relaxing and fun. Thanks for the memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert D., GREENSBORO

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful fall views of mountains!
The house is very well-maintained and equipped. Two equal king bedrooms which is nice for two couples. Very close to dining and shopping.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystal W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect honeymoon getaway
My husband and I booked the potato house for our honeymoon and it was exactly what was described online! It was so peaceful but close enough to do things without being in the middle of downtown. The communication was excellent with marjy and John! We look forward to renting it again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
Besides some hiccups at the beginning of the trip, the stay was overall what was expected. Beds were very comfy! The views of the mountains from the property are breathtaking, made for some great photo opportunities. I would recommend updating the different pieces of the house as it did feel old. Especially the hot tub. It felt more like a jacuzzi bath than a hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Katherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Property was clean and convenient. Owner/Property Manager was responsive. There are things that could benefit from updating. The internet connection was spotty. One of the TVs was not working. The fireplace did not work. The walking path was overgrown. Perhaps we stayed at a time between maintenance efforts
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view, great stay
A really wonderful place to stay for our revisit to some old tramping grounds. The house was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The veiw was gorgeous. We had excellent weather each day, and very clear night. Waking up to a beautiful view of Hawks Bill and Grandfather Mountain, and being able to clearly see the milky way at night from the deck. The hot tub was great and very relaxing. The property itself is well maintained and groomed, and was fun to explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer get away
Property has very scenic and relaxing views. Close to excellent restaurants but away from the hustle and bustle. If you want to chill this is the place.
Stayed 46 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Potato House
We had a great stay at the Potato House. At 4,200+ feet altitude, it was very pleasant weather! We spent a lot of time on the large deck, also a good place for star-gazing on clear nights. Many things to enjoy in the area. Will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

L. Mac T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Cabin has all amenities you could want. And a short drive to great food and attrac
A beautiful slice of heaven on earth.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and very peaceful
Great place to stay for a quiet getaway but still close to town for necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin getaway
We enjoyed a long weekend break and the hot tub and jacuzzi tubs really helped our relaxation. We had a great day on Grandfather Mountain as well as some hiking and scenery on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Lots of deer, chipmunk, woodchuck, and bunny sightings right off the deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Pictures for sure need redone. They do not do the house justice. I almost did not book because the pictures make it look bad. But it was wonderful inside. Property was great. We were super close to everything. If I had any suggestions bring your own coffee. I love coffee in the morning on the deck. They have the maker but no coffee. That is one thing I thought would be there but was not.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

sherri c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views of Grandfather Mountain!
The cabin is nicely tucked away outside of Banner Elk, but still close enough to most everything you need! We love the hot tub after hiking. The deck is also very enjoyable! This is our second time staying here and we really enjoyed it! Thanks John!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022