Boutique Hotels in Watauga

Enjoy our charming Valle View Retreat for a 5 Star Experience nestled in breathtaking landscapes of Banner Elk, NC. Our 4,000+ SqFt spacious ranch-style home offers the perfect getaway for families, friends with kids young and old seeking comfort & safety, but adventure too.Our 1 level mountain house has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms with 2 HUGE Living Rooms. Fiber Internet with speeds over 500+ Mbps. And all TVs hardwired to internet for reliability. Highlights:o 2 Spacious Family Rooms: Engage in lively conversations in these inviting spaces. 2 separate huge Living Rooms both with gas fireplaces. 55’ Smart Roku TV & 65” Smart Roku TV with Surround Sound for Movie Night. o Porches: The beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is abundant on our 2 Porches. Enjoy either our Front Porch with 6 Rocking Chairs to experience the sunset and long-range views. Or our fully functional back porch with enough table seating for 16+ people and string lights. o Bedrooms & Bathrooms: Stay in your own private haven. 5 bedrooms with comfortable new memory foam mattresses. Sound Machines provided in ALL Bedrooms. 3 Adult Bedrooms each have 50” Roku Smart TV. 4 newly renovated full bathrooms. 2 Closet Areas that can fit Pack N Plays and are equipped with electrical outlets for baby monitor and/or a sound machine. o Kid-Friendly & Accessible: 1 story ranch home creates safety with no stairs, baby gates, etc. 1 Pack N Play provided. Plus: Toddler Utensils. Silicon Suction Bowls. Sippy Cups. Silicone Bids. Play Tent. Books. Toys and much more. o Chef's Kitchen: Calling all culinary enthusiasts! Fully stocked kitchen with ALL supplies. Double Oven. 5 Burner Stove Top. 14 Kitchen Knife Wood Block Set. Microwave. Double Air Fryer. Sous Vide. Extra Large Toaster Oven. Spice Rack. Ninja Smoothie Blender. Stand Mixer. Cutting Boards. Serving Trays. o Coffee Bar: Wake Up or keep you day going with our Gourmet Coffee Bar. Keurig K-Cup Maker & a Nespresso Machine. Both with assortment of coffee pod & additional coffee syrups. Carmel, French Vanilla, Vanilla, Hazelnut & Pumpkin. o Bar Area: Full Wine Bar with wine glasses, stemless & champagne flutes. Plus, Dry Liquor Bar with rocks glasses & bartender tool set.o Relaxation Haven: Enjoy evenings under the stars, sharing stories & creating cherished moments. 8-person Hot Tub. Wood Burning Fire Pit with 12 Adirondack Chairs. Cornhole Boards. Ring on a String Game. o Endless Entertainment: Newly Renovated Enclosed Garage with 55’ Smart Roku TV & Sonos Soundbar. 8’ Pool Table. 412 Game Cocktail Arcade. Regulation Foosball. 10” Skeeball. 9’ Shuffleboard.o Perfect Location: Embrace the outdoor wonders surrounding Valle Crusis in Banner Elk. This home is conveniently located near snow skiing, tubing, and trout fishing spots. Explore local vineyards, experience the charm of the Mast General Store, and enjoy the recreational opportunities at Valle Crusis Community Park.Book now and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Valle View Retreat awaits!ACTIVITIES & EXCURSTIONS:• Valle Crusis Community Park & swimming on the banks of the Watauga River are both 1.5 miles away. Free access. • Free Friday Night "Music In The Valle" in VC Community Park too. With a band, food trucks, dessert truck & BYOB from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Each Friday night from 6pm to 8pm. Valle View Retreat has 6 foldable chairs in our main closet by the front entrance. Just make sure to bring them back. Please. • Mast General Store = 1.4 miles (make sure to stop by the Candy Barrell for over 400 candy selections)• Valle Crusis Community Park = 1.5 miles• Blowing Rock = 13 miles (shopping, breakfast, lunch, dinner. Great mountain town feel)• Banner Elk Town Center = 7 miles (shopping, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great mountain town feel.)• Hawksnest Tubing & Zipline = 8 miles (must get reservation before)• Sugar Mountain = 10 miles (snow skiing, tubing and mountain biking in the summer)• Beech Mountain = 12 miles (snow skiing, tubing and mountain biking in the summer)• Grandfather Mountain & Mile High Swinging Bridge = 8 miles (Great views, hiking, walk over the bridge, and more)• Tweestie Railroad = 12 miles (Wild West theme park with 3-mile train adventure behind a historic steam train, live entertainment, amusement rides, and more)• Blue Ridge Parkway = 9 miles (world renowned drive with unforgettable views and scenery)• Downtown Boone = 9 miles (shopping, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great mountain town feel.)• Appalachian State Football – Kidd Brewer Stadium – 9 miles• Grandfather Mountain Vineyard = 5.2 miles • Banner Elk Winery = 6 miles• Whitewater Rafting (multiple locations) • Trout Fishing (everywhere)• Outlet Mall - Shoppes On The Parkway (Blowing Rock)DINING RECOMMENDATIONS: A list of some of our favorites. please get Reservations early as many will book up. VALLE CRUSIS:• Over Yonder – $$$ Lunch & Dinner – 1.5 Miles• Valle Tavern at Mast Farm Inn - $$ Grab-n-Go Items & Beers & Wine – 2 miles• Carolina Food Monger Truck at Valle Crucis Community Park & Mast General Store Annex – $$ 1.5 miles (Sat & Sun only, but depends on the weekend)BANNER ELK:• Artisanal $$$$ Dinner – 7 miles – In Season only & reservations are scarce. • Stonewalls – $$$ Dinner – 7 miles• Sorrento’s - $$$ Lunch & Dinner – 7 miles• Chef’s Table $$$ - Dinner – 7 miles• LP on Main - $$$ Lunch & Dinner 7 miles• The Pedalin’ Pig BBQ - $$ Lunch & Dinner – 8 miles• Banner Elk Café - $$ - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – 7 miles• Bella’s Breakfast & Lunch - $$ - 7 miles• Grandview Restaurant - $$ - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – 7 miles• Kettell Beer Works - $$ - Brewery & Tap House- 7 milesBLOWING ROCK:• Gamekeeper - $$$ Dinner – 8 miles• The Best Cellar - $$$$ Dinner – 16 miles• Bistro Roca - $$$ Lunch & Dinner – 16 miles • Moon Thai Sushi - Japanese/Thai - $$ - Lunch & Dinner – 15 miles• The Speckled Trout – Southern - $$ - Bruch, Lunch & Dinner) – 15 miles• Mellow Mushroom - $$ Lunch & Dinner – 15 milesAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

The Badger's Den is a studio apartment nestled in the treetops! Enjoy relaxing out on the deck or explore the grounds featuring a waterfall, a peaceful Koi pond, and a summer house with views of Grandfather Mountain. The apartment features a luxurious colonial queen size bed and a fold out couch for extra guests. Located between Boone and Blowing Rock, the Badger's Den is ideally located to explore all that the Blue Ridge Mountains has to offer! Early check-in by request $50 when available.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.-steep stairs -max occupancy of 3.About customRules:Early check-in fee: $50 when available. Please ask a few days before your stay..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 18.About events:No events allowed.

Escape to 3,500ft! Cool mountain breezes & panoramic Blue Ridge views await at this 8-guest cabin. Ditch the summer heat for crisp air & stunning spring blooms. Relax in the hot tub or on the scenic deck. Perfectly located minutes from Boone, Blowing Rock & Valle Crucis. Explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mtn, or Tweetsie Railroad. Ideal for App State campus visits & summer hiking/tubing trips. Book your high-country spring retreat or summer getaway today!---------------KEY FEATURES & AMENITIES:-Unforgettable Mountain Views: Wake up to stunning sunrises and enjoy panoramic vistas from our wrap-around deck.-Relaxing Hot Tub: Unwind after a day of hiking or skiing in our private hot tub.-Spacious & Comfortable: Sleeps 8 with two king suites, a queen loft, and ample living space.-Prime Location: Conveniently located near App State U, downtown Boone, Blowing Rock, Valle Crucis, Appalachian Ski Mountain and Sugar Mountain Ski Resort.-Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, fire table, indoor fireplace, propane grill, books, board games, bluetooth speaker.-Entertainment: Smart TVs with streaming capabilities, books, games, hot tub, fireplace.ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS -Hiking & Outdoor Activities, Skiing & Snow Tubing, Appalachian State University, Downtown Boone & Blowing Rock, Blue Ridge Parkway, Valle Crucis & Tweetsie RailroadGUEST ACCESS:There is an electronic keypad entry on front door, allowing contactless check-in/check-out and removes the hassle of juggling keys.***IMPORTANT: Our house is on the side of Willow Mountain at 3,500 ft! What does this mean for you?***WINTER CAUTION: If you are staying with us in the winter months, please ensure your vehicle is equipped properly for mountain driving in the snow. This means an ALL WHEEL DRIVE or FOUR WHEEL DRIVE vehicle. ((FYI -If the back of your car does not say 4x4, AWD or 4WD, it likely is not four wheel drive.)) This property is accessed via a steep, narrow, gravel road, which may be icy or snowy during winter weather. Please be prepared to drive in snow and ice. This means four-wheel drive, good tires, and possibly snow chains.SUMMER CAUTION: Please watch carefully for wildlife. We have foxes, deer and even bears! Do not leave any food or trash outside the cabin. Do not leave food in your vehicles.----------------------------IMPORTANT DETAILS: **Our cabin has a shared driveway with two other cabins and it is steep (however, it flattens out at the top with ample parking that fits four vehicles comfortably). In winter months, 4x4 OR AWD VEHICLES ARE REQUIRED to access the cabin. In summer months, FWD is sufficient. Trust us, though — the views at the top are worth the climb! ****Apologies, no pets allowed, except certified service animals. (We have pet allergies in our family.)**We do have two (2) OUTDOOR-only security cameras located at the front door & driveway. These are strictly for safety & security and are not monitored unless a safety issue arises or property rules are breached.About pets:No pets allowed, service animals permitted.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.

Our home is 5 bdrm / 4.5ba with plenty of space for large or multiple families, including canine family members. There are 3 king suites with private baths, 1 queen room, & 1 room with 2 twins. There is even a dedicated office, ideal for remote work.A large fenced-in yard firepit, game room, & basketball hoop provide plenty of on-site entertainment.Grand Escape is situated perfectly between Boone, Blowing Rock, & Banner Elk. Be walking the streets of downtown Boone or skiing the slopes at Sugar Mt Ski Resort in less than 15min. The Blue Ridge Parkway is 15min away, and downtown Blowing Rock and the amazing trails at Moses Cone National Park are less than 20 minutes in the car. Wrap up the day at Grandfather Winery, just 3 minutes from the house. **Ask about our concierge services. Let us stock the house for your arrival.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total).About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Gorgeous mountain home in the heart of the High Country, featuring easy paved access and ample parking, breath-taking mountain views, bubbling stream, large open yard, and a stunning outdoor patio perfect for entertaining and hosting large gatherings. This large mountain estate holds 6 private bedrooms and ample bathroom space, with the master bedroom on the main level, a private suite above the garage, and a bonus room on the lower level for indoor entertainment and games. There is easy access to the balcony overlooking the yard, perfect for relaxation. Located close to the Watauga River, this home is situated perfectly, only a 15 minute drive to Boone, Banner Elk, and Blowing Rock.*All-wheel or 4-wheel drive strongly recommended in the winter months. *please be aware some outdoor amenities may be unavailable due to weather conditionsEvent space considered but an additional 2000 non refundable deposit collected within 24 hours of bookingAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.Only with prior approval and an event fee paid.