Title: Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=10821&destination=Banner+Elk%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=90128891&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country ## Photo gallery for Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country ![TV, fireplace - Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90130000/90128900/90128891/f807c3d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90130000/90128900/90128891/7a2f6cce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90130000/90128900/90128891/30330a75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90130000/90128900/90128891/d19b6e48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90130000/90128900/90128891/195f2b70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled into the mountainside, Alice's Wonderland is a sweet retreat with layered views and valleys below. Unwind on the spacious deck, soak in the secluded hot tub, or enjoy outdoor dining with mountain views. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41825 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country Welcome to Alice's Wonderland! Located in the historic Valle Crucis community, the heart of the High Country, this unique home is conveniently situated between Boone and Banner Elk. This accommodating cabin is a sweet retreat nestled into the mountainside, overlooking the layered views and valleys below. This home is just two minutes from the historic Mast General store and the Valle Crucis Community Park, with multiple playgrounds, basketball courts, soccer fields, walking trails, and access to the Watauga River to enjoy fishing, swimming, and floating. Other nearby attractions include: Greater Foscoe Mining Company (5 miles) Downtown Boone and Appalachian State University (6 miles) Grandfather Vineyard and Winery (6 miles) Blue Ridge Parkway (8 miles) Appalachian Ski Mountain (10 miles) Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park (10 miles) This one-level home has a master king bedroom with a TV and ensuite bathroom and a queen bedroom with deck access. There are lovely tongue-and-groove ceilings with a bright open skylight and a wall of windows in the living room, dining room, and kitchen. A little sleeping nook in the loft accessed by a climbing ladder could sleep one extra dextrous kid! Guests use the ladder to access the loft at their own risk. The spacious deck has outdoor dining and a nicely secluded hot tub for soaking with mountain views. Alice's Wonderland includes a washer and dryer, wifi, TV programming, and central heat and air. Please plan to have AWD or 4WD and tire chains in winter weather. Up to two dogs are welcome with your reservation. Additional pet fees apply. \*Allows pets with an additional fee. Enjoy the High Country with a comfortable stay at Alice's Wonderland! Must be at least 25 years of age to book. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free internet ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 private bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,825 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, 3 Bedrooms | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108150000/108145500/108145417/94d6c4a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Mountain Retreat W/ Scenic Views 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Butler - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=108145417&PinnedHotelID=108145417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101310000/101305400/101305390/6cc408c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mtn Cottage w/ Fire Pit in Newland! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 582468 ## About the area Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Kidd Brewer Stadium, or consider a night out at The Mill at Rock Creek. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Banner Elk travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banner-Elk.dx10821) [View more Cabin rentals in Banner Elk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banner-Elk-Cabins.d10821-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.19000%2C-81.77094&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Yu7uNhVr1k6FqedrG6mg5SMbxgY=) Banner Elk, NC ### What's nearby - ![Boone_AppalachianStateUniversity_6172349-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172349/e740d392-995c-4e99-89c0-943b429dfc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Appalachian State University 14 min drive \- 7.5 miles - ![Ever wonder where the Land if Oz is? It is in Beech Mountain, N.C.! This former amusement park opens twice a year - in June for the Journey with Dorothy and in September for Autumn at Oz. #landofoz #Adventure #yellowbrickroad #amusementpark #northcarolina #LocalSecrets #trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183740/11af6ee6-5286-4cd7-a3a9-c27734c9bcdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beech Mountain Resort 18 min drive \- 10.2 miles - ![Grandfather Mountain showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162851/1382e0db-4075-4796-b6f3-d6341392c1e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grandfather Mountain 28 min drive \- 16.0 miles - Watauga River 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort 19 min drive \- 10.8 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 95 min drive ### Restaurants - Appalachia Cookie Company 10 min drive - South End Brewing - Boone 12 min drive - Circle K 8 min drive - Rivers Street Ale House 12 min drive - The Pedalin' Pig 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country? ### What time is check-in at Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country? ### What time is check-out at Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country? ### Where is Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cabin Retreat in the Heart of the High Country Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian T. 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Stay - Recommend It was a great experience staying at the cabin! When we got there, snow was still around which made for gorgeous scenery. The hot tub was low on water, but a quick call had someone out to fill it. ##### Adrian T. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri M. 24 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Interior / High in Mtn. We loved our stay. The interior of the cabin had new furniture and appliances - very pretty wood accents. It was in a VERY quiet area, which was perfect for relaxing, unplugging, and reading. Remote enough to feel secluded but close enough to be able to drive to quite a few different towns to eat, hike & shop. ##### Sheri M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice place, views would have been spectacular if they trimmed the trees back a bit. Still very nice. Hot tub was bonus. ##### Paul Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Marianne B. 24 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hard to find Very nice cabin but very windy steep gravel road to property. Poorly marked and confusing address numbers. We really liked the interior- well furnished and stocked. Master bed was very comfortable. ##### Marianne B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Mardi 19 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Disliked: Communication The interior of the home was very modern and spacious. The main thing my husband and I enjoy when we take our mountain vacation each year is the view and the streams. This home could have a wonderful view if some trees were taken down on the property. Although I liked the interior of the home the deck and yard area could be improved. There is not a stream near the area either. There is the river but it is at the bottom of the community. I did really like the maintenance man that we met on on first day. He was really nice and showed us how to operate TVs and hot tub. ##### Mardi Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dava S. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Get Away! This was a great place to stay. It was homey, serene, and beautiful. My family enjoyed the sights, views, the house, and the hot tub! We are definitely coming back! ##### Dava S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erinn T. 13 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax with great views Great views, quiet location, enjoyable stay. ##### Erinn T. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian B. 8 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! My husband and I stayed for the weekend and we loved it! Very clean, new appliances and secluded. The property is also very close to Boone and ski resorts if you are looking to venture out. We will most likely be staying again if we have the opportunity in the future. ##### Jillian B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Diane T. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Ok..but not perfect The place was nice enough, bed was comfortable, but the outside was a little rough. Hot tub would have been great if the bees nesting in it somewhere didn’t attack. Tried twice and gave up. While I understand they honestly didn’t know, when I contacted the company, didn’t even offer a credit for the hot tub fees, just said thanks for letting us know. ##### Diane T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Gray A. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Location #### Shortened Stay by 2 nights While the actual cabin is very nice, the yard needs a lot of attention to remove debris and overgrowth. The deck had a lot of limbs and leaves and I had to sweep off upon my arrival. Also, the one lane gravel road up to the property needs maintenance. Fortunately, I have a 4WD truck so I could manage. If there any traffic going up road from other properties, there would be issues with the one lane road and a lack of area to pull off. The reason we cut our stay short was due to two smoke / carbon monoxide alarms going off and a lack of response from the management agency. While I think it was a battery needing change out in one alarm, and the other just a malfunctioning alarm I was not comfortable with staying another night and decided to leave. I was told a maintenance person would come by but after 5 hours of waiting and night time approaching we decided to just leave. ##### Gray A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julena D. 20 Jan 2025 ##### Julena D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ---