Title: Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=120504458&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit Family-friendly cottage in Banner Elk ## Photo gallery for Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit ![Exterior - Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120510000/120504500/120504458/dd274228.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120510000/120504500/120504458/e466d14f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120510000/120504500/120504458/19f3e189.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120510000/120504500/120504458/ba5cf94d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, table football - Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120510000/120504500/120504458/a0209248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit provides amenities, such as a firepit and an arcade/games room. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit Welcome to Grandfather Cottage! Free Fun Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, High Mountain Cabin Rentals includes Xplorie, which means free admissions and rentals everyday of your stay to some of the most popular attractions the area has to offer such as a Fun Center, Gemstone Mining, Tubing Adventures, Mountain Tours, Zip Lining, and Amusement! See our website, High Mountain Cabin Rentals, for more information or give us a call for more information. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Grandfather Cottage offers a cozy retreat perfectly situated between Boone and Banner Elk. Whether you’re visiting for outdoor adventure, local attractions, or a relaxing getaway, this home puts you close to it all. You’ll be within walking distance of Grandfather Vineyard, where you can enjoy wine, food trucks, and live music. Just minutes away are the Greater Foscoe Gem Mining Company and Grandfather Trout Farm & Gem Mining, while Sugar Mountain Ski Resort (about 15 minutes away) offers year-round fun—skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating in winter, plus golf and tennis in summer. Also within 15 minutes away is the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster and Wilderness Run Adventure Course. Time to take your adventure to the next level! Nearby Banner Elk is known for its charming shops, restaurants, breweries, and parks, and Boone (just 20 minutes away) offers farmers markets, outdoor activities, concerts, and more. The Home: Grandfather Cottage is a two-level retreat with warm touches, natural light, and plenty of space for family and friends. Inside, you’ll find: Living Room: Hardwood floors, vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings with exposed beams, a gas fireplace (seasonal), and Smart TV with Hulu Live TV, Disney and Netflix (owner account). Sitting Room: Skylight and large window with cozy seating—perfect for reading or relaxing. French doors lead to the side deck. Dining Area: Seats 8 comfortably, open to the living room and kitchen. Kitchen: Black stainless steel appliances and everything you need to prepare meals, including a Bonavita 8-cup regular coffee maker, Crock Pot, Cuisinart Toaster, Kitchenaid Hand Mixer, Fabuletta Tea Kettle, Blender and more. Game Room/Bunk Room: Twin-over-twin bunks, SmartTV with Hulu Live, Disney and Netflix, foosball, Nintendo Wii, and a PacMan multi-cade arcade game—fun for kids and adults alike! Step outside to enjoy the mountain air, whether it’s coffee on the deck, grilling dinner outdoors with our Weber Gas Grill, or roasting marshmallows by the Solo smokeless fire pit and Adirondack chairs. Bedrooms & Baths: Master Suite (upstairs): King bed, and Smart TV with Hulu Live TV, Disney and Netflix, vaulted ceilings with skylights, and a private ensuite bathroom with jetted tub, walk-in shower, and double vanities. Main Level: One king bedroom with Smart TV, one queen bedroom, and a bunk room with half bath. There’s also an additional full bathroom on this level located between the 2 bedrooms. Extra Amenities: Wi-Fi Central heating & air conditioning Large laundry room Outdoor dining and fire pit (wood not provided) Pet-friendly (up to 2 pets with $100 pet fee per pet, dogs only). If booking using a 3rd party site, the pet fees will be paid outside of third party sites. Parking & Access: The home has parking for up to three vehicles via a steep paved driveway. Max 3 vehicles. There are steps from the parking area to the front door. AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended in winter months. The access road is graveled but level located just off the main paved road about half a mile. You will travel through a covered bridge and cross the Watauga River on your way to our home. Nearby Attractions: Grandfather Mountain – 13 miles Tweetsie Railroad – 13 miles Otter Falls Trail – 4 miles Hawksnest Adventures – 5 miles Sugar Mountain Ski Resort – 7 miles Appalachian Ski Mountain – 14 miles Beech Mountain Resort – 14 miles Appalachian State University – 9 miles Doc’s Rocks! Gem Mine & Amusement (Blowing Rock) – 12 miles Lowe’s Foods Grocery – 5 miles Wilderness Run Alpin Coaster – 6 miles NCREC Broker Name: High Mountain Cabin Rentals NCREC License number: C21704 This is a non-smoking home. 2 night minimum for off peak times 3 night minimum for select holidays and the entire month of October 4 night minimum for the Thanksgiving holiday (Wednesday - Sunday) 7 night minimum for the July 4th week & Christmas/New Year holidays \*\*\*NOTE: As you plan your trip to the mountains, please remember we do get rain, snow, ice, and some foggy days and occasional inconveniences which are out of our control. Winter weather in the Blue Ridge Mountains can occur from November through April. The majority of our homes are accessed by mountain roads, which will be ICY AND SLICK in the winter months. For the safety of you and your party, Please be prepared to drive in snow and ice. This means 4-wheel drive/AWD, good tires, and/or chains. It is your responsibility to be prepared for hazardous road conditions. There will be no refunds, allowances, or date changes resulting from your negligence in this matter. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No smoking permitted inside of our rentals. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120280000/120276200/120276123/981f9724.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming chalet, walking distance to Grandfather Winery, Watauga River access. 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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 Note from host: No large events permitted. 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 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 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 201082 ## About the area ![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%7C36.15060%2C-81.78770&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EiNmtuIdEKsc4VFcq60kRsDSLXs=) Banner Elk, NC #### What's nearby - Watauga River \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Grandfather Vineyard & Winery \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Grandfather Trout Farm \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Grandfather Mountain State Park \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. \- 3 min drive \- 1.1 miles #### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 96 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬17 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive - ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬10 min drive - ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit? ### What time is check-out at Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit? ### Where is Grandfather Cottage-Banner Elk-3BR/2.5BA, WFIF, AC Fire Pit located? ## Have a question? 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