Title: Grandfather’s Gem – Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# Grandfather’s Gem – Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Grandfather’s Gem – Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub provides a hot tub and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

1209 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning

## Add dates for prices

Check-in

Check-out

Travellers

## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Grandfather’s Gem – Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub

Welcome to Grandfather’s Gem Getaway!  
  
Tucked away in the peaceful Mill Ridge community between Boone and Banner Elk, this cozy mountain cabin offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and convenience. Surrounded by lush rhododendrons and cool mountain air, the home invites you to unwind in true High Country style.  
  
Sip your morning coffee on the deck, take a dip in the large outdoor hot tub, or gather around the firepit under the stars. Inside, rustic wood accents and warm oak floors create an inviting retreat after a day of mountain adventures.  
  
The living area features a wood-burning stove, a flat-screen Smart TV, and open flow into the dining area and kitchen. With three bedrooms and two full baths, there’s room for everyone—two queen bedrooms and a twin room perfect for kids.  
  
Located just 10 minutes from Boone or Banner Elk, the home offers quick access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, Tweetsie Railroad, and several popular ski resorts including Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain.  
  
Guests enjoy seasonal access to community amenities—a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and scenic walking trails. The home is pet-friendly (max 2 dogs with fee) and includes A/C, laundry, firewood, and free Wi-Fi.  
  
Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a quiet mountain escape, Grandfather’s Gem Getaway offers the perfect home base for exploring North Carolina’s beautiful High Country.

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

- Hot tub

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator

### Bedrooms

- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Wood stove

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill

### Laundry

- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning

### Pets

- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 2 pets total

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Things to do

- Tennis

### 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: 1,209 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### 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 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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

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## About the area

Mill Ridge, a neighbourhood in Banner Elk, is home to this holiday home. 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. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. [Visit our Banner Elk travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banner-Elk.dx10821)

[View more Holiday homes in Banner Elk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banner-Elk-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10821-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

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Banner Elk, NC

### What's nearby

- ![Grandfather Vineyard & Winery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657205/6b8d9529-7c7a-45fd-bec5-d7b11fe30081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Grandfather Vineyard & Winery  
20 min walk \- 1.1 miles
- ![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  
17 min drive \- 9.3 miles
- Watauga River  
1 min walk \- 0.1 miles
- The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.  
8 min walk \- 0.4 miles
- Grandfather Trout Farm  
4 min drive \- 1.5 miles

### Getting around

- Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)  
96 min drive

### Restaurants

- Town Tavern of Banner Elk  
16 min drive
- Banner Elk Cafe  
15 min drive
- McDonald's  
7 min drive
- Blink Elk Tap Room  
15 min drive
- Puerto Nuevo  
10 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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## Grandfather’s Gem – Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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.

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10 - Excellent

3

8 - Good

0

6 - Okay

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4 - Poor

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2 - Terrible

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

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### 10/10 Excellent

#### Bryannon M.

5 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay near the resorts! 

##### Bryannon M.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Matt K.

8 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, clean. 

##### Matt K.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Mandy W.

24 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairly, the host, is absolutely the best! She is responsive and so kind. You will love your experience at her spot! 

##### Mandy W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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