Title: Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108774942&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace Holiday home in Banner Elk with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace ![Exterior detail - Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace (Valle Crucis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774942/e9bf6f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace (Valle Crucis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774942/539e7764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace (Valle Crucis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774942/w2827h1876x6y0-8f9765b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace (Valle Crucis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774942/w2832h1886x3y4-350c45a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace (Valle Crucis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774942/w2840h2061x0y0-dce15cd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the trees of Valle Crucis, NC, Crab Orchard House offers a serene retreat with its expansive rock veranda and mountain creek access. This 2 bedroom home is close to hiking trails, historic sites like the original Mast General Store and Annex and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £538 includes taxes & fees 25 Feb - 26 Feb ## 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. ### Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace This High Country getaway is the elegant Crab Orchard House, tucked into the trees down a short gravel road with mountain creek access in Valle Crucis, NC. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers guests plenty of space to relax indoors or outdoors on the expansive rock veranda. The property is ideally located near hiking trails, historic Valle Crucis, the original Mast General Store and Annex, Valle Crucis Park, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery, and the quaint town of Banner Elk. There are two rentals on the property, in addition to the house is the Crab Orchard Guesthouse. Both properties share the driveway/parking area and creek access. Booking both properties together is also an option. Indoor and outdoor wood fireplace work fine. Both indoor gas fireplaces are not functioning. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774934/f0a40907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crab Orchard Estate in Valle Crucis w/ Fireplace Valle Crucis - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review £716 includes taxes & fees 25 Feb - 26 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=108774934&PinnedHotelID=108774934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91220000/91218100/91218083/w1018h683x3y0-f48bfa20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gazebo Cabin at Heritage Hill Banner Elk - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=91218083&PinnedHotelID=91218083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91220000/91218400/91218385/w1016h683x4y0-82f8aa85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raspberry Hill Cabin at Heritage Hill! 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A party will result in removal from the property w/ no refund. Guests required to sign rental agreement. Minimal renter age is 21 y.o. Smoking in the home will result in a $400 fine. No local rentals allowed, unless approved by host. 3% CC surcharge on all bookings. Check with us for pet friendly status and fee. No cats! 4WD is recommended in winter months; no refunds due to weather. Quiet hours: 10pm-8am ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: $231 pet fee-2 pets max-no cats ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Note from host: 2nd bedroom is upstairs with an open stairwell. ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b65830x ## About the area 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. Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. 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 Holiday homes in Banner Elk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banner-Elk-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10821-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C36.20215%2C-81.78846&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b9glz8p6cZsfWlPnzqXFtDw3MD8=) Valle Crucis, NC ### What's nearby - ![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 16 min drive \- 9.0 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 \- 9.2 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 30 min drive \- 17.2 miles - Alta Vista Gallery and B & B 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort 16 min drive \- 9.5 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 89 min drive ### Restaurants - Appalachia Cookie Company 13 min drive - Circle K 13 min drive - The Pedalin' Pig 13 min drive - Town Tavern of Banner Elk 12 min drive - Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria 24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace? ### How much is parking at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace? ### What time is check-in at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace? ### What time is check-out at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace? ### Where is Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Ron T. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Wonderful home but really has a lot of neglected maintenance. Overgrown yard, windows all need cleaning. Dog hair everywhere on carpets and floors. Driveway seriously eroded. Outdoor area and furniture need deep cleaning and pressure washed. Great location and very well designed home. ##### Ron T. 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