Title: Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room 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=82848016&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room ## Photo gallery for Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room ![Property grounds - Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82850000/82848100/82848016/29399e87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/86deafe1-c067-43e1-bb81-ae1b97513804-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, books - Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82850000/82848100/82848016/37f98123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82850000/82848100/82848016/1cb00ea9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets - Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82850000/82848100/82848016/131bd364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a private idyllic setting overlooking the Elk River, This Old River Cabin is perfect for slowing down and being immersed in nature. Unwind with modern comforts like a smart TV, fully stocked coffee bar, and hand-poured concrete countertops while enjoying local art throughout this 1800s log cabin. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room The Space: 1880s Heritage meets Modern Comfort Step back in time without sacrificing luxury. Originally built in 1884 and meticulously restored, "This Old River Cabin" is a 1,200 sq. ft. sanctuary that blends authentic Appalachian character with high-end modern amenities. The Vibe: Curated local art, hand-poured concrete, and reclaimed wormy chestnut wood create an atmosphere rooted in regional craftsmanship. The Location: Waterfront on the Elk River. You are 1 mile from Sugar Mountain Resort and 2 miles from downtown Banner Elk—close to the action, yet tucked away in nature. Easy Access: Featuring rare flat parking and a charming private wooden bridge entrance, making arrival simple even in winter months. Chef’s Kitchen & Coffee Bar We’ve preserved the 19th-century soul of the kitchen while providing the tools a modern foodie expects. Artisanal Design: Custom cabinets crafted from the cabin’s original walls and a deep farmhouse sink. The Coffee Ritual: A fully stocked bar featuring a Drip Maker, French Press, and Chemex for the perfect mountain morning. High-End Gear: Equipped with a Crockpot, blender, professional knives, and a full suite of spices and oils. Authentic Living Note: To protect our historic plumbing, the kitchen does not have a disposal. We provide a high-capacity water filtration pitcher in place of a fridge dispenser to ensure the freshest mountain water while maintaining the cabin’s vintage integrity. Rest & Refresh Master Sanctuary: King bed with premium linens, a dual-zone heated mattress topper, and ambient lighting. The Bunk Room: Custom-built bunks + 1 Queen bed. A cozy, flexible retreat designed for both kids and adults. Spa-Inspired Baths: Featuring rain shower heads and hand-carved stone sinks sourced directly from the Elk River on the property. Outdoor Living Riverside Relaxation: A wraparound deck with string lights, a porch swing, and rocking chairs next to the rushing water. Evening Magic: Gather around the private fire pit or soak in the hot tub under the stars. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Netflix - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Snow sports gear - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding 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) - Outdoor lighting - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 1,200 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Cabin | Living room | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10450000/10448800/10448712/77e1b25e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boxwood Lodge Downtown Blowing Rock - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 456 reviews £95 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=10448712&PinnedHotelID=10448712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2520000/2514100/2514078/aabe7f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Highland Hills Motel and Cabins – A Master Hosts Resort Boone - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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, outdoor lighting and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Banner House Museum and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Travelling with kids? Consider Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. 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%7C36.13784%2C-81.85276&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BbUof-BrO3aEl2_RP2eTfx6tVUY=) Banner Elk, NC ### What's nearby - ![Sugar Mountain ski resort town park with view of ski chair lift slope and beautiful green lush foliage and clouds in North Carolina Blue Ridge Appalachia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6321090/fd214358-9f03-41a9-a251-0562a5d4fb26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sugar Mountain Resort 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Linville River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000450513/8ea9faf4-8745-4361-894b-b8e952561f14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Linville River 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![Grandfather Mountain](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 17 min drive \- 10.9 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 30 min drive \- 17.6 miles - Sugar Creek Gem Mine 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 74 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min drive - Town Tavern of Banner Elk 6 min drive - Banner Elk Cafe 5 min drive - Blink Elk Tap Room 5 min drive - Puerto Nuevo 9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room? ### What time is check-in at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room? ### What time is check-out at Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room? ### Where is Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to Elk River! Cozy Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Bunk Room 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi J. 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Responsive host. Beautiful property with everything we needed and special touches. ##### Kristi J. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### kindahl m. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Banner Elk cabin We loved our stay in this rustic yet modern cabin. My family had a wonderful weekend getaway here and enjoyed the property so much, we loved the river right on the property and the hot tub overlooking it. That was the highlight for us :) The kids loved the bunk beds and the master bedroom is so spacious, easily fit the pack and play for our 2 year old. Thanks for letting us stay in your cabin, we hope to come back! ##### kindahl m. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany C. 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful property with a very responsive host! Will definitely stay again! ##### Brittany C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew V. 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property, very relaxing next to the water. ##### Matthew V. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### carter g. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A very special place!! ##### carter g. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nina S. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time Our stay was just so relaxing. We loved the cabin and we loved being outside on the creek/river and sitting by the fire pit. The location makes it very easy to get to different mountain attractions. So glad we had the chance to stay here. Thank you! ##### Nina S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tempe C. 3 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Storybook setting We absolutely loved staying at Old River Cabin in Banner Elk. It was everything we hoped it would be and more. Every little detail was thought of from wonderful cooking spices to the most luxurious bedding. We also greatly appreciated the use of non toxic care products in the kitchen and bathrooms. The hot tub and surrounding river were just icing on the cake! This was truly a magical getaway for us! We can’t wait to return:) ##### Tempe C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine W. 8 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded but close to everything! Beautiful home built in the 1800’s with a modern twist. Everything you would need is there! I loved the secluded feel, but you could be close to a shop in a few minutes. The porch is amazing. Overlooks a small river that has stairs down to it, so my son played for hours! And the hot tub is off a little path with the cutest Edison lights. Such a relaxing stay and the host was very communicative! ##### Catherine W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ally P. 19 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend get away My husband and I stayed at the river cottage for a long weekend. I was excited to stay here from the pictures it looks so cute and charming and it did not disappoint the setting was perfect the attention to detail was amazing they have done a such a great job keeping the character of the cottage the sound of the creek was perfect the fire pit was so nice to have. Veronica was amazing at getting back asap with any questions I had, and very attentive! It was in a great location a short drive(3 minutes) to downtown banner elk and close by to blowing rock and Boone we took the parkway. We had a great time and will definitely be back! ##### Ally P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### stacey p. 23 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Above Expectations We were four old college roommates meeting up for a girls weekend. This Old River Cabin was the perfect place for us to relax and reconnect. Loved the mix of the rustic old cabin and modern furnishings. The back porch was a wonderful place to enjoy a glass of wine and listen to water in the little river. Beds were all really comfortable. Location put us 15-30 minutes from everything we wanted to do: Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock/Boone, wineries/ breweries and restaurants. Veronica was a fabulous host. She was always quick to respond to any questions. If you are looking for a place to stay in Banner Elk that is unique and not your typical basic mountain cabin, you will love this place! ##### stacey p. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M. 2 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Holiday What a beautiful home in a fabulous location. Our family spent a low key thanksgiving in this home. We relaxed in the cozy surroundings, enjoyed the fire pit and hot tub. This home had everything we were looking for, it was clean and had comfy. We can’t wait to come back. ##### Sarah M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah M. 21 Dec 2025 ##### Sarah M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett B. 27 Jan 2025 ##### Brett B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ---