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At Enlightened Elk Escape, you can look forward to an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and a sauna. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123454 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Enlightened Elk Escape

Welcome to Enlightened Elk Escape!

Enlightened Elk Escape is a log cabin with a unique mountain character in a central location convenient to all the High Country offers. Located just a few minutes from downtown Banner Elk, the lodge sits right between Sugar and Beech Mountain Ski Resorts, about ten miles to either one. Grandfather Mountain is also about ten miles away. The property is convenient to Boone, Blowing Rock, Tweetsie Railroad, Hawksnest Snow-tubing and Zip-lining, Linville Falls and Caverns, Valle Crucis, and everything else one would want to do or see in the NC High Country!

*Allows pets with an additional fee.

The impressive main floor great room has high exposed beam tongue-and-groove ceilings with large windows revealing the mountain scenery. Leather furniture surrounds the stacked stone gas fireplace and TV. A custom wood dining table accommodates all eight guests in the dining room, with the kitchen just beyond.

The lower level features a game room with a pool table, piano, and a large, mounted flat-screen TV. The lower-level deck has a hot tub, a wooden porch swing, and a propane heater. The backyard has a picnic table and fire pit for afternoon picnics and evening marshmallow roasts.

The main floor master bedroom has a comfortable queen bed, deck access, a TV, and an ensuite bathroom with a claw foot tub and step-in shower. The upper level has a bedroom with a full bed, a TV, and a second loft sleeping area open to the great room below. The open loft has a double bed and a twin bed with a twin trundle. There is a queen bedroom on the lower level and a full bathroom with a soaking tub and tile shower.

Additional amenities include wifi, central heating, air conditioning, a washer and dryer, and ROKU-equipped TVs. This property is pet-friendly, and two dogs are welcome with your reservation. Additional pet fees apply. The paved driveway has parking for two to three cars outside the lower-level garage (no garage parking). The long staircase from the parking area to the main level deck accesses the front entrance.

The stylish mountain decor and bright colors create an appealing mountain getaway experience at Enlightened Elk Escape!

**Please note: We highly recommend you prepare for inclement weather and poor road conditions with a 4-WD or AWD vehicle, as well as tire chains in the wintertime.

Must be at least 25 years of age to book.

Cancellation Policy:
Bookings canceled at least 60 days before the start of the stay will receive 100% refund

Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive 50% refund

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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: 3,454 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

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.

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About the area

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • This is the headstone of Banner Elk, North Carolina. This elk has been in the town forever, but this past year the elk has been refurbished and installed as the centerpiece of the town. This elk frames Appalachia in the sense of this small town pride in the mountains. In the background you can see the historic elementary school and rolling mountains and once again the North Carolina pride of the state flag surrounding this elk even though about 100ft to the right there is another flagpole with the same flags raised high and proud. This is where every child in this town went to school in this picturesque location but as time rolls on is Appalachia move on too? #appalachianechoes
    The Greene
    6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Lees-McRae College
    3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Banner House Museum
    5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Elk Statue
    6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Mountain Glen Golf Club
    7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    14 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Town Tavern of Banner Elk
    9 min drive
  • Banner Elk Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Blink Elk Tap Room
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enlightened Elk Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Enlightened Elk Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enlightened Elk Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enlightened Elk Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enlightened Elk Escape located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lees-McRae College and within 6 miles (10 km) of Banner House Museum and Tate-Evans Park. The Greene and Elk Statue are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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6.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

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6/10 Okay

Diana T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommend a general overall inspection of everything just to name a few things / oven was not working / some outlets were not working / many light bulbs burned out or missing … would have been nice to have had a few more basic items furnished (only say this because many others we have rented have had more furnished and prevented a trip to the store) it is a wonderful cabin and spacious / not complaining-just making you guys aware of what our family observed Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025