Title: Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=89768553&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River ## Photo gallery for Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River ![Terrace/patio - Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768553/a643d185.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768553/cb3203ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, table football - Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768553/128f6a8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768553/ad3cdb4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768553/0706a3b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the charming Valle Crucis community, Orchid Cabin is a cozy retreat nestled on a hillside. As you step inside, warm up by the wood-burning fireplace in the living room or gather around for quality time with friends. The kitchen and dining area offer seating for eight and feature stainless appliances and granite counters. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## 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. ### Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River Welcome to Orchid Cabin, in the charming Valle Crucis community. Enjoy your evenings on the balcony listening to the music from the nearby Mast Farm Inn. Enjoy the playground, paved walking paths, or trout fishing in the Valle Crucis Community Park only half a mile down the road. Next to the park is the famous Mast General Store Annex. Situated on the hillside, Orchid Cabin has an entrance on the main level and also one directly to the lower level. At the main entrance, you'll find a small back patio. Inside, the cozy living room focuses on the wood-burning fireplace with sofa and chairs. A TV let's you watch your favourite show, or just gather around and catch up with friends. The kitchen and dining is nearby with stainless appliances, granite counters, and seating for up to eight. Three queen bedrooms are on the main level. To one side of the living area is a queen suite with tiled shower. Across the living room are two more queen bedrooms with a jack and jill bath between them. Double vanities offer space for your belongings. There is a narrow spiral staircase with gate leading you downstairs. Pets, little ones, and those with mobility access will want to use caution, but there is a center pole and grab bars to steady oneself all the way down. Once down, you'll find the lower den with wood stove and a second living space, including a twin bed with twin trundle underneath in the corner. Off of the den are a queen bedroom and a small bonus space with a set of twin over twin bunks. A third full bathroom and laundry center on are on the lower level, as well. Additional Notes: \- This home allows one dog for an additional rent of $25 per night plus taxes. Pets other than dogs are not permitted. \- AWD/4WD or chains will be needed in times of snow or ice. The driveway is steep, but paved. The last 75yrds before the driveway is a narrow, gravel road. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement. \- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or up to a week in advance. You'll receive two, kiln-dried packs of firewood plus a firestarter for $25 per night plus tax. \- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided. \- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am \- Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations. \- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent. \- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates. \- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home. \- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook. \- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable. \- This homeowner uses exterior security cameras. One camera is at the driveway as you pull up to the house and the other on the left side of the home facing away from the hot tub CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of he deposit. Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee. NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals NCREC License Number: 29198 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: 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 - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Water tubing 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) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75260000/75250800/75250783/5bf38786.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Eagle's Nest w/Paddle Boards and Kayaks Butler - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=75250783&PinnedHotelID=75250783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19320000/19319700/19319617/677a659c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Mountain Top Private Log Cabin Lake And Mountain Views Pet Friendly Butler - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 114 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=19319617&PinnedHotelID=19319617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95108500/95108430/e20a3c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elk River Cabin Watauga Lake Hot Tub 3 Stories 3 Bedrooms Mountain View’s hiking Butler - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=95108430&PinnedHotelID=95108430&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41950000/41941800/41941725/2f5b6d54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breath Taking View of the Highlands of the Roan with Hot Tub and Pool Table Roan Mountain - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=41941725&PinnedHotelID=41941725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87650000/87643300/87643234/39663f81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin on topof the mountain great views hot tub game room and more! 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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 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 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 578564 ## About the area Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. [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%7C36.20549%2C-81.76965&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AGxkDlgqX2pKzc_9H3WImXIy6zQ=) Banner Elk, NC ### What's nearby - ![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 13 min drive \- 7.9 miles - ![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 19 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Watauga River 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Alta Vista Gallery and B & B 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort 20 min drive \- 11.2 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Appalachia Cookie Company 10 min drive - South End Brewing - Boone 12 min drive - Circle K 8 min drive - Lost Province Brewing Company 12 min drive - Rivers Street Ale House 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River? ### What time is check-in at Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River? ### What time is check-out at Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River? ### Where is Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Robert S. 31 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Family Ski Trip Great location for a family ski trip. The home was very comfortable and larger than expected. Had a few issues with the booking with having pets, but those issues were eventually worked out ahead of time. A few issues with the home - no instructions for anything. Lights were a little funky to figure out, but no big deal. Hot tub needs clear directions, dish washer did not work. Had to ask for instructions for check-out. Those are things that will get worked out as I understood a new rental for the management company. Overall- this is a very relaxing house with room to spread out. I would definitely book again. ##### Robert S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa S. 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Enjoyed the area and the house ##### Lisa S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 31 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for a large family This home was clean, well appointed, and conveniently located to several skiing mountains. We had a great stay. Lots of brand new appliances, dishes, etc. It exceeded our expectations. ##### David P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### April C. 19 Jan 2026 Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy Upon arrival, the property had no running water. Despite multiple calls, no one returned that evening, and water was still not restored after 2 p.m. the next day. We went nearly 24 hours without water—unable to shower or flush toilets—which caused 10 people to cancel paid morning ski activities. Maintenance later told us the power line to the water heater had been cut over a month prior and never repaired. The microwave did not work and began smoking, downstairs was too cold for children, and a power line had to be run through a bedroom to restore water. The advertised game room was misleading (non-working TV and one foosball table), and rat droppings were found in cooking pots. No follow-up was ever provided. Extremely disappointing experience ##### April C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ---