Title: Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger 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=103098667&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger ## Photo gallery for Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger ![Smart TV, fireplace - Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103098700/103098667/df1c7d34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103098700/103098667/1355861d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103098700/103098667/65f090eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103098700/103098667/09f6b392.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103098700/103098667/d59193ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on Sugar Mountain, The Bear at Sugar Mountain offers a haven for mountain enthusiasts. With its Scandinavian-inspired design, modern comforts and expansive windows, this cabin invites relaxation and connection. Unwind in the hot tub with mountain views or enjoy quality time around the fire pit while sharing campfire stories. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122288 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger Welcome to The Bear at Sugar Mountain! Located on Sugar Mountain, The Bear at Sugar Mountain is about three miles from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, public golf course and tennis courts, making this custom four bedroom cabin the ideal home for a year-round mountain getaway. Winter activities include skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and snow tubing at the golf course. Take a roller coaster ride through the trees at Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster, 7 minutes away. Downtown Banner Elk, home to Lees McRae College, is less than 6 miles away and features local shopping and dining options. Grandfather Winery, seven miles away, is open year-round and offers live music at the vineyard. Grandfather Mountain, and the famous mile-high bridge, is only nine miles away where guests of all ages can enjoy the hiking trails and wildlife exhibits. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a twenty minute drive from the cabin and offers scenic drives, overlooks, and hiking trails for hikers of varying skill levels. The Bear at Sugar Mountain is a modern custom-built mountain home with Scandinavian influences. Upon entering the home guests are greeted with clean lines, expansive windows, bright white walls, and exposed beams offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. The living space is both elegant and cozy with a sleek floor to ceiling wood-burning fireplace and HDTV. The living room provides a comfortable space to relax after a day of mountain adventures. The cathedral ceiling and natural beams throughout the great room blend the living room and kitchen seamlessly. The gourmet chef's kitchen has beautiful quartz countertops, state-of-the-art Italian appliances and a coffee bar with wine cooler. The chef in your group is sure to enjoy whipping up a delicious meal at the induction oven to be enjoyed at the nearby dining table. Gather around the large island with a quartz waterfall edge to exchange stories of the day's explorations. The back deck houses a hot tub where guests can relax after a day on the slopes, or grill out on gas grill while marveling at the mountain views. The fire pit in the lower yard is awaiting your s'mores and campfire stories. The loft off the kitchen is a perfect oasis for the kids to escape to and watch TV on the beanbag chairs. The Bear at Sugar Mountain features four spacious bedrooms, including two master suites, and can accommodate up to twelve guests. The master bedroom, located off the living room has a king bed and private ensuite with a level entry shower. The back deck and hot tub can be accessed from this bedroom. The second master bedroom also has a king bed and private ensuite with a level entry shower. A third king bedroom shares a full Jack-N-Jill bathroom with a bunk room. The bunk room houses two built-in queen-over-queen bunkbeds. Guests are provided WiFi, central heating and air conditioning, YouTube TV, laundry room, and a mudroom with storage for snow boots and bibs. Pets are not allowed at The Bear at Sugar Mountain. Please be advised that there are exterior security cameras in place. The house is accessed via one step-up to the door. There is parking for three vehicles in the gravel driveway, with a conveniently located EV charger in the parking area. 4WD or AWD and tire chains are recommended for winter traveling. Pets are not allowed at The Bear at Sugar Mountain. Firewood available for purchase after booking. Other nearby attractions: Seven Devils, with Hawksnest Snow Tubing & Zip Lines - 9 miles Beech Mountain - 12 miles Valle Crucis- Original Mast General Store and river front community park - 14 miles Downtown Boone - 16 miles Downtown Blowing Rock -17 miles Mountain adventures await at The Bear at Sugar Mountain! Must be at least 25 years of age to book. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 2,288 square feet ## Similar properties ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7410000/7402000/7401998/1dc232bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Highlands at Sugar Banner Elk - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.2 Very good 811 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=7401998&PinnedHotelID=7401998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7760000/7759400/7759395/e7487481.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chetola Resort Blowing Rock - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews £145 includes taxes & fees 19 Mar - 20 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=7759395&PinnedHotelID=7759395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4870000/4868900/4868871/72ded693.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard Boone Boone - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 723 reviews £100 includes taxes & fees 24 Mar - 25 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=4868871&PinnedHotelID=4868871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94955400/94955337/981b9131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deck, Grill & Fire Pit: Sugar Mountain Retreat! 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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 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 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 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 824070 ## About the area Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. 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. Land of Oz 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 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%7C36.12091%2C-81.87464&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pjKaX9heUtyA9xYSRiC1NMaZ2xU=) Banner Elk, 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 17 min drive \- 9.3 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 18 min drive \- 10.4 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 32 min drive \- 17.4 miles - ![A horizontal, landscape orientation of a train making a big turn through the mountains and rural countryside of North Carolina.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172371/c2b6eaa8-caaa-41e7-8919-83c2ff20aad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tweetsie Railroad 38 min drive \- 27.8 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 90 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 6 min drive - Town Tavern of Banner Elk 13 min drive - Banner Elk Cafe 12 min drive - Blink Elk Tap Room 11 min drive - Puerto Nuevo 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger? ### What time is check-in at Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger? ### What time is check-out at Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger? ### Where is Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Modern 4BR Cabin on Sugar Mtn: Hot Tub, Fire Pit & EV Charger Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jan M. 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great Location Easy check in process and great location. Loved the heated floors in the bathroom! Kitchen was nicely equipped. The property could have been cleaned better between guests - there were food crumbs on all the chairs and one of the kids stepped on a clipped toenail (gross) in the living room. Other than that, we absolutely loved this house and would stay again. ##### Jan M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Imani B. 9 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Such an amazing cabin! Beautiful location and awesome response time by host. The only downfall was the oven not working, we were ladies that love to cook and bake and weren’t able to. However, they worked hard to attempt to fix it and accommodate us. Timing was just not on our side! Overall an amazing Vrbo! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bbba53a5-96d5-4e2b-9179-ee5a2ff33173-1773095006158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Imani B. 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