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A-Frame of Mind! SO Cute, Cozy and OH SO Clean! A+ Banner Elk Location!

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Land of Oz
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Banner Elk

When you stay at this cabin in Banner Elk, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. .This family-friendly cabin is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Grandfather Mountain and 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from Appalachian State University.

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Land of Oz - 13 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

A-Frame of Mind! SO Cute, Cozy and OH SO Clean! A+ Banner Elk Location!

In the center of Banner Elk lies a charming two-bedroom cottage that provides the ideal retreat for your upcoming mountain vacation. Surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, you'll be just a short 10-minute drive from the slopes of Sugar Mountain Resort and a 12-minute drive from the thrilling runs of Beech Mountain Resort. For a day of adventure, Grandfather Mountain is just a 24-minute drive away, where you can explore the iconic Mile High Swinging Bridge and encounter native wildlife.

Back at the cabin, you'll find all the comforts of home, including free WiFi, a washing machine and dryer, a cozy fireplace, and a smart TV with cable channels and streaming. The fully stocked kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, outside deck grill, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, blender, and toaster, allowing you to easily prepare delicious meals. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, surrounded by the cabin's rustic charm. Dining is also available on the wonderful deck where you feel like you are in a tree house away from the world!

After a day of outdoor exploration, unwind on the balcony with a cup of coffee, your favorite beverage or relax in the living room, where you'll find good old fashioned games to unplug and enjoy some family time. The cabin also features two bathrooms, plenty of towels, guest toiletries, a hair dryer, an iron and board, air conditioning in both bedrooms, heating throughout, and wonderful linens, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay. With a baby gate, high chair, pack and play and games for kids, this cabin is perfect for families. Secure parking in the garage completes the package, making your mountain retreat a truly carefree experience.
*Things To Note Please
~Stairs are required to enter this property. We ask our guests to make sure this is something they are comfortable with prior to booking.
~The drive does have a slight incline as so many mountain properties do! It is what make us the mountains. It is paved, however, manageable by 99% of our guests regardless of the type of car they may drive. And... it is maintained in the winter by a wonderful local gentleman on call for us with his snow plow! He never lets us down and we feel super fortunate to have him look after our driveway on the many wintry days the high country produces!
~The property does have 1 security camera facing the driveway and mounted above the garage. This is for monitoring the property when it is unoccupied and for monitoring winter conditions of the drive. We turn it off when our guests arrive except to periodically check conditions of snow accumulation. There are no other cameras inside or out on our property.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cabin features a stereo, games, and snowboarding nearby. Recreational activities include ecotours nearby, sledding nearby, and rock climbing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,402 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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A-Frame of Mind! SO Cute, Cozy and OH SO Clean! A+ Banner Elk Location! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances S., Greer, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was welcoming with lots of attention to detail. It was well stocked, and Lisa was an excellent communicator. The master bedroom was large with a super comfortable bed. It was the perfect home away from home and we hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hank M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication with the host. The cabin was very well-stocked, comfortable, and in a great location for hiking and other activities in Banner Elk and the surrounding towns.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim P.

The property was as listed and conveniently located. We had a great stay until checkout when I was texted by the property manager and accused of bring a pet. Apparently, the housekeepers found dog food but it was definitely not from us. The downstairs basement had an odor and there was only 4 towels left. I accidentally only selected one guest and we had the allowed amount of 6. Make sure you are accurate in the reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lisa and Frank are the perfect hosts. We needed for nothing! We so appreciate being able to bring our dogs.The to-go coffee cups were so appreciated when we left this morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Mountain Getawar

Check in was easy, place was peaceful, and great location to grandfather mountain!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin is adorable and in a great location. Easy communication and instructions. Super comfortable beds as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect for our family and dog. We enjoyed lots of time on the deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C., ALPHARETTA

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was perfect for my three-day stay. The town center is within walking distance, as long as you don’t mind a few hills on the return. I had to work remotely during my visit, and the Wi-Fi was exceptionally fast—ideal for both work and streaming. The bed was very comfortable, and the deck was a highlight. I enjoyed sitting outside after dark with minimal issues from mosquitoes. Lisa was incredibly kind and responsive. Truly one of the best rentals I have stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., I

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Visit to Mountains and Friends

It was perfect. It’s conveniently located near Banner Elk restaurants and the park, as well as other activities. Decorated in a welcoming mountain style with lots of bear accents, it had everything we needed. My husband and I had a relaxing visit and plan to return. Lisa (the owner) was a great communicator and made me feel like we were already friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family. And allows pets. Convenient to downtown Banner Elk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

This was a great family trip. We came in for a long weekend and the space was perfect for our family. It was a perfect walking distance to downtown Banner Elk for the dogs and we will most certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Moto trip

3of us came to the mountains on motorcycles for fellowship and fun. Having a garage was a nice bonus. We walked to town for dinner and while there wasn't a sidewalk some of the time it was wide and we could walk beside the creek. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, Family friendly cabin!

From the time of booking the communication was prompt and extremely thorough! When we walked into the cabin it was pristine and had welcome board with our names with a basket full of snacks!! Perfect for our family of 4! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

This was our second time staying here, and hope to return in the future. The cabin is very clean, well stocked, and dog friendly! Close to plenty of hiking trails, restaurants, and shopping nearby. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A-frame of mind

The house was exactly as advertised, and it was clean and welcoming. Lisa responds to messages promptly, and directions to the house are spot on. Only negative is the steep, narrow driveway. I have a big truck, but a small car can park easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy weekend

This mountain cabin features wrap around decks that are nestled in rhododendron and offer some privacy. It is perfectly situated for a relaxing Banner Elk town visit, a Beech Mt. adventure, and treks into Boone. We enjoyed the games and snacks provided by the host. The house offered everything we were looking for. And the host was very proactively available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Little Cabin in Banner Elk

This cabin is a favorite of ours. This was our second stay here. Each time the owner has always made the check-in and check-out process seamless. She always communicates in a timely manner to make sure you have all you need for your stay in the Banner Elk area. This cabin is conveniently located less than a mile from the Banner Elk town center making it easy drive to our favorite breakfast spot the Banner Elk Cafe. Our favorite feature of the cabin is the fireplace. We sat in front of it for hours just chatting. The owners also make sure you have plenty of wood to burn. We will definitely be heading back to this cabin in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene K., Summerfield, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Mountain Cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in A Frame of Minds that was so easy to get to, first class in comfort, and very pleasing mountain decor that has a very thoughtful host. Plus after experiencing having a garage with a remote opener is now a must have especially in winter. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Cabin was nice, clean just a bit pricey for the size since it is smaller than we thought. Lisa the manager was great to communicate with and had everything ready for us. We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Frame of Mind

All aspects outstanding. Host (Lisa) top shelf in every way. Definitely can’t go wrong staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Properry

The house was amazing. We felt very welcomed, and the extent of necessities left for our use was unparalleled. Even down to coffee and snacks, the owners thought of everything! I would without reservation highly recomend "A Frame of Mind" ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024