Halfback Mountain Retreat - Banner Elk, NC

If it's time for a well-deserved break from your busy life to hit the slopes, the hiking trails, or the golf courses, consider a stay at this adorable, dog-friendly vacation rental in snowy Sugar Mountain! This charming, updated home includes a well-equipped, full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar for two. Dine together at the adjacent table for four (perfect for family board game nights), and then settle into the cozy living area with a wall-mounted, cable and Netflix-equipped flatscreen TV plus a warming gas fireplace. And just off this space, you'll find a private, furnished balcony offering forest and mountain views.

What's nearby:
Ideal for a small family ski-cation, this home is just two miles away from the renowned Sugar Mountain Resort for prime skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating in winter as well as mountain biking and hiking in the summer. Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity? You may visit the alpacas at Apple Hill Farm eight miles away. Additionally, don't miss attractions like the Foggy Mountain Gem Mine for a fun, family-friendly experience, and Grandfather Mountain State Park, home of the Mile High Swinging Bridge. And when it's time to dine, be sure to check out the many local restaurants like Painted Fish Cafe and Beer Bar, just a short walk away, as well as Artisanal, Stonewalls, and The Village of Banner Elk, all within three miles of your door.

Things to know:
Free high-speed WiFi
Full kitchen
Private washer/dryer
Up to two family dogs (45 lbs. each) are welcome with a small nightly fee
Snowbird-friendly. Please contact Vacasa for details.
A 4x4 is recommended during the winter months

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

• 2 dogs , weighing 45 lbs or less, welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Vacasa approval.
• Parking notes: There is space to park two vehicles in front of the unit. Parking is tight.

You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.