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1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit

Family-friendly holiday home in Banner Elk with a hot tub

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Experience the best of the High Country at 1st in Sugar, where mountain views and modern comforts blend seamlessly. Discover a serene oasis in the main living space with its cozy gas log fireplace, inviting living room and well-appointed kitchen. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking or skiing at Sugar Mountain Ski Resort just minutes away.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

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About this property

Entire place

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

1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit

Family-friendly holiday home in Banner Elk with a hot tub
This smoke-free holiday home features Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a balcony. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a fireplace and a jetted bath.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

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

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking 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)

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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

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

Property is also known as

565480

About the area

Map
Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Appalachian State University - 32 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort, Linville River and Sugar Creek Gem Mine. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

1st in Sugar - 3 suites, pet friendly, hot tub, fire pit Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This was by far the best VRBO we have ever stayed at!! This house is beautiful and so well stocked. There was nothing that the owners hadn’t thought of. The house was clean and comfortable and very welcoming. And the views!!! Highly recommend and we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cooper K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mardi Gras in the mountains

We had a great time. Property was just as listed. Kids had a great time in the game room. Location was great and close to the slopes.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for skiing

Great views. Lots to do to keep kids and adults occupied
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bart C., Durham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and great view

Easy in and out, great view, quiet neighborhood and very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, private spot

Stunning views and an ideal house for our group. Exactly as advertised, which is always appreciated. We prepared every meal in the great kitchen. The weather was frightful, but the representatives who manage the property were exceedingly prompt and reassuring in communicating.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway

We had a wonderful time! A fantastic house, everything about it is really nice and beautiful views too! A great location as well. Would highly recommend for anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esther N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family getaway

The house is very clean and welcoming and perfect for a family getaway. We absolutely loved the location as it's very convenient to the grocery store, family friendly activities and the view is amazing. All of the bedrooms were spacious and very comfortable. We also really appreciated the well-stocked kitchen and the game room. Thank you for the wonderful family trip memories!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

An amazing house with beautiful views and close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sugar Mountain House

Clean and great location! Kids loved the play room! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st in Sugar fun

We had a great time at 1st in Sugar. The property was great and well located. We sold our home in Eagles Nest a year ago so it was great getting back to Banner Elk. Sugar Mountain is so easy and centrally located its a great place for first timers to Banner Elk.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving ski trip

Beautiful setting and house was clean and comfortable. We cooked Thanksgiving dinner here and kitchen was well equipped. Not enough snow for Sugar Mt to open so didn’t get to snowboard, but enjoyed the hot tub! Saw deer every morning coming down the mountain behind the house while eating breakfast. A great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dustin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st in sugar

The house and location was absolutely beautiful we had a great time the only issue we had was the septic tank was full 3days into our 6 day stay and it was never punped the entire time and had issues with the toilets flushing and the septic leaking sewage down the yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Christianna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st in sugar

The bottom floor was freezing. There was only one heater in the house until they came out to fix the entire unit when it went out on Saturday. Make sure you verify the heat on the bottom floor is fixed prior to staying here. Overall the property was great minus the bottom floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kara

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unfortunately we did not have a good stay at 1st in Sugar. We arrived to find trash on the porch, trash in some of the indoor bins, a broken hot tub, a broken shower upstairs, and a note for a bottle of wine but no bottle of wine. We immediately texted the number to report these issues and didn’t get a phone call until 24 hours later. The maintenance person said they fixed the hot tub but it never warmed up. The shower was not fixable. We are still waiting to hear back about how this can be made right. Don’t stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025