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Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Banner Elk with free parking

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Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort welcomes visitors with mini golf, tennis courts, and basketball. The property features beautiful gardens and scenic views, while public areas offer WiFi and a library for quiet moments with a good book.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 1600 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (1 King & 2 Twins & 1 Sofa Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 972 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 1075 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
3781 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC, 28604

What's nearby

  • Linville River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Watauga River - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort

Family-friendly hotel remodelled in 2016 and located near Sugar Mountain Resort
A terrace, mini golf and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort. Adventurous travellers may like the volleyball and basketball at this hotel. In addition to a library and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tennis courts, barbecues and coffee/tea in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, a TV in reception and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 130 rooms have comforts, such as private indoor hot tubs and fireplaces, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Living room
  • Mini golf
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 15 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Pay films
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 22.55 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Lending library access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Blue Ridge Village Festiva Resort Banner Elk
Blue Ridge Village Festiva Resort
Blue Ridge Village Festiva Banner Elk
Blue Ridge Village Festiva
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village Ascend Resort Banner Elk
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village Ascend Resort
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village Ascend
Blue Ridge Village a Festiva Resort
Blue Ridge Village a Festiva
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk hotel is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Linville River and Sugar Mountain Resort. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 601 out of 895 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 895 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 895 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 895 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 895 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable & clean with a little kitchen. Nice fireplace & comfortable bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Misty

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was very helpful and friendly. Rooms were very nice and clean. Decor was very nice. We would stay here again. Only suggestions would be to add elevators and maybe more supplies to kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great places to stay with good amenities and close to grandfather Mountain
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDAVAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mountain View, hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anthenisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have booked twice at the place. Will book again next time in town. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Property with great location and also pond adds another beauty
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Liked: Amenities
The property is so pretty and the rooms are large! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice property with lots of things to do at the resort and close to things we love to do. Excellent staff and accommodations. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing, will definitely will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vacation

Great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice spot, very close to Sugar Mountain
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here! There are great activities for your kids and the staff are very helpful and friendly! This location is close to many attractions such as grandfather Mountain and Linville Falls. Hope to come here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great Stay for the Highland Games

We were so impressed with the resort, their courteous, friendly staff, and graciuos, comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice experience, room had everything we needed, location was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niecyl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, cozy and clean accommodation with good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent indoor and outdoor pool and hot tub !! Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great. It was very clean and the bed was very comfotable. The resort is very nice! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing! The amount of things to do just on site was great. It helped kill time in beta our other activities. The pool and hot tub were beautiful. We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent nature. Big territory. Clean room. Fun for kinds. Pool, tennis, fishing, play room…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with beautiful views - ask for pond view or Mountain View. Property checked in on us a few times via text. They always answered the phone when we called with questions. We will go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024