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Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt

Family-friendly holiday home with sauna and Hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, printers
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
7 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Located on Sugar Mountain, Balboa Luxury Cabin offers a serene escape for large families or special getaways. Inside the cabin, unwind in the gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances or relax in one of seven bedrooms with TVs and ceiling fans. The downstairs entertainment area features a pool table, foosball table, video games and sauna while outside you can soak in the hot tub taking in picturesque mountain views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt

Family-friendly holiday home with sauna and Hot tub
This smoke-free holiday home features a sauna, Access to hot tub and laundry facilities. Additionally, an arcade/games room and barbecues are on-site. The holiday home has 7 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub and a sauna.

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

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding 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

  • Bicycles

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

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 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, a first aid kit 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

Property is also known as

2491-253472

About the area

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is in a rural area 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Land of Oz, or check out an event or a game at Blowing Rock Auditorium. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Sugar Mountain, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 21 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 21 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Land of Oz - 26 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt located?

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

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Paradise in the mountains! The most amazing home you can stay in on Sugar Mnt Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alejandro s.

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

Ski weekend

Great location and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davida A.

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

Awesome Home

Location was great - House was roomy - Everyone had their own space!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

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

Big family vacation

It was a perfect house for multiple families . Bedroom separation was very good, playroom perfect for kids
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Todd V.

Had a blast!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As always we had a blast at The Balboa house. House is well maintained with plenty of room for all to have their own space to relax

10/10 Excellent

Debra J., Charlotte

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

Balboa

Gorgeous place & very close to everything, skiing, tubing, stores, etc. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Todd V.

Home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love The Balboa cabin!! Enjoyed our trip as always. Can't wait until next year!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Great Memories

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've stayed for several years at this home and love it every time. The views are amazing, and the house is warm and welcoming. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gloria T.

Beautiful Luxury Home on Sugar Mountain

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had our three generation family vacation here and picked the perfect home and location. There were plenty of amenities for everyone to enjoy without leaving the home. Everyone had a wonderful time. Any issues we had were addressed quickly by the rental company. Highly recommend.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jane p., Clemmons, NC

Great family vacation house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a fabulous home for a family to share Thanksgiving! The kitchen was a fabulous place to prepare a large dinner. There was plenty of dining areas to seat all 15 of us. The favorite area of the house was the downstairs playroom. The kids played there our entire stay so that gave the adults a quiet place to have conversations and watch Carolina basketball! Thank you for allowing us to make more family memories!

6/10 Okay

James p.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great view but stinky

The view is amazing but there was smell in the property. When we entered the garage there was trashed piled on the floor plus trash loaded on the back off the golf cart must of been there for days. I called the emergency number of the property management and was told the maintance people would come on Thursday and when know one showed up I found the local dump and took the trash there. When I left on Monday trash was still on the golf cart. The money I spent for the 5 days wasn't worth it.There was ton of flies because of the trash. We where up in the area for my son wedding and although the view was amazing everything else was stinky
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren K.

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

Wonderful home for a large group

We had a great stay in a beautiful home near Sugar Mountain. We were a group of 4 families and the space was perfect for us with stunning views. The kids in particular loved the game room arcade that was full of games they enjoyed during our stay. Subtracted 1 star due to sparse communication with the property management company. We reached out with a few questions and never heard back. We also really wished the check-in could have been a bit earlier than 4 and the check-out a bit later than 10. Overall, though, fantastic property for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Family Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: All of our group (Ohio, Florida, Virginia, and Georgia) are back home after a fantastic week on Sugar Mountain at the cabin. We had a family reunion and the adults loved the upper porch, fireplace, grill and kitchen. The kids took over the game room and had a good time.All the bedrooms worked out well. Very comfortable and great space for those that wanted some quite time. I was surprised how well the internet work with dozens of devices and TVs going on at same time.The kitchen was very well stocked and we took full use of the two ovens, grill, two fridges and the electric griddle. Also a couple of huge soup pots that came in handy.Great location for Blue Ridge Parkway and Grandfather Mountain. Also enjoyed Elk City. Local grocery and ABC stores came in handy.

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

One issue

Steps to basement are very slippery and my brother slipped and hurt his back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great trip!

Really enjoyed the whole experience! Great place great service!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

Great place to stay for big families

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. The only thing that I would say was bad were the beds, they are very hard and old wasn’t able to get good night sleeps. Other than that everything was perfect

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