Welcome to
The Great Escape!
Banner Elk, NC
About the Cabin
Welcome to The Great Escape, a place for fun, family bonding & friends reuniting! Perched at a height of nearly 4,000 ft, a place & views you will never forget! With 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a hot tub, huge game room and a fire pit, incredible views, we have it all for you!
Ready for breathtaking sunsets & sunrises? Bonding moments? Crackling fires? Epic hikes? Nature & relaxation? 3 nearby mountains' skiing?
Then you're ready for The Great Escape. Your perfect, private retreat. Breathe the fresh mountain air as you hike, bike, fish, tube, ski/board, ice skate, or relax. Book your dream getaway today!
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LOCATION:
• 4 miles – Downtown Banner Elk – restaurants, shops, & culture.
• 5 miles – Lees McRae College
• 7 miles – High Mountain Expeditions – whitewater rafting, tubing, hiking, biking and caving
• 8 miles – Gem Mining
• 8 miles – Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster
• 9 miles – Sugar Mountain – skiing, tubing, ice skating snowshoeing, mountain biking
• 10 miles – Beech Mountain – skiing, tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing, mtn biking, disc golf
• 10 miles – Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
• 12 miles – Grandfather Trout Farm - fishing
• 12 miles – Downtown Boone – restaurants, shops, arts & culture.
• 12 miles – Appalachian State University
• 12 miles – Sunrise Mountain Mini Golf
• 15 miles – Hawks Nest Tubing and Zipline
• 15 miles – Grandfather Mtn State Park - Mile High Swinging Bridge, hiking, wildlife habitat
• 16 miles – Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park
• 16 miles – Mystery Hill - museums, axe throwing, & science attractions
• 16 miles – Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park
• 17 miles – Appalachian Ski Mountain – skiing, tubing, ice skating
• 19 miles – Tanger Outlets Blowing Rock - shopping
The Cabin
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP:
Main level
- Bedroom #1: Large primary bedroom - King Bed w/4k 58” Smart TV, walk-in closet, deck access, & private bathroom w/jacuzzi tub, double vanity, & shower.
- Bedroom #2: King Bed w/4k 50” Smart TV and closet.
- Bedroom#3: King Bed w/4k 50” Smart TV and closet.
Lower Level
- Bedroom #4: 2 twin beds, w/4k 50” Smart TV, walk in closet, and Jack and Jill access to bathroom with shower
- Bedroom #5: 2 twin over queen bunk beds, w/4k 50” Smart TV, closet, and Jack and Jill access to bathroom with shower
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
★ Brand new Hot Tub for 7
★ Outdoor fire pit with Adirondack chairs and seating for 14
★Massive game room with 75” 4k TV, pool table, foosball, arcade machine, Xbox, and toddler area.
★ BBQ Grill, Dining Set, Lounge Seating on Upper Deck
★ Smart TVs in all bedrooms and common areas
★ Dedicated work-from-home station with FAST WIFI
★ Private parking for up to 4-5 cars with an upper and lower driveway
★ Washer and Dryer
★ Fully equipped Kitchen and Pantry
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Guest Access
Access is stress free - NO KEYS TO LOSE! You will have your own unique access code for the duration of your stay. No worries about going extra places to get keys or having to make beds on your own. Simply show up for your vacation, instant access, beds made - time to RELAX!
The home and property is exclusively yours, without interruption for the duration of your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.
Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with:
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Heating/AC
✔ Washer/Dryer
Other Things to Note
November to March - we may get snow, sleet, & ice. Road conditions can become hazardous before or during your stay. A 4-wheel drive vehicle &/or snow chains are mandatory. It is your responsibility to arrive fully prepared & there will be no refunds or date changes due to guests not being properly prepared.
Pets:
We love our furry friends but we are a pet free property.
No smoking or vaping anywhere in the home.
Responsible person must be at least 30 years of age and in attendance during the rental period.
Max occupancy is limited at all times to 14 people (upper bunk beds have a weight limit of 150 pounds). No parties/gatherings, or additional house guests.