[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bear Lodge Cabin Cozy Mountain Retreat, Banner Elk Vacation home in Banner Elk with fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117770000/117765400/117765318/becbb5a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117770000/117765400/117765318/w1440h960x0y0-ea51faed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117770000/117765400/117765318/be83d162.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117770000/117765400/117765318/fc6e1a5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117770000/117765400/117765318/8a13e67d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bear Lodge Cabin Cozy Mountain Retreat, Banner Elk provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear Lodge Cabin Cozy Mountain Retreat, Banner Elk Welcome to Bear Lodge! Nestled in Mill Ridge, Banner Elk, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath cabin is a cozy retreat for a getaway with friends and family. Relax by the fireplace, sip coffee on the private deck while listening to the calmness of the Watauga river, or explore nearby trails and ski resorts. Just minutes from shops and dining, Bear Lodge offers the perfect mix of tranquility and adventure. Your mountain escape awaits! The space Bear Lodge comfortably accommodates six guests. For additional guests, an extra daily charge will apply, and prior contact is required. The cabin features two floors, each with outdoor access, as there is no internal connection between them. The upper floor includes a queen bed, while the lower floor offers a full-over-full bunk bed, all equipped with memory foam mattresses for a restful sleep. Additionally, the lower floor features a sofa that converts to a queen trundle bed. The upper floor features a fully equipped kitchen suitable for preparing home-cooked meals, while the lower floor offers a mini fridge. Both levels are equipped with a coffee bar for added convenience. Both floors feature electric fireplaces in the living rooms, which can provide the cozy ambiance of a lit fireplace without the heat. Each room is equipped with floor heaters for added comfort. Additionally, both floors include remote-controlled mini-split systems for during warmer months, though some guests may find these unnecessary. All rooms are furnished with Smart TVs to stream your favorite subscriptions (cable TV is provided). Both floors feature outdoor seating areas that provide ample space for entertaining. Amenities include a propane fire pit, a picnic table with bench seating, a BBQ grill, and a propane tower heater. Access to the cabin includes a small hill leading to the front entrance, with a gravel driveway that is slightly steep but manageable with two- or four drive for most of the year. During winter, local roads are plowed and salted by the neighborhood association. 4WD or AWD vehicles are recommended during December through March, although they are not strictly necessary. Chains may be helpful during periods of heavy snow. For venturing beyond the cabin, downtown Banner Elk and Valle Crucis are just minutes away, offering excellent shopping and dining options. Beech and Sugar Ski Resorts, ideal for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, are only 20 minutes away. Grandfather Mountain, Boone, and Blowing Rock are a quick 30-minute drive, as is the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway. World-class hiking trails abound nearby, with recommendations available in the guestbook. The Virginia Creeper Trail is also within an hour's drive. Whatever your plans, Bear Lodge offers a convenient and comfortable retreat while providing a true escape and a welcoming home away from home. Guest access Our cabin uses a smart lock with keypad. You will be given an individual guest code that will be good for the duration of your stay. Codes are unique to each guest and will be activated on the day of your arrival. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21130000/21128500/21128446/w800h599x0y0-0a03d44b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE MOUNTAINS ARE CALLING you all to Two Rock Treehouse a Cozy Mountain Cabin🧡 Mill Ridge - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 105 reviews CA $251 CA $522 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=21128446&PinnedHotelID=21128446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30750000/30748100/30748070/w599h799x1y1-d650b1d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Log Cabin - Best 3 Bdrm Value - Close to Boone & ASU - Free Night for every 3 Sugar Grove - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 88 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=30748070&PinnedHotelID=30748070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Signature Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91070000/91067300/91067257/758ed650.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heritage Hill Cabins Banner Elk - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews CA $417 CA $470 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=91067257&PinnedHotelID=91067257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76970000/76960300/76960279/0eddb166.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1848 Log Cabin in the Trees w/Fire Pit/ Foscoe/No Damage from Helene! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Mill Ridge, a neighborhood in Banner Elk, is home to this vacation home. Tweetsie Railroad is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. 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Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Grandfather Trout Farm are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question