Title: Lessons from Mars - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106139192&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lessons from Mars Vacation home in Beech Mountain with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Lessons from Mars ![Outdoor spa tub - Lessons from Mars (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106140000/106139200/106139192/cf3a1c84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lessons from Mars (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106140000/106139200/106139192/9df4de8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub, Mountain View (Lessons from Mars) | Interior - Lessons from Mars (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106140000/106139200/106139192/d3acbaea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub, Mountain View (Lessons from Mars) | Private kitchen - Lessons from Mars (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106140000/106139200/106139192/60b16725.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub, Mountain View (Lessons from Mars) | Interior - Lessons from Mars (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106140000/106139200/106139192/024c0d4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Beech Mountain Resort, Lessons from Mars provides amenities like a hot tub. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lessons from Mars Vacation home in Beech Mountain with a hot tub This smoke-free vacation home features a hot tub, barbecue grills, and free WiFi in public areas. Homes boast fireplaces and offer washers/dryers and 3 bathrooms. Other amenities that guests will find include patios and coffee makers. Air-conditioned accommodations at Lessons from Mars offer fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and designer toiletries. Recreational amenities at the vacation home include a hot tub. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 4 pets total - Fee: USD 28.19 per pet per night - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111850000/111848900/111848850/ffc0bf53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5,000ft Peak View Home: Hot Tub, Fire Table & 4 Kings; 5 Min to Resort Beech Mountain - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=111848850&PinnedHotelID=111848850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118980000/118977200/118977142/1bca6e24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern View Home with Sauna, Steam Room & Hot Tub Beech Mountain - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=118977142&PinnedHotelID=118977142&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95550000/95545500/95545485/e2d870eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Mountain House in Beech Mountain Beech Mountain - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=95545485&PinnedHotelID=95545485&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111540000/111535600/111535526/840b0f67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On Beech Time - Hot tub, views, Beech Mtn club option Beech Mountain - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=111535526&PinnedHotelID=111535526&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111850000/111848900/111848847/eebd5c3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet-Friendly 4BR Home! 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Lessons from Mars Banner Elk Lessons from Mars Private vacation home Lessons from Mars Private vacation home Banner Elk Enjoy Stunning Views From the hot Tubs! Perfect Location! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.19996%2C-81.89410&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zCu5KamBtdzuM6LYDO2pXAD1v3I=) 104 Quail Knoll, Banner Elk, NC, 28604 #### What's nearby - Beech Mountain Resort \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - Land of Oz \- 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - Sugar Mountain Resort \- 15 min drive \- 12.7 km - Grandfather Mountain \- 31 min drive \- 29.2 km - Appalachian State University \- 34 min drive \- 30.5 km #### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 87 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬15 min drive - ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬15 min drive - ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬15 min drive - ‪Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria - ‬7 min drive - ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom and Grill - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lessons from Mars pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lessons from Mars? ### What time is check-out at Lessons from Mars? ### Where is Lessons from Mars located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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