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Waterfront Chalet w/ 2 Fireplaces, Private Hot Tub, washer/dryer, & Creek Access

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Exterior
Pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 112143 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Sugar Mountain, NC
  • Popular LocationSugar Mountain Resort4 min walk
  • Popular LocationHawksnest Tubing Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrandfather Mountain18 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)76 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Chalet w/ 2 Fireplaces, Private Hot Tub, washer/dryer, & Creek Access

Icicles Ski Chalet

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When you choose this wooded haven as your home base, you will never want to leave! This two-story chalet sits on a babbling creek and pond, creating an environment of true tranquility. The ski shuttle conveniently stops across the street (or you can walk to the lift). The open-concept layout has a central gathering space, detailed with a wood-burning fireplace and flat-screen TV. A full kitchen has all you need to create your favorite meals, while a second living room provides an arcade game.

With multiple alfresco living areas, you will have plenty of opportunities to take in the alpine air. After days on the slopes, relax in the private hot tub. Or fire up the gas grill for a home-cooked meal. There is even a sitting area with a chiminea alongside the creek. All four bedrooms are located upstairs – two suites feature a private balcony, while the main suite has a wood-burning fireplace, a TV, and an en suite bathroom.

Things to Know
Full kitchen
Free WiFi
Nearby public golf & tennis (seasonal)
Family-friendly with fireplace guards
Ski shuttle across the street
The chiminea by the water is available seasonally
A queen sofabed in the living area provides an added sleeping option
This home does not have air-conditioning
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Ski shuttle details: RIGHT across the road, 2 min walk




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 2,143 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

71485

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this chalet is in the city center and on the waterfront. 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 and Pisgah National Forest. Tweetsie Railroad and Land of Oz are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 4 min walk
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 15 min drive
  • Land of Oz - 17 min drive
  • Grandfather Mountain - 18 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - 8 min drive
  • Banner Elk Cafe - 8 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Bella's - 18 min walk
  • Bayou Smokehouse & Grill - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Chalet w/ 2 Fireplaces, Private Hot Tub, washer/dryer, & Creek Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Chalet w/ 2 Fireplaces, Private Hot Tub, washer/dryer, & Creek Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Chalet w/ 2 Fireplaces, Private Hot Tub, washer/dryer, & Creek Access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Chalet w/ 2 Fireplaces, Private Hot Tub, washer/dryer, & Creek Access located?

Located in the heart of Banner Elk, this chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Sugar Mountain Resort and Sugar Creek Gem Mine. Linville River and Grandfather Mountain State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Newton L., Marietta ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for summer and winter
Vacasa customer service was amazing. There need to have some electrical maintenance. Very few switches worked. No outdoor lights worked either
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Cathy C.

Plenty of space
Location was amazing. Plenty of room for 7 adults. Lots of table and chair space! Great living room, with all-reclining furniture. Game room was great, but pinball machine only partially works. That being said, house needs maintenance. Mostly annoying stuff that’s easily fixed or replaced. Such as… bring all your own baking pans, theirs are dirty rusted and completely unusable. Fridge door missing all the shelves. Sink disposal didn’t work. Beds all comfortable, EXCEPT the bunk bed mattress (lower, didn’t use the top), was so uncomfortable we couldn’t use it. Outside. Creek, beautiful and such a soothing sound. Hot tub was so nice and ran perfectly. But, everything was dirty, and this is where lack of maintenance really shows. It’s obvious no one maintains or cleans all of the exterior decks and stairs. Fire pit area, in complete disarray and furniture was awful. None of the parking area or path/steps down to the house are lit; there are lights but none of them work. it’s pretty obvious the owners don’t ever visit or use the property. It could be an exceptional property for families if someone just put some effort into it. Bottom line. If you are looking for a launching pad with plenty of space and a decent kitchen to prepare and eat meals before you head out for the day, this place works. Last note: if you bring your kids… there is no yard and zero outdoor space for kids to play.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

vicky s.

Disliked: Cleanliness
not so clean
Disappointed with the overall look of the building much older than presented, Jacuzzi was old and not so clean, so was the house. Missing pillowcases-which we needed several calls to get. I understand that the cleaning needs to be timely but also should have been more thorough...I felt we left the condo cleaner then when we got it. Would like to receive some refund for the cleaning fees.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris A.

Could be awesome
This place could be awesome, but several factors made it not so. It wasn't ready on time for check in (by more than an hour) and it wasn't all that clean. There were moths in the fridge, unhooked smoke detectors in a pile in the kitchen - stuff like that. Not major, but not great. Also the ice machine didn't work. House and location were fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

frank m., Pike Road

Meh
Better to start with the No's and finish with the Pro's. Upon arrival there was a musty smell in the house, one of no central A/C or simply being shut up for a while. There was trash on the back porch still and well as burnt beer 6 packs and vaping cartridges out around the chimenea. A vent was hanging out of the ceiling in the living room. One of the stove eyes doesn't work. Only one arcade game is functional, pin ball has missing button to be able to use L bumpers and POV shooting game never powered up at all. No hair dryer at all in house. Hot tub filthy. Never got above 94F and had gray "jellyfish' coming out of jets. As a hot tub owner, it's past time to be drained and fully cleaned. Last day on way out, heating element is shot in dryer. Washed clothes only to tumble dry with no heat for 45 minutes. Had to find a coin operated laundry on the way out of town. It's a dated property where pics are not truly revealing and obviously filtered when you review them online. So my wife and I began to clean. A lot. The Pros, our property was ready early and we received the text. Our check-in info was clear and easy to follow. Someone had cut some firewood for us and left it on the back porch that burned great in a warming and inviting fireplace. This is a nice size house! Each and every room had a smart tv and was easy for our kids to use as we have Roku at home. The back porch was huge and great to hang out on. Kids loved the creek behind the property. More than enough level parking. Close to a ton to do from gem mining to great eating. Super close to Sugar Mtn resort, but I wouldn't walk with small children. the arcade game that did work has a ton to chose from, my son's favorite anyway. Upon contacting Vacasa, we had a hair dryer the next morning (had already left for the slopes) and they also refunded the cleaning/hot tub fees. They were unaware of the dryer upon departure. They called several times to assist us with our stay. We'd love to stay again and give 4+ stars but the owner needs to get involved as there are other properties nearby for just a bit more that seem more rewarding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for larger groups
This was an awesome property to stay at with a large group. We had a wonder fall weekend away with our kids (2-16yo) and the home was perfect. The creek outside was a favorite, there was adequate seating, very adequate space for sleeping, and the location was perfect for getting in and out easily (not much travel up mountain roads). It would be an ideal location for a ski group as it is a very reasonable walk to the ski lodge on Sugar. I will say that, like more homes that are listed for this size group, if you are planning on eating meals there the home could use about double the silverware. That would be my only suggestion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Erica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful North Carolina
Overall, it was ok. Compared to other VRBO homes rented, I thought this was a little cheap in the essentials department. No paper towels in the kitchen. Limited to 2 kitchen trash bags. 3 "complimentary" laundry pods. It boasts of a game room -- 1 of the arcades doesn't work at all. Another has a number of very old late 80s/early 90s fighting games you can 't figure out how to play. So the pinball machine is it. This was one of the reasons we chose this house, for the game room. The area is beautiful. The stream behind the house is minimal and the body of water you seen in the picture -- there's no fishing. But, like I said, the area is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jessica n.

Liked: Cleanliness
So beautiful
Getting in was easy. The place was clean, beautiful and so relaxing. The kids loved it. We only planned a couple days there on our way to the beach and wish we would have done our whole trip there instead. Highly recommend this place. Parking was great compared to most that we seen. It really was great. Definitely be staying here again. Grocery store a few minutes away and close to grandfather mountain, which was amazing!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spacious place for our family!
Can't say enough good stuff about this home. Perfect place to gather & also to spread out for our family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milton H., Cedartown , GA , USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for Skiing and Tubing
Located just yards from Sugar Mountain ski and tubing slopes, Icicles Ski Chalet is perfect for a family outing. With 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, a game room, well supplied kitchen and hot tub, this place is awesome. We had a great winter vacation. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022