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Welcome to one of Sugar Mountain's most extraordinary homes — a stunning multi-level retreat perched high in the NC High Country with breathtaking mountain views, resort-caliber amenities, and warm charm that makes guests come back year after year.
Whether you're here to ski, hike, celebrate, or simply exhale at 4,000 feet — this place was built for all of it.

The Views
Wake up, step outside, and there it is — the iconic rocky profile of Grandfather Mountain rising above the valley, painted in morning light. From the deck, the hot tub, the fire pit, even through the great room's floor-to-ceiling windows — stunning mountain views surround you at every turn. Watch the colors shift from sunrise pink to afternoon blue to golden-hour amber. It never gets old. That view from the hot tub at sunset with a cold drink in hand? You'll be talking about it for years.

Five Stunning Outdoor Spaces
Fire Pit Pavilion — The perfect gathering spot for the whole family. Kids can roast marshmallows while adults unwind with a glass of wine, all with breathtaking mountain views as your backdrop. Some of the best memories of the trip will be made right here.
Hot Tub with Mountain Views — A large, covered hot tub on its own private deck with open views of the Blue Ridge. String lights, fresh towels, and pure mountain air. Soaking here at dusk as the sky turns orange behind the ridgeline is as good as it sounds.
Cedar Barrel Sauna ("Almost Heaven") — A premium cedar barrel sauna nestled in the trees with its own dedicated deck, glass-front door, electric heater with stones, wooden bucket and ladle, and ambient interior lighting. Step out refreshed and breathe in that High Country air.
Upper Deck — Outdoor dining for the whole family, a gas grill, and a gas fire table — all with Grandfather Mountain front and center. Grill dinner as the sun drops behind the peak. It doesn't get better than this.
Lower Covered Porch — Additional covered seating with direct hot tub access and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Inside the Home
The great room is spectacular — soaring vaulted pine ceilings, a stone fireplace, and a dramatic wall of floor-to-ceiling windows framing the mountains like a living painting. Multiple plush sofas, Smart TVs with Netflix, and warm natural light make this the perfect gathering space in any season.
The dining room seats the whole family elegantly beneath a chandelier, with a High Country Wine Trail map on the wall to inspire afternoon adventures.
The kitchen is fully loaded: rich dark cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, a waffle maker — and a dedicated coffee bar stocked with a dual-brew coffee maker, flavored Torani syrups, a full mug collection, and everything you need for the perfect mountain morning. A full washer and dryer is on-site for longer stays.

The Bedrooms
Master suite (upstairs) — King bed filled with natural light and peaceful treetop views. A wall-mounted Smart TV, cozy mountain decor, and a serene atmosphere make it a true retreat at the end of the day.
Second bedroom (upstairs) — King bed, Smart TV, and its own full bathroom. A comfortable and private space perfect for a second couple or guests who appreciate a little extra independence.
Third bedroom (downstairs) — This one is a guest favorite. Featuring a king bed, a queen size sleeper sofa, and Smart TV, it comes with a full bathroom and direct access to the deck, hot tub, sauna, and game room — the ultimate setup for families with kids or anyone who wants to step straight from bed into adventure.
Every bathroom is beautifully finished — one with a double granite vanity and ornate mirrors, others with walk-in rain-head showers and rustic timber accents.

The Game Room
Pac-Man arcade cabinet, NBA Jam mini arcade, PlayStation console, large Smart TV with Netflix, electric fireplace, poker set, foosball table, air hockey, Connect Four, and walls covered in NC sports flags (Hurricanes, UNC, NC State, App State). Whether you're up for a serious gaming session or just some friendly competition, this room has it all. Grab the popcorn.

Sugar Mountain — A Four-Season Playground
You couldn't ask for a better home base. Sugar Mountain sits at 4,000–5,300 feet with an average summer high of just 75°F, one of the coolest spots in the South.
Winter — Ski and snowboard Sugar Mountain Resort (minutes away), ice skate, go snow tubing, or snowshoe through the forest. Then come home to the sauna and hot tub.
Spring & Summer — Hike Grandfather Mountain's famous trails including the Mile-High Swinging Bridge, ride the Summit Express chairlift, mountain bike the ski slopes, raft the Watauga River with High Mountain Expeditions, mine gems at Sugar Creek Mining Co., or catch free Wednesday evening concerts at the Golf & Tennis Club.
Fall — Sugar Mountain sees peak fall color earlier than almost anywhere in NC. Watch the ridgeline turn gold and crimson from your own deck, then drive the Blue Ridge Parkway past the Linn Cove Viaduct and Linville Falls.
Year-round — Wine tastings at local mountain wineries, axe throwing, exploring Linville Caverns, shopping the famous Mast General Store, and plenty of dining options just minutes away — from cozy farm-to-table cafés and local coffee shops to steakhouses and Italian bistros, Banner Elk has something for every taste and occasion.

Neighborhood
You're in the heart of Sugar Mountain, one of NC's most beloved High Country destinations sitting at 4,000+ feet elevation. Sugar Mountain Resort — with skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating, and summer mountain biking — is just minutes away. Grandfather Mountain, the iconic landmark visible right from the house, is a short drive for hiking, wildlife viewing, and the famous Mile-High Swinging Bridge. Banner Elk's charming shops, restaurants, and wineries are 10 minutes away, and the Blue Ridge Parkway is easily accessible for scenic drives year-round. With an average summer high of just 75°F, this is truly one of the coolest spots in the South — in every sense of the word.

This home is perfect for:
Large family gatherings · Ski weekends · Friend group getaways · Milestone birthdays & anniversaries · Bachelorette/bachelor retreats · Anyone who wants to wake up to breathtaking mountain views every single morning