Perched near the top of Sugar Mountain, Skyleaf Villa 801 offers a cozy retreat with a covered balcony and stone front fireplace. Enjoy mountain views, prep meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and connect with friends using free WiFi.
Reviews
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails
Skyleaf Villa 801
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This rustic villa near the top of Sugar Mountain features an incredible mountain and valley view starring the profile of Beech Mountain. The lovely covered balcony is an extension of the living space, itself sporting a corner-set stone front fireplace. Sip on a beverage and enjoy the crackle of the wood fire in the evening after prepping a meal in the fully equipped kitchen. And hang out with friends and family because this villa can sleep up to six with a queen in the master bedroom, 2 twins in the guest room and a sleeper sofa in the living room. Close to all attractions and amenities including Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, golf and tennis. You can even pick up the hiking and biking trails from this neighborhood.
What's nearby: Sugar Mountain Resort is just a short drive from this condo, where you'll find an outdoor skating rink, snow tubing, mountain bike tours and a full golf course. There are plenty of restaurants close by, including The Pedalin’ Pig and Elevations Restaurant. Sightseeing is plentiful in this area as well, such as the Foggy Mountain Gem Mine, Mile High Swinging Bridge and Grandfather State Park.
Things to know: No Cable TV Full Kitchen No A/C Free WiFi 4WD vehicles may be required in winter months
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
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 amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Optional ski privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Golf
Optional ski privileges
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
Property is also known as
25204
About the area
Located in Banner Elk, this condo is in the mountains. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
Is Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails on Mar 10, 2026 start from CA $93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails located?
Situated in the mountains, this condo building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Linville River. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Sugar Mountain villa w/mountain & valley views, wood fireplace & close to trails Reviews
Reviews
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our weekend at this property. Our favorite part was the wood burning fireplace. Will be back!!
Ashley
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Penny C.
Sep 24, 2024
Wonderful view
The “decor” and appliances could be updated but that didn’t keep us from LOVING the condo. The wall of windows and view were beyond words. We will definitely stay there again.
Penny C.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Belinda N.
Oct 31, 2024
Comfy and cozy
The view is awesome. You can see mountains valleys and Sugar Mt ski slop. Planning on renting again from Vacasa but next time I want to be beside the slope....come on February.
It was clean condo, but needs some renovation. (Sofa in living room is scratched on the side by a dog, I think)
Management sent us the wrong door code, so please check it before you come here- it should be 4 digits.
Also, Google map gives the wrong directions for the last 0.5 mile. To reach the location, you need to take a right at the fork on Shelter Rock circle and continue to Skyleaf Dr. If you see a gate with code lock-go back about 0.25 mile
Overall, it was a nice stay. A clean condo with a beautiful view from the balcony.
Pros: Easy to access, beautiful views, well appointed, comfortable beds, no weird smells.
Cons: Dirty. Dust so thick on the bookshelf I could draw in it. Very moldy shower curtain liner. Obvious leak in shower ceiling/wall. Very old, matted and stained carpet. A little TLC would go a long way.
Amy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
4/10 Poor
jeff t.
Dec 29, 2021
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Worn out and dated
Property is in poor condition. The only positives were the view and the fireplace Everything is very dated. Furniture is worn out. Sofa sleeper is terrible with a bar in your back the entire night.
Carpet in both bathrooms…gross. We put towels down. Owner needs to seriously update all flooring, furniture, hvac etc.
Do not recommend this place.
jeff t.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Hunter L.
Feb 7, 2022
Great place to stay!
The view was phenomenal! Facilities were dated but that wasn’t an issue! Would definitely stay here again!
Hunter L.
8/10 Good
Jason G.
Nov 4, 2021
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Application State vs Coastal Game
Hard to find, needs to be updated. View is outstanding.
Jason G.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
2/10 Terrible
Joshua S., Huntersville, NC, US
Nov 3, 2021
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Bad Experience
The condo is very dated, more so than the pictures make it seem. This is acceptable except that some things don't work, such as the entry light dial switch that had fallen off and multiple of the room heaters didn't work.
We got to the condo late after a cold and rainy hike and were ready for a nice warm shower, but when we went to take a shower there was no hot water. And being 45 degrees outside, the water was extremely cold. I found the breaker panel and noticed that a breaker labelled WH was OFF, so I flipped it to ON. This had not tripped off, but was fully in the OFF position intentionally. So we waited another 30 minutes and were both able to take lukewarm shower.
That was the biggest issue while we were there (other than the group of people above us who stayed up drinking and dancing all night except about 3 hours from 3:30am-6:30am. (Not Vacasa’s issue). But as we were leaving we realized that we both had multiple (10+) bug bites. I can only assume that these must be from bed bugs since it was too cold for mosquitos and I did not notice any mosquitos anyway, and the bites are in groups like bed bugs are known to do. I looked at the bed sheets to look for bed bugs and didn't see any since they are small and hide well, but did see evidence of them being there (tiny blood marks along the ridges of the bed sheets and mattress). Hopefully the bed bugs only did their damage at the condo and did not follow us back to our house on clothes/etc.
Would not recommend.
Joshua S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Alexander M.
Oct 14, 2021
Great Views and peaceful atmosphere
Great communication from Vacasa and the property manager. Very quiet getaway and exciting views.
Alexander M.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
2/10 Terrible
Nicholas W.
Oct 5, 2021
Ok
This place had a wonderful view and I always had a phone signal. I didn’t love my stay here however. It is very outdated with stains on the chairs, stains on the walls, dust and cobwebs on much of the walls and wall hangings. There was a lot of noise from the upstairs unit on the weekends. The bathrooms were clean and the kitchen was stocked fairly well with utensils and such, which is nice when you’re there for an extended stay. Having a washer and dryer in the unit is also a nice plus.
Nicholas W.
10/10 Excellent
Abbas M.
Jul 11, 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Amazing trip
The location of the property is excellent. It has a breadth taking view of the mountains from the balcony. All the conveniences and sight seeing places, trails, Blue Ridge mountain parkway are very close by.
The unit needed to be thoroughly cleaned especially carpets and sofas. The utensils (pots and pans) needs to be replaced as they were very dirty and scratched. The main lock needs to be replaced as we could not lock it from inside. This was reported but was not taken care of until we left. These are small things but the location is so superb that we overlooked all other things.
Abbas M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
2/10 Terrible
PAmela W.
May 11, 2021
Over priced
The extra fees on top of the price should be stop . This property did not have batteries in the bedroom remote . It kept making a scary sound through out the night coming from the walls and it’s overprice and dated.
PAmela W.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Travis M.
Feb 20, 2021
A lovely stay, a comfortable place
The apartment was exactly what it looks like in the pictures. The view is gorgeous and even though the furnishings are old, we knew that in advance and were comfortable. The only reason that I am not giving 5 stars is because there was no firewood to start a fire. We got in very late and had been looking forwards to a cozy evening by the fireplace and were very disappointed to find not a single piece of wood inside or outside. We feel that Vacasa should make that clear as the pictures clearly indicate the presence of firewood. We would definitely come again though.
Travis M.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
2/10 Terrible
David H.
Jan 18, 2021
Sky leaf Villa #801
View and location were second to none.
General condition of property was poor, out-dated, and in disrepair. A/V equipment was strewn about with wires haphazardly draped on walls, counters, etc.
Property needs a facelift to put it nicely. With some much-needed TLC, this property has the potential to be a slam dunk.
David H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
6/10 Okay
Katie B.
Nov 23, 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Not following Covid-19 precautions, and other safety concerns
Walking up to the door I was struck by the great views, so the first thing I looked at when I walked in was the sliding glass door to the balcony. It was covered in child size handprints and foggy smears of who knows what. If you have kids, you know what this looks like, but you also know how gross it is. It usually involves child drool. It is unsanitary that this wasn’t cleaned, especially during a pandemic.
My kids found 2 pills on the floor in their room! Most likely ibuprofen that had been dropped but it shows the floor had not been vacuumed or inspected. I’m thankful they are old enough to know not to touch things like that.
In the bedroom with twin beds there is a sign that says do not put anything up against the baseboard heater, yet we noticed the bed was pushed right up against it. The headboard has a burn mark on it from this! We opted not to use the heat in that room because the placement of the bed did not feel safe.
The pictures make this place look a lot nicer than it is. The beds were comfortable though. Clean linens and the kitchen and bathrooms seemed clean.
Katie B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Nov 19, 2020
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Sugar Mountain
It was a great location with an outstanding view. The accommodations were dirty and the furnishings were old and ragged. The kitchen and baths was filthy.
This place has a great view!
There were some safety issues here, though: in the parking lot, there is a big drop off Between the parking space block and unit that is totally invisible at night. Backing up and then getting out to unpack is extremely dangerous. The shower hand rail in the first bathroom was not at all secured. My husband took it upon himself to secure it. And the toilet seat in that bathroom was askewed. The towel rack fell off the wall and my husband secured it also. If these things were addressed, we may recommend this place for others to stay.
Jennifer Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sarah N.
Sep 20, 2020
Relaxing Wonderful Stay
Town is great, condo is great, wine is great. All is great.
Been in many ski resorts and condos, only this one HAD NO CABLE TV! The Kitchen utensils were few and damaged.Cannot cook with Teflon scratched frying pans. The front door lock does not work unless it is locked. Only a small breeze will force the door to open without assistance.
The property we had rented became unavailable. Vacasa who manages the property was most helpful in finding a similar property for our stay. We had a great time and enjoyed out stay.