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Nestled in the trees of Valle Crucis, NC, Crab Orchard House offers a serene retreat with its expansive rock veranda and mountain creek access. This 2 bedroom home is close to hiking trails, historic sites like the original Mast General Store and Annex and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,036
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

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About this property

Entire place

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

Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace

This High Country getaway is the elegant Crab Orchard House, tucked into the trees down a short gravel road with mountain creek access in Valle Crucis, NC. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers guests plenty of space to relax indoors or outdoors on the expansive rock veranda. The property is ideally located near hiking trails, historic Valle Crucis, the original Mast General Store and Annex, Valle Crucis Park, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery, and the quaint town of Banner Elk. There are two rentals on the property, in addition to the house is the Crab Orchard Guesthouse. Both properties share the driveway/parking area and creek access. Booking both properties together is also an option. Indoor and outdoor wood fireplace work fine. Both indoor gas fireplaces are not functioning.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties! Results in eviction w/ no refund. Required rental agreement. Minimal renter age: 21 y.o. Unauthorized guests will incur $50/guest/day fee
Smoking/handling marijuana in the home will result in a $400 fine. No local rentals allowed, unless approved by host. 3% CC surcharge on all bookings.
Check with us for pet friendly status and fee. No cats! 4WD is recommended in winter months; no refunds due to weather. Quiet hours: 10pm-8am

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $231 pet fee-2 pets max-no cats

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: 2nd bedroom is upstairs with an open stairwell.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Banner Elk is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grandfather Mountain and Grandfather Mountain State Park, while Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and Banner House Museum are cultural highlights. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Turchin Center for the Visual Arts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
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Map
Valle Crucis, NC

What's nearby

  • Beech Mountain Resort
    Beech Mountain Resort
    16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Sugar Mountain ski resort town park with view of ski chair lift slope and beautiful green lush foliage and clouds in North Carolina Blue Ridge Appalachia
    Sugar Mountain Resort
    16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Boone_AppalachianStateUniversity_6172349-4
    Appalachian State University
    17 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Grandfather Mountain
    Grandfather Mountain
    30 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
    4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Appalachia Cookie Company
    13 min drive
  • Circle K
    13 min drive
  • The Pedalin' Pig
    13 min drive
  • Town Tavern of Banner Elk
    12 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria
    24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$1,036, including 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 at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Watauga River. Apple Hill Farm and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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8/10 Good

Ron T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Wonderful home but really has a lot of neglected maintenance. Overgrown yard, windows all need cleaning. Dog hair everywhere on carpets and floors. Driveway seriously eroded. Outdoor area and furniture need deep cleaning and pressure washed. Great location and very well designed home.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025