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Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River

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In the charming Valle Crucis community, Orchid Cabin is a cozy retreat nestled on a hillside. As you step inside, warm up by the wood-burning fireplace in the living room or gather around for quality time with friends. The kitchen and dining area offer seating for eight and feature stainless appliances and granite counters.

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7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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

Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River

Welcome to Orchid Cabin, in the charming Valle Crucis community. Enjoy your evenings on the balcony listening to the music from the nearby Mast Farm Inn. Enjoy the playground, paved walking paths, or trout fishing in the Valle Crucis Community Park only half a mile down the road. Next to the park is the famous Mast General Store Annex.

Situated on the hillside, Orchid Cabin has an entrance on the main level and also one directly to the lower level. At the main entrance, you'll find a small back patio. Inside, the cozy living room focuses on the wood-burning fireplace with sofa and chairs. A TV let's you watch your favourite show, or just gather around and catch up with friends. The kitchen and dining is nearby with stainless appliances, granite counters, and seating for up to eight.

Three queen bedrooms are on the main level. To one side of the living area is a queen suite with tiled shower. Across the living room are two more queen bedrooms with a jack and jill bath between them. Double vanities offer space for your belongings. There is a narrow spiral staircase with gate leading you downstairs. Pets, little ones, and those with mobility access will want to use caution, but there is a center pole and grab bars to steady oneself all the way down. Once down, you'll find the lower den with wood stove and a second living space, including a twin bed with twin trundle underneath in the corner. Off of the den are a queen bedroom and a small bonus space with a set of twin over twin bunks. A third full bathroom and laundry center on are on the lower level, as well.

Additional Notes:
- This home allows one dog for an additional rent of $25 per night plus taxes. Pets other than dogs are not permitted.
- AWD/4WD or chains will be needed in times of snow or ice. The driveway is steep, but paved. The last 75yrds before the driveway is a narrow, gravel road. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or up to a week in advance. You'll receive two, kiln-dried packs of firewood plus a firestarter for $25 per night plus tax.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.
- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
- This homeowner uses exterior security cameras. One camera is at the driveway as you pull up to the house and the other on the left side of the home facing away from the hot tub

CANCELLATION POLICY -
Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled between 15-29 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of he deposit.
Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest.
All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

578564

About the area

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
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Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Boone_AppalachianStateUniversity_6172349-4
    Appalachian State University
    13 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Ever wonder where the Land if Oz is? It is in Beech Mountain, N.C.! This former amusement park opens twice a year - in June for the Journey with Dorothy and in September for Autumn at Oz. 

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#Adventure
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#trovember
    Beech Mountain Resort
    19 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Watauga River
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Appalachia Cookie Company
    10 min drive
  • South End Brewing - Boone
    12 min drive
  • Circle K
    8 min drive
  • Lost Province Brewing Company
    12 min drive
  • Rivers Street Ale House
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orchid Cabin- Wonderful 4bd/3ba w/Foosball, pet friendly, near Original Mast General, River located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Watauga River and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Hound Ears Golf Club and Foggy Mountain Gem Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Cleanliness

8.6

Location

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8/10 Good

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Ski Trip

Great location for a family ski trip. The home was very comfortable and larger than expected. Had a few issues with the booking with having pets, but those issues were eventually worked out ahead of time. A few issues with the home - no instructions for anything. Lights were a little funky to figure out, but no big deal. Hot tub needs clear directions, dish washer did not work. Had to ask for instructions for check-out. Those are things that will get worked out as I understood a new rental for the management company. Overall- this is a very relaxing house with room to spread out. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the area and the house
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a large family

This home was clean, well appointed, and conveniently located to several skiing mountains. We had a great stay. Lots of brand new appliances, dishes, etc. It exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

April C.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Upon arrival, the property had no running water. Despite multiple calls, no one returned that evening, and water was still not restored after 2 p.m. the next day. We went nearly 24 hours without water—unable to shower or flush toilets—which caused 10 people to cancel paid morning ski activities. Maintenance later told us the power line to the water heater had been cut over a month prior and never repaired. The microwave did not work and began smoking, downstairs was too cold for children, and a power line had to be run through a bedroom to restore water. The advertised game room was misleading (non-working TV and one foosball table), and rat droppings were found in cooking pots. No follow-up was ever provided. Extremely disappointing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026