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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Banner Elk, NC
  • Lees-McRae College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Banner Elk

In Banner Elk .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Flat Top Brewing Company and 2 miles (3 km) of Banner House Museum with a stay here. Lees-McRae College and Banner Elk Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Banner Elk Winery - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Land of Oz - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Banner Elk’s Favorite Cabin in The Trees! A-Frame of Mind! A+location! SO CUTE!

Pack your bags for NC High country and retreat to “A-Frame of Mind!” Everyone in your group is sure to love this freshly updated true log cabin treehouse in the woods of Banner Elk!
Walk to downtown Banner Elk and enjoy all it has to offer... restaurants, breweries, shopping, ice cream and more.The winter sports enthusiasts in your group will be perfectly situated between the high country’s two best ski resorts, Sugar Mtn and Beech Mtn! Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood and sitting high in the trees privacy abounds with this one! Enjoy your morning coffee on the large open deck or a meal prepared from the wonderfully stocked and updated kitchen. Relax with a glass of wine and good book off the master bedroom’s totally private deck! A wood-burning fireplace and complimentary firewood awaits for those chilly mtn evenings!
Beds are comfy with all new mattresses and linens. While the house sleeps 4 adults very comfortably an extra rollaway bed and futon are ready for the younger members of your group!!
A garage is available for our guests and much appreciated on those cold snowy days! High speed wireless internet is available to meet all your needs as well as smart TVs in the living area and both bedrooms.
This rental is the perfect getaway for all whether you just want to relax and stay in with all the comforts of home or enjoy all beautiful Banner Elk and her surrounding areas of the High Country have to offer! Be our guests! We have made it home for you! ~

Thank you for your return to the High Country and for choosing a-Frame of Mind. We are grateful for the support, thoughts and prayers. NC Strong!!!! Banner Elk Strong!!!

*Please note the following
*One set of stairs IS required to enter the home.
*The driveway does have a slight incline but it is paved and very manageable by nearly all of our guests in any type vehicle. It is maintained by a snow plow in the winter when necessary according to winter weather conditions.
*There is one security camera on property. It is located outdoors by the garage and films the driveway only. This is important to us to be able to monitor our home when it is not occupied as well as to monitor winter driveway conditions for our guests. It enables us to know when to call our snowplow guy to come and take care of the driveway . There are no other cameras outside or inside of property.

Property manager

Lisa PolhIll

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Unit size: 1,402 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Banner Elk’s Favorite Cabin in The Trees! A-Frame of Mind! A+location! SO CUTE! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy weekend
This mountain cabin features wrap around decks that are nestled in rhododendron and offer some privacy. It is perfectly situated for a relaxing Banner Elk town visit, a Beech Mt. adventure, and treks into Boone. We enjoyed the games and snacks provided by the host. The house offered everything we were looking for. And the host was very proactively available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Little Cabin in Banner Elk
This cabin is a favorite of ours. This was our second stay here. Each time the owner has always made the check-in and check-out process seamless. She always communicates in a timely manner to make sure you have all you need for your stay in the Banner Elk area. This cabin is conveniently located less than a mile from the Banner Elk town center making it easy drive to our favorite breakfast spot the Banner Elk Cafe. Our favorite feature of the cabin is the fireplace. We sat in front of it for hours just chatting. The owners also make sure you have plenty of wood to burn. We will definitely be heading back to this cabin in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene K., Summerfield, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Mountain Cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in A Frame of Minds that was so easy to get to, first class in comfort, and very pleasing mountain decor that has a very thoughtful host. Plus after experiencing having a garage with a remote opener is now a must have especially in winter. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Cabin was nice, clean just a bit pricey for the size since it is smaller than we thought. Lisa the manager was great to communicate with and had everything ready for us. We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Frame of Mind
All aspects outstanding. Host (Lisa) top shelf in every way. Definitely can’t go wrong staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Properry
The house was amazing. We felt very welcomed, and the extent of necessities left for our use was unparalleled. Even down to coffee and snacks, the owners thought of everything! I would without reservation highly recomend "A Frame of Mind" ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable R&R
We enjoyed this home. It was quiet and comfortable. The layout of the cabin was very workable, and the kitchen seemed to have what you would need to cook a meal, although we did not do so. Hosts provided coffee, tea, and some snacks, which was a very nice touch. We appreciated having the spectrum cable TV as well as a good internet connection. One regret on a warm day was that we could not get windows open, and the screens on the patio doors were not workable. I suppose this does not matter during most seasons, but we would have enjoyed it since outdoor cushions and chairs were wet much of the time we were there. The place had easy access to town, although we did not walk it as we are getting up there in age! Young folks would have no problems. We had a nice relaxing few days. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Lovely cottage, well equipped, grest location
Stayed 37 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

miranda w., Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Whole family had a great time. Property was clean and well appointed. Cute touches with the bears. Good location. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Cabin
Wonderful place. The owner has thought of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we hoped for
Our two week visit was exactly what we were hoping for. The house was very well maintained and had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The proximity to downtown was great and our dog really enjoyed his daily walks along the Greenway Trails. Looking forward to coming back. Thanks.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
As advertised with great owner communication. Will come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than advertised
I can only give 5 stars for this property since 10 is not an available choice. The cabin was all we could have hoped for, and more. A very comfortable and cozy get away, tucked nicely in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. We enjoyed the convenience of being just a short drive from town, and the walk on the nearby Greenway was great. Lisa (the owner) was extremely friendly and accommodating... the personalized welcome to our family left for us on the kitchen table was an especially thoughtful touch. We would most certainly look to this property again and again for future trips to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
We really enjoyed the cabin. It was peaceful and private. Accommodations were as stated. The cabin was well stocked and very clean. We had a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cabin
Cabin is tucked away in the woods but not far from the store or restaurants, best of both worlds! Clean and was already stocked with firewood and all the other supplies we needed for our stay. Lisa was very helpful during the process and answered any questions we had along the way. Will definitely be staying here again on our next trip to the mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient & Cozy
Nice cabin, close to town…walking distance to park and restaurants. Owners were very accommodating, allowing us to check in early. Special touches (basket of snacks, fans in both bedrooms for white noise, cute plush bears on the kids beds) made our stay with kids even better!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost Spring
We were looking to buy property in the Banner Elk area and wanted to stay centrally located. A Frame of Mind was perfect as we scoured the entire area by car and were able to walk downtown to Banner Elk. The cabin was spotless and comfy. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P., Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Spring Break Ever
A Frame of Mind was the perfect location for our family's spring break. We travelled from Tampa with our family of 4 and our pup (we were so grateful and excited we could bring him). Lisa was so helpful before, providing information on check-in, the home and the town. Check-in itself was a breeze. The driveway, however, is not for the faint of heart, especially at night lol But once we got more comfortable with it, it wasn't a big deal and gave us a great daily workout after walks. Lisa left the sweetest welcome, including snacks which the kids loved. The house is so well-equipped, especially for families (baby gear, eating utensils, board games and puzzles, etc.). The house is super clean and had everything we needed. We loved the fireplace and spent lots of time snuggling in front of it and watching movies. The home is within walking distance of the greatest greenway which included a playground, room to run, a dog park, and a creek the kids loved playing in. We loved Still Waters, Banner Elk Tap Room, the arcade and the ice cream shop. We skied at Beech Mountain, visited Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls, Mast General Store, Sugar Creek Gem Mine, etc. We truly had the most wonderful vacation and it was thanks to Lisa and her beautiful home. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
If there was ever a VRBO property that was deserving of a 5-star rating, this is it. Perfection.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cabin
Location is great. Peaceful and quiet. Minutes from town. Cabin itself is wonderful. The owner has thought of everything. We personally have never stayed at VRBO so well equipped. Owner checked on us a couple to ensure everything was perfecr for us. And she was always available to answer any questions. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great place couldn’t have been better!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigid B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Banner Elk
We had a great visit. The cabin has everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
These Hosts have Thought of Everything!
Our family of 5 enjoyed this splendid A-Frame hill-top cabin located within a short drive or walk to the best stops in Banner Elk! The owners/hosts have done an outstanding job of providing all the necessities for wary travelers! Everything was clean, thoughtfully organized, and included a complimentary snack basket, coffee. and hot cocoa! Also, not having to contend with the hassle of washing towels/linens that were provided, allowed for more family vacation time and activities! Thank you so much Lisa!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best!!
Such a beautiful, clean house and a great stay! We went in January with our little dog and enjoyed the (real) fireplace and the comfy sitting areas. Beds were all comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped. The garage was a super perk. Very quiet and private. Plan to revisit in the spring/summer to enjoy the expansive decks. Lisa is the best host - very responsive & caring. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024