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Serenity Now ski-in/ski-out condo on the slopes with gorgeous mountain views
Bee Branch 35
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You’re close to the action in any season at this ski-in/ski-out Bee Branch 35 condo on Sugar Mountain. Ideally situated only steps from hiking trails, mountain biking, and Sugar Mountain Resort with seasonal activities including an outdoor skating rink, snow tubing, tennis, and golf. Unwind by the stone fireplace after dinner prepared in the cozy kitchen with newly updated appliances or relax with your morning coffee on the balcony in the peaceful surroundings and take in the mountain views while listening to the soft babbling of the nearby creek. This family-friendly slopeside condo is a perfect escape for any season.
THINGS TO KNOW Free WiFi is featured in this home. This rental is not equipped with air-conditioning. 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 manager
Vacasa of North Carolina
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Optional ski privileges
Ski-in/ski-out access
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the condo: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Optional ski privileges
Ski-in/ski-out access
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 and a first aid kit
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 required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
25115
About the neighborhood
NC, Sugar Mountain
What's nearby
Sugar Mountain Resort - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
Lees-McRae College - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Hawksnest Tubing Park - 17 min drive - 13.4 km
Grandfather Mountain - 20 min drive - 10.2 km
Beech Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 14.9 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Blind Elk Tap Room - 9 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 9 min drive
5506' Skybar - 19 min drive
Kettell Beerworks - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Serenity Now ski-in/ski-out condo on the slopes with gorgeous mountain views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Serenity Now ski-in/ski-out condo on the slopes with gorgeous mountain views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Serenity Now ski-in/ski-out condo on the slopes with gorgeous mountain views?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Serenity Now ski-in/ski-out condo on the slopes with gorgeous mountain views located?
Located in the mountains, this slopeside Banner Elk condo building offers ski-in/ski-out access within 2 mi (3 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort and Linville River and close to winter activities such as sledding. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Serenity Now ski-in/ski-out condo on the slopes with gorgeous mountain views Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
meredith o.
Dec 18, 2023
Great Get-away ski trip
We loved the cond. Great accommodations and accurate listing!
meredith o.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
lori n.
Jan 27, 2024
Family Ski Trip
Great location and comfortable. Could use updating but fine for us and our purpose of skiing.
lori n.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Quentin R., Raleigh, NC USA
Feb 27, 2024
Good ski views
Good property, a little updating wouldn't hurt.
Quentin R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay
Tyler C.
Apr 1, 2024
Could have cleaned better
Views , access , short walk to slopes
Tyler C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Keith S.
Jan 21, 2023
Perfect location
It’s right at the base of the resort. You can ski down to the lifts with ease.
Keith S.
10/10 Excellent
Whitney D., Wilmington, NC
Dec 23, 2023
Great no-frills slope side condo
This property has a wonderful location with opportunities to ski-in/ski-out from Sugar Mountain slopes. The kitchen had the supplies we needed for basic cooking. There were plenty of beds, though they weren't particularly comfortable. While this place isn't fancy, it met our family's ski vacation needs.
Whitney D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Kirk I.
Feb 7, 2024
Place needed dusting and we had no wash clothes
The view
Kirk I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Ann A.
Mar 21, 2023
Ski Sugar Mountain
The property was very well located for ski-in, ski-out IF there is lots of snow. Otherwise it’s a walk to the slope and rental shack. Also you have to climb stairs to get to this 3rd floor condo.
Small kitchen, no room to store our groceries, old appliances.
Too many useless throw pillows on the beds and empty duvet covers that didn’t make sense.
Otherwise, great patio area overlooking slopes, comfortable dining, seating and sleeping areas.
Ann A.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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6/10 Okay
Randa B.
Mar 26, 2024
Perfect location, not the perfect condo
You get what you pay for. You get what is advertised. The proximity to Sugar Mountain and the ski in, ski out feature is great. We bought our lift tickets in advance, put our skis on and a short walk and you’re on the slopes skiing on the green in no time. It was easy to park at the condo and it was easy to drive to Sugar Mountain and park if you wanted. We were able to use the kitchen to cook and it was very well stocked I would say. We did like the fact that they were plenty of places to hang coats and ski gear.
A few negatives… The place smells of old cigarette smoke, the beds are uncomfortable, as well as the sheets. The carpet was old and dingy. The showers were old and tile was cracked and a little moldy in spots. There is only one TV in the living room, which is not convenient if you have kids wanting to go to their own rooms and watch TV before going to bed.
This place needs a major update.
Randa B.
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6/10 Okay
Jeremy F.
Dec 7, 2022
Almost all the basics
This is an aging little chalet space in need of some updates and repairs. Sugar Mountain is a fine location and this overlooks the resorts ski lifts. The location is convenient to area activities.
Jeremy F.
10/10 Excellent
Ksenia P., Cary, NC
Oct 10, 2022
Clean and cozy condo
In general, everything was very good. I was very happy to find an electrical kettle in the kitchen! It would’ve been nice to have a toaster in the kitchen and a soap bar in every bathroom (we only found one), but, overall, everything was great. Thank you for the cozy stay!
Ksenia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good
Meg W.
Feb 20, 2022
Winter Break
Great location. Lots of room. Small kitchen. Clean. Loved looking out the window at the slopes and being able to walk down without the parking and lines.
Meg W.
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8/10 Good
Seth R.
Feb 12, 2022
Good location
Great view of the slopes maybe a 50 yard walk to get on the green slopes had a 5 year old and a 3 year old handled it just fine there are some steps to get into the room but not to bad room was about par for sugar mtn
Seth R.
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8/10 Good
Ryan H.
Jan 31, 2022
We'll be back!
Great location in the building and in relation to the mountain. The 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths were and are perfect for our family. This was probably the coldest weekend of the season and year, not one issue with the heat in the unit, other than it worked so well we had to keep it very low. We will try and stay here when we come back for sure.
Ryan H.
10/10 Excellent
Ruby H.
Oct 31, 2021
Handicap accessible
Was thinking access was ground level. Realized upon arrival I had to climb stairs. Took awhile, but I managed. If there is no place to check on potential handicapped guests, they need to know ahead of time. Found out the day of arrival and too late to switch. If it was on accommodations, I did not see it.
Ruby H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
margaret g.
Oct 25, 2021
Had a blast
We had so much fun , clean and quite . Enough room for all of us , so Impressed, three bedrooms and three baths!
margaret g.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
8/10 Good
Kathy W.
Oct 11, 2021
First time
Very pleased with property, turns out it was in walking distance of Octoberfest. Very small but adequate kitchen. Rooms were as expected. Would definitely stay again. Very quiet.
Kathy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ksenia P.
Oct 6, 2021
Clean and cozy apartment!
Thank you!
Ksenia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good
Jonni S.
Sep 8, 2021
Nice place
The pictures are slightly different from the actual condo. The kitchen is very small...two people max! It was a little difficult to find. GPS was not terribly helpful. I'm glad my sister was already there and could talk me in.
LOVED the location! LOVED the view! LOVED the sound of the creek that runs behind the condo! Slept 6 comfortably! I would recommend staying here.
Jonni S.
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8/10 Good
Cherie V.
Feb 26, 2021
Family Trip
Unit was well equipped, furniture was updated and our problems were resolved quickly (clogged master bath sink, pilot light out on the fireplace). Did not like the glasses kept in the "wall cabinet" they had a strange/old smell. Refrigerator did not cool very well. However, a great walk to the steps that led to the slopes. Unit warms up quickly (if you're cold). I bet it's warm in there in the summer time... Kitchen had everything we needed (minus dishwashing detergent for the dishwasher). Lots of sleeping spaces-great time with the family.
Cherie V.
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10/10 Excellent
James A.
Feb 1, 2021
Great Location...but dated interior
Likes: We loved the location and how easy it was to get to the slopes. Plenty of room and 3 full baths. Plenty of pillows and a great gas fireplace.
Dislikes: No paper towels, no trash bags, no 1st night of coffee, 1/4 roll of toilet paper left in each bathroom with 1 full roll left for all 3 bathrooms. I had to drive in bad weather to go get toilet paper, coffee, and paper towels. I would have brought them with me had I known prior to arrival. I have rented places like this before and typically they leave enough supplies to get you started for at least a day.
James A.
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8/10 Good
Betsy P.
Jul 19, 2020
Good budget-friendly option
The condo is in a nice location. We did a lot of hiking and biking during our stay and found that we were really close to trails (especially the Profile Trail on Grandfather Mountain and downhill mountain biking on Sugar Mountain). We were just a short drive from away from a lot of great hikes along the Blueridge Parkway. With 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, the condo was also larger than other units we had looked at that were similar in price. As a family of 5 it was nice to have a 3rd bedroom (as opposed to have a child on a sleeper sofa) and a 3rd bathroom.
The furnishings (furniture, carpet, kitchen cabinets and appliances) are worn and dated, but the photos are accurate, and we were aware of that when we booked. There is no air conditioning, which worried us somewhat since we were coming in mid-July. When we first walked in about 4:30 in the afternoon, it was uncomfortably warm in the unit and I was worried we had made a big mistake. But we opened all of the windows, and it cooled down quickly. We slept with the windows open, and by the next morning, it was even cool enough that we put on long sleeves. Throughout our stay, we kept the windows open during the cooler parts of the day and that kept it a comfortable temperature inside. The daytime highs were in the 80s.
The unit was clean, although the older furnishings do distract from the "clean" feeling. We cooked every night and found the kitchen adequate for cooking. Some of the pans and utensils are obviously well-used. The appliances are old, but it was nice to have a dishwasher and a washer and dryer.
We also enjoyed sitting on the patio and watching the mountain bikers go up and down the mountain.
So overall, the unit is worn and dated, but it was clean and a good value.
Betsy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Beth B.
Feb 14, 2020
Ski Weekend Perfection
We stayed for a long weekend which was the busiest ski weekend so far this season. To be able to walk down from the place and be right on the slope was priceless. We avoided the crowds at the lodge, didn't have to rent a locker, didn't have to worry about parking, and we were able to easily go back to the condo to take a break. I can't say enough about the convenience and location! Also, the view is amazing, the rooms are comfortable and there was plenty of room to relax. I would highly recommend - I know I will definitely be back!!
Beth B.
4/10 Poor
Jill P.
Jan 18, 2020
Liked: Listing accuracy
Worn and outdated but nice view of slopes
Nice view of slopes but too worn and outdated. Good for college students but not clean enough for adults. Adequate beds and supplies. TV was broken and wasn’t fixed during our stay.
Jill P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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4/10 Poor
Jill P.
Jan 4, 2020
Liked: Listing accuracy
Worn, dated unit with nice slopes view
The view of the slopes and fireplace are best features. Worn dirty living room furniture and carpet.. Dated 70s decor. Moderately clean otherwise.