I wish there were more stars for this place. I, and the…read moreother 20 people on my bike tour, stayed at the Banner Elk Best Western during Hurricane Helene. I cannot say enough about how well the manager, Shannon Maness, and her staff looked after us during our stay - amazing people!

I flew in to help assist with families and kids during hurricane Helene. What shannon and her team…read moredid here/continuing to do during this time for the community is heroic. This team has put up linemen, relief workers, and community members. They are open for food, donations, supplies and more all while still trying to maintain their facility, fix plumbing issues, and other things. Stephanie at the front desk was lovely and kind, and all the staff we encountered were great. Rooms were spacious and clean. Located close to some shops and restaurants. If I ever come down to Banner Elk again I'd support this business again! Thankful for people like them during a time of need! restores your faith in humanity!

Great location for the area. Comfortable stay with good amenities and solid value. Great views from…read moreeither side of the building. Stayed via Airbnb

Fantastic sunsets and views. Summertime temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s are great. Love…read morethis place. Martin

My family and I came at the very end of season- end of March. Luckily there was still some man-made…read moresnow available and we were able to enjoy our time. The staff were all nice with us, especially the guys at the first lift to the easy slopes, and the guy at the bunny slope. He helped my young daughter and gave us kind smiles. Prices were fair, and it offered a nice, long easy slope for beginners. Great place for first timers, and there are also challenging slopes for the experienced skiers. I liked it here and would come again.

Sugar Mountain Ski resort is a no-frills ski mountain, so if you're expecting a ski town vibe like…read moreBreckenridge, you'll be disappointed. Sugar is no pressure, most people out here look like they're beginners. We enrolled our kids in ski lessons through the ski/snowboard school. The instructors were patient, kid-friendly, and knowledgeable. Kids had a blast. Kids also went tubing, which they enjoyed. Both tubing and ski lessons must be booked in advance, and for ski school it's best to pick up rental equipment the day before to avoid long lines. Kids get a cubby at the ski school, so send them with a bottle of water and an extra snack if they're doing the ski school from 10 AM to 3 PM. Parents can watch their kids while in school from the upper deck or stay warm in the cafeteria. Upstairs is Last Run Lounge (adults only). The resort does get pretty crowded for its size, so plan accordingly. Parking fills up fast, leaving early helps. You're allowed to bring your own food and drinks, though there are food options available for purchase on site. Pro tips: wear sunblock and UV-protective sunglasses or ski goggles (even as a spectator). Bring cash (single dollar bills) tip the shuttle drivers. Overall, Sugar Mountain is a practical, beginner-friendly option that works well if you plan ahead and manage expectations.

We stayed at Blue Ridge Village (BRV) in the last week of March and it was our first visit. We…read moreenjoyed our time, check in was easy and the staff was friendly. Our room was great with no issues, everything worked fine and there was plenty of space for all 5 of us, 3 boys, 10, 7 & 4. To see a video of our 1 bedroom villa check out my video on YouTube (https://youtu.be/hBiVuzv7HB8). The bedroom was huge and the walk in closest good honesty be a study or they could make the 1 bedroom into two with a smaller closest, plus the bathroom was huge as well, seriously watch the video. We were thankful we had a view of the lake and the mountains, I believe all rooms face the lake somehow, but doesn't mean they all have a view of the lake. The resort is being refurbished, so there is some construction going on, and they recently got rid of the pool (there are plans for a new one). There are also plans for a new miniature golf course (this is very needed), the one they have now is in dire need of retirement. When the weather is warmer you can take out paddle boats and there are also tennis courts and some nice pavilions with grills and even a blue tooth speaker, the fire pit behind the hospitality house is very impressive and very secluded would be a great place or a relaxing evening. We took advantage of the hammocks by the lake and enjoyed relaxing in them too. We loved all the little touches around the resort and once all the construction is done it's going to be even better. The hospitality house has free coffees, and lots of movies and games you could rent out, there was also an activity center that has fun stuff going on everyday. BRV is in a great location about 20 minutes from downtown Boone, 5 minute from downtown Banner Elk, very close to two or three ski resorts and 15 minutes from GrandFather mountain. Asheville 1.5 hours away too, so it's doable for a day trip as is the Biltmore. There is so much more to do than what I've mentioned, plenty of places to hike and explore. breweries, wineries, stores, good restaurants and attractions. You'll love your time here and can't wait to see the updates they make to BRV, I'm sure I'll give it a 5 star when those changes are made. Enjoy your visit and we look forward to visiting again soon, the 2 bedrooms and the loft units look awesome.

Banner Elk is an area that is in the mountains nice any time of the year. It has a variety of…read morethings to do , and great places to eat!

First time visiting Beech Mountain during their summer concert series. Went and seen Lord Huron…read moreperform. We arrived somewhat early and was able to park in the lots at the gate; shuttle options are available as well. I was a little thrown off with how many buildings were closed. One of the breweries, so there was only one with food open and it was super crowded. No other food was accessible without having to wait until the music festival opened up. Once we got inside the venue area, where were a good amount of food trucks lined up. Early is always the key; shorter lines, quicker service. The lawn seating for the concert was first come first serve. You just found a good spot and pitched your chairs. Everyone is pretty nice about not over crowding or moving your items. The speakers from the stage could have been a little better. Sounded like they were going to blow the speakers through some of the songs. Nice chill evening after the rain. Beautiful view behind the stage. Bring a coat cause the mountains are mountains for a reason. Cold and scattered rain

I haven't been skiing in forever, and because our holiday cruise fell through, we chose to do a ski…read moretrip that was within driving distance to Atlanta, GA. Little did I know, or maybe I just forgot, that my girlfriend frequented ski resorts growing up, but hasn't been in over a decade. Having done extensive research, I chose Beech Mountain. This is a resort town and the surrounding areas felt like we weren't in the U.S. The quaint village was so welcoming and relaxing and it was amazing to hear several different languages at this resort - Ukrainian, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and more. We arrived after it had snowed so it was the perfect winter escape. I recommend renting your equipment, if you don't already have yours. We chose White Wolf lodge to rent our skis, poles, and boots and the process was quick and the workers were friendly. Heading to the mountains, we decided to do the twilight and the entire resort and property felt like a real vacation overseas vacation. They had various buildings and houses that operated as standalone restaurants, rental shops, and more. Additionally, we were so excited to be there we didn't realize we got on the wrong lift that took us up to the very top for a black diamond slope. Because I haven't been skiing as much as my girlfriend, I took her lead and followed her, which was a big mistake. Let's just say I have never had more fun then wiping out face first in front of experience skiers and snowboarders. Once we eventually made it down the slope we found a more user friendly slope that we conquered with perfection and then we upgraded to intermediate slope. We continued skiing for several hours and the night time views from the lift were stunning. The pictures here don't begin to reveal how beautiful it was. SIDE NOTE: for any beginning skiers, it is not as intimating as you may think. Just be confident, listen to instructions, and by all means don't be afraid to fall.

5 bedroom, 3.5 baths on one acre. Amenities include pool table, fully equipped kitchen, two 12 x…read more36' covered porches, hot tub and firepit. Close to all the top ski resorts of the High Country. In the summer this location provides easy access to Valle Crucis, Banner Elk's park with its many activities. Great cabin. Great location.

Excellent property! The owners keep it very clean. It is perfectly rustic with a breathtaking view…read moreof the mountains! My mom and step dad have stayed here many times before, but this was my first time. It was very cozy and welcoming. As much as I liked adventuring while I was there, I always enjoyed going back to the condo to rest.

It's a nice unit 4605 feet elevation with a beautiful view off the balcony. 103A is a two level…read moreunit with the master upstairs with a huge bathroom and loft area with a pull out couch. There's a fireplace too but we didn't use it, washer and dryer, and no air conditioning, but we didn't need it. King size beds in both bedrooms. Little things like a balcony door not locking, bedroom door misaligned so it didn't close properly, remote control inoperable due to not the same as tv, and coil style stove caused deduction of one star. Pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and exercise room, along with game room with pool table, ping pong table, Foosball table, and two gaming tvs on site as well.

We enjoyed our stay. We did stay in one of the refurbished buildings so there was no…read moreJacuzzi in our unit. However, we did enjoy the heated pool in the game building one evening. It did need to be cleaned but we swam anyway. The main comwas there were little bugs in the water. But we pushed them away and enjoyed it. The room was clean, and we felt safe. The drive up to the resort is twisting and curving and a bit unnerving.. however!! What else do you expect in the mountains!!?? We enjoyed our weekend and even lit a fire in the fireplace twice!! We had a lovely time and were thrilled to wake up to see Grandfather Mountain right out our living room!! We enjoyed our stay.

Five stars all-around! For $100 a night you get a beautiful suite with a jacuzzi, a fireplace, a…read moreliving room, kitchen, and bedroom. What a beautiful spot in the mountains. It is not really a "bed and breakfast", per-se, but more of a locally owned inn. There was, however, coffee, cereal and popcorn in our suite. The lobby is adorned with antiques. There is a really sweet dog wandering around the property named Cuddles, who belongs to the owners. It felt so warm, inviting, and comfortable and I wished we were there for more than just one night. Mid-October proved to be the perfect time to visit. There were colors on trees that I never knew existed in nature. There was a walking trail that started across the street from the inn. It paralleled a small trickling brook. I half-expected unicorns to be grazing in the grass nearby. The town of Banner Elk is off the beaten-path. There are winding roads leading to Banner Elk, up the side of the mountain that leave even the strongest of stomachs feeling queasy. The town has zip-lining, horseback riding, and a million antique shops. The raison d'etre per our trip was to eat at Artisanal, which is a mere five minutes from Little Main Street Inn & Suites. After our delicious dinner at said venue, my travel companion and I sat in rocking chairs on the front porch, sipping whisky, smoking a cigar, and talking for hours into the evening. It was a bit brisk outside on this autumn evening, and nothing was more inviting than the fireplace and the jacuzzi in our suite, after we got back inside. (This sounds very "Poconos" as I type it. But it's not really tacky like that. No heart-shaped tub. No vibrating bed for a quarter per fifteen minutes. A little more classy than such. Think the Poconos without the kitsch. And instead of PA, think NC.) At any rate, I would highly highly HIGHLY recommend this inn. It is beautiful. Friendly service. Comfortable accommodations. There are rainbows and butterflies everywhere. And a unicorn grazing in the pasture, if you're very lucky.

Thin blankets, thin walls I woke up to voices that I thought…read morewere coming from inside my room. I soon realized it was in the room next to me. I could hear everything including them walking around in their room.

This is a review in response to Mandy's very poor review of Pinnacle. She was referring to unit…read more4115...I know that because her review was accurate. I purchased this unit in July and we pulled out all of the carpet and replaced it with new vinyl plank flooring. We also pulled all of the dusty pics from the walls and replaced them with mountain themed items. Every wall in the place has been painted, as well as baseboards...so the entire condo now has that 'clean' feeling. We cleaned under the sink and I looked for evidence of rat poop but saw very few little black specks. I'm not saying that it wasn't poop...but if it was, it wasn't a major issue...maybe 1 mouse for a very short time. Her description of the mattress was completely accurate. As a matter of fact, I was disgusted to touch it when I hauled it to the dump. Rest assured, there is a nice new mattress, along with new pillows throughout. Again, the 'gross' factor is gone. Keep in mind, you can't judge Pinnacle Inn based on a review of 1 unit. They are all individually owned. Some are spotless and completely updated, and some are not. Unit 4115 is what I'm referring to in this post.

Great clean place and nice pool. Great little town with cute shops and close to banner elk for more…read moreactivities