10/10 Excellent
Jeanne W.
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing evening
Jeanne W.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Cabin
Great Location - Private Setting & Hot Tub - Just 25 min to Banner Elk or Boone
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sugar Grove, NC
- Hound Ears Golf Club7 min drive
- Kidd Brewer Stadium14 min drive
- Appalachian State University15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Upstairs bonus room
2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Great Location - Private Setting & Hot Tub - Just 25 min to Banner Elk or Boone
Enjoy fresh mountain air and peaceful atmosphere at Bear Tree Cabin! Cute as a button, it's nestled on the edge of a forest and gets its nickname from an unusual natural formation on a tree in the yard that looks like a bear is hugging it.
Our zip code is Sugar Grove, but the cabin is just 3 miles from the historic Mast General Store in Valle Crucis and is situated in a rural farming neighborhood just off of the Watauga River Road. Fishing, canoeing or swimming in the Watauga River is 2 miles away. Bring your mountain bike and enjoy the gentle grade of the Watauga River Road ... or for a little more adventure, let our resident mountain bike expert recommend a nearby trail that fits your abilities ...
A 4x4 or AWD vehicle is helpful for the short but somewhat steep gravel driveway.
Free-standing air conditioning units are located in the bedrooms for those occasional warm days in July & August. The cabin has ceiling fans in each bedroom and in both living areas. Warm blankets are also there for the cool summer nights!
Private setting, yet a very convenient location to Boone, Banner Elk and most area restaurants & attractions.
Shopping at the historic Mast General Store is only 3 miles away. Restaurants of all types are in Banner Elk, Boone and Blowing Rock.
Zip-lining and snow tubing at Hawksnest is 25 minutes away. An Alpine Coaster ride is located in Banner Elk, across the road from Sugar Mountain Resort.
Pets not allowed.
During the winter months ... Three ski resorts are within a 25 to 40 minute drive. Snow tubing is an option for the non-skier at some resorts nearby. At the end of the day, come 'home' to a relaxing well-maintained hot tub. Four-wheel or All-wheel drive is needed for the gravel driveway if it snows and helpful even without snow.
We also own a Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Farm nearby that is open mid-November through early December. It's called Bear Wallow Choose & Cut Farm.
During most times of the year, we require a 2-night stay but it doesn't hurt to ask about a 1-night stay!
Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, Birding, Fly Fishing, Mountain Biking, Christmas Trees, Skiing, Tubing, Coaster, Tweetsie, Hiking, Nature, Wildflowers, Mountain Vacation, Bungalow
Our zip code is Sugar Grove, but the cabin is just 3 miles from the historic Mast General Store in Valle Crucis and is situated in a rural farming neighborhood just off of the Watauga River Road. Fishing, canoeing or swimming in the Watauga River is 2 miles away. Bring your mountain bike and enjoy the gentle grade of the Watauga River Road ... or for a little more adventure, let our resident mountain bike expert recommend a nearby trail that fits your abilities ...
A 4x4 or AWD vehicle is helpful for the short but somewhat steep gravel driveway.
Free-standing air conditioning units are located in the bedrooms for those occasional warm days in July & August. The cabin has ceiling fans in each bedroom and in both living areas. Warm blankets are also there for the cool summer nights!
Private setting, yet a very convenient location to Boone, Banner Elk and most area restaurants & attractions.
Shopping at the historic Mast General Store is only 3 miles away. Restaurants of all types are in Banner Elk, Boone and Blowing Rock.
Zip-lining and snow tubing at Hawksnest is 25 minutes away. An Alpine Coaster ride is located in Banner Elk, across the road from Sugar Mountain Resort.
Pets not allowed.
During the winter months ... Three ski resorts are within a 25 to 40 minute drive. Snow tubing is an option for the non-skier at some resorts nearby. At the end of the day, come 'home' to a relaxing well-maintained hot tub. Four-wheel or All-wheel drive is needed for the gravel driveway if it snows and helpful even without snow.
We also own a Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Farm nearby that is open mid-November through early December. It's called Bear Wallow Choose & Cut Farm.
During most times of the year, we require a 2-night stay but it doesn't hurt to ask about a 1-night stay!
Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, Birding, Fly Fishing, Mountain Biking, Christmas Trees, Skiing, Tubing, Coaster, Tweetsie, Hiking, Nature, Wildflowers, Mountain Vacation, Bungalow
Property manager
Angela
Languages
English
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Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
This means no smoking inside or outside.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Valle Crucis
Located in Valle Crucis, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Land of Oz are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Sugar Grove, NC
What's nearby
- Foggy Mountain Gem Mine - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
- Hound Ears Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
- Kidd Brewer Stadium - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
- Appalachian State University - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
- Beech Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 20.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- River Street Ale House - 12 min drive
- The Pedalin' Pig-Boone - 9 min drive
- Lost Province Brewing Co. - 13 min drive
- Macado's - 14 min drive
- Taqueria El Paso - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Chris W.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Chris W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa M.
8 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet quaint cabin
Vanessa M.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Royal S.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Cabin
Royal S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica I.
21 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture Perfect!
Jessica I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zachary S.
10 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Accommodating
Zachary S.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean E.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin
Sean E.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashley L.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway for 8
Ashley L.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
David G.
30 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
David G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie V.
19 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Serenity R.
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend
Serenity R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly B.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Kelly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meggan G.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!
Meggan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Nancy R.
4 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacay!
Nancy R.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew D.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Base for Boone visit
Matthew D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Bonnie G.
30 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean and Quiet
Bonnie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey D.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin
Lindsey D.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob B.
19 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brief visit
Rob B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Josh E.
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet peaceful spot
Josh E.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph R.
31 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded
Joseph R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly E.
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin!
Molly E.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie V.
13 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this cabin!
Julie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg F.
24 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Family Retreat
Greg F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin A.
21 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great
Kevin A.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Angela
A resident of Watauga county for most of his life, owner Jim Henson has traveled around the world climbing mountains including Kilimanjaro, Mt. Elbrus, and Mt. Ranier. He is an avid mountain biker and enjoys playing tennis. He grows Christmas trees on part of his farm, but the vast majority of his 250 acres is woodlands and he has donated a conservation easement on more than half of his land to the Blue Ridge Conservancy. When you inquire about the cabin, you will be corresponding with Jim's assistant, Angela.
Why they chose this property
After owning the 250-acre farm for over 40 years, Jim decided to build a cabin in 2006 for friends and family to share the beauty of the location. Valle Crucis is centrally located to Banner Elk, Boone and Blowing Rock.
What makes this property unique
Bear Tree cabin gets its name from an unusual natural formation on a tree near the cabin. The wooded surroundings allow for the discovery of many of Mother Nature's wonders while its central location is convenient to Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk!
Languages:
English
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