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The Highlands at Sugar

Family-friendly apartment with fitness centre and indoor pool

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Fitness facility
Property grounds
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Gym

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2173 Sugar Mountain Drive, Banner Elk, NC, 28604
  • Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Grandfather Mountain
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Terrace/patio

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Balcony

Twin Room

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Banner Elk

Banner Elk is home to The Highlands at Sugar. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including downhill skiing and snowboarding.

What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lees-McRae College - 17 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 19 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 24 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬21 min drive

About this property

The Highlands at Sugar

Family-friendly apartment with fitness centre and indoor pool
This smoke-free apartment building features an indoor pool, a fitness centre and Access to hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, an arcade/games room and barbecues. Each apartment boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a fridge, while a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is not available.
The Highlands at Sugar offers 57 accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Banner Elk apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

An indoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking included

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours are from 4 PM-5 PM on Sunday-Thursday and from 4 PM-6 PM on Friday-Saturday.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does The Highlands at Sugar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Highlands at Sugar pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Highlands at Sugar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Highlands at Sugar?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Highlands at Sugar?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Highlands at Sugar located?

This family-friendly Banner Elk apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort, Sugar Creek Gem Mine and Linville River. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Highlands at Sugar Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 729 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 729 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 729 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Although I rated this stay “excellent” there were two minor issues that occurred. 1. The unit above was occupied & while there was no other noise present the footsteps of the occupants were very noticeable. It was difficult to go to sleep. 2. The hot tub amenity on Wednesday was wonderful ( approx 102-104 F.), but on Thursday the water was more like in the 70s F.temperature was in the 70s F. 3. Everything else was wonderful & exceptionally clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Clean, great location, but bad mattress & outdated

We did not get the unit that the pictures had shown. Our unit was very outdated, and the mattress was horribly uncomfortable. It was very clean, however, and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Audrey

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good-sized apartment, but Kitchen items are DIRTY

The staff contacted us by phone before our arrival, which was helpful because we were arriving late at night. The property was spacious and had a good kitchen and kitchen appliance/utensils. The roads to the property was well-maintained, even with a snow storm. There's a bus that takes renters to Sugar Mountain ski resort. The biggest issue for me was ALL the KITCHEN ITEMS - plates, bowls, utensils, pots, and pans, etc. had stuck-on dirt and needed to be scrubbed before use. Other issues include: there was not enough toilet paper left in the property, especially because cleaners don't come in nightly from whom we can ask for these things. The floors upstairs were uneven. There was a hallway closet on the loft was left broken. If we had younger children, it could cause an accident. There is a definite draft and a hole from below the stairs where you can see the closed-off storage area below the apartment. There is also a draft I the bathroom as well as uneven floors, which can again be dangerous. There is also a draft coming in from the 2 sliding doors to the back porches. The "curtain" hanging over the sliding doors are shower curtains (and so cannot really deal with the draft). There was no salt left in the front door storage area nor a shovel to deal with the snow that blows onto the steps/front of the apartment doors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atanas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet place. Older buildings but have a charm to them. Very clean and spacious. Overall a good stay at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing property for The money
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was incredibly dirty with previous visitors dirty laundry under the couch and around the unit. Also, dirt, food, and a dirty q-tip was found when asking the sofa bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

gar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice having the veiw and the fire plave and being so close to the snowboarding area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
My family and I booked this cabin last minute for my granddaughter's birthday, and let me say it exceeded my expectations. The view is absolutely breathtaking and the property is well maintained. Although the staff is not on the property after 5:00 pm, however they do provide an after hours phone number. They are quick to respond and assist
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

john

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice quiet secluded property. Not overcrowded. Great gentle mountain culture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rony

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent

Everything good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ligia Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
That is my second time over there, and this place is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Minelly

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

joannet

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
For the price the location is awesome, I'll definitely be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felcy pavithra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well stocked kitchen, close to sugar mountain resort, lovely views of the surrounding mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I came to snowboard it’s a beautiful place is big is clean everything you need. I have three boys ranging from 17 to 25 and myself single black girl was happy. I just got home but the mountain itself it’s not too high if you want to drive your car no need for a rental is still in the mountain but everything is close. All the fun things to do is close I was at blowing rock sugar mountain and beach mountain. If you go and skateboard in a snowboarding or even tubing, bring you some warm stuff from home so you don’t have to buy the expensive $30 gloves or $40 shades go food shopping and you can save some money. The kitchen had everything you need. I felt home full kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms two couches that had beds. Also, we were comfortable if I ever did this again I would come to Sugar Mountain in the Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

michele

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Breath taking views!!!

We stayed in a 2 bed, 2 bath town home at the top of Sugar mountain. The views were breath taking! The place itself was very spacious. It could do with some remodeling in the kitchen and throughout the apartment but was really not a big deal for us. The ladies working the office were very friendly and accommodating! My daughter really enjoyed the game room and hot! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is not the same as the photographs, the facilities are deteriorated
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024