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Charming chalet, walking distance to Grandfather Winery, Watauga River access.

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Banner Elk, NC
  • Place, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawksnest Tubing Park
  • Place, Julian Price Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About this property

Charming chalet, walking distance to Grandfather Winery, Watauga River access.

Located in the Foscoe area of Banner Elk. This charming chalet offers three queen beds, one on the third floor in the loft. Guests can walk to the winery ( 5 walk through our neighborhood) or play in the headwaters of the Watauga river. There is a fire pit, Blackstone grill and charcoal grill. Lots of outdoor space to enjoy. The house is located 15 minutes from Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock. There are many really great locally owned restaurants nearby. Please enjoy the Coffee, and Tea Bar.
During your stay at this farm stay, you're just a quick walk from Watauga River. You'll find features such as laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute walk from Watauga River and 7 minutes on foot from Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
Charming chalet, walking distance to Grandfather Winery, Watauga River access. offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Banner Elk farm stay is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the keys inside of the box on the lower level front door.
Please put trash in the trash receptacle under the stairs, close lid tightly.
Come back soon. Hope you had a memorable time in the High Country!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: steep staircase to access queen bed in loft.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Reviews

Foscoe farnhouse, walking distance to Grandfather Winery, Watauga River access. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.0/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good for base to visit the area. Easy to get back to as off main road 105. Relaxing when back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place is amazing so accommodating!House is immaculate well decorated and full stocked.Can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025