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Skycrest Lodge | Ridgetop View, Game Room, Hot Tub

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A spacious room with a large stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a view of the mountains through large windows.
A room with bunk beds, two armchairs, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a stone fireplace.
A wooden interior with a large dining table, cushioned seating, a fireplace, and a mountain view.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7241 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Sugar Grove, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Skycrest Lodge | Ridgetop View, Game Room, Hot Tub

Wake up to mountain views, gather on the screened porch, soak in the hot tub, and spend evenings around the fire pit. Skycrest Lodge sits in scenic Sugar Grove, minutes from downtown Boone, shops, dining, and everyday essentials.

Great For: Families, friend groups, mountain getaways
Sleeps: 8 guests
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Queen-over-Queen Bunk
Bathrooms: 3 Full
Work Friendly: Dedicated workspace + Wi-Fi
Family Features: Hot tub, Game room, Fire pit, Spacious gathering areas

We give our guests complete privacy to enjoy their mountain retreat. We will not be present during your stay but are always available to answer any questions or provide assistance via the Airbnb app or by phone. Your comfort and a seamless experience are our top priorities.

Morning light stretches across the ridgelines and filters through the large windows while the house slowly wakes up around a fresh pot of coffee. Stone, wood, and warm textures create a grounded atmosphere that feels connected to the landscape outside. The screened porch becomes a favorite place to linger, listening to the breeze move through the trees while distant mountain layers shift with the changing light. As evening settles in, conversations drift from the deck to the fire pit, and the open Blue Ridge sky becomes part of the backdrop. It's the kind of place that helps people reconnect.

The Skycrest Lodge is in a very quiet, family-friendly, residential neighborhood, wake up to beautiful sunrises, listen to the owls, birds, and watch the fog roll through the mountains. It's truly so peaceful🌿

✔ The location📍 of the Skycret Lodge is INCREDIBLE; no need to take hour-long, windy back roads to get to the top destinations.

✔ It's less than 10 minutes to Downtown Boone & App State University and an easy drive of 30 to 40 minutes to All of our 3 major ski mountains: App, Beech & Sugar Mountain.

GUEST ACCESS + PRACTICAL NOTES

🔑 Guest Access
• Self check-in via digital keypad.
• Entire home with full private access
• Guests have access to all interior living spaces and outdoor amenities

🚗 Parking
• Parking available on site
• Driveway parking up to 3 vehicles

🧺 Practical Notes
• Multi-level home with stairs between living areas
• In-unit laundry available during your stay
• Dedicated workspace and Wi-Fi provided
• Outdoor amenities include the deck, screened porch, hot tub, outdoor games and fire pit
• Pet Policy: Not pet friendly.


• 180-degree Mountain views throughout
• Screened porch for fresh air in every season
• Game room adds another gathering space indoors
• Hot tub overlooking the surrounding mountain landscape
• Open-concept great room connects kitchen and living areas
• Scenic deck designed for outdoor lounging and dining
• Fire pit for relaxed evenings under the Blue Ridge Sky
• Dedicated workspace with Wi-Fi for longer stays


Main Living Level

Great Room
• Open-concept living area
• Connected kitchen and dining spaces
• Mountain-facing windows
• Access to outdoor deck

Kitchen
• Integrated into the main gathering space
• Open sightlines to living and dining areas

Bedroom 1 (Primary Suite)
• King bed
• Private ensuite full bathroom

Bathroom
• Half bath located in common area

Outdoor Areas
• Screened porch
• Mountain-view deck
• Fire pit area
• Hot tub

Upper Level / Loft
• Loft Space
• Additional lounge and gathering area
• Overlooks main living spaces below
• Children's Play Toys, Kitchen Set, Books & Games

Additional Sleeping Areas

Bedroom 2
• Queen bed
• Shared Bathroom -Full bathroom serving secondary bedrooms and common areas

Bedroom 3
• Queen-over-Queen bunk bed
• Full bathroom

Additional Amenities
• In-unit laundry
• 2 Indoor gas fireplaces
• Central air conditioning & heating
• Ceiling fans
• Multiple entertainment zones
• 2 Dedicated workspaces
• Wi-Fi

Check your dates and settle into mountain views, open skies, and time well spent together at Skycrest Lodge.

Set among the mountain scenery of Sugar Grove, Skycrest Lodge offers easy access to local essentials and small-town favorites. Conveniently located 📍 less than a 10-minute drive to downtown Boone and ASU

• 5-10minute drive to original Mast General Store and Valle Cruicis park.
• 16.5 Miles or 35 minutes to Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain & Appalachian Mountain 🏔️.
• 25 - 30 Minutes to Blowing Rock, Tweetsie Railroad, Banner Elk, and Grandfather Mountain.
• Cove Creek Store: 4 min
• Stone Mountain General Store: 10 to 15 min
• Mast General Store: 10 min
• Publix: 15 to 20 min
• CVS: 15 to 25 min
• Walgreens: 15 to 25 min

If you are familiar with mountain driving, these are awesome distances, and you have easy access to the major roads that allow you to travel faster during your stay 🚗.

Neighborhood Vibe: Scenic, nature-forward mountain setting

Getting Around: Not a walkable area; cars are required for all errands, dining, and regional exploration. 4x4 Required During Winter Months.


- Security: For your security and peace of mind, the property is monitored by exterior security cameras at the entrances. These cameras do not face any interior spaces or the hot tub area, respecting your privacy.
- S'mores: We provide a complimentary s'mores kit for you to enjoy around the fire pit. (Firewood Not Included)
- Check-in: This is a self-check-in property. You will receive a unique access code the day of arrival
- 4X4 Required in Winter Months
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 9 minutes by car from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and 10 minutes from Watauga River
Skycrest Lodge | Ridgetop View, Game Room, Hot Tub offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sugar Grove cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Table tennis

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,589 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Pets, No esa's no exceptions No Parties or Events No Smoking Must be 25 Years of Age to Rent this Property
Adhere to speed limit. Quiet Hours: 10pm to 7am 6 People Max In Hot Tub Ensure All Fireplaces are OFF when leaving the property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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.

Property is also known as

Ain't Life Grand Grand Views Hot Tub Open Kitchen 10 Min Boone
Ain't Life Grand Grand Views Hot Tub Open Kitchen 10 Min Boone
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Skycrest Lodge | Ridgetop View, Game Room, Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Views

Wonderful views. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views!

The cabin was beautiful and the views were incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julianne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is STUNNING. The setting is beautiful and peaceful and the house is incredibly comfortable. Perfect for a quiet girl's trip, a family or even a business retreat. Highly recommend! And there aren't unreasonable fees on top of the rental (like other VRBO listings). Big thanks to our host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerald G.

Perfect mountain cabin with a perfect view

It was a 5-star experience all around; the property is well managed and it starts with the owners. We were able to relax during our stay with an amazing view and the cabin provided the character we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway!

We enjoyed our stay so much. We have zero complaints and have already recommended the cabin to friends. Our kids loved all the activities the cabin had to offer. We hope to visit again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely view, lovely home.

The view and home are very special.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was exactly as advertised. Even as a wheelchair user I was able to get around this property as all of the bedrooms downstairs and the porches were accessible. Our family had a great time at the house. Thank you so much!
Beautiful rainbow over the mountains!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed the house! It was beautiful, clean, and had everything that we needed! The kids loved the bunk bed loft and all of the games. The views are spectacular! Heather was a great host and ensured that our vacation was exactly what we imagined!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin!

This cabin is awesome! Well located just outside Boone. Amazing view with good road access. The last two hundred yards are really uphill but well worth it. This cabin has everything you need and more. We will be back next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Priceless Views

We had a wonderful time with the whole family staying here. What a stunning view. We really enjoyed all the different types of games we could play as a family. Place was very clean and handicap accessible for my father in law. Would love to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ariel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin, beautiful view

Took our 4 year old twins to this cabin for the 4th of July holiday. Both the cabin and view were amazing. There were so many little touches that made the stay extra special. The kids loved all the toys and getting to make s’mores and we loved sitting back and looking at the Mountain View. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Fantastic home!

From the moment you walk into this cabin you are blown away. The attention to detail is second to none. The views are breath taking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Heaven

What a beautiful stay. Best vacation ever just loved everything about our stay. Wish I could live there with my disabled husband. He was so comfortable and happy and it was so nice having him enjoy with the family especially in the kitchen. Thank you Heather and John for sharing your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

Amazing!

There isn't enough words to say to say how much we enjoyed the cabin. Thank you so much !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic mountain retreat

We have stayed at a lot of VRBO properties in the mountains of western NC, and this is one of our very favorites. The views are stunning, the house itself is clean, charming, and very well-appointed -- complete with toys and games for the kids, a game room with shuffleboard and foosball, and (most important to the grownups) a VERY well-stocked kitchen. Highly reccomend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely a Million Dollar View

The house was awesome. We rented to have a nice long weekend with my elderly in-laws, and we did. Very easy access for them, very comfortable. Easy to get into Boone and Valle Crucis.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Babette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with amazing views

We travel to the NC mountains once a year from Winston-Salem and have stayed in many cabins over the years. Ain’t Life Grand is definitely our favorite with comfortable accommodations, stunning views and lots of little extras provided by the hosts. We had a wonderful time on spring break reconnecting with our grown children and day trips to Banner Elk, Blowing Rock and Boone. Truly enjoyed this lovely property and would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking Views

The property was outstanding and the host did a superb job. I highly recommend this location for anybody looking for house in the mountains. The view was breathtaking waking up and watching the sunrise. It was conveniently located to go out and go exploring as well as getting back to relax and play fun games with my family. We will definitely be back.Thank y'all for making a much needed vacation so memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Thanksgiving Week

My family spent Thanksgiving week on Sugar Mountain and couldn't have been happier. We took our son to Tweetsie, fishing, hiking & also enjoyed the hot tub. Heather was very attentive and the instruction and activity list were very thorough. We enjoyed our stay and will be back again next year! Ellis H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Perfect Getaway at Ain’t Life Grand

A beautiful house at the top of the mountain. Our grandkids loved all the games and toys they found. We loved the kitchen and den that had a wall of windows that provided one of the best views of the NC Mountains anywhere. Great fireplace and a comfy hot tub included. We recommend it! 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Grandkids annual trip

This is a beautiful property with the best views of any. The owners take great pride in anticipating the needs of guests and providing for them. This is an annual trip for us and in most every way this was the best home and owners ever. It would appear the listing provided for the property manager needs updating as the one provided did not reply. After our stay and speaking with the owner I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

Thank you Heather for making this family Thanksgiving very memorable, you thought of everything needed for a Thanksgiving feast, and truly appreciate it! Your cabin was beautiful and comfortable, which made it even more enjoyable. We will be back! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

The cabin is beautiful and the amenities are fantastic, but there are no words to describe the incredible view from Ain’t Life Grand! Looking out at the mountains gave us all such a feeling of serenity. The huge windows provided a beautiful view even when we were inside. The cabin was immaculate and well-stocked. We stayed at the cabin for most of the trip as we had everything we needed right there for a perfect vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Every thing was great and impressed with the cleanliness and the supplies in the bathroom and all over the home supplies for us to use! The sheets smelled so fresh and the towel’s smell like fresh downy!!! We even got left some water and wine coolers ! We replaced next day so thank you so much also the flowers were beautiful!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023