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Whispering Pines Retreat

Vacation home in Banner Elk with kitchen and balcony

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Located in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Banner Elk Townhouse offers a cozy retreat. Unwind by the fireplace after a day of exploring hiking trails and ski resorts, then indulge in local cuisine at nearby restaurants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Whispering Pines Retreat

Welcome to our cozy retreat in the heart of Banner Elk! Nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, our charming townhouse offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy stunning mountain views from the balcony, listen to local bands play while enjoying the deck, unwind by the fireplace after a day of exploring, and indulge in local cuisine at nearby restaurants. Hiking trails, ski resorts, and charming shops are at your doorstep in this centrally located mountain retreat.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Downtown, a neighborhood in Banner Elk, is home to this vacation home. 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. Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
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NC, Banner Elk

What's nearby

  • Throughout my childhood I spent so much time at this park. I always remember of thinking of it as the park in the middle of the mountains. What I never noticed as a child was how every single aspect of this park was planned out and put there for a reason. Likewise before studying the photographic image I had never thought about how we construct a image and its affordances and constraints. One thing I really want to point out in this image is that while we have this beautiful park there is a huge ugly pipe in the middle of the photograph. It is part of the necessity of the planning of the park, just like the frame is a necessity of an image. We sometimes want to forget it is there but it is a necessary part of an image and still has meaning. #appalachianechoes
    Tate-Evans Park
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • This is the headstone of Banner Elk, North Carolina. This elk has been in the town forever, but this past year the elk has been refurbished and installed as the centerpiece of the town. This elk frames Appalachia in the sense of this small town pride in the mountains. In the background you can see the historic elementary school and rolling mountains and once again the North Carolina pride of the state flag surrounding this elk even though about 100ft to the right there is another flagpole with the same flags raised high and proud. This is where every child in this town went to school in this picturesque location but as time rolls on is Appalachia move on too? #appalachianechoes
    The Greene
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lees-McRae College
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Elk Statue
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Banner House Museum
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Town Tavern of Banner Elk
    8 min walk
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Blink Elk Tap Room
    2 min walk
  • Banner Elk Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Pines Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Retreat located?

Located in Downtown, this vacation home is steps from Lees-McRae College, The Greene, and Elk Statue. Tate-Evans Park and Banner House Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Whispering Pines Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a quaint, beautiful town. We enjoyed our stay. The home was very comfortable and had lots of room. The owners were very friendly. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

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

Wonderful property!

We had a lovely stay! The location was perfect for enjoying the mountains and riding over to Boone. The house was beautiful and clean! Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Great spot 2 minutes from LMC and downtown Banner Elk

Plenty of space, clean and 2 min walk to Lees-McRae campus and downtown Banner Elk. Owners sent helpful info regarding the property and surrounding area ahead of check-in. Plan to stay here again when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Great house, walking distance to downtown

Location was great!! House was perfect for our quick family weekend get away. Host was very responsive and great to work with. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley C.

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

Banner Elk

Very clean, very nice. Would recommend and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy m.

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

First time to Banner Elk

The townhouse is even better in person! Spacious bedrooms, very nice kitchen, very comfortable home away from home. You can walk to several taverns and wonderful restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerame T.

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

Nice space

Nice location central to town. Very nice home. Will rent again if I am back in the area. Parking is very nice and feels safe for your vehicle. No issues. Just a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne P.

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

Amazing location!

This townhouse was perfectly situated steps away from downtown Banner Elk and Lees-McRae College. The fireplace in the living was an extra bonus as it was easy to use and kept us cozy in the evening while playing card games. It was nice to be able to pop out on the back porches to breathe in the mountain air and feel ‘mountainy’ while not having to drive to a mountain house on windy roads 20 minutes away. We will be back, thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Wonderful Banner Elk Stay

My family enjoyed our stay. It is a very beautiful clean townhome. The balconies were very relaxing. It has listed they have a hot tub but it doesn’t have one(however that wasn’t an issue for us at all). The master bedroom ceiling fan didn’t work. We would definitely book this townhome again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Reprieve from the Heat

The townhome was just perfect for my husband and myself and our pups! They loved the porches, dog park across the street, and walks around the neighborhood. As dog owners we loved the washable rugs and LVP throughout the house making it a worry-free environment for us! I loved communicating with Alyson. She was so helpful with recommendations ! Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

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

Gem in Banner Elk

This property was perfect for our weekend getaway with our family! The home was cozy, clean, and had some great amenities. In addition, the location was amazing! Everything was walking distance for us in Banner Elk’s charming downtown area. There was even a level 2 EV charger conveniently located around the corner. We plugged in, walked home, and picked up our car at 100% charge the following morning for our departure. Sugar Mountain was a hop skip and a jump away. It really felt like home away from home after an exhausting day of hitting the slopes. Our hosts, Alyson and Eric, were wonderful, too! There was great communication and their guide book to Banner Elk and other pertinent information to our stay was thorough and helpful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Wonderful Banner Elk Stay

We loved this townhouse located directly in Banner Elk. It was perfect for walking to restaurants, stores, parks, and Lees-McRae College. The location is also excellent for visiting the many excellent area attractions such as Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns, Linville Falls, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, the Alpine Coaster, and Mast General. Boone and Blowing Rock are short drives away, and so is Blue Ridge Parkway. It's a really great location. The townhouse is great for a family, having three bedrooms, and was very clean and well apportioned. The kitchen was nice, and the back deck on each level made for a nice place to relax in the early evenings outside, enjoying the mountain air. Even better, the host, Alyson, is fabulous. She was very responsive to every communication. They have a nice personal guide for the house, including tips and suggestions for the area. Alyson also made sure we were aware of local events and had great suggestions for us to consider during our stay. I highly recommend Whispering Pines Retreat! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Great stay for family

This was a great stay for my family. The property does appear better in person. We were in town for a wedding. The property did have essential items needed such as a steamer for our dresses. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the fire place. The property manager was great with communication. Great location (close to restaurants). We would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Great Trip!

We really enjoyed staying here, the walk to town was so easy and it was VERY clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ravi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in and kitchen facilities were good. Coffee was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vallie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were wonderful. The owner was well-organized with the information, and everything was well-stocked. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very clean. Alyson was very responsive and communicated extremely well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DELL M.

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

Banner Elk

Great location. Nice condo!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christophr W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice homey decor and great conveniences (the iron and steamer were life savers to prepare our clothes for a wedding). Walking distance to the shops in Baner Elk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is beautiful. It was well maintained, clean and comfortable. We really appreciated the detailed book provided by the hosts that explained how everthing works and provided suggestions for local attrations and restaurants. The location is great and you can walk to so much downtown. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in fantastic location for walking around Banner Elk. Clean, well stocked. Hosts were attentive and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is wonderful! A fast favorite! Close to everything, we were able to walk to restaurants and to LMC campus. The hosts were excellent communicators and gave us detailed information about the home and the area. The home is comfortable and has everything you could need. We had our dog and he loved the balconies. We took him on a long walk around the campus. We will always seek this home when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Weekend Ski getaway

This lovely little home perfectly place between two ski resorts in a cute little town with great local cuisine was perfect for our annual ski/birthday weekend. We enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the stay was very nice. The kitchen was great. Dining area was nice. The living room was very nice with a big fireplace and TV. Laundry room was very good. The owners left a very comprehensive guide to the home with all of the instructions for everything very well defined. The balconies had a good view of the mountains but also overlooked the back of a business and there was a good bit of road noise to overcome. The upper floor bedrooms were hard to keep comfortably cool. Probably better in winter.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025