Welcome to Fiddlehead, a 20-acre mountain retreat featuring 2 homes: The Lodge and The Treehouse. Located just 5 minutes from downtown Banner Elk. The Lodge at Fiddlehead is a rustic log home and The Treehouse at Fiddlehead is an authentic tree top log cabin. Each are located on a private estate overlooking a barn and pasture, with magnificent mountain views. The Lodge spares no detail and is a one-of-a-kind structure. The Treehouse was the original model home and inspiration for The Lodges at Eagles Nest - a world-renowned 3,000+ acre resort widely considered the most unique private mountain community in The Blue Ridge Mountains. Dogs are welcome in The Treehouse, but not in The Lodge.
Perched just above and connected by a wooden boardwalk to the Lodge, The Treehouse overlooks a lush pasture, barn, horses, apple and pear trees, and some of the best sunset views Banner Elk has to offer! The Treehouse offers 3 king-sized beds, 2 full baths and a kitchenette with rustic mountain charm. Perfect for couples on a romantic getaway or families looking for a cozy retreat. The king-sized master bed is open to the main living area and the master bath has a steam shower and a large soaking tub for relaxing after a full day of fun. Upstairs is an open loft overlooking the main level of the home, with its own private balcony. There is also a yoga room in the lower level of the home, complete with a pull-out sofa bed and Peloton. The Treehouse at Fiddlehead offers abundant outdoor living and deck space looking out on gorgeous mountain views.
An ideal fit for families of all shapes and sizes, the Fiddlehead estate comes complete with hiking trails, a lovely stream-fed trout pond perfect for fishing on those lazy summer days, a mountain stream to play in, a sledding and tubing hill for winter fun and plenty of outdoor space everyone can enjoy! The homes overlook lush pasture, a barn and fruit trees that make up this unique mountain vacation rental. Manicured landscaping and flowers in Spring and Summer, brilliant multi-colored leaves in the Fall, and tranquil snow cover in the Winter are a true pleasure to observe. This picturesque mountain escape features all that the NC High Country has to offer without ever having to leave the property.
In addition to all this wonderful home has to offer, Fiddlehead is a LGBTQ+ friendly haven and has been mindfully crafted to be as eco-friendly and sustainable as possible.
Fiddlehead offers the peace and seclusion you desire, while still being only minutes from the charming town of Banner Elk, where you'll find a mountain playground like no other. Here, each season brings with it something spectacular. The springtime is ablaze with wildflowers, the summers are cool and inviting, fall's foliage is absolutely stunning, and the snows of winter transform these mountains into a picturesque winter wonderland. In addition, the nearby towns of Blowing Rock, Valle Crucis and Boone, home to Appalachian State University, add to the unique flavor and sophisticated country charm of the area. Interested in some High Country adventure? Banner Elk is the perfect location for whitewater rafting, ATV mountain tours, mountain expeditions, TWO ski resorts (Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain), treetop zip lines, mountain bike parks, a white sand beach recreational lake, Elk River Falls, and fly fishing. Call today to secure this property for your next Blue Ridge Mountain vacation!
** Located at over 3,700' elevation, this home does not offer air conditioning. It does have a heating system for winter.
** Dogs welcome in The Treehouse for an additional rent of $25 per night per dog. Mature, trained dogs, only. **
** The Treehouse has 40-50 stairs leading to front door and is not recommended for guests with bad knees or health issues. The home air conditioned by nature. There is a stove top, but no oven nor dishwasher**
** A firepit is located below the driveway, to access from home you will need to walk down 40-50 stairs and roughly 30 yards down incline. Firewood may be added by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You get two wrapped bundles and a firestarter for $25/night. **
** Four night minimum for major holidays. Minimum night stay and rates may vary by season and subject to change without notice. **
** Four-wheel drive vehicle recommended during winter months and snow chains recommended for use in snow and ice. The shaded driveway winds through old growth forest and is plowed as needed at owner's sole discretion. **
** Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive 100% refund
Bookings canceled at least 14 days before the start of the stay will receive 50% refund
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Rates & availability subject to change. Call to speak with a reservation specialist for the most up to date rates, availability and special offers.
Place was tucked away with great views. Awesome porch outside to drink my morning coffee.- John, Posted: 07/05/2023
Very nice peaceful stay off the beating block! Thank you for the stay!- Wesley And Sydney, Posted: 10/03/2022
Beautiful cabin tucked in a valley but high enough for great views. Is all curtained off sleeping spaces so needs to be family party or group comfortable with each other. Spacious and great deck, amazing hammock. Wildlife is abundant and comes close. Great master bathroom. Cool layout. Lots of stairs (which we loved).- Celise, Posted: 07/20/2022
The walkway to the cabin along with the over-all design of the cabin is very nice and exotic.- Chad, Posted: 06/10/2022
Beautiful cabin!!!- Charlotte, Posted: 11/19/2021
The pictures do not do this place the justice it deserves!! So beautiful!!! We will be back!- Rick, Posted: 11/02/2021
Very comfortable and cozy cabin. Beautiful views. An absolutely perfect deck on which to enjoy a glass of wine etc. Just 5 minutes from "downtown" there is still a wonderful sense of privacy and isolation. There are quite a few steps so not recommended for anyone with mobility issues. We look forward to staying here again.- Norbert, Posted: 09/13/2021
We could not have been happier with our stay at the Eagle Eye Cabin! You definitely need to be able to manage 40+ steps up the staircase, but once you do it is a wonderful retreat in the mountains with a beautiful view. The master bathroom is luxurious and the beds were all super comfortable! The deck around the upper level was great for getting outside and the canopy of trees surrounding the house meant even when it rained we only experienced the wonderful noise of the droplets falling through the leaves. We will definitely look at staying here again when we visit the area. (Please note this home was formerly known as Eagle Eye Cabin at The Original Eagles Nest).- Erik, Posted: 08/10/2021
We could not have been happier with our stay at the Eagle Eye Cabin! You definitely need to be able to manage 40+ steps up the staircase, but once you do it is a wonderful retreat in the mountains with a beautiful view. The master bathroom is luxurious and the beds were all super comfortable! The deck around the upper level was great for getting outside and the canopy of trees surrounding the house meant even when it rained we only experienced the wonderful noise of the droplets falling through the leaves. We will definitely look at staying here again when we visit the area. (Please note that this home was formerly known as The Eagle Eye Cabin at Eagles Nest).- Erik, Posted: 07/17/2021
My family, kids and Bisque my Labrador where happy to adventure in this 20 acre paradise.- Carlos, Posted: 07/01/2021
What a lovely cabin in both design and decor! The owners thought of everything! We had a delightful stay and it was just what we were looking for to get away and relax.- Kim, Posted: 05/18/2021
We loved the place. Close to many attractions, nice sunset view.- Satya, Posted: 03/29/2021
This really felt like a large and modern treehouse! It is overlooking the most peaceful farm nestled in a valley. The sunsets were beautiful, and seeing the family of 7 deer grazing during this time made it all the more amazing. The beds were very comfortable and I loved the curtains (doors) that separated the Master bed from the living area. The steam shower was perfect! Going to have to consider this in my next home! LOL We grilled out and used the stove every day. We did not miss the lack of an oven, as we were prepared for this. The host was very easily accessible with any questions or concerns. I do recommend an added saucepan as this was missing and some kitchen towels to wash dishes with. Other than that it has everything we needed. Plenty of skillets and anything else you need for cooking. I also recommend reading the black book on the counter (looking right at you when you come into the cabin LOL), as this can answer most any question you may have. I overlooked this book but our host answered all of my questions with good humor! :) We would highly recommend staying here!- Heather, Posted: 03/24/2021
We loved the cabin, very clean. Great sledding Hill, our kids had a blast. Close enough to town, but still hidden away. Would definitely visit again.- Ashlie, Posted: 03/15/2021
The property was awesome. House was very clean and well maintained; Nicely appointed as well. Owner was proactive with information for our stay and very responsive. Great location, amazing views, and very private. The listing says one bedroom but the layout is more like a 3 bedroom house. We absolutely loved our stay.- Gabriel, Posted: 02/28/2021
This place was just what our family needed. We unplugged and just enjoyed all of our surroundings. Seen Deers everyday, very comfortable and great mountain vibe. The cabin decor makes it so authentic.- Paula, Posted: 11/20/2020
This was me and my wife’s first trip alone since our daughter (almost 4) was born. The cabin was so wonderful and we had such an amazing time! The stay was peaceful and secluded but still easy to get to Banner Elk and also a very reasonable drive to Asheville (1.5 hrs) for one of the days we were there. The cabin was clean and in great shape and had everything that we needed. We would absolutely consider staying here again! Thank you so much!!!- Anonymous, Posted: 11/10/2020
We spent 4 lovely days in this beautiful home. I needed a place to work quietly while my husband enjoyed some golf and R&R. Rain or shine the porch was the perfect place to relax. The home was well appointed with a stereo, jacuzzi tub and steam shower. There aren’t any bedroom doors, which was fine for us- might be a consideration if traveling with others. The loft is adorable- I could see kids each enjoying their own alcove hidden behind curtains. Exactly as described and the management company was in contact and available for any questions. A gem!!- Elizabeth, Posted: 09/02/2020
We enjoyed our stay at the Eagle Eye Cabin overall. Great views, lovely property, very convenient to Banner Elk. Visitors should note; these facts are stated in the property description but are worth repeating: there is no dishwasher, there is no oven, and there is no air conditioning. Prepare for your stay accordingly and you’ll have a great time. (Please note this home was formally known as The Eagle Eye Cabin at The Original Eagles Nest)- Summer, Posted: 08/13/2020
Place was awesome and the beds make it hard to ever get up and get going... perfectly restful sleep after day on the slopes for sure! If you are headed to Banner Elk area this place is a top notch property!- Barry, Posted: 03/09/2020
Our family visited in October and had a wonderful stay. Joanie, the property manager, was very helpful with questions we had regarding our reservation. The house was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We would definitely come back! We loved all the nearby attractions in Boone , Blowing Rock, and Roan Mountain. My husband and I are big hikers and the sunset at Roan Mountain will be hard to beat down the road!- Stacy, Posted: 11/13/2019
The home was in a great location. It was very clean and the owner was always extremely responsive to any questions. The layout is great and ideal for 2 families or 3 couples. Everything was available in the home that you would need. I would recommend this property. 4 wheel drive would be needed if snow is on the ground.- Nicole, Posted: 01/04/2019
My fiancé and I recently rented the Eagle Eye Cabin during October 2016. The property is absolutely gorgeous and the cabin is even more beautiful in person. If you're looking for a perfect getaway to disconnect, then this cabin retreat is for you. It is like being in a luxury tree house, complete with all of the amenities you would hope for. The bed is extremely comfortable, the jacuzzi tub is perfect for two, and my fiancé loved the steam shower. We will definitely be back to the Eagle Eye Cabin and I highly recommend this property to anyone looking to plan a romantic getaway. (Please note that this home was formerly known as The Eagle Eye Cabin at The Original Eagles Nest)- Shannon, Posted: 10/26/2016
We loved the house; we travel a lot and the house was so well equipped. There is an adjoining cabin as others have mentioned with connecting steps, but we did not have any problems. Its a lovely location though during the winter they are not kidding about needing 4W or all W drive. We had all wheel and made out fine as the property managers we very dedicated to keeping the drive in a manner that we could go up and down. They left enough snow for traction and did a great job plowing as needed. The hot tub is hot, the WIFI worked flawlessly, the master bed was very comfortable. Our kids loved the privacy of the upstairs; the Great room and fireplace were enjoyed, the view is lovely; Joanie was very easy to contact and text with questions about the weather LOL!! Thank you Joanie!! You really made the stay. We would come back and would love to see it in the fall and spring as its surrounded by woods and mountain laurel!!- Ellen, Posted: 02/21/2016