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Perched at the top of Sugar Mountain, Bear Pause offers a spacious retreat for up to 6 guests. Unwind in the master suite's jacuzzi garden tub or cozy up by the gas fireplace with throw blankets and cable TV. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, a fully stocked kitchen, and expansive views from the large deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk

  • Welcome to “Bear Pause” — Your Mountain Escape in Banner Elk!

    Perched at 5,200 feet with breathtaking multilayered views, Bear Pause offers the perfect blend of cozy comfort and high-country adventure. This spacious 2-bedroom, 3-bath condo with a loft is ideal for families or groups looking to relax, recharge, and explore the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains.

    -Take in those amazing sunrises and sunsets.
    -Take your breath away on the back deck that overlooks the mountain range with beautiful sunsets

    BEDROOMS and BATHROOMS
    - King bed in the master suite with a large stand up shower and jacuzzi garden tub. There is a large TV with cable in the master as well.

    - The 2nd bedroom has a queen bed and full bath with tub.

    -The loft has a sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress and full private bath, with stand up shower. The loft also has a twin daybed with a twin trundle. This is a great space for the kids. There is a large walk in closet up in the loft as well.

    KITCHEN
    -We have the kitchen fully stocked with all of the appliances, utensils, cookware and dishware that you need to make and serve a great meal. (Food/beverages not included).

    LIVING AREA and DINING AREA
    -Cozy up with throw blankets by the gas fireplace to watch cable TV or play one of our games or puzzles from our collection.
    -Enjoy free, high speed, dependable wi-fi.
    -In warmer weather, enjoy the furniture that we keep stored in the closet on the large deck.


    Outdoor Living:
    Step outside onto the spacious deck to experience awe-inspiring sunrises, colorful sunsets, and the fresh mountain air. Outdoor furniture is provided (seasonally stored in the closet).

    Whether you're here for hiking, skiing, leaf-peeping, or just a peaceful retreat, Bear Pause is your perfect home base in the heart of the High Country.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,614 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

Please leave shoes at the door and wine on the entry table is NOT FOR CONSUMPTION. Per the HOA, quiet time is between 9pm and 8am.
All trash removed to dumpster at check out or additional $50 fee will be assessed.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND 4 wheel/all-wheel drive or tire chains in the winter months. NO REFUNDS for people who choose to book/attempt without these.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: This unit is not baby proofed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Banner Elk, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. 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 and Pisgah National Forest. Land of Oz and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
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Sugar Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • A cable car system in a mountainous area with lush green hills.
    Sugar Mountain Resort
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A suspension bridge over a rocky mountain with lush greenery.
    Grandfather Mountain
    18 min drive - 18.6 km
  • A person walking on a yellow brick road surrounded by greenery.
    Beech Mountain Resort
    22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • A campus with a large building, a gazebo, and a tree with orange leaves.
    Appalachian State University
    28 min drive - 30.3 km
  • A train traveling through a lush green forested area.
    Tweetsie Railroad
    33 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Banner Elk Cafe
    12 min drive
  • Blink Elk Tap Room
    11 min drive
  • Kettell Beerworks
    15 min drive
  • Town Tavern of Banner Elk
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk located?

Located in the mountains, this Banner Elk holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Sugar Mountain Resort, Linville River and Grandfather Mountain State Park. Sugar Creek Gem Mine is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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BEAR PAUSE amazing mountain views atop Sugar Mountain mins from Banner Elk Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The unit is in really good condition and everything was clean. We had a couple of questions for the host and they were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view. Host was quick to respond. Place was well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Fantastic

This was a really really nice property and the views were incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Blake G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great with the condo and we would definitely stay again. Our only suggestion would be for the owner to install a thermostat that can be adjusted remotely so the unit can be warmed prior to guest arrival. When we arrived, the outside temperature was in the 30s and the inside temperature was 55, and it took approximately seven hours for the unit to warm up. Other than that, everything was excellent and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Great stay in Sugar Mountain

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Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great clean space with a fantastic view.

Overall this is a great place. Super clean with plenty of room for 6 adults and the 3 bathrooms were ideal. Easy drive to Sugar mountain resort. I would say 4WD or AWD is a must during the winter for this location but they seem to keep the roads fairly clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Evren R.

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

Excellent condo

Stayed in this condo and took kids to skiing in sugar mountain. Location is great which you can walk to the slopes. Condo has everything you might needed. It was clean and views from the porch is gorgeous. We recommend it and would definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful!!

Great place to beat the summer heat. Kitchen is stocked with everything you could need and more. View cannot be beat. Easy check in and out. Pictures do not do it justice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

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

Snow Day in the Mountains!!

I think this property was made specifically for us, on the perfect weekend we chose. The stars aligned perfectly, and we found Bear Pause! We actually drove up the mountain and got to trudge through snow up to our knees with snow in our hair as we came to our weekend paradise. Our friends who had never seen snow thought it was super cool (literally and figuratively) and so did we!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mariah G.

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

Quiet and Comfortable

My family and I (2 adults and 3 teens) came post Christmas for skiing. Bit of a hiccup getting in as the code wasn’t communicated in VRBO but I contacted the property manager and she immediately responded with the code. The code didn’t work but she was able to give me a code that did. She was also on vacation but she was prompt in ensuring I was still cared for and even checked in early. Veda was professional and helpful and wonderful to work with. Beds were comfortable, well stocked kitchen, conveniently located to just about everything. Only thing stated should have been there that wasn’t was there were no outside furniture and no grill but that may have been put away given the weather conditions but not sure. Plenty of games to play and cable to watch. Wish the living room had a smart TV but we made the most of it. Plenty of room for the 5 of us but the pull out couch in the loft needs a new mattress. There was a foam topper on it but that didn’t really help. Only other thing that I would say is the dryer took about two hours to dry a basic load. May just need to clean out the dryer vent. Overall it was a nice stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Beautiful spot

We loved being up in the clouds! The condo was comfy and close to everything. We were very relaxed and felt right at home there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Great condo

Property was very clean and functional when we showed up. Veda communicated excellently as well. Would stay here again for sure. Great location to the summit to ski/snowboard down the mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Connor M.

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

Mountain Views

Bear Pause was the perfect place for my new wife and I to start off our lives together. The views were incredible and the ski In and Out aspect was perfect. The drive up is steep so make sure your Car is good but it is well worth it. We love Banner Elk and will certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Beautiful property and location

This is an amazing property with a large covered deck to watch the expansive view of the mountains. The condo has lovely furnishings, comfortable beds, and a well stocked kitchen for any cooking needs. We’ve stayed in several VRBO and this was one of the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Z.

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Perfect Weekend Getaway

Beautiful weekend. Location is great. Host is super responsive. Very well equipped. Gorgeous view. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Ski trip

Very cozy condo with amazing views!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Perfect stay

This was the perfect location. We were able to ski, build a snowman and have a snowball fight! All for a little 4 year old who got to see and play in the snow for the 1st time. The view from the condo was beautiful and expansive!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Maynard W.

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

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024