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Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace

Nestled in the trees of Valle Crucis, NC, Crab Orchard House offers a serene retreat with its expansive rock veranda and mountain creek access. This 2 bedroom home is close to hiking trails, historic sites like the original Mast General Store and Annex and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery.

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Parking available
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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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.

Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace

This High Country getaway is the elegant Crab Orchard House, tucked into the trees down a short gravel road with mountain creek access in Valle Crucis, NC. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers guests plenty of space to relax indoors or outdoors on the expansive rock veranda. The property is ideally located near hiking trails, historic Valle Crucis, the original Mast General Store and Annex, Valle Crucis Park, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery, and the quaint town of Banner Elk. There are two rentals on the property, in addition to the house is the Crab Orchard Guesthouse. Both properties share the driveway/parking area and creek access. Booking both properties together is also an option..

Property amenities

Ski

Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Games
TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Garden

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair
Office

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Gravel flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

No parties! A party will result in removal from the property w/ no refund. Guests required to sign rental agreement. Minimal renter age is 21 y.o.

Smoking in the home will result in a $400 fine. No local rentals allowed, unless approved by host. 3% CC surcharge on all bookings.

Dogs allowed $75/stay max 2 dogs(no cats). Quiet hours are between 10pm-8am.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: $200 pet fee-2 pets max-no cats

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 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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

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.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Banner Elk is home to this holiday 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. Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Valle Crucis, NC

What's nearby

Apple Hill Farm - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Hound Ears Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
Kidd Brewer Stadium - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
Appalachian State University - 18 min drive - 14.7 km
Beech Mountain Resort - 19 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

‪Appalachia Cookie Company - ‬13 min drive
‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬12 min drive
‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬13 min drive
‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Watauga River. Apple Hill Farm and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Crab Orchard House-Valle Crucis-Outdoor Fireplace Reviews

8.0

Very good

6.0/10

Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Ron T.

1 Sept 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Wonderful home but really has a lot of neglected maintenance. Overgrown yard, windows all need cleaning. Dog hair everywhere on carpets and floors. Driveway seriously eroded. Outdoor area and furniture need deep cleaning and pressure washed. Great location and very well designed home.

Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025