Downtown Banner Elk’s Elkheart Cottage

Elkheart Cottage is back! Set in a peaceful, family-oriented neighborhood walking distance to downtown Banner Elk, Elkheart Cottage is a fully remodeled, tastefully decorated, and cozy mountain cottage. The space Important update 10/1/25: While we are normally a cat-free property, we have had a Helene-affected family staying at the property for the past 6 months while their home was renovated from storm damage. There was a cat amongst the guests. We have cleaned the properly thoroughly from top to bottom, but if you have a high sensitivity to cat dander, then there could be a chance that you could experience a reaction. Two-night minimum stay required.* Nightly Rental Rates**: 1-2 Guests $175/night 3 Guests $185/night 4 Guests $195/night 5 Guests $205/night -Pet fee (No more than three (3) dogs with a total combined weight of less than 100 pounds; See pet policy first, below) $75 one-time fee, non-refundable. NOTE THAT AIRBNB SOMETIMES ROLLS THE PET FEE INTO THE NIGHTLY RENTAL RATE IN THE BOOKING QUOTE. -Cleaning fee $75 -Tax 12.75% *Note: During the Christmas-New Years holiday season between December 22-January 3, a 5-night minimum stay is required. **Please note that, in order to keep our rates more affordable for small groups (1-2 people), we have a $10/per night charge for each guest beyond the first two. This covers increased utilities, laundry, and wear and tear. Please read Booking Notes at the bottom before booking. ************************ The cottage sleeps up to five comfortably, with a queen bed in the master bedroom, another queen bed in the second bedroom, and an IKEA Lycksele Lovas Sleeper Sofa in the office/den. The single, shared bathroom has a large tub. Please note that this is an older model Jacuzzi tub and the Jacuzzi function no longer works. All towels and bed linens are provided. A washer and dryer is also included with the property. We have wireless, broadband Internet, and Smart TVs in the living rooms, both bedrooms, and the office/den. A selection of board games and books, including a North Carolina travel and local lore collection, are provided for some old-fashioned enjoyment. There are large, gated decks on both the front and the back of the cottage. The front deck has excellent southern exposure and is outfitted with comfortable deck furniture perfect for relaxing outdoors. A family-friendly rental, we have a selection of toys for those guests that request them, along with various safety gear, a pack-n-play, and play yard. The kitchen is fully stocked with all cookware, utensils, and dishes. We also offer a selection of complimentary teas and coffees. For the outdoor sports enthusiasts, secure outdoor storage for skis and bikes is provided. Elkheart Cottage has parking for two vehicles. A third vehicle could be accommodated in a crunch, at the nearby (5-minute walk) Town Hall/Park. We are a dog-friendly rental with some limitations/requirements and a one-time, non-refundable pet fee of $75 for the stay. Limitations are three (3) dogs with a total, combined weight of no more than 100 lbs. Pets are not permitted on any furniture. Pets will need to be restrained when left alone on the premises in either your own crate(s) or an indoor play yard we can provide free of charge. Dogs must be under the owner's control on a 6-foot leash at all times when outside. Pet owners are required to clean up after their pets both indoors and outdoors. Waste baggies are available. A stick vacuum is available in the front closet and if your dog or dogs are shedders, it would be sincerely appreciated if you would do a quick sweep with the vacuum before departing. There are small children, many other pets, and some livestock (chickens) living in the surrounding neighborhood. No aggressive or unleashed dogs will be tolerated. No cats permitted. Guest access You will have full access to all areas of the property. Other things to note Please review the House Rules below.