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The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Lobby
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14687 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Banner Elk, NC
  • Apple Hill Farm
    5 min drive
  • Banner Elk Winery
    6 min drive
  • Lees-McRae College
    10 min drive

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About the area

Banner Elk

A family-friendly stay in Banner Elk awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 3.9 km (2.5 mi) from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Apple Hill Farm. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with cable channels, and home features 5.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a furnished balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and gas grills. Plus you'll find a hot tub. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Banner Elk holiday home include Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort.

What's nearby

  • Apple Hill Farm - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Appalachian State University - 20 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 22 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪5506' Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kettell Beerworks - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!

Live like royalty in The Castle at Valle Crucis! This breathtaking home, perched on a mountaintop overlooking peaceful Valle Crucis, is more than just your next vacation home: it's a truly one-of-a-kind, carefully crafted destination offering over 10,000 square feet of living space, tasteful furnishings, game room, theater room, 5 fireplaces, hot tub, and long range mountain views.

Enter the Castle via a stone patio to imported antique wooden double door archway and antique imported church doors. The foyer has 24 foot ceilings and paneling imported from England, polished wood floors, enormous chandelier, grand staircase to the second floor. A knight's suit of armor waits to greet you, and a striking half-bath is located around the corner with a toilet and bidet.

To the right of the foyer is the grand ballroom, arranged as a welcoming living space with parquet hardwood floors and three distinct seating areas as well as a stone gas log fireplace. The furnishings in this room, as throughout the entire home, are exquisite antique and vintage pieces. Overhead are three crystal antique chandeliers. There are two sets of glass double doors leading to the verandah outside.

The covered verandah is a wonderful place to gather rain or shine. It is dominated by a breathtaking wood burning fireplace over 400 years old, imported from Italy and originally used in a monastery. There is a selection of patio furnishings as well as a picnic table here ready for you to relax and enjoy the cool mountain breezes and beautiful views. Out here you'll also find a gas grill and an 8-person Four Winds Spas hot tub.

Back inside, off the ballroom is the formal dining room, with another beautiful chandelier, a long dining table, and 10 plush chairs. There is a second dining area by the kitchen, with a table for 8 next to a decorative fireplace and the walk in pantry with ample storage space. The showstopping kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring exposed beams, stone tile floors, yards of blue granite counters, professional grade stainless steel appliances including a 7-burner gas range and a Subzero French door refrigerator, double ovens, pot filler, 3-basin copper sink, custom cabinets, and all the appliances, equipment, and dishes you'll need to create delicious meals.

A few steps from the kitchen is a sunroom with wrought iron windows and stone walls, featuring a breakfast table for 4 as well as a door to the parking area. You'll also find a huge laundry room and access to the two-car garage, as well as the Morganite Pink Room with Queen bed and Roku TV and its next-door full bathroom with tub/shower and bidet.

Around the corner from the sunroom is the library. Created to be a fun gathering space for all ages while evoking the hazy pubs of olde England, here you'll find built in shelves with over 2,000 books, a gas log fireplace with a big TV over the mantle, a pool table over a plush Oriental rug, a sitting area, plaster molded ceilings, and there's even a vintage tobacco Native American statue keeping silent watch in the corner.

The second floor of The Castle, accessed by the grand staircase, offers several luxurious sleeping accommodations.

The primary suite, the Emerald Green Room, encompasses the entire area over the ballroom and offers a King bed, carved antique marble fireplace, TV with cable and Roku, makeup vanity table bathed in natural light from the large windows, a sitting area, private balcony, and an oversized walk-in closet. Its private ensuite bath features twin pedestal sinks, an antique clawfoot iron glamour soaking tub, separate glassed in shower, and a water closet with toilet and bidet.

The second suite on this floor, the Peridot Green room, offers a King bed, TV with cable and Roku, private balcony, and a private bathroom with a toilet, bidet, and a tub/shower with waterfall head.

The third suite on this floor, the Ruby Red Room, offers a King bed, TV with cable and Roku, and a private bathroom with a toilet, bidet, laundry chute, and a tub/shower.

The fourth and fifth bedrooms on this floor, the Jade Green Room and the Amethyst Purple Room, share access to the fourth full bathroom with tub/shower with rainhead showerhead, toilet, and bidet. The Grass Green Room has two Queen beds and a Roku TV, and the Purple Room has a King bed and Roku TV.

The top floor of The Castle has been converted into an amazing game and theater room! The walls are lined with framed authentic theater-used movie posters. Up here you will find another half bathroom, ping pong table, bumper pool table, foosball table, card table, a leather sectional couch and 4 theater-style reclining seats facing a huge TV, a snack bar with mini-fridge and a microwave, and a workout area with yoga mats, dumbbells, water cooler, and its own little TV for inspirational workout videos.

The Castle at Valle Crucis is located just minutes from the heart of historic Valle Crucis in the scenic community of Matney. A short hike to a scenic waterfall is just down the road, along with the beautiful Valle Crucis Community Park where you can fish, have a picnic, and play at the playground. Downtown Banner Elk is just 10 minutes away, as well. Boone and Blowing Rock are about 20-25 minutes away.

Don't wait – book your next getaway to The Castle today and live like royalty!

IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You will receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25 plus tax per night.
- To reach The Castle, you will need to climb the mountain! The driveway is paved but it is one lane, very steep, and it has multiple switchbacks. It is navigable with a regular car. All vehicles coming during the winter months absolutely must come with 4WD or AWD and tires with good tread, and chains will also be necessary during winter months. Vehicles over 20 feet in length should not try to navigate this driveway.
- The Castle offers ample open-air paved parking for 6-7 vehicles, as well as space for 2 vehicles in the garage that guests may use.
- Events of any kind may NOT be held at The Castle. Please do not ask for an exception.
- All reservations at The Castle are subject to a $1,500 refundable security deposit.
- The Castle is equipped with many valuable and irreplaceable antique pieces of art and furniture. Children should absolutely be always kept under supervision and not allowed to horseplay.
- Due to its size and scale, same-day turnarounds are not permitted. A minimum of one day block will be required between all reservations.
- The only TVs in The Castle that offer cable TV are noted in the description. All other TVs offer Roku streaming services.
- Please observe a quiet hour of 10PM as there are full time residents in the valley below, and sound travels quite far in these mountains.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. NCREC License Number: 298198
-This home is not pet friendly. Thank you for not bringing pets into this home.
-CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings canceled within 24 hours of their creation will receive a full refund of payments. Bookings canceled more than 24 hours after their creation are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

Property manager

Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Unit size: 7,395 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

478311

Frequently asked questions

Does The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!.

Is The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a gas grill, it's no surprise that The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more! is a hit with families.

Is there a private hot tub at The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!?

No, The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more!?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Castle At Valle Crucis: Live Like A King! Over 10K sq ft, View, hot tub, pool table, and more! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Castle
We thoroughly enjoyed everything about the castle! We had one great grandparent, 3 sets of grandparents, and 2 married couples each with a 10 month old baby. Everyone loved the views, the enormity of the castle itself, the wood burning fireplace on the back porch (many s’mores consumed) the basketball goal, the pool table, ping pong table, foosball table (one of the best I’ve ever played on), the theatre, hot tub etc, etc. Jason’s (property manager) communication was great. We obviously loved it but there were a few negatives. The ladies all loved the kitchen (dual ovens, 8 burner gas stove, copper sinks, 2 dishwashers, butlers pantry) but they all had the same complaint. The ovens either got too hot and burnt the food or barely warmed up. Seems it needs to be re-calibrated? The trek up the driveway is no joke. We had perfect weather and it was still an eye opener even in my truck (but definitely doable). The coffee pot had a hole in the glass carafe. There were two other single Keurig machines but we’re all big coffee drinkers so went out and bought a cheap replacement pot. We never could get any of the indoor gas fireplaces to work? The closet in the Master Bedroom had no light (assume light bulbs burnt out). And finally, one of the tub/showers had a busted mechanism to swap from tub to shower. Stuck in shower position. All that to say, the impact on us was minimal and we loved the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle Views
We enjoyed our time at the Castle. Beautiful property with gorgeous views! This did not disappoint!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical experience in an exotic castle...
This trip was a reunion of friends from all over the world and the USA...and we wanted something private and exotic...and this castle fit the bill. First: the castle itself was extraordinary. I don't think I've seen anything like it listed in VRBO. Each room was perfect with amazing views (though more on this later) with a generous kitchen, good dining rooms and a fantastic living room centered around a fireplace. It felt like we were in Wayne Manor. The area itself was also exceptional in terms of dining, which was the main excuse for us to venture out. I don't think we had a bad meal the entire time. That said: a few things of note: When they say the driveway is 'tricky' they aren't kidding. I found myself driving other people's cars who weren't confident about navigating up the steep switchbacks. Best advice: either 4 wheel drive...OR...know how to drive in low-gear. Really any car can make the ascent if you take it slow. In winter...well that's another story. The other thing to know...and I've commented to the hosts on this...there are no curtains in the bedrooms. Now..privacy isn't an issue...you're on a mountain miles from anyone...the real issue is the sun waking you up so early every morning! So...sleep masks recommended. Other than that...it really was a magical place and we plan on returning sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
App State Graduation
The property has tremendous potential. The location is fantastic however the access road to the property is not well maintained and therefore creates a more difficult experience than it should be to drive up or down.Once inside the views are breathtaking but the home is overwhelmed with maintenance issues. Upstairs showers do not drain properly. AC unit 1 doesn’t work. Air intake/return has incorrect air filter size which attributes to the massive amount of dust and dirt found throughout the interior. Master bath shower is missing a shower valve and has massive floor staining and corrosion. The exterior fire place needs repair on the hearth. Two flus, kitchen fireplace and main ballroom fire place do not stay fully open without the assistance of a paper clip. The kitchen double stoves are Dacor and need maintenance and calibration as they do not read the proper temperature and they do not cycle through the pre heat/ bake cycle correctly. The kitchen sink has a insink compactor that smells and the sink itself needs a very thorough cleaning. Main dinning area wall light fixture switch plates are made of wood and look as if they have been exposed to high levels of moisture such that the finish is sticky. Kitchen to main dining area as a large rock holding the door in one direction. Remote controls for the fire place in kitchen, library, main bedroom do not work. Only remote for fire places that works is in main ball room Third floor smells musty.Sheets were dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gay R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Castle
Everything was amazing and beyond exectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
PRINCESS FOR A WEEKEND
We loved everything about this “CASTLE.” We had 10 adults and more than enough room for everyone to relax and have their own space. There was a ton of seating for hanging out and for dining together as a group. We don’t have one bad thing to say about this place….we will be renting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay at Castle!
There are simply no words. It was exceptional! I never write reviews, but this place was royalty.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J., Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible castle
All aspects of this property are well described. Extremely steep drive with switchbacks. 4WD plus snow chains were needed on our visit. Section of roof on master bedroom balcony had collapsed and tarp covered. It did not affect use of the house. All bedrooms were very comfortable. Hot tub was a hit as were the table games in rec rooom. Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Little River

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Friendsgiving Trip for 6 couples
Property was just as described. Beautifully decorated and lots of room to spread out. The game room was a hit for the men to watch football. We loved spending time at the large dining table that was large enought to seat everyone. The only problem we had was the ice maker in the refridgerator did not work and according to the property manager who was quick to arrive, it has never worked. For a house of this size this is a big inconvenience and dissapointment. I would expect ice to be provided or at least mentioned in the description. Otherwise, the property is magnificent once you arrive!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
We loved everything about this house - it was huge and plenty of space for our party of 15. We had a big “thanksgiving” dinner and the kitchen had everything, and so much space to for us to sit and eat. The castle motif was fun for the kids and the beds were comfortable. Just as advertised… We loved our stay and will be back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

luke b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
What an impressive home. It was everything it says it was. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Castle
Absolutely amazing house. The family had a wonderful time. Take notice of needing a 4x4 to heart. A regular 2x drive vehicle will not make the driveway to the house safely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis W., Louisville, Kentucky

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and stunning castle
It’s hard to describe just how perfect this property is for a large group, but it’s great. The property is huge, luxurious, and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

LOU E., Bald Head Island, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home magnificent views
Our group had a great time! Your home is beautiful and we enjoyed our time in the Castle! Suggestions: with limited cell service a better stronger WIFI service is needed. Kitchen: need dish towels, ovens not heating properly and racks need to be repositioned, ice maker not working. HOT tub is fabulous but temp was 70 degrees when we arrived. We absolutely loved our stay with 10 friends for my birthday and will be back! Above is suggestions not negatives!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Christmas Castle
The entire family enjoyed our stay at the "Christmas Castle". Many memories were made we enjoyed watching basket ball, playing in game room and pool room. Library was enjoyed by some. The kitchen was great stock to cook, gather and enjoy great meals. Thanks for sharing your gorgeous home. We look forward to coming again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022