Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking
Elk Park, Jefferson County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking Looking for a Creekside cabin that is family friendly with just about every amenity you can think of? Well, your search is over now that you have found the Cardinal's Nest, one of our popular log cabin rentals right on North Carolina's Cranberry Creek! Be it summer fun with bike riding, river tubing, canoeing, kayaking, horseback r...
Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking Looking for a Creekside cabin that is family friendly with just about every amenity you can think of? Well, your search is over now that you have found the Cardinal's Nest, one of our popular log cabin rentals right on North Carolina's Cranberry Creek! Be it summer fun with bike riding, river tubing, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding or winter fun in the game room with a ping pong table, large flat screen HDTV, this home truly provides fun and enjoyment no matter the season. The Cardinal's Nest has four bedrooms, one with a King and two with extra-long full-size beds and the fourth bedroom has two twin size beds. Also, downstairs is a sleeper sofa (queen size). This cozy home will complete your one-of-a-kind mountain stay.Cardinals Nest is located less than thirty minutes to Beech Mountain Ski, and Sugar Mountain ski resort and Hawksnest Tubing & Zipline are both fifteen minutes away. The Town of Banner Elk is just ten minutes up the road for world-class shopping and dining.Sleeping AccommodationsMain Level: Bedroom with KingUpper Level: Two bedrooms, one with an XL Full and another with two TwinsLower Level: Bedroom with an XL Full, Pull-out Queen SofaAdditional Notes:- CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 31-59 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 30 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night. Property offers a wood burning fire-pit located down a steep walkway by the picnic table and river. - The main roads are plowed in winter, but 4WD or AWD vehicles are required November-March, and chains may also be necessary to access all properties in winter months. - All linens and towels provided for your stay-Dogs welcome $25/night per dog plus tax. Max of 4 dogs. Mature, well-trained dogs, only.- Internet is currently Satellite-based with a monthly data cap. It's adequate for checking emails and general web browsing but should NOT be used for streaming, videos, or gaming activities. Depending on your phone carrier, your cell phone signal may or may not work in this location. Verizon is the best coverage here. If your wireless plan supports it you can use your phone's data as a hotspot. - 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 check out is by 10am- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.- 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.NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain RentalsNCREC License Number: 29198
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
Outside
- Fire pit
- Kayak / canoe
- Tennis
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / cable
- Game room
- Ping pong table
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
Nearby activities
- Theme parks
- Water sports
- Water tubing
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Game room
- Microwave
- Tennis court
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
- Mountain view
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Towels provided
- Shower
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Firepit
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- Near a hospital
- On a river
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Kayak
- Tennis
- Fishing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Property located in a resort
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)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- 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
About the area
Elk Park
Located in Elk Park, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar 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 Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lees-McRae College 8 min drive
- Land of Oz 17 min drive
- Beech Mountain Resort 18 min drive
- Sugar Mountain Resort 28 min drive
- Hawksnest Tubing Park 31 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beech Mountain Brewing Company 19 min drive
- 5506' Bar 17 min drive
- Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk 11 min drive
- McDonald's 12 min drive
- Banner Elk Cafe 11 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cardinal's Nest- Along Cranberry Creek, great for tubing, kayaking located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mountain Glen Golf Club, Pisgah National Forest and Lees-McRae College. Flat Top Brewing Company and Banner House Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).