A and W Rentals provides perfect accommodations to the mountains of Western North Carolina,
including Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, Linville, Sugar Mountain


 











Things to do in Banner Elk NC and the area -

Throughout the year, Banner Elk North Carolina in the Blue Ridge Mountains have much to offer visitors. Each of the four seasons has its own magic here in the High Country:


Winter
is spectacular with four major ski resorts in our area. Many of our Beech Mountain vacation rentals are located near the Ski Beech Resort.  Our Banner Elk NC cabins and vacation homes are near the Sugar Mountain Ski Resort. We also have vacation rentals near Hawksnest Ski Resort.  So if you are looking for wonderful ski lodging to take advantage of skiing, snowboarding, tubing, sledding, ice skating, or just enjoying the snow, this is the place to be when those white flakes begin to fall.


Spring
in the High Country brings a profusion of color on the ground and in the trees, and the birds are everywhere singing to their heart's content. You can once again travel the entire Blue Ridge Parkway to take in the beautiful scenery. As you pass the streams and lakes in the High Country area, you'll see trout fisherman reveling in their beloved sport. In April you will find the perfect Bristol Race rental here at A and W.

Summer
in the High Country offers escape from the heat since nature provides the natural air-conditioning. Summer sports abound: golf, tennis, fishing, swimming, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, caving, hiking, gem mining, antiquing, shopping, wild life viewing --- there is something for everyone in your group. The Grandfather Mountain Highland Games in early July each year are extremely popular. In late August we once again offer that perfect Bristol Race rental to enthusiasts of the sport.

 

Autumn sets the Blue Ridge Mountains ablaze with magnificent fall color. Photographers and hikers will love this time of year. With the first weekend in October comes the "October at Oz Festival” on Beech Mountain and the third weekend of the month is highlighted by the "Woolly Worm Festival”  in Banner Elk and the “Valle Crucis Country Fair.”

We have included just SOME of the many things to do and see in and around Banner Elk NC...and many have links below for your convenience!

We offer vacation rentals that are within a short distance from many of the well-known family attractions, such as Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns and more!

To browse our three pages of vacation homes and cabins, just click on "Rental Properties".

Attractions | Ski Resorts | Winter Activities | Golf Resorts | Tennis | Fishing
Outdoor Adventures | Horseback Riding | Restaurants | Churches | Services | Shopping

 

Attractions:  
Blue Ridge Parkway

http://www.blueridgeparkway.org
(800-VISITNC)
 

Grandfather Mountain http://www.grandfather.com
(800-468-7325)
 
Linville Caverns http://www.linvillecaverns.com
(800-419-0540)
 
Roan Mtn. State Park http://www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/
 
The Blowing Rock http://www.theblowingrock.com
(828-295-7111)
 
Tweetsie Railroad http://www.tweetsie.com
(800-526-5740)
 
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Ski Resorts:  
Appalachian Ski Resort http://www.appskimtn.com
(800-322-2373)
 
Hawksnest Ski Resort http://www.skihawk.com
(800-822-4205)
 
Ski Beech Ski Resort http://www.skibeech.com
(800-438-2093)
 
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort http://www.skisugar.com
(800-SUGAR MT)
 
Beech Meadows Ski Shop Beech Meadows has specials on ski rentals
and also offers A and W tenants a $2 discount
on ski equipment rentals. Their prices are
competitive to begin with so you can save
even more.
http://www.skibeechmeadows.com
(828-387-4777)
 
Fred’s General Mercantile (Beech Mountain) Fred's ski shop has ski rental equipment,
last minute accessories or that complete
ski outfit you've been waiting for.
http://www.fredsgeneral.com
(828-387-4838)
 

You can count on Ski North Carolina for all of the information that you need - Ski Rentals, Ski Reports, Road Conditions, the area's ONLY LIVE DATA Weather Station and more! That's what makes us Number One! http://www.skinorthcarolina.com

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Winter Activities:  
Ice Skating Ski Beech has ice skating
for $12 for a 2-hour session, including
skate rental.
http://www.skibeech.com/iceskating.html
 
Sledding During the winter months, the
Town of Beech Mountain offers a public
sledding hill for kids of all ages. With
snow-making capabilities, the hill is
open all winter for your enjoyment. The
sledding hill is located adjacent to Town
Hall on Beech Mountain
 
Tubing Tubing is available at Sugar
Ski Resort and Hawksnest Ski Resort.
 
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Golf Resorts:  
Beech Mountain Club Golf Course (private) Golf on exclusive course. We have a number
of rentals that offer Beech Mountain Club
guest access.
Courses open to the public:  
Boone Golf Club http://www.boonegolfclub.com
(866-532-4653)
 
Hawksnest Golf Club (Seven Devils) http://www.hawksnest-resort.com/golf/
(828-963-6565)
 
Mountain Glen Golf Club (Newland) 828-733-5804
 
Roan Valley Golf Club (Mtn. City, TN) 423-727-7931
 
Sugar Mountain Golf Club 828-898-6464
 
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Tennis:  
Beech Mountain Club Fee with guest privileges
 
Buckeye Lake Recreation Area (Beech Mtn.) Outdoor courts free to public New indoor courts
Outdoor playground, softball diamond, and basketball courts free to public. New facility has indoor gym, fitness, tennis, dining & meeting area. Fee for use of indoor facilities.
$7 per 1 1/2 hour.

 
Lees-McRae College courts, (at Williams Gym) Hickory Nut Gap Road in Banner Elk: Available in summer: Outdoor courts are free to public, but call ahead for guaranteed court time. There is a fee for use of indoor courts; call ahead for reservations. Lessons/Clinics and Tournaments are also offered.
828-898-2547
 
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Fishing:  
Lake Coffee Recreation Area on Beech Mountain: Walking/jogging path, basketball & fishing
Wildcat Lake in Banner Elk Swimming, fishing & picnicking. Call Grandfather Home for Children at 828-898-5393 to reserve a covered pavilion
 
Buckeye Lake offers fishing on Beech Mountain.  Fishing poles available for rent
(828) 387-3003
 
Fishing Info: here are many small lakes for catching those mountain trout. NC fishing license for Out of State (including trout stamp): 1 Day $20; 3 days - $25; yearly - $40
 
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Outdoor Adventures
(i.e., white water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, bicycling, caving, climbing, rappelling):
River and Earth Adventures, Inc. Whitewater Rafting, Kayak Instruction, Caving and Hiking, ECO-Education, Canoeing: Guided and Overnights

Val Crucis, NC, near Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk and Beech Mountain
www.raftcavehike.com
(866-411-RAFT)
Gem Mountain

Gem Mountain is a great place to experience the wonder and excitement of prospecting for gemstones in a very pleasant and comfortable atmosphere.  Keep all the stones you find.  We tried it, found lots of stones and had a great time!  Gem Mountain is located on Highway 226 between Spruce Pine and the Blue Ridge Parkway and is open year-round. It's about a 45 minute drive from our office in Banner Elk.  Find treasures that will last a lifetime and have an experience to match!  Visit Gem Mountain and share the history, tradition and excitement of gemstone mining. 888-817-5829 & 828-765-6130 
www.gemmountain.com
 
Watauga Lake tours


 
Come aboard Captain Wally Bender's "Toy Box" for hours of outdoor fun and adventure on beautiful Watauga Lake.  Let Captain Wally provide you with a great trip on his pontoon boat that can comfortably hold groups up to 10 persons.  Your family can enjoy fishing, kayacking, site-seeing & 2-hour sunset cruises with Captain Wally.  We took the sunset cruise and recommend it highly!  He will even help you plan a memorable party, wedding or anniversary celebration on the lake.  For information or reservations, call Captain Wally at 423-768-2548,  423-957-6766 or Fish Springs Marina at 423-768-2336.  www.wataugalaketours.com
 
Appalachian Adventures, Todd, NC Bicycling, canoeing, kayaking & river tubing
http://appalachianadventures.com
(336-877-8800)
Edge of the World Outfitters, Banner Elk Climbing, kayaking & whitewater rafting
http://www.edgeoworld.com
(800-789-EDGE)
 
Extreme Raft & Guide Service, Banner Elk Ripboarding (river boarding) & whitewater rafting
http://www.extremenc.com
(828-898-7669)
 
High Mountain Expeditions Caving, hiking, kayaking, mountain bike tours,
waterfall tours & whitewater rafting
http://www.highmountainexpeditions.com 
(800-262-9036)
 

Whether you are looking for interesting walks and trails, fishing guides, gem mining, or an exhilarating day of snow skiing...we've tried to cover it all.Visit http://www.highcountryoutdoors.com

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Horseback Riding:  
Banner Elk Stables 828-898-5424
 
Chadi Farm
 
http://www.chadifarm.com
(828-963-5399)
 
Dutch Creek Trails
 
http://dutchcreektrails.tripod.com
(828-297-7117)
 
Elk River Quarter Horse Stables 828-898-9083
 
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Restaurants:  
The Banner Elk Cafe

The Banner Elk Cafe now offers a beautiful courtyard, located directly in the middle of the New Lodge Espresso Bar and Pizzeria and coming soon, a new ice cream parlor. Courtyard diners will enjoy being served fare from all 3 restaurants. There will be live entertainment on weekends. The Banner Elk Cafe serves a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. A wide range of nightly specials are sure to please any palate. Children's menu available. The Lodge Espresso Bar and Pizzeria offers fare from Espresso, frappes, fruit smoothies, fresh fruit salads, bagels, pastries and delectable desserts. The Pizzeria delivers free. Cafe: 828-898-4040;  Lodge & Pixxeria: 828-898-4242
 
Dunn's Deli

Dunn's Deli: Dunn’s Deli serves only the finest Boar’s Head meats, cheeses, soups, and salads. All sandwiches are made to order on your choice of bread with the toppings and sauces you like. They also offer some popular specialty sandwiches which their customers have come to love. Wait until you take a bite of the Perry House Melt, the Avalanche or the Not So Basic BLT. You’ll wish you had a Dunn’s Deli in your home town!  828-898-3535 (toll free 877-806-4280)
 
Mona's Starlight Cyber Cafe

Mona's Starlight Cyber Cafe: Surf the net, read, listen to music or poetry readings, even be involved in game playing or exciting theme nights, all the while enjoying wonderful coffee, espresso, or tea beverages, fresh fruit smoothies, pastries, or delicious Italian-style grilled sandwiches called Paninis. Children can play in the "Kids' Corner," where there is an abundant amount of books, games, and toys. Mona's magical decor enhances the getaway feeling where anyone can sit back, relax and just "stop and smell the coffee." 828-898-9184 www.monascybercafe.com/
 
Shirley’s Home Cooking, Hampton, TN Call for Fri., Sat. and Sun. hours
423-768-2092
 
Zuzda Tapas Restaurant

Zuzda Tapas Restaurant and Bar offers a huge selection of appetizers and spirits in an Aladdin's Cave atmosphere. As everyone knows who has visited this establishment, "they have a delicious eclectic cuisine of small taste portions made to allow enjoyment of lots of different food items without being too filling." 828-898-4166
 

For a complete list of all other restaurants in the area,check High Country Dining at http://www.highcountrydining.com .

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Churches:
Our staff are members of the following 2 churches in the area:
Banner Elk Presbyterian Church (8:30 AM & 11:00 AM Services)
828-898-5406
Banner Elk United Methodist Church (11:00 AM Service)
828-898-9729
These are just 2 of many wonderful churches from which to
choose and who would welcome your attendance.
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Services:  
Ashi Therapy Holistic Healing Center
 
http://www.ashitherapy.com
(828-898-5555)
 
Cannon Memorial Hospital
434 Hospital Drive, Linville  www.averyhealthcare.org  
828-737-7000
 
Food Lion Highway 184 (Tynecastle Highway), Banner Elk. If you want to order things ahead (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Birthdays, Anniversaries), give them a call.   828-898-6318
 
Mountaineer Landscaping, Inc.
(Landscape Design Center & Flower Shop)
387 Highway 105, Linville:  Full-time Floral Designer; fresh cut flowers delivered 6 days a week (Banner Elk, Foscoe, Crossnore, Newland & Linville);  FREE delivery to Cannon Hospital & Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home; FTD & 1-800-FLOWERS wire service; fresh & silk arrangements from traditional to contemporary, readymade or custom designed;  Open 9 to 5 - Monday thru Saturday  828-733-3726 / 888-733-0234
 
Lowe's Foods 4000 Highway 105 (behind Grandfather Center), Banner Elk.  If you want to order things ahead (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Birthdays, Anniversaries), give them a call.
 
Mona's Starlight Cyber Cafe Mona's Starlight Cyber Cafe:  Bring your own laptop or use their computers to surf the internet.  Also, Mona's has a wonderful gift shop.  Her beautiful extremely creative gift baskets are just an example.  She designed some baskets for A and W, and she can do the same for your special occasion.  Delivery can be arranged for a small fee.  828-898-9184
 
Rachel's Reflections Salon (hair & nails) 828-898-3999
 
Tri-Cities Regional Airport (1-1/2 hr. drive) 2525 Highway 75, Blountville, TN
http://www.triflight.com
(423-325-6000)
 
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (2 hr. drive) 5501 Birmingham Pkwy., Charlotte, NC
http://www.charlotteairport.com
(704) 359-4013)
 
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Shopping:
If your passion is shopping, you are in luck! You can spend the day shopping at the Emporium Shoppes at the Village and The Great Train Robbery, BOTH conveniently located in Banner Elk. Lunch will be great as both Banner Elk shopping areas have wonderful restaurants. While Fred's General Store on the Mountain is charming and has a little bit ofeverything, The Mast General Stores in Valle Crucis or Boone are a must see! The area offers lots of craft and antique shops, but be sure and reservea day for shopping at the Outlet Mall (35 stores) and many fine shops in the town of Blowing Rock.
 
Fred’s General Mercantile (Beech Mountain)
 
http://www.fredsgeneral.com
(828-387-4838)
 
Mast General Store, Valle Crucis http://www.mastgeneralstore.com
(828-963-5857)
 
Tanger Outlet Center (Blowing Rock)
 
http://www.tangeroutlet.com
(800-720-6728)
 
The Great Train Robbery (Banner Elk)
 
http://www.thegreattrainrobbery.com
(828-898-8645)
 
Downtown Blowing Rock has many boutiques,
antique shops, restaurants & pubs.
 
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Our office is conveniently located in the Sunrise Shopping Center on Main Street in Banner Elk at the base of Beech Mountain, where Hwy. 184 and Hwy. 194 intersect. We invite you to view all of our rental properties and contact us by phone at 828-898-9188 or Use Our Online Request Form to ask questions or request reservations.
 

Services:   Contact Information:
  • Vacation Rentals
  • Property Management
  • Real Estate Sales
 
  • A and W Rentals
  • 486 Main Street / Sunrise Shopping Center
  • P.O. Box 2445, Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604
  • 1-828-898-9188 (local)
  • 1-828-898-9501 (fax)

                          



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