Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat

01/10/2026

❄️ Winter in the NC High Country is Calling 🏔️

Late January through early March is a beautiful time to visit Boone & Banner Elk! Enjoy skiing and snowboarding at nearby Sugar, Beech, and Appalachian Ski Mountain, family-friendly snow tubing at Hawksnest, and seasonal favorites like Blowing Rock WinterFest and the Boone Docs Film Festival.

Add in cozy wineries, charming downtown shopping, great local dining, and peaceful winter hikes — and you’ve got the perfect mountain getaway.

❄️Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat is now booking winter stays — come enjoy all the magic of the High Country! https://www.vacasa.com/unit/113997

06/29/2025

☀️ Summer has officially arrived in NC — and there’s no better way to cool off than escaping to the High Country! 🏞️

We spent the weekend at Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat getting everything ready for our summer guests and discovered a few new favorite activities we can’t wait to share. ✅

Have a favorite High Country summer spot or adventure? Drop it below — we’re always looking to add to the list! 👇✨

01/21/2025

“North Carolina has no shortage of picturesque mountain towns, but Boone tops the list… it’s all about “the greenery, the clean, crisp air, and the views. Also notable is its access to three different ski mountains during the winter, Grandfather Mountain and a handful of epic hikes during the summer, the most stunning fall foliage during autumn, and some of the best weather in the country during the spring. In short, it’s “an outdoor paradise and one of the most unique small Appalachian towns.”

We couldn’t agree more. Let Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat be the place to rest your head when you are in town. https://www.vacasa.com/unit/113997

In a room full of Southerners, it would be nearly impossible to find two with the exact same definition of North Carolina.

01/04/2025

We had our first sizable snow of the year at Happy Ours yesterday and more predicted in the days ahead ❄️ Whether you are into snowskiiing/snowboarding/snow tubing, hiking, shopping or simply relaxing, our home-away-from-home is close to it all! https://www.vacasa.com/unit/113997

10/26/2024

It’s peak leaf season at Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat 🍂🍁 and we, and many local businesses, are open and ready to usher you into the most wonderful time of the year in the High Country! Open for business:

Grandfather Vineyards ✅ 🍷
Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster ✅ 🎢
Appalachian State University foootball ✅ 🏈
Booneshine Brewery ✅ 🍻
Downtown Boone & Blowing Rock ✅ 🎄🛍
A long list of our favorite restaurants ✅ 🍽
Linncove Viaduct on the Blue Ridge Parkway ✅ 🌄
Grandfather Mountain ✅ 🏔

Come see us soon!

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08/18/2024

🍁Sweatshirt mornings have arrived at Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat! We are grateful for our summer guests and look forward to hosting new and returning friends this fall and winter. Book your Happy Ours experience now ⛰️ DM us for special pricing for Facebook friends and returning guests 🍂

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05/24/2024

The hills are alive and everything is green 🌳🌿 at Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat! June and July are booking fast 💨 Don’t pass on the early-season rates before they increase.

05/06/2024

Greetings friends, Spring has finally sprung at Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat! Come enjoy the beautiful green foliage 🌿🍃 that surrounds our property and has brought local trails alive ⛰️ The time is perfect for taking advantage of our low-low-low, off-season rates before they increase for the summer months. There are many things to do this month in the High Country — don’t miss Grandfather Vineyard & Winery’s 13th anniversary, Downtown Blowing Rock’s Art in the Park and Summer Concert Series, and various concerts and shows at The Appalachian Theatre. Come stay with us soon ☀️⛰️ Mark & Beth

5-star mountain cabin with pool & hiking - close to all area sights

03/26/2024

Hop on up to Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat this weekend 🐰for Easter! Take advantage of early spring season rates and a perfect weather forecast ☀️🌷Local events and many adventures await for the entire family + 🌄 live music 🎶 one mile from the cabin at Grandfather Vineyards. Message for additional details or to reserve your dates 🗓️ https://abnb.me/sYAMaGqUhIb

01/27/2024

Welcome to Happy Ours - Banner Elk - Mountain Retreat! Located in the gorgeous Mill Ridge community you'll discover the all-seasons retreat of your dreams! Nestled on the Boone side of Banner Elk, Happy Ours is conveniently located within quick driving distance of Appalachian State University, Grandfather Vineyards, Grandfather Mountain, Sugar and Beech Mountain Ski Resorts, Appalachian Ski Mountain, Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline, the town of Blowing Rock, Tweetie Railroad, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. You won't have to go too far to find fun as the Mill Ridge Community, a former ski resort property, boasts its own trout fishing stream, numerous hiking trails, pool, tennis courts, basketball court, and a clubhouse.

Combining the perfect mix of modern convenience and rustic comfort, the interior of Happy Ours displays a spacious, open floor plan, an abundance of natural lighting, and 180-degree views of the high country. Warm up in front of the stone fireplace while streaming your favorite shows or in an Adirondack chair by the outdoor firepit. Prepare delicious meals in the well-stocked kitchen which boasts modern appliances and dine with total ease at the breakfast bar, formal dining table, or even alfresco on the large deck.

01/27/2024