SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16
5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)House in Watauga, NC
18 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Relax and enjoy everything this beautiful home has to offer. The Ruskamp Retreat is a spacious mountain retreat with plenty of room for everyone. There is plenty of space and activities to entertain your whole family. Ruskamp retreat is only 2 miles to downtown Banner Elk, giving access to specialty shopping, restaurants, and more. This property is also located just 3 miles from Beech Mountain resort and 5 miles to Sugar Mountain Resort.
This home has plenty of space for families or large groups. The interior of this home has been recently remodeled and updated and features a cozy combination of wood and stone with granite and hardwood floors through out . There are smart televisions in every room and even in a bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of wi fi, gas grill, and a fully accessorized kitchen.
The main floor has three bedrooms. The master is private and comfortable with a king size bed and a en suite bathroom that features double sinks and a walk in shower. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed and is next to a full bathroom. The third bedroom has a full futon bunk bed with a twin on top.
In the basement there is theater seating with a large screen television. There is a bar area with a pool table. There are two bedrooms that share a bathroom, the bathroom has double sinks, a walk in shower and a jacuzzi tub with a television. Each of the bedrooms in the basement have queen sized beds and twin sized bunk beds. Ruskamp has plenty of parking on the main level as well as the lower level for easier access to the basement.
The activities in the area are endless. You could ski or snowboard, ice skate, tubing or sledding in the winter. In the summer you could trout fish, hike to waterfalls or stunning views, golf, gem mining, or just enjoy the beautiful weather. And of course there is always the wonderful winery"s to visit year round.
This home has plenty of space for families or large groups. The interior of this home has been recently remodeled and updated and features a cozy combination of wood and stone with granite and hardwood floors through out . There are smart televisions in every room and even in a bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of wi fi, gas grill, and a fully accessorized kitchen.
The main floor has three bedrooms. The master is private and comfortable with a king size bed and a en suite bathroom that features double sinks and a walk in shower. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed and is next to a full bathroom. The third bedroom has a full futon bunk bed with a twin on top.
In the basement there is theater seating with a large screen television. There is a bar area with a pool table. There are two bedrooms that share a bathroom, the bathroom has double sinks, a walk in shower and a jacuzzi tub with a television. Each of the bedrooms in the basement have queen sized beds and twin sized bunk beds. Ruskamp has plenty of parking on the main level as well as the lower level for easier access to the basement.
The activities in the area are endless. You could ski or snowboard, ice skate, tubing or sledding in the winter. In the summer you could trout fish, hike to waterfalls or stunning views, golf, gem mining, or just enjoy the beautiful weather. And of course there is always the wonderful winery"s to visit year round.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Watauga, NC
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)5.0
Despite the listing and pictures both showing a hot tub. This property didn’t actually have one. We were traveling with five teenagers and six adults, all of which anticipated sitting in a hot tub outside after skiing. It was very disappointing. Other than that everything as shown in the description was accurate. I was very surprised to find VRBO doesn’t offer assistance with an inaccurate listing.
5.0
This home was everything we could have ask for--it was beautiful inside and out. The house supplied everything we could ever need. We had 20 people total in our group (8 adults and 12 children) and there was plenty of space for everyone. Christie was very communicative and answered any questions we had before our arrival. We will definitely book from this owner again. The house was close enough to all the fun activities we had planned-- snow tubing, caverns, shopping, & wilderness coaster. We had such an amazing Framily (friends = family) Vacation! Thank you for helping us make memories.
5.0
Our troop stayed here during our annual ski trip. The house was awesome, very well stocked with everything we needed, and had plenty of room for our troop. The host was amazing and very helpful with all our questions. The location was perfect, especially with the cold, snowy weather during our arrival and stay.
5.0
Another great stay! Perfect weather and the views can't be beat! Ruskamp was immaculate, well stocked, and the hosts were great! Thanks so much! We will definitely be back!
5.0
This is a nice place to stay with plenty of thi n s to do in the area. The listing however had some issues. The media room downstairs was useless since the tv did not work at all despite asking for help. The pool table was in very poor shape as well. Everything else was good.
My only complaint beside the useless media room was that the welcome book and listing did not align and we received a fee for having a pet one night even though the welcome book said pets were welcome. This error was admitted by the owner but still did not refund our fee. When businesses make mistakes, it should be at their cost, not the customers.
5.0
We stayed at Ruskamp. I his house is absolutely beautiful. It has plenty of room for everyone to hang out together or to spread out when you need space. The bedrooms are very comfy, the bathrooms very nice and spacious, and the game room so much fun. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need. The owners were so easy to communicate with and replied to my messages quickly. Our family had a great time and are ready to go back next year.
5.0
We loved our stay at this house. It was perfect for all! The kids loved the basement with the pool table and they enjoyed a spacious living area of their own. The adults enjoyed the main floor and the open living area. Great place for our family and loved how close we were to beech mountain. A 5 minute drive. The kitchen was very well stocked and we had everything we needed to cook breakfasts and dinner. We will always treasure the memories our family made at Ruskamp! Highly recommend!
5.0
We took our youth group skiing, and we had a great time. This house was absolutely great and equipped with everything we needed. Thank you!
5.0
We had a very comfortablestay here. Beautiful, unique, large house with lots of space for entertainment. Very close to Beech mountain ski resort. Easy check in process and excellent communication with Christie.
5.0
What a wonderful place to stay! The home was very spacious and so much larger than I anticipated. It was the perfect location for our winter vacation since I was fearful of driving on icy mountain roads! Super Close to Beech and Sugar Mountain but without all the windy roads Also a very easy short ride to Hawksnest Tubing. We had everything we needed for our trip and more. We had a party of 30 spread out between 3 houses and everyone liked this one the most!!! We were very happy with our stay and will definitely return. We even got to feed the deer that visited us every morning and night.
5.0
This property provided everything we needed and more! Such a beautiful home! Plenty of room, plenty of beds, a great living room with couches for everyone, and a basement with pool and other games! And mother nature cooperated with almost a foot of snow to play in! The property provides plenty of hills to sled down as well. It was by far the best experience we've ever had and provided what I was truly looking for in this trip...plenty of quality family time together!
5.0
We enjoyed Fall Break at Ruskamp so much last year, that we decided to invite a few of our son's friends to do it again this year! Ruskamp was clean well stocked and in perfect order. We were excited to meet Todd, one of the owners, who gave us a warm welcome and provided enough wood for the firepit during our stay. The fall foliage mountain views from the front picture window along with the daily wildlife visitors made our stay! We highly recommend Ruskamp Retreat and plan to visit again!
5.0
My family and friends stayed here for Bristol weekend. It was the perfect home for all of us! House is fully stocked and every one had a comfortable bed to sleep in! I will definitely book again!
5.0
House was perfect for our our family weekend away. Location was awesome and access to home was easy. Impressed how cozy and clean the home was. We loved that it truly felt like a home and not like a rental property. Kitchen and pantry was stocked with everything you could need. The kids especially enjoyed the spacious downstairs area watching tv and playing pool. There was tons of room and space for our two families of four. Newly updated kitchen and baths. Hosts were great and we will definitely be back!
5.0
Wonderful home!
House was perfect for our our family weekend away. Location was awesome and access to home was easy. Impressed how cozy and clean the home was. We loved that it truly felt like a home and not like a rental property. Kitchen and pantry was stocked with everything you could need. The kids especially enjoyed the spacious downstairs area watching tv and playing pool. There was tons of room and space for our two families of four. Newly updated kitchen and baths. Hosts were great and we will definitely be back!
5.0
So much room and such a well stocked kitchen. So close to Sugar mountain and Beech mountain. Beds were super comfortable and the basement with pool table was a blast! We hope to stay there again in the future!
5.0
Great weekend getway
So much room and such a well stocked kitchen. So close to Sugar mountain and Beech mountain. Beds were super comfortable and the basement with pool table was a blast! We hope to stay there again in the future!
5.0
Very spacious
Lots of room with everyone to have there own space. Well stocked kitchen for us cooking each night. Open floor plan. Thank you for sharing your home with us, we loved our trip with easy access to everything we wanted to do in the area.
5.0
Amazing!
We had a wonderful stay. The house is amazing, very clean and updated, spacious, and in a great location - could not have been better. And the owner is very friendly and responsive. We'll be back for sure!
5.0
Excellent Fall Getaway!
Beautiful property in Banner Elk with a very spacious and exceptionally nice home! The mountain views from the front porch are breathtaking and the wildlife on the rear hillside made our trip! The property owners' timely responses to our questions were very helpful and greatly appreciated! We highly recommend this property and will be renting here again!
5.0
Great location. Close to other owners property where the bridesmaids stayed. Close to wedding venue
5.0
Wedding party
Great location. Close to other owners property where the bridesmaids stayed. Close to wedding venue
5.0
Check in was a breeze. The property is fully stocked-from linens (all soft and high quality) to hand soap to toilet paper to laundry soap to paper plates! The pictures are accurately represented and the two walk in showers are lovely!! Friendly deer came to visit for some bread and even brought along a fawn!! There’s a pool table, dart board, and an expansive couch with a high quality tv downstairs. We had to contact the property owner for a minor issue and they were very responsive. The WiFi was spotty in places but mostly excellent. Overall, it was a lovely-a good place to lay your head or to hang out! We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Labor Day Delight
Check in was a breeze. The property is fully stocked-from linens (all soft and high quality) to hand soap to toilet paper to laundry soap to paper plates! The pictures are accurately represented and the two walk in showers are lovely!! Friendly deer came to visit for some bread and even brought along a fawn!! There’s a pool table, dart board, and an expansive couch with a high quality tv downstairs. We had to contact the property owner for a minor issue and they were very responsive. The WiFi was spotty in places but mostly excellent. Overall, it was a lovely-a good place to lay your head or to hang out! We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Overall we had a very nice stay. The kitchen was large and well equipped to cook our meals. Beds were nice and there was plenty of space for our family. Added bonus was the multiple deer that would come around looking for a snack.
5.0
Nice home
Overall we had a very nice stay. The kitchen was large and well equipped to cook our meals. Beds were nice and there was plenty of space for our family. Added bonus was the multiple deer that would come around looking for a snack.
5.0
Place was amazing and fulfilled all of our needs. Kids had a great time and so did the adults. Plenty of things to do near by. Will definitely be coming back again to visit. Hosts were readily available for any questions that needed to be answered.
5.0
Awesome!
Place was amazing and fulfilled all of our needs. Kids had a great time and so did the adults. Plenty of things to do near by. Will definitely be coming back again to visit. Hosts were readily available for any questions that needed to be answered.
5.0
We had a pleasant stay. The house is perfect for large groups, and well updated with nice decor. The location can't be beat, 10 minutes to either Banner Elk or Beech Mountain.
5.0
Nice house in a great location
We had a pleasant stay. The house is perfect for large groups, and well updated with nice decor. The location can't be beat, 10 minutes to either Banner Elk or Beech Mountain.
5.0
Enjoyed our stay...close to slopes, lots of room for family to spread out and plenty of areas to gather. I would stay again.
5.0
Presidents Day Weekend
Enjoyed our stay...close to slopes, lots of room for family to spread out and plenty of areas to gather. I would stay again.
5.0
This is the third year we have stayed at Ruskamp. We love it! There is plenty of room for our family and it is close to Sugar Mountain Ski Resort. We can't wait to go back next year.
5.0
Annual Ski trip to Sugar Mountain
This is the third year we have stayed at Ruskamp. We love it! There is plenty of room for our family and it is close to Sugar Mountain Ski Resort. We can't wait to go back next year.
5.0
Plenty of space, nice layout and beautiful views from the front porch.
5.0
Great house!
Plenty of space, nice layout and beautiful views from the front porch.
5.0
Fabulous!
Can't say enough good things about this property. From location to functionality this home was everything described and more. Thank you Christie for allowing us use of your beautiful home!
5.0
This is the perfect location. It is a short drive to Banner Elk for dining and groceries. We took about a 20-30 min drive to see the Elk River Falls which was well worth it. We had 9 adults and 3 children and there was plenty of room for everyone. The owners have done a fantastic job updating the house. I would definitely recommend.
5.0
Great weekend getaway
This is the perfect location. It is a short drive to Banner Elk for dining and groceries. We took about a 20-30 min drive to see the Elk River Falls which was well worth it. We had 9 adults and 3 children and there was plenty of room for everyone. The owners have done a fantastic job updating the house. I would definitely recommend.
5.0
Nice place
We cooked all our meals there and had all the supplies we needed. When a problem occurred the owner was quick to answer emails and try to fix it.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Watauga?
The average price for a rental in Watauga is $352 per night. This rental is $386 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at SPACIOUS LUXURY LODGE, 5 MIN TO SLOPES 2 FIREPLACES, POOLTABLE sleeps 16 ?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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