Located in Banner Elk, this welcoming cottage brings it all within your reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 7-minute drive to Sugar Mountain Resort or the 3-minute drive to Sugar Creek Gem Mine (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the balcony of this cottage. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

As you settle into this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a BBQ grill, a fireplace, and air conditioning. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher, as well as an ice maker, a microwave, and cookware. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.