Mast Gap Rd

Welcome to your modern mountain farmhouse retreat in Sugar Grove where long-range views, arcade fun, hot tub nights, and cozy mountain living come together for the perfect High Country getaway. With a fire pit patio, 6-person hot tub, game area, dog-friendly outdoor space, vaulted living room, and easy access to Boone, Banner Elk, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, and Blowing Rock, this home is ideal for families, couples, and friends looking to relax and explore. Tucked away in the Sugar Grove area, this mountain farmhouse-style home blends classic warmth with fresh modern touches, giving guests the perfect mix of comfort, character, and fun. Spend your mornings rocking on the deck with coffee, your afternoons exploring Boone, Banner Elk, or the ski slopes, and your evenings soaking in the 6-person hot tub or gathering around the fire pit patio overlooking the mountain view. Outside, this home is set up for true mountain living. Guests can enjoy ambient deck and patio lighting, a new BBQ grill, deck rockers, outdoor seating, and a welcoming setup for dogs with a doggy gate on the deck and room outside to roam. Inside, the home opens up into a bright and comfortable main living area with vaulted ceilings, a large gas fireplace, a huge 80-inch TV, and updated seating made for movie nights, football weekends, and cozy evenings in. The home is just as practical as it is inviting, with two dining areas that seat up to 12, a beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, and thoughtful extras that make guest stays easy including an espresso machine with espresso supplied, Keurig and drip coffee options, spices, baking sheets, cookware, and the kitchen essentials guests actually use. For families, groups, and longer stays, the layout works beautifully. There's a main-level primary suite with a California king bed, plus a dedicated office/flex room with a desk and pullout sofa. Upstairs, guests will find two additional themed bedrooms and a fun entertainment zone featuring a ski ball machine, Pac-Man arcade, racing arcade, retro arcade system, and popcorn maker. This is the kind of High Country rental guests book for the hot tub and mountain view and rebook for the comfort, space, and fun. This home is thoughtfully laid out for both relaxing and entertaining. When you enter through the front door, you'll find a flex space/office on the left with a desk setup and pullout sofa, making it ideal for remote work, extra guests, or a quiet spot to recharge. Straight ahead is the main living room, where vaulted ceilings, a large gas fireplace, an 80-inch TV, and new sofa seating create a welcoming central gathering space. Just off the living area are two dining spaces with room for up to 12 guests, making the home great for family meals, holiday stays, and group getaways. The kitchen sits right off the living room and is stocked for real cooking, not just basics. Guests will enjoy: New appliances Espresso machine with espresso supplied Keurig coffee maker Conventional drip coffee option Spices Cooking accessories Baking sheets A well-stocked setup for everyday meals or larger group dinners Off the kitchen is the laundry room with a connected half bath, plus direct access to the deck and hot tub, which makes getting in and out after a soak simple and convenient. The main-floor primary suite offers privacy and comfort with a California king bed, large TV, updated decor, and a spacious bathroom with double vanity and two closets. Upstairs, the home features two more bedrooms, each with its own style: One bedroom with a local fish-inspired theme One bedroom with a mountain home theme featuring the original blueprints of the home Also upstairs is a standout game area that adds a lot of value for guests, including: Popcorn maker Ski ball machine Pac-Man arcade Racing arcade Retro arcade system with additional games Outside, guests can enjoy the best of the High Country with a 6-person hot tub, mountain-view fire pit patio, ambient lighting, deck seating, rockers, and a new BBQ grill. The home is also dog-friendly, with a $100 pet fee per dog and pet questionnaire required. Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles. Please note that the driveway is gravel and steep. AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended year-round and required in winter weather. Nearby This Sugar Grove location gives guests a peaceful mountain setting while still keeping them within easy reach of the High Country's most popular towns and attractions. For listing copy, I'd present these as approximate drive times: Boone: about 15 minutes Banner Elk: about 20 minutes Blowing Rock: about 2530 minutes Sugar Mountain: about 30 minutes Beech Mountain: about 3032 minutes Appalachian Ski Mountain: about 2335 minutes, depending on route and starting point in the Sugar Grove area Important Notes Dogs welcome with $100 pet fee per dog and questionnaire Parking for 4 vehicles Gravel, steep driveway AWD/4WD strongly recommended AWD/4WD required in winter months/weather Mountain roads and winter weather may affect drive times Cancellation Policy Full Refund: 14 days or more before arrival 50% Refund: 814 days before arrival No Refund: 17 days before arrival Exceptions may apply for documented medical emergencies Must be 25 years of age to book a stay, government ID verification is required.