Name: The Mast Farm Inn
Address: 2543 Broadstone Rd, Banner Elk, North Carolina, United States of America, Banner Elk, North Carolina, US
Price range: $133–$267 per night
Rating: 9.5

What guests think

Reviews of The Mast Farm Inn highlight a charming, historic property with character-filled rooms and a scenic Valle Crucis setting, while also noting mixed experiences with staff responsiveness, dated conveniences, and occasional road noise.

Guests appreciate the front porch and occasional extras like a Nordic sauna, but some report inconvenient parking across the street and poor lighting or unclear directions at night. Cleanliness and dining feedback vary, with clean, comfortable stays and occasional praise for the restaurant contrasted by dingy linens, missed room details, and inconsistent or paid breakfast availability. Expect a memorable, old-world stay with character, best for travelers comfortable with a few quirks.

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Facilities

Historic property with character touches like a front porch and a Nordic sauna. Some guests report inconvenient parking across the street and poor nighttime lighting, and a few found in-room amenities limited (e.g., only a microwave, TVs not connected).

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10

Lori

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cool historic vibe - great front porch

10

Kathleen

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Inn is on the National Historic Landmark list. Main house has wonderful character and charm. We had a room on the third floor with a small gas stove. They also have a restaurant and the food was outstanding. We expect to come back many times. Staff was friendly.

4

Susan

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin was what I expected. The grounds looked sad. The fridge could have been bigger and the web site could have identified what type of coffee maker they had. messaging in advance was met with no response. The towels were fine, but the wash cloths were dingy. There was no bath mat. The beds were nice. The TV wasn’t hooked up to anything. It was quiet. What I paid for two nights, I expected more.

10

Fernando

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Need tv in the rooms

6

Sandra

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was beautiful .The cabin wasn't what i expected for the price . Only microwave to cook on and had to drive to far to eat.

10

amy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sweet historic house in the heart of Valle Crucis, great communication and easy self check-in. Check website for "extras" like weekend food options and fun things across the street, enjoyed the pm music and nordic sauna! Great front porch with a view, lovely tubs in rooms, lots of personality! Definitely read details on room location if guests with mobility issues but lovely!

4

Robert

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique combination on grounds of old log cabin and old farmhouse. My room in old farmhouse was not clean. Windows in building not clean. Third floor. room was a difficult climb. Parking not convenient across the street, and poor visibility for possible approaching traffic.

8

Beverly

Mar 3, 2025

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Mixed excellent with one major issue with our late check in. No lights on at cottage or on the property to get to cottage which was pitch dark and no clear direction to cottage except in email, a description. A safety concern, as well as several minutes of anxiety for all 4 party members. I finally found the cottage, without help or answer to my phone message to the emergency number provided, using the light on my cell phone. Parking was also unclear on arrival with a coned off area of sunken asphalt that my husband stepped in due to the poor lighting. Separately from this, delightful staff, very easy to work with on all details.

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Cleanliness

Reports are mixed: some describe clean spaces, while others note dingy or inadequate linens and rooms or windows that were not properly cleaned.

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Misty

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very pretty and the historic aspect was great. Pillows and bed were very comfortable . Towels were less than desirable and the staff was not really very present. You pick up a key and drop it off without a smiling face.

4

Susan

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin was what I expected. The grounds looked sad. The fridge could have been bigger and the web site could have identified what type of coffee maker they had. messaging in advance was met with no response. The towels were fine, but the wash cloths were dingy. There was no bath mat. The beds were nice. The TV wasn’t hooked up to anything. It was quiet. What I paid for two nights, I expected more.

8

Elvin

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a stay "back in time". Most importantly, it was clean and quiet. Our grandparents had homes like our room and we are now grandparents, so it was awhile ago. So, it was very nostalgic for us, but we felt unsafe in the bathroom. The shower curtains were in the bottom of the tub and would have been easy to trip up on. There was only one outlet for us to re-charge our electronics on. The lighting was very poor. We somewhat enjoyed our stay because of the nostalgic factor, but really missed the conveniences of today.

4

Robert

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique combination on grounds of old log cabin and old farmhouse. My room in old farmhouse was not clean. Windows in building not clean. Third floor. room was a difficult climb. Parking not convenient across the street, and poor visibility for possible approaching traffic.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and character-filled, with many finding beds comfortable. Others mention dated conveniences (few outlets, limited or missing TVs, low ceilings in some third-floor rooms) and noise from the road or adjacent rooms; stairs to upper floors can be challenging.

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8

Misty

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very pretty and the historic aspect was great. Pillows and bed were very comfortable . Towels were less than desirable and the staff was not really very present. You pick up a key and drop it off without a smiling face.

10

Stephen

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great historic building and comfortable stay.

10

Joe

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing trip through the mountains. This charming farmhouse was all we could ask for. Big room, comfortable bed, great area

4

Susan

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin was what I expected. The grounds looked sad. The fridge could have been bigger and the web site could have identified what type of coffee maker they had. messaging in advance was met with no response. The towels were fine, but the wash cloths were dingy. There was no bath mat. The beds were nice. The TV wasn’t hooked up to anything. It was quiet. What I paid for two nights, I expected more.

10

Fernando

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Need tv in the rooms

6

Sandra

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was beautiful .The cabin wasn't what i expected for the price . Only microwave to cook on and had to drive to far to eat.

10

amy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sweet historic house in the heart of Valle Crucis, great communication and easy self check-in. Check website for "extras" like weekend food options and fun things across the street, enjoyed the pm music and nordic sauna! Great front porch with a view, lovely tubs in rooms, lots of personality! Definitely read details on room location if guests with mobility issues but lovely!

8

Elvin

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a stay "back in time". Most importantly, it was clean and quiet. Our grandparents had homes like our room and we are now grandparents, so it was awhile ago. So, it was very nostalgic for us, but we felt unsafe in the bathroom. The shower curtains were in the bottom of the tub and would have been easy to trip up on. There was only one outlet for us to re-charge our electronics on. The lighting was very poor. We somewhat enjoyed our stay because of the nostalgic factor, but really missed the conveniences of today.

4

Lee

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the location and area. Disappointed in responsiveness of staff, very disappointed in the bed/ horrible mattress (did not rest well) and limited ceiling height in the 3rd floor converted artic—in the Cherry room. Surprised by squeaky floors, road noise and surprised by noise level from nearby rooms. Our first stay there and we aren’t inclined to go back again.

10

Jenna

Jan 24, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Kind staff, good room

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Service

Feedback ranges from kind, helpful staff and smooth self check-in to absent or unresponsive staff at check-in and during issues.

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8

Misty

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very pretty and the historic aspect was great. Pillows and bed were very comfortable . Towels were less than desirable and the staff was not really very present. You pick up a key and drop it off without a smiling face.

10

Solagne

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved everything about this property. The experience was amazing. The staff were amazing as well. We will definitely be staying with them in the near future.

10

Kathleen

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Inn is on the National Historic Landmark list. Main house has wonderful character and charm. We had a room on the third floor with a small gas stove. They also have a restaurant and the food was outstanding. We expect to come back many times. Staff was friendly.

4

Susan

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin was what I expected. The grounds looked sad. The fridge could have been bigger and the web site could have identified what type of coffee maker they had. messaging in advance was met with no response. The towels were fine, but the wash cloths were dingy. There was no bath mat. The beds were nice. The TV wasn’t hooked up to anything. It was quiet. What I paid for two nights, I expected more.

10

Nicola

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique characterful property. Lovely location full of old world charm. Helpful staff member.

2

Chip

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No one was there to check me in. I was locked outside!

10

amy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sweet historic house in the heart of Valle Crucis, great communication and easy self check-in. Check website for "extras" like weekend food options and fun things across the street, enjoyed the pm music and nordic sauna! Great front porch with a view, lovely tubs in rooms, lots of personality! Definitely read details on room location if guests with mobility issues but lovely!

8

Beverly

Mar 3, 2025

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Mixed excellent with one major issue with our late check in. No lights on at cottage or on the property to get to cottage which was pitch dark and no clear direction to cottage except in email, a description. A safety concern, as well as several minutes of anxiety for all 4 party members. I finally found the cottage, without help or answer to my phone message to the emergency number provided, using the light on my cell phone. Parking was also unclear on arrival with a coned off area of sunken asphalt that my husband stepped in due to the poor lighting. Separately from this, delightful staff, very easy to work with on all details.

10

Jenna

Jan 24, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Kind staff, good room

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Location

Scenic Valle Crucis setting with porch views and a quiet feel for some, and driving access to area attractions. Several cite road noise and concerns about crossing or parking along the road.

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Thomas

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was okay. Quaint atmosphere, but Noisy Road next to Inn. Close to nearby attractions 7-10 miles. At this price and all the taxes loaded on it, it should have offered free breakfast. The First morning a continental breakfast was offered, but not the second day (as they were bringing in a chef to cook a full breakfast at a cost). Recommend local police put a crosswalk to go to the barn across the street and flashing warning lights around the bend to slow down speeders. Very dangerous especially for children.

10

Joe

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing trip through the mountains. This charming farmhouse was all we could ask for. Big room, comfortable bed, great area

10

Jennifer

Apr 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A true peaceful and historical getaway!

10

Nicola

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique characterful property. Lovely location full of old world charm. Helpful staff member.

10

Sydnee

Jan 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Such a unique, quiet getaway!

6

Sandra

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was beautiful .The cabin wasn't what i expected for the price . Only microwave to cook on and had to drive to far to eat.

10

amy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sweet historic house in the heart of Valle Crucis, great communication and easy self check-in. Check website for "extras" like weekend food options and fun things across the street, enjoyed the pm music and nordic sauna! Great front porch with a view, lovely tubs in rooms, lots of personality! Definitely read details on room location if guests with mobility issues but lovely!

8

Elvin

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a stay "back in time". Most importantly, it was clean and quiet. Our grandparents had homes like our room and we are now grandparents, so it was awhile ago. So, it was very nostalgic for us, but we felt unsafe in the bathroom. The shower curtains were in the bottom of the tub and would have been easy to trip up on. There was only one outlet for us to re-charge our electronics on. The lighting was very poor. We somewhat enjoyed our stay because of the nostalgic factor, but really missed the conveniences of today.

4

Robert

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique combination on grounds of old log cabin and old farmhouse. My room in old farmhouse was not clean. Windows in building not clean. Third floor. room was a difficult climb. Parking not convenient across the street, and poor visibility for possible approaching traffic.

4

Lee

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the location and area. Disappointed in responsiveness of staff, very disappointed in the bed/ horrible mattress (did not rest well) and limited ceiling height in the 3rd floor converted artic—in the Cherry room. Surprised by squeaky floors, road noise and surprised by noise level from nearby rooms. Our first stay there and we aren’t inclined to go back again.

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Dining

On-site food is available at times, with a guest praising the restaurant. Others found breakfast unavailable or inconsistent, sometimes offered only for an extra charge, and some needed to drive to find meals.

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10

Larry

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No breakfast

6

Thomas

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was okay. Quaint atmosphere, but Noisy Road next to Inn. Close to nearby attractions 7-10 miles. At this price and all the taxes loaded on it, it should have offered free breakfast. The First morning a continental breakfast was offered, but not the second day (as they were bringing in a chef to cook a full breakfast at a cost). Recommend local police put a crosswalk to go to the barn across the street and flashing warning lights around the bend to slow down speeders. Very dangerous especially for children.

10

Kathleen

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Inn is on the National Historic Landmark list. Main house has wonderful character and charm. We had a room on the third floor with a small gas stove. They also have a restaurant and the food was outstanding. We expect to come back many times. Staff was friendly.

6

Sandra

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was beautiful .The cabin wasn't what i expected for the price . Only microwave to cook on and had to drive to far to eat.

10

amy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sweet historic house in the heart of Valle Crucis, great communication and easy self check-in. Check website for "extras" like weekend food options and fun things across the street, enjoyed the pm music and nordic sauna! Great front porch with a view, lovely tubs in rooms, lots of personality! Definitely read details on room location if guests with mobility issues but lovely!

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The Mast Farm Inn

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