❄️ Escape to the Blue Ridge Mountains at Lux Mountain Chalet, a secluded 45-acre retreat in Waynesville, NC! Perfect for family winter vacations, ski trips, holiday getaways, and cozy mountain escapes near Maggie Valley, Cataloochee Ski Area, and the Great Smoky Mountains.
✨ Winter Highlights:
♨️ Hot tub with panoramic mountain views
🔥 Cozy gas fireplace & outdoor firepit
⛷️ Near Cataloochee Ski Area & snow tubing
🏔️ Close to Blue Ridge Parkway & Great Smoky Mountains
🏔️ Welcome to Lux Mountain Chalet
Experience the magic of winter in the Blue Ridge Mountains at Lux Mountain Chalet, your secluded 45-acre mountain retreat in Waynesville, North Carolina.
Surrounded by peaceful woodlands and breathtaking mountain views, this spacious chalet is perfect for family vacations, holiday celebrations, romantic winter escapes, and group getaways.
Spend your days skiing at Cataloochee Ski Area, snow tubing at Cataloochee Ski area in Maggie Valley, exploring charming mountain towns, or enjoying scenic winter drives through Western North Carolina.
After a day of adventure, unwind in the hot tub overlooking the mountains, cozy up beside the gas fireplace, or gather around the outdoor firepit beneath the stars.
Whether you're planning a Christmas getaway, New Year's celebration, ski weekend, or peaceful winter retreat, Lux Mountain Chalet offers the perfect combination of mountain adventure and relaxation.
🛌 Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements
✨ Bedroom 1 (Main Level)
▪️ Queen bed
▪️ En-suite full bathroom (#1)
✨ Bedroom 2 (Main Level)
▪️ Queen bed
▪️ Access to hall full bathroom (#2)
✨ Bedroom 3 (Main Level)
▪️ Double-over-double bunk bed
▪️ Twin trundle
▪️ Shared hall bathroom (#2)
✨ Bedroom 4 (Upper Level)
▪️ Queen bed
▪️ Queen pullout sofa
▪️ King-size convertible bean bag
✨ Loft
▪️ Single futon
▪️ Cozy reading nook or additional relaxation space
🛁 Bathrooms: 2 Full
👤 Maximum Occupancy: 12 Guests
🍳 Kitchen & Dining
Enjoy home-cooked meals and cozy winter mornings in the fully equipped kitchen.
▪️ Coffee maker ☕
▪️ Tea pot 🍵
▪️ Blender and essential spices
▪️ Kitchen essentials for family meals
▪️ Dining area for gathering together
Perfect for preparing breakfast before a ski adventure or sharing a warm family dinner after exploring the mountains.
🔥 Cozy Winter Comforts & Entertainment
After a chilly day outdoors, return to your mountain retreat and enjoy:
♨️ Hot tub with panoramic mountain views
🔥 Remote-controlled gas fireplace
🌌 Outdoor firepit for evenings under the stars
📺 Comfortable living areas with HDTVs
🛋️ Spacious gathering areas for family and friends
🏰 Christmas at Biltmore Estate – Asheville, NC
📅 November 3, 2026 – January 10, 2027
🚗 Approximately 35–45 minutes away
✨ Explore beautifully decorated Christmas trees, sparkling ornaments, festive garlands, and breathtaking holiday displays throughout America's largest home!
🎄 Christmas at Biltmore: November 3, 2026 – January 10, 2027
🕯️ Candlelight Christmas Evenings: November 3, 2026 – January 9, 2027 (select evenings)
Experience glowing fireplaces, twinkling Christmas lights, beautiful decorations, and live holiday music during this unforgettable evening tradition.
🌟 Antler Hill Village Illumination: November 3, 2026 – February 15, 2027
Enjoy festive lights, seasonal shopping, dining, and beautiful illuminated displays.
🎟️ Advance reservations are recommended. Candlelight tours are not offered November 17, November 26, or December 24.
🎅 Downtown Waynesville Christmas Festivities
🚗 Approximately 25–30 minutes away
Experience the charm of a traditional small-town Christmas!
🎄 Light the Night Christmas Tree Lighting
📅 November 20, 2026
Celebrate the holiday season with festive lights and Christmas cheer in downtown Waynesville.
🎅 Hometown Heritage Christmas Parade
📅 December 7, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Enjoy festive floats, holiday music, and a wonderful community Christmas celebration.
✨ A Smoky Mountain Christmas Celebration
📅 December 12, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Experience an old-fashioned mountain Christmas featuring holiday decorations, glowing luminaries, festive entertainment, and seasonal activities.
⛷️ Winter Adventures & Nearby Attractions
Discover some of Western North Carolina's favorite winter experiences!
❄️ Skiing & Snow Tubing
▪️ Cataloochee Ski Area – Skiing, snowboarding & lessons
▪️ Tube World, Maggie Valley – Family-friendly snow tubing
🏔️ Winter Scenery & Outdoor Adventures
▪️ Blue Ridge Parkway – Scenic mountain overlooks when roads are open
▪️ Waterrock Knob – Beautiful mountain views when accessible
▪️ Cataloochee Valley – Elk viewing and historic mountain scenery
▪️ Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Winter wildlife and scenic drives
▪️ Soco Falls – Scenic waterfall surrounded by mountain forest
🏘️ Charming Mountain Towns
▪️ Downtown Waynesville – Local restaurants, boutiques & breweries
▪️ Maggie Valley – Skiing, snow tubing & mountain attractions
▪️ Cherokee – Cultural attractions, shopping & entertainment
▪️ Asheville – Dining, breweries, galleries & Biltmore Estate
▪️ Sylva & Dillsboro – Small-town shopping, dining & mountain charm
🎄 Holiday & Winter Experiences
▪️ Explore festive downtown Waynesville
▪️ Discover holiday attractions around Asheville
▪️ Visit Biltmore Estate for seasonal celebrations
▪️ Enjoy winter shopping and dining in nearby mountain towns
▪️ Take a scenic winter drive through the Smoky Mountains when conditions permit
♨️ Your Perfect Après-Ski Mountain Retreat
After skiing, snow tubing, or exploring Western North Carolina, return to the comfort of Lux Mountain Chalet.
Soak in the hot tub while admiring the mountain views, warm up beside the fireplace, enjoy family game nights, or relax around the firepit.
With 45 acres of peaceful mountain surroundings, this retreat offers an unforgettable winter escape away from the crowds.
🌲 Good to Know Before Your Winter Stay
▪️ Mountain roads may experience snow, ice, or freezing conditions. AWD/4WD vehicles are strongly recommended during winter weather.
▪️ Winter conditions may affect access to mountain roads, hiking trails, and scenic overlooks.
▪️ Blue Ridge Parkway sections may close temporarily due to snow and ice.
️ Natural wooded mountain setting—wildlife may be present.
▪️ Elevated locations can experience strong winds. Please secure outdoor items and the hot tub cover.
▪️ Working farm property—horses may be nearby.
▪️ Friendly farm dogs remain in private areas and are not permitted in guest spaces.
❄️ Book your winter mountain getaway at Lux Mountain Chalet and experience cozy evenings, breathtaking views, and unforgettable adventures in the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Guests have full private access to the entire Lux Mountain Chalet 🏔️, including the chalet 🏡, deck 🌄, firepit 🔥, and hot tub ♨️ areas.
The property provides ample gravel parking for up to six vehicles 🚗🚙 — perfect for families or groups traveling separately. Please park only on the gravel areas, not on the grass 🌿.
The gravel road leading to the home is well-maintained, but because of our mountain setting ⛰️, we recommend an AWD or 4WD vehicle during winter months ❄️ for peace of mind.
🚗 Important Driving Note⛰️
When driving up Banjo Lane, please maintain a steady, slow-to-moderate pace all the way up the hill. 🛣️ The key is to keep your vehicle moving and avoid stopping on the incline, as it can be difficult to regain traction once stopped. ⚠️
There’s no need to speed—just keep a consistent pace and continue steadily up the hill until you reach the top. 👍
There’s also space for a large horse trailer 🐴 near the additional paddock if needed.
⚠️ Please note: The garage is not accessible to guests and is not included as part of the rental. The garage will remain locked 🔒 during your stay.
• 💬 Your comfort and enjoyment are our top priorities. We’re attentive, responsive hosts and are available via Airbnb messaging throughout your stay. Please message us directly on the platform anytime if you have questions, need help, or notice anything that needs attention.
• 🛠️ If something doesn’t feel quite right, let us know as soon as possible. Most concerns can be resolved quickly when we’re informed during your visit, helping ensure a smooth and enjoyable mountain getaway.
• 🏡 Our home is professionally maintained and accurately described. While we’re always happy to assist, refund requests for unreported issues or for matters beyond our control, such as wildlife 🦌, insects 🐞, weather 🌦️, or nearby sounds, may not be eligible.
• 📋 Requests made after departure or submitted through reviews may be referred to Airbnb.
• 🌄 We’re here to help and want every guest to leave feeling relaxed, refreshed, and excited to return to the Smoky Mountains.
Located in Waynesville — a charming mountain town in Haywood County that serves as the western gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park — the Blue Ridge Parkway is minutes away with some of its most scenic overlooks. Downtown Waynesville's Main Street is a genuine delight: independently owned galleries, restaurants, and coffee shops line several walkable blocks. Favorites include Panacea Coffee Shop, Bogart's Restaurant, and The Sweet Onion. Asheville's world-renowned dining, craft brewery, and arts scene is just 25–30 minutes east on I-40. The entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park is about 30 minutes west through the dramatic Soco Gap. Cataloochee Valley — home to one of the park's elk herds — is a beautiful 45-minute drive.
A car is essential in Waynesville. Asheville is 25–30 minutes east; the national park's Cataloochee entrance is 45 minutes west. Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is approximately 35–40 minutes east — the most convenient option. Knoxville (TYS) is about 1.5 hours west. The Blue Ridge Parkway is minutes away for scenic driving. Ride-share has limited availability in Waynesville — plan to drive.
📜 Rental Agreement & Guest Verification
▪️ All guests must electronically sign a short rental agreement and provide gov't ID before check-in. This confirms that local laws, occupancy limits, and community guidelines are understood and agreed upon ✅
▪️ Reservations without a signed agreement may be canceled in accordance with policy
▪️ Only the person who made the reservation can sign the agreement and complete guest verification for accuracy and security 🔒
🐴 Equestrian Facilities
▪️ Fenced 3.5-acre paddock for turnout, trailer turnaround space, and a new 2-stall barn with tack room & water. Solar-powered lights only (no electric).
▪️ Guests must provide:
Certificate of Liability Insurance (Banjo Lane Holdings, LLC as additional insured)
Current Coggins and shot records for each horse
Signed Waiver of Liability Form
▪️ Barn & Stalls: $25/stall per day; mandatory $60 cleaning fee + $125 manure removal fee if needed. Stalls must be cleared of shavings and debris.
▪️ Paddocks/Pasture: Must be cared for and picked per standard protocols. Unpicked paddocks incur a $100 fee.
▪️ Horse Trailer Rental: Bumper Pull 2-Horse Straight Load Trailer, $50/day + $60 cleaning fee. Renter must provide valid auto insurance coverage.
🏡 Property Rules & Guidelines
▪️ Minimum Age: Guests must be 21+ to book. Reservations by anyone under 21 will be canceled without refund.
▪️ No Pets: Lux Mountain Chalet is strictly pet-free. Violations may result in a $500 fine or early termination of stay.
▪️ Guest Responsibility: Guests are responsible for any missing or damaged items. Replacement costs + 15% service fee may apply.
▪️ Weather & Property Care: Mountain winds may occur, secure outdoor furniture and hot tub covers when not in use.
▪️ Hot Tub: Professionally serviced and sanitized after every stay. May not be fully heated on arrival but will reach temperature shortly thereafter.