WAKE UP TO GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN. EVERY SINGLE DAY.
There are plenty of condos at Sugar Top Resort. But The Broken Antler isn't just any unit — it's a Citadel-section residence, the quieter, more private wing of the building with its own dedicated lobby, its own elevator, and a calm that the rest of the resort simply can't offer. Your views? Straight to Grandfather Mountain, one of the most iconic peaks in the Blue Ridge.
This is the mountain escape you've been looking for.
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THE CONDO
At 988 square feet, this two-bedroom, two-bath condo is designed for comfort and fully stocked for your stay.
Primary bedroom: King bed with room-darkening shades and extra bedding
Guest bedroom: Queen bed, equally comfortable for couples, kids, or friends
Two full bathrooms: One walk in shower and one bath/shower step in.
Living room: Fireplace with a custom wooden mantel — the heart of the condo on a cold mountain evening
Kitchen: Fully equipped and upgraded, with everything you need for full meals in
Dining area: Seats the group comfortably, or mahjong/game friendly
In-unit laundry: Full-size washer and dryer — no trips to a laundromat, no laundry hassle
Private balcony: Your front-row seat to Grandfather Mountain at sunrise, sunset, and every golden moment between
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
The unit is fully furnished and outfitted — extra linens, bedding, blankets, and everything you need from the moment you arrive.
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THE CITADEL DIFFERENCE
Sugar Top has two wings. Most guests stay in the main building. Citadel guests enjoy something different: a separate, private lobby — a beautifully appointed space just for Citadel residents and their guests — and a dedicated elevator that means no crowded hallways, no waiting, no noise from the rest of the resort.
It's the privacy of a boutique property with the amenities of a full resort. Best of both worlds.
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RESORT AMENITIES — ALL INCLUDED
Step off your elevator and into a world of year-round resort living. Sugar Top's amenities are exceptional for a mountain condo property:
WATER & WELLNESS
• Indoor heated swimming pool — open year-round
• Indoor hot tubs — perfect after a ski day or a long hike
• Dry sauna
• Men's and ladies' locker rooms with private showers
FITNESS
• Well-equipped fitness center
COMMUNITY SPACES
• Grand main lobby — a gathering place with comfortable seating, a library, board games, and a mahjong table
• Open-air pantry (snacks, essentials)
• Café/Pub on-site (seasonal) — grab a drink without leaving the building
• Outdoor seating and firepit
SECURITY & SERVICES
• 24-hour gated security entrance — a guard meets every arriving vehicle
• 24-hour front desk staff
• Complimentary shuttle service to and from parking areas
• Free ski shuttle bus to Sugar Mountain Ski Resort on weekends and holidays during peak ski season (no car needed on powder days)
• Mail and package service
• On-site maintenance team
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THE LOCATION
Sugar Top sits near the summit of Sugar Mountain — one of the highest-elevation points in the Eastern United States accessible by car. The air is clean, the nights are cool even in summer, and the views go on for miles.
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort — 1 mile / 5 minutes
Grandfather Mountain State Park — 3 miles / 8 minutes
Banner Elk (dining, shopping, wineries) — 10 minutes
Beech Mountain — 15 minutes
Boone / Appalachian State University — 30 minutes
Blue Ridge Parkway access — 20 minutes
Blowing Rock — 35 minutes
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FOUR SEASONS OF FUN
WINTER (December – March): Peak season. Ski and snowboard at Sugar Mountain Resort. Snow tube at Hawksnest. Ice skate on the outdoor rink. Soak in the hot tub after a day on the slopes. This is mountain winter living at its finest.
SPRING (April – May): Wildflowers, waterfalls, and uncrowded trails. Linville Falls and Linville Gorge are stunning. The elevation keeps temps mild when the piedmont is already hot. Visit Grandfather Mountain, the highest mountain in the Blue Ridge. Check out the "mile high swinging bridge!"
SUMMER (June – August): One of the best-kept secrets in the Southeast — Sugar Mountain in summer. Average highs in the mid-70s when Charlotte and Raleigh are sweltering. Hiking, biking, zip-lining, gem mining, golf, and cool evenings on the balcony.
FALL (September – November): Fall foliage at elevation peaks in mid-October and is absolutely spectacular. October weekends book fast — reserve early.
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NEARBY ACTIVITIES
Skiing & snowboarding — Sugar Mountain Resort
Snow tubing — Hawksnest Tubing Park
Alpine Coaster — Wilderness Mountain Coaster
Hiking — Grandfather Mountain, Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Gorge
Waterfalls — Linville Falls, Elk River Falls
Gem mining — Sugar Creek Gem Mine, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
Zip-lining — Hawksnest, High Mountain Expeditions
Golf — Sugar Mountain Public Golf Course
Wineries — Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
Shopping — Mast General Store (Valle Crucis), Banner Elk Village
Dining — Banner Elk's restaurant scene, Boone's downtown
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A NOTE FROM YOUR HOSTS
We fell in love with Sugar Top the moment we walked onto this balcony. Grandfather Mountain filling the frame, the Blue Ridge rolling out in every direction, and the quiet that only high-elevation mountain living can deliver. We've outfitted The Broken Antler to feel like a true home — not just a rental — and we hope you feel that the moment you walk in.
We're responsive, we know the area well, and we want your stay to be exceptional. Don't hesitate to reach out before or during your trip.
We can't wait to welcome you to the mountain.
