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The Overlook---Amazing mountain views from private cabin retreat!

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Welcome to the overlook!
Welcome to the overlook!
Welcome! Front door has keyless electric lock.
An overview of the Overlook
Open plan kitchen and living area with at-island seating
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Purlear, NC
  • Popular LocationKidd Brewer Stadium37 min drive
  • AirportNorth Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)42 min drive
  • Popular LocationAppalachian State University45 min drive
  • Popular LocationTweetsie Railroad50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Overlook---Amazing mountain views from private cabin retreat!

You will never tire of looking at this view---every change of light and every new cloud that passes yields yet another breathtaking scene. Listen to your favorite tunes on the outdoor speakers as you watch the day go by sitting in the rocking chair and sipping a toasty beverage on our spacious covered deck with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. At nightfall, roast marshmallows while you marvel at the amazing starry nights from the large firepit, or read a book by the indoor gas fireplace. Our 8.5 acre wooded lot gives you plenty of privacy and peace, creating a completely relaxing get-away.

If you can peel yourself away from the cabin, there are ample activities within a short distance. Our gated community has a waterfall, stocked fish pond and hiking trails. Or, head out to nearby Boone, West Jefferson, Blowing Rock, and other mountain towns for a myriad of all-season outdoor activities, local shopping and amazing restaurants. In the winter, local ski areas are only an hour away.

If you decide to cook at home, the open plan means that all the guests can hang out with the cook during the meal prep. A charcoal grill is provided, as well as a well-stocked, much-loved coffee bar, complete with various flavors of K-Cups, Hot Cocoa pods, and a milk frother. Should the weather keep you indoors, there's also a range of games and puzzles to keep you entertained.

The entire drive to the Overlook is paved, so in the warmer months, any car can easily make the drive. However, in the winter, an All-Wheel Drive or 4WD vehicle is recommended if there is ice or heavy snow in the forecast. We are a dog-friendly home (our pup, Bodhi, loves it there!), so be sure to bring your best pal along! Woof!

Property manager

Paula & Brian Leonard
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Infant and toddler beds are not provided

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Property is not fenced. No dogs on furniture.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Purlear

Located in Purlear, this cabin is in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad and Fort Defiance, Lenoir, NC are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir Biking Trails and Jefferson Landing. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex or Holmes Convocation Center. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Map
Purlear, NC

What's nearby

  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir - 32 min drive
  • Boone Mall - 36 min drive
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 37 min drive
  • Appalachian State University - 45 min drive
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Ridge Diner's - 27 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome View!
Our family of 4 and our 2 labs enjoyed our stay. The cabin is very comfortable and the view is awesome! The neighborhood is nice and quiet and the community hiking trials are great. The kids loved the s'mores package but unfortunately the weekend we stayed there was a fire ban so we didn't get a chance to use the outdoor fire pit but we did take it home and use it at our house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
My family and I had a lovely and relaxing weekend here. The house was well stocked with everything we could need. Good selection of games and puzzles for the kids. We enjoyed having fishing nearby, even though we had no bites. Great communication. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyse K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a weekend getaway
The Overlook was the perfect place for a girls weekend! It was close to Boone and Blowing Rock and had plenty of private trails to explore. The views were amazing, and the whole house was clean. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Place was clean and fully stocked with all needed essentials! Great hiking trails, views, bonfire and getaway! Thankful they allow Pets!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most AMAZING Hosts!!!!
I could not have dreamt of a better place to stay! The hosts equipped the cabin with everything you could possibly need or want! From the stocked coffee bar, with milk frother, to the fire wood and starters, I began to wonder how they make a profit from all that they supplied! There was charcoal for the grill and extra blankets, toilet paper, dish soap and on and on! They also supplied us with an extremely detailed welcome packet that explained everything with excellent clarity. We never had to wonder how to hook up or use anything because we just needed to flip to the subject-labeled packet for instructions! The view was amazing! The area was packed with trails and in close proximity to town to go to the store or for some in-town fun! I can NOT say enough wonderful things about the beautiful, CLEAN cabin or the amazing hosts that allowed early check in and prompt responses every time I reached out!! This is one we will definitely be returning to!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Paula & Brian Leonard

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Why they chose this property

The second we saw that view, we knew we had found our new vacation home!

Languages:

English

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