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Safe from Hurricane Helene- Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi!

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View from back deck
View when you walk in the front door.
Living room with view of SIP
Kitchen
Kitchen from Loft

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Purlear, NC
  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Appalachian State University
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement Bedroom (Queen & Bunks)

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor 2 w/ deck access

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Loft w/ Full Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement 1/2 Bath

Toilet

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Loft Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Safe from Hurricane Helene- Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi!

**Hurricane Helene Update 10/4/24- Our cabin and neighborhood are lucky to have little to no damage, and welcome visitors. We have full power, water and internet. We have great trails, waterfalls, and hiking in our neighborhood! Downtown North Wilkesboro is a very charming mountain town and is fully open for business post storm. Many places in Boone, Blowing Rock and West Jefferson are open and would love some fall tourist! List below of places that I know would love for you to visit updated 10/12/2024 #supportsmall

Ruffinit has it all! Sitting on top of 2.8 acres, it is in a very private location with nothing but silence around you. Enjoy the long range mountain views from the screened in porch or the oversized deck.

Ruffinit cabin is really not ruffing it! It is extremely comfortable with all the amenities from home including broadband internet. The cabin inside is constructed in beautiful tongue and groove yellow pine and has been furnished and equipped with everything you need for a great vacation. Main floor bedrooms recently got new hardwood floors, some photos may show carpet. The pottery, pictures and knickknack's all go together to give you a very 'homey' feeling.

On this mountain, there is also a fishing pond, beautiful waterfalls, hiking trails and an outdoor pavilion. Please follow all neighborhood posted signs and rules. Renters assume all liability and risk while using neighborhood amenities.

Currently Buck Mountain is experiencing a drought as of 2024 (it takes about 2 years for rain to get to the well). We have had some guest run out of water in the house after taking long showers but is rare as of Oct 2024. Water will regenerate within minutes but long baths are not possible. We also supply the drinking water and water for flushing in case water does run out during your stay. Again it will come back slowly within minutes.

Great Local Area attractions as of Oct 7, 2024 include:
Scott Kerr Dam Lake - 15 minutes- Swim Beaches, Boat Rentals, Frisbee Golf, etc
Appalachian Ski Mountain- 25 minutes plan to open 11/22/24 no storm damage
Wilkesboro home to Merlefest, Applefest, Moonshine (Call Family Distillery is Great) & Nascar - 20 minutes
North Wilkesboro Speedway
Samaritan's Purse Offices for Wilkesboro and Boone 30 minutes away for volunteers
Perry Lowe Orchards- open 7 days a week and awesome fall activity! 30 mins away
Alpha and Omega Corn Maze- Fall to the max!- 30 min away
Christmas Tree Farms- 20- 30 minutes away
Gem Mining- 30 minutes
The Block-Trampoline Park, Roller Skating, Ninja Warrior, Toddler Park, Arcade with redemption bar in N. Wilkesboro (we own this business too coupon code (ruffinit) for free socks and skates) theblockwilkes.com
The Liberty Theatre is located in historic Downtown North Wilkesboro. This 91 year old movie theatre is always showing first run movies and all shows are just $5. (this is also a Zulpo property and very much appreciate the support at keeping them gem alive for our community) libertytheatrenc.com

The Lost Wombat is a family restaurant beside the Liberty Theater and is also a Zulpo property. We opened in May 2023 just in time for Merlefest and the Nascar All-Star race. We offer outside dining (leashed dogs welcome) and a large playground for kids in our "yard". We are right on Main Street in Historic Downtown North Wilkesboro. thelostwombat.com

Perry Lowe Orchards- open 7 days a week and awesome fall activity! 30 mins away
Alpha and Omega Corn Maze- Fall to the max!- 30 min away
Christmas Tree Farms- 20- 30 minutes away
Gem Mining- 30 minutes

Don't worry about steep curvy roads! This cabin is very easy to get to, driving only 8 miles west of Wilkesboro NC or 15 miles east of Boone NC off of Hwy 421. All of our roads in the neighborhood were spared from any Hurricane Helene damage and are safe to travel. For those coming from Charlotte, our cabin is only an hour and a half away. From the Raleigh Durham area you are under 3 hours!

Keywords: Mountain Cabin

Property manager

Mick & Aynsley Zulpo
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We may allow some dogs to visit. List details in booking notes.

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Purlear

Located in Purlear, this cabin is in the mountains. W Kerr Scott Reservoir and W. Kerr Scott Reservoir Biking Trails reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex or Holmes Convocation Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Purlear, NC

What's nearby

  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir - 35 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 43 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Appalachian State University - 47 min drive - 41.5 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 48 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 49 min drive - 44.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ridge Diner's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Hawks Ridge Gun Club - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Safe from Hurricane Helene- Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Safe from Hurricane Helene- Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Safe from Hurricane Helene- Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Safe from Hurricane Helene- Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from W Kerr Scott Reservoir and within 25 miles (40 km) of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir Biking Trails and Wilkes Community College. Holmes Convocation Center and Boone Mall are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation getaway

Everything was perfect. Beautiful cabin and awesome views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Many positives

I always try to be as honest and thorough as possible in my reviews, no place is absolutely perfect.Positives…Owner seemed very nice, communicated well. Location was excellent, view was perfect, especially at sunset and in a clear night. Easy to get to and quiet. Plenty of space for our group. Seemed to have plenty of towels and blankets.The few negatives we had. It was weird to not have beds made upon arrival, unusual, bit a huge deal. There are plenty of steps, harder on older ppl. FYI. The pool table needs to be trashed, We always look for pool tables but this one is unplayable if you care about that, we tried one game and gave up. A hot tub would be a great addition as a side note. Could use some blinds or curtains for the windows to the SIP, sun was blinding in the evenings. Beds were a little firm for my taste, And no dishwasher, which I hadn’t noticed in the details, and although there seemed to be plenty of pots and pans, utensils ect, there were not enough plates and bowls and we were constantly washing dishes. Two of the lower steps are slightly loose, not dangerous, but first time stepping on them especially while carrying your things in will give you pause. All in all a nice place, beautiful relaxing area, lots of antique shops nearby and plenty of great hiking in the area. I would recommend to most.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and relaxing stay!

Beautiful views. Nice clean cabin. Comfortable accommodations and everything I needed. Host is most gracious and I will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coach C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful cabin

very cozy with amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect cabin for a getaway

My wife and I needed a getaway and this was the perfect choice. Cabin was clean, spacious, and had everything you could need. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay!

We had everything we needed and had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a View!!

This was a wonderful cabin and location. My and wife and our three small boys loved everything about our stay. The owners are amazing and so kind. The views are incredible! The cabin was very clean and the Buck Mt gated community was really nice with tons of trails and beautiful waterfalls!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very large cabin with a beautiful view

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Datanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a family gathering

Comfy cabin, great views, lots of space. We had a family Thanksgiving there and it worked out great for us. Loved the gas fireplace and sunsets were wonderful! Be prepared for the front stairs, what goes down must go back up! Would definitely recommend. . pre
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin!

Ruffin it was the perfect cabin retreat for us. The moment we stepped inside, we were blown away by the view. The view was so amazing, initially we didn’t even realize how great the cabin is. Every inch of it was cozy and inviting, and the large windows offered a beautiful panoramic and natural light. The basement and loft were equally amazing. One of the highlights of this cabin for us is its spacious basement, a haven for entertainment and fun. It was the ideal “man cave” with a pool table, dart board and plenty of other games. The only things that need attention are the light bulbs under the microwave that are out and replacing many of the older pots, pans, and bowls used for cooking. Overall, highly recommend! There wasn’t a spec of dust anywhere. home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short get away

My husband and I came for a short weekend. We stayed here before a couple years ago with my daughter and her husband and their baby. It was just as we remembered it. The views are great and very peaceful. The home is very clean. I would recommend it for small families.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vicky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful location, great home.

This was a most beautiful property with many 'at home' amenities. ONLY negative - when asked the property owner about steps - told 'a few' - there were 30 steps straight down. My husband had a massive heart attack while there and bringing 180lb man back up those 30 steps was quite the challenge.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Breath taking views. Well maintained cabin. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

Well-equipped and thoughtfully organized Vrbo; the cabin has everything for a fun, relaxing vacation. There isn’t a lot of “yard” but the view and location are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun weekend getaway

We escaped the heat for a weekend at Ruffin’ It. The views from the back porch are incredible, the waterfall and trails on Buck Mountain were perfect, and the owners were fantastic and quick to respond when we ran into a small snafu. We had a great weekend hiking, reading, relaxing, and playing card games. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

yacnahi a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place with a beautiful view

My family and I stayed at this very spacious cabin while on a road trip through North Carolina. We had a great experience and enjoyed the enclosed deck with the Mountain view. The road getting up to the cabin was scary but well worth the ride up the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful view but not enough water

Was a great place to stay. Accurate description with a lovely view. The house was really clean and the owner responsive. The really unfortunate part was the lack of water. It was noted there was a drought, but we ran out of water every day despite being excessively conservative in our use. We brought our own water to drink, used plastic plates/cutlery. Out of the 6 people that stayed over an 3 day/2 night period, only 2 quick showers and 1 bath could be had. We would have liked to shower more. We had to use bottled water to wash our hands and brush our teeth every night because water literally would not come out of the faucet. It was really not ideal. If the water part was fixed, we’d love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

INGRID C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Great views! Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful memories

The view is breathtaking!! Great area with a beautiful waterfall right down the street. The owners are very generous and helpful. Overall it was a perfect weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wilkesboro trip

Met our needs for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay! View is incredible

Went here with some family and friends to get away and had a blast. All as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place and view

Easy to get to and find, perfect place for some peace and tranquility. The view was spectacular from both the living room and bedroom. Steps are a bit of a challenge with luggage but the stay well offset that. Process was easy and owners respond quickly. We'll definitely be going back, hopefully for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Ruffin’ It

Wonderful cabin. Plenty of room for the ten of us. Cozy den with fireplace. Lots of pots and pans for cooking. Overall excellent experience. If you plan to go, you need to know that the cabin is down a set of stairs, so pack easy to carry bags! We will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viorica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just enjoy.

We had an amazing weekend at the cabin, the weather was perfect, the view from the porch spectacular, the house was clean. We love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mick & Aynsley Zulpo

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Our family fell in love with Buck Mountain in 2007 when we bought a vacation home. After years of making the drive from Fuquay Varina for holidays and weekends we decided full time was for us! We live here now full time and love all the area has to offer. We wanted to share the memories we were creating with others, and decided to buy another property to rent mid 2020. Most weekends you will find us on the mountain as well enjoying all it has to offer with our two boys and two dogs! We also own The Block in N. Wilkesboro! If you are looking for a fun day in downtown N. Wilkesboro come see us to jump at our trampoline, ninja warrior, Roller skating, arcade, Goofy Golf and toddler park! We also own The Lost Wombat Restaurant in downtown North Wilkesboro that has a large playground and yard. We also co-own a charming 92 year old movie theatre, the Liberty Theatre! We show all first run movies for just $5.00! Come enjoy downtown North Wilkesboro when you visit WNC!

Why they chose this property

Ruffinit gives renters the option of taking day trips around the high country, or just sitting back enjoying the view. Ruffinit sits in the middle of 3 great mountain towns. North Wilkesboro, West Jefferson and Boone all 30 minute drive. With all the hiking trails, waterfalls and picnic/hammocks on the mountain you may not want to leave!

What makes this property unique

I have created this Facebook page with some great local places posted for planning your trip to the area.
https://www.facebook.com/Ruffinit-at-Buck-Mountain-100394468496356

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