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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

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Purlear, NC
  • Popular LocationKidd Brewer Stadium37 min drive
  • AirportNorth Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)37 min drive
  • Popular LocationAppalachian State University45 min drive
  • Popular LocationTweetsie Railroad50 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

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

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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Purlear, NC

What's nearby

  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir - 32 min drive
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 37 min drive
  • Appalachian State University - 45 min drive
  • Boone Golf Club - 47 min drive
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ridge Diner's - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Overlook---Amazing mountain views from private cabin retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Overlook---Amazing mountain views from private cabin retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Overlook---Amazing mountain views from private cabin retreat!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Overlook---Amazing mountain views from private cabin retreat! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of W Kerr Scott Reservoir, Wilkes Heritage Museum and W. Kerr Scott Reservoir Biking Trails. Holmes Convocation Center and Boone Mall are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountaintop Delight
We had a short stay (5 days) in idyllic surroundings. The view can not be beat, with the peaks of two mountain ranges in view. You feel all alone, except for birds singing, humming birds visiting, and the occasional deer visiting the back yard. The property is exactly as advertised with a very large, modern fridge in the kitchen. That is good as it pays to stock up, as the closest supermarket is about 20 min or so away. The mountain is very accessible from the highway and my only hitch is that it took me a bit to make friends with the keypad that opens the gate for access to the road up the mountain. Do not hesitate to choose this property for your vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay
This home never disappoints! We had a great time again this year, and brought some friends along to share the experience. Clean, beautiful views, and everything we needed for a fun, relaxing weekend in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We have a relaxing and peaceful stay in this beautiful cabin in Buck Mountain. We couldn’t ask for more from our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Overlook was lovely
What a lovely cabin. Communications with the property manager and information provided where excellent. The cabin was well stocked, clean, and private. Best part was the awesome sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain trip
We had a really nice time. It was so peaceful and relaxing. Would have loved to stay longer. Would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katyhleen V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hiking Reunion
Our group, three senior women, have had annual hiking trips for many years. The Outlook was a perfect “base camp” for us this year. The spacious, comfortable and well-equipped cabin was one of the best. VRBO rentals ever!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Awesome stay. Amazing view!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
This is a nice cabin with a great view off the deck. We explored the neighborhood a little. Found the waterfall and that was pretty cool. Everyone enjoyed their stay at the cabin. Thank you for hosting us
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Piece Of Heaven
The view from the cabin porch was absolutely beautiful. The cabin itself was perfect in every way. The owners are perfect host. They made the renters feel extra special by the "Welcome" gift and hugh coffee selections. On the funny side; my husband loved the trash can. It along with most things were high tech. To sum it up; it was a wonderful week. The Kafka's Ft Pierce Florida
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great trip
This was our second stay at The Overlook and it was just as great as the first one. The house is very clean and had everything we needed. Communication with Paula and Brian was very easy and they made sure we had everything we needed. Boone is a short drive from the house so we spent most of the day there Friday visiting the App State campus and shops. Saturday we went out and visited the nearby waterfall and walking trail. It was a great trip and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place to stay!
We love to stay at this home. The location is perfect and the home is easily accessible for my elderly mother. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Respite Getaway
Beautiful location and view! Peaceful! Will return again. So worth it!! Owners do a great job with the care and comfort of this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite get-away
Once again we had such a relaxing and restorative time at the Overlook! We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!!!
This is a beautiful home with an incredible view! We could not have been happier!! It's about 30 minutes away from anything, which is exactly what we wanted. Having a fire in the fireplace made the stay even more special. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overlook, Prime Spot
Great place for families and pets! What an awesome view. We had everything we needed for a fire. Enjoyed coffee on the deck in the morning and our pug had a nice big crate to sleep in. Thank you for an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
My family of 5 loved The Overlook's cozy charm and beautiful views. There were so many extra amenities that the hosts offered that made us feel right at home. My husband and I looked forward to having our morning coffee on the back porch with an impressive view and my kids especially enjoyed our nightly fires in the fire pit and visiting the waterfall within the community. The Overlook is also conveniently located near Boone and the Blue Ridge Parkway for any day trips you may want to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus M., Wake Forest, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous weekend in the mountains
The house was exactly as described and the views were gorgeous. It was going to your own home with all the small and necessary kitchen items: ziplock bags, herbs, olive oil, coffee etc along with high grade utensils available. Fire pit with wood readily available was much appreciated along with welcoming items bags! Big thanks to the owners for letting us stay in your beautiful mountain home. The memories will last a lifetime!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ada A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
The view is amazing. House had everything we needed. Very clean & comfortable. Coffee bar a plus! Easy drive to West Jefferson & to Boone.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott & Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overlook Get-a-Way
A great relaxing location to spend time and exploring. The hosts have thought of every amenity and items required to make our visit truly remarkable. The property is so quiet and the view is inspirational. The sunrise was terrific and the sunsets devine. The stars are out at night and though we tried to count then, it was impossible. May need to return for another try.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suleika C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View/ Relaxing
The stay was amazing. A real get away from society and time to relax and spend time with your family. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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!

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English

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