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Private Studio Apartment with Easy Walk to WCU

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Welcome to Catamount Overlook!
With a view of WCU you'll understand why we call this place "Catamount Overlook"
Property grounds
From the deck of Catamount Overlook.
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Cullowhee, NC
  • Western Carolina University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Tuckasegee River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lake Glenville
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Private Studio Apartment with Easy Walk to WCU

Newly remodeled (as of May 1, 2021) studio apartment with deck and clear view to Western Carolina University campus. Ideal for parents and visitors with just a few minutes walk to the center of campus, sports facilities, or nearby off-campus apartment complexes. Features a nicely apportioned kitchenette with fridge/freezer, glasstop cook stove, combination convection/microwave oven, coffee maker. 43" smart tv, queen bed, and pull-out sofa. Covered parking for motorcycles. Fast, reliable wifi; excellent cell reception. Hosts on site.

Property manager

Russ Seagle
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child-friendly, but not "child-proof."
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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
Trip Insurance: We highly recommend you purchase trip insurance in the event your cancelation does not allow a full refund.

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

Cullowhee

Located in Cullowhee, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Arrowmont Stables are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Bear Creek Lake Access Area. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • Western Carolina University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tuckasegee River - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Lake Glenville - 28 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 30 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Patron Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Studio Apartment with Easy Walk to WCU pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Studio Apartment with Easy Walk to WCU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Studio Apartment with Easy Walk to WCU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Studio Apartment with Easy Walk to WCU located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Western Carolina University. Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center and Tuckasegee River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

skylar k.

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

Great Stay!

Super comfy and super close to campus. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Great location near WCI

I needed a quiet place near WCU so that I could attend a conference but not have to stay at a hotel. This was perfect. I definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

WCU visit

Thank you! We had a lovely stay. The location is so close to WCU where we visited our daughter. It was very convenient to campus. Our host also provided a nice cup of coffee which was much appreciated the next morning!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

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

Comfortable and Immaculate Property

This is absolutely the cleanest and most comfortable vbro that I have stayed in. The host's communication was excellent and the studio apartment had everything you might need while away from home and more. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

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

Great stay!

This was an excellent place to stay! Very clean, so close to WCU and great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Lovely place close to WCU

Lovely property for 2-3 people, communicative and responsive owners, all around positive experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara W.

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

WCU Visit

Great location if traveling to visit WCU. Would definitely stay again! Owners were attentive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property. Very clean and great rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

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

Great stay

We had a fabulous stay at Catamount Overlook while getting our daughter settled into the dorms. Excellent location and super attentive hosts. Incredible hospitality, every convenience offered. Can’t wait to visit again. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S., Fort Myers, FL

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

Super location!

Lovely apartment right across from WCU. Very convenient and super quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Quiet clean place to be

We had a great experience from start to finish. The check-in process was more than easy in the room was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Cute place

Everything was very clean, and the property was as described. It was a convenient location for my business meetings at SWCC and WCU.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Football weekend at WCU

We had an amazing visit to Cullowhee! We were in town for a WCU football game and I could not recommend a better place to stay. Russ was easy to communicate with and the property was lovely. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Perfection

Catamount overlook is the perfect place to stay when visiting WCU. Affordable rates, very clean, and great attention to even the smallest detail. This place has it all and will be our family’s first choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cutest Apartment, Perfect for Wkend Visit to WCU

Very nice apartment. Super cute and clean! Awesome hospitality from owners. In walking distance to WCU-took me 5-10 minutes to get to campus walking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., LINCOLNTON

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

Sweet Cozy Studio!

My husband and I stayed here for orientation weekend at WCU and we loved it. The rental was beautiful and comfortable. We enjoyed the coffee and drinks that were provided and loved the mirror in the bathroom! We hope to stay here again when we visit our daughter in the fall. Thank you Russ for allowing us to use you space, we thoroughly enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Perfect studio

What a beautiful space. Very clean, very functional, very tasteful, and very conveniently located. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

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

Homecoming at WCU 2023

The cutest studio near campus!! The owners were very accommodating and nice. They greeted us upon arriving and were very good at responding on the app if we had any concerns or questions. The home was very clean and they even had little supplies/goodies throughout the home. The walk to campus was also very short and easy. Definitely will be staying again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Excellent stay with really nice touches

Immaculately clean efficiency apartment. Very nicely appointed with some welcome touches. Very comfortable bed and linens. Coffee maker with accommodation for all coffee needs. Two burner cooktop and refrigerator. Well setup bathroom with everything you need. I very much appreciated the coffee table that lifted up to be a desk while I worked. I highly recommend the property. Russ and Hilary were excellent hosts and very easy to work with. I would welcome the opportunity to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay overlooking Campus!

Wow, what a fantastic studio apartment overlooking the WCU campus. It was the perfect place to stay; extremely clean and very well-appointed. The communication, check-in/out, location, and cleanliness were all top-notch. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

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

Recommend!

Nice property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

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

Wonderful Studio Apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this wonderful studio apartment. It was very clean, up to date and offered everything that we needed for our stay. The location was perfect for us to walk to WCU and not be concerned with parking. We also appreciate the great communication by our host Russ. We would definitely stay here again and we are looking forward to our next visit!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great accommodations for WCU families

This was the perfect stay for a WCU family. Location was great, everything was modern and well thought out. We will definitely stay again here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Russ Seagle

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I am the CEO of a financial services company, and my wife is the coordinator for transfer advising and a faculty member at the nearby community college. I travel a lot for business, usually staying in hotels. When we travel together (which is more frequently these days), we prefer short-term rentals. We want this to be the kind of place we'd like to rent, and we'll work hard to make your stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

We've owned this house since 2003. A "new" master suite was added back in the early 1970s. When our kids moved out, we moved back into the "old" master suite to make way for a rental. Our location is perfect if you're a parent visiting a WCU student, or if you're coming for a campus tour. The space is designed to feel comfortable if you have to hang around (this is a temperate rain forest, and locals know that WCU stands for "We Carry Umbrellas!").

You won't want to spend too much time indoors, though. You might prefer a drive to Cherokee to visit the casino or watch some elk, or a shopping trip to Waynesville, Bryson City, Cashiers, or Dillsboro. If you're on two wheels, we can help you plan a route that will keep your knees in the breeze all day long. You bikers who prefer human power will enjoy the Fire Mountain Trails located in Cherokee. If 4-wheeling is more your speed, you'll want to hit the Wayehutta OHV trail and sling some mud.

No matter what you want to do in the mountains, Catamount Overlook is the place to start and end each day.

Why they chose this property

We designed this space especially for the comfort of those visiting WCU. We had one daughter graduate from WCU, and another who attended college in a small rural town halfway across the country. We know what it's like to drive long distance or have to fly to an airport an hour away from your destination. Catamount Overlook is ready to invite you in the moment you arrive. More than a hotel room, and not as cavernous as a house, this spacioius studio apartment has all you need within reach.

If you plan to work, we have super-fast wifi. There's a smart tv so you can access your favorite streaming service for tv and movies. The small but functional kitchen has everything you need for a night in, and your hosts will help you find the perfect dining experience for a night out.

What makes this property unique

If you're visiting WCU, there's no other place like Catamount Overlook. Leave your car behind and walk to campus or to one of the nearby off-campus apartment housing complexes. If you're attending a football game, skip the traffic and enjoy a 15 minute walk to the stadium. After the game, you'll be home before most fans get out of the parking lot.

Languages:

English

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