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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

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Purlear, NC
  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Appalachian State University
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Property is not fenced. No dogs on furniture.
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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 Jefferson Landing and Mountain Aire Golf Club. 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 mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Purlear, NC

What's nearby

  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir - 32 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 42 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Appalachian State University - 45 min drive - 40.2 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 45 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 50 min drive - 44.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ridge Diner's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬31 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. Wilkes Community College and Holmes Convocation Center are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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

Andrew W.

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

An incredible weekend family get away!

The Overlook Cabin was an incredible getaway experience for our family. The property managers were incredible to work with. The property was super clean, gorgeous, well maintained, and a perfect place for us to retreat for a few days.We cant wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great cabin with a beautiful view. Owners were quick to answer any questions I had even though if I had read the welcome manual first all my questions would have been answered. Our daughter enjoyed trying out her barista skill with the well stocked coffee bar. The kitchen was great and I used it daily for cooking. Have never stayed in a rental so well stocked I used it daily all the cooking
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley S.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

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

Highly recommend!

Love this place. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

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

Wonderful stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Overlook. Paula and Brian are wonderful hosts and the house had everything we needed during our stay and more. The coffee bar was amazing and we loved the little touches to make us feel at home. I could have sat on the porch looking at the view all day. The area was very quiet and easy to get to. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

One of the best

We have stayed in many cabins and VRBO properties over the years and this was absolutely a favorite! The views were stunning, comfortable beds, responsive owners, and an overall wonderful experience. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Amazing trip at the Overlook

The Overlook was exactly as described! The community it’s located in has nice trails and a pretty waterfall. We absolutely loved the porch area that overlooked the mountains. It was such a peaceful place to spend time in the mornings and evenings. We also really enjoyed the fire pit area. Paula and Brian were wonderful hosts! They were responsive to messages and answered all our questions before arriving. We are very thankful we chose The Overlook and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Privacy and Seclusion With A Great View

We spent nearly two weeks at this incredible cabin with a spectacular mountain view. Everything that you need is available in this cabin including K-cups for the Keurig coffee maker! Paula and Brian were very helpful and accommodating in resolving a problem we experienced with the gate to access this gated community. We enjoyed the peace, privacy and solitude and recommend staying here if you want to get away from the noise and commotion of everyday living.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

The Overlook is worth the stay.

Very cute cabin with breathtaking Mountain View’s. The house is very well stocked, with great detail to anything you might need. The welcome package waiting for us upon arrival was a great surprise! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mena P.

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

Home away from home

Third time staying in this cabin. Excellent communication with the owners, great location, and beautiful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

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

Outlook

This is the second time we stayed at the outlook. The house is beautiful and the view is outstanding. The hosts are extremely friendly and helpful. Looking forward to our next visit there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Great place

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Wonderful week!

We loved our stay at the Overlook! It was very clean, and holding true to many reviews I read before booking, very well-stocked. The coffee station was everyone’s first stop in the morning on the way to the deck to enjoy the view. It was perfect! The one downside that we experienced was that while the deck faces West and the sunsets were beautiful, we were there in early July, which made the heat difficult to endure on the deck as the sun came down. We had to go inside for a while to get relief from the sun in the A/C during that time (until the sun set behind the trees). That’s not a deal-breaker for me, but I feel that Summer renters should just be aware. The only other suggestion I have would be to replace the 4 rockers on the deck with something a little more comfortable, and perhaps add a small table & chairs for those who wish to eat or play a game outside while enjoying the incredible view. That’s the only suggested improvement I have. Otherwise, it was very homey and comfortable. We brought our Greyhound, who also liked it there and was very comfortable. The owners also provided pet bowls, which was very convenient! I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

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

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

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests