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The Overlook on South Toe River

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Great fishing from your part of the river.
What a view from this house
This is minutes away.
A four person hot tub with a view!
Speaks for itself. View from our porch!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Burnsville, NC
  • Table Rock Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Emerald Village
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Mount Mitchell
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Overlook on South Toe River

18 acres, 2 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, cottage with over 2000' sq living space, and your own 400' of river frontage and personal swimming hole, Down across the street on our property still! Electric car charge plug on request!
Late on a summer day you watched as the shaded green hues of evening drew their veil over the valley and the setting sun highlighted distant Celo Knob. You could hear the bullfrog call to the fireflies down by the pond where the old mare had, after a last long drink, headed for a barn far off. With the windows open you had to draw the covers up to your chin during the night. In the morning you wandered down to the rivers edge with your cup of coffee in hand. As you approached, the trout scattered. Puppy couldn't resist the temptation and got thoroughly wet. The mist on the river began to burn off as the sun climbed higher in the sky. No TV tonight, instead you'll have bonfire down by the river. In no hurry, you ambled back up the driveway past acres of summer blooms and lawn, thinking "I'm glad I don't have to mow". Instead, you spent the afternoon floating in an old inner-tube down the river all the way to Patience Park, someone was there to meet you and give you a ride home.
Just a few miles south of the cabin is the Mt Mitchell Golf Course, rated 4 1/2 stars by Golf Digest, and voted #1 semi-private course in the region by the readers of the Asheville Citizen Times. Also right next to the Golf Course, than a half mile further away is the trail head into the Pisgah National forest, a trail that leads up to the Roaring Fork waterfall, one of the regions prettiest falls, and one of the easiest to hike to, only a half mile of old forest roadway. Mt Mitchell can be reached from the cabin by automobile in less than 15 minutes.
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Property manager

Richard Wineberg
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Burnsville

Burnsville is home to this holiday home. Young's Mountain Music and Parkway Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Mitchell Golf Club and Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club. Mountainside Wine and Emerald Village are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Burnsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Penland School of Crafts - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Table Rock Trail - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Emerald Village - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Mount Mitchell State Park - 47 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Mount Mitchell - 48 min drive - 46.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Chalet Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪No. 3 Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪No. 3 Grill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Overlook on South Toe River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Overlook on South Toe River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Overlook on South Toe River?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Overlook on South Toe River located?

Situated in Burnsville, this holiday home is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Young's Mountain Music and Penland School of Crafts. Mount Mitchell Golf Club and Mountainside Wine are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 105 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

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

Lovely!

My fam was very comfortable and really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

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

Our stay in the Overlook cabin

The location was perfect for us — just a short walk from our daughter’s house. The place was peaceful with a great view of the mountains. And we loved the big kitchen, with all that we needed for cooking meals.Gary, the property manager, was responsive when we needed help figuring out the heating system and gave us good advice about keeping the pipes from freezing.We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracey b.

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

Mountain retreat overlook

Private,peaceful,respite, nature,view, and easy access to amenities
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eloise G.

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

Wonderful cabin

We had another restorative week—this is a welcoming and comfortable spot for reading, puzzling, and cooking big dinners—and most importantly for enjoying the many moods of the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Paradise on the South Toe

This was our 3rd or 4th stay at the Overlook, so clearly we love the place. The view, the hottub, the swimming hole, and the kitchen are the biggest highlights. The driveway is steep but no problem for our Subaru, and very much worth the climb. We are sad to leave but very much hope to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff s.

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

best place on the Toe

I stayed with my 2 daughters (age 11 and 13). We love Burnsville. We stay on the Toe at least once a summer. Stayed at different houses. This my favorite. It's not "redone". It's dated and a little worn inside. Kitchen has everything you need. The view is great. Pure mountain views. These views are without other houses or vacation homes. The view is the BEST. Location on the Toe River is also great. An actual swimming hole is in the river, The Toe river is the star of the show for us. You can swim or tube.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

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

Relaxing with a view and river

House with character and amazing view of a mountain range to watch the clouds roll in and out with amazing sunsets sometimes. The river is great too, wildlife everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing view and tons of fireflies!

This was the second time we stayed at this particular property. We love the seclusion and the view of Celo Knob. The fireflies and stars at night are beautiful. There is a nice swimming hole down on the south toe. We would love to see a roof built back on the porch so we can enjoy that area during rain showers. We would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade C.

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

Mountain Dream!

This place is semi secluded and beautiful! Access to the river was amazing. I needed some time away from city life in Florida and this was the perfect place to do it. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime Q.

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

Always the best

It rained a lot when we were there, which was a new beauty we hadn't previously experienced. We always just hang around the area because I have an older dog who gets exhausted walking to the river and back. Lots of reading, nature studies, picturesque scenes and tranquility (and amazing humans when we did venture out!).
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger S., Washington, DC

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

Great Place

Very comfortable place with a great view of the mountains!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Spectacular Getaway

My husband and I visit the NC Mountains after each of his doctor visits at UNC Chapel Hill. We always find different locations and rentals in the Spruce Pine, Banner Elk, and Little Switzerland areas. This particular location in Burnsville did not disappoint. My husband enjoyed some fly fishing in the South Toe River, while I enjoyed my photography capturing the amazing scenery. The Overlook home was neatly kept and quite comfortable. I wish we could have stayed longer, but circumstances required that we end our stay sooner than expected. It just makes us want to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carleen S.

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

would stay again!

IEntering the cabin felt like walking into a good friend's or family's house! Location was secluded and fall foilage was gorgeous, cabin & location so beautiful we only left twice, once for groceries and another to have breakfast at "pigs & grits" (highly recommend) and do some shopping. Beds were comfy, all linens were clean, "fireplace" (wood burning stove) was great. ALL pictures accurately showed property, kitchen well equipped AND night lights were placed throughout cabin a very thoughtful perk as I had brought my own!EXACTLY what we were looking for to de-compress after hurricane Ian left our island in SW Fl devasted and we also were able to finally celebrate 42nd anniversary. Drove to end of driveway and fished on owners private land. I could go on & on...if you like a peaceful, quiet and not too secluded this is the cabin for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey A.

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

A gorgeous secluded cabin

The property was incredible. It was very secluded and had an amazing view from the side porch. The river front part of the property was beautiful. I plan on coming back during the summer to enjoy the river more.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracey b., grovetown

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

Autumn overlook

Peaceful retreat enjoyed our time very much Serenity beautiful and captured photographical images of landscape. Enjoy the meadow and landscaping and serene atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S. S.

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

Nice getaway

Beautiful property with a nice downtown area and great dining within twenty minutes in any direction, will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracey b., grovetown

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

Serenity 2

Privacy excellent, view marvelous, travel to city and key sight seeing wonderful. Friendly community and home provided numerous areas where all family members could relax and enjoy theirselves without being in each other’s personal space zone which is a must with group table for interaction and jacuzzi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eloise G.

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

Lovely and restful

A hidden treasure— private and perfect for true mountain lovers.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime Q.

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

Birthday/Mother's Day Trip

So grateful to get to spend time at this magical place again! I definitely bombarded the property owner with questions this year (sorry about that) but he was quick to reply and super helpful. We loved eating all of our meals out on the porch looking out at the mountains, and spending all the time we could down by the river. It was warm enough to swim in this year! My daughter also really enjoyed the hot tub. We finally went to go see some waterfalls too, and they did not disappoint! Thank you for another wonderful trip!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

perry m.

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

Exceptional

This property has natural beauty, seclusion, and all the comforts of home. Absolutely perfect getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronda R.

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

Amazing

Our stay was wonderful. It was the perfect getaway. Loved the deer in the morning and the hot tub at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joann C.

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

Absolutely Perfect

The location of the Overlook is priceless. We loved being able to sip coffee outside seeing all the fall colors on the mountain. It's peaceful, relaxing and just perfect. The hot tub was a treat nightly after hiking to waterfalls. We cooked dinners at the property, and enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen very much. Waterfalls are a short, beautiful 20 minute drive in any direction. We loved our stay here very much and everything was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette P.

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

Serenity

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Overlook! I could not have asked for a more beautiful, peaceful week off the grid!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., New York

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

another fantastic stay

This was our second summer staying here, this time we splurged and stayed for three weeks. My favorite part is the swimming hole, there really isn't a better spot on the river for swimming, with a large deep area, big enough for laps. But there is also a nice sandy beach and plenty of shallow areas by the shore where small kids can play and wade. The view from the porch (and hot tub) is amazing, and we really enjoyed just watching the mountain- its appearance seems to change constantly with the movement of the sun and clouds. And the house has a great kitchen, well-equipped with high-end stove/oven, dishwasher, everything you need to make delicious food.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

James T.

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

Our 40th anniversary

Me and my wife stayed here for our 40 anniversary the so-called private swimming hole that you describe was not private at all it was a very long walk down the driveway and crossed the main Paved road to get to it to find out that there are other people already there. Upon arrival we walked into the house and it smelled really musky and the bed's did not sleep very well also tried to call the manager several times and never did get a response or call back. If I could give this place a review less than one I would
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

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Hosted by Richard Wineberg

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We have been serving the Burnsville Area with vacation rentals since 2007.

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