Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds - Topton

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Perfect privacy for 1-6 people. Only home at this elevation (4200').

Great Room, intimate surroundings - perfect for couples, dining table for 6.

Relax in Great Room and still enjoy the outdoors!

Appalachian Fireplace can heat the entire house.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Explore the area

Aquone, NC

Nantahala Lake3 min drive
Lakes End Marina9 min drive
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company39 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds

View the majestic Nantahala Mountains and beautiful Nantahala Lake from this gorgeous, very private, top of the mountain executive home. At 4200 feet, there are no obstructions to a breathtaking 240 degree view of the surrounding mountains and forest, and serene mountain lake below. A large cantilevered deck runs the length of the house, hanging over the side of our mountain. Suitable for outdoor dining and relaxing, some guests never leave it!

Indoors, relax in a magnificent, yet intimate, space highlighted by 24 foot ceilings and huge windows on three sides of the house. Red oak floors throughout. Private master suite with double sinks, heating and large glass shower. Cozy modern den is great for reading or watching satellite flatscreen TV. Wonderful indoor entertaining possibilities in greatroom with fireplace, dining area, and comfortable, spacious living area. Fully complemented kitchen complete with breakfast area for two, with unobstructed view of the Nantahala Mountain Range. House all on one level. NO SMOKING and NO PETS.

Direct access from front door to Bartram Trail, accessing the AT six miles to the northeast, or hike to the lake where pontoon rentals are available. Our canoe is provided; public ramp is located at the foot of our mountain. Great wildlife viewing, including black bear, coyote, deer, turkey and
bobcat. Unsurpassed birding right from the deck, located right in the middle of Audubon Important Bird Area (IBA). Raft the Nantahala, Ocoee, Chattooga, French Broad and more nearby. This is a perfect base for the outdoor enthusiast!

The nearby communities of Murphy, Andrews, Franklin, and Dillsboro offer great shopping opportunities for antiques and original art. Lots of art shows and craft fairs in the nearby mountain communities throughout the spring, summer, and fall.

Keywords: Elegant private mountain top home with fabulous mountain views

Property manager

Pamela Shade Murphy

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Only with strict supervision at all times

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in house or on the deck.

If you have muddy shoes, please remove in foyer. In general, please clean up after yourselves.

Treat my property as you would have a stranger treat yours. My transactions are guided by trust, and I hope that your's are, as well.

You may help yourself to open containers of condiments, spices, etc., should you run out. Otherwise, do not eat/drink what does not belong to you.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this holiday home is in the mountains. Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Travelling with kids? Consider Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Bryson City Gem Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Aquone, NC

What's nearby

Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk
Nantahala River - 1 min walk
Nantahala Lake - 3 min drive
Lakes End Marina - 9 min drive
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 39 min drive

Restaurants

Lakes End Marina - 8 min drive
Lakes End Roofing - 9 min drive
Fire Ant Grill - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds located?

This family-friendly Topton holiday home is located in the mountains, just steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Nantahala Lake is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laur L.

28 June 2022

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

A beautiful house with a perfect view!

We had a great time at Pam's house. She was responsive and helpful and her house is lovely. We paddles Nantahala Lake and searched for waterfalls during our visit. A perfect location to enjoy birding.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

6 June 2022

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

Great mountain getaway!

This mountain home has a beautiful view of the mountains. Enjoy bird watching on the deck with a great book, hit the Bartram Trail nearby, or go down and spend time on Lake Nantahala. This home has everything you need to make your stay comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Larry J., Foley, AL

4 January 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication, location

Beautiful home- Terrible accessibility

Beautiful home with amazing views. However, the home owner misrepresented the access to the cabin. Extremely sharp hairpin curves and steep climbs. Our problem was I inquired and was told it was no problem even though I asked specifically about this issue.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene G.

5 November 2021

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

Wonderful Mountain View House !

Had a wonderful stay at the Mountain View House. We loved everything about our visit…the amazing views, the house, the bird life, all the windows, and just all the special touches. Such a beautiful setting to relax and refresh at, a slice of heaven. One of our favorite rentals; we can’t wait to visit again! Darlene & Greg Hall

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

9 August 2021

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

Spectacular

Very clean, great property, amazing views, wonderful host. Everything we were hoping for and more. Highly recommend! Make sure to arrive during the day and follow Pam’s directions to the house. We will definitely be back

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Pamela Shade Murphy

I'm a person who values privacy, quiet, contemplation and nature. My friends are for life. Having sold a small retail food business, I now own a small garden design/installation business which is the thing I have always wanted to do. As a state certified master gardener, I also volunteer my time in many ways and in many communities. I split my living year between Atlanta, GA and MountainView House, where I hope to live full time one day. I enjoy most outdoor activities, but especially, hiking and bird watching. I'm an avid reader of history, natural science and literary novels and journals. I was once addicted to Breaking Bad and The Wire (probably still am) and I really enjoy well written serious dramatic as well as seriously funny TV and movies. I'm a native of Chicago and return often to the suburbs there to visit my mom (she's 100 :) who lives independently in the home my dad built in Northbrook, IL. I hope to stay active and independent all my life and I believe that the key to that is to always enjoy and have fun at what you do even if you could make more money doing something else.

Why they chose this property

I bought this beautiful place after spending a July 4 weekend in the Snowbird Mountains and seeing only 1 other person on the lake there. I began searching a bit farther south in The Nantahala range of the Smokies, where there were/are even less people, although after 25 years, there are a few more folks who have caught on to this magic place.
After two years of searching, this home came on the market and my realtor called me to come up and see it, even though it was for sale at a price higher than I had budgeted. One look out the western windows and I knew, THIS IS IT. I made an offer that day and have never looked back for the past 20 years. For me, it's not even the house, it's the place, itself, where I always feel closest to nature and her living things. The scene is always changing and always beautiful and haunting. There is always peace to be found here.

What makes this property unique

My home is situated on two (mostly vertical :) acres at the top of a mountain. Most of my very few neighbors are seasonal, but I live here on and off, year 'round. It is the incredible quiet and peace that I find here and yet I am only 140 miles from my home in Atlanta. I feel that The Nantahala is another country entirely, so close to Nature as it is and rugged enough that not that many people live here. I also enjoy the face that the road leading to my home is like a private driveway, really, and when the trees are in leaf, you would never know my home was there. When the trees are bare, my home is more exposed, but the mountain views are so much more dramatic! The spring and late fall are wonderful times to visit for this very reason but not many people take advantage of this fact and so I happily return for longer visits, especially in November, when it is still fairly warm and in the spring during bird migration. This is definitely a spot for serious birders or for anyone who enjoys the color and song of migrating birds. Also, bald eagles have returned to the lake - a wonderful indicator of a healthy environment. Travelers should know that this is not a rental property per se, but a private property that is sometimes rented. Therefore, my guests will find quality furnishings and art and probably things that I should not display because of their portability. I believe in trust and the honor system, though, and have found through the years that most people are honest and trustworthy which gives me great hope. I have been disappointed only 3 times in 18 years and I consider that a good record. Guests need only behave as they would in their own homes to have a good experience for themselves and for me.