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Mountainview House - Luxurious Privacy Above the Clouds
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9.8 out of 10
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167.2 sq m
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Explore the area
Aquone, NC
- Nantahala River1 min walk
- Nantahala Lake5 min drive
- Lakes End Marina9 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
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
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
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. Wilson Lick Ranger Station and Wayah Bald Lookout are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Parker Meadows Park and Ferebee Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Aquone, NC
What's nearby
- Nantahala River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Nantahala Lake - 5 min drive - 1.6 km
- Lakes End Marina - 9 min drive - 4.2 km
- Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 29 min drive - 23.7 km
- Wayah Bald Lookout - 30 min drive - 17.6 km
Restaurants
- Lakes End Cafe & Grill - 8 min drive
- Fat Buddies - 51 min drive
- Fire Ant Grill - 17 min drive
- Hot Tub Time Machine - 28 min drive
- todds store - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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