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The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Balsam Grove, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Wolf Creek Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

Balsam Grove

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of Nantahala National Forest and Pisgah National Forest. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .In proximity to this Balsam Grove holiday home you'll find Lake Jocassee.

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 18 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Wolf Creek Lake - 18 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Wolf Creek Lake Access Area - 19 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Davidson River - 25 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside Dining Room - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Headwater Trout Farm - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jonie's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moonshine Country Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant at The Greystone Inn - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>

Where luxury rises above the resort.

Perched high on the resort landscape, The Overlook - Luxury Home (formerly The Retreat) is the crown jewel of Valley Bear Farms—a private, pet-free sanctuary where elevated design meets sweeping views of the Pisgah wilderness.

This three-bedroom modern lodge was crafted for those who crave both serenity and sophistication. The primary king suite offers an ensuite bath and direct access to a private deck—ideal for slow coffee mornings or starlit evenings. Two beautifully appointed queen bedrooms share a separate full bath, each styled with understated elegance and intentional comfort.
The heart of the home lives on the second level, where a chef’s kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances opens to panoramic vistas of our 150-acre resort and farm. Downstairs, a sleek wet bar and cozy lounge area invite connection and celebration. A spacious mudroom and laundry area ensure your stay is as effortless as it is indulgent.

Outside, the living is just as intentional. A private hot tub, open-air fireplace, and two expansive decks offer multiple ways to soak in the mountain air, the silence, and the sense of peace that comes from being fully surrounded by wild beauty.

The Overlook House isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a perspective shift, a breath of fresh air, and a luxurious retreat into nature’s most elevated expression.

For your safety, there are exterior security camera all around the outside of the home and a Ring doorbell camera at the 2 front entrances. These cameras monitor only the outside area, not inside the home.

All Valley Bear Farms’ accommodations offer full access to resort amenities such as wood-burning sauna, disc golf course, pickleball courts, private hiking trails, creek-fed pond and much, much more.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

7451

Frequently asked questions

Does The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat> have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat> a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The Overlook -.

Is there a private hot tub at The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>?

No, The Overlook - does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>?

No, pets are not allowed.

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