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The Overlook -<Luxury Home -formerly The Retreat>
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
Explore the area

Balsam Grove, NC
- Pisgah Astronomical Research InstitutePlace, Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute18 min drive
- Tuckasegee RiverPlace, Tuckasegee River19 min drive
- Wolf Creek LakePlace, Wolf Creek Lake20 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)64 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Balsam Grove
When you stay at this vacation home in Balsam Grove, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Pisgah National Forest. .This vacation home is 26.4 mi (42.5 km) from Lake Jocassee and 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Wolf Creek Lake.
What's nearby
- Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute - 18 min drive - 8.2 miles
- Tuckasegee River - 19 min drive - 8.4 miles
- Wolf Creek Lake - 20 min drive - 9.0 miles
- Wolf Creek Lake Access Area - 20 min drive - 9.6 miles
- Lake Toxaway - 31 min drive - 18.9 miles
Getting around
- Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
- Lakeside Dining Room - 43 min drive
- Smoke Rise Field Club - 25 min drive
- Jonie's - 9 min drive
- Headwater Trout Farm - 11 min drive
- Moonshine Country Club - 9 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.
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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking and a car charging station.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Hot tub
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
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
- Smoking not allowed
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 organized 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
Pets not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
7451