Riverfront Sanctuary | Your Mountain Getaway

Entire home in Burnsville, North Carolina

  1. 10 guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 6 beds
  4. 4.5 baths
Hosted by Gustavo & Isabel
  1. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Mountain view

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Great host communication

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Perched above the South Toe River, this mountain retreat offers 180° rushing river views, three king suites with private baths, and a cozy guest house. Gather by the stone fireplace, dine overlooking the water, or unwind on the deck surrounded by forest. Just 1.5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway—this riverside haven is perfect for families and adventurers seeking peace, nature, and connection. Book your stay at Riverbend today!

The space
🏔️ Designed Stay for outdoor, nature-loving families and friends who crave both mountain adventure and laid back comfort by the River.

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Lots of room to get together or spend time alone. Outdoor fireplace with 55” TV. Main house has 3 king size bedrooms with their own private bathrooms.

The adjacent Guest House is 2 bedrooms, One with 2 full-size beds and the other has separated Full size bunk bed size. Guest house has its own full kitchen, full bathroom, living room with TV, own balcony with seating and great views.

Main House:
Bedroom1 - King bed
Bedroom 2- King Bed
Bedroom 3- King Bed

Guest House:
Bedroom 1 - Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 2 - Full size Separated Bunkbed

Food shopping:

Ingles Grocery Store is roughly 20-25 minutes from the house. The address is 400 E U.S. Hwy 19E Bypass, Burnsville, NC 28714.

Effler's family-run grocery store is just a few miles from the house but has a much smaller selection. Address is 12410 NC-80, Burnsville, NC 28714

The South Toe River has plenty of trout year-round, including wild trout (rainbow, brook, brown) The neighborhood has a catch-and-release policy. You do not need a separate fishing license if you already possess a NC State-issued license. If not, you must purchase a fishing license if you would like to fish. They can be bought at most gas stations

Guest access
Located on the picturesque Mount Mitchell Golf Course, our home offers open green views and plenty of outdoor space. Although the course is currently closed for repairs following Hurricane Helene, guests are invited to stroll along its serene fairways and enjoy full use of our large yard

Other things to note
This special property is now under new professional management by the bnb way, LLC, a boutique vacation rental agency specializing in five-star guest experiences

We recognize that some previous guest reviews reflected some issues. Since taking over, in partnership with the owners, we've invested in a comprehensive deep clean and implemented our proven housekeeping and guest care systems.

The result is a renewed and elevated guest stay experience — one that truly matches the beauty and serenity of this riverside mountain home. We’re confident your visit will reflect the five-star experience this property was always meant to offer.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

River view
Mountain view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 4.92 out of 5 from 50 reviews.

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This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Burnsville, North Carolina, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

We are on the Mount Mitchell Golf Course, on the 14th hole, overlooking the South Toe River. Very unique, spectacular views. We have a large yard which guests have full access to, However, guests are not allowed to walk, jog, or play at any time on the golf course. You may book to play at Mount Mitchell's Golf Course web site. The golf season depends on the weather, but is typically from early April through October 31st every year, Monday through Sunday. The Golf Course Restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday.

Meet your host

Host
370 reviews
4.93 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Born in the 60s
Where I went to school: Purdue University
Gustavo and Isabel, with their four children have been hiking, biking, climbing, swimming, skiing, tubing, golfing, horseback riding, white water rafting, motorcycling, brewery hopping and relaxing in this area for over 30 years. They’ve lived in Miami for over 40 years.

Co-hosts

  • Isabella

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
10 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm