Overlook at Lake James & Black Bear Access offers great lake and mountain views.

Experience peaceful views of Lake James and the surrounding Pisgah National Forest. Perched high above Black Bear Public Landing, guests are just minutes from the public boat ramp and short drive to Bear Creek Marina. Spend your days exploring both on and off the water. There are plenty of trails, parks, hiking, biking, kayaking, & nearby attractions to keep you busy. Relax by the fire or soak in the hot tub and melt your stress away. Pets welcome with fee. Whether you're looking to explore the area or simply enjoy a soothing retreat, this beautiful house has everything you need for a memorable stay. We look forward to welcoming you to our place. About our home: One level open design concept with a bonus space located above the garage. Great space to send the kids. Split bedroom design with 2 spacious bedrooms on one side with a large full bath. The center or heart of the home is open and inviting, with kitchen and island, large dining area, and comfy living room. The front of the home offers a large covered porch and cozy fire pit area, perfect for star gazing! The rear offers a screened porch, again with dining options, a rear and side deck with fenced in yard, and a restful hot tub. The master bedroom is on the opposite side of the house and offers a spacious master bath and walk in closet. The rear fenced yard is perfect for your four legged friends. We do ask that you clean up after your pet. Please do not let the pet on the beds and furniture. If you need this for therapy reasons, please bring pet appropriate throws with you. Our home sleeps 6 in beds. If you have additional little ones, please check with us prior to booking. We stock the linens, towels, dinnerware and cookware for 6 people. We have an outdoor gas grill on the rear side porch. If you bring a boat, you can park the trailer in one of the turnouts below the house. The Black Bear Public Access Boat ramp and parking is located just across the road from our driveway. Boat rentals are available at Bear Creek Marina and several other companies if you want to do some day boating. We are conveniently located between Charlotte and Asheville NC. About an hour or more away from either airport. Close to the quaint town of Marion, Morganton, Old Fort, Linville and the High Country, Black Mountain and Asheville. Within an hour drive, you can explore scenic trails, Grandfather Mountain, Tweetsie Railroad, Linville Caverns, Linville Falls, Biltmore House, gold mining in Little Switzerland, and winter skiing at Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain. The possibilities are endless.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).Additional info may be required on pets.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Children should be supervised if outdoors..About customRules:Responsible booking party must share full contact info, including address, phoen and email..Pets must be disclosed and fee paid.,No parties, large events or gatherings allowed. No smoking please..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.