Here are the words that come to mind describing what it feels like to be at Hawk's View-- The confluence of earthly delights and heavenly beauty with its whiff of humor makes us forget the reason to be anywhere else.

Nice view , very nice house to stay

Hawks View is a lovely cabin with amazing views! Cynthia has thought of everything and is so easy to work with. We spent the majority of our time out on the porch enjoying the hammock and the gas fire pit in the evenings. The location feels secluded but still close to Spruce Pine and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our daughter and our Doodle loved the small trail around the house! Such a great idea and we felt comfortable letting her explore once we realized it was marked (with colorful bottles) and led back to the driveway. We hope to back soon!

Really hate to write this review! Have stayed at Hawks view at least 6 times and love it more each time. Getting harder and harder to get in because others have already found it. If I tell the truth, we will never get to have Thanksgiving there again. A PERFECT beautiful, private retreat. Fortunately we have been able to already reserve next Thanksgiving, so do not even try. Also a week in the early Spring. Cynthia is the perfect Hostess and very easy to communicate with. We are both in our late 70’s and can easily entertain ourselves on the deck by the FirePit or inside with a roaring fire in the fire place. There is lots to do in the area but for us, the remoteness and privacy are perfect. Only went down the mountain 3 time in the 10 days we were there. What can I say - pick up your significant other and really enjoy each other in the bit of heaven in the Blue Ridge. Dave & Sally

As others have said, the view is unbeatable. Cozy, with all the essentials covered.

As others have said, the view is unbeatable. Cozy, with all the essentials covered.

A Beautiful piece of property that makes you feel right at home. You can sit and take in the views all day. Very tasteful art and decoration. Great location if your looking to explore the area. I will definitely be back.

Solitude and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. What more could you ask for? I highly recommend a stay at the Hawk’s View House.

The ride up the steep one lane road and driveway was thrilling, and what a prize at the top! The house is like a fairy cottage, with fun classy/funky art that gives it so much charm. It was well stocked with all the comforts of home, clean and bright and sunny with large windows. We spent most of our 4 night visit sitting on the wraparound porch- everywhere we sat offered a breathtaking view. Most spectacular was how the view changed with the weather throughout the days. The owner sent us excellent details about the house and the surrounding areas, she was very helpful. We will definitely return!

A Beautiful piece of property that makes you feel right at home. You can sit and take in the views all day. Very tasteful art and decoration. Great location if your looking to explore the area. I will definitely be back.

The ride up the steep one lane road and driveway was thrilling, and what a prize at the top! The house is like a fairy cottage, with fun classy/funky art that gives it so much charm. It was well stocked with all the comforts of home, clean and bright and sunny with large windows. We spent most of our 4 night visit sitting on the wraparound porch- everywhere we sat offered a breathtaking view. Most spectacular was how the view changed with the weather throughout the days. The owner sent us excellent details about the house and the surrounding areas, she was very helpful. We will definitely return!

This house is a treasure. Everything you need, entertaining and whimsy decor details and a stupendous vista. We spend most of our time on the porch and there's little reason to do otherwise. While it can accommodate more we prefer to keep this exquisite experience all to ourselves. We may consider our beloved dog on the next visit. Thank you Cynthia for sharing your home in the hills.

The Hawks View house really is a little piece of heaven! While we did venture out during the day, my favorite part was returning to the house to watch the sun set (even if we couldn’t see much because of the clouds- although they were enchanting in their own right). Multiple times during our stay I found myself saying, “man, they have thought of everything here!”. I think the property owners have done a wonderful job of welcoming visitors into your house and have stocked it with just about everything you might need. My boyfriend and I will definitely be staying here again!

I highly recommend Hawk's View House for it's peaceful environment, spectacular views, and thoughtfully designed home. We had a spectacular stay!

Hawks view is beautiful and has the best view of the mountains. The owner was very organized and had everything for your stay. We loved the art and crafts throughout the home and the wood stove was great. Our dog daisy loved the property too. This Vrbo is five star property. Thank you for sharing your home. We enjoyed our weekend there!

Hawk's View house is exactly as described on Vrbo! The sunset views from the front porch are amazing. The house has a quirky charm that is unique and fun. This is the cleanest Vrbo I've ever visited, you can tell it is well taken care of. Cynthia is a most welcoming host and was always quick with a response to any questions. The house seems very secluded even though there are a few other homes on the mountain. This is a good location if you are looking for some peace and quiet, but still want to be a short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking, fishing, waterfalls, Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock, and the 3 ski resorts in nearby towns. The house has everything that you need for a relaxing vacation. Can't wait to book again and see what other season have to offer here at Hawk's View!

Hawk's View house is exactly as described on Vrbo! The sunset views from the front porch are amazing. The house has a quirky charm that is unique and fun. This is the cleanest Vrbo I've ever visited, you can tell it is well taken care of. Cynthia is a most welcoming host and was always quick with a response to any questions. The house seems very secluded even though there are a few other homes on the mountain. This is a good location if you are looking for some peace and quiet, but still want to be a short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking, fishing, waterfalls, Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock, and the 3 ski resorts in nearby towns. The house has everything that you need for a relaxing vacation. Can't wait to book again and see what other season have to offer here at Hawk's View!

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The whole family loved the incredible views and the house layout. We appreciated the two fully-stocked bathrooms with fluffy towels and the fully-stocked kitchen. So close to Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and Linville Caverns. Our girls enjoyed gem mining only 15 minutes from the home. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with thoughtful extras!

A beautiful home with beautiful views fully stocked with everything you would ever need. Beautiful artwork, nicely decorated and very inviting to the visitor. We will be back!

Absolutely great place to stay while in NC. Place has ‘to die for’ views and the nighttime sky is simply breath taking. The interior design and architecture alone are stunning enough to keep you pleasantly happy indoors. But the second you step out of this wonderful home you understand why you choose here to vacation. Beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. I’m conclusion we thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would recommend staying here to everyone! Thank you letting us enjoy your home Cynthia, we seriously had an amazing time!

This property makes for a perfect retreat for a small group looking to unwind, connect with nature, and the local art community. The property is equipped with all you need and the owners’ attention to detail makes staying at the property easy and stress free😊

This property makes for a perfect retreat for a small group looking to unwind, connect with nature, and the local art community. The property is equipped with all you need and the owners’ attention to detail makes staying at the property easy and stress free😊�

All of the 5 star reviews say it all. Very clean, comfortable, uniquely decorated, well-equipped and stocked with everything you need. Thoughtful touches throughout and clear instructions for everything. Cynthia stands out with excellent, clear, quick, responsive and friendly communications.

All of the 5 star reviews say it all. Very clean, comfortable, uniquely decorated, well-equipped and stocked with everything you need. Thoughtful touches throughout and clear instructions for everything. Cynthia stands out with excellent, clear, quick, responsive and friendly communications.

This is a lovely, CLEAN, light filled cottage with an OUTSTANDING view! Comfortable furniture in living area. Wonderful covered porch with all the things a renter could want to enjoy this amazing outdoor setting. Well stocked kitchen with GOOD pots and pans. Treat yourself to a MAGICAL stay at Hawk's View. You will NOT be disappointed.

My husband and I stayed at Hawks View House for a week. We stayed here 3 years ago and had to come back. The views are literally perfect brushstrokes from God and the house is clean, outfitted (you truly don't need to bring any spices,etc.), and beautiful! The beds are comfortable, the towels fluffy. The great hiking nearby, the waterfalls, and just plain relaxing were perfect for us. There are no neighbors you can see. You really don't want to miss this one.

My husband and I stayed at Hawks View House for a week. We stayed here 3 years ago and had to come back. The views are literally perfect brushstrokes from God and the house is clean, outfitted (you truly don't need to bring any spices,etc.), and beautiful! The beds are comfortable, the towels fluffy. The great hiking nearby, the waterfalls, and just plain relaxing were perfect for us. There are no neighbors you can see. You really don't want to miss this one.

I was stubborn and thought my GPS would take me to Hawks View House, it didn’t. Just remember remember to follow Cynthia’s directions. It is an amazing property, planned to the most minute detail, but the views from the porch were what moved me. You can tell the owner has lived there, and responded to the comments from guests. The blinds on the porch are one example. I found hooks for a hammock on the porch, but too late. We ate breakfast and dinner at the property most days, and went on excursions during the day. I would have been perfectly happy sitting on the porch and watching the changing view. Sometimes weather, sometimes cloud or fog, and sometimes it was the blue/Smokey haze due to the terpenoids. I feed hummingbirds, so I enjoyed cleaning and filling the feeders. Some may not know that the little birds are susceptible to mold in the nectar once it becomes cloudy. My birds are very quiet, but the Hawks View House hummingbirds are very vocal. Google told me this could be for a variety of reasons, such as defending their territory, announcing the location of nectar, or just being happy. I chose the latter. We also had young cardinals fighting their image in our vehicle rear view mirrors, a few goldfinches, and some birds we couldn’t ID, possibly juncos, and some titmice. One morning before seven I surprised five wild turkeys within two feet of the porch. We saw several deer as well, but missed the hawk. The kitchen had everything we needed, but I did notice the fridge seal kept keeping it from closing. The grill worked fine for a nice ribeye from the Ingles, which is a great grocery store down the hill in Spruce Pine. The beds were super comfy and the linens and pillows exceptional. I used the big fluffy blankets early one morning on the porch, and they kept the chill at bay. It was with great regret that I discovered the gas fire pit too late. For me, it was all about the view from the porch. I wish I could have brought my pup, but he is double the size limit for Hawks View. I can’t wait for the opportunity to visit again and get snowed in. I thought offering the local honey to guests for what seemed a fair price was a nice touch, and I look forward to enjoying it on some toast with my morning tea. Thank you Cynthia, for allowing me to enjoy this little slice of heaven for a few days. KK DOL

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After twenty-five years of traveling and renting homes with my family, Hawks View is the absolute BEST! The house was sparkling clean, extremely well-stocked, and decorated with an artist's eye to details. Local places that we loved and will go back to again: -Lowery's Barbeque (on Friday nights they have a delicious fish fry) -Crossnore working weaving museum and gift shop -Maggie Black's Pottery -Picnicing in Banner Elk -Moses Cone Memorial Park

First, let me comment that I have never written a review on HomeAway or any other vacation site even though this is our 4th stay at a vacation home thus far. Upon first arrival of the Hawks View home, the owner notified me via text that the upper room air-conditioning was not working and that she can schedule a service repair, so we can use the back-up wall a/c unit in the room for now. My wife and I graciously declined the service repair because we did not want to get bothered by any repairman during our stay. The pros were the gorgeous sweeping mountain views and the variety of birds was spectacular! I have stayed at several different mountain homes and the views of this home were by far the best we have seen. The owner had an amazing setup for the birds, with many different bird feeders and foods for the birds. The cons were the creepy and inappropriate décor that represents death and evil that encompassed mostly the area of the top loft floor and upper bathroom. A lit up “Born Under a Bad Sign”, skulls, skeletons, and dominos lined up on the top walls of the bathroom… A vacation home is supposed to be relaxing and peaceful and not influenced with such creepy décor. I myself had around 3 sleepless nights, from these disturbing decorations. If that is a joke, we found nothing funny or entertaining about it. We never imagined in a million years that we would see something like that decor in a 5 star vacation home. Google research revealed the following for the lit up “Born Under a Bad Sign:” According to Astrological signs only the signs of Capricorn and Scorpio are considered bad signs. Well the owner Cynthia has a photo id of my driver’s license that reveals my date of birth. So coincidently or not, I was born in the month of July that is the bad sign of Scorpio. The Zodiac sign is ruled by a Tarot card ruled by the Death Card. Scorpio is represented by the Scorpion in Astrology, a passionate water sign that is often associated with Death. The polarity is negative and spirit color is black. So that explains the skulls and black and white skeletons. Our present society predominantly associates skulls with death and evil. The dishware was mostly all chipped and cracked. This included coffee/tea mugs and dishes. These we did not expect for a 5 star rating stay. So unfortunately, even with all the gorgeous views and birds, we will not be repeat customers.

We had a wonderful time at this quaint property with spectacular views! The property was extremely clean inside and out. Nothing was lacking...it was stocked with anything you need from spices in the pantry to laundry detergent to even a stapler if you need one. It is set up for all kinds of birds and butterflies and even chipmunks to come visit so that you can watch them from the beautiful porch. The property owner was always very helpful if needed and stayed in contact to make sure everything was ok. She has instructions and notes all over at the exact spot they are needed so that you don’t have to refer to a book every time you need to know something. And the views! There’s no way to describe them, you just have to see for yourself. The pictures online are exactly what you get. I could go on and on but suffice it to say you will not be disappointed with this gem of a place.