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Ruffinit at Buck Mountain-Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi!

Cabin in Purlear with kitchen and patio

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View from back deck
View when you walk in the front door.
Living room with view of SIP
Kitchen
Kitchen from Loft

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Purlear, NC
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, W Kerr Scott Reservoir
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement Bedroom (Queen & Bunks)

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor 2 w/ deck access

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Loft w/ Full Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement 1/2 Bath

Toilet

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Loft Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Ruffinit at Buck Mountain-Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi!

Ruffinit has it all! Sitting on top of 2.8 acres, it is in a very private location with nothing but silence around you. Enjoy the long range mountain views from the screened in porch or the oversized deck.

Ruffinit cabin is really not ruffing it! It is extremely comfortable with all the amenities from home including broadband internet. The cabin inside is constructed in beautiful tongue and groove yellow pine and has been furnished and equipped with everything you need for a great vacation. Main floor bedrooms recently got new hardwood floors, some photos may show carpet. The pottery, pictures and knickknack's all go together to give you a very 'homey' feeling.

On this mountain, there is also a fishing pond, beautiful waterfalls, hiking trails and an outdoor pavilion. Please follow all neighborhood posted signs and rules. Renters assume all liability and risk while using neighborhood amenities.

Currently Buck Mountain is experiencing a drought as of 2024 (it takes about 2 years for rain to get to the well). We have had some guest run out of water in the house after taking long showers but is rare as of Oct 2024. Water will regenerate within minutes but long baths are not possible. We also supply the drinking water and water for flushing in case water does run out during your stay. Again it will come back slowly within minutes.

Great Local Area attractions as of Oct 7, 2024 include:
Scott Kerr Dam Lake - 15 minutes- Swim Beaches, Boat Rentals, Frisbee Golf, etc
Appalachian Ski Mountain- 25 minutes plan to open 11/22/24 no storm damage
Wilkesboro home to Merlefest, Applefest, Moonshine (Call Family Distillery is Great) & Nascar - 20 minutes
North Wilkesboro Speedway
Samaritan's Purse Offices for Wilkesboro and Boone 30 minutes away for volunteers
Perry Lowe Orchards- open 7 days a week and awesome fall activity! 30 mins away
Alpha and Omega Corn Maze- Fall to the max!- 30 min away
Christmas Tree Farms- 20- 30 minutes away
Gem Mining- 30 minutes
The Block-Trampoline Park, Roller Skating, Ninja Warrior, Toddler Park, Arcade with redemption bar in N. Wilkesboro (we own this business too coupon code (ruffinit) for free socks and skates) theblockwilkes.com
The Liberty Theatre is located in historic Downtown North Wilkesboro. This 91 year old movie theatre is always showing first run movies and all shows are just $5. (this is also a Zulpo property and very much appreciate the support at keeping them gem alive for our community) libertytheatrenc.com

The Lost Wombat is a family restaurant beside the Liberty Theater and is also a Zulpo property. We opened in May 2023 just in time for Merlefest and the Nascar All-Star race. We offer outside dining (leashed dogs welcome) and a large playground for kids in our "yard". We are right on Main Street in Historic Downtown North Wilkesboro. thelostwombat.com

Perry Lowe Orchards- open 7 days a week and awesome fall activity! 30 mins away
Alpha and Omega Corn Maze- Fall to the max!- 30 min away
Christmas Tree Farms- 20- 30 minutes away
Gem Mining- 30 minutes

Don't worry about steep curvy roads! This cabin is very easy to get to, driving only 8 miles west of Wilkesboro NC or 15 miles east of Boone NC off of Hwy 421. All of our roads in the neighborhood were spared from any Hurricane Helene damage and are safe to travel. For those coming from Charlotte, our cabin is only an hour and a half away. From the Raleigh Durham area you are under 3 hours!

Keywords: Mountain Cabin

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We may allow some dogs to visit. List details in booking notes.

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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Purlear

Located in Purlear, this cabin is in the mountains. Doc's Rocks Gem Mine and Mystery Hill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Ashe County Cheese Store and Boone Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex or Holmes Convocation Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Purlear, NC

What's nearby

  • Appalachian State University - 32 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 35 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 36 min drive - 40.6 km
  • W Kerr Scott Reservoir - 37 min drive - 27.9 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 39 min drive - 48.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Foster Poultry Farms - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Benny’s Craft Treats - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Savory Affair Catering - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Mcds - ‬43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruffinit at Buck Mountain-Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ruffinit at Buck Mountain-Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruffinit at Buck Mountain-Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruffinit at Buck Mountain-Breathtaking Views, Large Deck w/SIP, Wifi! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from W Kerr Scott Reservoir and within 25 miles (40 km) of Wilkes Heritage Museum and Lowe's Park at River's Edge. Wilkes Community College and Holmes Convocation Center are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 293 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very large cabin with a beautiful view

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

Great cabin high in the mountains with an excellent view. Cabin had everything we needed and was very clean. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this cabin last minute due to a softball tournament in the area. We had a wonderful experience-from the beautiful mountain views to the cleanliness of the cabin! The location creates a nice balance between seclusion and access to various restaurants/eateries/shopping. The owners were quick to respond when we asked a question, overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views!

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at Ruffinit! The home was very clean and comfortable and the views were incredible! The owners were great to work with and we would highly recommend a stay here! Our kids enjoyed their late night battle for supremacy on the pool table!
Million dollar view from deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect cabin for a getaway

My wife and I needed a getaway and this was the perfect choice. Cabin was clean, spacious, and had everything you could need. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

CAROLYN G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay!

The home is very nice, the view is fantastic! Overall, a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway.

We greatly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning in the future. The cabin was terrific and the view was spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

Amazing spot for a complete reset. We had a great time and the view late afternoon is one you have to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spencer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wilkesboro trip

Met our needs for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Screened in Porch

Great view, nice location, close enough to Boone and the parkway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

yacnahi a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place with a beautiful view

My family and I stayed at this very spacious cabin while on a road trip through North Carolina. We had a great experience and enjoyed the enclosed deck with the Mountain view. The road getting up to the cabin was scary but well worth the ride up the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views from the living room and main bedroom!!The house was very clean and smelled good! Be sure to thoroughly read the listing...it was mentioned that there are stairs to get to the house. It's the only way in/out. We were fine with it, but that may be an issue for some folks. This was a quick anniversary weekend getaway, and it was just what we needed to relax. It's so peaceful.If you're looking to go hiking, note that Cascade Falls was closed during our stay (8/8-8/11). We did find a nice trail at Dark Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

Well-equipped and thoughtfully organized Vrbo; the cabin has everything for a fun, relaxing vacation. There isn’t a lot of “yard” but the view and location are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H., Kernersville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL PLACE!

My boyfriend and I spent 4 days and it was a great place to get away from all the stuff going on these days. Very clean and well-kept and we will probably return in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cassie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun weekend getaway

We escaped the heat for a weekend at Ruffin’ It. The views from the back porch are incredible, the waterfall and trails on Buck Mountain were perfect, and the owners were fantastic and quick to respond when we ran into a small snafu. We had a great weekend hiking, reading, relaxing, and playing card games. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenery

Cabin was beautiful, clean and the scenery was breath taking. The property owners was very helpful, answered my emails quick. Highly recommended the cabin .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Retreat

This cabin provided lots of separate space for kids to play and adults to gather. Very clean and excellent communication with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Skyler H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

The view is beautiful, and the cabin was cozy but also offered our family enough room to spread out. The community waterfall was a highlight, and the location was a good jumping off point for our daily adventures.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property! Gorgeous views

Loved this cabin. Owner quickly responded to any questions. Just be aware that there is a long flight of stairs down to enter the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Vacation

We had a great time at this cabin. Beautiful views and so relaxing sitting on the porch. Close to Boone, Blowing Rock and West Jefferson, which are our favorite places to visit. Owners were very nice and helpful with our questions. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cabin getaway

We had a wonderful trip to the mountains. The cabin was absolutely beautiful and the views were spectacular. Everything was very clean, and we received very quick responses when we messaged the owner/manager. We will definitely consider returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

The property was fantastic with amazing views. The home owners drove over to the home to give us a HDMI cable we needed to watch the super bowl. Would recommend this home to anyone looking for a cozy and quiet mountain home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing Views!

This place was just the cabin we were looking for for a friend's wedding in nearby Purlear. The views were amazing! The cabin came with just about everything we needed. Only downside is it looks like trees had fallen where the fire pit once was and the in home entertainment (pool, darts) were lacking pieces. Overall an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tavina (Sissy) B., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay ever

We had all bridesmaids and some family and friends. We all had a blast. The property was perfect. Although they had no real yard or anything within walking distance. The house was nice. We were really able to let loose and have a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

tiffany w., Steens, MS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

We picked this cabin for the space and the views. Neither disappointed. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed for cooking. The community had lots to offer for outdoor activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mick & Aynsley Zulpo

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Our family fell in love with Buck Mountain in 2007 when we bought a vacation home. After years of making the drive from Fuquay Varina for holidays and weekends we decided full time was for us! We live here now full time, and love all the area has to offer. We wanted to share the memories we were creating with others, and decided to buy another property to rent mid 2020. Most weekends you will find us on the mountain as well enjoying all it has to offer with our two boys and two dogs! We also own The Block in N. Wilkesboro! If you are looking for a fun day in downtown N. Wilkesboro come see us to jump at our trampoline, ninja warrior, Roller skating, arcade, Goofy Golf and toddler park! We also own The Lost Wombat Restaurant in downtown North Wilkesboro that has a large playground and yard. We also co-own a charming 93 year old movie theatre, the Liberty Theatre! We show all first run movies for just $5.00! And opening Summer 2025 Wisdom Brewing also in downtown North Wilkesboro. Come enjoy downtown North Wilkesboro when you visit WNC.

Why they chose this property

Ruffinit gives renters the option of taking day trips around the high country, or just sitting back enjoying the view. Ruffinit sits in the middle of 3 great mountain towns. North Wilkesboro, West Jefferson and Boone all 30 minute drive. With all the hiking trails, waterfalls and picnic/hammocks on the mountain you may not want to leave!

What makes this property unique

I have created this Facebook page with some great local places posted for planning your trip to the area.
https://www.facebook.com/Ruffinit-at-Buck-Mountain-100394468496356

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