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Back Forty Overlook-a secluded mountainside farmhouse at the edge of 40 acres.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Grant, AL
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    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Harmony Park Safari
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral Caverns State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Huntsville, AL (HSV-Huntsville Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Back Forty Overlook-a secluded mountainside farmhouse at the edge of 40 acres.

This mountainside vista is where nature meets comfort in a private, quiet setting. Enjoy stunning views, explore nature trails, fish in the pond, or relax in the hot tub under the stars-all on the property. Large porches invite slow mornings with coffee or gather around the fire pit for s'mores. Located just minutes from Lake Guntersville with ample space for boat parking and a building with two 30 and 50 amp plugs for boat charging, or for 1 camper/RV to have water and electricity. All the comforts of home in this open concept farmhouse nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians where sweeping views evoke the rustic charm of the south-while curated artwork nod to the spirit of the Andes. Create memories with your family in this truly unique mountain farmhouse retreat that offers an experience for all ages. Minutes from Cathedral Caverns, Honeycomb, 15 minutes from Hampton Cove, and 20 minutes from Guntersville.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Lindsey-Honeycomb Creek Wild Area. 1 hot tub and laundry facilities are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes by car from Guntersville Lake and 13 minutes from Wheeler Lake
Back Forty Overlook-a secluded mountainside farmhouse at the edge of 40 acres. offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave thermostat set on 74.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

There will be a fee of $100 for having more than 20 guest at the property for parties. Permission in advance, please.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
There may be a need to have a portable toilet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: There may be a need to have a portable toilet
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Back Forty Overlook-a secluded mountainside farmhouse at the edge of 40 acres. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our first visit so much, I booked again for my husband's birthday weekend! The back porch overlooks the bluff with autumn colors as far as the ete can see.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very nice place to stay for relaxation and easy to get to nice parks to hike. The views were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about this home with a bluff-view, cozy screened porch/balcony, modern kitchen, hot tub, wifi, etc was top-notch. We loved it so much, we booked our next stay before we ended this one!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tainielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was beautiful and private. We had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place inside and out! Great communication with owners!! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

glen l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home most amazing views, and a host to really cares
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025