Shalidor's Overlook V2 - Mage Home in the Reach

⭐ ⭐ (139 endorsements) 📥 6,008 downloads 📌 v2.0 📅 8/29/2025
🟡 Updated this year

By ElfiMyrtle · Player homes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/5/2026 📅 Created: 8/29/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #28 of 70 Player homes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

update February 5th 2026

To celebrate 30000 unique downloads, I've decided to give away the secret. Well, sort of. I'm giving you a nudge. Watch here:

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Also, I've addressed a couple of issues with the armoury, and published the fixes (for all 3 versions) today.

Thank you for downloading my mods. :)

Shalidor's Overlook (v2)

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a sprawling mage abode with treasury, armoury, and library. Full support for spouse, 6 children, and 8 followers. Full crafting suites. And pools. Did I mention pools?

Exterior:

  • []Front yard, pool, lower back terrace, upper back terrace, crafting area[/]

    []living room, kitchen, mage's crafting pavillion[/]

    []Front door security system / Gate security system[/]

    []Large garden meadow for horses and future development[/]

    []Stable[/]

    []Clear Windows, great views[/]

    Interior:

    • []Guestroom integrated into Main Hall cell[/]

      []Master Bedroom[/]

      []Library[/]

      []Large Armoury[/]

      []Display Room[/]

      []Bathroom[/]

      []Children’s Realm[/]

      Functionality & Compatibility:

      []Teleport system throughout the house[/]

      []Supports up to 6 adopted children[/]

      []Supports up to 8 followers plus spouse[/]

      []Recommended mods: Multiple Adoptions, My Home is Your Home, and any follower framework

      Extravagant Interiors for the mod's intended look[/]

      []Much named storage[/]

      []General Stores integration for centralised storage

      What are the changes from V1?

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      [/]

      []Exterior textures completely redone[/]

      []Garden meadow added (horse marker placed here, not in stable)[/]

      []Exterior windows are now a lot more transparent than in V1, restoring the glorious views[/]

      []Shrines to the Divines sprinkled throughout the property[/]

      []Guestroom moved and integrated into the Main Hall cell for better follower sandboxing[/]

      []Master Bedroom remodelled: mannequins and storage removed, lounge area added[/]

      []Appearance mirror added to Master Bedroom[/]

      []New Armoury added (four rooms, accessible via portal from Master Bedroom)[/]

      []Teleport to Treasury added from Armoury[/]

      []Bathroom updated with Doomstones, appearance mirror, and healing waterfall[/]

      []Living Room reading nook remodelled[/]

      []Wall between Kitchen and Living Room made toggleable[/]

      []Library updated with stained glass windows and interactive elements[/]

      [*]Children’s Realm updated: retextured houses, rebuilt yard, minor decor changes[

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Shalidor's Overlook V2 is a player home mod for Skyrim, placing a mage's tower in the Reach with a scenic view. It has 139 endorsements and 6,008 downloads, last updated in February 2026. The mod is for players seeking a lore-friendly magical home with a backstory.

✨ Key Features

Adds a player home in the Reach, built from an ancient ruin.
Includes a backstory involving Bron the Nord Wizard.
The home is designed for mage characters, with a focus on the view.
Updated in February 2026, indicating recent maintenance.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Decent community traction with 139 endorsements and over 6k downloads.
  • Recently updated, so it's likely compatible with current game versions.
  • Lore-friendly concept with a unique backstory for the home.

⚠️ Cons

  • Description is cut off, leaving features vague—could be a simple shell or fully furnished.
  • Only 139 endorsements, so it's a niche mod without a huge following.
  • Potential conflicts with other mods that alter the Reach area.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a mage-themed home in the Reach with a bit of lore. If you're a collector of player homes and enjoy backstory, this might be for you. Skip if you need a fully furnished, feature-rich home—this one's details are unclear.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a player home mod, use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage load order.
  • Check for compatibility patches if you use mods that overhaul the Reach region.
  • Visit the location in-game to see if the view lives up to the description.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
ElfiMyrtle
Version
2.0
Downloads
6,008
Endorsements
139
Category
Player homes
Created
8/29/2025
Updated
2/5/2026

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