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Cozy mountain cottage, 5 minute walk to downtown West Jefferson.

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Exterior in summer
Comfy queen bed
Sitting area
Wall mounted TV with wi-fi
Cozy bed with lighting

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 233.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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West Jefferson, NC
  • Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mount Jefferson State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy mountain cottage, 5 minute walk to downtown West Jefferson.

Winter has settled in the High Country and what better way to spend a snowy day than snuggled in our mountain cottage.
After traveling for 4 years, we settled in the charming town of West Jefferson, North Carolina, in an established neighborhood, a 5 minute walk to downtown shops, cafes and art galleries. We were thrilled our home included an artist's studio atop the garage, just behind our home, but decided we would prefer to use the studio for friends and family; close enough for socializing but far enough for everyone to have their own space. In between family and friends we are opening our guest studio, Vogelsang (German for birdsong) Cottage, to you, and whether you are a couple or solo traveler, we are committed to making you as comfortable as family.

There is ample off street parking, 15 stair steps to the studio and a small deck for enjoying views of Little and Big Phoenix Mountains. Inside is a queen bed with soft sheets, plenty of pillows (you can never have too many pillows), comforter and extra blankets for those cool nights in the mountains. The bath has a shower, toilet, small sink, towels and ample hooks. A dorm frig, microwave, coffee maker and coffee, is in the nook.

If you or your companion are super tall, you may find the 6'9" ceilings confining. The entry door is 5'8" and everyone instinctively ducks, even if they are only 5'2". But once inside, you will find everything you need for a cozy, comfortable stay. Wi-fi, TV, air conditioning, heat, peace and quiet!

When you are ready to explore downtown, a quick walk, or drive, through the Town park, past basketball, pickle ball and tennis courts, playground, the Ashe County Library, to all the activity and excitement of shops, cafes and galleries. Grab a coffee and sweet at Hatchet Coffee, lunch at an English Tea Room, a movie, or beer in the evening at one of two craft breweries. The trolley to the Old Barn Winery departs and returns downtown on the weekends on a regular schedule. Hop on and leave the driving to them. You can even choose your Christmas Tree while there.

If you are seeking a quiet, restful stay in a cozy cottage overlooking beautiful, landscaped grounds, stay with us. We'll be waiting for you, just like family!





Property manager

Devon and Al Higginbotham
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adult and 1 child or 2 adults max occupancy
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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

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

West Jefferson

Located in West Jefferson, this apartment is in the city centre and in the mountains. Mountain Aire Golf Club and Jefferson Landing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Saint Mary's Episcopal Church - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Jefferson Landing - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Ashe Lake - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Mount Jefferson State Park - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy mountain cottage, 5 minute walk to downtown West Jefferson. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Cozy mountain cottage, 5 minute walk to downtown West Jefferson. located?

Located in the heart of West Jefferson, this apartment building is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Saint Mary's Episcopal Church and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Museum of Ashe County History. Ash County Park and Mountain Aire Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Perfect location and amazing owners

Devon, Al, and their pup Penny are stellar! They all were very friendly and provided us with everything we needed, and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Definitely will be rebooking if we are ever in the area again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi H.

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

Two nights at the Cozy cottage

The cozy cottage was well appointed and clean. Perfect for one person. The host was there to help in any way.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzianne J.

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

My stay

I stayed during the snow storm and Devon and Al were helpful, welcoming and warm. They went above and beyond expectations to make my stay as comfortable as possible, even going so far as to shuttle me back and forth to work when my car couldnt handle the weather conditions. I am forever thankful for them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Wonderful!

So cozy and comfy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Highly recommend this property. It was very quiet and cozy. Hosts were very nice and didn't bother us one bit. Clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Hidden Gem

Cozy, clean, comfortable with everything you would need for a night’s stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Wonderful, very convenient

I came for my Uncle's Celebration of Life Ceremony, so I was by myself. This was a perfect place. Very easy to find and I could walk to the main street quite easily. Al and Devon provided very helpful information at the apartment. Apartment was as described and parking was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen C.

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

Great place

This is a great place for a couple to explore downtown West Jefferson. The cottage was immaculate and so cute. The owners are wonderful and we had the pleasure of meeting them. They went above and beyond to make our stay special.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Absolute pleasure

Very tidy and lovely cottage equipped with everything you need. A comfy bed, clean, and smelled so good. Devon and Al are great hosts! We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Quaint and cozy

Very nice place. Thoroughly enjoyed and walked to town a couple in a 3 day stay Hosts are warm, friendly and we’re extremely accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Wonderful getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at vogelsang cottage. Al and Devon went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Everything was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the homemade cake was delicious. Thank you so much for sharing your cottage with us!!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Devon and Al Higginbotham

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Vogelsang Cottage is just a few steps from our home. We are the gardeners. We are the maintenance crew. We are the cleaning crew. If you need anything, we are here to help, whether it's advice on the best restaurant, the name of a flower or just to replace a lightbulb.

Why they chose this property

We visited this house on the Ashe County Studio Tour in August 2023 when the garage was a pottery studio and the guest house was an artist's studio. We immediately fell in love with the charming house and gardens! Little did we know the house would, unexpectedly, come up for sale two weeks later. In less than 24 hours, we made an offer and would soon become the VERY proud owners.

As Florida natives, we dreamed of escaping to the mountains and finally had an opportunity when we retired. But first, we wanted to travel, so we sold everything we owned and for 4 years roamed America in an RV with our dog Penny, even venturing overseas for a spell, looking for the perfect place to call home.

When we settled in West Jefferson, we realized we missed all the wonderful, fellow travelers we met on the road, and decided to bring those wandering souls to our home. Thus, we created Vogelsang Cottage where friends, family and weary travelers alike can find a home, even if only for a couple days.

What makes this property unique

If you are searching for bird song, a cozy, comfy peaceful retreat, off the beaten path, come to Vogelsang!

Now that autumn has given way to approaching winter, the mountains take on a serene calm. Snowy roads can present driving challenges but the Town of West Jefferson does an excellent job keeping roads cleared of snow.

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