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Kapena Escape on the Lake + Views + Hot Tub + River Access Nearby

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Welcome to Kapena Escape in Jefferson North Carolina.
Easier access and enchanting setting...
Your hot tub with view over the lake...
Fire Pit for making S'Mores...
Outdoor rockers and a covered deck...

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Jefferson, NC
  • Ashe Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Elk Shoals
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Kapena Escape on the Lake + Views + Hot Tub + River Access Nearby

Kapena Escape on the Lake

• Common area at the lake
• HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, Gas Fireplace, wrap-around deck
• Lots of beds, including two Kings
• WiFi, A/C, Gas Grill, W/D, Keurig+Drip
• Stunning lake, mountain views, outdoor dining & seating
• Dog Friendly - see policy below
• Mins to New River State Park, Blue Ridge Parkway & the quaint mountain towns of Jefferson and West Jefferson.

Welcome To Your Gorgeous Log Cabin!

This is what you come to the High Country for: captivating, relaxing spaces – inside and out. Bring Fido and the whole family to enjoy this mountain haven with all the comforts of home, including the luxury of space.

No one has to feel crowded at Kapena Escape – and no one has to compromise. Multiple master bedrooms comfortably accommodate couples, with king-size beds and bonuses like double vanities in the bathroom, or walk-out access to the hot tub. The house sleeps 12 and includes 2 king beds, 1 queen bed, 1 full bed and extra futons. There are also 3 and a ½ baths.

Sit a spell in the rocking chairs on your wide wrap-around deck, soaking in the view of the lake directly in front of you and the majestic mountains cresting the horizon. Or take in the view from the hot tub! When you're ready for indoor entertainment, you'll find a lower-level media room with a flat screen TV, popcorn station, lots of games, and of course Wi-Fi for the TV and Internet.

You'll love this home's tasteful décor and rustic mountain touches. You'll also be fully-equipped to handle any kitchen projects you want to take on, with pots, pans, dishes and a nice outdoor grill – at your service. All linens are included as well, and there's a washer and dryer for your convenience.

Although most High Country homes are well-cooled by our sweet summer mountain breezes, we've also outfitted your vacation get-away with central air conditioning and ceiling fans. In the winter, the fireplace provides lots of snuggling opportunities.

This home was built with your comfort and enjoyment in mind. It's located in a gated log cabin community with paved roads. There's even a garage to keep your car comfy!

Explore The High Country

Kapena Escape is located in the heart of the High Country, which offers visitors a wide spectrum of attractions and outdoor recreation. You're close to restaurants and terrific shopping in West Jefferson, including antique stores and art galleries. There's even a quaint movie theater. This is small-town Americana at its finest.

Drive a little further to Boone or Blowing Rock, for an even wider assortment of dining, entertainment and shopping options. Tour the campus of Appalachian State University, or visit our craft breweries. And remember that here in the High Country, the journey is as satisfying as the destination, with gorgeous scenery at every turn.

Or take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, for the most amazing vistas and scenery. It was voted one of the top 10 drives in the country for a reason.

In the winter enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing or ice skating at one of the many area resorts. In spring or summer, the New River offers tubing, kayaking, canoeing and fishing. Warmer months are also a perfect time for horseback riding, hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway, or bicycling through the area's many scenic routes. If you're a sportsman, don't forget to take advantage of our outstanding trout and small bass fishing.

Or – just sit on the porch and feel the stress of the city melt away.

Dogs Welcome! Must be well behaved, leash/crate trained, 2 years or older and 45lbs or less. $50 / per pet. 2 dog limit.

StayBlueRidge, located in downtown West Jefferson, offers over 80+ quality vacation rentals in West Jefferson, Boone and surrounding areas.

Property manager

Stay Blue Ridge
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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
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

About the area

West Jefferson

Located in West Jefferson, this cabin is 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
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Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Ashe Lake - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Elk Shoals - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Holy Trinity Episcopal Church - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Jefferson Landing - 18 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kapena Escape on the Lake + Views + Hot Tub + River Access Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kapena Escape on the Lake + Views + Hot Tub + River Access Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kapena Escape on the Lake + Views + Hot Tub + River Access Nearby?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kapena Escape on the Lake + Views + Hot Tub + River Access Nearby located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Ashe Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of New River State Park and Elk Shoals. Saint Mary's Episcopal Church and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael o.

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

Wonderful mini vacation

This property was wonderful for our mini vacation close to West Jefferson. It was a very clean house. With a well stocked kitchen. The back porch was great for relaxing and watching the Deer that came out in the yard and the hummingbird’s feeders.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bobbie M.

Family weekend get away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was clean and nice. Tbe decor was beautiful and rustic. My family loved it abd want to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Perfect getaway from everyday life!

This was the perfect getaway for a family of 5. Plenty of sleeping areas and bathrooms to accommodate everyone. The pond out back was nice for the kids to be able to fish during down time and still be able to watch them from the deck. All the fun things was within an hour drive to do and the mountain scenery made it a great drive everytime. We highly recommend renting this this cabin unless it’s on days we plan to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

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

Basinger stay

This cabin was wonderful so clean and well stocked. The hot tub was the icing on the cake. We had space for our entire family of 8. And the fur babys. The only thing I would change is fence around the house so we could let the dogs out to run. Besides that this place is perfect. Thank you for letting us celebrate my husbands birthday here loves it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Roshan R.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Decent stay with no view though! Too noisy inside

The house by itself was in a beautiful location. But, it had no views of the lake or anything from the actual living room. It only had a view of the lake from the bedroom downstairs. The upstairs mattress is like sleeping on a rock. The couches still had some dog hair and we got itchy sitting on it. And it was very noisy, cos it was all barn doors. No privacy in any of the bedrooms except the basement. Overall it's a 3/10
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilda B.

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

Amazing Cabin

Cozy cabin, ideal to spend days with the family away from the city. Spacious and very well equipped. The area is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette C.

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

Lovely Cabin

Everything was lovely here. We saw wildlife just about everyday we were there. So close to town for a bite to eat, groceries or just to shop. Also close to the parkway to drive for the day. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

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

Nice trip to the mountains

We had a very nice stay. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking in. The gated community is nice but not very private. The main bedroom upstairs needs more blinds. Two of the four windows are not covered and sleeping in past sunrise is tough. Plenty of room for all. We enjoyed our stay. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

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

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

We loved our stay in this home. It was very clean, great location, all accommodations were wonderful. It was a great fit for us. The kids enjoyed fishing & the lake. This was a great place for our family get together!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

michael l.

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

Great vacation

Had an excellent time would recommend it to anyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

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

Great central location or perfect for a staycation

These last 10 days have been wonderful. The Cabin is wonderfully decorated and had so much charm. There is so much room for everyone. The location is great for heading in any direction for lots of different activities. This is my all time favorite vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Sylvia V.

Birthday weekend getaway with family.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was easy to find with the directions provided. The cabin was in a nice, secluded, and gated community. However, I was disappointed upon arrival that the cabin had not been cleaned before we got there. The property management company/manager apologized for their mistake due to a new systems change and was quick to respond. I was told they would compensate me for the house keeping fee. Donna was sent out to help clean the place for us as best as she could with the supplies that were on hand since the owner's closet didn't really have anything for her. Luckily she brought a few of her own cleaning items. She was nice to leave us with a few trash bags, paper towels, laundry detergent, and take the trash that was left behind by previous renters. The hot tub does take a bit of time to heat up and will drop its temperature if you're not in it and leave the lid off so make sure to keep the lid on if not in use. I'm not sure the last time the hot tub was cleaned because it had a really strong water/mold smell but we made the best of it. The cabin has everything you need for cooking and grilling if you choose to stay in and prepare your own meals. The inside of the house is really dark in some areas, especially in the downstairs area in the kids' play area. The bathrooms could have better lighting too because there was barely any light coming into the showers. The faucets and showers take a few minutes to heat up but the water does stay hot once you get it to a temperature of your liking. The bed downstairs wasn't exactly in the best shape as the legs on the bed were slanting and looked like they might give out soon. There is a pond located within walking distance from the cabin where we had a few great catches. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and made a new friend, Donna!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marla W.

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

Wonderful cabin!

This property far exceeded expectations. We had a wonderful stay. It was just my spouse and I, with a brief visit by our daughter (App State student). However there would have been plenty of room for several friends or family members here. The photos do not do this cabin justice. It was inviting, comfortable and peaceful. The secure community is quiet and truly lovely. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Great Escape!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful and well equipped with everything you need. Very clean. The house sits in a gated neighborhood with gorgeous views. I highly recommend booking for your vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce W.

Watson Vacation to Kapena Escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time, wonderful location nice house with everything we needed. We would for sure rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie L.

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

Gorgeous views . Beautifully decorated . Very clean

We had a wonderful time , very quite and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Krysten M.

Amazing Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing time at this cabin!! We got snow which was fun for the kids!! It was a very clean and they were very quick to respond with any questions I had! I highly recommend and plan to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Marly M.

Great and fabulous vacations

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Did you have a good overall stay?Yes, it was a good ones vacations, really nice. Beautiful place, wonderful cabin.I just have to say That They have sofa bed but is not comfortable, you have to count with that, They also have 3 people sleep in a king bed but it is not comfortable.Was the vacation rental in a great location?Yes, the place is wonderful! We love it, also is a gate community Was the home clean and in good shape?Yes, everything good, you can take your sheets if you want, you have to take napkins, garbage bag, dish soap, wash sponge.Was the vacation rental management staff helpful?All good.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
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8/10 Good

Michael J. J.

Great Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was located in a very nice gated community with quick access to West Jefferson and Jefferson. Nice scenery and wildlife. The cabin was clean, neat and cozy for the family. A nice place to stay and would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Tom F., Kenansville, NC

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

Family Trip

Property was very nice and as described. Had a heating problem on arrival but management was responsive and it was soon resolved. There were nine of us including children and accommodations suited all nicely. House and location were both very nice. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
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6/10 Okay

Lisa J.

Beautiful spot but notable privacy issues

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house and grounds are beautiful and even nicer than the pictures. The house was clean and there was a good amount of space for our family. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay. However, that being said, our family would not stay there again. On our first afternoon, our family used the hot tub. The hot tub has an extraordinarily heavy cover that requires two people to put on and take off. While we were in the hot tub, we were disturbed to notice a drone flying nearby and joked that it was spying on us. After getting out of the hot tub, we got ready for dinner. I could not get the hot tub cover back on by myself and by the time my husband had a minute to help me it had slipped my mind and we headed to dinner. About an hour into dinner, we received a call from the owner saying that she “had been driving by” and noticed that the cover was off the (outdoor) hot tub. So the owner let herself into the house (again, hot tub is completely accessible outside without any need to enter the cabin). Our dog was excited to greet her and kept running outside so she closed our dog into the bathroom and called to tell us that she was in there. Our dog is exceptionally friendly and wants to be where people are, but I wonder what would have happened if it was someone else’s dog and she ran off when the owner let herself in without alerting us first. This invasion of our privacy over a hot tub cover left a very bad impression and made me feel uncomfortable for the duration of our stay. So, despite being a well furnished rental in a nice area, I cannot recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Clearwater, FL

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

Family Get Together

Plenty of room. Very convenient to most places. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely cabin with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam T.

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

Mountain House Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this mountain house. Pros, we each had our own bedroom and bathroom. Kitchen was nice. We enjoyed the deck and hot tub. There were TV's in each room if you wanted to get away from everyone. I wasn't sure how we'd like the gated community but actually it was nice because there wasn't a lot of traffic in the neighborhood. We took a kayak and enjoyed paddling around in the pond. We saw deer and a fat ground hog that lives in the backyard. Cons: The view from the deck is blocked by a tree behind the hot tub. We had to move chairs to the other side of the deck to get the mountain view. The bed upstairs squeaks loudly and the mattress wasn't comfortable. Two suggestions: make the bed on the main level a king size instead of a queen and put a gate on the part of the deck that goes around to the front. This would keep pets and kids on the deck safely. Over all we really enjoyed our stay and would rent it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

NANCY F., FRANKLINTON

Wonderful Stay / Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As soon as we walked in the house felt like home. I loved the upstairs bedroom and bath. The hot tub was wonderful . Plenty of space in the home for extended family. We would definitely stay here again. Great people to rent from as well.

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great house and great community!

The hot tub was great, plenty of space in house, nice deck. We will definitely stay there again. The gorgeous view is being partially blocked by a few trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

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