Secluded Cottage With Private River Access, Screened Porch, WiFi, And Netflix

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

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West Jefferson, NC

Ashe Lake
‪7 min drive‬
Elk Shoals
‪7 min drive‬
Mountain Aire Golf Club
‪15 min drive‬
North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

This 2009 built retreat features a 3000’ elevation, great mountain views, river access, a secluded location, and a huge screened porch.

The location of The Cottage is less than 10 minutes from Downtown West Jefferson where many festivals are held and many artisans keep shop. The town offers a few restaurants, bars, art galleries, an ice cream parlor, and a coffee shop. This is the only place in NC where cheese is made, and you can watch at the Ashe County Cheese factory downtown. Boone is a 25 minute drive, Appalachian Ski Resort is 45 minutes away, Beech and Sugar are about an hour drive.

Entertainment is provided by ROKU internet TV including programming by Netflix and Amazon Prime. Living has a 36” TV with ROKU. Full bedroom has a 13” TV with ROKU.

The kitchen includes a full compliment of cookware, silverware, and small appliances. Coffee by Keurig, bring your favorite K-cups. A small gas grill with complimentary fuel is provided. A full sized washer/dryer unit is down the hall when you need to wash a load of clothes.

Internet data flows via dual band WiFi at broadband speeds. You may connect your phone, tablet, laptop, etc. to the wireless network with ease. Download speeds average 15 Mbps. Please be advised there is no landline phone at the cottage, so you may want to verify your cell phone is set up for Wifi calling before arrival. Most cell service by any carrier is spotty at best in the mountains in general.

Guests enjoy river access via a private riverfront property that is yours exclusively during your stay. An elevated wood deck overlooks the South Fork of The New River. The River Access Lot is walking distance from The Cottage along a trail. A gravel road exists if you prefer driving, or if you are hauling boats in or out of the river.

Numerous walking trails are available to hike. There are over 5 miles of old logging roads and gravel roads to explore. Please be advised, the road to the cottage is a gravel one with a hairpin turn into the driveway. If you drive a large vehicle, you will have to make more than one attempt at the hairpin turn or park beside the driveway on the gravel road. You may have to back all the way out if you do not feel comfortable turning around.

Sorry, no pets.

Property manager

Jennifer Moore

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non smoking only

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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 cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New River State Park and Mount Jefferson State Park, while Museum of Ashe County History and Appalachian Cultural Museum are cultural highlights. 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.

West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

Ashe Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Elk Shoals - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
Mountain Aire Golf Club - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
Jefferson Landing - 18 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 155 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 Secluded Cottage With Private River Access, Screened Porch, WiFi, And Netflix pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage With Private River Access, Screened Porch, WiFi, And Netflix?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage With Private River Access, Screened Porch, WiFi, And Netflix?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage With Private River Access, Screened Porch, WiFi, And Netflix located?

Located in the heart of West Jefferson, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.6 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).

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

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10/10 Excellent

James B.

9 April 2025

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

Great place

This is a very nice place to stay. Clean with everything you need. Will stay here again

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

19 October 2024

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

Beautiful

Our stay here was amazing! It was quiet and cozy! Would highly recommend and can’t wait to come again!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

23 November 2024

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

Short stay to visit friends

Property was perfect. The weather wasn't. Windy, cold and snow.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

29 October 2024

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

Great cabin on the mountain

Spacious/secluded modern cabin on the side of the mountain. Very quiet and well maintained with mountain views and a nice riverside deck that can be accessed by a short drive down the hill.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

9 November 2024

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

Lovely cabin

This cabin was lovely and comfortable. The master bed was very comfortable. The view was great. We saw deer on multiple days and a fox. The water pressure in the shower was strong. The screen porch was a big plus!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K.

1 September 2024

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

Amazing location!

My husband and I stayed here for a childfree weekend and what a relaxing experience it was! Convenient location not far from West Jefferson. The river front access was also a fun addition. Host was great to communicate with, and made sure we had everything we needed. We plan to come back but bring the kids!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tpobackus W.

23 May 2024

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

Great place

We throughly enjoyed this location. Better than advertised. Close enough to everywhere and everything you want but still secluded.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gigi S.

4 June 2024

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

Cozy and peaceful

Adorable cabin with enough space for a family of four and all the amenities we needed. Beds are comfortable, plentiful bath towels and a washer and dryer. Beautiful location and views.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

29 July 2024

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

Wonderful getaway!

We had a wonderful stay here. The bedroom setup - a king in the master and bunk beds in the second room- was perfect for our family with two little ones (and the king bed was very comfortable)! The screened in porch was lovely to use and the house had a perfect amount of amenities. Jennifer was extremely responsive and welcoming. Thank you!

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

21 June 2024

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

Slice of heaven

This house was perfect for a quiet peaceful get away. It was easy to get to and it was exactly as it an appeared on the site. It was very clean and was ver comfortable

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonjia O.

3 May 2024

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

Quiet and peaceful

Secluded and peaceful but close to town. Deer were everywhere and fishing was great! This is a great place to go if you want to get away from it all!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O., Indian Trail, NC

29 December 2023

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

Great place

My parents had a great time! Everything was great and clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

28 May 2024

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

Great place to stay

Such a cute home, with the best back porch ever! Was in town for a wedding and it was perfect for our needs. The only thing I would comment on is the driveway. Make sure you have 4WD, it is a tight turn. Also, couldn't find an iron or ironing board; would've been helpful for our wedding attire. Would DEFINITELY stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

18 July 2018

Great cabin

Great cabin! Very private and one of the cleanest we have stayed in!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

24 September 2024

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

Private Mountain Getaway

Wonderful weekend getaway for my wife and I. This little cottage was the perfect size and location, very peaceful as well. Loved the large screened in deck and mountain view. we saw deer at the cottage every day during our stay. The local area has so much to offer it was hard to decide what to do next. Only two issues during the stay, if you have a large vehicle, it will be a bit difficult to get turned into the driveway at the cabin (we have a Subaru), also we did not get to enjoy the river access because we were not sure where to park. If we parked in front of the access, we would have blocked the road. The very small parking areas close to the access appear to belong to the neighbors. However, we would still use the vacation getaway again if coming to the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amy B.

10 July 2022

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

Cozy

Nice house, great view from screen porch. The house was clean, comfortable and secluded. Getting in and out of the driveway was a little tricky due to the angle

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

20 October 2015

Great house

We were so pleased with this cottage. Very clean and cozy with a view you won't want to miss! They leave basic cleaning supplies that were thoughtful to make available to visitors but most of all you will feel right at home in this lovely home. The screened in porch was spacious and a perfect spot to relax and look at the mountains.We loved the trails as we searched for the river......can't wait to return!!

10/10 Excellent

Monica Shane Y.

2 July 2024

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

Just like before, but not as secluded

After staying in the property seven years ago, I was very pleased that the inside looked just like it did when we left in 2017. It was very clean and showed no signs of wear or needing replacement. We again loved the screened porch and it is where we spent most of our stay. Last visit, it was definitely considered secluded and quiet. However, not the same this time. There is another property about 400 feet away that uses the same driveway. There were times when we could clearly hear their conversations while on the porch. Also, on a few days there was some kind of noise coming from the roadway above with trucks, machinery, and loud voices. I’m not sure if these had an impact on not seeing any wildlife like previous guests have mentioned. It is still a lovely place to stay in the mountains with its view of Mount Jefferson and the close proximity to West Jefferson/Hwy 221.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

22 September 2023

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

Nice visit

I got this rental for my 80 YO parents to come stay for a week as I have pets and they dont do well with them. The cabin was clean and nice. It located close to town, yet far away enough to bee away from the traffic and noise. It was a very pleasant stay. The only downfall was that there were grease and food bits on every single plate in the cabinet. Guests are supposed to do their own dishes, so I dont feel like it is the owners fault, but maybe checking the dishes when the place is cleaned would be a worthwhile effort.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Karen G.

31 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Cabin and View of the Mountain; not a great access to the river

We have stayed in many cabins in NC, Virginia and Tennessee over the years. The cabin was decorated beautifully, stocked better than any we've ever stayed in, and extremely clean. The king-sized bed was very comfortable, and the shower had great water pressure. The location was within 15 minutes to groceries, shopping and dining. The view of the mountain from the windows and the screen porch was beautiful. The owner was very prompt with communication. The area felt safe. With all those wonderful things, there were a couple of downsides to the property. Number one being that driveway. There had been some storms prior to our arrival but the driveway was very rough and very narrow. It was an adventure getting in and out each time. The hairpin turns into the drive and then again into the cabin was a challenge at first but negotiable. Secondly, the biggest disappointment to us was the river access. It was not marked clearly other than on a map with highlighter posted on the corkboard in the kitchen. First we attempted to walk down. After 15 minutes we decided to walk back up the trail. It was rough and steep. Not an easy hike and definitely not something you'd drag your kayak down. Next, we decided to drive down according to the map. Again, the road down was steep and rough. When we finally got to the river, there was a "private property" sign and it didn't look like the one in our picture. We didn't feel comfortable trespassing on someone else's land and risking getting stuck if the trail got worse. It would have made it a little more reassuring if there had been actual physical signs on the foot trail (1/2 mile longer!) or some other type of markers to let us know we were indeed on the right track. A four-wheeler would have definitely come in handy for the access. IF you are looking for a beautiful, secluded place that is also close to everything and you have a narrow 4-wheel drive vehicle, this may be the place for you. If you are looking for some kayaking or river access at the place you stay, we would recommend going elsewhere. The difficulties getting to the river just weren't worth it to us. The description: Secluded Cottage With Private River Access, Screened Porch, WiFi, And Netflix; should be revised to "Secluded cottage with beautiful mountain view and screened porch; close to West Jefferson". It just should not be marketed as having private river access until or unless the trail is improved, marked, or both.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer H., USA

24 November 2022

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

Best experience all around

This cabin was beautiful! Very clean, well stocked and in the perfect location. The beds were extremely comfortable and the porch and view was top notch. The driveway was not an issue (if you pull forward a little and back in it makes it a little easier). We can’t wait to come back!!! The host were amazing and the town is like a hallmark movie. We never ran out of things to see and do and actually can’t wait to go back. I hate to post this review and have this cabin book up so fast that we have to worry about availability however the hosts deserve the credit where credit is due. Thank you for sharing this cabin and town with us. We will be back to experience as many seasons as we can.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

28 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Our stay at Jennifer Moore’s property

My husband and I fully enjoyed the quiet and privacy. The house was clean, the kitchen well stocked and our surroundings were pleasant. Our only disappointment was not being able to locate private access to the river. We were confused when we made the reservation about Location of river access, whether the access was on the home site or on another property… The pictures told one story and the text another. Several times we used the directions on the kitchen wall and still could not locate access. Nonetheless we had a wonderful week and thank the Moores for sharing their special cabin in the woods. Rick and Shelley

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austin H.

5 February 2022

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

Amazing

Nice and secluded, road was tough to get down but once you got the hang of it, it became pretty easy with 4wd with all the snow on it. Great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

4 November 2021

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

Wonderful Getaway

This is a wonderful mountain getaway! There is river access, but the access is about a 6-minute hike through the woods. It was beautiful!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

27 October 2021

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

Amazing views! Cozy and clean!

We really enjoyed our stay at Moore Cabin! The view from the back porch was amazing, from sun-up to sun-down! The location perfectly framed a mountain. My husband said the view looked like a Bob Ross painting. It was well-lit and screened. If we'd had our kids, they would have loved to play out there. Fans in the rooms are an important thing for us, and we were thankful each room had them. The house had great a/c and heat. The kitchen had everything we needed, though we didn't cook anything while we were there. We didn't even eat all our snacks, so we left some (sealed) behind. 😁 Toilet paper, paper towels, soaps, etc. were well-stocked, which was a nice change from every other rental we've ever stayed in! We didn't realize this and bought some on our first store trip. We left our inevitable extras. The ONLY things we lacked were a lighter and charcoal/wood to get the fire pit/grill going. Those easy things to grab from the Walmart that's 10 minutes away. Super convenient. Bunks in the kid room we're super cute. Hangers were available, which was great! There is really only one closet, and it's in the kid room. There's one stand of drawers in there, too. The master bedroom had an armoire, but I had trouble opening it, and didn't want to mess with it. This wasn't an issue for us, because we didn't have our kids with us. We just used that room for our clothes. A couple of notes my husband wanted to make: - They're serious about the driveway. If you go in winter/snow, you would need 4WD. We had a Jeep, and we were glad. A big SUV (which is what we have at home) would have been really difficult to navigate on the driveway. I felt like I anticipated this with the pictures and description, but he wanted to make sure I mentioned it. The road in is bumpy. - The description said most people like to bring their own water for cooking and drinking. Definitely do that, unless you're used to well water. If you're a city water gal/guy, the washer is great, but you'll want to rewash when you get home. - The sheets on the king bed could have used deeper pockets, because they popped off a bunch. Our stay was great. We would definitely go back. We went at the perfect time to see the leaves change. We saw deer and a red fox near the cabin.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Moore

Our family lives in Charlotte, NC. We have our own business there. We enjoy coming to the mountains to hike, canoe, fish, swim, and relax in the quiet.

Why they chose this property

We built this cottage to suit a small family. We selected the location for the view, proximity to shopping, and being close to the New River. We wanted ease of maintenance and high quality.

What makes this property unique

The porch is a generous 12x30 and furnished to make the most of the outdoors. In the summer, when the Piedmont temps top a hundred, this 3000' high screened living area the best place to spend the afternoon.

Its hard to find a rental with river access, a well appointed home, a view, all tucked out of sight, yet so close to town.

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