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Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit

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Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit

Welcome to Rustic River Escape! Located near West Jefferson, NC in beautiful Ashe County!

Rustic River Escape is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom cabin tucked away in the woods with river frontage access (small hike down to the river). Sleeps up to 8 guests, ping pong, WIFI, central heat and AC, pets are considered with a separate fee, covered deck, fire pit and is a great way to unplug and unwind the hustle and bustle of everyday life! The access to the South Fork of the New River is a short hike down the walking path (no vehicles) to enjoy fishing or swimming. The hike is a steep but there is a designated clear path.

***3 night minimum for the months of July, August and October***

Our cabin is located approximately 15 minutes to downtown West Jefferson on a graveled country road. Front wheel drive vehicles will not have any issues. However, we do strongly recommend 4WD/AWD vehicles during the snowy/icy times of winter. Our cabin is not motorcycle friendly.

Main Floor: As you enter our cabin from the covered porch, you’ll walk in and find T&G wood with high ceilings in the living room. Enjoy the gas stove in the living room during the cold fall/winter days and snuggle up to watch your favorite movie on the Roku TV (your login is needed). The kitchen is fully stocked including a Keurig maker and a regular coffee maker. There is access to the covered deck from the living room where you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature and the sounds of the nearby river. Enjoy making your favorite grilled dinner on our gas grill on the deck.

There are 2 spacious queen size bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the main floor. One of the queen beds has a Sleep Number bed for the ultimate comfort.

Upper Floor: The master suite is located on the upper floor with an En Suite full bathroom and TV with Apple TV access. The loft is great for reading, taking a nap or just relaxing with a futon (not for sleeping).

Lower Level: The lower level is amazing and there is plenty of seating, Roku TV, another gas fireplace, and everyone will enjoy a friendly game of Ping Pong! There are several books to read as well.
The 4th bedroom is located on the lower level with 2 twin beds along with a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo. The full size washer/dryer is also just off the bedroom for your convenience. There is a lower deck with seating to relax and take it all in.

At "Rustic River Escape", we believe that nobody should be left behind. Why leave your pet at home when you can bring them along for the adventure. Well behaved dogs are welcome for a 1 time nonrefundable pet fee of $75 per dog plus tax (sorry, but no cats allowed).

Outside: Create new memories, roast marshmallows, roast hot dogs or just sit around and listen to the crackle of the wood in our fire pit in the yard (firewood not provided). Take a short hike down to the river and go fishing (fishing license required), swimming, or enjoy the sounds of the river. There is plenty of room outside to roam and explore. Take long walks on the graveled road, enjoy your favorite beverage on the covered decks, grill your favorite meal on the gas grill, and breathe in our fresh mountain air! This is a TRUE mountain experience!

Important Notes:
***The cabin is access by graveled roads. However, you it may be necessary to have 4X4 vehicles with tire chains during the winter months.
***The owners use outdoor surveillance cameras to ensure that their home remains safe. No cameras monitor the inside rooms of the home.
***There is no land-line phone in this cabin. Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed. The home does have WIFI so you may be able to call using WIFI calling.
***No Smoking inside the cabin
***Minimum age requirement is 25 years old
***Check in time: 4:00 PM; Check out time: 10:00 AM

There is a 2 night minimum for off peak seasons
3 night minimum for holidays and the entire months June, July, August, and October.
4 night minimum for the Thanksgiving holiday
6-7 night minimum for the July 4th and Christmas/New Year holidays.

This rental is professionally managed by "High Mountain Cabin Rentals" We are located in Jefferson, NC and offers over many other quality vacation rentals in West Jefferson, Boone and surrounding areas.

Free Fun Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, High Mountain Cabin Rentals includes Xplorie, which means ONE free admission and rental everyday of your stay to some of the most popular attractions the area has to offer such as a Fun Center, Tweetsie Railroad, Mystery Hill, Tubing Adventures, Mountain Tours, Zip Lining, River Girl Fishing, and Amusement! See our website, High Mountain Cabin Rentals, for more information or give us a call at 866-931-6210 for more information. Receive ONE free admission per day, every day of your stay.

As you plan your trip to the mountains, please remember we do get rain, snow and some foggy days and occasional inconveniences which are out of our control. Winter weather in the Blue Ridge Mountains can occur from November through April. The majority of our homes are accessed by mountain roads, which will be icy in winter weather. For the safety of you and your party, please be prepared to drive in snow and ice. This means 4-wheel drive, good tires, and chains. It is your responsibility to be prepared for hazardous road conditions.

Property manager

High Mountain Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking permitted inside of our rentals.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Table tennis

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)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: No large events permitted.
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 security system
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cabin
87588

About the area

Map
West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Ashe Lake - 10 min drive
  • Elk Shoals - 13 min drive
  • Jefferson Landing - 17 min drive
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 18 min drive
  • Mount Jefferson State Park - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit located?

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

Rustic River-Open for Bookings! River Access, WIFI, Ping Pong, Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allyson L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet and cozy get away!
We had a wonderful getaway with our children and fur baby. The home was absolutely beautiful, clean, and spacious! It has everything you need for cooking and preparing meals. The staff from High Mountain Cabin Rentals are absolutely amazing. Stacey and the office staff are incredibly kind and accommodating. The fire pit area is beautiful and cozy. The river was the absolute BEST! We were unable to go to River Girl as planned so we did it on our own by the river access. There are lawn chairs and a nice picnic area by the river. We went there multiple times a day. Our GSD pup developed a LOVE for swimming! I WILL WARN. I read the reviews about the path to the river access and honestly assumed folks were exaggerating about the difficulty of the path. We learned that they were not exaggerating at all. There are actually two paths. One is right by the bottom deck. It is narrow. Very steep. But in my opinion, a short cut, because it has rope and markers to help guide you. My husband and I along with our 6,8, and 10 year old could take this trail. FIND THE SWING by the rocks overlooking the river. Absolutely beautiful! Because I could not hold my 2 & 3 year old on this trail, we had to take the other path by the hammock. It is wide and open but very strenuous and steep. It wore me out!! But the river was totally worth it. The kids enjoyed the basement area. I enjoyed the laundry room! So helpful for a large family of children. We thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful Retreat
We stayed here for a week and would do it again. The house in an excellent spot on the New River, has an incredible porch, decent cookware, and several good spaces for play and relaxation. The property sits atop a ridge, so getting to the river is a relatively short steep hike. My almost 3 year old did it well, as did my 6 months pregnant sister in-law. The spot on the river has a wide shallow area with only a slight current, where my young kids that can't swim played for hours. It also has deeper spots that made for good fishing and swimming. The property is in good condition and had plenty of space for 3 kids and 4 adults.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cabin
The property was very clean and stocked perfectly. We had everything we needed. My only note would be that it really is not very accessible to the river. The hike was truly a hike down the mountain. My siblings and I were perfectly fine but the smaller children and my 69 year old mother were not prepared properly. I loved being able to take my two larger dogs. They had a blast. The side yard was great for them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday get away
We gathered to celebrate 3 birthdays and had a ball. The house afforded the 3 couples to have their own floor. The house was prefect for our group and had plenty of space for us to cook, and eat together. The trek to the river is a little much if you plan to spend time by the river. I hiked it twice a day, but i would not want to carry anything down or back up the trail. The location is perfect for a short trips into West Jefferson, the Southfork of the NewRiver is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eulogia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
Love the cabin location. Kitchen was very well set up with all cooking utensils.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic River Escape
Beautiful location and a very well stocked kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

alexander v.

Liked: Cleanliness
mountain joy
great location.easy to get to West Jefferson.The path to the river is steep and in need of light repair.elderly are unlikely to be able to get to the river by this path. Children will need help. House was great with very good living space and kitchen.Great yard for family ( including dogs). will be back. Property manager was terrific !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape the heat
Wonderful home with a great hike to the river. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mountain House with New River Access
The house was wonderful. We came with our kids and another family and their kids. The children really enjoyed fishing and swimming in the river. The basement in the house was great for the kids as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ahhhhhh!!
My family enjoyed staying at the Rustic Retreat! My 87 year old dad was able to move around the main level with no issues. We could hear the river, which was beautiful! However, getting to it was too much for our group. We would stay at the Rustic Retreat again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness
N Wilkesboro Race Weekend
We really enjoyed staying at Rustic River Escape. Great quiet location in a beautiful area. House was super clean and well equipped. We really enjoyed it and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Mountain/River Retreat
Everyone agreed that this is a great house in a beautiful location. We were lucky to arrive when the river was frozen...a real treat to us Floridians. The trail to the river is steep but all of us, even the grandma in the group, made it down and up safely, and the riverfront area is absolutely beautiful. The beds were very comfortable and the bedrooms a good size. The kitchen had everything we needed, including crock pots and cookie sheets. It was cold, so we did not sit on the deck, but you will love it in slightly warmer weather. It is large and the furniture looks comfortable, and the view is amazing. If you are there in the winter, do heed the warnings to have a four wheel drive vehicle. We were very happy on the icy days that we had the traction provided by the 4wd. Once you are settled in, I highly recommend visiting the New River State Park. It is beautiful and has a nice hiking trail, and picnic tables by the river. We had an altogether wonderful trip and did not want to come back home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Thanksgiving in the Mountains
This property was very clean and provided enough space to spread out. The kitchen provided everything we needed to prepare our Thanksgiving meal. Neighbors, visiting and residents, were very friendly. Furniture in the main living area could use some updating but that is really the only negative we found. Views from the wrap around porch were gorgeous. The trail to the river was strenuous but gave all of us a good workout. Location was convenient to local shopping and trails. Overall our stay was very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

debra s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall weekend
Great cabin! Fully equipped, lots of room, decorated nicely. Will be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
My family and I plus our 2 dogs loved this property! It was a peaceful retreat nestled in a beautiful natural environment. The home was spacious and well outfitted for cooking, relaxing, playing games, and enjoying outdoor activities. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Hideaway
Our family enjoyed this quiet hideaway. There was lots of room to congregate in two indoor sitting areas, outside porches with furniture, or around the fire pit. We enjoyed our hike down to the river and back. We also spent a day canoeing the river. It was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rusty L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
We were looking for a place to take our four kids to get a quiet weekend away. Convenient to downtown West Jefferson with an excellent, challenging hiking path down to the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving get away
We had a lovely time. Beautiful cabin and scenery
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C., Ofallon

Short Mountain Getaway
Our family fully enjoyed our time in West Jefferson. The cabin was comfortable and in a beautiful location. We spent everyday enjoying the porch and the view.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

April M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Would never stay here again unless….
They did a lot of work on the place. Four chairs were broken; very low water pressure; lamps had burned out lightbulbs; fridge was tricky to close and I could go on and on. We left a day early and I will be sending my full list of faults to the management company.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don C., Concord

Liked: Cleanliness
Would rent again
Great house at the end of the road that is paved about 80% of the way. The last 20% could be challenging in the wrong vehicle. House has a great layout with 2 living spaces. The only drawback is that while the River is visible from the cabin it’s not easily accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harold D.

Liked: Cleanliness
CD’s review
Great communication with property managers. We had a great time, the property was well appointed and while we brought many “back up” items owing to having rented properties before that lacked basic items, this property had everything we needed to cook, sleep etc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021