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El Cabitan: 4BR Scenic Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit

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A hot tub under a wooden deck with a view of a forest and mountains.
A wooden dining area with a large table, benches, and a fireplace.
A spacious loft with a wooden staircase, a living area with a sofa and TV, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A wooden staircase leading to a lofted area with a dining table, chairs, and a television.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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West Jefferson, NC
  • Place, Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountain Aire Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashe County Cheese Store
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

West Jefferson

Located in West Jefferson, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Museum of Ashe County History and Five Ridge Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mountain Aire Golf Club and Jefferson Landing. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Appalachian Soccer Stadium, or consider a night out at The Mill at Rock Creek. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Saint Mary's Episcopal Church - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Ashe County Cheese Store - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • New River State Park - 15 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Elk Shoals - 16 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of West Jefferson - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lassen Lodge at Ashe Lake - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hillbilly Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bobby D's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Cabitan: 4BR Scenic Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Cabitan: 4BR Scenic Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Cabitan: 4BR Scenic Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Cabitan: 4BR Scenic Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Cabitan: 4BR Scenic Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mountain Aire Golf Club, Saint Mary's Episcopal Church and Ashe County Cheese Store. Rhododendron Trail and Mount Jefferson State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beautiful views. Very responsive management when needs arose. Only downside was the missing hair dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The long range view and sunrise!

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: Wonderful long weekend for a fall break with my grown kids. The long range views and watching sunrise were spectacular. Watched deer graze on the property. The drive up the mountain in the neighborhood was amazing as well. We lucked up and our trip landed right at peak leaf change. The house accommodated us well (6) and the extra amenities like the hot tub were a hit. Great location with easy commute to downtown West Jefferson and neighboring areas like Blowing Rock and Boone. I especially enjoyed relaxing by a fire in the woodstove in the comfy swivel recliner.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2026
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review of El Cabitan! We’re so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed a memorable fall getaway and were able to experience the spectacular sunrise views and peak fall colors. Watching deer on the property and relaxing by the woodstove sound like the perfect ways to enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of the mountains! We’re delighted that the hot tub and comfortable accommodations made your stay even more special. Thank you for choosing Carolina Mountain Vacation Rentals. We hope to welcome you and your family back for another mountain getaway soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice, quiet with a beautiful view getway

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: The house is situated on Bald Moutain just 20 min from West Jefferson - super easy to get to. It is very private, quiet and peaceful. We spent 5 weeks here in August. The house is well laid out, has a lovely hot tub, firepit area - great views from both top and bottom patios. Our realtor, Jennifer was awesome to work with as well! House needs a bit of TLC in areas (already shared with the owner) and response time to repair requests should be by next day. That said, yes we are returning next year! You will enjoy this mountain home!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your five-week stay at El Cabitan and appreciated the peaceful, private setting, convenient location, beautiful views, hot tub, and firepit area. We also appreciate you sharing your feedback regarding the home’s maintenance and response times. We’ve shared your concerns with the owner and our team so they can be addressed. We’re always looking for ways to improve both the guest experience and our responsiveness. It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re especially happy to hear that you’ll be returning next year! We look forward to welcoming you back to El Cabitan for another extended mountain getaway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Last Minute Holiday Jewel

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 a family of 8 looking for a last minute July 4 getaway we could not have planned for a better rental and location. Plenty of bathrooms and we watched fireworks from the deck. The rental company is very nice, knowledgeable of the area, professional and willing to help. Each of us would recommend this property and hope to stay there again.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy El Capitan was the perfect spot for your family's Fourth of July getaway. Watching the fireworks from the deck sounds like a memorable experience! We truly appreciate your kind words about our team and look forward to welcoming all of you back for another mountain vacation soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Very quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thought there were 4 individual BRs (not counting the Murphy bed in the lower level) but there was only 3 with 1 having 3 beds. I would change the description.I would add tissues to the place (only TP) and some shampoo/conditioner. The one sofa is pretty beat up too.We did enjoy the covered decks and the kids loved the hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay here. The cabin was beautiful, and had so many great amenities, perfect for any age group. It was remote and private and had an amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tree Trip

beautiful property with amazing views. Wonderful accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2023
Thank you for leaving a review of your recent stay at El Cabitan. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

lovely short weekend with breath taking views

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 in "El Cabitan" the house was clean, and with all you need for a great weekend gateway. the views were fantastic
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2025
Thank you for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at El Cabitan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin home

This cabin view was so perfect. I love the lighted pathway to the house, the big windows in the cabin, the updated kitchen and the dining room area was a huge bonus. The hot tub was fantastic as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back .
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2024
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at El Cabitan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome and Comfortable

Great property, great amenities, great place, and the Golden Tee was the highlight of the trip!!! All of us loved the Cabitan!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We are thrilled to hear you all "loved the Cabitan." This cabin features many great amenities and arcade games. We hope you will return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My Wife's 50th Birthday

We celebrated my wife's 50th Birthday! We had a Wonderful time. The house is Beautiful, comfortable and well equipped. Gorgeous views! A little off the beaten path but worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed celebrating your wife's 50th birthday at El Cabitan. This home features great views and everything you would need.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Summer Vacation

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 as marketed. Plenty of room for private spaces.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at El Cabitan. We look forward to your next stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cabin Getaway

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: Great cabin, lots of amenities and very clean. Great communication with the rental company.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Thank you for leaving a review of your recent stay at El Cabitan. We look forward to having you stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As this is our third year, staying at the same cabin, we are very pleased with all the amenities offered. The only suggestion I have, is maybe large mixing bowls for the kitchen and sheets provided for the Murphy bed. The property management at our request turned the lights on in the driveway as we arrived in the night. This was so very helpful and would encourage This to be done for future renters that arrive after daylight.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2025
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that this is your third year with us! Sheets will be provided for the murphy bed and will check on getting larger mixing bowls. We do leave an outside light on and a lamp inside but do understand the driveway lights also help. We look forward to having you stay with us again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation home for multiple families!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than 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 such a great time in West Jefferson! There were 3 families, 11 people who stayed at the house. We were all surprised how spacious it was. Honestly- the pictures do not do it justice. It was so large and family friendly! Would absolutely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We appreciate you leaving a review and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at El Cabitan!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location and views. A few details overlooked.

House was in a great location and was furnished very nicely. Great game room. Views from the back deck were amazing. The handle to the freezer drawer was broken when we arrived but we fixed it. Dirty towels were piled up in one of the closets. Apparently one of the previous occupants had a party with confetti and plastic sequins as they were stuck in the carpet. All in all a positive experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Thank you for your review. We will be addressing the items that you mentioned above. We would have been happy to send someone out if we had been notified.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fun getaway with friends

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: El Cabitan was a wonderful place to stay! It felt secluded even though it wasn't too far from all the fun things West Jefferson has to offer. The home was clean and very spacious! We loved playing the games on the bottom level, enjoyed the hot tub and fires in the firepit outside. We had dinner out on the porch one night which was amazing!!! Great views! We will definitely be back to El Cabitan!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay in El Cabitan. While the home is near to town, it is tucked away on the mountain with privacy. We do hope you will stay with us again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Tree weekend

We loved the layout of the home along with the game room downstairs. The only drawback to the whole weekend was the limited number of towels and washcloths for our party of eight. Some of the bathrooms only had one washcloth for a two night stay. Plus the Murphy bed downstairs did not have any sheets available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2024
Thank you for leaving a review of your recent stay at El Cabitan. There was sheets at the cabin along with extra towels. We could have provided you with access to them. We do hope you will stay with us again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best Annual Family Trip!!!

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: This was our second year renting from Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals and I would not want to rent from anyone else in the West Jefferson area. Everyone is their office is so helpful and friendly-best customer service ever! The property was beautiful and perfect for our family of 7. The location was close to downtown and the views from the house were gorgeous! The house was immaculate upon our arrival. We will definitely be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic cabin with a view

Rustic cabin in a nice forested mountain neighborhood. The deck has a great mountain view and it was lovely to see the early morning fog mixed throughout. The cabin was spacious and met our needs. The hot tub was recently serviced and it was enjoyed. The tree canopy above the fire pit was helpful for enjoying this area even in the rain. We could not get the igniter to work on the gas grill, but we did report this to the property management group for inspection/repair. There is an Ingles nearby and charming downtown West Jefferson is a short drive away. They have an interesting Saturday Farmer's Market there and be sure to visit the Honey Hole. We enjoyed our stay! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you for your review of EL Cabitan. We are so happy you enjoyed the cabin.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First, the view was amazing! Our family enjoyed being together for Thanksgiving and the dinning area was perfect for ten of us. The location was great-close to West Jefferson, Frosty’s and a grocery. It was nice to have 4 bathrooms. BUT there are only 3 bedrooms even though they list 4. There is a Murphy bed in the game room along with a full bath. There was not any extra blankets in any bedroom. There were no hand towels, only 3 bath mats and the soap in the bathrooms were watered down. The kitchen had most everything needed for preparing meals. Overall the house was clean except floors were dirty/dusty.And as mentioned the driveway is quite tricky. Just be aware if bad weather. Jennifer at Carolina Mtn Rentals responded quickly with a few things that needed addressing. We appreciated her help.
Sunrise!
The view is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
Thank you for leaving a review of your recent stay at El Cabitan.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spacious house for a larger group

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: The house was great for our group of 5. We all had our own space and the mai living season were very adequate for a larger group. The kitchen was stocked ok, but we were missing a few items that would have been nice to have (lighter, larger mixing bowl). Cleanliness of the house could use some improvements. There were lots of areas it was appeared had not been cleaned. Floors were dirty, bathroom towels were not consistent with the beds, no trash bags in bathrooms and a huge amount of trash had been dumped down the mountain off the driveway.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2024
Thank you for your review. We will be taking care of the trash and also checking on the cleanliness of the propert.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Better then the pics displayed!

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: This place was better than we could have imagined. Breathtaking views. There was PLENTY of space for our family of 10 and the beds were comfortable and large. There were 3 tvs and a nice bar area. Check in was easy. The arcade was awesome- kids and husbands loved. They had a fire pit area, a small climbing dome for kids and a little creek that ran through the well secluded property. We stayed March 16-21, and it was around 20 degrees with snow flurries but the tubing places had all pretty much closed for season. We went to Linville caverns, waterfall park, wilderness run alpine coaster, and elk river falls- all about an hour away. Past reviews stated there was a pack n play for a small child, we didn’t see one.They did have a ball pit, a nugget couch, a high chair,a few extra warm clothes, a stroller and sleds downstairs. Make sure to read trash directions! As well as look over departure checklist the day before you leave. The cabin was well stocked with essentials with the exception of coffee. Would absolutely stay here again!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at El Cabitan. This home offers plenty of space for large families. Most snow tubing places close the first or second weekend of March for the season. We do hope you will stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

The cabin ideally suited the needs of our six member family, consisting of three couples. The three bedrooms with an additional Murphy bed in the basement, provided plenty of space. The separate dining room/bar was a frequently used space for gathering and playing board games. The arcade games in the basement were a big hit. We also enjoyed the wood-burning stove in the living room in light of the cold and snowy weather. Speaking of which, be sure to heed the warnings about being prepared for wintry weather if you’re staying during the winter months. This cabin is halfway up a mountain and the forecast for West Jefferson may not be entirely accurate for this location. We were expecting snow showers and ended up with 4 to 5 inches. However, the community does a good job of responding to wintry weather and clearing the roads. The driveway to the house coming off the road is a bit steep, so be prepared for that if wintry weather is expected. The cabin enjoys great views from the deck, including near and long range mountain views. Sunrises are spectacular. There were a few things in the kitchen that we missed such as measuring spoons and measuring cup, and we would’ve liked a few more towels and washcloths, but those are quibbles. Property management was extremely responsive and flexible, allowing us to check out a little late to allow more snow to melt off the roads before trying to depart. All in all, we were very pleased with the cabin and are likely to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2025
Thank you for leaving a review of your recent stay at El Cabitan. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay.
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