Bird's Nest - Antique Log Cabin

• Charming, rustic ambiance on acreage w/ HOT TUB
• Rocking chair porch, gas grill & a yard
• Wood-burning fireplace, WiFi, W/D, Keurig+Drip
• Nature-centric, log cabin feels and peace awaits
• 10 mins to West Jefferson (very central location)!
• Dog Friendly - see policy below

If you're looking for a mountain getaway, this historic and affordable vacation home offers the serenity of more than two private acres, in a charming setting, just minutes from downtown West Jefferson. Enjoy a romantic or adventurous escape from the hectic city life, in a cabin that's rich in Ashe County history and beautifully updated from top to bottom.

The cabin was originally built in Shatley Springs with logs dating to the 1700s. It was moved to the current location near Glendale Springs around 1988. It features reclaimed heart of pine flooring, beamed ceilings, an open floor plan and a charming kitchen with leathered granite, a microwave, dishwasher and coffee maker.

The main level includes a spacious great room with a wood-burning fireplace, a quaint full bath a with a copper sink, and a queen-sized sleeper sofa to accommodate an additional friend or a child. The second level features a beautiful loft bedroom with a king-sized bed.

Relax and enjoy the cabin's natural setting on the large front porch overlooking an expansive lawn and woods. The additional side deck is perfect for entertaining and dining and includes a gas grill, fire pit and newly added hot tub. The deck is also enclosed on all sides – perfect for people travelling with a small dog (25 pound limit).

This affordable haven is built for peace, quiet and star-gazing, at the end of a road, with no through-traffic. Get yourself a beverage, take a seat on a rocking chair and feel the stress of everyday life melt away!

Experience the High Country

Whatever your vacation objectives are, from this rental you'll have easy access to all the adventure and sightseeing opportunities in the High Country. Officially located in West Jefferson location, near Glendale Springs, you'll be very close to downtown West Jefferson, as well as the New River. In downtown West Jefferson you'll find a charming assortment of shopping, antique stores, art galleries and dining. This is small-town Americana at its finest. You can watch cheese being made at the Ashe County Cheese Factory, grab a movie or attend the farmers market on the weekends.

If you enjoy water sports, the New River offers fishing, swimming, tubing, kayaking and canoeing. Nearby outfitters are eager to hook you up with everything you need. This peaceful and slow-moving river is scenic and safe for all ages.

In the summer your activity options are endless, from golf, zip-lines, horseback riding, hiking, biking, cave exploration, photography, mining for gems, or, of course, the wide and wonderful assortment of water/river adventures. Fall foliage is indescribably gorgeous. If you're craving a snowy mountain winter, you've also come to the right place. Enjoy sledding, snowboarding, skating – and don't forget skiing – all winter long. Or watch the snow fall softly and serenely outside, while you're cozy in your log cabin!

In this special part of the world, the wonder of Mother Nature presents itself at every turn. Just a short drive from where you live, you can be in an entirely different dimension, ready for unforgettable outdoor adventure as well as peaceful relaxation. No matter when you visit, The Bird's Nest offers the mountain getaway you've been dreaming of.

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

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