Family & pet-friendly, wood burning stove, fire pits, air hockey, close to West Jefferson, New River, Mt Rogers/Grayson Highlands, and Virginia Creeper Trail.
Well-crafted log cabin on a wooded hillside ~ wide front porch, private back porch, seasonal river views, firewood on site, 4 acres of wooded hillside, local art, hiking maps, games, kitchen stocked with all essentials. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a sleeping loft. Sleeps 8.
All travelers are welcome.
"If you are looking for a private getaway, this is the place! Located down a quiet gravel road, sitting above the river, Helene's place is the perfect combination of the great outdoors and modern conveniences. "
The cabin is pet-friendly ~ Please contact Host regarding the Pet Guest House Rules.
1st floor:
- Open floor plan kitchen-dining-living with wood stove and cathedral ceiling
- Rustic dining table and modern leather sitting
- Books and games
- Wi-Fi, smart TV with Roku, Disney+, Hulu, ESPN
- Main Bedroom with queen bed and dedicated work desk
- Bathroom across the Main Bedroom, shower/tub combo
- Mudroom for coats, shoes and travel coolers
2nd floor ~
- Loft open to the living room with 2 Sleeping Nooks and 4 twin beds
- Second Bedroom with full bed
- Bathroom with shower
Kitchen ~
- Coffee, decaf and tea, spices, condiments, cooking oil
- Cooking pots & pans, baking sheets, Dutch ovens, cast iron cookwear
- Cooking and eating utensils, steak knives, wine glasses
- Microwave, toaster, coffee maker, electric stove, fridge
- Dog bowls
Other Spaces ~
- Front porch faces the access road and the New River with seasonal views
- Private back porch looks over expanses of woods, wildlife sightings can be expected
- Basement includes pack-n-play, high chair, stair gates, laundry area, air hockey and foosball tables, river tubes
- Gas grill with propane tank
- Fire pits
Other House Essentials ~
- Bath towels and face cloths
- Down comforters and pillows, cotton duvet covers and sheets
- Throw blankets, extra pillows
- Pack-n- play, stair gates
- Hair dryers, iron
River Access ~
* The cabin is on the 2nd row facing the river. The river banks are privately-owned and we do not have direct access.
* There is a neighborhood pavilion accessible to all guests ~ within walking distance
* New River Sate Park - Kings Creek Access ~ 15 min down a riverside road.
* Contact Host for kayak drop-ins and secluded swimming spots
Winters ~
* The New River Cozy Cabin is heated principally with a high efficiency wood stove supplemented by electric baseboards. Firewood is provided on site.
* We are located at about 3,000 ft in elevation. Occasional winter conditions can be expected between December and March
Summers ~
* There is no air conditioning at the cabin. Summer temperatures hover around mid-80's during the day and low 60's at night. There are fans in all rooms and screens on the wide windows that let the breeze in from the hillside
Guest Access ~
- Full access to the cabin, porches and 4 acres of private woods behind the cabin
- Part of the basement is used to store materials. Children should not play in that area.
Other Things to Note ~
* Main floor is up a flight of stairs
* Last mile along the river is a one-lane gravel road.
* Driveway is a little steep.
* Access road makes a loop for your morning walk