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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Jefferson, NC
  • Place, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway

Experience the authenticity of Mammaw and Pappaw Darnell’s home place ½ miles off the Blue Ridge Parkway and across the street from the Raccoon Holler Campground lake. The beautiful lake is right in front of the home place. Used to about 5 years ago, there was no water or bathroom in this cabin. After Mammaw passed away, it was our dream to restore the home and leave the rooms as Mammaw had them in order to share the love of the cabin with others. Now complete with granite counter tops, hardwood floors, and whirlpool tub with it has all the modern day luxuries. You will really enjoy your time here – two bedrooms (i.e., three full beds as two are upstairs in one room), full bathtub, separate shower, washer dryer, dishwasher microwave, hardwood floors, natural beams etched with pine hardwood to provide the rustic cabin feel yet with the modern day appliances of comfort including flat screen cable television.

This property also has RV hookup. If you have RV, you can connect it all here


Sit on the front porch and look at the lake, view the lake from the kitchen, living room and upstairs bedroom. This home place offers authenticity and comfort. Convenient to Jefferson and West Jefferson, 22 miles out the Blue Ridge Parkway to Boone and a mile from the famous Northwest Trading Post, right off the Blue Ridge Parkway, 15 miles from Wilkesboro, come home to Raccoon Holler

Area Attractions:

Ashe County Corn Maze

Annual event featuring the corn maze, games for kids and adults! Special events include the Corn Fest with slow cooked BBQ, Apple Butter, live Blue Grass and more. Get in the game, Volleyball, Rook and Horseshoe Tournaments. Lots of Fun & Prizes.

Christmas in July

The Ashe County Christmas in July Festival is a one day festival held in downtown West Jefferson that offers traditional mountain music, North Carolina Mountain arts and crafts and array of food, fun and festivities for the entire family. Attracting over 20,000 visitors in one day. Free Admission

Church of the Frescoes

Artist Ben Long’s Frescoe Paintings adorn the walls of two small Episcopalian churches, St. Mary’s in West Jefferson and Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Inside Long created his first of many religious frescoes. The churches are open daily year-round and no fees are charged. Donations, however, are greatly appreciated.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet fee 25 per pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND INSIDE OF THE HOME.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 984757
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 deadlock

About the area

Jefferson

Located in Jefferson, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Museum of Ashe County History and Walker Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ashe County Cheese Store and Boone Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex or Holmes Convocation Center. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Holy Trinity Episcopal Church - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Appalachian State University - 35 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 38 min drive - 48.7 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 42 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Grayson Highlands State Park - 44 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lassen Lodge at Ashe Lake - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Park Vista Inn & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Don's Mountain Aire Seafood & Steak - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oldhouse Goods Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪copper mine grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway?

As of 10 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway on 3 September 2026 start from NZ$881, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin bordering The Blue Ridge Parkway located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of New River State Park and Jefferson Landing. Elk Shoals and Ashe Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kenny H.

So very pleastant

This place is warm, sturdy, clean, safe, with a rustic feel, yet modern kitchen and bathroom, and comfortable beds. This was my second stay, and I was very pleased both times.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Salliann M.

Awesome! We can't wait to go back

It was such a cozy inviting cabin. The decor was warm and inviting. We had everything we needed. Loved the raccoon decorations the best! We are already planning our next visit. Thanks for sharing your lovely cabin!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for the warm comments. The Raccoon Holler retreat is heart, soul, warmth, and love in the middle of the Blue Ridge. Mammaws would have been happy that you enjoyed yourselves, likely, she is happy. Thanks a lot for the review.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Absolutely loved it!

What an awesome place to stay! As soon as we pulled up we were already in love. Beautiful views and beautiful interior. Absolutely loved it! Although we're from Ashe County, next time we need a getaway this place will be it!! (:
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Hope you visit us soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication

Very nice cabin

The inside of the cabin is beautiful! Some of the pictures makes you believe you have access to the lake. You do not! It is owned by a camp ground and they have no choice words to make sure you know it and stay away. Keys are in a lock box but my communication said they would be under a mat. Never was communicated the code to the lock box until the owners mother happen to drive by. She seemed more surprised than I did that I hadn't been told. They claim the wifi operates without a password but look on the fridge for it. Also don't trust any the phone numbers they provide in their communications. All wrong numbers but if you do get inside they are on the fridge as well. Overall a very nice cabin but access and communication is a pain.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Nice place to stay

We enjoyed our stay, there was plenty of room in the house for more people so I am hoping to travel there again with more family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Cozy

2nd time here at Raccoon Holler. Love the location and love the house. Very roomy and everything u may need. We will be back for sure. Great communication with the owner! Having the pets with us is a plus always!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dean R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in

I enjoyed my stay but had a problem with getting the house key with the code

The property was very well taken care of
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

LARA

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Peaceful little cabin

Very quiet, peaceful and clean. Well stocked with all necessities. Great porch and view of pond. Slept great. TV didn’t work in downstairs bedroom which wasn’t a dealbreaker for me. Upon contacting property manager about it, she responded quickly and offered to provide a solution. The owner was also responsive and provided excellent information prior to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

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

Snow Day

What a cute little cabin. Clean comfortable and well stocked. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Peaceful in the holler

Lovely location with beautiful scenery of the lake. This cabin had everything we needed and was conveniently located close to West Jefferson. We enjoyed spending time on the front porch and walking our dog around the property. We did get to meet Wanda who was so sweet. The cabin was comfortable and will definitely visit again. Our pets were intrigued by the stuffed raccoon, too. Lol!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

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

LOVE this cabin!!!

We will absolutely be back for a stay here. We loved it! It’s secluded yet centrally located to everything!! Very convenient. The cabin was very clean and Wanda was very helpful and quick to get back to us with any questions! TEN stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott G.

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

Great cabin, not so great bed.

The cabin was just as described; quaint, clean, came with everything we needed and had a pleasant view of the pond access the road. Owner and manager were super accommodating. Our only negative was that the master bedroom bed was both uncomfortable and very loud. We had a very poor nights sleep.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Maw maw's cabin, great quiet place to stay

We really enjoyed the cabin, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

This was a Great place to stay for peace and quiet.

Really enjoyed our stay. Look forward to come back again some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and big and tucked away into the hollow.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joya R.

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

Cabin Fun!

We had a great overnight stay at this property recently. Wanda and Denver were very easy going to communicate with. The view of the lake across the street is beautiful to wake up to.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, helpful owner, very nice little cabin off the parkway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Beverly P.

Not as picture portrayed.

House is nice but sits on the road and the lake is across the road - picture is misleading. No phones, fire place didn’t work nor did the satellite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

Love the cabin and the view of the lake

Our stay was great thank you for having us at your cabin just one question is the $50 cleaning fee returnable if we cleaned and also the kitchen sink was leaking under the cabinet so I tighten the fittings up to fix it thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leann M.

Peaceful and very beautiful

We enjoyed our stay at Mammaw's Lakefront Cabin. When we arrived everything was so quaint, just like when I was young, it had that homey atmosphere. The beds were very comfortable. It rained most of the time that we were there but it was beautiful in the morning when we woke up and the fog was over the lake. I didn't realize that the cabin is so close to the Parkway. The GPS took us in different directions each time we left to go somewhere; but once took us down the Parkway and when we turned off onto Possum Hollow Rd. there it was. When you stay you must go into West Jefferson and go to the Ashe County Cheese Factory. The town has lots of shops that are awesome as well. We will definitely be making reservations to return next fall. Thanks for the hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

ginger w.

Nice house

Enjoyed the stay and the cabin was nicely equipped- hope to go back
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet place to get away.

Lovely cabin. View of the lake was soothing. Loved sitting on the front porch watching the baby geese on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Very Homey

This is a wonderful, quiet get away cottage yet close to everything. Peaceful, sweet place to stay. We will always consider renting this cottage anytime we are in the area and it is available. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Debra S.

Great weekend getaway!

My daughters and I enjoyed a wonderful weekend together! Thank you for sharing your cozy and lovely home; it was perfect for us! We enjoyed being close to the Parkway and spending the day in West Jefferson. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

It was a spur of the moment trip and it was wonderful!!! Beautiful cabin!!

From time we arrived the cabin felt like home!! Great kitchen beautiful view sitting on front porch. We hated to leave. Owner was great. Would recommend to anyone needing to relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Denver Severt

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Why they chose this property

This property is far from the madding crowd, and an exquisite getaway in any season. Very accessible in all seasons with state maintained roads. It is close to the parkway, minutes away from all the attractions. FREE WIFI But why did I buy the property. Well I tell all my students about this in my Service Management Courses at the University of Central Florida Rosen College where I am a professor. I grew up a mile away and my Pappaw and Mammaw Darnell lived here and when I came to visit, though they had no water and no bathroom and an outhouse, they gave me a beyond a Ritz Carlton Experience, a Raccoon Holler Experience. I know the love is still in the walls. Completely made 'sexy' and remodeled in the modern day form with great rooms and amenities, the cabin has the same likeness as it did when I stay all those weekend with my grandparents. At noon, they argued over who woke me up - Pappaw got the chamber pot ready so I did not have to go to the outhouse - the smell of Pine cleaner emanated from that pot - they kept everything immaculate. After the morning bathroom visit, Mammaw had breakfast on the table. The two of them loved me and never said a negative word to me - to be welcome by them was to never forget it. I hope you have such a time there.

Not to mention, my amazing Mother, Wanda, the caretaker was raised here and has her own stories to tell from the Holler.

Come join the Raccoon Holler family and stay. It will capture your heart and soul and make you feel rejuvenated head to toe.

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