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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 wooden staircase leading to a lofted area with a dining table, chairs, and a television.
A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

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About the neighborhood

West Jefferson

This cabin is located within a 15-minute drive of Mountain Aire Golf Club and Saint Mary's Episcopal Church. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Saint Mary's Episcopal Church - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Ashe County Cheese Store - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • New River State Park - 15 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Elk Shoals - 16 min drive - 12.5 miles

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Escape to El Cabitan, a spacious log home designed for relaxation and entertainment, perfectly located just minutes from West Jefferson and Boone. Featuring vaulted ceilings, sweeping long-range mountain views, and modern comforts, this retreat offers four dedicated sleeping spaces and four full bathrooms—ideal for multi-family getaways or group trips.

Living & Dining Space
Main Living Area: Features vaulted ceilings, an open-concept layout with an authentic wood stove, HDTV, and plush leather seating.

Gourmet Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and a breakfast bar (seats 2). The adjacent dining area seats 8 and includes a second wet bar (seats 4) complete with a wine cooler.

Covered Outdoor Living: Step directly onto the primary covered deck equipped with a cozy porch swing, gas grill, outdoor dining table, ceiling fan, and privacy/sun shades.

Sleeping Accommodations (4 Sleeping Areas | 4 Full Baths)
Main Level — Bedroom 1 (Primary Suite): King bed with a private en-suite bathroom featuring a tiled walk-in shower.

Main Level — Bedroom 2: King bed with access to a full shared bathroom (shower).

Upper Level — Loft Sleeping Area: Set of bunk beds (Twin over Queen) and an open seating area with a large HDTV. Includes a dedicated full bathroom (tub/shower combo).

Lower Level — Game Room Area: Open layout featuring a Queen murphy bed, HDTV seating area, and a full bathroom (shower).

Game Room & Outdoor Amenities
Lower Level Game Room: Fully stocked for fun with a ping pong table, bumper pool, and two full-size arcade games (Big Buck Hunter and Golden Tee).

Lower Deck & Fire Pit: Relax in the multi-person, bubbling hot tub overlooking the mountains, or gather around the ground-level fire pit for evening s'mores.

Prime High Country Location
8 Mins: Mountain Aire Golf Club

10 Mins: Downtown West Jefferson (dining, art galleries, & Ashe County Cheese)

15 Mins: Mount Jefferson State Park & New River State Park (hiking, trails, & overlooks)

25 Mins: Boone & Appalachian State University

30–45 Mins: Appalachian Ski Mtn, Sugar Mtn, Beech Mtn, & Blowing Rock
El Cabitan is a Carolina Mountain Vacation Rentals property. Our calendar and rates are updated instantaneously. We strive to make it as easy as possible to stay at one of our properties. We will notify you proactively when an early check in is possible and you’ll receive the comforts of a luxury home when you arrive with a starter supply of paper products, hand soaps and lotions. In addition, we offer 24/7 emergency after hours service. Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals uses one of the industry’s most trusted brand of software to securely store all guest data. All of our vacation rentals follow local and state tax rules. Each reservation includes applicable taxes, linen cleaning fee, and a processing fee. Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals also offers an optional trip interruption insurance to protect your investment. NCREC Broker Name: Carolina Mountain Vacation Rentals, Inc. NCREC License Number: 37802
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

2016-235074

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cabin?

This cabin is located in West Jefferson, close to Mountain Aire Golf Club, Ashe County Cheese Store, and Mount Jefferson State Park. You'll also find Rhododendron Trail and Museum of Ashe County History nearby.

Is parking available on site at Cooler Temps, Better Memories! 4BR/4BA Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Game Room?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin associated with a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cooler Temps, Better Memories! 4BR/4BA Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Game Room?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cabin include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Cooler Temps, Better Memories! 4BR/4BA Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Game Room have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

Does Cooler Temps, Better Memories! 4BR/4BA Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Game Room have connecting rooms available?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cooler Temps, Better Memories! 4BR/4BA Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Game Room?

Yes, every cabin at Cooler Temps, Better Memories! 4BR/4BA Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Game Room comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

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

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Very quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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!
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
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.
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
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
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.
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!
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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Must Mountain Retreat!

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 loved this property! It was well stocked and had so much room for our large family stay! The children loved the arcade games and ping pong in the basement! Hot tub was awesome! Views from the covered porches are beautiful! Fire pit made a great spot to roast marshmallows for our Samores! 10 mins to the sweet town of West Jefferson! We highly recommend!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025