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Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Mountain Lair is a picturesque retreat, nestled along the New River in a serene mountain setting. This custom log cabin offers ample opportunities for relaxation and adventure, with scenic views of the river from multiple decks. Enjoy hiking through the woods or strolling along the community gravel roadway to unwind. Relax by one of two gas log fireplaces while watching a movie on comfy sofas or take advantage of high-speed wireless internet and numerous games, puzzles & books.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$3,992
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC

Mountain Lair is a riverfront custom log cabin located in a private and picturesque setting. The cabin is loaded with amenities that will enable you to maximize your vacation experience. Enjoy the views of the New River and wooded surroundings from many different decks. You can fish, tube or just play in the river all in view of the cabin. Enjoy hiking through the woods or take a casual stroll along the community gravel roadway!

Designed for the entire family to enjoy, this cabin features a great-room with vaulted ceiling & exposed beams, stone fireplace with gas logs, and a Smart TV/HDTV/digital cable and DVD. Relax by the gas log fireplace while watching a movie on the comfy sofas. High-speed wireless internet is available for your use along with many DVD movies, games, puzzles & books to entertain the young and young at heart. Access the large open deck or side covered deck from the living or dining area to enjoy the cool mountain breezes, outdoor dining table, ample seating, gas grill, smoker, and scenic river views.

The cabin is outfitted with a well equipped kitchen including stainless appliances, dishwasher, flat top range, microwave, regular drip & K-cup combo coffee maker. Enjoy your meals at the hand crafted dining table or the large eat in bar. The main level is also where you will find the first bedroom with a king bed, flat-screen HDTV with digital cable and DVD. The main level full bathroom has a private water closet and dual vanities.

The upper level offers a second bedroom with a queen bed, HDTV with digital cable and DVD. The third bedroom is equipped with a bunk bed with a full and twin. Also situated upstairs is a second full bathroom.

The lower level game room/den is sure to please all ages with a gas log fireplace, a shuffleboard table, electronic dart board, mini fridge, card/game table and comfortable seating to enjoy the game or good movie on the TV. The media area is equipped with a large screen flat-panel HDTV with digital cable and DVD and stereo system. Step out onto the lower deck to read your favorite book, take a nap on the seasonal hammock, or better yet, unwind in the private 6 person hot tub while enjoying the serene views. Also on the lower lever is the fourth spacious bedroom with a king bed, a third full bathroom, and the laundry area with full size washer and dryer for your convenience.

Relax on the decks or venture out to the custom outdoor fireplace, to roast smores on an open fire. Take a short stroll to the river bank and enjoy the sounds of the river or catch fish. Central heat & AC and ceiling fans in all bedrooms.

Dog Friendly: Dogs up to 50 lbs accepted with prior notice and approval. 2 dog max. No Puppies or other animals.
No Smoking.
The cabin sits on a beautiful, mountainous lot with an inclined gravel driveway. We recommend AWD/4WD. For the driver who has experience on gravel, the driveway is navigable with front wheel drive under normal weather conditions.

Amenities include: Smart TV, Cable TV, WIFI, hot tub, gas grill, smoker, stone gas fireplace, custom wood burning outdoor fireplace, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Pack n' Play, shuffleboard, electric darts, mini fridge, games, drip/Keurig combo coffee maker, toaster, electric griddle, blender, crockpot, outdoor seating, multiple decks, seasonal hammock, washer, dryer, large dog crate, exterior covered dog kennel (5x10), central heat & air conditioning

Beds: 2 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full, 1 Twin
Sleeps: 9

Explore the High Country!
Here in the High Country you can find a large assortment of attractions to please the whole family. This mountainous area has been hosting visitors for over a century, and today includes popular attractions such as Grandfather Mountain, Tweetsie Railroad, Mast General Store, multiple state parks (New River State Park, Mount Jefferson Natural Area), The New River, hiking on the Blue Ridge Parkway and many others. In addition, you'll find unique farms, wineries, and orchards to tour and sample. Our downtown areas offer great eateries, art galleries, specialty shops, cafe's, emporiums and antiques.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

977220

About the area

Map
Lansing, NC

What's nearby

  • Landmark Farm Alpacas - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Ash County Park - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Phoenix Mountain - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • New River - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Museum of Ashe County History - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Southern Scoops & Sandwiches - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Liar's Bench - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$3,991.84, 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 Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Landmark Farm Alpacas, New River and Ash County Park. Museum of Ashe County History and Phoenix Mountain are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Mountain Lair - Jefferson, NC Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great and the area was beautiful. We especially enjoyed being able to bring our dogs on vacation with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Great Grad Getaway

Our family was celebrating our son’s college graduation. The house and location was perfect for some quiet R and R. Enjoyed the proximity to town and some artistic visits in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

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

Paradise

Loved our stay in this cabin! Perfect getaway!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Me and my family enjoyed our stay. Staff is very kind and understanding. Basement bed was a little stiff but not completely uncomfortable. Also I think a rug in there would make that bedroom perfect! Overall this was a very nice getaway spot, I would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!! A group of my friends and I travel to the area every year for a guys trip and this place was the best yet! The house is very spacious and clean. Also just steps from the New River, which we hungout and fished on a few occasions. Great home for a crowd and very secluded...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an awesome cabin in the woods. Everything was great, the beds were very comfortable. We had to walk down hill to the river which was a little steep. Overall, I’d love to stay here again. It’s the perfect spot for me because I love being in the mountains! You could sit out on the deck and watch people float down the river and just sit there and listen to the river and the mountains. Great place to stay! Thank you so much. The town of Lansing is awesome. They have an awesome park there and a dog park. Everyone is so nice there. We’ll definitely be back.
This is a picture of the river from the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Beautiful

This house was amazing! It was the best cabin I have ever stayed in. The location was secluded on the river. You really never have to leave the house with all of the amenities provided. Fireplace, game room, hot tub, hammock. And the adoreable town of West Jefferson is only around 18 minutes away. We went to Grayson Hoghlands 30 minutes away for a hike and saw the wild ponies. Wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond H.

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

Serenity

Great place to relax and fish!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

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

Birthday trip

The house was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Fun weekend trip!

We enjoyed our stay! Property was beautiful, we loved being steps from the river! Plenty of room for adults and children. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

APRIL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice area

Overall we had a wonderful stay. The listing shows a deck by the river with a picnic table but that was no longer there. The climb from the river was made a little easier with the rock path but still a good workout. The kitchen was fully stocked and hot tub worked great. We enjoyed the firepit at night. Since we were there on a holiday weekend, the river was busy with tubers and kayaks, which all waved as they floated by. We very much enjoyed our stay here. Went hiking to nearby areas and had a wonderful time in downtown Ashe County. We checked out Third day Kitchen and also Ashe county Cheese in West Jefferson, I highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Easter/Birthday

Our family loved every minute we spent at the cabin. Playing board games, trout fishing and relaxing in the hot tub. We will definitely be staying here again soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

wonderful

It was just right for our family, great home, fully furnished and all supplies needed, beautiful location, quiet, peaceful, perfect for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

TJ S.

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

Quiet getaway in a spacious cabin

This dog-friendly cabin had plenty of space for the whole family to spread out and relax. Check-in and check-out were a breeze. When not on long day trips, my family dined in West Jefferson and cooked in the well-equipped kitchen. We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing River

Hearing the river from the house was so wonderful and relaxing. We spent most of week with open windows so we could hear the river throughout the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

The perfect cabin!

Just got back from a FABULOUS weekend the the Mountain Lair. This cabin is a great place to get away from it all! The cabin was clean and modern with plenty of space for our group of 6. The game room provided lots of fun. The sound of the river was so relaxing. The nearby town of West Jefferson offers unique local shops including a brewery where we had dinner one night. I highly recommend this cabin!

10/10 Excellent

Holt M.

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

Great view of the river!

We loved sitting on the deck looking out to the New River. Location was convenient to the activities we were interested in (Va Creeper Trail....so much fun! And Grayson Highlands state park). We went into West Jefferson for groceries and shopping. House was very clean and equipped nicely. Would definitely return!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous

This was exactly what we were looking for. Peaceful and secluded! The river was beautiful. A short hike downs up but I didn't mind it. Everything you would need in a kitchen to cook. About 15 min to downtown West Jefferson which is super cute! It was fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Relaxing vacation! Quiet and river front. If you have young infants be sure and bring a baby gate. One is provided to block entrance from the bottom level to the main level, but we had to use a quilt rack and boot mat that was provided to block off the main level steps up to the loft. Other than that, no complaints. Well maintained and accurate description as posted online. Would definitely rent again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine C.

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

Family Fun

Our family had Christmas in this beautiful setting!!! Easy trip to West Jefferson for fun. The house had beautiful views! It was a little more worn than we expected, but functional and cozy. We ended up buying towels and washcloths for everyone due to limited and worn supply. We had 6 adults, a teen, and a baby. The shower curtain liners need to be replaced and the rugs cleaned. We're going to rent again next year, so obviously not too shabby! As a side note ... Our son had to call AAA because he had a flat tire. The servicemen that came out were wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Lindsay G.

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

Happy, but disappointed more than happy

The location and house were wonderful. However, the house was very dirty. My husband had to unclog two drains. The amount of dust that was on furniture was very gross. In the kitchen, the window was covered in dead bugs. At least clean that! The dust bunnies under the couches were nasty. We found them when one of our children’s shoes went under the couch and came out covered in dust. It is a mountain house, but not a tent. I was expecting a mountain house not a luxurious hotel, however the dirt was awful. The location and the river are wonderful. I would just suggest a deep deep clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Beautiful setting

Great house for our vacation with grandchildren. They loved the hot tub and all the games on the lower level. We made use of almost everything the house had to offer - grill, firepit, outdoor decks, hammock, hot tub, and river.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paola B., Indialantic, FL

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

Beautiful cabin in the woods

The cabin is beautiful and it has everything needed to have a relax time in the mountains. Our family of 4 and a dog had a great time exploring and hiking through the area. The cabin is secluded but close to stores (20 mins away) and skiing resorts and touristy places are an hour away. We were lucky to have a family of four deers coming to our cabin every day. The check in and check out was easy and the communication with the rental company was very good too. Very likely to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Mountain Lair

Enjoyed our week at a great cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

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

Mountain Getaway

Had a great time here and fit our group of six very comfortably. Really enjoyed sitting in the river and hanging out with my friends around the campfire. One of the few times where the photos of a vacation rental didn’t do the location justice in how wonderful it was.