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Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access

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Exterior
TV, Netflix, DVD player, foosball
Property grounds
TV, Netflix, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access

Sweetwater Cottage

• Walk to the River
• Private location but in a neighborhood with walking trails
• Fenced Yard
• A/C, WiFi, W/D, King Bed
• 1 bedroom & office with daybed!
• Only 10 mins to town! An ideal mountain cottage retreat for solo travelers, couples or a small family
• Dog friendly - see policy below

You'll delight in the architecture and setting of Sweetwater! Only 10 minutes to town, it's the ideal mountain cottage retreat for solo travelers or couples, or those with one or two children, or two couples that are close friends.

Sweetwater was custom-built by the owners, and you'll appreciate the design and decorating style. A vaulted living room opens to the well-equipped kitchen and dining area, as well as an “office” with sliding barn-style French doors where you'll find a daybed that converts to a king bed. In the master, which has an en suite bath, you'll find a comfy queen bed where you'll be certain to sleep well!

The covered porch is a great place to relax on the sofa, or around the gas fire pit. You can choose to eat inside, or at the outside table for four. On the lower level of the porch you'll find the perfect spot for a nap – the swinging bed!

In the evenings, you can watch a movie on DVD, or any of the cable options on TV and also Netflix. Or gather at the round dining table for a board game – there are a bunch to choose from.

You can bring your dog to Sweetwater, and you and the dog will appreciate the fenced yard.
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Just outside the door you'll find lots of trails – to the river, along the river, up hills and down. Chances are you'll not meet another soul, and feel like you have a state park all to yourself.

Location, Location, Location

Sweetwater can either be your destination or your home base for exploring the northwest corner of North Carolina and even up into southwest Virginia!
Located on the southeast side of Ashe County, Sweetwater is just a short 10 minute drive to the shops, galleries, dining and activities in West Jefferson. It's the same distance to Mt. Jefferson, where you can hike on your own or with rangers during their scheduled hikes. And it's only 10 minutes to Glendale Springs and the access to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Head north to Doughton Park and the Brinegar cabin to understand what life was like for settlers in this area, or south toward Moses Cone Park and the crafts gallery. You're only 30 minutes from all that Boone has to offer, and another 15 to Blowing Rock!

One of our favorite destinations is the Grayson Highlands State Park, a 50 minute drive, where you can roam the gorgeous land with the wild ponies, explore old cabins, and visit the park's visitor center for more of the area's history.

Or head to Todd and rent a kayak, canoe or bicycle from River Girl Fishing. Or just past Glendale Springs to Zaloo's Canoes and enjoy some quality New River Time. You are less than ten minutes to the new park at Elk Shoals off Boggs Road – a great place to get into the river and play.

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

StayBlueRidge, located in downtown West Jefferson, offers over 80+ quality vacation rentals in West Jefferson, Boone and surrounding areas.

Property manager

Stay Blue Ridge

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Day bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher
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

Cottage
Vrbo Property
Private Foosball Btw WJ Boone
467485

About the neighborhood

Map
West Jefferson, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Ashe Lake - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Elk Shoals - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Holy Trinity Episcopal Church - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Jefferson Landing - 19 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of New River State Park, Ashe Lake, and Elk Shoals. Saint Mary's Episcopal Church and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Sweetwater Cottage - Private Cottage Tucked in the Woods - WJ & Boone - River Access Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable relaxing & private getaway!
We had a great time. It was quiet and private. The cabin was equipped with almost everything you need and we had great cell service. We hope to stay again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Hendersonville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabin at elevation in cabin community. Details say 4-wheel drive car requires and it is needed…. Front wheel drive may could handle the access road, but it may be a little scary
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Cheryl T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sweetwater
Sweetwater is a cute cottage but was not clean. The outside porch appears to have not been cleaned in years and the furniture on it was dirty, and some broken. While we understand that outside areas will not be spotless, it was apparent that under the bench, table, etc. had not been hosed off in some time, and certainly not prior to our check in. The screen door was broken and unusable. We notified property management upon checkin of the broken screen door and nothing was done to fix this. The basket that was a light shade over the sink was adorable, but was filled with cobwebs. The towels were like sandpaper and smelled as well as the old sponges under the sink. We went into the "game" room and it was filled with cobwebs and smelled musty and moldy. The listing says sleeps 6, and while there were only two of us, there was not a place for 6 people to sleep. The living room furniture was extremely uncomfortable. We appreciated a quick response to lack of toilet paper and that we were given access to some. I did not read the check in instructions thoroughly and it would have never occurred to me to bring toilet paper to an accommodation that was that expensive; I have never had to do so in any other rental. We enjoyed the cool weather and love the area but would not stay at Sweetwater again or recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The cabin is adorable. Very nicely decorated. Nice master bed, kitchen, and den areas. The second bedroom is not one in which I would think would be comfortable and it requires going into the master bedroom to access the only bathroom. I would not consider this house suitable for more than one couple. But it was great for me and my husband. The property is very nice and has a great outdoor area. There’s no ice maker but it was no problem using the old fashioned ice trays. The chairs and couch in the den don’t match the pictures and the chairs were not comfortable for sitting for a Tv night. We used our fold up canvas chair. This is not meant to be a bad review because the house is adorable and we would consider staying here again. The porch and deck has stairs that offer pets to run free and stay safe. Very nice feature!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Lauren T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not ideal for cold weather or a family
The mini unit heater couldn’t heat the home, so my family and I slept fully clothed in our winter wear. Bedding was musty, linens were dirty, the “king size bed” was not an actual mattress, but instead just a platform of some sort with a mattress topper. The stay was so unpleasant we cut our trip short and didn’t stay the second night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ann E., Four Oaks, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Mountain Cabin and Wildlife
We enjoyed our stay, especially seeing the deer passing by. Cabin was smaller than the pictures appear. Would be great for a couple or parents with young children. Access to bathroom is only through the master bedroom which is awkward during the night. Downstairs is only accessible by going outside and had a musty smell so wouldn't want to sleep down there. Overall, it is a lovely cabin and seeing the wildlife was very special.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas W.

Sweetwater October
Quaint little cottage in a beautiful location. Very quiet, peaceful and private, somewhat afforded to the time of the year. Neighborhood appeared to be a mix of full-time residents and vacation/second home places. Looked like a summer spot. The cottage was nicely kept, and fine for one, two, or a small family. Enjoyed the wildlife (lots of deer) and birds and what neighbors we did see were friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous cabin
We just returned from four nights in this lovely cabin. The location was very peaceful. It’s at the end of the road so no through traffic. We have stayed in other cabins where the gravel roads can be very treacherous, but this road was very easy to navigate. We saw deer every day and hiked down to the river. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Loved our stay! The cottage was spotless, comfortable, secluded and peaceful...exactly what we needed for our short getaway! Only complaint is most of the cushions for the porch furniture were missing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H., Mint Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet stay at Sweetwater
This property lived up to our expectations and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We spent most of our leisure time hanging out on the deck and enjoying the ambience of the woods. It is in close proximity to downtown West Jefferson and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Would highly recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This place is beautifully decorated, very clean and well thought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022