If you want to explore a quintessential small town in America, then you cannot go wrong with West Jefferson. Nestled within North Carolina’s exalted Blue Ridge Mountains, the town features cool and pure mountain breezes and a lovely landscape. In fact, it is a perfect mix of contemporary culture and rich history - there are just so many things to do in West Jefferson. Take a leisurely stroll on the town roads and unravel why West Jefferson is such a special place to be in with your dear ones. The town is also famous for its happening art scene with innumerable art galleries. It has a bustling downtown with a number of boutiques, fine restaurants, wine and coffee shops, a brewery of craft beer, and antique shops. Some major tourist attractions here include St. Mary’s Church of the Frescoes and Ashe County Cheese. In case you are planning to visit the town soon and looking out for a homey accommodation, check out the following top vacation rentals in West Jefferson, NC.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Carter’s Hill Cottage (from USD 119)
Ideal for six guests, this spacious cottage is only 4.82 km (3 mi) from Twickenham. Relish a cup of hot coffee and relax on its porch as you marvel at the beautiful vistas of the mountain. You will be only a few minutes from West Jefferson and Jefferson town while staying here. The accommodation is in proximity to Ashe County Park and outdoor activities like volleyball and basketball courts, disc golf course, trails, and more. Enjoy a host of amenities like an indoor fireplace, dryer, and air conditioning during your stay.
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amazingly peaceful with great kitchen and mattressesgreat space with many upgrades and just a cozy feelthe bed was comfortable and the bathroom immaculateCleanliness:
very clean and great communication from susanthe space was cleanclean and great front porchthe cottage was very clean and beautifully furnishedit was clean and quiet with a great viewHost:
the owner was very friendly and accommodatingsusan is the most gracious hostsusan was a generous and accommodating hostshe’s a great host and her place is nice and cleansusan was very hospitable and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for a family vacationgreat location nearby a park and a short drive to twickenham’s housesusan’s property backs right up to the park so it was idealthis is a great location being close to all the interesting little towns in the areaeasy access to downtown west jefferson and loved being so close to ashe county park
2. Sky Loft - downtown West Jefferson (from USD 112)
Welcome to this renovated, modern and mid-century apartment for six that is ideally set in downtown West Jefferson. It is within a short walk to great restaurants, shops, movie theaters, and galleries. The fully furnished loft features three nicely done bedrooms and a well-appointed kitchen. Guests can enjoy an array of amenities including heating, essentials, dryer, and air conditioning.
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the kitchen is well-outfitted and spacious enough to sit around the island and enjoy coffeeCleanliness:
very clean nicely decoratedincredibly clean and roomyeverything was very clean plenty of spaceit was clean and stylishextremely clean and easy to accessHost:
great host friendly and kindmark was a amazing host and was available to answer any questions we hadhost was flexible and let us extend our stay an extra daymark was a great hosthe was a gracious and wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and great apartmentgreat location in west jeffersongreat location in downtowb west jeffersonthe location is in very close proximity to great restaurants shopping and the parkit’s in a great location within walking distance to everything in downtown w jefferson
3. Hawks Landing: holiday in the woods
This cozy and comfortable apartment in the basement can sleep a maximum of five persons at a time and is set near the majestic Mount Jefferson in the scenic woods. The apartment has one well-decorated bedroom with five squishy beds and a private bathroom. The accommodation is only half an hour from Boone and a few minutes to the historic downtown. The nearest grocery store is just five minutes from here. The host arranges for facilities like heating, dryer, and air conditioning for your convenience.
West Jefferson, North Carolina, United StatesAccommodates: 5
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the apt has everything you need and a pretty view of the mountainsthe bed is amazingly comfortablewe had a teenager with us and the wi-fi was greatthere is a very comfortable king bed with ample closet space in the bedroomthe apartment is spacious and comfortable with all of the needed amenities and is in immaculate conditionCleanliness:
this apartment is clean and cozycozy clean stay in the mountainsit is clean private and very safethis place was incredibly cleanmonica's place was clean and cozyHost:
monica was a wonderful hostmonica was a great host and very responsive to questionsmonica was a warm and friendly hostmonica was a wonderful host and provided everything that helped us feel at homeshe was very responsive to all my questions and very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to shopping and dining and provides the well needed relaxed location after a busy dayit is close to great hiking shopping and dininggreat location close to venue that was visitedit is at a great locationgorgeous place great value wonderful location awesome experience
4. Convenient loft near historic downtown (from USD 131)
Situated in historic West Jefferson downtown, UpTown Loft is an excellent accommodation option for up to four guests at a time. It enjoys a superb location due to its proximity to facilities like a movie theater, art galleries, cafes, shops, bakeries, bars, and restaurants. The accommodation offers two nicely done bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Conveniences on offer include an indoor fireplace, essentials, dryer, and air conditioning.
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ken was fantastic to work with and apt was immaculatesurprisingly spacious well laid out apartment with cozy furniture and gas logsstroll down the street for coffee breakfast meals & entertainmentthe bedding was very comfortablethe apartment loft is clean and have all amenities you neededCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableclean friendly super quick communicationcozy and clean bedken's loft is cozy clean and convenientthe rooms were nice and clean and everything was very stylish and easy to useHost:
ken was an excellent hostthe host was also greatken was super helpfulthe host was very responsive and accommodate us when we requested to check in earlyken was very quick to respond to my questions and a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location exceeded expectationsexcellent location - downtown with easy access to everythingit’s comfortable and located within walking distance of great foodgreat location very nice spacelove the location in the middle of west jefferson
5. Cozy lodge at Jefferson Landing Club (from USD 124)
The property is located about 12.87 km (8 mi) from the Blue Ridge Parkway at the Blue Ridge Mountains. The locality is well-known for its mesmerizing mountain scenery and Christmas tree farming. It overlooks a golf course and offers one furnished bedroom for four guests simultaneously. The air-conditioned accommodation offers a string of amenities. Make this your home while vacationing in West Jefferson, and return with pleasant memories.
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The condo was well-furnished an provided everything we neededit appearsthe hot water issues go away when more people are using hot water in the overall condo buildingIt was perfect for a short weekend getaway to Ashe county with beautiful views and an incredible stone fireplacethe fireplace was lovely and the view from the patio was very relaxingOnly issues were the hot water which took 10 minutes to warm up each day and the WiFi connection was unreliableHost:
folksThey take care of their guestTeresaBefore arrival the owners provided detailed checkin information and contact info Propertyowners provided all information about unit very fast and answered all questions very close to west jefferson and very easy to get to condition of unit was clean and fireplace added a nice t...Brian communicated in a timely manner and gave great instructions on how to access everythingI worked with the propperty mgmt/maint dept andRead more reviewsLocation:
Perfectly beautiful location for a long weekend Loved everythingWe really enjoyed the condo - the rocking chairs overlooking the golf course were just perfect way to de-stress
6. Riverfront home with lovely views (from USD 289)
Welcome to this lovely pet-friendly and riverfront cabin rental in West Jefferson, NC. Spacious enough to accommodate 10 guests at a time, guests who love outdoor activities are simply going to adore this place. Swimming, fishing, and tubing on the New River are only some of the activities patrons can indulge in as the sky is the limit here. The air-conditioned property features many amenities to make your stay comfortable.
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The rest of the river front is over grown and is inaccessibleA chair in any bedroom would have been nice as wellIt was hard getting up the next day to leaveEverything was great televisions could use some updatingThe cons to this property was the stairs which are really steep and need heavier blinds in bedrooms and bathCleanliness:
Very clean when we arrivedThe house is in great condition as well its very clean and well maintainedand you can actually see the top of the fence post in the picture showing the willow tree at waters edge (neighbor's property)Host:
We stayed here for three nights and four days during a stretch of warm sunny summer weather Four-person family (mom dad boys age 3 and 5) plus grandmother two cousins under 10 and one dogIt truly made our 42nd wedding annversary Just a suggestion the house does need a new coffee maker and more adult size forks very minorCould have had some more cooking and baking dishes Needswell We hope to come back soon(not sure if it's the property owner or not) that the idea of being in a private setting goes away with the activity within the home and the golf course next doorRead more reviewsLocation:
The river access for this cabin is a section about 20 feet wide in the corner of propertybut there is a permanent resident located about 30 feet from this cabin which was not show Pictures also show grassy river frontage and open area with lots of river access but those are pictures ...There is a second cabin located on the property and it is definitely more privateIf privacy and proximity to other residents are of no concern for you then this is otherwise a good little cabinThe cabin is a comfortable no-frills type of place Convenient to gas & grocery but on a quiet dirt road
7. Well-kept brick home (from USD 125)
This well-kept home is spotless and outstandingly clean and is located in the historic downtown of West Jefferson. It is located within close proximity of Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and the Pisgah National Forest. The home can accommodate up to four guests and is ideal for those who want to explore both the area’s nature and downtown. It has a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furniture, and a tasteful interior furnished with new appliances and fixtures. Essential toiletries, fresh linens, beddings, and clean towels are also provided. Thoughtful touches like coffee and some books on the neighborhood’s history are also available to guests.
8. Wonderful stay at Greta's Getaway (from USD 201)
The comfy and well-decorated townhouse is spacious enough to accommodate nine guests simultaneously and features four furnished bedrooms. Wake up to the soothing sound of the New River every morning and enjoy some mesmerizing vistas of the mountains. The accommodation is about 45 minutes from the ski resorts. Some key amenities of this pet-friendly home include parking space, fireplace, and Wi-Fi access, TV with cable/satellite channels, washer/dryer, and air conditioning.
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Very comfortable beds and furnitureoh the irony - and the beautiful Christmas tree farms that dot the landscape all aroundThe only downside to staying there was that the people in the neighboring town home took up a lot of the parking spaceThe beds are comfortable the bath linens are plush and the kitchen lacks nothingAnd the scenery is outstandingHost:
they even blocked our garage driveWe would have loved some additional TV channels so we could have watched more footballwell kept sunny inviting and peacefulso I can't help with dinner recommendationsSo anyone staying needs to be mindful of others because we would not have been able to park both cars during this tripRead more reviewsLocation:
drive away Lots of great restaurants and shops thereThere is plenty of site seeing in the area within a short distanceit is a short distance to stores and interesting shops for your needs and pleasureYou are just minutes (<12 minutes) fromit only took me minutes to get to them
9. Charming downtown cottage (from USD 132)
This wonderful, pet-friendly home in West Jefferson has two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. It is located in a convenient location and is within a short stroll to the downtown area. Ideal for a party of four, this home is great for a small family or friends looking to explore the area. The cottage is also refurbished quite recently, and guests can have restful sleep in a king-size bed and another full-size bed. With each bathroom having fresh towels and essential toiletries, you won’t have to worry if you forget to bring your own. Guests also have access to a quaint, comfortable living area with a cozy fireplace, a fully equipped, modern kitchen and outdoor grill, as well as a spacious dining area.
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the kitchen was the perfect size to cook in and having a washer and dryer was greatthere was plenty of space was very comfortable and super convenient to downtown west jeffersonCleanliness:
very clean and nicely furnishedoverall the property was decent and clean with a few small exceptions notably smell and towels that were stainedvery clean and well locatedloved the home very clean and up to datethe property is clean and close to townHost:
so relaxing and friendly townRead more reviewsLocation:
best of all very close to downtown areagreat location walked to dinner and townwe also loved being within walking distance from almost everythingwonderful place…unfortunately the weather was rainy and we couldn’t walk around…the house is still very convenient to downtownfound jefferson a very quaint and friendly place
10. Quaint studio apartment near downtown
Walnut Hill II is a charming studio apartment perfect for two guests. With beautifully decorated interiors, comfortable furniture, and plush beddings, the home is the ideal “home away from home” for those looking for a spot near downtown West Jefferson. Guests also have access to superb amenities like free WiFi, on-site parking, a full kitchen, and centralized air-conditioning and heating. With its ideal location in a quiet neighborhood, yet just a walking distance to the downtown area, you can easily visit the historical attractions, shops, and restaurants in the area.
West Jefferson, North Carolina, United StatesTop guest reviews
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beyond that it’s just a nice and comfortable little placeCleanliness:
very clean and nicely decoratedfantastic place clean well decorated and convenient to downtowni highly recommend staying at this beautiful well-appointed and very clean studio apartmentclean and the kitchen had everything we needed to cookthe place was spotless well-equipped and super organizedHost:
rex were also wonderful hoststhe hosts have done such a wonderful job with this placepatty and rex are awesome hostspatty and rex are awesome hostthey are super responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful mountain getaway close to everything you need in towntheir house is walking to distance to some of our favorite stores in downtown west jeffersoneasy short walk to downtown west jeffersonvery nice studio apartment near town a short walk over the hill to restraints in west jeffersonwe enjoyed our stay a great deal the location was very good for west jefferson activities
11. Stylish suite in the heart of downtown
This sought-after home is simply beautiful, stylish, and inviting with an amazing view. Guests have access to free on-site parking and amenities like a fully stocked kitchen, a clean bathroom with a shower, as well as a comfortable king-sized bed. Its well-designed interiors are complemented with up-to-date appliances like a washer and dryer and chic furniture. Located near downtown, a number of shops and restaurants are within walking distance. It is also only a short drive to hiking spots and the river bank.
West Jefferson, North Carolina, United StatesSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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the space is well designed the kitchen well stocked and the furnishings very comfortable including the bedthis apartment is gorgeous and exceptionally comfortable (couch and bed in particular)the mattress and bedding were very fresh and comfy and bathroom was amazingmight just be the most comfortable bed i ever slept inbed was super comfyCleanliness:
it is clean stylish and spaciousextremely clean with nice and fragrant linensit is beautifully decorated very clean and comfortablethe condo is always spotless and central all of the charm west jefferson has to offerwe had a nice weekend in west jefferson the loft is clean spacious and comfortableHost:
host offered great instructions and recommendationsthe owners are great about answering any questions you have immediatelyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location everything walking distancegreat downtown location central to dinning and shoppingthe location is right in the middle of a bustling charming shopping and dining districtdefinitely in the heart of west jefferson great locationwe loved the location of the loft - right in the center of town
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