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The Great Escape

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A cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a high ceiling.
A covered porch with a stone fireplace, two white Adirondack chairs, and a table with a floral arrangement.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a large TV.
A cozy cabin-style kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a stove, and bar stools.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a window, and a rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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West Jefferson, NC
  • Place, Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Ashe County History
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashe County Cheese Store
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

The Great Escape

Nestled at the foot of Mt Jefferson, this 3 bedroom 2 bath home is a perfect blend of serenity and convenience. With close access to charming West Jefferson and Jefferson, guests have many dining and shopping options just minutes away. A perfect getaway cabin that's also great for family and furry friends. Centrally located from hiking, breweries, golf, and a quick trip to Boone and Blowing Rock, the Great Escape is an excellent jumping off spot for day trips and lots of fun nearby.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs Only (at this time we can only allow dogs)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2801900vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

West Jefferson

Located in West Jefferson, this cabin is in the mountains. Mountain Aire Golf Club and Jefferson Landing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Jefferson State Park and New River State Park. Tweetsie Railroad and Turchin Center for the Visual Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Saint Mary's Episcopal Church - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Museum of Ashe County History - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Rhododendron Trail - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ashe County Cheese Store - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mount Jefferson State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of West Jefferson - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lassen Lodge at Ashe Lake - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hillbilly Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Great Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Great Escape located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mount Jefferson State Park, Ashe County Cheese Store and Saint Mary's Episcopal Church. Museum of Ashe County History is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well maintained and location was private yet convenient to stores and restaurants. We enjoyed the views on the porch and having a gas grill was a plus.Looking forward to staying here again when we’re in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay…thanks for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far the nicest place we’ve stayed when visiting this area. The house was the cleanest we’ve stayed in. The kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable and ample supply of towels in the bathroom. An added bonus was the excellent communication with the host which was the best I’ve experienced. I highly recommend the Great Escape cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as on the website. We felt nestled away in the woods. While it felt secluded, we close to the main street, a grocery store, winery, and West Jefferson State Park. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was one of my favorite places we have stayed! It was very clean and comfortable. We loved it and can’t wait to come back. The location is very convenient to the city but you still feel like you are secluded. Also, we were able to get Door Dash delivery on the night of our arrival so we didn’t have to run back out to get food. We are looking forward to coming back here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this cabin. There is an awesome porch where we enjoyed our morning coffee. There is a gate on the porch which makes it easy to enjoy with your dog.The hill to the cabin is paved and easy to navigate. Great location-we enjoyed hiking at the close by Jefferson state park and enjoyed the nearby downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay near our wedding venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy cabin loved our stay. Great host would stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Great Escape was very clean, cozy and comfortable. We appreciated thoughtful touches like coffee and little snacks in the well stocked kitchen. Very convenient to the town of West Jefferson and Mt Jefferson.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Convenient to downtown W. Jefferson. Really easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was extremely welcoming and made the booking and check in process very simple. The cabin was beautiful and was packed with all of the creature comforts to make it feel like home. The cabin is secluded enough to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee on the wrap around porch but very close to town for restaurant and shopping activities. The gas fireplace, fast wifi, and pet friendly nature of the property make it an easy choice and somewhere we would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great cabin for what we needed

Great cabin with easy access to all Ash County has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway !

Fabulous property in a perfect location for everything we wanted to do in and around West Jefferson. Will definitely be coming back for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. Just as planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Stay

Another fabulous week at the Great Escape for some much needed R&R and relief from the heat & humidity of Raleigh.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place in Jefferson

The place was well located at the foot of Mount Jefferson. We had everything we needed and great access to the mountain parks, historic towns, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Close to everything around West Jefferson. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the outside deck the most on this trip. Thanks for allowing dogs, and for having a gate on the deck so she could hang out there with us safely. Lots of great hiking in the area, we went to Mt. Jefferson twice, as well as Paddy Mountain and New River State Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay.

The home was clean and welcoming. Excellent location to explore West Jefferson. Close to grocery store. Just down the road from Mount Jefferson, where my husband took our dog hiking every day. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay-Very Convenient

Great stay and super convenient to everything. The owners were amazing to work with and have thought of all the details. Everything you’ll need is at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The house was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay. We loved that it was close to all the shops and restaurants. Enjoyed going to the top of Mountain Jefferson State Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

This was a very comfortable and relaxing place to stay for our weekend getaway to the mountains as a family. Our pups were so happy to be able to come along with us. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Escape- really perfect!

Home was in a great location close to town. We even had a little snow which we really liked. Everything was clean and kitchen fully stocked. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

The place was perfect for us. Very comfortable, well-appointed, convenient, and very private. Christina and Devon responded very quickly to the few questions we had; nice people and easy to work with. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, Greg! We look forward to hosting you again. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Experience

The cabin is close to town for any last minute needs as well as near great mountain trails. My daughter loved the hiking. The cabin was spectacular. We will be coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Thank you for staying with us, Anthony. We are so glad you enjoyed your trip and we look forward to hosting you again!

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