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Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa

Experience mountain tranquility, where cozy evenings by the fireplace meet scenic views and soothing waterfalls.

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Indoor spa tub
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10335 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa

"The Ponderosa" - Jefferson, NC

From the moment you drive up to this luxurious mountain home you are sure to get the feeling of being on "The Ponderosa.”
Privately located in a quiet setting yet only 5 minutes to Jefferson it's the perfect escape from the busy world we live in.

The warm and inviting open great room offers cable TV, a stone fireplace with gas logs, and the upscale leather furniture welcomes you with a cozy, relaxing feeling.

A well-appointed kitchen with granite counters and wine bar is sure to please even the most discerning chefs in the family. A large pantry and laundry area is just off of the kitchen. Enjoy a family meal at the dining table while enjoying the sounds and view of the cascading waterfall outside.

Pure Indulgence features two master suites, one on each side of the cabin. The first is a spacious master suite with a comfy king bed, expansive windows that offers mountain views, and a bath with double vanities, an over-sized whirlpool tub for soaking your cares away, as well as a separate step-in shower. A large walk-in closet is great for storing clothing.

The second master suite also has a king bed and a bay window perfect for curling up with a good book! The private bath is outfitted with double vanities, another large Jacuzzi-whirlpool tub for relaxation, and a step-in shower as well.

The additional two bedrooms on the main level share a hall bath with a tub and shower combo. Each bedroom features a queen bed with elegant bedding and views of the mountains.

Downstairs, you will find an open family room with flat screen TV and sectional sofa - great for movie night with the family! This level also features a wet bar with small refrigerator for storing drinks and snacks. A set of twin bunk beds are also available for additional sleeping along with another half bath.

Out back, relax in the bubbling hot tub in the screened-in porch as you listen to the cascading waterfall that flows down to the Koi Pond. Another screened area offers seating for those just wanting to enjoy the sounds of nature.

You’re sure to want to take a stroll and enjoy the 75 acres that surround this property. Easy hiking and mountain views abound. Be sure to hike down to the hidden creek just at the edge of the property.

Located less than 2 miles from the New River (and a canoe rental company), and only 5 miles from Jefferson, this is the perfect vacation rental for those wanting to dine out, explore the area, fish or canoe the river. And the Blue Ridge Parkway is approximately a 10-minute drive. The New River State Park - Wagoner Access is 0.7 miles away. Bring your own canoe or tubes and head down for a fun day on the river. There is also picnic tables and grills provided as well at the New River State Park. So, call the family and plan your next vacation to the mountains today!

For some winter fun, head to one of our three most popular ski resorts: Appalachian Ski Mtn, Sugar Mtn, or Beech Mtn.

The Ponderosa 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

Property manager

Reservations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3611 sq ft (335 sq m)

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 and a deadbolt lock
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

2016-180884
Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Jefferson, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • New River State Park - 2 min drive
  • Jefferson Landing - 14 min drive
  • Ashe Lake - 15 min drive
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 20 min drive
  • New River - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 1.3 mi (2 km) from New River State Park and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Jefferson Landing. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and Museum of Ashe County History are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Cozy Up in the Carolina Mtns–Your Perfect Winter Escape Awaits @ ThePonderosa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long July 4th weekend
Very nice property with a wonderful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne R.

Our Stay at Ponderosa
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: Wonderful!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Another Outstanding Stay at the Ponderosa
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: The Ponderosa has everything anyone could need for an enjoyable vacation. The home is well stocked and well maintained. The staff at Carolina Mountain Properties is always friendly and helpful. We will continue to return year after year

10/10 Excellent

Dianne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Housing for wedding party more like a little piece of heaven
We book lots of homes, this was hands down one of the best. Check in and office communication was second to none. We will definitely book again. The house is perfect for all ages, kitchen well stocked for everything we need. Beautiful and peaceful. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Outstanding As Always
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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had already booked the Ponderosa before Hurricane Helene, so we decided to turn this vacation into a work trip. We were able to go out and help several people with tree work, while staying at the Ponderosa. Everything at the property was excellent, as usual. We will return to the Ponderosa again and again. West Jefferson is open for business and we encourage anyone contemplating a trip to come to the Ponderosa and patronize the local businesses.
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8/10 Good

Lindsey H.

Nice get-a-way
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a nice get-a-way with our family. Location very close to park. Saw lots of wildlife (including a small snake downstairs). House was very nice and in a nice location. LOVED the koi pond out back. Huge screened in back patio with hot tub also a big hit.Dishwasher didn't seem to drain properly. And balls were missing from pool table. But overall it was a great place to spend time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Ponderosa-Beautiful Mountain Home
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: The Ponderosa was such a nice place to stay! We will rent this place again!! We were so pleased! So much room and amenities!! Thank you Missy w/Carolina Mountain Properties for finding us such a great place! This is our 4th time using Carolina Mountain Properties and will be using them again
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8/10 Good

NANCYE G.

Bittersweet
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 3rd year renting the ponderosa. We enjoy the property so much but would like to see some repairs. Sending out concerns to the Rental company.

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation!
The property is beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing. Our multi-generation family had plenty of room to spread out. We enjoyed the hot tub, koi pond, and wildlife viewing. Despite severe rainstorms, were able to explore the trails and creek and floated the river. Having the access point nearby worked out well. We cooked alot and noted the kitchen could have a few more basic items, spices, and larger coffee mugs. But overall it was wonderful. The kids room is definitely for small children. The bunk beds were small but the sectional couch was comfortable for our teens. Movie selection was only for children and no DVD upstairs, so remember your streaming account login info. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousin wedding in West Jefferson
We spent two nights for our cousin’s wedding nearby and the accommodations were lovely! Plenty of room to accommodate 10 adults. Beds were comfy and setting was beautiful with terrific leaf 🍁 peeping views of the mountains. Hot tub was great - only 2 of us tried it. Only two issues - house didn’t have a hairdryer and our two allowed trash bags couldn’t fit in the bins because the cans were full from the previous renter. The game room was great for one aunt on a Walker because lower level garage lead into the room without a step. Driveway might be tough in the winter snow months.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Erin J.

Great time with a super small hiccup
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: My family rented this property we had a great time and the house was in great condition except there was a leak from one of the bathrooms while we were there. The management company had someone come out quickly but we could not take baths in that bathroom for the remainder of our time. Because the handyman could not do a complete fix while we were present. Besides this issue we would still definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda N.

Beautiful House and Location
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: My family all enjoyed this property. The house is very spacious and was very clean. The lower level had plenty of games and very nice well-appointed kitchen. Beds were very comfortable. Overall excellent property for all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

NANCYE G.

Great location
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: We enjoyed our stay. This is our second time we have stayed here. Overall good home but handyman needs to pay a visit for quite a few little things that would make the stay even better.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynette N.

Ces' celebration
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 the perfect place for our celebration. Our dear friend passed away and we and 3 of our friends shared the house. It was a perfect place for reflection, taking walks, and CELEBRATING our friend's life.

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
We had a great time. There were 8 of us and it worked out perfect. Hope to go back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

You can't go wrong with this rental.
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: The Ponderosa was great. It had more than enough room for everyone to spread out. The kids love the basement with the kids toys and the pool/air hockey table. We walked the trail around the property and let the boys play outside. This rental checked all the boxes for me and my family. We will definitely rent again.

10/10 Excellent

Virginia I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Vacation
We had a great time ! Explored the mountains a little enjoyed the pool table and hot tub The house was amazing and clean and we left it clean when we checked out thank you for having us
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

TERESA & ROBERT S., Plantation, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing mountain home
Wonderful relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

robin d.

Great 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: Great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Brenda A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The fridge needed fixing! The bowl was broken & the floor was dirty!
The frig. Isn’t working right & our stuff in the freezer spoiled. The bottled water never got cold, & the ones in the freezer never froze. We lost 2 packs of chicken that spoiled & we had to throw them away! That’s $15 wasted! You need to do something about that Frig. cause it had a fish smell & everything else that was opened had that smell, so we had to throw away a lot of food (Ex. bag of salad, cheese, jello, sausage, etc.) The floors were dirty with trash on it, & we tried to vacuum, but the vacuum didn’t pick up all of it. It’s ok, if the fridge was fixed! Anything we cooked, if you put leftovers in the fridge, it smelled like fish, & we had to throw it away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

Family Mt. Weekend
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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 very nice. We did a lot of cooking for our family and could have used more items in the kitchen. Other than that everything was great!

10/10 Excellent

Mark C., Goldsboro, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding property
This is an outstanding rental property. The setting is beautiful and the proximity to Jefferson/West Jefferson is very convenient. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Super Nice!
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: Very comfortable stay for everyone that came to our friend's wedding.
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8/10 Good

Kathleen R.

Beautiful spot!
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Beautiful location near town. Combo lock on door didn’t work but was able to get in within 30 minutes of arrival with help of several office staff. Would be helpful to have outside stairs lit at night, lamppost not working. Screened in porch overlooking creek and pond was so peaceful and my granddaughter loved the koi fish! Exit instructions allow 1 load of laundry done by cleaning staff, additional to be done by customer or you will be charged. Washing linens for 4 beds plus towels cannot be done in 1 load, and to request it done before checkout the day of departure is unreasonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Debbie G.

Goulet Family Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time, however the house was not cleaned very well. We have stayed in the past and it was immaculate, but not this time.