'Lil Red Hen' Cottage in the Boone Area w/ Hot Tub

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West Jefferson Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3.5BA | Stairs Required | 2,400 Sq Ft

Exterior | Spacious Yard | Charcoal Grill

Living Room | Central A/C | Free WiFi | Fireplace | Flat-Screen TV

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

West Jefferson, North Carolina

Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
3 min drive
New River State Park
6 min drive
Mount Jefferson State Park
10 min drive
North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Additional Sleeping (Foyer)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Whether you enjoy gazing at stars while you soak in a hot tub, cozying up next to a fireplace while you watch TV, or preparing your favorite dishes with your favorite people in an open kitchen, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental cottage has it all! Spend your days exploring Cherokee National Forest, shredding the slopes at Appalachian Ski Mountain or taking in the views from Elk Mountain Overlook. Upon returning from your escape to the ‘Lil' Red Hen’, you’ll be relaxed and rejuvenated!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Secluded Retreat | 2,400 Sq Ft

Perfect for a family reunion or holiday getaway, this peaceful West Jefferson property has all the comforts of home with nice open entertainment spaces for the group to spread out.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Foyer: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle

INDOOR LIVING: Air conditioning, jetted bathtub, flat-screen TV, bedroom TV, fireplace
OUTDOOR LIVING: Hot tub, private yard, charcoal grill, deck, fire pit, patio, patio furniture
KITCHEN: Well equipped, blender, coffee maker, cooking basics, Crock-Pot
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, essentials, extended stay, hairdryer, linens/towels, step-free access, washer/dryer, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: South Fork New River (3.2 miles), Elk Mountain Overlook (16.2 miles), EB Jeffress Park - The Cascades Trail (15.1 miles), Appalachian Ski Mountain (28.0 miles), Doughton Recreation Area (31.7 miles), Julian Price Memorial Park (34.2 miles), Cherokee National Forest (36.5 miles), Stone Mountain State Park (41.8 miles)
BOONE (23.4 miles): Appalachian State University, college football games, Tweetsie Railroad, Mystery Hill, trails, parks, gardens, museums, art galleries, shops, restaurants
MORE NEARBY TOWNS: Jefferson (1.8 miles), West Jefferson (2.6 miles), Wilkesboro (27.8 miles), North Wilkesboro (28.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Tri-Cities Airport (94.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with fee
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may occur
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets 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 first aid kit

About the area

West Jefferson

Located in West Jefferson, this cottage is in the mountains. Museum of Ashe County History and Horn in the West are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mountain Aire Golf Club and Rhododendron Trail. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex or Kidd Brewer Stadium. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.

West Jefferson, North Carolina

What's nearby

Ashe Lake - 7 min drive
Mountain Aire Golf Club - 9 min drive
Elk Shoals - 9 min drive
Jefferson Landing - 10 min drive
Mount Jefferson State Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Hardee's - ‬7 min drive
‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬5 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Lil Red Hen' Cottage in the Boone Area w/ Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Lil Red Hen' Cottage in the Boone Area w/ Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Lil Red Hen' Cottage in the Boone Area w/ Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Lil Red Hen' Cottage in the Boone Area w/ Hot Tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Saint Mary's Episcopal Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ashe Lake and New River State Park. Elk Shoals and Mountain Aire Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Mark P.

14 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Location

Little Red Hen

- AC units in neither of the downstairs bedrooms worked properly - No indication that the property was so close to a major highway, in fact the pictures gave the feeling of being more out in the country - The hot-tub had dead leaves on the bottom. Not sure if they were left from the previous tenants or someone local had used it.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

12 Apr 2024

Wonderful Place to Stay with Family!

This was our 2nd time staying here and we just absolutely love it! Gives our family that time to relax and reset. There's a place for all to have their own space but also have family time as well.

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

30 Oct 2023

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

Very good host

Responded my questions instantly We had nice stay. Like to go there again

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

12 July 2023

Peaceful Retreat

Had an absolutely wonderful stay, home was clean and quaint with a peaceful setting. So much room and the rooms were perfect and 3.5 baths was a blessing! Walmart, Starbucks, and gas stations right up the road without any feeling of being in town. Loved drinking coffee on the porch in the morning and finishing the day with a dip in the hot tub at night. We brought our dogs as well and they loved playing in the creek and exploring with us. Would definitely stay again!!

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6/10 Okay

Michele

28 Dec 2022

Lots of Potential

Charming old farm house that is decorated nicely with a warm homey feeling. This home has no Mountain View, but does sit along a creek. If you don’t mind a view of the highway and wind blown trash along the creek. The hot tub was not working correctly, it had piles of dirt inside. The owner did send a repair man out, but it still had dirt in it the next day. A new cleaning crew is advised, dirty floors, bedding with dog hair, and dusty decor. The home has one working shower otherwise baths with hand held shower heads. The heating systems are challenging. Lighting the two old gas fireplaces were dangerous and difficult. We never did get one of the fireplaces working. This home has a lot of potential, but pricey for what you get. A big plus was its proximity to West Jefferson’s cute downtown and the local grocery store.

6/10 Okay

John B.

16 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Cute but dirty

This is a very quaint, old house in need of a new cleaning crew. Vacuumed up several critters, dust bunnies and cobwebs myself, before I could put kids to bed. Table top, fans and window AC units were filthy. Both the owners and management company were aware of our cleanliness complaint, but chose to ignore it and stand by their cleaning company instead. Just because they had time stamps from when they cleaned the house does not mean they cleaned the house well! Owners would do themselves a favor by walking through...one look at the walls and ceilings, and they wouldn't be able to miss the dust. Grounds were beautiful and kids loved exploring outside. 4 bathrooms but only 1 stand-up shower. More like camping than vrbo-ing.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

29 Mar 2022

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

Cozy home

The house was cozy and had a unique charm. We really enjoyed staying here and being close to the quaint town of West Jefferson.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Gerry S.

3 Jan 2022

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location was great lots to do in the area

The pictures advertised were deceiving The living room was very small. The chairs in living room needs to be updated, the stove needs to be updated, all the bed mattresses need to be updated, all the beds very uncomfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery S.

30 Aug 2021

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

Beautiful place.

Wonderful place for a family retreat! We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Shannon W.

4 Apr 2021

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

Excellent location with charming house

We stayed for a quick weekend getaway and celebration of my youngest’s thirteenth birthday. We had my parents, my husband and I, and three kids ages 17, 17, and 13. We loved the town and area. The house was charming for sure and would be lovely for when the weather allows for spending time outside. The house is not great for those with mobility issues as the stairs outside don’t have railings and the bathrooms require stepping into high tubs and using a handheld shower upstairs. The beds upstairs were pretty hard. And it took a while to get the house warmed up thanks to the unexpected cold snap. But once we found all the thermostats and figured out how to turn on the fireplace, it eventually warmed up. Great place for young families.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob T., Indian Trail, NC 28079

21 Mar 2021

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

Wonderful House

It was a wonderful house in a wonderful location. A good time was had by all.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

17 Jan 2021

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

NYE

I stayed here for a holiday. The property was just as mentioned. There was a minor issue during check- in due to a communication issue, but the property owner did a fantastic job resolving any concern that I had. We had a great stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

7 Sept 2020

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

Awesome Place to Unwind

Took our son to tour App State and stayed here for the weekend. Great place to stay and unwind from busy world. Sitting on the porch listening to the creek roll by, relaxing in the hot tub, roasting s’mores at night, catching trout in the creek, or just hiking make this the perfect place. The only problem we had was not wanting to leave. We will definitely be back for a longer stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Jackson O.

3 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weigh the Pros and Cons

Our overall weekend was great and our experience at the property itself was okay, but it came with a few pros and cons that we think are important to know: PROS: -The hot tub was awesome and felt very new. -The house is full of character and the owners clearly put a lot of time and effort to make it cozy/comfortable -The fire pit -There was a lot of space indoor and outside. We were a group of 2 couples and 2 children, and there was more than enough space. We could have had another family join us and still wouldn't have felt cramped. -The beds were comfortable -The house was well-stocked with kitchenware -The washer and dryer (also very new) were nice given that we did a lot of hiking -Close to grocery stores and places to eat -Not a bad distance from Boone, Blowing Rock, the Blue Ridge Parkway, etc. CONS: -The house was cold. Granted, we visited on a cold weekend in the winter, but the house is very old and difficult to heat. The owners did a lot to help (there are space heaters or gas heaters in most spaces), but staying warm was still a challenge at times. We were unprepared for this and would have brought slippers, long sleeves, hoodies, and sweatpants for loungewear had we known. -The house was old, which the owners are very upfront about. It's not a good rental if you're looking for a more modern feel. Creaky floors, some doorknobs that didn't work and therefore doors couldn't shut tightly, etc. -Not great for views. It overlooks a stream, which is nice, but it also looks right out onto a busy highway, a couple of businesses off that highway, and power lines. Overall it wasn't a bad weekend at all. We had a great time, but we recommend you weigh the pros and cons before booking.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

nancy g., greenville, nc

16 Dec 2019

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

Really nice stay

The house was great! It was perfect for our family of four adults and four children. The kitchen is large and well equipped. The kids enjoyed running around the property and exploring the old barns. Most of all they loved the hot tub. And of course our two dogs loved their freedom to roam. We had a wonderful visit!!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

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8/10 Good

nancy g., greenville, nc

7 Dec 2019

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

great time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of eight stayed at the Lil Red Hen.The house was great with plenty of space and a nice big kitchen. It is very close to Engles grocery store and the super cute town of West Jefferson. Very nice trip!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

3 Oct 2019

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

Beautifully secluded location yet minutes away from adventures.

My family really enjoyed the features our rental offered. We enjoyed evenings around the fire pit as well as the hot tub. Rocking on the front porch and relaxing with all my family.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

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6/10 Okay

Leslie S., Melbourne FL

10 July 2019

Rustic Farm House

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 12, 6 adults and 6 children stayed in this rustic country house over the July 4th weekend. This property was available 2 weeks prior to our stay and thankfully there was plenty of room for all of us. It was wonderful sitting out on the porch in the evenings, once the children were in bed, and watched the lightning bugs in the fields and enjoying the peace of the night. This home is quite old and could use some restoring but its charm makes up for the creeks of the floorboards and the old wood smell. It is very close to West Jefferson which has shopping, and restaurants and is also close to canoeing and kayaking on the New River. One word of warning, if you are sensitive to musty smell you might want to think twice. The children had a wonderful time playing in the stream. Although we never used the hot tub, it looked very clean. There are 2 wall units AC upstairs that kept that area cool and downstairs it was cool enough at night. There are fans available if needed.

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10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

22 Feb 2019

Lil' Red Hen is a fantastic getaway

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 Lil' Red Hen is a cute restored farmhouse located just down the road from downtown West Jefferson and close to a number of hiking spots. The place has tons of room with 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The house itself featured a number of nice touches for a family including baby gates for the stairs and a wide selection of games. Weather permitting (we visited during the winter), there is a top notch porch sitting opportunity with Beaver Creek flowing by just in front of the house. It has everything you need for your family (including your DOGS!) to enjoy your stay. The town itself is very cute and has a number of nice restaurants (we esp enjoyed Boondocks & Sweet and Savory), very nice downtown movie theater (great prices and comfortable seats), a number of unique shops, and multiple hiking options nearby (Cascades Trail was beautiful and good for kids). We would definitely recommend the town and the Lil' Red Hen for your getaway into the mountains.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

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8/10 Good

Rachel T.

26 Dec 2018

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Everything was wonderful except the fireplace was not working properly. It is a beautiful property and the hot tub is great!

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10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

1 Nov 2018

Let’s do it again

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: We took the whole family, like me they didn’t want to leave. It is secluded some what but convenient to to shops and other attractions. Will be back next year.

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10/10 Excellent

James P.

11 Oct 2018

best short vacation

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Debbie G., Goldsboro, Garner, New Bern, Raleigh

13 Aug 2018

This Tops Them All

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: Our family of 12 stayed and there was plenty of room for us all. Even though it rained 3 days with a break here and there we found plenty to do. The creek was never without the kids. It did rise one morning and we took turns floating down it on a raft. Small fish were caught. The canopy of old trees protected the fire pit. Under the day beds are pull out mattresses. The kitchen table has a leaf and 2 extra chairs. It does have 4 window air units but it stayed cool. Be careful going into some rooms either stepping up or down but it is an old house. Also the steps going down from the hot tub deck when wet are slippery. The bridge in the photos is your bridge to cross the creek to the house. Highway is not a problem. We took family pictures and the barns are great. WiFi and TV work good. You’re 4 minutes from Walmart if you need anything. Can’t wait to go back. Awesome vacation. Thank you for offering your house. We’ll be back.

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10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

28 June 2018

A little peace of heaven...

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: Absolutely love the location! Close to West Jefferson but off the highway. Love the creek out front of the farmhouse and the sounds of the running water when relaxing on the porch. Our children didn't want to leave the property. They tubed in the creek, caught crawdads and little fish and enjoyed wading in the cool water! They loved the layout of the farmhouse! The yard was beautiful with the flowers in bloom! The hot tub was a wonderful addition since our last visit. Once again,we enjoyed our stay and look forward to a return visit! The only things I would like to see changed would be a rocker/recliner or two in the living room instead of the two chairs. A hummingbird feeder on the porch would be a nice touch because we saw a couple of hummingbirds by the walkway in the flowers. The wifi goes out if you move around inside the house or walk on the porch. This may be caused by the positioning of the dish outside if that is the source of the wifi. We didn't have this problem when were there in January.

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10/10 Excellent

Elsie B.

1 June 2018

Lil' Red Hen

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Loved staying at the Lil' Red Hen. Definitely will be back!