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Gavin Cabin

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5.0 out of 10

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4120 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Gavin Cabin

WE ARE OPEN SPRING TO FALL

Nestled under a pine forest, Camp KaRuGa is a campground with tiny cabins and tent sites located 1 mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway and the New River. Beautiful creek side campsites and primitive cabins each with its own picnic table and fire pit with cooking grill.

Camp Karuga offers 2 fully equipped shower houses with hot/cold water, electricity and charging stations. The "Family" bath house is also hanidicap accessible.

The tiny cabins accommodate 2 adults and 2 children maximum occupancy. The cabins have an 8ft carpeted sleeping loft. The Gavin cabin also comes with a twin sized pullout loveseat. Please bring everything you need for a amazing camping experience. Each cabin is generously spaced from the others for a pleasant heir of privacy. Tent sites are also spaced apart with your privacy in mind.

Ashe County is offers something for everyone. Beautiful hiking trails are as close or as far as you want to drive to get there. Downtown offers an experience in walking back in time with a small town feel that is unmatched. Delicious eating experiences are available from country cooking to fine dining.

Camp Karuga is also perfectly situated for traveling to Boone, Blowing Rock or Banner Elk without the exhaustion of a long drive. There is so many wonderful experiences around Camp Karuga that it will be hard to choose from.

At Camp Karuga, you can be as active as you want, or just kick back and enjoy the view while your ears relax to the sound of our beautiful creek. Either way, you will leave a healthier, happier person and we are sure you'll want to come back. When you stay at Camp Karuga, we will make sure of it!
NEW for 2023!!
We now offer kayak float trips on the New River! Additional fees apply.

Property manager

Katherine J Goodale

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 120 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the area

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West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Ashe Lake - 14 min drive
  • Appalachian State University - 26 min drive
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 32 min drive
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 36 min drive
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lassen Lodge at Ashe Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Park Vista Inn & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Diner's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Dinner Theater - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gavin Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gavin Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gavin Cabin?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Gavin Cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, New River State Park, and Ashe Lake. Elk Shoals is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.

Gavin Cabin Reviews

Reviews

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Phyllis L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Happy
We arrived and found out that Gavin Cabin had no electricity and no running water. In order to use the bathroom you had to go to a community one. I did not read anything telling me that it was a primitive cabin. We were not very happy when we had to find another place to stay for the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gavin Cabin
We had a great time. This rustic cabin is in a very quiet location and we could hear the nearby creek running which added to the charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022