Escape to "The Ponderosa," an expansive 4-bedroom luxury lodge nestled on 75 private acres of pristine Blue Ridge countryside. Perfectly blending rustic mountain charm with modern upscale amenities, this secluded sanctuary offers immediate access to outdoor adventure, quiet nature trails, and unmatched relaxation—all just 5 minutes from downtown Jefferson.
Highlights You’ll Love
75 Private Acres: Private hiking trails, mountain views, a hidden creek, and a cascading waterfall that feeds into an on-site Koi pond.
Ultimate Outdoor Living: Relax in the bubbling hot tub inside a screened-in porch or unwind on the second screened patio while listening to the soothing sounds of the waterfall.
Dual Master Suites: Two luxurious king suites equipped with over-sized whirlpool tub/Jacuzzis and separate walk-in showers.
Prime Location: Less than 1 mile from New River State Park (Wagoner Access) for tubing, canoeing, and fishing, and 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Family & Group Ready: Sleeps 10 across 4 bedrooms, featuring a lower-level family room with a movie setup, wet bar, and game space.
The Space
Main Living Area & Kitchen
Step inside to an airy, open-concept great room complete with soaring ceilings, a cozy stone gas fireplace, and plush leather seating. The chef’s kitchen comes fully equipped with granite countertops, a wine bar, a large pantry, and everything needed to feed a group. Enjoy group meals at the dining table with floor-to-ceiling views of the cascading waterfall outside.
Luxurious Sleeping Quarters
Master Suite 1: Comfy King bed, panoramic mountain views, expansive walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath featuring a massive whirlpool tub and step-in shower.
Master Suite 2: King bed with a cozy bay window reading nook, plus a private ensuite bath with a Jacuzzi tub and step-in shower.
Bedrooms 3 & 4: Thoughtfully furnished rooms with plush Queen beds that share a full hall bath.
Bonus Bunk Area: Downstairs half-bath and a set of Twin bunk beds—ideal for kids or additional guests.
Lower-Level Entertainment Hub
Head downstairs to the spacious second living area designed for movie nights and downtime. Features a large flat-screen TV, sectional sofa, wet bar, and mini-fridge for keeping drinks and snacks cold.
Outdoor Oasis & Location
Explore 75 private acres featuring gentle hiking paths leading down to a hidden creek. After a day on the river or slope, soak in the covered hot tub while listening to the natural waterfall nearby.
New River State Park (Wagoner Access): 0.7 miles (2-min drive)
Downtown Jefferson & Dining: 5 miles (10-min drive)
Blue Ridge Parkway: ~10 minutes
Ski Resorts (Appalachian, Sugar, Beech): 40–50 minutes
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
