West Jefferson Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Local business is a huge part of the Appalachia economy. In Ashe County, and surrounding areas, Ashe County Cheese is a big hit. It provides employment. These cows were built and installed by the local high school welding class. #appalachianechoes
Beautiful day in West Jefferson at the Ashe County Cheese Factory. The cow sculptures were built and installed by the local high school welding class.
This is a shot that I took about a month ago on a plot of land that belongs to a family friend. A defining part of the picture besides the two animals shown is the rolling mountain side in the background which would be the first identifier that that picture could reflect Appalachia. The characteristic that drew me to this picture is the relationship between animals and the kind of curiosity that both of them share. This somewhat resembled a clashing of two worlds, kind of like what happened when the Appalachian mountain range was a sort of 'New Frontier'. #appalachianechoes

Where to stay in West Jefferson

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Buck Mountain

While Buck Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Ashe County Cheese Store and Mountain Aire Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Buck Mountain
Local business is a huge part of the Appalachia economy. In Ashe County, and surrounding areas, Ashe County Cheese is a big hit. It provides employment. These cows were built and installed by the local high school welding class. #appalachianechoes

Downtown West Jefferson

When in Downtown West Jefferson, you can plan a visit to Ashe County Cheese Store and Museum of Ashe County History, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown West Jefferson
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

3 out of 5
165 Highway 105 Extension Boone NC
The price is ₹8,559 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹8,559
₹9,650 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and wired Internet (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
This is a really nice budget-friendly option. I stayed for nearly a week while in town for work. My room was clean, staff were friendly and the breakfast was above average. However, the pillows were unusually uncomfortable: far too thin for comfort, and yet, too thick to double up. I ended up folding ...

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South Boone NC
The price is ₹10,794 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
₹10,794
₹12,171 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,317 reviews)
We love Graystone Lodge! We stay here every time we visit Appalachian State University!!!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Rhode's Motor Lodge

Rhode's Motor Lodge

2 out of 5
1377 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC
The price is ₹8,543 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
₹8,543
₹9,632 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (740 reviews)
Nicely renovated mid century motel. Very comfortable room and great onsite restaurant.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Rhode's Motor Lodge
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Swiss Mountain Village

Swiss Mountain Village

3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd Blowing Rock NC
Stay at this cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Moses Cone Manor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
Cute place but you can hear traffic on the second floor unit all night making it hard to sleep and had a terrible sprint mattress.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Swiss Mountain Village
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln Banner Elk NC
Stay at this cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Beech Mountain Resort and Alta Vista Gallery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Veey clean and cozy! Love the cabin, I rated 4 stars as the check in instructions and website should be updated for off season. Our intro text talked about farm animals and then ended with "no animals at this time", same with the dinner Resturant, told to make reservations but then concludes with ...

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Heritage Hill Cabins
Chetola Premier Condominiums

Chetola Premier Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
185 Chetola Lake Drive Blowing Rock NC
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Blowing Rock. Enjoy a full-service spa, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Benson ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
I called the front desk as soon as I booked the condo on Expedia and the front desk lady promised to put us in a condo close to the amenities but as soon as we came to check in they gave us a condo unit that wasn’t that close like originally promised over the phone. It was old and outdated and we ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Chetola Premier Condominiums
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Popular places to visit

A man swinging a golf club

Mountain Aire Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in West Jefferson at Mountain Aire Golf Club. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Mountain Aire Golf Club
Kilcoy Anglican Church of St. Mary

Saint Mary's Episcopal Church

After visiting Saint Mary's Episcopal Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Jefferson. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Saint Mary's Episcopal Church

Ashe Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ashe Lake during your travels in West Jefferson. Discover the mountain views and shops in this family-friendly area.

Ashe Lake

Ashe County Cheese Store

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Ashe County Cheese Store during your visit to West Jefferson.

Ashe County Cheese Store

Elk Shoals

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Elk Shoals during your trip to West Jefferson? Discover the mountain views and shops in this family-friendly area.

Elk Shoals

Five Ridge Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Five Ridge Theatre during your trip to West Jefferson. Discover the mountain views and shops in this family-friendly area.

Five Ridge Theatre

Cities near West Jefferson

Mother and daughter standing outside wooden cabin

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