Entire cabin

Rudy Cabin

Nestled under a pine forest, Camp KaRuGa offers tiny cabins and creek side campsites with picnic tables and fire pits. Enjoy hot showers, electricity, and charging stations at one of the 2 fully equipped shower houses. Explore nearby hiking trails or take in the charm of downtown Ashe County’s small-town feel.

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Parking available
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rudy 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. Camping cots or air mattresses are highly recommended. 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

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Porch/lanai

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains
On a river

Things to do

Kayak

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

Garden

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

Rules

Please read rental agreement thoroughly

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50

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

West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

Appalachian State University - 27 min drive - 30.7 km
Kidd Brewer Stadium - 28 min drive - 31.1 km
Boone Golf Club - 28 min drive - 31.9 km
Tweetsie Railroad - 32 min drive - 35.5 km
Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 32 min drive - 34.5 km

Restaurants

‪Lassen Lodge at Ashe Lake - ‬13 min drive
‪Park Vista Inn & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪Roadie’s Parkway Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
‪Paradise Mountain Escapes Cabins - ‬13 min drive
‪Blue Ridge Dinner Theater - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rudy Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rudy Cabin?

As of Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rudy Cabin on Aug 23, 2025 start from CA $87.4, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Rudy Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rudy Cabin?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Rudy 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.