Chic Highlands Cabin Retreat w/ Deck + Office!
4.8
Outstanding(20 Reviews)Cabin in Highlands, NC
6 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this cabin rental
Spacious, welcoming, and filled with the comforts of home just 5 minutes from town, this Highlands cabin is the perfect getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains! The 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental boasts an open layout, Smart TVs, and 2 cozy living areas, not to mention the sprawling deck nestled beside the forest. Make the 3-minute trip to the Highlands Nature Center or the Sunset Rock hike, or take a day trip into Asheville to tour the Biltmore and sip some local brews; the choice is yours!
-- THE PROPERTY --
2,500 Sq Ft | Library | Outdoor Seating
Blending cabin charm with modern luxuries, this inviting retreat beckons your family or group of friends to relax between adventures in charming small towns and out in nature!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds
INDOORS: Smart TV, gas fireplace, study w/ desk, open layout
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, 5-person island, 2 dining tables, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, Keurig, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer & dryer, central heat & A/C, cleaning essentials
FAQ: Stairs to access home, 2 bedrooms on main floor
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
HISTORIC HIGHLANDS (~2 miles): Art galleries, shopping, restaurants, public parks, library, performing arts center
ATTRACTIONS: Highlands Nature Center (1.4 miles), Sunset Rock (1.9 miles), Sapphire Valley Ski Resort (15.3 miles), Goats on the Roof (27.2 miles), Stumphouse Tunnel (27.6 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (48.1 miles)
NAT’L FORESTS/PARKS: Sumter National Forest (16.0 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (52.8 miles), Nantahala National Forest (55.3 miles)
WATERFALLS: Sequoyah Falls (4.2 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (4.6 miles), Dry Falls (5.4 miles), Quarry Falls (8.7 miles), Cullasaja Falls (11.0 miles)
TRAILS: Highlands Biological Station (1.7 miles), Secret Falls Trailhead (8.4 miles), Whiteside Mountain Trail (8.5 miles), Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Trailhead (24.8 miles), Pickens Nose Trailhead (29.7 miles), Appalachian Trail - Mooney Gap (30.2 miles)
FISHING HOLES: Harris Lake (2.1 miles), Cullasaja River (3.4 miles), Cliffside Lake Recreation Area (7.6 miles), Chattooga River (14.4 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Blue Ridge Parkway (67.1 miles), Biltmore Estate (86.4 miles), Asheville (86.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (59.7 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
-- THE PROPERTY --
2,500 Sq Ft | Library | Outdoor Seating
Blending cabin charm with modern luxuries, this inviting retreat beckons your family or group of friends to relax between adventures in charming small towns and out in nature!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds
INDOORS: Smart TV, gas fireplace, study w/ desk, open layout
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, 5-person island, 2 dining tables, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, Keurig, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer & dryer, central heat & A/C, cleaning essentials
FAQ: Stairs to access home, 2 bedrooms on main floor
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
HISTORIC HIGHLANDS (~2 miles): Art galleries, shopping, restaurants, public parks, library, performing arts center
ATTRACTIONS: Highlands Nature Center (1.4 miles), Sunset Rock (1.9 miles), Sapphire Valley Ski Resort (15.3 miles), Goats on the Roof (27.2 miles), Stumphouse Tunnel (27.6 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (48.1 miles)
NAT’L FORESTS/PARKS: Sumter National Forest (16.0 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (52.8 miles), Nantahala National Forest (55.3 miles)
WATERFALLS: Sequoyah Falls (4.2 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (4.6 miles), Dry Falls (5.4 miles), Quarry Falls (8.7 miles), Cullasaja Falls (11.0 miles)
TRAILS: Highlands Biological Station (1.7 miles), Secret Falls Trailhead (8.4 miles), Whiteside Mountain Trail (8.5 miles), Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Trailhead (24.8 miles), Pickens Nose Trailhead (29.7 miles), Appalachian Trail - Mooney Gap (30.2 miles)
FISHING HOLES: Harris Lake (2.1 miles), Cullasaja River (3.4 miles), Cliffside Lake Recreation Area (7.6 miles), Chattooga River (14.4 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Blue Ridge Parkway (67.1 miles), Biltmore Estate (86.4 miles), Asheville (86.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (59.7 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Highlands, NC
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(20 Reviews)4.8
Listing needs to say there is no AC in the upstairs bedroom.
Need a few more towels. There was a load of laundry in the dryer when we arrived. We left it there for the housekeeping crew
4.8
We had a wonderful experience staying at this property. The check in process was easy and we were able to check in a little early, which was great! The house was adorable and very comfortable for my teen daughter and me and my husband. Great decor, lovely kitchen and bathrooms, comfy couches and beds. The loft area is super cute too! It was just a few minutes from downtown, so very convenient to all the shops and dining, as well as to trailheads, hiking and waterfalls. We truly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this comfy and spacious home away from home!
4.8
Great location close to town! Nice furnishings and well appointed kitchen! Would definitely stay here again!
4.8
House was perfect; communication with Evolve was terrible. Never received checkin information or check out information. Fyi you apparently have to create an Evolve account and login to view anything other than payment info. Loved the house and would definitely rent again! Perfect stay 😊
4.8
Everything was perfectly clean and comfortable. Big bedrooms with nice closets. Kitchen was well appointed and roomy. When we first drove up it seemed a little far from town, but once we kinda got used to the curvy roads in Highlands it was nice and close - about 5-10 minutes to everything. I’d recommend this place to anyone!
4.8
The house was perfect, cozy and comfortable. I am already looking at when we can go back. Close to downtown but not in the hustle and bustle. The only thing we needed was coffee.
4.8
The house is gorgeous, so well done! Spent a lot of time in front of the fireplace, warm .. cozy and comfortable.
4.8
Fantastic property!! We couldn’t have asked for better. Rooms are very spacious. The decor is so modern yet compliments the beauty of WNC nature that surrounds the property. You can’t beat the two mile drive to downtown. We are so grateful for this owner renting to us! We’d book again in a heartbeat!!!
4.8
This house is charming and beautiful. The only complaint I have is the dated electric outlets. The location is great.
4.8
The house is really beautiful, really well done! Had some trouble reaching our customer service contact, Julia. Couldn't find a toaster or a tea kettle, but other than that our stay was comfortable and cozy!
4.8
Beautifully decorated home. It does not feel like a rental. It feels like you are staying at a friends house.
4.8
My family and I stayed at this cabin for New Years Eve. The place is very clean, beautifully decorated and well equipped. The location is OK, we would have liked to have more mountain views but having it closer to the main road when arriving at night gave us peace of mind. It was also close by to shops and restaurants which also came handy. I have to say that communicating with the house manager was not posible, not sure if we would have had a problem how fast she would habe been able to resolve it. This morning as we left, I sent her a text and she never replied. Anyhow, we loved everything about this cabin and we will definitely rent it again in the near future. For us having a place to stay that feels like home is a must, and this cabin had very much that feel.
4.8
Great location - really close to downtown Highlands and some great hiking spots. We had plenty of room and were able to eat several meals in. Only complaint would be the multiple crickets we found indoors - one was several inches long.
4.8
Great place very convenient to downtown
4.8
This is one of the most beautiful rentals we’ve ever enjoyed…. Comfortable, decorated to a tee, and well-appointed. Can’t wait to come back on our next trip to Highlands. Beautiful.
Communication with the cleaning service point person was the only negative…. They never responded to our early check in requests and they also didn’t stock the house with toilet paper. That was all with the rental agency, not with the home itself.., the only place for improvement!
4.8
Very lovely!
We really loved our stay! The house is absolutely so gorgeous and decorated perfectly. Great towels and sheets and pillows. The twin bed mattresses are really think and uncomfortable for adults but would be ok for small children
The oven wouldn’t turn on and we ready everything we could online but couldn’t get it to work. I did text the contact but didn’t hear back.
Overall we loved it!
4.8
Wonderful location - house is as advertised and is better in person than the great photos on the listing. Only issue is the room with twin beds has a door with clear glass - so zero privacy for that room and it Won’t keep sound / light out. They should fix that. Otherwise wonderful ! We will be back !
4.8
Awesome Mountain house w/great updates
Wonderful location - house is as advertised and is better in person than the great photos on the listing. Only issue is the room with twin beds has a door with clear glass - so zero privacy for that room and it Won’t keep sound / light out. They should fix that. Otherwise wonderful ! We will be back !
4.8
This property is everything that is listed! We were absolutely so pleased with our entire time there. They clearly spared no detail designing this space. It was hard not to appreciate the work they put into such a charming cottage. The furniture was comfortable, the kitchen had everything you needed to cook, the linens and towels were very soft and comfortable, and they even had full bottle shampoo, conditioner, and body wash for both of the bathrooms! If you bring a gate to block the stairs, this house is very child-friendly. We didn't have to worry about our 15-month-old getting hurt in the house. The location of the house was perfect. Less than 5 five drive into town, but you had the privacy of a mountain cabin. This property is one we would happily visit again!
4.8
A relaxing escape
This property is everything that is listed! We were absolutely so pleased with our entire time there. They clearly spared no detail designing this space. It was hard not to appreciate the work they put into such a charming cottage. The furniture was comfortable, the kitchen had everything you needed to cook, the linens and towels were very soft and comfortable, and they even had full bottle shampoo, conditioner, and body wash for both of the bathrooms! If you bring a gate to block the stairs, this house is very child-friendly. We didn't have to worry about our 15-month-old getting hurt in the house. The location of the house was perfect. Less than 5 five drive into town, but you had the privacy of a mountain cabin. This property is one we would happily visit again!
4.8
Comments on the property
We had a great time. There are some items that could have improved our experience and are listed as follows:
1. The second floor does not have HVAC - a drawback in my opinion.
2. More lighting in the living room / family room area would have improved our experience.
3. A toaster oven would allow for quicker breakfast preparation.
4. The garage had a musty smell and a lot of debris that could be removed.
5. Some of the exterior needs help.
6. There were no spare light bulbs for several of the fixtures.
7. I would like to know which keys went to which door.
8. I would suggest a larger marker for the entrance road - not easy to find at night.
9. On-site fishing was noted in the description and we found no directions tell us how to reach the lake or stream.
10. The local contact was great to assist with a power failure by contacting the utility. She responded right away.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Highlands?
The average price for a rental in Highlands is $579 per night. This rental is $41 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Chic Highlands Cabin Retreat w/ Deck + Office!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Chic Highlands Cabin Retreat w/ Deck + Office! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Chic Highlands Cabin Retreat w/ Deck + Office!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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