Quintessential cabin in the woods. Minutes from quaint downtown Highlands, NC.
Cabin in Highlands, NC
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cabin rental
Hi! We're new to VRBO. Lucky you! We are now offering our wonderful family cabin to the world and we hope you'll book a stay. See our personal/private rental reviews at the end of the property description.
**Note that we do not "INSTANT BOOK" as we manage this property from a few hours away with the help of a local housekeeper. We want to ensure that it is top-notch and ready for you before your stay and need to confirm readiness before booking your reservation. Not to fear...We make every effort to quickly respond to your request and accommodate your dates if we are able.
Set in the lush, tree-top woods just above the quaint town of Highlands, North Carolina, Satulah Ridge is the quintessential "cozy log cabin". Snuggle in for a fall or winter day with a crackling fire (we provide the firewood :) and a Netflix binge or take in a summer mountain breeze and bird symphony on the screened porch. Don't forget your book and a cool beverage! No matter the time of year, Highlands, NC is a great getaway, made even more special with a well-appointed and comfortable place to relax and unwind.
The cabin is a short (and safe) 10-minute walk to town, just past and above Harris Lake (an easy walk to Harris Lake, Sunset Rock, The Highlands Biological Station, Mountain Fresh and all of downtown Highlands). Want to drive down?...it's just 2 minutes! Your hosts have taken every effort to provide a "home away from home" with all the necessities you may need for a weekend respite or an extended stay. The kitchen is stocked for cooking (pot of chili anyone?!), catch up on deep sleep in the cozy beds with comfy linens, lots of towels & toiletries + added perks of staple goods for cooking, various waters, beverages, coffee, and bar accouterments. The living room sofa pulls out making the perfect "pit" to take in movies or sports if you're staying in.
Whether it's shopping or dining in town or an excursion to one of the many hikes or waterfalls in the area, the cabin is conveniently located close to everything Highlands! Come home from an active day and step into the cozy hug of an authentic cabin. We look forward to hosting you!
READ REVIEWS FROM OUR PRIVATE GUESTS:
"Thank you for opening your wonderful cabin to us, it was the highlight of my year. The beauty of nature, the smell & warmth of the fire, the conversations & laughter, and the constant sense of peace and calm could have made for a better time. I'm leaving restored - thank you for that!" - Sue, St. Louis, MO
"Beyond fabulous time! You have thought of everything plus more! Thank you for sharing your special place!" - Patty, Atlanta, GA
"Beyond fabulous" - Angie, Atlanta, GA
"Thank you for a wonderful stay!...fabulous weather, hiking, and lots of relaxation. Love the beautiful cabin and Highlands!" - Angela - Atlanta, GA
"What a wonderful, quiet and restful weekend! Great food, the market in town breakfast is fabulous! Romantic dinners and filling at Paoletti's! Just "WOW"!" Thank you! - Abby & Ken, Marietta, GA
"Thank you so much for the stay at your amazing and cozy cabin! It is exactly what we needed and a weekend away. The people of Highlands were so friendly and the food was great!" - Kellin, Raleigh, NC
"Thank you so much for making possible a delightful family weekend in the mountains - our first vacation as a family of five. the cabin and setting are perfect. You have done a wonderful job making the cabin beautiful and welcoming. Thank you again!" - Aaron & Family, Atlanta, GA
"Everything is perfect - total enjoyment. Many laughs and a very relaxing time." - Celia, S. Charleston, OH, Gail, Hillsboro, OH
"Thank you so much for the gift of this getaway. It truly has been the highlight of the year and a catalyst for the coming year! It's a magical place of serenity and allowing life to catch up with you. Thank you again!!!" - Kim, Winston-Salem, NC
**Note that we do not "INSTANT BOOK" as we manage this property from a few hours away with the help of a local housekeeper. We want to ensure that it is top-notch and ready for you before your stay and need to confirm readiness before booking your reservation. Not to fear...We make every effort to quickly respond to your request and accommodate your dates if we are able.
Set in the lush, tree-top woods just above the quaint town of Highlands, North Carolina, Satulah Ridge is the quintessential "cozy log cabin". Snuggle in for a fall or winter day with a crackling fire (we provide the firewood :) and a Netflix binge or take in a summer mountain breeze and bird symphony on the screened porch. Don't forget your book and a cool beverage! No matter the time of year, Highlands, NC is a great getaway, made even more special with a well-appointed and comfortable place to relax and unwind.
The cabin is a short (and safe) 10-minute walk to town, just past and above Harris Lake (an easy walk to Harris Lake, Sunset Rock, The Highlands Biological Station, Mountain Fresh and all of downtown Highlands). Want to drive down?...it's just 2 minutes! Your hosts have taken every effort to provide a "home away from home" with all the necessities you may need for a weekend respite or an extended stay. The kitchen is stocked for cooking (pot of chili anyone?!), catch up on deep sleep in the cozy beds with comfy linens, lots of towels & toiletries + added perks of staple goods for cooking, various waters, beverages, coffee, and bar accouterments. The living room sofa pulls out making the perfect "pit" to take in movies or sports if you're staying in.
Whether it's shopping or dining in town or an excursion to one of the many hikes or waterfalls in the area, the cabin is conveniently located close to everything Highlands! Come home from an active day and step into the cozy hug of an authentic cabin. We look forward to hosting you!
READ REVIEWS FROM OUR PRIVATE GUESTS:
"Thank you for opening your wonderful cabin to us, it was the highlight of my year. The beauty of nature, the smell & warmth of the fire, the conversations & laughter, and the constant sense of peace and calm could have made for a better time. I'm leaving restored - thank you for that!" - Sue, St. Louis, MO
"Beyond fabulous time! You have thought of everything plus more! Thank you for sharing your special place!" - Patty, Atlanta, GA
"Beyond fabulous" - Angie, Atlanta, GA
"Thank you for a wonderful stay!...fabulous weather, hiking, and lots of relaxation. Love the beautiful cabin and Highlands!" - Angela - Atlanta, GA
"What a wonderful, quiet and restful weekend! Great food, the market in town breakfast is fabulous! Romantic dinners and filling at Paoletti's! Just "WOW"!" Thank you! - Abby & Ken, Marietta, GA
"Thank you so much for the stay at your amazing and cozy cabin! It is exactly what we needed and a weekend away. The people of Highlands were so friendly and the food was great!" - Kellin, Raleigh, NC
"Thank you so much for making possible a delightful family weekend in the mountains - our first vacation as a family of five. the cabin and setting are perfect. You have done a wonderful job making the cabin beautiful and welcoming. Thank you again!" - Aaron & Family, Atlanta, GA
"Everything is perfect - total enjoyment. Many laughs and a very relaxing time." - Celia, S. Charleston, OH, Gail, Hillsboro, OH
"Thank you so much for the gift of this getaway. It truly has been the highlight of the year and a catalyst for the coming year! It's a magical place of serenity and allowing life to catch up with you. Thank you again!!!" - Kim, Winston-Salem, NC
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Highlands, NC
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Reviews
4.0
We enjoyed the little cabin and of course the screen porch was the best! The location is perfect…up the road away from the hustle bustle of downtown but still in close proximity. Very nice to have fresh milk/cream, etc. waiting for us!
5.0
The home and property were even more lovely than pictured. The linens, decor and finishes were both elegant and welcoming. The house was well stocked with all of the essentials plus some unexpected treats. The home was very comfortable and in a picturesque setting. Would love the opportunity to visit again.
5.0
I stayed here for a girls trip to celebrate my birthday and we all enjoyed this cute, comfortable cabin. I picked this cabin for its location close to main street Highlands and for the screened in porch. The porch is so relaxing and a great place to hangout, eat, play games, or read.
The living room and bedrooms in the cabin have very comfortable furniture. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook with and there were even fancy cocktail glasses. The host has lots of nice little extras in the bathrooms- loved the magic washcloths, the soap/shampoo in bathrooms, sponges and dish towels in the kitchen.
Kendra was a great host, excellent communication/instructions, and quick replies back to all my questions.
Only minor issue we had was with the shower in the hallway- it had a slow drain and the shower curtain blows in on you (sticks to you) while you are showering which was super annoying.
The cabin location is great for driving into Main Street Highlands but it is not really practical to walk into town for dinner/at night. It is a mile drive down to Main Street and very steep, curvy mountain road that I would not want to walk back up in the dark. It was fine to walk up/down the road from the cabin during the daytime though.
I would recommend this cabin to any friends or family staying in Highlands.
5.0
We loved this cottage and the location was perfect. We look forward to getting back and staying again in the Fall.
5.0
Definitely a relaxing stay. Loved the cool weather and the screened in porch.
5.0
The cabin is perfect; very well equipped and planned for visitors; Kendra is a perfect host who responds quickly and gives you every detail for an enjoyable stay ; we can’t wait to go back
5.0
What a wonderful trip and beautiful place to visit! This cabin was perfect for our mother/daughter trip and such a cozy and thoughtfully decorated space. We had everything we needed and then some. Kendra was a fabulous communicator for any questions and concerns we had - we couldn’t have asked for a better host. We can’t wait to go back!
5.0
This property was perfect. We had 2 couples and we had plenty of space. The cabin was equipped with everything you could possibly need and was so cozy and comfortable. It was within such a short driving distance to downtown and was just the perfect place for us to stay! Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
The owners of this cabin are very giving, accessible, diligent, creative, and conscientious enough to be invisible if you don’t have a problem. Giving because they have stocked everything you could possibly need. Accessible because you can send a question in the VRBO app, and get a quick response. Diligent because it takes a lot of work to provide a comfortable cabin in the woods near a place like Highlands. Creative because the colors and decorations are restful earth tones and planned to accommodate readers. Conscience because they know you came there to relax and not visit with the owners. My only regret is that we took 2 day trips to visit things we had already seen (Blue Ridge Pky and Mountain Rest SC) when we should have spent the whole time at the cabin and eating at the restaurants in Highlands. But, do bite the bullet, and make reservations for the good restaurants because they are necessary. Also if you are young, which we are not, do walk to town and back up Satulah Ridge Road. There was a time when we could have done that. We would enjoy a return visit.
5.0
This little cabin is absolutely perfect! So thoughtfully appointed from the beautiful and comfortable furnishings to the provided coffee, snacks, spices, etc. We loved the close proximity to town as we were there for a wedding at OEI. Coffee on the porch is a must!
5.0
This cabin is beautifully decorated and has everything you need. Lately, we’ve stayed in houses that felt like hotel rooms. But here, we felt like we were staying in a friend’s home. We loved the proximity to downtown Highlands and will definitely be back!
5.0
The cabin provided everything we needed to enjoy a special weekend. We've never stayed at a vacation rental that provided so many unexpected extras. We highly recommend this property.
5.0
Our family had a quick getaway in Highlands, and this cabin fit all our needs.
5.0
What a beautiful property! The hosts went out of their way to make it feel like we were staying with a really good friend. The kitchen was perfectly stocked and every detail was taken care of. Look forward to going back.
5.0
My husband and I stayed here with our 9 and 11 year old. The cabin was very clean and well stocked. They thought of everything. We appreciated the coffee, snacks and half and half already in the kitchen. The cabin is decorated so cute. Would love to stay again in a different season so we can take advantage of the lovely porch.
5.0
This little cabin was perfect for our family of three. The owner provides everything you need. The sofa "pit" was the perfect place to watch movies and hang out and could easily sleep two teens if needed. Will definitely return!
5.0
This classic mountain cabin is furnished with every thoughtful touch you can imagine, from the stack of firewood by the door to the cotton quilts on the beds. So many short term rentals are like model apartments decorated by sales agents; this one is like your cool aunt’s place in the mountains, with homey touches everywhere you look and a fridge stocked with all you need to get started settling in.
5.0
This beautiful cabin was the perfect place for a getaway weekend… So cozy, comfortable and quaint. Love the little touches that the owners provided. The screen porch is dreamy and all the furniture is comfortable. Thank you for a wonderful weekend.
5.0
We had a wonderful long weekend at this charming cabin. Beautifully decorated and well equipped it was everything we could have asked for to enjoy a relaxing cabin. Our only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer!
5.0
Wonderful property. Everything one could think of has been provided. Very well stocked and quite comfortable. Would recommend. Can walk to town but an uphill hike getting back.
5.0
Beautiful cabin, high on a ridge, close to town. Beautifully decorated. Lots of amenities. Kitchen was especially well stocked. Great selection of spices, vinegars, oils and snacks! Loved the wood burning fireplace. Great screened in porch running the whole length of the house. Peace and quiet. A beautiful cozy getaway!
5.0
I can't say enough nice things about this property, but I'll give it a shot. The place itself is beautiful. Clean, stocked, and comfy. The screened-in porch is awesome. Kendra was an incredible host, the check in/out process is super simple, and the communication was seamless.
The location is perfect. A mile from downtown Highlands and a great base to explore all the hiking, biking, and waterfalls in the Highlands/Cashiers area. It's in a mountain neighborhood but it's super quiet and all the trees and brush provide tons of privacy. I can't wait to head back to Highlands and stay here. :-)
5.0
My friend and I decided to spend a few days in Highlands for our birthday. This cabin was perfect for us. The cabin was clean and very close to Highlands (such a cute town) where we spent most of our time. The kitchen was very well stocked and the beds were comfortable. Kendra was very accessible and informative during our stay. Thanks for sharing your cabin with us!
5.0
Well appointed and clean!
5.0
Cabin was quaint, quiet, convenient, and comfortable!! Perfect for a family of three or four!!
Host communicated well and very hospitable.
5.0
Our little family had a great stay at Kendra's cabin. It's conveniently located, fully appointed and charming! I miss dinners on the screened porch in the rain and coffee on the porch in the morning. Kendra has stocked the cabin with everything that you need and more! She was very responsive to pre-arrival inquiries and provided a ton of information to make our stay easy. Definitely recommend!
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay! The place was so well stocked and truly such a special place to stay at for a longer weekend. Kendra was great at responding! We needed to extend our stay for 1 day at the last moment and she was super accommodating. The cabin was clean and super comfortable and close to downtown but nice to not be right down and enjoy the peace of the mountains. The porch was such a lovely place! Highly recommend this VRBO! We will try to stay here again in the future.
5.0
We had the best time staying here! Kendra has thought of everything to make our stay so comfortable. If we forgot something at home, it was there. She had extra TP, paper towels, soap, pods, shampoo, conditioner, coffee, condiments, spices, snacks, phone chargers, firewoood,etc..the list goes on. Her kitchen has everything you need to cook a full meal if you choose. The beds were super comfortable and perfect for a family of 4. The decor is ADORABLE!! It's a mix of antique and modern and feels very homey and luxurious at the same time. The proximity to downtown is minutes so extremely convenient to whatever you need. We highly recommend staying here, and we would love to come back ourselves sometime soon!
5.0
We loved our stay at this cozy little cabin! All of the attention to detail made our stay even more enjoyable. The location was quiet and private and the screened porch was a lovely place to sit and enjoy the tree top view. Host was very responsive and helpful. We look forward to our next visit!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Highlands?
The average price for a rental in Highlands is $581 per night. This rental is $24 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Quintessential cabin in the woods. Minutes from quaint downtown Highlands, NC. . 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 Quintessential cabin in the woods. Minutes from quaint downtown Highlands, NC. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Quintessential cabin in the woods. Minutes from quaint downtown Highlands, NC. ?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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