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