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Peaceful Lake Cabin - Close to Town - sleeps 6
Enjoy a peaceful cabin getaway on Apple Lake, 5 minutes from Highlands, NC. Highlands is a charming mountain town with great restaurants, spa, theater, music concerts, and shopping. Our cabin is very open with high ceilings, a huge wood burning fire place, two bedrooms downstairs, and two upstairs in an open loft. Minutes from scenic waterfalls, and hiking trails. Enjoy relaxing on the porch, cooking, fishing, and kayaking on the lake. Wonderful for family/friend vacations or a romantic getaway!

Quartermoon Cabin At The Mountain Shire
EXPERIENCE THE LUXURY OF DISCONNECTING! ADULTS-ONLY NATURE RETREAT! Welcome to The Mountain Shire, a psychedelic fantasy-themed AirBnB village nestled in the Nantahala National Forest and surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains. Quartermoon Cabin, a restful hill-top dwelling, will transport you to the mystical realm of the moon. This is the perfect location for you to recharge at night and venture in the day to explore the magical forests surrounding you. Your next grand adventure begins here!

Nantahala : Mountain ZEN
Modern mountain home nestled in the Nantahala Forest with amazing rock-face and distance views. The house was inspired by Japanese design and won an AIA Atlanta award and is featured in Dwell Magazine. 2 decks, covered porch, fire pit for watching the clouds roll over the mountains. Enjoy privacy, seclusion with the benefits of Highlands, a few miles away. Close to hikes, waterfalls and local activities. Whether spring blossoms, rain showers, colors of fall, your visit will be invigorating.

Mountain Air Cabin
Adorable & freshly renovated cabin located in a private wooded community between Highlands and Franklin in the Nantahala National Forest. Our light & airy cabin is nestled on almost 4 acres of woodsy, mountainous terrain and is private and picturesque, yet still convenient to town. We love relaxing on the front porch, surrounded by nature and enjoying the sounds of the streams & views of the mountains. It is a peaceful cabin to relax & enjoy the cool breezes and scenery of the Smoky Mountains.

Modern Mountain Getaway. Quiet and peaceful.
Discover a stunning mid-century inspired cabin nestled on 4+ private acres near Cashiers & Highlands, NC. Thoughtfully designed with clean lines, warm wood tones, and vintage-inspired furnishings, this stylish retreat features a screened-in covered porch, fire pit, gas grill, and a spacious deck for lounging or stargazing. Surrounded by nature yet close to town (20 minutes drive), it’s the perfect blend of mid-mod design, comfort, and mountain seclusion. Book your unforgettable escape today!

Melrose Cottage
Our Joe Webb cabin is just minutes drive and a 15 min. walk to the Historic mountain town of Highlands, NC, with great restaurants, dining, bars, spa, art and culture. At 4,100 feet we have hiking, zip lining and waterfalls,romantic winters and summers with temps in the 70's - low 80's. You’ll love this place because of the coziness, warmth and charm of a classic mountain log cabin with all the modern comforts. It is great for couples(and a child), solo adventurers, and business travelers.

New Dates Open in November! Ideal For Remote Work!
Miss Bee Haven Retreat is a quiet place for quiet people. 🤫 (All guests over 18 years of age only) Located in a private community at the end of the road overlooking the splendor of Gorges State Parks’ 7,500 acres.🌲 This is a peaceful mountain retreat where you can disconnect from the world 🌎 and reconnect with yourself while breathing in the cleanest mountain air 💨and drinking pure mountain water.💧 Curious about bees 🐝 ? Apiary tours available spring 2025! Suits & gloves provided!

Highlands cabin 6 mins to town & pet friendly
Highlands House in the Laurel Escape to this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin overlooking scenic “Sparkling Lakes,” a private pond home to various wildlife like fish and heron. The cabin is perfect for a family, one or two couples, or friends seeking a Highlands getaway. Situated about 6 minutes from downtown Highlands and 15 minutes to Cashiers. Roast marshmallows in the fire pit, explore nearby waterfalls and hiking trails or checkout local restaurants and shops. The cabin is pet-friend!

Magical Historic Cabin | Outdoor Tub
Heady Mountain Cabin, a historic 1890 retreat beside the Nantahala National Forest and our horse pasture. Curated for a dreamy full-service stay with rustic charm, exquisite comfort, and space for romance and reflection. Breathe fresh air, take a bath in the outdoor tub, play a record, gather by the firepit. Slow down and reconnect—with yourself, each other, and nature. Always fresh coffee and a welcome drink. Ideal for a solo retreat, romantic getaway, or a small family.

Appalachian Container Cabin
Stay at one of the most unique and stunning vacation rentals in the Smoky Mountains! The "Appalachian Container Cabin" is a modern tiny home with an unparalleled view overlooking the Appalachian Trail, built out of shipping containers, and was recently featured on the new HGTV/DIY show "Containables". The cabin is located at the end of private road deep within the Nantahala National Forest, but located conveniently between Franklin, North Carolina and Clayton, Georgia.

Mirror lake Cabin. 3 bed,Close to town. Canoe.
Rustic cabin on beautiful Mirror Lake with lake view, dock and canoe! Just a few steps from the lake. Outside screen porch and large deck, grill and fire pit overlooking beautiful lake. Corn hole, board games, hammock available for your enjoyment. Close enough to walk or bike to town (bikes not included) Games, movies, electric grill. Cable tv, WiFi. Fire wood provided for the fireplace. Pullout sofa bed couch adds 2 more sleeping spots bringing total parole to 8.

Pisgah Highlands Chestnut Creek Cabin
Cozy up in our newly renovated 1940’s creek side cabin. The back yard over looks Pisgah National Forest! Hike from the neighborhood trail into Pisgah, or drive 4 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Take a hot bath in our outdoor clawfoot tub and enjoy the sounds of the rushing creek. Try out the sauna and cold plunge in the creek! Just a 25 minute easy drive to Asheville. Rustic esthetic with modern amenities like Wifi and air conditioning! Pet friendly
Popular amenities for Highlands cabin rentals
Cabin rentals with a hot tub

Remote, cheerful, mountain cabin with hot tub.

Mid-Century Mountain Magic! Rare fenced yard!

The Blue Bear Cabin

Cataloochee Sky *private spring fed pool & hot tub

Little Bear Creek Holiday Getaway in the Mountains

The Pines - SALE This Weekend!

Luv'n Mt'n Cabin, Hot Tub undr Cabana, WlcmTreats

Views/Hot tub/Close to AVL/Privacy/King bed
Pet-friendly cabin rentals

Cloud 9 Cabin Amazing views minutes from town

Modern Cabin w/Stunning View Pet Friendly

#8 High Country Haven Camping and Cabins

The Cashiers Cabin

Highlands, NC Authentic Log Cabin w/ Canoe + Dock

Moonlit Chalet

Gorges SP & Waterfalls, Peaceful & Modern | WIFI

Mountain Haven Retreat 7 minutes from Brevard
Private cabin rentals

Mountain Blessings Bear Cabin 1

180° Epic View Cabin, 10 Min to Brevard & Pisgah

Ursa Minor Waterfall Cabin

A Lakefront Tiny Cabin! Kayaks, Canoe, SUP, Hike

Spectacular View - Sweet Cabin (1 bd option)

Tiny Cabin by Lake Glenville

Cozy Creekside Cabin

Mountain Gem Breeze @ Whiteside Cliffs
When is the best time to visit Highlands?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ1,047 | ﺩ.ﺇ812 | ﺩ.ﺇ867 | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ907 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,146 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,146 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,054 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,102 |
| Avg. temp | 3°C | 5°C | 8°C | 13°C | 17°C | 21°C | 23°C | 22°C | 19°C | 13°C | 8°C | 4°C |
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20 of Highlands vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Highlands stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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