Cottage vacation rentals in Macon County

Place was exactly as advertised and host helped with recommendations, and was responsive to any questions / issues. Lovely place to stay near several great hikes!

First I will say that getting up to this property felt treacherous, especially at night. Highly recommend an AWD vehicle if you’re coming up here. Otherwise, the place was very private, clean, and beautiful! Cynthia was an exceptional host - she made sure we arrived safely and was proactive in her communication.

I can’t say enough good things about my stay at Finchsong Cottage! The home is even more beautiful in person — cozy, peaceful, and so thoughtfully designed. Every detail, from the decor to the layout, felt intentional and inviting. The porch was the perfect spot for morning coffee and quiet evenings, and the natural surroundings made it feel like a true retreat. The location is secluded enough to feel like an escape but still convenient for exploring nearby trails and towns. Everything was spotless, the kitchen was fully stocked with everything I needed, and the bed was incredibly comfortable — I slept like a dream. The hosts were kind, responsive, and made sure I felt right at home. This is one of those rare places that really lives up to the photos and then some. I left feeling refreshed, inspired, and already planning a return trip! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway in the mountains.

10/10! Our two families had a wonderful time! The outdoor activities kept the kids entertained and the screened porch was perfect for the adults. The house is cozy and had everything we needed.

We absolutely loved our stay at this amazing river cottage! It was cozy, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The host, Tiffany, was incredibly responsive and helpful from beginning to end, making our stay even more enjoyable. The views, scenery, landscaping, and atmosphere was breathtaking. We absolutely loved the variety of outdoor areas and definitely suggest sunsets in the hot tub! The upstairs balcony was the perfect spot to watch the stars and sip coffee in the morning. The location was convenient and we enjoyed spending time by the beautiful river. Seamless check-in and out process. We look forward to coming back and recommending to friends and family!

We loved our stay at Mary's! Our dog especially loved drinking water from the creek at the end of the property. The place has an added bonus of having a bed and bathroom split from the main house. We explored Dillsboro, which is only 15 mins away, and did some hiking in Sylva and Western Carolina University, which are a little further past Dillsboro. This is a beautiful part of the country, and well worth a stay at Mary's to visit.

I can’t express how nice this cabin is, it’s beautiful. Very nice decor and comfortable beds & furniture. The upstairs loft is so cozy! The deck was spacious and well maintained, the views of the mountains from the covered porch were pretty. Parking is easygoing, no steep driveway. The hosts are very friendly and welcoming! This cabin is not far from the main highway, makes travel easy to navigate the area and explore. The cabin is a few minutes drive from WCU, which is very convenient for anyone in town visiting their college kid. I enjoyed my stay, and I recommend this place a 100%.

Highlands, NC is a can’t-miss retreat. On top of that, the hidden bear cottage provided a peaceful, quiet, quaint stay. Staying nearly two weeks in the cottage provided much opportunity to utilize their fire pit, kitchen, hot showers, puzzles, neighborhood walks, etc. We would happily stay there again.

We will definitely be back. The hosts really care about your stay and make sure everything goes flawlessly.

We loved spending the weekend here! It's absolutely beautiful and the most peaceful cottage ever. Spend time on the deck in the mountain air and you'll never want to leave. Claira is a fantastic host, too. She made the whole process super easy and friendly. We would definitely stay again!

The cottage was wonderful, peaceful, uncluttered, suited our needs perfectly. The trails on the property were an added bonus that the pup and I enjoyed. Eric has thought of everything you may need for your stay. We really enjoyed the layout, the screened in front porch was great to enjoy or meals on. We would definitely stay here again.

Elizabeth was very thoughtful in how she furnished and decorated the space. It had everything we needed for a mini 2-night getaway. Beautiful indoors and out, quiet and peaceful, games and solitude, we didn’t need to leave the guesthouse for anything. We would absolutely come again and hopefully for a longer visit!

Great house! Loved the layout and the feel of the house! Robbin was very friendly and proactive in communicating. I very much appreciated the communication.

Booked a last minute trip for Christmas to the mountains with our family. The cottage was just as pictured and described. Very cute and close to Highlands where there are lots of activities if you have kids. Ingles was a quick drive to pickup little items to eat/snack on. The driveway is not that steep which is nice. The porch gives you a relaxing vacay vibe while drinking coffee and taking in the beautiful surroundings. We would definitely oil again. The host made our trip stress free! Thank you.

My family rents a lake house every year and we all agreed this was our favorite one! The location was perfect- on a quiet part of the lake with a view of the mountains. The indoor and outdoor spaces were built for enjoying the lake and had everything we needed for a perfect lake getaway. Would definitely recommend and we can’t wait to go back!

Beautiful home in a private location. Has everything you need! Easy to connect firestick or other streaming devices. You may need 4 wheel drive during some months. Close to grocery, lowes, Walmart, gas. Wonderful area, highly recommended!

A beautiful place! Close to town, beautiful views, and the perfect place to relax. The nicest Airbnb I’ve ever stayed in with the comfiest bed! Can’t wait to return.

This is a lovely cabin tucked away in the woods. Perfectly appointed and has very comfy beds! Has everything you need for a quiet weekend and lots of beauty in the mountains to explore.

This was the most lovely cottage, with such a beautiful view! It was a very close drive to highlands. As an added bonus, the shower was tall-person friendly :) would definitely love to stay here again!! Thanks again Edwin!!

This was the third time to stay at Bear's Den. Not only was Steven easy to deal with, so was Angie who manages the property. We highly recommend Bear's Den and look forward to returning again!

Anna’s place was very quiet and peaceful. There was lots of room for my family to relax. There is a full size kitchen with all you need to cook, as well as a dining room for meals. The farmhouse is set back off the road providing some privacy.