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Explore 10 vacation rentals in Highlands

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Highlands vacation rentals start at €112 per night before taxes and fees

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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10 of Highlands vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Highlands rentals

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

Luxury Log Cabin • Hot Tub • 7 min to Highlands
Retreat to the silent woods in meticulously restored original “Joe Webb” log cabins: Gilmer Lodge marries the nostalgia of original rustic period architecture with modern finishes, including completely new kitchen and bathrooms. Nestled beneath old-growth tree canopy, this design-forward property includes two separate log cabins – circa 1790 and early 1900s – that together function as a single home. The two cabins are adjacent to each other, connected exteriorly by a wrap-around covered porch.

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.

Little Bear Creek Franklin/Highlands Smoky Mtns.
Bring the whole family including your pets to relax and enjoy this private 1+ acre wooded oasis. Relax in the hot tub or splash in the creek knowing you are just minutes away from the waterfalls, scenic drives, gem hunting, hiking trails, quaint small towns, renowned restaurants and many other adventurous outdoor activities that make Western North Carolina! LBC is located just ten minutes from Franklin and twenty minutes from Highlands on easily accessible paved and beautiful scenic roads.

Little Falls Lodge - A Creek & Waterfall Paradise!
Our secluded mountain retreat is a split cedar log cabin situated on a hill above a roaring mountain stream with a view of Little Falls across the creek. What an amazing view (and relaxing sound) right off the back deck! Adjoining the property is a neighborhood park easy access to the water. The cabin has rustic an open concept centered around a 2-story stone fireplace. The perfect escape for rest and relaxation. PLEASE NOTE: It is 12 miles and a 35 minute drive to downtown Highlands

Fall Color Is Coming! King Size Bed- Fiber Optic
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 2026! Suits & gloves provided!

Highlands cabin 6 mins to Main St on scenic pond
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!

The Perch- Big Mountain & Lake Views | Hot Tub
Our charming and private cottage is perfect for your Blue Ridge retreat! This 1950s cabin has been fully updated but retains its quaint midcentury mountain charm. Minutes from the amenities of Cashiers, Highlands, and Lake Glenville, you'll be treated to lake and mountain views, a spacious front porch, a backyard fire pit, a vintage wood-burning stove, and a cozy bedroom. The kitchen is equipped with all the utensils you'll need to prepare meals as well as coffee appliances.

Bright & cheery! Modern, quiet, peaceful.
Discover a bright mid-century inspired cabin nestled on 4+ private acres near Cashiers & Highlands, NC. Thoughtfully designed with clean lines, natural light, and positive vibes, 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!

Incredible Mountain Views sitting on covered deck
Enjoy Waggly Butts & Bears Cabin, a recently renovated, completely private cabin that's incredibly quiet, overlooking Black Mountain. You'll have your choice of many outdoor spaces, including a large, covered deck w/heaters & fire table, uncovered deck w/Adirondack chairs, outdoor eating area, a covered porch & a separate tin-roof deck for grilling or laying on the full-sized swing bed. The fire pit area has 6 Adirondack chairs in the natural woods setting. Dogs welcome!

Beautiful Highlands Cabin: Fun Game Room, Hot Tub
Welcome to Chinquapin Lodge! Spacious, full of Highlands character, and only 2.6 miles to Main Street. Unwind amongst light-filled living spaces and peaceful wooded surroundings. When you're ready to venture out, head to Main Street for shopping and cocktails, or stretch your legs with a scenic hike at Glenn Falls or Sunset Rock. Back at the cabin, enjoy quality time sharing stories around the fire pit, laughs in the well-appointed game room, or R&R in the hot tub.

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.
Popular amenities for Highlands cabin rentals
Cabin rentals with a hot tub

The Oasis | Hot Tub + Whiteside Mountain Views

Secluded A-Frame | Amazing View | Couples Getaway

Fowler Creek Cabin

Sunset Mtn Views • Hot Tub • 7 Min to Bryson City

Hot Tub-Sauna-Pickleball-Views-Hikes-Fire Pit

The Blue Bear Cabin

A Lakefront Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Kayaks • Canoe

Luxury Cabin- Hot Tub/Mtn Views/Min to Clayton
Cabin rentals with a pool

Highlands Spacious Cabin w/Hot Tub,games,gym+wifi

Acorn Cottage in Highlands, NC “Fireplace"

Stunning Views and Hot Tub, at Beary Cozy Cabin

Cozy Cabin • Creek, Trails, Pool, Hot Tub & Gym

Betty's Creek Cabin

Treetop Cabin w/ firepit + Mountain Stream

Lakefront cabin getaway

Bailey’s Haven CC Mountain Home
Pet-friendly cabin rentals

Affordable charm on 3 private rolling acres

Cozy Cabin w/ fireplace - The Hilltop Hideaway

Private Rustic Mountaintop Cabin w/ Gorgeous View

Cozy Cabin Nestled in the Woods

Lazy Moss Cabin at Lake Glenville and pet friendly

Mountain Top Hideaway

Holly Springs Hideaway

Historic Luxury Cabin | Private Outdoor Tub
When is the best time to visit Highlands?
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