Vacation rentals with lake access in Highlands

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!

Live-In Art Gallery | 1 Min to Main | Steps to BBQ

Welcome to Art Chalet "Art in the HeART of Highlands". Enjoy a live-in ART GALLERY where fine art fills every room, and every piece is for sale, set against breathtaking mountain views and natural light. Nestled on a lush hillside with two outdoor fireplaces, this chic walk-to-town mountain retreat blends elevated design with an unbeatable location~ 1 minute drive to downtown & steps to Smokehouse BBQ & High Country Wine Shop. Perfect for romantic getaways, couples retreats, & girls' weekends.

A Lakefront Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Kayaks • Canoe

Whitewater Cabin is where you wake up to peaceful lake views, sip coffee on the porch, and spend the day kayaking or swimming from your private dock. This lakefront cabin is tucked away on a private Lake in the South Carolina mountains, minutes from Lake Jocassee, and sleeps 6. It’s the perfect getaway for couples, families, or friends looking to escape into nature. After a day exploring waterfalls, hiking, or boating on Lake Jocassee, come back and unwind in the hot tub overlooking the water.

Lake Keowee Waterfront Cottage - Private Retreat

Lake-front retreat w/ unbelievable sunsets, swimming & kayaking, tucked in between the Cliffs & the Reserve, 30 miles west of Greenville. Private park-like setting for a couples getaway. Updated one-bedroom small cottage w/ living room, kitchen, bath, laundry, AC/heat. The entire property is included w/ your cottage rental; 1.1 acres, 800 ft of lake shoreline, a dock, a pier, a sunset deck, a social pavilion, waterfront hot-tub. It is a private lake experience; nothing really compares - unique!

Lakefront Mountain Cabin on Lake Glenville, NC

July 4th opening for the best view of Lake Glenville Fireworks! Ask us about booking the entire property! Welcome to our idyllic 1-bedroom lakefront cabin on the pristine shores of Lake Glenville, North Carolina. Embrace nature's splendor as you wake up to mesmerizing lake views and tranquil surroundings. Experience the thrill of fishing, hiking through scenic trails, and boating on the glistening waters. Just a short drive away, explore the charming towns of Cashiers and Highlands for local d

RiverBunk, Highlands Vintage Treasure

RiverBunk fronts Culasaga River in the historic Mirror Lake area on Hicks Road. 1 mi from downtown, shopping, restaurants, art, spa, wine garden and outdoor activities. Truly a one of a kind cottage that will bring you back and wow you with coziness and romantic memories. Perfect for the couple who wants to escape but tip out to one of the many eateries or waterfalls in the area. Hiking, zip-line, seasonal snow tubing and local galleries will keep you entertained. Amazing New Dock and Dingy

Mountain Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Pvt. Deck

*** Due to urgent dam repairs, the lake will be drained and not usable from June 15, 2026 through May 2027.*** An adventurous holiday at this phenomenal charming rustic custom-built cabin in a private, gated community! This outdoorsy getaway is close to many outdoor opportunities like hiking and biking trails and fly fishing. There is also a fire pit, fireplace, hot tub, and deck! When you're not soaking up the sun curl up on the hammock and relish the peace and quiet of this secluded property.

Rainbow's End Mountain Lake House

You've found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow in this comfortable, stylish mountain lake house! The house sits on 4 acres with a private dock on Rainbow Lake. Whether you want to relax by the stone fireplace in the vaulted wood ceilings of the great room, cozy up with a good book in the hip and funky loft area, or enjoy the fresh mountain air in the large screened-in porch, this house has it all. There's a remote work station with 2 monitors, universal docking station and printer.

Pet Friendly Streamside Cabin near Cashiers NC

The Bearfoot Retreat streamside cabin is the perfect escape from the hot city to a cool, serene setting. We furnished the Great Room with over-sized leather sofas and chairs, giving it a comfortable mountain feel. Complete with a large-screen TV and ventless, remote-controlled gas fireplace, this beautiful room opens up to an expansive wrap-around deck. Whether you're enjoying the firepit next to Norton Creek or testing your skills in our Game Room, your family will love this experience!

Twin Creeks on the Cullasaja

*Sorry. No Pets* Relax in peace! The property is located on the Cullasaja River. Rocky River Lane is a dead end with only 5 homes. A small branch and Peeks Creek border the property and feed into the river. It's perfect for tubing and trout fishing, and if the water is up a bit, it's perfect for kayaking. The stairs from the bank to the river make for safe and easy access. The house is located way off the main drag with equal distance to Franklin and Highlands.

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.

Romantic Cottage overlooking Lake Laurel

AIRBNB FEES ARE NOW INCLUDED IN NIGHTLY RATE. Charming custom-designed cottage with serene lake views overlooking beautiful Highlands Botanical Gardens and walking trails around the lake. Just a short walk to Main Street! Enjoy a spacious master suite with king bed, fully equipped kitchen, private workspace, peaceful entry courtyard with water feature, and cozy screened porch. NOTE: Open doorway to master suite. NO pets or children. FIREPLACE NOT IN USE.