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Highlands holiday rentals start at $218 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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10 of Highlands holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
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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!

Historic Luxury Cabin | Private Outdoor Tub
Heady Mountain Cabin, a restored 1890 retreat with outdoor claw foot tub, nestled between the Nantahala National Forest and our horse pasture. Curated for a luxurious stay with rustic charm, spa-level comfort, and space for romance and reflection. Breathe fresh air, soak in the private outdoor tub, play a record, gather by the firepit. Slow down and reconnect with yourself, each other, and nature. Fresh coffee and a welcome drink await. Ideal for a romantic escape, solo retreat, or small family.

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.

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!

Affordable charm on 3 private rolling acres
A vacation haven! This Scaly Mountain cabin is perfect for a couple looking for an adventurous and/or romantic weekend in the mountains! You can check out the waterfalls at Glen Falls, head up to Sunset Rock, or choose from over a dozen other trail options. If hiking isn’t your thing, this cabin is five minutes from Sky Valley Golf Course, Highland Outpost Adventure Park, and numerous fishing spots. Centrally located twenty minutes from Highlands NC, Franklin NC, and Clayton GA.

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.

Cozy Cabin Nestled in the Woods
This cozy cabin is nestled in the woods in the scenic Horse Cove valley of Highlands, NC. The quintessential tiny house with rustic feel, this cabin is perfect for a weekend getaway or week-long stay. Front porch sitting, cooled by nature, unplugged from reality, and all the necessary amenities are things you'll enjoy during your stay. Just a short distance from beautiful mountain hikes and picturesque waterfalls, and minutes away from the town of Highlands.
Popular amenities for Highlands cabin rentals
Cabin rentals with a hot tub

Fowler Creek Cabin

Secluded A-Frame | Amazing View | Couples Getaway

Little Bear Creek Franklin/Highlands Smoky Mtns.

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

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

Wengen Chalet | Outdoor Theater~Sauna~Cold Plunge

Secluded A-Frame | Hot Tub | Views | 3 mi to town!

Highlands Spacious Cabin w/Hot Tub,games,gym+wifi
Pet-friendly cabin rentals

White Rock Cabin

Charming Cottage w/ Porch & Yard Near Highlands

Cozy Cabin w/ fireplace - The Hilltop Hideaway

Little Falls Lodge - A Creek & Waterfall Paradise!

Private Rustic Mountaintop Cabin w/ Gorgeous View

Rainbow's End Mountain Lake House

Lazy Moss Cabin at Lake Glenville and pet friendly

Holly Springs Hideaway
Private cabin rentals

Fall Color Is Coming! King Size Bed- Fiber Optic

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Appalachian Container Cabin

Unique Waterfall Cabin

Mountain Sunsets & Stars! @ The Green Cabin
When is the best time to visit Highlands?
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| Avg. price | $601 NZD | $500 NZD | $453 NZD | $519 NZD | $606 NZD | $450 NZD | $445 NZD | $457 NZD | $408 NZD | $525 NZD | $530 NZD | $674 NZD |
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