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Cabin / Cottage in Franklin, The Rusty Nail
A completely Shabby Chic Tiny Home with Rusty Tin throughout. Antiques placed inside for purchase. Shabby but all is in perfect new condition. Play all day and come home to comfort! Nine mile beautiful drive to Highlands, NC. Thirty five miles to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. Ideal for couples, adventurers , brewery lovers and hikers! Spend time at the Fire Pit after a day of sightseeing or hiking , cook on the grill, sit on the small front porch and drink wine/coffee in Adirondack Rockers

River Love ❤@ The Barn *Highlands Trout Fishing
This romantic retreat on the CULLASAJA RIVER will have you swooning for your love and wanting to stay longer. Nestled in a picturesque valley at higher elevations with views of the lower gorge and the Cullasaja river rapids as your playground, the open floor plan and abundant windows feel like treehouse. Romantic is just the beginning as you sleep with views of the moon and stars over your bed in 1 of 2 Master Bedrooms. Or choose the 2nd enormous suite downstairs for more views of the river.

THE CANOPY: Single-Level Sky Valley Home w/ Sauna
Squirrel away with your family and friends at The Canopy! Minutes from Highlands, Sky Valley Resort, and area adventures (ziplining, hiking, snowtubing, golf, food/wine tours). Our home features spacious open-plan living to enjoy time together or find a quiet nook for yourself. Relax on our porches or gazebo (w/firepit), and watch out for cheeky deer wandering through! Enjoy those canopy views with a book in hand or wind down in our private sauna and wellness room after exploring the mountains.

Modern Scandinavian-Japanese Insp. Mountain Home
This custom home, built in 2020, is the perfect spot to unwind. Located off of a private road (4-wheel drive isn't necessary), it sits on 4.25 acres, w/gorgeous views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Once there, you truly feel removed from the world. Its modern, Scandinavian-Japanese design is unique to the area. Includes: master bedroom, sleeping loft (queen-sized futon and custom Twin XL bunk beds); open kitchen/living area, covered and open patios. 10 minutes from Bryson City and Cherokee.

Cabin I Private hiking trails | Hot Tub I Sauna
Welcome to your private mountain escape in Lake Toxaway, NC! This 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin is a one-of-a-kind retreat, offering breathtaking sunset views, a peaceful wooded setting, and unique architectural details. Unwind in the hot tub under the stars, relax in the sauna, challenge your partner to air hockey, or cozy up by the fire pit—all while enjoying the beauty of nature. Plus, enjoy exclusive access to 3 miles of private hiking trails, perfect for exploring the great outdoors!

The Extra House
We have a comfortable Extra House we call it. Extra cozy extra cute Extra House. The house is right on the Tallulah River in Towns County. There is fishing/swimming hole about 100 ' up river and a waterfall up a trail behind the Big House about a 30 minute hike up and back. Longer if you jump in the falls. Trout fishing out the door and 6 miles of fishing along the main road. We have a 250' zipline into a swiming pond or get off before the water. Lots of hiking trails and waterfalls.

Cabin/relax to raging rapids/hiking trail/secluded
RELAX at Bearfoot Falls! private and peaceful, up in the mountain, nestled amongst national forestry, creeks and water rapids in back yard! Open the windows and listen to the sound of running water! Hiking trails right out of the backyard to beautiful water falls! Indoor fireplace, outdoor gas fire table on screened in porch and outdoor fire pit! NO CHILDREN UNDER 12 no pets, pet fee will be applied for service dogs and only upon review. 25 mins to Highlands! FB Page @BEARFOOTFALLS

Mill Creek Cottage, great view,$90& 0 cleaning fee
Don't let the price fool you. Check reviews. Cleaning fee of $50 only if there is a lot of cleanup. No pets, no parties.(6 person limit on property at one time. Two temporary guests above 4 who stay) ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ON PROPERTY! 4 PEOPLE MAX BABIES INCLUDED. $20 per day for each person over 4.( see "show more")2 bed 2 bath 2 level (main&unfinished basement). Grocery 14 minutes away. 2nd bath in unfinished basement. Fireplaces. Smart home. Clawfoot tub. Laundry. Firepit.

Franklin A-Frame with Hot Tub and Mountain Views
Escape to this stylish mountain retreat featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Relax on the spacious deck or soak in the private hot tub while taking in breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stay connected with high-speed internet, perfect for work or streaming during your stay. Ideally located for adventure: just 8 minutes to Downtown Franklin, 30 minutes to Highlands, 1 hour to Asheville, and close to countless hiking trails, waterfalls, scenic drives, and more!

Luxury Mountain View Getaway
Cloud 9 isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a place to feel. Elegant. Refined. Rooted in nature. Thoughtfully designed and tucked into the mountains, this soulful retreat offers stillness, beauty, and intention in every detail. It doesn’t compete with the land — it whispers into it. Here, quiet becomes the ultimate amenity. A place that feels like home — and a dream — all at once. Come experience the kind of calm that stays with you. Book your stay at Cloud 9

Walk-to-Downtown Retreat | Creekside + Hot Tub
Perfect get away, this 820-sq-ft creekside cabin blends 1950s charm with modern comforts—two queen bedrooms, a bright kitchen, and a relaxed living room. Step onto the back porch or creekside patio for slow mornings and sunset chats, then wander 5 minutes to downtown Clayton for dinner, craft drinks, and dessert. Afterward, slip into the hot tub under the stars. Trails, waterfalls, whitewater, and Black Rock Mountain vistas are minutes away.

Barndominium in the Nantahala National Forest
This newly built mountain home is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood bordering the Nantahala National Forest but just a ten-minute drive from downtown Franklin. Enjoy slow mornings on the wrap around deck while you take in the beautiful mountain views. Spend your days hiking, biking or fly fishing the numerous nearby trails and rivers. Then wrap up a perfect ending to your day in the hot tub or around a crackling fire watching the sunset.
Popular amenities for Highlands house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Peaceful Mountain at Sapphire Valley

Sapphire Mountain Views, 3BR/2BA, 1 Level

Sapphire Daze - an amazing view, with a cottage!

Keowee Key Luxury Condo - Stunning Views!

Mountain home w/ hot tub & backyard

Twice upon a stream

Lake Life House-Pet Friendly-Stunning Lake View!

Resort Amenities-Hot Tub- Game Room - Pet Friendly
Weekly house rentals

Cozy Mountain Hideaway-Pet Friendly & No Ext Fees

Downtown Cashiers Cozy Cabin- Sleeps 6

Luxury 4BR Mountain Home

Fall/Winter Special With Minimum 3 Day Stay

Creekside Cottage with Mountain Views

No Place Like Dome, Sapphire NC

Huge Views, Outdoor Tub, Fire Pit, Close to Town!

Newly renovated cottage, walk to town, great views
Private house rentals

Cozy Blueridge Mountain Retreat

The Happy Hacienda

Spectacular Pristine views 14minutes to Highlands!

Riverfront Escape | Sauna | Private Trails

Modern Cabin on Hogback Lake | Resort Access

3mi to Highlands -Hot Tub- Pet Friendly- Fireplace

Newly built 5 minutes to town! Gentle Bear Cottage

Blue Door Bungalow of Highlands
When is the best time to visit Highlands?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $514 NZD | $507 NZD | $471 NZD | $497 NZD | $536 NZD | $584 NZD | $618 NZD | $599 NZD | $599 NZD | $598 NZD | $586 NZD | $557 NZD |
| 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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Highlands holiday rentals start at $223 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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110 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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110 of Highlands holiday 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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