See all properties
Entire home

Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin

Photo gallery for Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin

Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

View map
Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower

Queen bedroom bath

Shower only

Twin bedroom bath

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin

Unique cabin with breathtaking views just 1/2 mile from town center. New, fully stocked kitchen, 3 bedrooms with private balconies with mountain view, and 3 renovated bathrooms. Large living area perfect for entertaining. Living area has main deck with breathtaking views. Main floor bedroom with king and adjoining bath. Middle floor has 2 bedrooms: Queen with adjoining bath and 2 twins with adjoining bath. Laundry on ground floor.

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Back Porch Sunset
Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit
Lake Sequoyah
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is not child proof
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are not allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No outside noise after 10pm No loose trash in outside can or $50 fine Trash pickup tuesday and friday

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the mountains. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club. Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including power boating, birdwatching and wildlife walks.
View more Holiday homes in HighlandsOpens in a new window
Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Highlands Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Highlands Biological Station - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin?

As of 26 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin on 5 May 2026 start from NZ$723, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking views 1/2 mile from town at Skye High Cabin located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja River Gorge. Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Playhouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views are magnificent and location is perfect!!!! Charming Highlands getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Howard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was as advertised and the view from the deck is awesome. Cleanliness was acceptable except for the glass in the sliding glass doors on the main floor. We would come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location!

We rented this house for a wedding in Highlands and would absolutely rent again. The location couldn’t have been more perfect, the house was super clean, well stocked and host communication was stellar. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip to Highlands

Great location, beautiful views
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cleveland C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Georgous home with incredible views!

We had the best stay and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect mountain getaway

The views from the back deck are spectacular and the house is beautifully decorated with many updates. And of course, the location, just a half mile from town, is perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with amazing view!

We had a terrific stay. The owner was so kind and worked with us. No photos can do justice to the views. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

We came with our family of 5 plus my Mom and had a wonderful time. The views were incredible and the home was very charming. We will definitely be back to Highlands soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We love our stay in comfortable house with peaceful view. Wonderfully stocked kitchen and place very clean and quiet. Only issue is driveway could be graded better Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway for New Year

Absolutely perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Williams house is warm , elegant with Great views

We will rent this property again! Delightful family vacation for us, great views from Porch! comfortable clean elegant , home close to town. It has it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holt knob trip

House was wonderful, very well stocked!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcome respite from the Gulf Coast summer heat

Great location to disappear for a few days. Classic soft Mountain Views in a unique eclectic neighborhood with narrow winding streets perfect for daily walks. Five minutes from Main Street and local grocery with a five star wine selection.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GENE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great with exception of driveway access

The house was very nice, comfortable beds and the view was amazing! However, the driveway was VERY steep and difficult to get in and out of.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!!

This was an amazing location to easily walk in to town with beautiful views!! You cannot find many rental properties this close proximity to downtown Highlands with spectacular views. The kitchen was also well stocked with good knives, pots and pans, and cooking essentials.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skye High Weekend Stay

Up in the Highlands for a wedding. We enjoyed our two night stay. Beautiful house up high on the hill with great views of the changing fall seasonal colors. Took a nice walk into town on Saturday for shopping and attending the wedding that evening. Would recommend it to others and would stay there again if visiting the Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebekah r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful home with breathtaking views. We saw deer, beavers and many species of birds outside our window. We walked to town a couple of days and explored the beauty of Highlands,NC. The owners were extremely helpful and quick to resolve any hiccups along the way. We will definitely return to make more memories in this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible views

Breathtaking views from the living area and deck. The house is very nicely decorated and well-appointed, and is convenient to downtown Highlands. The owner, Susannah, was responsive and accomodating. The driveway can be a little tricky at first to back into/out of, especially if you have multiple vehicles, but is easily navigated after a time or two.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbeatable views, great location and modern, pristine home

We had a fantastic six night stay. The views of the mountains from the living space and expansive deck are incredible. The rooms and bathrooms were clean and updated. It was the best equipped kitchen I have ever had in a vacation rental. The appliances are new. It was a very short drive into town. Some days are teens walked into town. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

In Need of TLC

Beautiful view and great location but those are the only two positive attributes to this property unfortunately for our family. If you are traveling with small children that need supervision this is not the rental for you. We spent nearly our entire vacation ensuring our child was safe. The spaces in between the railings on the back porch and stairs are far too wide and would be surprised if they are up to code. A small child could easily slip through if you were not paying attention. There are also large spaces outside that a small child could slip and fall down the mountain. As a mother, this was externally nerve racking all week for our family. There are three levels of stairs which also need to be blocked for small children. I wish it notated somewhere on the description “ not suitable for families with small children,” and I hope this review helps future new families find another location to rent. Regarding the property in general, it is in need of major TLC. There are NO Televisions in this rental outside of one single outdated TV on the second floor. So if you are looking to watch TV on the main floor or in your bedrooms, you are out of luck. The furniture is weathered and quite frankly unacceptable. The furniture in the TV room was outdoor furniture, which was appalling. The beds have steel frames that our group constantly hit our heads on. Cabinets in the kitchen, which from the pictures look remodeled had to be from the original build. The carpet was stained. The closet doors did not slide properly and there were no hangers in the entire property. Honestly, I could go on and on but the house just needs to be gutted. For the price you pay, we were expecting more and are disappointed. Wonderful trip to the Highlands but will never stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Absentee Owner on Vacation

This is a beautiful property that is as good as the pictures. Beautifully furnished, with a great view. Guests understand that sometimes issues happen to homes rented on VRBO. They judge hosts based on how quickly they resolve the issues and how fairly they treat the guests that had their vacations interrupted. We had problems, the owner didn't quickly resolve the problem or fairly compensate for the problems. I checked in late on Saturday and the home was very warm. I opened up all the windows. Sunday I was out all day. When I returned Sunday evening, the property was 88 degrees inside and humid, like a spa. I messaged to the owner, then when there was no reply I messaged again, then a third time. You know there's a problem when the Air Conditioning's not working during a heat wave and the owner replies " I wished you had texted me or David who is the other owner in the house. I have been in Europe and got back late last night and just seeing these emails. I was in Amsterdam when I responded about the broken screens. We will call the HVAC company asap." There was no other owner listed in the contact information on the app and I communicate by the VRBO app, not text. Two more days of hot humid days & nights and finally an appointment for an HVAC vendor on the last day, but there was just one catch. I received a message after 11am that the HVAC vendor would be arriving between 2 and 4. "I gave them instructions to get the key from the lockbox in case you are not there so please make sure that the key is there so they can get in". The owner doesn't have a contractors key on the property. I was 2 hours away at an outing and had to cancel my plans to return to the house to let the HVAC vendor in. The owner promised on the third day "for the inconvenience, we will give you some credit off your stay". After I checked out the owner responded "Based on the timeline of events and the unseasonably warm temperatures which resulted in the HVAC companies service call backlog, we are comfortable with extending one night credit. I have already this credit back for $400 through VRBO to you."
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oasis & Close to town!

We had an absolutely beautiful weekend in this home! We look forward to coming back! Five Stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highlands

We enjoyed our stay and everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the area. Great home.

Very satisfied
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Nice views and awesome sunrise!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susannah Kinsey

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback