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❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked!

Family-friendly cabin in Highlands

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Front deck with 2 person swing and beautiful view
Beautiful view from the front deck just off the kitchen
Your true log cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains
Waterfall on property, must hike to reach (15-20 mins to reach). Worth the hike!
Front porch off the kitchen with Weber grill

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Cullasaja Falls
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jackson Hole Gem Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked!

Whether you are looking for a relaxing escape or a cozy base camp for adventure, this lovingly maintained and cared for log cabin has it all. Enjoy hot coffee on your private balcony attached to the Master suite or enjoy a crackling fire with a nightcap in front of one of your three wood burning fireplaces. Take a hike down the Troll Trail or stride down Fairy Lane to your own outdoor stage area with a large fire pit. Ready for adventure? Pack a water bottle and grab your hiking stick, then follow the nature trail to your own hidden eighteen-foot-tall waterfall and spacious natural swimming area!

Privacy at its finest! Being on 4.5 acres, and adjacent to National Forest Service Land in the heart of the Smoky Mountain wilderness, you'll find yourself surrounded by trees, hummingbirds, and crisp mountain air. The retreat is newly updated and furnished with 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths, plus a sleeper sofa in the living room. Each sleeping area comes with a Dohm Sound Conditioner, high thread-count sheets, and the most luxurious mattresses available. Enjoy dinner while listening to the intoxicating sounds of nature on your spacious verandah with teak dining table. A fully enclosed porch surrounded by windows is ideal for keeping cozy on snowy winter nights. The living area welcomes you to relax and read a book, complete a puzzle or unwind with a movie.

Everyone will enjoy the over 4,500 games on the brand-new full size 4 player arcade (multicade). So many games to choose from, including Pac-Man, Frogger, Tetris, Super Mario Brothers, Contra, Joust, Burger Time, Donkey Kong and hundreds of other classics.

Stay active during your mountain getaway with our garage gym featuring a REP Fitness rack, dumbbells, resistance bands, and jump ropes for your strength training sessions.

Challenge family and friends to table tennis matches on our professional folding ping pong table, or gather around our gaming tables for board game nights.

Children are sure to enjoy their adventures acting out plays in front of the mountain carved theater seating or making smores in one of the fireplaces. With 2100 square feet there is space for everyone to find their own book worthy nook.

Continue your adventures nearby, where you will find gem mining, highly rated hiking trails, waterfalls and 5-Star dining on Highlands Plateau, which is an 11-mile drive (20 minutes or longer for people unaccustomed to these winding roads) on North Carolina’s Beautiful Scenic Waterfall Byway, named for the 200 waterfalls surrounding the route.

Wi-Fi (using SpaceX’s Starlink) included and great cell service for AT&T and Verizon (T-Mobile is patchy).


Additional amenities include:

* New whole house air conditioning and heating system

* Amazing 4 Player arcade with 4,500+ games!

* Weber Gas Grill with grill tools and propane included

* 2 Car detached garage

* Tesla EV Charger available, compatible with Tesla and other electric vehicles (unlimited free charging during your stay); non-Tesla vehicles may require a J1772 adapter (not provided).

* Amazon Alexa with Unlimited Music Subscription (located on Coffee Server)

* Fully stocked kitchen

* YouTube TV Subscription (included) for watching live TV including news and sports

* Washer and dryer

* Sleeper Sofa

* Plenty of books, games and puzzles to choose from

* 11 Miles (20-minute drive) to downtown Highlands, 13 minutes to downtown Franklin

*You must be 25 to rent this house. Bachelor or bachelorette, fraternity or sorority parties are not accepted. This is a family’s home.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Highlands Biological Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja Falls - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Dry Falls - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 18 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Highlands BBQ Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Captain D's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪J. Henry - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at ❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked! located?

This family-friendly Highlands cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Cullasaja Falls and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Lake Glenville and Dry Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was just as described. We especially enjoyed the waterfall on property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year in a row staying in this beautiful cabin and we loved every minute of it! It’s perfect for our family of four. We all stay fully entertained with the kid's playroom, outdoor theatre, fire pit, private waterfall, and so much more! The cabin is so clean and cozy and stocked with everything we need for a week of family fun in the mountains!! We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Beautiful se

Beautiful house and property. The hike to the waterfalls were challenging, but worth it. We spent hours down there and loved tge fact is was ours for the week.Plenty of space to spread out.Loved the coffee bar. The kitchen had everything we needed. Overall the house and property were warm and inviting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Mountain retreat

We loved this place! It was perfect for getting away as a family and had so many activities in and at the cabin itself for our kids. The hike to the waterfall is completely worth it! We loved the privacy and yet it was close enough to several towns to not be an issue for going out to eat or shopping. The cabin itself was beautiful and immaculate. We absolutely plan on coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan N.

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

A Perfect Place

My wife & I celebrated our 29th anniversary. The cabin is spacious and very comfortable. Had everything we needed. The lot is easy to get too and the property and views are terrific. I am 62 and the hike down to the water fall was a little tough on my knees going down but no problem coming back up. The climb is a little steep. The water Fall is amazing and worth the hike.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Great Cabin!

Was a great cabin but rained for 5 days. Had 1 day outside. Was so disappointed we were not able to hike to the waterfall as well as see sunsets. Maybe next time!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby I.

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

Lovely cabin

We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It had everything we needed and then some. The property was beautiful with wonderful hiking trails. We enjoyed the outdoor theater and hike to the waterfalls. The snow made it even more beautiful. Would definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Very nice property convenient to Highlands and the surrounding area.

Very nice property convenient to Highlands and the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kimberly L.

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

Loved the woodsy mountain location with lots of western facing decks to enjoy the views.

Easy experience, thoughtful amenities. Loved the coffee station, decks and comfy furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beauty All Around

Perfect location for a restorative week! Well appointed restful retreat with room for everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay Y.

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

THE Perfect "Getaway" Cabin !!!!!

This little slice of mountain deliciousness is the epitome of what most are looking for in a "Cabin in the Mountains" !!!! It has everything ...... literally !!! Great hosts and great location .......... I can't find a single thing I would change or ask to be different.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda E.

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

December 2023 Stay

Cabin and location were wonderful. It accommodated everyone. Cabin was really stocked, better than I've ever seen. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

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

Amazing Escape!

This place was everything we could have asked for. Beautiful views, lots of space, and easily the most well-stocked, turn-key vacation rental we’ve ever stayed at. There’s a beautiful waterfall on the property that was great to hike to, and our kids loved the tree house, the arcade, and all of the board games and toys. Perfect for a family getaway. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

PJ H.

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

Awesome house for vacation

The house was amazing. The drive was a short distance to town, great location. The private drive to the house was well maintained, a access even when accessing after an evening out. We plan to come agin with family in 2024
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Perfect Cabin in the Mountains

Thank you! It was perfect. The Hike to the waterfall was a little difficult for some if you’re not experienced I wouldn’t recommend it. We enjoyed the hike it was worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

We enjoyed the solitude and quiet of the cabin. The waterfall was a great surprise but not for little kids to hike. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Agnes K.

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

Breath👏taking👏

I can’t even describe how amazing this cabin is. It is in a perfect, secluded location making our stay even more relaxing. There was not a dull moment for the kids. They lived the adventures to the waterfalls and hikes around the property. They couldn’t resist a swim in the freezing, November waters of the swimming hole. The cabin was cozy and clean. Supplied with everything we needed. We will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laur H.

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

Peaceful and private cabin

Close to town yet you feel like you’re on your own private mountain. One of the best thoughtfully stocked cabins we have rented in NC. Don’t miss the waterfall hike! It’s a challenge but so worth it!! Comfy beds, kitchen made meal time fun and I already miss my swing!! Great view.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Linda S.

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

Nice home

Lovely home, only needed to replace burnt out a few lightbulbs and place a lightbulb in master bedroom bedside lamp. Otherwise all was as expected. Thank you for a lovely experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

WONDERFUL, QUIET STAY

We had a wonderful time during our 2 1/2 week stay. Property is very beautiful and made even more so with the waterfall hike on the property. Hike is very steep going down and back up but manageable if you're in even somewhat decent shape. Hiking sticks are definitely recommended but the hike is well worth it. We also enjoyed the location as it is almost half way in between Franklin and Highlands. This allowed us the best of both worlds given the different aspects of the two towns. The owners were very quick to respond. We did not need much contact since we are very familiar with the area after owning a home in the NC mountains for 21 years. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us. It allowed us full relaxation and the ability to focus on enjoying the area.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona M.

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

Peaceful getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. The waterfalls on the property were beautiful, careful getting to them. The path to them is not easy to hike down, so if you have mobility issues you may have to skip the hike. There are other paths on the property to walk/hike along. The cabin is secluded, you can see other cabins, but they are not close. The cabin was very roomy and comfortable. There is a Keurig and coffee pot if you need your caffeine. Plenty of pots and pans if you want to cook. The view from the master bedroom is fantastic. The mattress in that bedroom is firm. The arcade game is fun to play, many, many games. Found old games that brought back many memories from the past. There is a shelf full of puzzles and board games. We had a few family game nights. We didn't use the TV's so we can't speak to the available channels/shows. Internet was good, we were able to work remotely when needed. The heating system was tricky to first use, but we figured it out. Before our stay, the owner answered my questions quickly. We had a peaceful and comfortable stay. If we are ever in the area in the future - we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great cabin, Beautiful area!

The cleanliness of the cabin was absolutely immaculate, and it was very well stocked. The only suggestions I would have would be in the construction and arrangement of certain parts of the cabin itself, which is probably irrelevant here. But truly, it is a wonderful cabin with a fantastic view and so many places to explore on the property itself! Absolutely loved it! I loved both the indoor and outdoor porch areas, the available books and games for those who like to stay in for a relaxing day, and the sound of the Beautiful waterfall nearby. It’s too bad that the park service cannot clean some of the dead trees off the path to the Buck Creek waterfall as some of them could impose some serious danger. We witnessed one fall on another waterfall hike we went on elsewhere on this trip. Perhaps the park service may consider that if they were aware? In any event, the experience was mostly wonderful. The friendliest and actually most helpful people during the whole process were the cleaners themselves. Since we arrived a tad early, we got the chance to meet them, and they were very nice, and even gave suggestions on places to go, things to see, and restaurant opinions which we welcomed. Though we had been to the area before, we always welcome new ideas, and people who freely give them. Hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

M R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our family had a great stay in this home. The amenities were exactly like described but very dated. We enjoyed the hikes to the waterfall on the property but note that its not for everyone. It's steep!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene setting with beautiful views from the lower and upper deck. Well shocked home with everything you need for your home away from home. Garage access and fitness equipment a plus. Conveniently located to great restaurants, shopping, hiking, and picturesque waterfalls including a waterfall on the property. The hike to the waterfall is quite challenging, but worth it!
Sunset from the upper deck.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is AMAZING! There is a private waterfall on property that is incredible- being older was a bit scary hiking down to it but definitely worth the trip. The property managers Sally and Jerry were great and communicated well. The stocked kitchen was an added bonus . There were many thoughtful touches and the binder left for us had so much information about the area with things to see and do. Although the home needs a little TLC, it was wonderful being able to share the week with our two pups. The views from decks were breathtaking! Sunsets were gorgeous! We hope to be back next August!
Peaceful beautiful skies each night
View from deck
Tree house on property
Wish our grandkids were with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sally Mass, Realtor-Broker, Property Manager

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Mustang Sally Mass is a Realtor and Property Manager in Franklin, NC.

Why they chose this property

Inviting and comfortable cabin for a family vacation and getaway in the Mountains of North Carolina. Discover on-site water features and nature trail.

What makes this property unique

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