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~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'

Family-friendly cabin in Highlands with a hot tub

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Front entrance
Outdoor Fire Pit
Front entrance
Bridge to the best galleries!
Downtown Highlands with fabulous shopping and dining!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Jackson Hole Gem Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Other (See Description)

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'

** WELCOME TO HUNTER'S LODGE**

Spectacular, panoramic mountain view from sunrise to sunset. Sitting on 12 acres, this custom built, luxury home is located on Highlands Mountain. 15 minutes from downtown Highlands. On top of Highlands Mountain. It is one of the the highest homes in the area, placed right next to forest service land for additional privacy and easy access to hiking trails. Maps for hiking trails are available in home.
****View is so expansive that you can see hawks and eagles soaring past the balconies*****

***Home was built by a renowned custom log home builder with handmade, custom features throughout entire home****

The house is fully stocked (towels, linens, soap, toilet tissue, garbage bags, paper towels, cleaning agents, etc.).400-1200 count sheets throughout. Temperpedic master bed. Down comforters throughout home. Thirsty towels throughout. The refrigerator has purified water.The spring fed tap water is remarkable and guests take a gallon or 2 home with them. A fully stocked gourmet kitchen with mountain views awaits your culinary skills. Please bring charcoal if you plan on using outside grill. Also bring fire logs if you plan on using the outside fire pit.
*If you are booked during the winter months, please bring a bag of "ice melt" or sand just in case the driveway gets icy.*
Please extinguish fire and empty trash after enjoying the fire pit.
In winter months, please pick up 1-2 bags of salt in case of snow. 4WD vehicles are also recommended if you know it is going to be snowing. If you do not have a 4WD vehicle and we get a snow storm, just park at the top of driveway on the grass.
The property looks and feels like a 5 star mountain resort. Spend the day hiking on groomed, creekside mountain trails and your evening dining at an award winning restaurant in Highlands. We have run into town to buy supplies only to find ourselves still there 5 hours later exploring the many unique shops and trying a new restaurant for lunch and/or dinner. Coming home to this beautiful estate is priceless. Fireplaces inside and out will thrill you all 4 seasons with the push a a remote control button. Fire pit for memorable outdoor nights by a roaring fire.
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, plus loft (Sleeps 8)

**Can't find availability for this year? You can check next year's availability on the calendar. Also check calendar often, we sometimes get a cancellation)**
**If your dates are not available, please email us, as there is another cabin we own that is available to rent,
(VRBO# 763694).**
**The botanical gardens is located 3.5 miles away in downtown Highlands. Dry Falls is 2.5 miles away.The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts is 2.5 miles away from the Lodge. The Farmers Market is 3 miles from the property. Whiteside Mountain is 3.1 miles away.

For more information, availability, and photographs, please visit my Link at the bottom of this page. This also serves as a blog to add your comments.

Minimum stay is 3 nights. (check in at 4:00pm; check out at 10:00am). Later check out time may be available upon request and with approval only.

All special requests will be considered. Pet friendly after approval from owners.

Maximum number of people staying: 8-9
Charge of $25 per person per night will apply for more than 8 guests after approval.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must have written approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All trash must be bagged and tied. $100 fee applies Do not leave any food or crumbs on counters-- ants. $75 charge-early check in or late check out
Outdoor hot tub must be covered and strapped. All boxes must be broken down and stacked between garbage receptacles. $75 fee will apply if not done.
Damaged or missing items will incur fee. If dog is approved, all waste must be picked up. No pups on beds or furniture to avoid fees.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Highlands Biological Station and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve, while The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cullasaja Falls - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Dry Falls - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 16 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS' located?

This family-friendly Highlands cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Cullasaja Falls. Dry Falls and Cliffside Lake Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 179 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Hunters lodge

Nice property, i like the fact that its remote. The owners were responsive to messages. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg M.

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

Christmas in Highlands

Owner very responsive. Property is unique and very secluded but close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Great Mountain cabin

... I say cabin but the house is sizable, with more room than I expected. The location is great with nice views, while reasonably close to Highlands. It has an outdoor fireplace on the deck, as well an indoor one. We enjoyed sitting on the deck every evening (when we weren't in the hottub). You can book this property with no regrets!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Elk Grove

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

Family Time

We enjoyed our time together at the Lodge and definitely will plan to stay again. Location was perfect for us and lots of room to spread out as a family. Play room was a huge hit with younger crowd and hot tub was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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

Paradise!

This was the perfect property for our Motorcycle getaway! The area is so Beautiful, Waterfalls are spectacular, roads are perfect for our Riding. We spent so much time under the covered entry and the back patio it was amazing! The Kitchen was perfect for cooking our dinners! Overall one of the Best vacations and VRBO's ever. I have to give a Big Thank You to DJ our Host, she went above and beyond helping me with everything, I will be back to this Property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Best vacation ever!

It was like going to a 5 star resort in the beautiful mountains. The cabin was gorgeous and fully stocked with everything you could ever need for a great vacation. Chef's kitchen with top of the line appliances, beautiful rock fireplace, very comfortable beds with all the linens, breathtaking views of the mountains. Very private and a great place to get away from it all without being too far from town. The owner was very easy to contact and attentive to needs. Will definitely come back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Beautiful mountain cabin

We absolutely loved this house. We had 4 adults and 4 1/2 kids. The children loved the bunk bed room. The other 2 rooms with queens were very comfortable, clean and had great views. The house was very well kept and fully stocked with everything we needed. The views were incredible. We cooked smores in the fire pit one night and the children loved it. About a 15-20 min very windy drive to Highlands, but worth it. I would definitely recommend this cabin to others and we will hopefully get to return ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Chattanooga, Tennessee

Idyllic

From the moment we rolled up to the front door of Hunter's Lodge, we knew we were in for a wonderful girl's weekend! Everything you have seen in the photos is accurately represented....only better. We all had our own bedrooms and bathrooms. Every creature comfort was addressed. However, as beautiful and comfortable the house was, we spent the majority of our time out on the back porch. We started in the morning with a cup of coffee and wound up the day looking at the stars. I can't wait to plan another trip to the Highlands and bring my husband. ***** for sure!!!!!

8/10 Good

Sally H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great house for family/group

We really enjoyed all that this house had to offer. The view is fantastic, and the setup of the house lends itself well to spending time together in shared spaces as well as having plenty ’s own. We had trouble with the hot tub not getting above 95 degrees, which was never resolved. There were also two non-working door knobs onto the porch, which limited porch access to one door. This seems like something the homeowner and guests would want to have fixEd asap. We would eagerly rent this house again if these issues were rectified. It is a lovely place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tyler V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location that was quiet and private. Close proximity to Highlands, hiking and great scenic drives.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so roomy for all of us to spread out in. Kitchen had all the equipment etc to cook a meal in. Kids loved the bunk room and game room. Adults loved the back porch and fire places. It is centrally located to all the waterfalls and hikes around Cashiers, Highlands, and Franklin. I have been coming to the area for about 20 years. This time we found two waterfall hikes that I have never been to one is called secret Falls near Highlands and the other is Rufus Morgan Falls near Franklin very close to Wayah Bald.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with awesome porch to enjoy fresh air and in our case wonderful thunderstorms. Kitchen has everything you could want. We enjoyed the game room too.
Peachy drinks on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed. Peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

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

Great experience

We loved the mountain lodge—great character, comfortable, good amenities, comfy beds. Hosts DJ & Hunter were very helpful & responsive to any questions. A special thanks for the info re: hikes. Bartram Trail near the house was spectacular, even on a cloudy day. Thanks & we plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Cozy Cabin with Stunning Mountain Views and Exceptional Hospitality!

We had an amazing stay at this cabin! The mountain view was absolutely stunning, and we couldn’t get enough of it. The host was incredibly responsive and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. Getting to enjoy the snow was an unexpected bonus that made the trip even more special. We can only imagine how breathtaking the view must be in the fall when the leaves change colors. This was a perfect getaway, and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy K.

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

Great Time at The Hunter's Lodge

Enjoyed a nice quiet Thanksgiving week at the property. Everything was perfect. Beautiful area, near plenty of National Forests and Parks. We had a great time. The Cabin was very comfortable and nice. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

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

BEAUTIFUL cabin with amazing views!!

The cabin and property grounds were beautiful! We really enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit, and views! It was so peaceful and a nice getaway from city life. The host left a bottle of wine and a bag of coffee, which was very thoughtful. The bedroom on the main is great for those who cannot climb the stairs. The kitchen is well-equipped along with all the basic supplies. We had a great time visiting several of the local waterfalls and trails. We will definitely be back! Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICK C., Fort Lauderdale, FL

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

Short and perfect Getaway!!

If you want to get away from the craziness of the world and reconnect with nature, this is the place. Well taken care of and with all the basics covered. I will stay again if I can find the time :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Matthew W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Very Disappointed with the Property Manager/Owner

Over all the property is nice and secluded, everything we were hoping for. Here are the issues we had though. First: the house is rather dark, especially the upstairs, this is mainly because several of the bulbs were out in chandeliers that could not be easily reached. Second: the out door fire place did not work at all, the property manager indicated they’d send someone out but didn’t happen. Lastly: if you shower in the upstairs master water will leak through the light fixture in the downstairs bathroom. This did not bother us, I understand this is a home not a hotel. What got me is that they have tried to levy additional charges for leaving “un-bagged garbage” in their bins. We did leave a wine box with empty bottles and a beer box in them and for this they are trying to bill us for an additional $125 dollars. Looking through other comments they have done similar things to others. I would not recommend this place unless you are willing to pay for additional charges after you leave. I have never had issues like this before with VRBO properties, this one however was rather disappointing after the fact.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Gainesville fl

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

Fabulous Property

We enjoyed every minute we were at Hunter's Lodge. It is a fantastic property. The view from the porch is amazing. What a perfect place to spend Thanksgiving and with the outdoor area it would be fantastic in the summer. The property is large so you never feel like anyone is nearby. Your kitchen is amazingly equipped. The only thing we felt missing were wine glasses, but that was no big deal. We could definitely tell, based on some of your decor, you must enjoy wine as much as we do. Thank you again for having such a wonderful home and sharing it with us. MHS
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Douglas F.

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

Relaxing

Wonderful watching the sun rise over the mountain!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best stay ever!

This was such a wonderful experience in an amazing house with incredible views. The hosts were very accommodating and responsive. The house is nicely decorated and gives you the quintessential mountain experience. My kids didn’t run out of any activities and had a blast playing in the game room and outside. We will absolutely stay here again. Thank you so much for your kindness and hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Denise M., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic with great views

Beautiful setting, enjoyed our stay. Scenic drive into Highlands, only about 15 mins away. Plenty of parking space, great covered entry access for unloading and loading. Game room was fun with ping pong and foosball. Chess set and tic tac toe were also a hit. Mountain views and sunrises were awesome! Light snow on our drive up made for an exceptional wake up mountain view the next morning. Nice trail to hike right on property. DJ was very responsive and provided answers for all of our questions. Very quiet area and very relaxing. We had AWD with snow mode and had no issues navigating the driveway with light snow and ice. Indoor gas fireplace with switch to start was so easy and used it multiple times. Thanks for a nice long weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

We loved this property and enjoyed unplugging with our family for 4 nights. Will definitely be Back

We loved the Hunters Lodge experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M., Loganville, USA

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

Beautiful Cabin

Hunter’s Lodge is exactly as described. DJ was very quick to answer any questions we had. The cabin is secluded, but is still a really short drive into Highlands. I’ve never stayed in a cabin that provides what we had at Hunter’s Lodge; spices, seasonings, condiments, k-cups, creamer, body wash, shampoo, robes, and the list goes on. The kitchen has every pot, pan or utensil you would need. Our family had such a wonderful time I would definitely recommend Hunter’s Lodge and give it a 5 Star, Excellent rating. Thank you DJ!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

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