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Near Highlands: 36-Acre Scaly Mountain Lodge

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A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees.
A wooden deck with a bench and chairs, overlooking a forested landscape with a view of distant mountains.
A natural waterfall in a forested area.
A patio with a fire pit, stone seating, and a view of a house with string lights.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Outpost
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Scaly Mountain

Scaly Mountain is home to this holiday home. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Andy's Trout Farm and Highlands Biological Station. Travelling with kids? Consider Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Scaly Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Highlands Outpost - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Highlands Aerial Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park - 22 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dillard House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Hound Barbecue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cupboard Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Julep Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Highlands: 36-Acre Scaly Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Near Highlands: 36-Acre Scaly Mountain Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Near Highlands: 36-Acre Scaly Mountain Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Highlands: 36-Acre Scaly Mountain Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Highlands: 36-Acre Scaly Mountain Lodge located?

This family-friendly Scaly Mountain holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center. Highlands Outpost and Highlands Aerial Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was beautiful. Loved watching the sunsets from the front porch. We also saw several deer while we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pat&Chris

Our experience was awesome. The place is amazing. Beautiful view, very private. Enjoyed fireplace outside. Entire place is very well equipped. Would Definitely stay again. 5 Stars.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Tranquility Lodge and had the opportunity to relax by the outdoor fire pit. Providing a comfortable, memorable experience for our guests is our goal, and we’re grateful for your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back for another tranquil mountain getaway soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is just an amazing mountain getaway! Very private. 36 acres on top of a 3700’ mountain. The driveway up is in good shape and this property is so accessible vs. some of the really remote and hard to get to places we’ve stayed previously. Close to midway between Highlands, Franklin, and Clayton, GA. We enjoyed fires inside and around the beautiful outside fire pit area. Morning coffee on the deck or screened porch, and sunsets on the front deck. Very roomy and 2 upstairs suites make it perfect for 2 couples and kids. No concern about disturbing neighbors, there aren’t any! Have fun! So much to do and see just a short drive away.
Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit to Tranquility Lodge and definitely won't be our last! The location is so secluded yet so close to everything the mountains have to offer. We really appreciate the little extras that Carol provides such as the coffee and snack bar to hold you over until you can get to the store, the lovely soaps and toiletry supplies in the bathrooms, and the fire/bbq supplies. The house is so warm and inviting, the beds are cozy and comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked, and the view surrounding property is is beyond belief.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We’re so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Tranquility Lodge and appreciated the special touches we provide for our guests. Creating a comfortable, memorable experience is important to us, and it’s always rewarding to hear when we’ve succeeded. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was well equipped. loved that each bedroom had its own bathroom. loved the outdoor areas, very nice landscaping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. We love to hear our efforts to provide a well equipped kitchen snd coffee station added to your enjoyment during your stay. We would welcome you back any time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good place to stay

Nice quite lodge
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Great cabin and very secluded, just what we were looking for. The cabin is WELL stocked with everything you need. As a family who travels a lot this place meet all my expectations and glad we booked. We look forward to returning in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Fantastic mountain home with a wonderful outdoor fire pit area and beautiful views. The home was clean and extremely well stocked. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
Owner's response: "Thank you for your review and comments. We are so glad you and your guests enjoyed your stay at Tranquility Lodge. We would love to have you back for future stays."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

Very nice and private, beautiful view. Would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

Great Location for wedding, hiking and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your excellent review, Martin. Our location, only five minutes from The Vineyard at High Holly, is a perfect venue for wedding guests. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Tranquility Lodge and look forward to seeing you again."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous spot

What a beautiful setting with a spectacular view! We loved having so much privacy and space to explore. The fire pit was fabulous! They even supplied firewood and s’mores kits. Comfy beds, well stocked kitchen and a cozy fireplace. Carol was great and very responsive.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Seclusion with great view

We greatly enjoyed our stay at Tranquility Lodge. The private location and awesome view were better than we expected. After exploring area we looked forward to returning to house and spending hours enjoying the back porch. The place was very clean and well equipped. The host Carol was very responsive and helpful. We would definitely recommend to others.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2024
From the owner: "Marcus, We are so happy to hear that you and your guests (and your pups) enjoyed your recent stay at Tranquility Lodge. Thank you for your review!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tranquil and Romantic Escape!

We stayed a few nights here and wish we could have stayed a bit longer. The sunsets were truly awe-inspiring.Tranquility Lodge lived up to its name and was perfect for a romantic getaway. We spent a lot of our time chilling on the back patio enjoying the fresh mountain air. We felt right at home and it was so cozy. Carol was a great host. Will definitely come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

We stayed a few nights here and wish we could have stayed a bit longer. The sunsets were truly awe-inspiring.Tranquility Lodge lived up to its name and was perfect for a romantic getaway. We spent a lot of our time chilling on the back patio.We felt right at home and it was so cozy. Carol was a great host. Will definitely come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility at it's best!

This is the most serene and peaceful place we have ever stayed, bar none! The view from the front deck is perfect - the most beautiful we have ever experienced! The surrounding garden is lush with so many beautiful plants and flowers - we lost count of all the butterfly species we spotted. The house is warm, inviting, and comfortable from top to bottom. The location seems so remote but is only fifteen or twenty minutes to any of the nearest towns. We, along with our pup, especially enjoyed the walking trail on the property and hanging out by the outside firepit in the evenings. Carol is such an accommodating host and provided all the essentials needed to make us feel welcome. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review and sharing your experience at Tranquility Lodge. Your stay was definitely during peak “butterfly season” and we are thrilled you were able to enjoy the outside property as much as inside! It is such a pleasure to share our home with our guests and their pups and would welcome you back any time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What a view!

This is the most serene and peaceful place we have ever stayed, bar none! The view from the front deck is perfect - the most beautiful we have ever experienced! The surrounding garden is lush with so many beautiful plants and flowers - we lost count of all the butterfly species we spotted. The house is warm, inviting, and comfortable from top to bottom. The location seems so remote but is only fifteen or twenty minutes to any of the nearest towns. We, along with our pup, especially enjoyed the walking trail on the property and hanging out by the outside firepit in the evenings. Carol is such an accommodating host and provided all the essentials needed to make us feel welcome. We cannot wait to go back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded Vacation Home

Wow, how do you describe a secluded location on the top of a mountain with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains? This was a perfect location for our mountain getaway. The owner provided everything but the food. This was one of the best VRBO locations that we had ever rented. From the spices in the cabinet to the toothbrush and toothpaste in the bathrooms to the firewood for the firepit, this place had just about anything one would need for comfort. The addition of outdoor lighting provided ample illumination to walk around the property at night. The bedrooms are large and provide plenty of space with large walking closets. Each bedroom also has its own fully stocked bathroom. I would highly recommend a 4-wheel drive vehicle to negotiate the steep incline on a gravel road getting to this home. We had no issues on our first time up the driveway in 2-wheel drive but used 4-wheel drive any time we came back to the property. Keep in mind that the closest grocery store is Piggly Wiggly in Dillard, GA which is about 6.6 miles away, so stock up before you show up. For entertainment, I would highly recommend Highlands Aerial Park for zipline adventures and The Vinyard at High Holly, both are only minutes away. We also played golf at Sky Valley Resort and the course is fabulous. In closing, I would like to thank the owners for sharing this beautiful location. It was one of the most relaxing vacations we have taken in a long time. We will not hesitate to book this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional venue, excellent host communication, and a wonderful experience from start to finish! We will certainly be coming up to visit again, as soon as we get the chance!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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