Escape to nature with this pet-friendly, family retreat just 15 minutes from Highlands! Perfect for hiking, relaxing, and playtime with the kids. Utilize the outdoor fire pit, indoor fireplace and the playhouse in the side yard full of games!
Scaly Mountain
Escape to nature with this pet-friendly, family retreat just 15 minutes from Highlands! Perfect for hiking, relaxing, and playtime with the kids. Utilize the outdoor fire pit, indoor fireplace and the playhouse in the side yard full of games!
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Highlands Close-to-Town Cabin, Pet-Friendly
Take in the mountain views from the back porch of our charming two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin in a residential neighborhood 3 miles from the grocery store and 3.5 miles to downtown Highlands. It is also in convenient proximity to area hiking and waterfalls.
PLEASE NOTE: - This is a residential area with many who live here year-round. Please be courteous to the neighbors. - The WIFI is not always dependable. - Pets are allowed for an additional $50 per stay. Unregistered pets will incur a $200 extra charge. - Electric vehicles will be charged $15 per day. Unregistered electric vehicles will incur an extra $200 charge. - Highlands is in a temperate rain forest. Some years we get lots of rain. Some winters we get a lot of snow. Please plan accordingly for your stay. If you are concerned about weather and road conditions we strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance as refunds are not offered due to weather conditions. We have many guests who book solely for the purpose of experiencing the unique weather patterns that Highlands experiences.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Brushy Face. Laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 9 minutes by car from Cullasaja River Gorge
Highlands Close-to-Town Cabin, Pet-Friendly offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Highlands cabin is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 990 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place trash in bear proof can. ALL TRASH MUST BE BAGGED.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sofia D.
17 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay. We loved the location of the house and its outdoor area.
Sofia D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Bonnie G.
22 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected location issues
Cabin was adequate and cozy. The drive to and from town was on a very difficult winding road and the driveway was extremely deceptive for exiting and caused a problem during our stay.