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Lakefront Cabin, 2 bedrooms downstairs, 2 upstairs in loft - Sleeps 6

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A spacious wooden interior with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
Outdoor dining
A wooden cabin-style kitchen with built-in cabinets, a central island, and a large window.
A spacious wooden cabin with a central kitchen, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a dining area, and a comfortable seating space.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Country Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Cabin, 2 bedrooms downstairs, 2 upstairs in loft - Sleeps 6

Enjoy a peaceful cabin getaway on Apple Lake, 5 minutes from Highlands, NC. Highlands is a small charming mountain town with great restaurants, spa, theater, music concerts, and shopping. At over 4100 feet in elevation, there is rarely a hot summer night. This cabin has large cathedral ceilings, and a huge wood burning stone fire place. You are minutes from scenic waterfalls and hiking trails. Enjoy cooking your own meals, paddle a kayak on the lake or fish for bass or brim from a private dock. Enjoy eating on the covered porch or two decks, and watching the hummingbirds fly by. Wonderful for a family vacation or romantic getaway!

Pet Policy:
We permit Dogs ONLY (no cats, birds, snakes, etc.) on a case-by-case basis for an additional fee. Visiting pets must be on a Flea Prevention program.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 3-minute drive from Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Highlands cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

On departure, all dirty dishes need to be in dishwasher.
On departure, remove bed linens and towels and put in laundry room
On departure, lock door and put keys in key lock and return to door, or leave inside house.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee $25/dog. No dogs on furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Cabin not child proof. Need to wear lifejackets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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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Lakefront Cabin, 2 bedrooms downstairs, 2 upstairs in loft - Sleeps 6 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was excellent. Very clean, convenient to town and easy to find. We had a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was perfect for our family of four. We loved the location to downtown Highlands and the private lake access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David B.

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

Very nice property, as described and well equipped.

Great place for a family to spend their holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The cabin exceeded our expectations and the lake was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AMELIA S.

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

Wonderful cabin

My husband, pup and I had a lovely stay! The cabin is cozy and has everything you need for a stay in the mountains. Location is ideal with town just a few minutes away and central jump off spot to get to many great hikes in the area. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerri A.

Great place.

We enjoyed our weekend. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Awesome Location

Will try and book for next summer
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Great location.

We enjoyed our visit to Highlands. The location was very convenient to downtown and hiking trails. The property was just as advertised and we loved sitting on the deck with a drink each evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Great location!

Me, My boyfriend, and our dog absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful cabin. The location was so perfect and in a quiet neighborhood. We loved being so close to downtown! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

Summer on the lake catching fish !

One of the best stays ever! Owner is outstanding and very supportive of needs. Caught a 3 pound bass to boot!
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

A Perfect Mountain Getaway

My wife and I plus two small dogs just returned from a weeks stay at Mary Ann’s Highlands home. It was a great stay. We found the home to be very nice, a well stocked kitchen, comfy accommodations and cool mountain air. The location in Highlands provides for easy access to all the area has to offer. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a high country getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay

This house was amazing, a true hidden gem. Minutes away from both downtown and great hiking trails! The outside porch and dock are a great outdoor relaxing areas. The home had everything you need, very clean. We spent most of our time hiking, longest drive was about 30 minutes away. The owners were very responsive with all questions. If you pass up renting this house it will be a mistake.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

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

A little hidden but charming

The house is simple but still offers all you need. Pond behind is nice and is fun to fish. The road up and down the mountain into and out of Highlands can be unnerving. Especially when all the workers coming in or leaving Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne O.

Great Cabin

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin. It had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped and even had paper towels. The family room was comfortable with a fireplace and t.v. Little things like a lighter and s'more sticks were easy to find. The open loft rooms worked out for us since since I had 4 kids with me. The lake was pretty and the kids loved using the boats and exploring around the lake. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Place was just as seen in photos - peaceful retreat - backyard pond is wonderful!

Wonderful property on a little lake - we all loved the dock area and kayaks. Great trees for hanging a few Eno’s too! Kitchen well stocked for cooking in. House was clean and comfortable. Kids loved the loft area upstairs. Close to everything in the area. Had a little trouble with door, but owner was quick to respond and very helpful, even providing extra insight on things to do in area. Highly recommend - we would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The deck over the lake was the highlight! What an amazing bonus. It was our first time to the Highlands. Our visit exceeded our expectations. When we first arrived the house it did have a bit of a “pet friendly” smell but it did not last. I wish the upstairs had more privacy and separation so the adults could stay up later in the living room but as it turned out with all the hiking and outdoor activities we did during the day, us parents were ready to go to our room when the kids were ready to go to sleep. I would absolutely stay here again! I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

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

Great Experience

Loved the house. It's an open and airy design, so with kids, it could get a bit noisy. Lovely property. Recommend using the fireplace. We bought a pallet of kiln dried Oak from the landscape company right down the road and burned the whole thing. Super nice.....
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Perfect Highlands Stay on the Lake

We had an incredible month at this great lake cabin in Highlands. The house was incredibly clean, especially for being a cabin in a wooded area. It had literally everything you need for an awesome getaway — fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, plenty of room to stretch out, kayaks, life jackets, books, movies and games galore. The location is very close Main Street, Cashiers and everything Highlands has to offer. Mary was a great hostess and responded incredibly quickly when we had a question. As some had mentioned, the driveway was a little hard to navigate the first time you pull in, but you just back in and then it’s a cinch. We had such a great time and did not want to leave.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

Lovely visit to a open, clean, well stocked home!

We stayed during the Thanksgiving 2016 holiday. I packed most of my cooking needs, but inevitably forget a few (rolling pin, glass baking dish, etc..) and was pleasantly surprised to all my forgotten items in the kitchen! The house was open, clean and very spacious! The lake was low due to the drought, but it didn't keep my 18 year old from getting out on the water in one of the owner's supplied boats. All the owner's suggestions on hikes and restaurants were spot on! Particularly loved Wild Thyme! Wonderful stay for making treasured family memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Another great stay

This property can’t be beat. Fantastic host, wonderful house, and peaceful location on a private lake. We are repeat guests and the house is well-maintained. It was cold while we were there and it was so nice to use the fireplace. This is our favorite place in Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

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

Beautiful lakeside cabin

If you are looking for a cabin in the North Carolina mountains, this is your place. It’s close to the downtown area and on a private lake. It has everything you need for a relaxing retreat. We arrived at peak leaf changing season and checked in with no problems. A special treat was the twinkle lights around the porch. Poo poori was a nice touch in the bathrooms; fireplace was awesome for us Floridians. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, pots and pans and even spices. It has a very nice walkway down to the dock of the lake. My husband counted 50 steps. The beds were comfortable and one bathroom had a jacuzzi tub. We enjoyed sitting out on the covered porch overlooking the lake. The location was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryn B.

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

Great Experience

Mary Ann and her family were super nice! Very nice home with wonderful location. All the comforts of home and more made it a wonderful month! Thank you!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion P.

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

Lakeside Tranquility in the Mountains

This is a perfect house in a perfect location. The owner has provided everything you could need, from area guide books and walking sticks, to cuddly furniture and a big-screen TV with cable for chilly nights, to bottled herbs for cooking. We had a hard time getting ourselves off the beautiful deck after coffee in the morning - the hummingbirds provided a great show at the feeders, and view of the woods down to the lake was lovely. The photos don't do it justice.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Delightful Lake Home!

Our family (including dog) thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. Mary Ann is a fantastic host, and was super responsive to the one minor issue that occurred when we were there. The pictures don't do the home justice, as it is actually more spacious than it appears. We stayed for 5 full weeks and the use of the lake for fishing and kayaking was an added bonus for our teenage daughters. Look forward to staying again sometime!
Stayed 34 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dhruv J.

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

Lovely weekend in the Highlands

The house is beautiful and right on the bank of a lake. The pictures don’t do justice to the house. Mary Anne is a very warm, responsive and accommodating host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022