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Highlands Luxury Mountain Retreat • Hot Tub • Waterfall • Kid's Zone • Sleeps 12

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, table football
Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Highlands Luxury Mountain Retreat • Hot Tub • Waterfall • Kid's Zone • Sleeps 12

Under three hours from Atlanta, Lotts of Sky is the mountain getaway families remember long after the vacation ends. Tucked between Highlands and Cashiers on a private wooded mountainside, the home is surrounded by forest and filled with the soothing sounds of Big Creek and its nearby waterfall.

Designed for multi-generational vacations, Lotts of Sky offers three king suites for the adults, a Kids' Camp Room and Kids' Clubhouse for the younger guests, four stone fireplaces, a hot tub beneath the trees, wraparound porches, and a chef's kitchen built for memorable family meals. Whether you're hiking Whiteside Mountain, browsing the shops of Highlands, enjoying dinner at nearby Oak Steakhouse, or roasting marshmallows around the outdoor fireplace, every day ends the same way—together.

Skyline Lodge and Oak Steakhouse are just a seven-minute walk from the front porch, while downtown Highlands is only ten minutes away.

Perfect For
✓ Multi-generational family vacations
✓ Family reunions
✓ Couples traveling together
✓ Wedding weekends
✓ Hiking adventures
✓ Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings
✓ Girls' weekends
✓ Golf getaways

What Kids Love
• Backyard zip line
• Kids' Clubhouse (screen-free game room)
• Ping pong
• Foosball
• Mini billiards
• Cornhole
• Kids' Camp Room with six bunk beds
• Exploring the woods
• S'mores around the outdoor fireplace

A Place Where Kids Unplug and Families Reconnect

We purchased Lotts of Sky six years ago because it felt different from every other mountain home we visited. It wasn't just beautiful—it was designed for families to be together without ever feeling crowded. Since then, we've continued to make thoughtful improvements to create the kind of mountain getaway we'd want for our own family.

The four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home comfortably sleeps six adults and six children, with a layout that gives everyone room to relax while naturally bringing everyone together. Mornings begin with coffee on the porch and the sounds of Big Creek drifting through the trees. Evenings end around the outdoor fireplace, soaking in the hot tub beneath the stars, or sharing stories beside one of the three indoor stone fireplaces.

At the heart of the home is a gourmet chef's kitchen featuring a six-burner gas range, generous prep space, and everything needed for everything from pancake breakfasts to holiday feasts. Whether you're cooking after a day on the trails or preparing Thanksgiving dinner for the whole family, the kitchen becomes part of the experience.

Kids usually claim the entire lower level as their own. The Kids' Camp Room sleeps six children (95-pound weight limit per bunk), while the Kids' Clubhouse features ping pong, foosball, mini billiards, cornhole, and board games. Outside, the backyard zip line and surrounding woods keep the adventures going long after the hiking boots come off.

Guests often tell us they love how peaceful and secluded the property feels while still being close to everything. You can spend the morning hiking to waterfalls, the afternoon shopping or dining in Highlands, and be back in time to watch the sunset from the porch without ever feeling rushed.

Explore the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau
• 8 minutes to Downtown Highlands
• 15 minutes to Cashiers
• Minutes from hiking trails
• Near Dry Falls
• Near Whiteside Mountain
• Easy drive to Lake Glenville
• Close to several public golf courses

Whether you're celebrating a milestone birthday, gathering three generations for Thanksgiving, escaping the summer heat, or simply looking for a peaceful mountain retreat, Lotts of Sky offers the perfect home base for making memories together.

Dogs are welcome! We simply ask that they stay off beds and furniture, remain leashed outdoors, and that owners clean up after them. A pet fee applies.

Need additional space? Reserve the detached garage apartment along with the main house to accommodate up to 16 guests (10 adults and 6 children). See our combined Vrbo listing (#2225631) for details.

The best vacations aren't measured by how much you do—they're measured by the memories you make together. We hope Lotts of Sky becomes one of those places your family returns to year after year.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Features include a hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 8 minutes by car from Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The family-friendly vacation home also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets not allowed on furniture or beds.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Stairwell safety gates available for small kids.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Pet friendly three story 4 bedroom rustic mountain home ⛰
Pet friendly Three Story 4 Bedroom Rustic Mountain Home Cottage

Highlands Luxury Mountain Retreat • Hot Tub • Waterfall • Kid's Zone • Sleeps 12 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Home owner was extremely responsive and provided helpful information, which elevated stay further!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chadd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nestor V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful in a convenient yet quiet location. Plenty of room for 6 adults and teens. Multiple indoor/outdoor fireplaces. Marty was very responsive to any issues that came up. Would highly recommend for a Highlands visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Wedding/Family Birthday

Great stay for our family! Wonderful house for the whole family!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great weekend getaway!

We had a blast spending time in the mountains over a long weekend. The kids enjoyed the hottub, the woods and the zip line! There was plenty of space for us all to sit, relax and enjoy each others company!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

Great group cabin

Amazing stay, unique place, tons of entertainment! Perfect for multiple couples and just a few miles from downtown highlands and amazing waterfalls, especially Dry Falls!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni G.

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

Beautiful!

Loved the cabin and owner was so helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Mountain vacation

Great house for a family or small group. Accommodations were great and the separate spaces allowed everyone to have the vacation they wanted. Management team was very responsive and addressed any issues that arose immediately.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z.

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

Christmas Trip

Family Christmas trip. The house was great. We really enjoyed the outdoor fireplace and the kids loved the zipline!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne j.

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

Family vacation

Great time
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great place

We enjoyed Lotts of Sky, especially all the outdoor covered living space. We were completely remote. Our only disappointment was that we didn't see any bears. Maybe next time, as we qoyld absolutely love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeris G.

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

Fantastic house!

We had a lovely week at Lots of Sky. The house was perfect for our family and it’s in a great location. Would certainly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Star W.

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

Highlands

We loved our stay at this cabin. It was so cozy and enjoyable and our family loved the time around the fireplaces, the hot tub, zip line, and so much more. Marty was a fabulous host. I highly recommend this cabin to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth A.

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

Amazing House!

House layout was fantastic! We used all the house amenities and helpful hints our hosts provided! House was in great location and close to town and hiking! Highly recommend for anyone who wants an escape and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Amazing Family vacation

We absolutely loved this house. Great location, beautiful views, very well appointed and just a great place for my whole family to stay. The owner is very attentive, informative and nice. We will be back. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Mountain retreat

Excellent communication from homeowner. Marty was friendly and helpful. Also, his picture directions into this remote property were so great! Cabin is rustic and lovely with great views. Very convenient location between Cashiers and Highlands. Bathrooms were clean and house was well stocked for guests. Also this home has super outdoor porch space!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh T.

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

Fantastic Home!

This home was a perfect fit for our group of 10. Three families with kids so the three master bedrooms and the bunk room were perfect for our group. The house has everything you need and the outdoor fireplace was a hit! Marty is a great host and very responsive to any questions. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trey L.

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

Rustic cabin in Highlands, NC

11 of my family members stayed here for my sons wedding. We had a great time. The house was mountain rustic and comfortable. There were lots of games and a zip line which the 5 children loved. The owner was very responsive and easy to work with. We would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Getaway

Our family took a 5 day trip for vacation and stayed at Lotts of Sky. It was a nice house and the porches are AMAZING! We cooked most meals in the kitchen which was well sized and stocked with utensils. The weather was cool so we enjoyed the fireplace on the porch. We brought our dogs, so it was the perfect spot to escape for a few days with the whole family and fur babies. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Van O.

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

Serene and peaceful

“Lotts of Sky” was perfect! Very secluded and peaceful yet close enough to everything we wanted to check out. The check in/out process was very simple and clearly stated in directions. One thing we weren’t aware of prior that was a nice little bonus was that Oak steakhouse at Skyline Lodge is literally a couple hundred yards (through the forest) from the property and we enjoyed a great meal there one evening. When we return to the area we will definitely reach out to the hosts again. Definitely check out Secret Falls, Whiteside Mountain, Highlands UTV (ask for David) and the Great Smokey Mountains RailRoad in Bryson City was a great excursion too!
Dry Falls ( 2 miles away)
Whiteside Mountain (5 miles)
Giant Poplar Tree (arranged through Highlands UTV)
Secret Falls
(Great hike!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie K.

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

End of summer friends trip!

House and property were clean, comfortable, spacious, quality and full of options for activities and fun! The zip line was nonfunctional but we probably wouldn’t have used it anyway. We completed the short hike to the waterfall off of the property which was beautiful and lush!! The outdoor fireplace was phenomenal! Proximity to downtown Highlands was perfect! Thanks so much for allowing us to stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena S.

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

Spring breakers from Savannah

WONDERFUL property for our group of 8! The main house was large enough for everyone to spread out but still felt cozy. We loved having all the amenities (especially the fireplaces, hot tub and game room) and the kitchen was AMAZING! Especially helpful to have two ovens when cooking for a large group. Loved how close the house is to Highlands even though it felt pretty remote. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house Marty!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart G.

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

Large mountain home

Wonderful large mountain home. Three master BR and a bunk room fit us perfectly. Cool weather allowed us to burn LOTS of wood at outdoor fireplace. Three indoor gas fireplaces were burned frequently. House was clean, kitchen was fabulous and Marty was very responsive. Book it.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josie B.

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

Post Christmas escape

Fabulous property with lots of peace and quiet to offer. Christmas decorations were still up which made me immensely happy. Beautiful Christmas China and fabulous chefs kitchen. The owner was graciously available for questions and concerns. We love the media room, the Jacuzzi, the beautiful porches, and all the fireplaces. Appreciated the ample supply of kitchen utensils pans and knives which made cooking easy and fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023