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Peaceful Lake Cabin - Close to Town - sleeps 6
Enjoy a peaceful cabin getaway on Apple Lake, 5 minutes from Highlands, NC. Highlands is a charming mountain town with great restaurants, spa, theater, music concerts, and shopping. Our cabin is very open with high ceilings, a huge wood burning fire place, two bedrooms downstairs, and two upstairs in an open loft. Minutes from scenic waterfalls, and hiking trails. Enjoy relaxing on the porch, cooking, fishing, and kayaking on the lake. Wonderful for family/friend vacations or a romantic getaway!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Lakefront Mountain Cabin on Lake Glenville, NC
July 4th opening for the best view of Lake Glenville Fireworks! Ask us about booking the entire property! Welcome to our idyllic 1-bedroom lakefront cabin on the pristine shores of Lake Glenville, North Carolina. Embrace nature's splendor as you wake up to mesmerizing lake views and tranquil surroundings. Experience the thrill of fishing, hiking through scenic trails, and boating on the glistening waters. Just a short drive away, explore the charming towns of Cashiers and Highlands for local d
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
RiverBunk, Highlands Vintage Treasure
RiverBunk fronts Culasaga River in the historic Mirror Lake area on Hicks Road. 1 mi from downtown, shopping, restaurants, art, spa, wine garden and outdoor activities. Truly a one of a kind cottage that will bring you back and wow you with coziness and romantic memories. Perfect for the couple who wants to escape but tip out to one of the many eateries or waterfalls in the area. Hiking, zip-line, seasonal snow tubing and local galleries will keep you entertained. Amazing New Dock and Dingy
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviews
Tiny Home Mountain Adventure+HotTub+Fire Pit+Grill
We can't adequately describe how peaceful it is to sit at the picnic table & listen to the wind through the trees or the birds serenade as the sky turns pink & purple over the Smoky Mountains. We purposely tucked our adorable Tiny Home into the woods to achieve the peaceful retreat you're looking for. You'll feel like the "Little Red Riding Hood" skipping through the woods as you escape the "Big Bad Wolf" of technology and stress. Evenings around the Firepit w/the stars are simply magical!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
Entire 2 Story Lakefront Home with huge Dock!
Fully Renovated Lakefront 3 bed 2 bath House with two living rooms. Nearly a full acre of property with covered dual slip dock and huge sun deck, kayaks, awesome fishing, deep water, upper screened in porch, picnic table, king size bedroom, queen bedroom, triple bunk bedroom, 42" smart TVs throughout house, high speed wifi, gas grill, large driveway, new HVAC, steps to water on shoreline, ladder on deep water dock, custom slate fire pit patio overlooking shore and water, unlimited firewood!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews
Pet Friendly Streamside Cabin near Cashiers NC
The Bearfoot Retreat streamside cabin is the perfect escape from the hot city to a cool, serene setting. We furnished the Great Room with over-sized leather sofas and chairs, giving it a comfortable mountain feel. Complete with a large-screen TV and ventless, remote-controlled gas fireplace, this beautiful room opens up to an expansive wrap-around deck. Whether you're enjoying the firepit next to Norton Creek or testing your skills in our Game Room, your family will love this experience!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews
Mateo 39A at Nantahala Weddings - pets allowed
Pets allowed. $75 pet fee per pet. $150 penalty if you fail to indicate number of pets via "Guests" drop-down menu when you book. The Mateos are 4 small bungalows with eye-popping views of Lake Nantahala and the Smoky Mountains through an 8-foot sliding glass door. Each Mateo has a queen size bed, private bath, ac/heat, and a kitchenette with a Keurig coffeemaker, refrigerator with freezer, air fryer, microwave, tableware, and glassware for two. The Mateos are not handicap-accessible.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
Twin Creeks on the Cullasaja
*Sorry. No Pets* Relax in peace! The property is located on the Cullasaja River. Rocky River Lane is a dead end with only 5 homes. A small branch and Peeks Creek border the property and feed into the river. It's perfect for tubing and trout fishing, and if the water is up a bit, it's perfect for kayaking. The stairs from the bank to the river make for safe and easy access. The house is located way off the main drag with equal distance to Franklin and Highlands.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
Exciting lakeview, fireplace, hot tub, billiards!
This is my fun guest cabin, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, that is next to my cabin, but you have total privacy, and you will not see or hear me, and I do not see or hear you and 1 mile to Nantahala Wedding venue, walking distance to Lakes End Café & Grill, marina, to rent a boat, canoe, etc. Full kitchen, laundry, to make you feel at home. Location is close to every outdoor activities, hikes, waterfalls, lookout towers, streams! closest grocery store in Andrews, 13 miles
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviews
Mirror lake Cabin. 3 bed,Close to town. Canoe.
Rustic cabin on beautiful Mirror Lake with lake view, dock and canoe! Just a few steps from the lake. Outside screen porch and large deck, grill and fire pit overlooking beautiful lake. Corn hole, board games, hammock available for your enjoyment. Close enough to walk or bike to town (bikes not included) Games, movies, electric grill. Cable tv, WiFi. Fire wood provided for the fireplace. Pullout sofa bed couch adds 2 more sleeping spots bringing total parole to 8.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Romantic Cottage overlooking Lake Laurel
AIRBNB FEES ARE NOW INCLUDED IN NIGHTLY RATE. Charming custom-designed cottage with serene lake views overlooking beautiful Highlands Botanical Gardens and walking trails around the lake. Just a short walk to Main Street! Enjoy a spacious master suite with king bed, fully equipped kitchen, private workspace, peaceful entry courtyard with water feature, and cozy screened porch. NOTE: Open doorway to master suite. NO pets or children. FIREPLACE NOT IN USE.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock
Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsPopular amenities for lake access rentals in Macon County
Lake access house rentals

Blue Grapevine, king bed, games, fast internet
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
Cozy Mountain Cottage
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews
SilverWolf Lodge on Lake Nantahala
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews
Winsome Guest house in Trillium-Cashiers/Highlands
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Little Piece of Heaven Lake House
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews
Huckleberry Cabin
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews
Sunset Point
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews
New Perspective Cabin Rental on Lake Nantahala
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviewsApartment rentals with lake access

Hazel Studio at Winding Stair Farm
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews
Trinidad Cabin near the Lake
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews
Enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains in this 2BD condo

Club Lodges at Trillium - 3 Bedroom Presidential

Hummingbird Hill, A quiet place in the Woods
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews
Club Lodges at Trillium - 2 Bedroom Condo
Lake access cottage rentals

Cottage at Casuarina Lodge - Luxury, Pet Friendly
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Hidden Cove Cottage on Chatuge Lake
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
Updated Charm - 1M to downtown Highlands
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews
Grace Cottage, on Lake Nantahala
4.74 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
Lakefront Cabin Canoe/Kayak/TV/Wi-Fi (Sleeps 5)
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
Lake Front Cozy Cabin on Lake Chatuge
4.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsDestinations to explore
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- Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA
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- Clemson University
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- Anakeesta
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