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Nantahala Spiritual Retreat - Remote and Peaceful!
Remote. Quiet. Clean Air. Refreshing Well Water. Surrounded by nature! The Nantahala Spiritual Retreat (NSR) sits on 22 acres in the heart of the Nantahala National Forest In the wilderness of Western North Carolina Relax and rejuvenate in a quiet, peaceful environment with fresh, clean air and vitalized, deep well water. Enjoy a fireside evening, watching the stars at the firepit. Easy access year round. Located near many mountain attractions. Only 25 minutes from shopping & restaurants.

Mountain Magic-Peaceful, Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape
Welcome to Mountain Magic! This cozy cottage is the perfect location for your Great Smoky Mountain escape. Tucked on a creek with stunning views, this newly renovated and charming cottage will take your breath away. Set on 8 acres and surrounded by forest, you can relax on the covered porch and watch wildlife, or roast marshmallows at the creekside fire pit. Designed with the comfort of our guests and their pets in mind, Mountain Magic has everything you need for a fantastic mountain retreat.

Lakefront Cozy Vintage A-Frame
Leave your worries behind as you settle in to the tranquility of Blue Heron Chalet, mere steps from phenomenal Lake Santeetlah! Perfect for a romantic getaway for couples or to just recharge surrounded by nature's bounty. 80% of the shoreline is National Forest land. The house is lakefront & features a private dock in a quiet cove, perfect for swimming or just hanging out! Bring your lake toys or rent a boat during your stay. Several kayaks, a paddle board & various floats are available onsite.

Riverside Relaxer w/Hot Tub+EV+firepit+Wifi & view
Riverside Relaxer, 2BR 2bath cottage with views of the Little Tennessee River.The Relaxer offers a large wrap around deck w/outdoor dining,fire pit, hammock,Hot Tub,balcony & grill w/river view. Brand new and professionally decorated interiors, well equipped & full stocked kitchen, gas fireplace, upstairs King suite with bath & balcony. LRG screen TV's in all living+bedrooms . Fast wifi, Easy access, & close to all Western NC towns and cities. Family&Pet Friendly. Level 2 EV Charger. Sleeps 6.

❤️Romantic Highlands Cottage❤️Trail Access to Town!
At 4000+ feet & only a 10 min walk to town on the Rhododendron Trail. Totally renovated 2017!! Light & sunny 3 bed/2 bath, 750 sq. ft. Originally built by my wife's g-grandmother in the 1940's. Floor to ceiling shiplap, 17 ft. ceilings, hardwoods, reclaimed barn wood, custom fixtures, heated marble/slate bath floors, tankless water heater, gas fireplace, porch, Wifi, TV, washer/dryer, kitchenette. Beautiful gardens! Classic Highlands charm with modern comforts! Hike, fish, shop, or relax!

Mad Hatter Cottage ~ *Dark Whimsical Riverfront*
~ This isn't your bedtime fairytale ~ Bogged down with the mundane, we set off to escape from reality for a little bit and create the Wonderland of our adult dreams on this pristine riverfront lot. Step into a different realm where not all is as it initially seems. Wonderland is all grown up and ready to surprise you with carefully crafted details designed to immerse you, shock you, incite you, excite you, and even confound you at every turn. Minimums: Weekday: 2-night Weekend: 3-night

Mountain Home on Alarka Creek in Bryson City
Enjoy breathtaking views from the balcony overlooking Alarka Creek, well stocked. Open the windows to hear the creek for a relaxing & peaceful sleep. Grill out on the deck overlooking the creek for family fun! Only 15 minutes away from Nantahala Whitewater Rafting, Great Smokey Mountain Railway, Deep Creek, GSM National Forest, Cherokee and Seqouya National Golf Club. House is filled with 3 generations of family art, quilts, furnishings and architecture. Front porch with table and games.

Creekside Cottage
Looking for an affordable mountain getaway to do a little fishing, relaxing, or just need a break from your hectic everyday life? Want something comfortable and unique!? This creek side Cottage is an open loft 2 bedroom home on the creek with a 3 person hammock,hot tub, firepit and charcoal parkside grill. It was built in the early 60's and has had a big transformation! While keeping its unique charm. I love saving and restoring older places and this was a fun project!

2BR Mtn Top View • Hot Tub • Cashiers & Highlands
Mountain top retreat nestled at 4000ft elevation. Between the Blue Ridge Mountains and a Christmas tree farm. Enjoy expansive views in this secluded home away from home. Located in Glenville, NC just 17 minutes to Cashiers and 33 minutes to Highlands. This 2/2 is a perfect couples getaway or come enjoy it with some friends and family. This westward facing house will have you enjoying unmatched sunsets every night after a day full of exploring the area. @stayatstardust

FLY LAKE - A Modern Mirror Lake Cottage
Enjoy everything Highlands has to offer from this cozy cottage in the historic Mirror Lake neighborhood. Walk to the restaurants and shops downtown, gather around the outdoor fire pit, or just kick back and relax on the front porch. Newly renovated with a fully-appointed kitchen, luxurious bathroom, and comfortable furniture, you'll feel right at home after returning from a nearby hike. We provide everything you'll need for a memorable visit to Highlands!

A spacious cottage with gorgeous Mountain Views!
If your idea of a vacation is serenity and relaxation, then the Deerfield Cottage is for you. The property sits on 12 acres, nestled in the Wayah valley just six miles from historical Franklin, NC. In the early mornings or at dusk, look for the deer that frequent the property. Often you will see fawns frolicking in the field under the fruit trees. A 100 year old corn crib harkens back to the early days when this land was part of a working farm.

The Little Goat - new modern cabin
Relax in this peaceful, romantic retreat—perfect for a couple or small family. The elegant bedroom features a king bed and TV, while adult-size bunk beds offer a cozy space for reading or an extra guest. Enjoy a luxury tile shower, a full kitchen with major appliances, and main room with a wall of windows. Unwind on the private deck and take in stunning mountain views. A serene escape in the heart of nature.
Popular amenities for cottage rentals near Nantahala National Forest
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Gatlinburg Cottage – Hot Tub, Walk Downtown

Mtn View, Hot Tub, W/D, 2 Fireplaces, Pets Free

Lakefront dock *hot tub* Anderson/Clemson king bed

Charming cottage with breathtaking views.

Cute Cottage Above the Creek

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Pet-friendly cottage rentals

RiverBunk, Highlands Vintage Treasure

Cat Gap Cottage

Gathering Moss Cottage on Burton

Tree Tops Cottage

Mountain Rest

Adorable Mountain cottage!

Cottage at Casuarina Lodge - Luxury, Pet Friendly

Ruby Cottage - a Highlands' gem (street level)
Private cottage rentals

Romantic Cottage overlooking Lake Laurel

Brookside Cottage

Cozy Creek Cottage

Walk to town cottage with king beds

Blackberry Cottage

The Greenlee ~ Top 1% on Airbnb~At the Train Depot

The Granary by the Creek *Cool mountain air here!*

Fish Deep Creek! Your own Fishing & Tubing spot.
Luxury cottage rentals

Lake Keowee Waterfront Cottage - Private Retreat

Deluxe 2 King Suites–Walk to Downtown Highlands NC

The Mill House on Buck Creek *Highlands

DeerSong Cottage - Private Hot Tub Under the Stars

Lake Daze on Keowee

Lake Santeetlah Cottage with private dock

Connestee/Lakefront~Hot tub~pedal pontoon~kayakSUP

Keowee Luxury Cottage with lake views near Clemson
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