Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting

Highlands, North Carolina
$441 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Scout's Retreat is a uniquely decorated log cabin with a stackstone fireplace and surrounded by a beautifully landscaped garden with native rhododendrum, mountain laurel and hemlocks. Located on a private road, one mile from downtown Highlands on the Rhododendron Trail. The cabin offers wonderful accomodations in the midst of a rustic mountain setting and within walking distance to town and nearby restaurants and shopping.

The den features a stackstone fireplace, antique hand hewn beams and walls with large tv and comfortable seating and has access to the side garden. The dining room which offers seating for eight opens to a screen-in porch overlooking the back yard. Fully equipped kitchen has a gas range and bar area with island seating. Both kitchen and dining area have access to the screen porch.

Two bedrooms downstairs (one with twin beds and the other with a queen bed) are uniquely decorated with antiques. Both bedrooms have private natural stone baths.

The upstair tastefully decorated master bedroom features a queen size bed with seating area, antique chest, tv and hand hewn log open ceiling. A private bathroom features a natural stone shower with a dressing table area. A loft adjacent to the master bedroom is furnished with a sofa and a full size antique bed and chest offering additional sleeping and storage.

Their are two gardens located on the property with one featuring a stackstone wall flower garden where one can relax and enjoy the mountain air and can also be used as an entertaining area.

The neighborhood mountain lake located on our private road is stocked with trout and can be used for fishing.
This is the perfect getaway location to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains and all of the cultural treasures of Highlands.

There are many activities that one can experience in Highlands, from hiking, golf, tennis, great restaurants, shopping, spa and cultural arts galore.

Scout's Retreat is the perfect getaway location for those seeking relaxation and adventure without sacrificing comfort.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2300 Sq Ft (214 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Claudia M.

    Submitted Dec 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 29, 2025

    The host was very supportive and welcoming. They helped us from the get go and made our stay wonderful. The home itself is so very charming. Attention to detail is evident everywhere u look! A luxurious log cabin in a charming town in the beautiful NC mountains…what could be better?

  • Gretta S.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    This is a beautiful cabin located close to downtown Highlands. It is just as welcoming inside as it is outside. We were in awe the moment we pulled into the driveway. The accommodations were so comfortable and we felt like we were “home.” The hosts were easy to communicate with and we certainly plan to book this again!

  • Greg S.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 5, 2025

    The cabin was very clean and smartly appointed with everything you'll need to enjoy meals in-house. There was plenty of firewood, games and puzzles to have a fun cozy evening. While Mountain Fresh Grocery has an extensive wine selection, their groceries are limited and very expensive. Shop at Bryson's Food Store for a full service grocery store. Dry Falls are a must to visit and an easy walk. Whiteside Mountain Trail is a great 2 mile hike with tremendous views...take some snacks and enjoy the view. We would highly recommend this cabin!

  • Rene D.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Very cozy cottage. We enjoyed everything about our stay. We loved the fireplace! We had a fire going all day and night! The grounds were very pretty. We did see deer, but no bears! Would definitely stay there again.

  • Eleanor S.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Scout’s Retreat is the mountain home you’ve dreamed of! Charming and warm with attention to anything a visitor needs to feel welcome. The decor is exceptional with mountain motifs, but tastefully updated. The hosts had a bottle of wine and a big basket of snacks waiting on us. We were invited to take advantage of anything we saw. We plan to rebook next year!

  • Richard M.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    Charming cottage wonderfully equipped.

  • Dorothy P.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 25, 2024

    Our family of 5 enjoyed a week in this adorable, well-located cabin. The owner has decorated with vintage style wallpapers and a curated collection of paintings, some she has produced herself! We loved our stay.

  • Alye M.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    Our hosts were just lovely, accommodating and welcoming. The property was perfect for a girls weekend.

  • Carol G.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 24, 2024

    Our stay was interrupted by bad weather and the owner was ok with our departure being a day early. Loved the cozy back porch!! Kitchen was well appointed.

  • Lauren H.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2024

    Stayed Jul 11, 2024

    Overall we were so happy with our at your cottage. It was so charming and quaint! The beds were so comfy and the house had everything we needed as a family if 5! The gardens were beautiful and the weather was lovely! Definitely will return ❤️

  • Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed May 27, 2024

    Wonderful home in a beautiful neighborhood

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