❤ Cozy Log Cabin w/Stunning View! Waterfall, 3 Fireplaces, Arcade, Stocked!

Highlands, North Carolina
$495 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

A Mountain Retreat You’ll Think About Long After You Leave.

Some places are easy to enjoy. Others quietly stay with you. This lovingly maintained log cabin falls into the second category—where mornings are slower, evenings feel earned, and time in the mountains starts to feel the way it’s supposed to.

Picture waking to filtered sunlight and birdsong, stepping onto the private balcony off the primary suite with a hot cup of coffee, and realizing there’s nowhere you need to be. Later, after a full day outside, a crackling fire and a nightcap by one of three wood-burning fireplaces becomes the kind of moment that’s hard to replicate anywhere else.

Follow the property’s winding paths—down the Troll Trail or along Fairy Lane—to a dedicated outdoor gathering space with a large fire pit. Venture farther and you’ll find a nature trail leading to a hidden, 18-foot waterfall and a natural swimming area that feels like a discovery, not an attraction. It’s the kind of place guests often talk about quietly, knowing how rare it is.

Privacy That’s Hard to Find—and Easy to Appreciate.

Set on 4.5 acres and bordering National Forest Service land, the cabin offers a level of privacy that’s becoming harder to come by in the mountains. Trees, wildlife, hummingbirds, and clean mountain air surround the home, creating a sense of separation that guests tend to notice immediately—and miss once they leave.

Inside, the space has been thoughtfully updated and comfortably furnished, with three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a sleeper sofa in the living room. Each sleeping area is designed for real rest, featuring luxury mattresses, high-thread-count linens, and Dohm sound conditioners. Many guests comment on how well they sleep here—and how quickly they settle in.

Meals tend to linger on the spacious verandah, where the teak dining table invites you to stay a little longer and listen to the sounds of nature. In winter, the fully enclosed porch becomes a favorite spot—cozy, quiet, and surrounded by forest views. The main living area is ideal for reading, puzzles, or unwinding with a movie after the day winds down.

Shared Moments—and Space to Do Your Own Thing.



The cabin balances togetherness and breathing room. Guests of all ages enjoy the brand-new, full-size four-player arcade with over 4,500 classic games, often turning “just one game” into an hour of laughter. There’s also a professional folding ping-pong table and a wide selection of board games that naturally bring people together in the evenings.

For those who like to keep moving, the garage gym includes a REP Fitness rack, dumbbells, resistance bands, and jump ropes—perfect for staying consistent without leaving the property.

Children especially love putting on plays using the mountain-carved theater seating or making s’mores by the fire. With 2,100 square feet of living space, everyone can find their own quiet nook while still feeling connected.



Perfectly Positioned for Exploring—or Not Leaving at All.

When you’re ready to venture out, you’re close to gem mining, waterfalls, and some of the region’s most highly rated hiking trails. Downtown Highlands, known for its excellent dining and charming shops, is just 11 miles away (about 20 minutes, or longer for those new to winding mountain roads), located along North Carolina’s Scenic Waterfall Byway—famous for the hundreds of waterfalls throughout the area. Downtown Franklin is only 13 minutes away.

And yet, many guests find themselves choosing to stay in, realizing the cabin itself has become the highlight.

Modern Comforts, Thoughtfully Included.

Wi-Fi is provided via SpaceX Starlink. Cell service is strong for AT&T and Verizon; T-Mobile can be limited.

Additional amenities include:

↟ New whole-house heating and air conditioning

↟ Weber gas grill (propane and tools provided)

↟ Two-car detached garage

↟ Tesla EV charger with COMPLIMENTARY charging (J1772 adapter not provided for non-Tesla vehicles)

↟ Amazon Alexa with unlimited music

↟ Fully stocked kitchen

↟ YouTube TV for live news and sports

↟ Washer and dryer

↟ Sleeper sofa

↟ A large collection of books, games, and puzzles

↟ TWO Arcades for endless fun!

Please Note:
Guests must be at least 25 years old to rent. Bachelor/bachelorette, fraternity, or sorority parties are not permitted. This is a family home, and we appreciate guests who will care for it as such.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2150 Sq Ft (200 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Center
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Cobblestone Flooring In Public Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Chris S.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 23, 2026

    The place was great. My son loved the arcade machine and the ping pong table. My wife loved being able to hear the creek. My daughter loved having her own loft area. The owners do a great job thinking of everything you need. We tend to cook at night and we had everything we needed. This place was continently located to get to cashiers/sapphire and highlands.

  • Stefanie M.

    Submitted Jan 14, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Everything was perfect! The coffee bar, the town, the host, the house, the waterfall. It was all perfect! Thank you!!

  • Tanya C.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2025

    This was a beautiful cabin. Clean and big enough for my family, we enjoyed our stay.

  • Suzette M.

    Submitted Dec 17, 2025

    Stayed Dec 14, 2025

    The cabin was very cozy and with 3 fireplaces, nice and warm. Wonderful place!

  • James R.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2025

    Stayed Nov 22, 2025

    Nice cabin, very cozy. Definitely has that old 'cabin' feel...3 wood fireplaces, wood floors, fantastic views, etc. Bathrooms and kitchen are a bit dated and need an update. That is really our only complaint.Kids love the grounds, including play area, hike to campfire, hike to waterfall (it's not easy!), garage with ping pong, arcade games, board games and large family table, comfy living room with fireplace and big TV...it really was great for our family of 6 (4 kids).House was very well stocked, clean, and we had a few questions that we immediately got answers to. Lots of cabin info given via message, info book, notes throughout cabin, etc.Be ready for a tough drive up the main Buck Creek road, and then the house driveway...whoa! Definitely do not recommend doing it the first time at night.Drive to Highlands itself has lots of waterfalls, hiking, and sights. Lots of other nice towns to visit and great hiking, including many dog friendly restaurants and trails.Toward Franklin is a Dollar General store about 5 mins away, and 10mins away is a Walmart.

  • M R.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    Our family had a great stay in this home. The amenities were exactly like described but very dated. We enjoyed the hikes to the waterfall on the property but note that its not for everyone. It's steep!

  • Amy D.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was just as described. We especially enjoyed the waterfall on property!

  • Tom O.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Serene setting with beautiful views from the lower and upper deck. Well shocked home with everything you need for your home away from home. Garage access and fitness equipment a plus. Conveniently located to great restaurants, shopping, hiking, and picturesque waterfalls including a waterfall on the property. The hike to the waterfall is quite challenging, but worth it!

  • Peggy M.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    This property is AMAZING! There is a private waterfall on property that is incredible- being older was a bit scary hiking down to it but definitely worth the trip. The property managers Sally and Jerry were great and communicated well. The stocked kitchen was an added bonus . There were many thoughtful touches and the binder left for us had so much information about the area with things to see and do. Although the home needs a little TLC, it was wonderful being able to share the week with our two pups. The views from decks were breathtaking! Sunsets were gorgeous! We hope to be back next August!

  • Kim K.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    This was our second year in a row staying in this beautiful cabin and we loved every minute of it! It’s perfect for our family of four. We all stay fully entertained with the kid's playroom, outdoor theatre, fire pit, private waterfall, and so much more! The cabin is so clean and cozy and stocked with everything we need for a week of family fun in the mountains!! We hope to be back again next year!

  • Kelly B.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Beautiful house and property. The hike to the waterfalls were challenging, but worth it. We spent hours down there and loved tge fact is was ours for the week.Plenty of space to spread out.Loved the coffee bar. The kitchen had everything we needed. Overall the house and property were warm and inviting.

  • Bryan N.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    My wife & I celebrated our 29th anniversary. The cabin is spacious and very comfortable. Had everything we needed. The lot is easy to get too and the property and views are terrific. I am 62 and the hike down to the water fall was a little tough on my knees going down but no problem coming back up. The climb is a little steep. The water Fall is amazing and worth the hike.

  • Katie Rose M.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    Our group loved this oasis in the mountains. Early morning Coffee rocking on the swing and the waterfall was the most beautiful experience for all of us. What an absolute treasure. Highly recommend.!

  • Melanie L.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    The cabin was wonderful escape from the heat and humidity of Myrtle Beach! The cabin was cozy and comfortable and the location was perfect - situated in between the towns of Highlands and Franklin. Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls were close and accessible. We tried to hike down to the falls on the property, but it was a little too difficult for us (three senior ladies)! We enjoyed shopping and antiquing in the area and we found some great places for dinner. The cabin was well-equipped, with everything you might need. The beds were comfortable, plenty of places to gather and plenty of places to find solitude. This would be an amazing place for families with children, with lots of places to explore around the cabin. The kids (and adults) won't even miss their electronic devices (cell service is sketchy) - a great opportunity to unplug and just enjoy the beauty of nature!I would make one small suggestion: If you plan to gather at the large table in the living room area to play cards, color, crochet or do any crafts that require good lighting, I would bring along a lamp of some type to supplement the lighting in the room. Overall, we LOVED it and were sad to leave after our 3-night stay. We hope to return some day!

  • Jennifer G.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    We loved this place! It was perfect for getting away as a family and had so many activities in and at the cabin itself for our kids. The hike to the waterfall is completely worth it! We loved the privacy and yet it was close enough to several towns to not be an issue for going out to eat or shopping. The cabin itself was beautiful and immaculate. We absolutely plan on coming back.

  • Laura Ashley M.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    What an adventure! The waterfall hike on the property is super cool, and quite a workout for people from flatland. The cabin is comfy and cozy. The kids loved the arcade. The property is on a cliff, and the yard is straight down from the house. It is secluded, so no worries of neighbors looking in, but a bit eerie with no curtains or blinds.

  • Deborah B.

    Submitted May 17, 2025

    Stayed May 11, 2025

    Was a great cabin but rained for 5 days. Had 1 day outside. Was so disappointed we were not able to hike to the waterfall as well as see sunsets. Maybe next time!

  • Christy H.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 30, 2025

    Beautiful house, great property and amenities. Love the trail to the falls !Highly recommend.Hope to come back again.

  • Libby I.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It had everything we needed and then some. The property was beautiful with wonderful hiking trails. We enjoyed the outdoor theater and hike to the waterfalls. The snow made it even more beautiful. Would definitely book again in the future.

  • Manoel G.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    Our family had a great stay at the cabin it was very relaxing spacious and fun

  • Jimmy V.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 22, 2024

    Everything went great , worked as expected , good hike to a waterfall and little drive to near by sightseeing close to highland town.

  • Jay Y.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2024

    Stayed Dec 1, 2024

    This little slice of mountain deliciousness is the epitome of what most are looking for in a Cabin in the Mountains !!!! It has everything ...... literally !!! Great hosts and great location .......... I can't find a single thing I would change or ask to be different.

  • Michael N.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    Loved our time in the cabin. The property was clean and as advertised. Paved road all the way to the driveway (which was unpaved, but easy). Hike to the on-property waterfall is a nice bonus. Our family had a wonderful Thanksgiving stay!

  • Agnes K.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    I can’t even describe how amazing this cabin is. It is in a perfect, secluded location making our stay even more relaxing. There was not a dull moment for the kids. They lived the adventures to the waterfalls and hikes around the property. They couldn’t resist a swim in the freezing, November waters of the swimming hole. The cabin was cozy and clean. Supplied with everything we needed. We will definitely be back soon!

  • Greg S.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay with friends at the Cozy Cottage. The kitchen was well stocked with supplies. We even hiked to the Hidden Falls - be sure to wear good hiking shoes and take hiking sticks because there were several steep spots. Nice to have firewood available for cozy fires in the kitchen or den. The guys loved the retro video game. We would recommend this to others. The manager for the property was quick to respond to our questions in a timely manner.

  • Richmond W.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    This cabin is perfect for families, and especially small children. very well appointed home and property, even a children's theater.

  • Penny W.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Relaxing. Comfortable. Cosy. Well stocked kitchen. Felt right at home (without all the stress)! Great view. We didn't want to leave!!

  • M B.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 9, 2024

    Property was beautiful, property management/owner was great about check in. Materials were available to review upon entering the residence. I enjoyed the arcade machine with games from my childhood and both my wife and I thought the view from the back porch was breathtaking. Property location is close to our destination (Franklin, NC) and we were not far from the shopping in Highlands. We've got a lifted Jeep with high output lighting, so ingress and egress was not a problem. Now for the not so wonderful - on the second day we began to notice a significant influx of flies from the southernmost corner on the main floor and in both the hallway/master bedroom on the top floor. Swatting flies and eventually adding Zevo products to kill them became such a nuisance that my wife and I left a day and half early. Doesn't look like photos are allowed or I'd share the partially filled zip-lock bag that we scooped 3 hours worth into on the day when we decided to leave. Not sure what happened to cause this but may be a known issue as fly swatters were already present on the property. We could have handled a few, but this was excessive and not in places where we would have expected (i.e. kitchen). If this can or has been fixed, this cabin would be a lovely place to stay.

  • Caitlin L.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    We had a wonderful trip at this property! For our family’s needs

  • Kim K.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    We had an amazing vacation in this beautiful cabin! It was perfect for our (3) and (5) year old who loved all the special touches catered towards kids like the outdoor performing area, big tree house, and the play room. There’s something for everyone here! We spent many hours enjoying time together by the fire and relaxing on the beautiful porch! We took the kids on the hike down to the private waterfall and we all enjoyed it What a spectacular property! The cabin was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. We can’t wait to go back!

  • Katie L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    Thank you! It was perfect. The Hike to the waterfall was a little difficult for some if you’re not experienced I wouldn’t recommend it. We enjoyed the hike it was worth it.

  • maida b.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2024

    Stayed Jul 14, 2024

    our stay was very relaxing, the views from the deck were spectacular! The adults could kick-back while the children were entertaining themselves in the game room. other activities were just a short drive away: hiking, gem mining, tubing, and admiring the many waterfalls! The cabin was clean, spacious, and comfortable.

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