Creekside,firepit,wood stove,family&dog friendly,covered deck dining

Scaly Mountain, North Carolina
$376 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape to our charming Karma cabin Mountain retreat in the woods, great for dogs and humans, where you can experience an authentic mountain getaway that's all about simplicity and nature. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, this cozy retreat is fully furnished with everything you need and nothing you don't, making it the perfect spot for relaxation and adventure.

As you step inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living space featuring a wood-burning stove—ideal for curling up witha good book after a day of exploring or playing board games. The comfortable living room is equipped with a smart TV, perfect for movie nights with family and friends. The fully equipped kitchen offers all the essentials for home-cooked meals, complemented by a dining area that captures the true essence of a mountain cabin.

Venture out onto the spacious covered deck, where you can sip your morning coffee while enjoying the serene sounds of the nearby babbling creek and the cheerful chirping of birds. The deck offers ample seating, perfect for unwinding after a day of hiking or simply soaking in the tranquility of the woods.

The main floor features a convenient bathroom with a shower and laundry facilities. Head down the carpeted staircase to discover the family suite, which boasts a comfortable king bed and a double with a twin trundle, along with a smart TV for entertainment. Just across the hall, a cozy queen bedroom awaits, and both rooms share a Jack and Jill-style bathroom, ideal for families or groups traveling together.

Step outside to your private wooded backyard, complete with a fire pit and Adirondack chairs, where you can gather under the stars after a day of exploring. A short, easy hike leads you to picturesque small waterfalls and a wading pool—perfect for a refreshing dip on a hot day
Seeking adventure This home is conveniently located moments from Highlands Outpost. There you'll find The Scaly Mtn Screamer mountain coaster, Gem Mining and Snow Tubing in the colder months. For a more laid back day you are just a quick trip to Highlands with both Osage Overlook and Blue Valley Overlook. Breathtaking views along the scenic highway all the way to Highlands where you will find a quaint town with shopping and great food. Karma Cabin, the neighborhood it's located in and surrounding towns are small town friendly and looking forward to welcoming you for your time here.

** This property has a non-refundable 5% Credit Card fee regardless of cancellation policy

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1350 Sq Ft (125 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Laura H.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    We had the most wonderful time. Didn’t want to leave! Anyone looking for the best cabin ever, this is it!!! Very warm and cozy,big decks overlooking a creek that sounds like heaven! It was just totally perfect!!!

  • Cindy M B.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Easy check-in, well-stocked kitchen, awesome decks. Loved this cabin and the tiny creek behind it. The driveway was a bit difficult to maneuver. We ended up backing in.

  • Danny W.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    Very nice location.

  • Tyler R.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2023

    Stayed Sep 29, 2023

    This place is fantastic, clean and very true to the listing. The host is responsive and kind. I would absolutely stay here again.

  • Dawn G.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2023

    Stayed Jul 29, 2023

    Mildew/mold smell downstairs made it unbearable!!! It was hard to sleep!!! We stayed one night and left two days earlier with know refund given. NOTE - Due to lack of air conditioning and hot summer days the smell in the bedrooms was very potent!!!

  • Steven D.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2023

    Stayed Jul 4, 2023

    I can’t say enough great things about Karma Cabin! From arrival with having everything fully-stocked, to the comfort of sitting on the back porch while listening to the babbling brook, it was truly the best cabin experience I’ve ever had! Located within a short driving distance to so many beautiful overlooks, waterfalls, and amazing mountain towns! The beds and pillows were comfy, and the house was clean and as cute as can be. I utilized the grill and fire pit, which were a nice bonus. The bathrooms were clean and convenient, having one upstairs and one downstairs. I even did laundry before departing! I stayed for almost a week, and didn’t want to leave! I will definitely be back. The host was great and very communicative, answering any questions I had, promptly. If you’re looking for a quiet, cozy cabin tucked into the woods, this is your place! Thanks again, Karma Cabin!

  • Reagan R.

    Submitted May 31, 2023

    Stayed May 27, 2023

    If you like a quiet setting, filled with songbirds and waterfalls this is the place…a cozy cabin with log burning furnace and outdoor fire pit quickly fill the air with comforting smells. This location was conveniently located near Highlands and Cashiers, Dillard and Franklin. We can’t wait to come back for another wonderful experience!

  • Karli F.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2023

    Stayed Dec 27, 2022

    We enjoyed sitting on the back porch listening to the rushing creek and enjoying the peacefulness! Holly was amazing to deal with!

  • Sarah L.

    Submitted Dec 5, 2022

    Stayed Dec 2, 2022

    The cabin is the coziest, well maintained, and has everything you want in a creek side Mountain cabin. Loved listening to the creek. We spent much of our day on the peaceful porches. We enjoyed cooking in the well equipped kitchen. There was even a cast iron skillet. The bedrooms were quiet and dark and had comfortable beds. It is close to the downtown highlands area. We loved this place and would come back!

  • Lauren D.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2022

    Stayed Oct 12, 2022

    I cannot say enough nice things about Holly!! She really has a heart for others and it shines through. She is incredibly helpful, kind, responsive, interested and knowledgeable. She is a real gem! This cabin is charming. We found it to be quite cozy and comfortable and clean. The kitchen was adequately stocked with all you should need and included a nice coffee selection. A Keurig as well as a drip coffee maker were provided. My only suggestions perhaps would be the addition of an ottoman or coffee table to the living area for games or just a place to put your stuff. A little decluttering of surfaces for the same reason would help as well. It was nice to have the brochures and magazines etc, about the area but perhaps they could be contained so that the surfaces in the living area would be more useful. The creek off the back of the cabin is small but quite noisy and soothing with a small waterfall. We enjoyed a glass of wine by a fire in the fire pit one afternoon. My 85 year old mother was able to navigate the slope of the lot to get to and from the bottom deck to the fire pit area. Important to us! The upper deck is large enough to be comfortable with 2 chairs for seating and a dining table with 6 chairs. The lower, ground level deck is not gated. We had pets with us so I brought a pet gate with us. The bedrooms are located downstairs. They are quiet and comfortable. The linens were of good quality. Another blanket might be nice. The bathroom on this level is shared. The heating is baseboard style and warms the cabin quickly after coming in from a day of being out and about this time of year. A major disappointment, though, was that the wood stove depicted in the photos is off limits to guests and we did not learn of this detail until a couple of days before our visit when we inquired about directions for operating it. Luckily, our weather was so perfect it really wasn't needed. Directions to the cabin were accurate and easy to follow. The actual road to the cabin is narrow and one lane and gravel. Very typical of the area. The turn into the property is quite sharp and, while there is plenty of parking, it is difficult to the make the turn into and out of the property. That said, this cabin and setting and creek are totally worth it. Enjoy! Thank you for sharing your lovely home. Thank you too Holly! Happy Fall

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