Skip to main content
Entire cabin

~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'

Family-friendly cabin in Highlands with a hot tub

Photo gallery for ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'

Exterior detail
Interior
Dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Perched on Highlands Mountain, Hunter's Lodge offers a serene mountain retreat with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. This luxury home features handmade custom log details, gourmet kitchen with mountain views, and fireplaces inside and out. With hiking trails nearby and a fully stocked home complete with thirsty towels and down comforters.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'

** WELCOME TO HUNTER'S LODGE**

Spectacular, panoramic mountain view from sunrise to sunset. Sitting on 12 acres, this custom built, luxury home is located on Highlands Mountain. 15 minutes from downtown Highlands. On top of Highlands Mountain. It is one of the the highest homes in the area, placed right next to forest service land for additional privacy and easy access to hiking trails. Maps for hiking trails are available in home.
****View is so expansive that you can see hawks and eagles soaring past the balconies*****

***Home was built by a renowned custom log home builder with handmade, custom features throughout entire home****

The house is fully stocked (towels, linens, soap, toilet tissue, garbage bags, paper towels, cleaning agents, etc.).400-1200 count sheets throughout. Temperpedic master bed. Down comforters throughout home. Thirsty towels throughout. The refrigerator has purified water.The spring fed tap water is remarkable and guests take a gallon or 2 home with them. A fully stocked gourmet kitchen with mountain views awaits your culinary skills. Please bring charcoal if you plan on using outside grill. Also bring fire logs if you plan on using the outside fire pit.
*If you are booked during the winter months, please bring a bag of "ice melt" or sand just in case the driveway gets icy.*
Please extinguish fire and empty trash after enjoying the fire pit.
In winter months, please pick up 1-2 bags of salt in case of snow. 4WD vehicles are also recommended if you know it is going to be snowing. If you do not have a 4WD vehicle and we get a snow storm, just park at the top of driveway on the grass.
The property looks and feels like a 5 star mountain resort. Spend the day hiking on groomed, creekside mountain trails and your evening dining at an award winning restaurant in Highlands. We have run into town to buy supplies only to find ourselves still there 5 hours later exploring the many unique shops and trying a new restaurant for lunch and/or dinner. Coming home to this beautiful estate is priceless. Fireplaces inside and out will thrill you all 4 seasons with the push a a remote control button. Fire pit for memorable outdoor nights by a roaring fire.
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, plus loft (Sleeps 8)

**Can't find availability for this year? You can check next year's availability on the calendar. Also check calendar often, we sometimes get a cancellation)**
**If your dates are not available, please email us, as there is another cabin we own that is available to rent,
(VRBO# 763694).**
**The botanical gardens is located 3.5 miles away in downtown Highlands. Dry Falls is 2.5 miles away.The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts is 2.5 miles away from the Lodge. The Farmers Market is 3 miles from the property. Whiteside Mountain is 3.1 miles away.

For more information, availability, and photographs, please visit my Link at the bottom of this page. This also serves as a blog to add your comments.

Minimum stay is 3 nights. (check in at 4:00pm; check out at 10:00am). Later check out time may be available upon request and with approval only.

All special requests will be considered. Pet friendly after approval from owners.

Maximum number of people staying: 8-9
Charge of $25 per person per night will apply for more than 8 guests after approval.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Similar properties

Outdoor dining
~Remarkable *HOT TUB* Mountaintop Getaway~ At 3975 Ft!
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 131 reviews
~Remarkable *HOT TUB* Mountaintop Getaway~ At 3975 Ft!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

All trash must be bagged and tied. $100 fee applies Do not leave any food or crumbs on counters-- ants. $75 charge-early check in or late check out
Outdoor hot tub must be covered and strapped. All boxes must be broken down and stacked between garbage receptacles. $75 fee will apply if not done.
Damaged or missing items will incur fee. If dog is approved, all waste must be picked up. No pups on beds or furniture to avoid fees.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Must have written approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'

About the neighborhood

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cullasaja Falls - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Dry Falls - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Cliffside Lake Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Highlands BBQ Company - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS'?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS' located?

This family-friendly Highlands cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Cullasaja Falls. Dry Falls and Cliffside Lake Recreation Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

~HUNTER'S LODGE~ ' AN EXQUISITE 12 ACRE ESCAPE WITH SOARING VIEWS' Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 179 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed. Peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunters lodge

Nice property, i like the fact that its remote. The owners were responsive to messages. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

We loved the mountain lodge—great character, comfortable, good amenities, comfy beds. Hosts DJ & Hunter were very helpful & responsive to any questions. A special thanks for the info re: hikes. Bartram Trail near the house was spectacular, even on a cloudy day. Thanks & we plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

This was the perfect property for our Motorcycle getaway! The area is so Beautiful, Waterfalls are spectacular, roads are perfect for our Riding. We spent so much time under the covered entry and the back patio it was amazing! The Kitchen was perfect for cooking our dinners! Overall one of the Best vacations and VRBO's ever. I have to give a Big Thank You to DJ our Host, she went above and beyond helping me with everything, I will be back to this Property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mountain cabin

... I say cabin but the house is sizable, with more room than I expected. The location is great with nice views, while reasonably close to Highlands. It has an outdoor fireplace on the deck, as well an indoor one. We enjoyed sitting on the deck every evening (when we weren't in the hottub). You can book this property with no regrets!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Highlands

Owner very responsive. Property is unique and very secluded but close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time at The Hunter's Lodge

Enjoyed a nice quiet Thanksgiving week at the property. Everything was perfect. Beautiful area, near plenty of National Forests and Parks. We had a great time. The Cabin was very comfortable and nice. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin with Stunning Mountain Views and Exceptional Hospitality!

We had an amazing stay at this cabin! The mountain view was absolutely stunning, and we couldn’t get enough of it. The host was incredibly responsive and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. Getting to enjoy the snow was an unexpected bonus that made the trip even more special. We can only imagine how breathtaking the view must be in the fall when the leaves change colors. This was a perfect getaway, and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this property and enjoyed unplugging with our family for 4 nights. Will definitely be Back

We loved the Hunters Lodge experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Douglas F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Wonderful watching the sun rise over the mountain!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Elk Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

We enjoyed our time together at the Lodge and definitely will plan to stay again. Location was perfect for us and lots of room to spread out as a family. Play room was a huge hit with younger crowd and hot tub was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Memorial Day weekend

We had a great time at this property. It was very nice and the view was beautiful! We’re planning on renting it again in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

RICK C., Fort Lauderdale, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short and perfect Getaway!!

If you want to get away from the craziness of the world and reconnect with nature, this is the place. Well taken care of and with all the basics covered. I will stay again if I can find the time :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunters Lodge

Our family recently stayed at this lovely property. The standouts were the fantastic scenery from the property, great for family entertainment & feeling of truly being in the North Carolina Mountains. We would re-visit this property again James Henderson
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a house!

Great stay in a terrific house! DJ was very accommodating. Would recommend to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin, awesome location

Great location near Highlands but private mountain getaway. Loved the Highlands Hiker book owners left with great tips on nearby hikes. Jacuzzi and fire pit and great views! Awesome huge cabin with tons of games and ping pong table and foosball- we never ran out of things to do!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlie S., McKinney, TX

Great place!

Cabin was great! Hands down the most well stocked VRBO rental I’ve ever seen. Owner was very responsive to any needs when we were there and checked in with us during the stay. Game room was great for the kids. It was just 4 of us so plenty of room to spare. Met all expectations and hope to come back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay ever!

This was such a wonderful experience in an amazing house with incredible views. The hosts were very accommodating and responsive. The house is nicely decorated and gives you the quintessential mountain experience. My kids didn’t run out of any activities and had a blast playing in the game room and outside. We will absolutely stay here again. Thank you so much for your kindness and hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Best vacation ever!

It was like going to a 5 star resort in the beautiful mountains. The cabin was gorgeous and fully stocked with everything you could ever need for a great vacation. Chef's kitchen with top of the line appliances, beautiful rock fireplace, very comfortable beds with all the linens, breathtaking views of the mountains. Very private and a great place to get away from it all without being too far from town. The owner was very easy to contact and attentive to needs. Will definitely come back.

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL cabin with amazing views!!

The cabin and property grounds were beautiful! We really enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit, and views! It was so peaceful and a nice getaway from city life. The host left a bottle of wine and a bag of coffee, which was very thoughtful. The bedroom on the main is great for those who cannot climb the stairs. The kitchen is well-equipped along with all the basic supplies. We had a great time visiting several of the local waterfalls and trails. We will definitely be back! Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

allison l.

spring break vay cay

Our family had a wonderful stay at hunter's lodge! Well equipped, just as good as the photos, and beautiful scenery all around. The one drawback was poor lighting, as many light bulbs were out (this happened in several rooms). There is excellent hiking in the area, gorgeous waterfalls along the road to town, and friendly businesses in highlands.

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Found

Arrived late October for some COOL & COLOR and received both. House was perfect for us. Extremely well equipped mountain home with great views off expansive porch. DJ was very responsive to a minor issue we had getting it fixed within hours of our reporting. Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend trip

Nice property about 5 miles from downtown highlands. With great views from huge deck and from bedroom balconies. Very clean. Bed upstairs was so comfortable, I complained when I got Home. WiFi can be a little spotty, but that’s part of the deal when you’re in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Christopher Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whimsical mountain cabin

We had a great stay at the cabin. The view was wonderful and it was very peaceful. My only suggestions would be the kitchen. It was lacking in dish soap and dishwasher detergent. Some of the cookware needed to be washed before use. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Beautiful mountain cabin

We absolutely loved this house. We had 4 adults and 4 1/2 kids. The children loved the bunk bed room. The other 2 rooms with queens were very comfortable, clean and had great views. The house was very well kept and fully stocked with everything we needed. The views were incredible. We cooked smores in the fire pit one night and the children loved it. About a 15-20 min very windy drive to Highlands, but worth it. I would definitely recommend this cabin to others and we will hopefully get to return ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017