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Escape to On the Rocks, a tranquil cottage nestled within quiet woods near Big Creek river. Panoramic water views from the screened-in porch and Adirondack chairs by the fire pit invite relaxation. The chef’s kitchen, bar, great room with a wood-burning fireplace are perfect for entertaining while high-end décor provides comfort.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 2750 sq ft
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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
Note from host: Parking limited to 4 cars.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Highlands, this cottage is in the city center and on the waterfront. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Highlands Aerial Park and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Highlands, NC
What's nearby
- Bridal Veil Falls - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
- Dry Falls - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
- Highlands-Cashiers Hospital - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
- Highlands Country Club - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
- Whiteside Mountain - 13 min drive - 5.4 miles
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shell - 7 min drive
- Oak Steakhouse - 15 min walk
- Madison's Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Calders Coffee Cafe - 7 min drive
- Kilwin's - 6 min drive
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Minutes to town! Mountain chic/ waters swim hole firepit. Game room and porches! Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
Aug 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad J.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Highlands House
Brad J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
David T.
Oct 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway!
David T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ralph V.
Mar 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highlands
Ralph V.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin R.
Sep 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love On The Rocks
Erin R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Betsy C.
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ll Be Back!
Betsy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
allison g.
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in highlands
allison g.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and very convenient to both Highlands and Cashiers.
Verified traveler
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Virginia M.
Sep 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Highlands.
Virginia M.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Russell G., Atlanta, GA
Oct 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Russell G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Russ F.
Oct 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Russ F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hillary B.
Jan 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect mountain getaway
Hillary B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin R.
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing
Erin R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence C.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great memories
Lawrence C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andi L.
Oct 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great “Get a Way”
Andi L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Renee E.
Oct 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was ideal
Renee E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
dave c., Central Georgia
Jan 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home, nice location
dave c.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Todd T.
Jul 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A week in Highlands
Todd T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alex M.
Nov 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Alex M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Suzy B.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect anniversary celebration
Suzy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy P.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On the Rocks
Nancy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary V.
Aug 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding weekend.
Mary V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
ansley z.
Oct 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic streamside location
ansley z.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gayle L., Atlanta, GA, USA
Jun 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marvelous
Gayle L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy D.
Jan 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Vacation Home!
Amy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023