House vacation rentals in Highlands

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  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 130 vacation rentals in Highlands

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Highlands vacation rentals start at $80 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Family-friendly vacation rentals

    120 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly vacation rentals

    Find 60 rentals that welcome pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    50 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    130 of Highlands vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Highlands rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

    Highlands stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Top-rated house rentals in Highlands

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The spacious covered porch features comfortable seating with plush cushions, a dining area, and a stone fireplace. Large windows showcase expansive views of the surrounding landscape, while wooden beams add a rustic touch to the design.
Home in Highlands
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Honey Bee Hideaway | Views + Deck + Close to Town

Welcome to Honey Bee Hideaway! Our sweet home got its name because of our passion for harvesting honey from our bee farm located in Georgia. Located just minutes from downtown Highlands. We are also just 1 mile from Glen Falls (a MUST see) & close to many trails & waterfalls. HBH has everything that you'll need for your getaway: *kitchen appliances & gadgets *5 smart TVs *fast Wifi *back & front porches w/ rockers for relaxing *grand stone fireplace for those cold nights! *Weber gas grill

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The tiny home is nestled among lush greenery, with flowering bushes in the foreground. Sunlight filters through the trees, highlighting the wooden exterior and tin roof of the home. A small porch with rockers is visible, inviting relaxation in nature.
Home in Franklin
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews

Cabin / Cottage in Franklin, The Rusty Nail

A completely Shabby Chic Tiny Home with Rusty Tin throughout. Antiques placed inside for purchase. Shabby but all is in perfect new condition. Play all day and come home to comfort! Nine mile beautiful drive to Highlands, NC. Thirty five miles to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. Ideal for couples, adventurers , brewery lovers and hikers! Spend time at the Fire Pit after a day of sightseeing or hiking , cook on the grill, sit on the small front porch and drink wine/coffee in Adirondack Rockers

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A charming large barn-style home is set against a backdrop of trees and a hillside. The structure features a wooden facade and a roof covered with metal. The surrounding landscape includes a grassy lawn and decorative wooden fencing.
Home in Highlands
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews

River Love ❤@ The Barn *Highlands Trout Fishing

This romantic retreat on the CULLASAJA RIVER will have you swooning for your love and wanting to stay longer. Nestled in a picturesque valley at higher elevations with views of the lower gorge and the Cullasaja river rapids as your playground, the open floor plan and abundant windows feel like treehouse. Romantic is just the beginning as you sleep with views of the moon and stars over your bed in 1 of 2 Master Bedrooms. Or choose the 2nd enormous suite downstairs for more views of the river.

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A spacious outdoor living area features a comfy sectional sofa and a wooden coffee table, surrounded by lush greenery. Two hanging chairs provide a relaxing spot to enjoy the expansive mountain views, while a hammock stretches across the deck, inviting tranquil moments.
Home in Highlands
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Huge Views, Outdoor Tub, Fire Pit, Close to Town!

Perched at 4,200' high and under 10 minutes to downtown Highlands and Cashiers, this easily accessed, light filled, cabin offers massive, year-round, long range views of Whiteside &Rock Mountains from every room of the house as well as from our expansive decks! -10 Minutes to Downtown Highlands (shopping, dining, art culture) -8 Minutes to Cashiers Crossroads (Whiteside brewery, coffee, shopping) -5 Minutes to Whiteside Mountain trailhead -15 Minutes to Lake Glenville (Boat Rentals!)

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Home in Lake Toxaway
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 376 reviews

Cabin I Private hiking trails | Hot Tub I Sauna

Welcome to your private mountain escape in Lake Toxaway, NC! This 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin is a one-of-a-kind retreat, offering breathtaking sunset views, a peaceful wooded setting, and unique architectural details. Unwind in the hot tub under the stars, relax in the sauna, challenge your partner to air hockey, or cozy up by the fire pit—all while enjoying the beauty of nature. Plus, enjoy exclusive access to 3 miles of private hiking trails, perfect for exploring the great outdoors!

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Home in Franklin
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviews

Franklin A-Frame with Hot Tub and Mountain Views

Escape to this stylish mountain retreat featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Relax on the spacious deck or soak in the private hot tub while taking in breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stay connected with high-speed internet, perfect for work or streaming during your stay. Ideally located for adventure: just 8 minutes to Downtown Franklin, 30 minutes to Highlands, 1 hour to Asheville, and close to countless hiking trails, waterfalls, scenic drives, and more!

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A cozy cabin is nestled among trees, overlooking a gently flowing creek. Warm string lights are draped across the surrounding foliage, adding a soft glow to the peaceful woodland scene. The ground is covered with autumn leaves, enhancing the natural setting.
Home in Otto
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Cabin/relax to raging rapids/hiking trail/secluded

RELAX at Bearfoot Falls! private and peaceful, up in the mountain, nestled amongst national forestry, creeks and water rapids in back yard! Open the windows and listen to the sound of running water! Hiking trails right out of the backyard to beautiful water falls! Indoor fireplace, outdoor gas fire table on screened in porch and outdoor fire pit! NO CHILDREN UNDER 12 no pets, pet fee will be applied for service dogs and only upon review. 25 mins to Highlands!

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A cozy seating area is highlighted by a deep red couch adorned with decorative pillows. Bright, multicolored stained glass windows provide a vibrant backdrop, while lush greenery is positioned near the windows, enhancing the inviting atmosphere.
Home in Highlands
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Par’s Heavenly Highlands Generator! Winter Ready!

This home is full of light and love! It has two bedrooms with a queen in each and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. Two bathrooms with walk in showers. Beautiful kitchen ready to cook and bake. The deck is the perfect spot for outdoor meals or a relaxing book, while secluded in Laurels and the sound of a mountain spring. It is an easy stroll to Main Street. Par’s Heavenly Highlands is my dream home! Come visit! Marsha (most folks call me Par:)

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The exterior of a ranch-style home is framed by lush green trees and landscaped gardens. A brick facade and sloped roof are complemented by a stone border around the yard, creating a welcoming entrance. Large windows allow natural light to fill the home.
Home in Highlands
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Spacious, In-Town Hideaway - Easy Walk to Town

Our home is a comfortable, private hideaway basically in the middle of the town of Highlands. While the neighborhood feels like a quiet, tucked away subdivision you are able to walk to Main Street in minutes (and as of 2023, there are sidewalks the entire way to town!). Watching the sun set behind the mountains from our porch is the perfect way to end your day. And bonus, we are just steps away from the famed Edelweiss Bakery!

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A wooden dock stretches out over calm waters, reflecting colorful autumn foliage on the surrounding hills. The still lake creates a serene atmosphere, while the clear blue sky adds depth to the scene. Gentle ripples are created by a light breeze.
Home in Cullowhee
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock

Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.

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A cozy living room is presented, featuring a brick fireplace with a warm fire. Two upholstered armchairs are positioned beside a small table, with a lamp illuminating the space. A large window allows natural light to fill the room, framed by floral-patterned curtains.
Home in Highlands
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Mt Laurel-Walk to Main Street!

Mountain Laurel Retreat offers the perfect location, walkable to downtown! ! Leave the car behind and stroll into the heart of the town to enjoy the vibrant spring and summer energy. With 1800 square feet of living space, you will enjoy a large open-concept kitchen, and dining room, that is perfect for gatherings. We offer 3 spacious bedrooms, two of which feature a King/Queen bed with a private bathroom.

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Home in Highlands
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 298 reviews

Scotchland. Wood burning fireplace. 5 min to town

Scotchland is a cozy, professionally decorated mountain house in the serene Mirror Lake neighborhood, less than two miles from boutique shopping, fine dining, and Old Edwards Inn & Spa in downtown Highlands. Hikes, waterfalls, & overlooks are all within a quick scenic drive. YouTube TV fast internet! Please note we have a no pet policy.

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