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Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families

Highlands cabin with kitchen

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Highlands

On river.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Cullasaja Falls with a stay here. Jackson Hole Gem Mine is within 2 miles (3 km) and Dry Falls is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dry Falls - 11 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Whiteside Mountain - 28 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 53 min drive - 68.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 58 min drive - 75.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Asian King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Captain D's - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families

Gorgeous setting on the Cullasaja River with mountain views! This newly remodeled mid-century cabin is inviting, comfortable and stylish. The perfect spot for the entire family. Or a quiet retreat for a couple.
The Cullasaja River is thought to be one of the best trout fishing rivers in Western North Carolina, and the home is in the lower Cullasaja Gorge making it just minutes to Franklin and less than 9 miles to Highlands, with excellent cellular service. Improvements include new appliances, new lighting fixtures, new AC/Heat systems, new roof, updated electrical and plumbing, new decking, newer furnishings.
You can hear the roaring river with rock boulders just outside your door and an abundance of songbirds. Prepare your favorite meal from the well-equipped kitchen while enjoying picturesque views of the river, the oak and dogwood trees, the mountain laurels, and the rhododendron, through the oversized plate glass window and doors.
Peace, tranquility, comfort and lots of outdoor spaces to enjoy best describe this property, making you feel worlds away but close to the town conveniences of shopping, dining, hiking and beautiful waterfalls.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No additional guests outside of the reservation are allowed on Property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: All children to be supervised for safety reasons.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families to the airport?

This cabin is 79.1 mi (86-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families on Oct 5, 2026 start from CA $609, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families to downtown Highlands?

This cabin is 6.8 mi away from Highlands.

Cullasaja Cottage ♡ River Love ♡ Highlands Cozy for couples, Room for families Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and property manager (Kangee) were fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026