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High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets

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A spacious interior with high ceilings, large windows, and a stone wall.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a stone wall.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs.
A two-story house with a deck, large windows, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • High-speed internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Lake Junaluska, NC
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataloochee Valley
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Level Primary Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Loft Bedroom

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Level Full Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Primary Ensuite Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets

Welcome to High Hope: A Serene Mountain Retreat at 4000 Feet on Winchester Creek

Nestled at 4000 feet on the side of a mountain, High Hope is a charming cabin that offers an escape you'll never want to leave. This 3BR/2BA retreat is perfectly suited for outdoor enthusiasts, whether you're a hiker eager to explore the trails or someone who simply wants to relax on the deck and enjoy the serene beauty of the surrounding woods, wildflowers, and the soothing sounds of Winchester Creek.

High Hope features a 3 bedroom, 2 bath layout with an inviting open floor plan. On the main level, you'll find two bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings, and a spacious kitchen equipped with modern amenities including Wi-Fi, heating, a washer & dryer, and Smart Lock for convenient keyless entry. The primary suite boasts its own ensuite bathroom, and both bathrooms offer a tub/shower combo for relaxation after a long day of adventures.

The upstairs loft is a great hangout spot, featuring two single beds, a trundle bed, and a large 55" TV—ideal for movie nights or lounging. Open the windows to let in the fresh mountain air and the tranquil sounds of the nearby creek as you drift off to sleep.

Located just minutes from the Balsam entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway, High Hope is conveniently close to mountain adventures, fine dining, shopping, and local breweries. The cabin is only 6 miles from downtown Waynesville and a 30-minute drive to Cherokee and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, placing countless activities and scenic spots at your doorstep. Make High Hope your next getaway destination and experience the beauty and tranquility of mountain living.

PETS: A well-behaved dog may be permitted by the owner, provided the dog is crated when left alone. We also require that dogs not be allowed on all beds and furniture nor scratching flooring and crated when left alone. Provided towels and linens are NOT for pet use, please be a responsible pet owner; pet owners who do not follow the rules are subject to additional cleaning fee. Respecting these guidelines enables us to continue to offer a home for pets and their families. A non-refundable pet fee of $150 is required prior to arrival. Prior approval is required to bring more than one dog and an additional pet fee will be required to be paid. We will request the additional monies after the reservation is confirmed.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1945745vb
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
On-site 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lake Junaluska

Located in Lake Junaluska, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cold Mountain Gameland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waynesville Recreation Center and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including snowboarding, birdwatching and wildlife walks.
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 1 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 35 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 41 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 48 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets?

As of 21 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets on 25 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,566, including 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.

How much is parking at High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is High Hope / Mountain Cabin / Winchester Creek / Pets located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Junaluska Golf Course, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Haywood Regional Medical Center and Pigeon River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house and location was great! Walking distance to the lake and surrounding stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you Cindy for the 5 Star review on Harmony Hill, We love hosting guests who enjoy everything the area has to offer and leave the home just as they found it. Future renters can expect a clean, quiet, and well-cared-for space! Guest Services, Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful property with an amazing view of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback, future guests appreciate and so do we - SVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!!

We enjoyed the location. And already making plans to book that location again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hot tub was the highest quality tub we've used at a rental, the pool table had conversion into a ping pong table (that we sadly didn't have time to use), and the space was enormous and wonderfully furnished. The view of the lake was phenomenal and it was a convenient drive to anything we needed. This unit sets the bar for all future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience at Harmony Hill, so glad you enjoyed your stay, future guests appreciate and so do we! -Guest Services, SVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, everything worked well for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thanks so much for sharing your experience at Harmony Hill, future guests appreciate and so do we! Come back anytime, we'd love to host y'all again! Paula B - Guest Services, Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were amazing, the house was perfect, the Lake was beautiful. Plenty of room for our group, and every amenity one could wish for. Any time we gad a question we had a reply within minutes. We all would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2026
Thank you, it was a pleasure hosting your family - wonderful guests we hope to host in the future! - Guest Services, Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer gathering i the hills

Excellent location to get anywhere in Maggie Valley. The house is amazing with a wonderful view of the lake. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2022
Thank you Robert, for taking the time to share your experience, future guests appreciate and we do too. Take care and stay safe and healthy, we'd love to host you in the future. ~Paula, Guest Services
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Accommodating Get-away

Our multi-generational family enjoyed our restful and inspiring vacation at this lovely home while attending our church conference.Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Hi Linda, thanks so much for the feedback, future guests appreciate and we do too! Paula B, Guest Services, Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work retreat

Was a great place to stay with several other adults. We all had plenty of room to spread out as well as lots of great hang out options. Loved the multiple decks and the pool/pong pong table! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent in every way

Our team enjoyed the beautiful property, the spacious living areas, and the walkability of the house to Stuart Auditorium for the UMC's Annual Conference. We will be booking again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
We're so glad your team had a great stay and that the location worked perfectly for the Annual Conference! It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the space and the convenience. We’d be thrilled to host you again—looking forward to your next visit! Guest Services, Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This is the perfect house for a work group to stay

This was our 2nd year to stay at this house during the Western North Carolina Annual Conference. Our work staff rents this home, and it is perfect for a work group. It is spacious, and offers enough space for everyone to spread out and have some privacy when needed. But also has great areas for everyone to convene, eat, etc. We hope to make it 3 years in a row at next year's Annual Conference!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you Susan! We are so happy you all enjoyed! Please come back and see us! Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

The house was great with beautiful views, several levels of porches. Space to spread out. The lake and the sidewalk around the lake was very scenic. Liked the convenience of Food Lion about 5 minutes away. Cooked a lot. Resort amenities are not included. There is not a sandy area with swimming in the lake. The pool was nice 10 per person per day. Pickle ball was the hit of the week and we brought our own paddles. Otherwise you can rent equipment. The mini golf needs a make over.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Tammy, thanks for taking the time to share your experience, future guests appreciate and so do we! Paula B, Sunburst Vacation Rentalsw
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home with a view of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2026
So happy you enjoyed Harmony Hill - thanks for sharing your experience, future guests appreciate and so do we - Guest Services
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for girls' getaway.

4 college buddies. We each had our own room and bath! Comfort. Conversation. Dining. Relaxation. Shopping. Hiking. Hot tubbing. Mountain and Water views. Checked all our boxes and then some. Thanks for a great space to reunite!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Great week in the Smoky Mountains

Great property - wonderful to have room to move around with lots of family. Great setting.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is our second stay at Harmony Hilll and we are so glad we came.

This is our second stay at Harmony Hilll and we are so glad we came. We did a weekend in October and a full week in June, and enjoyed both stays. Lots to do in the area and the home had plenty of space for our family to visit and hang out. Team members are amazing, friendly, and very helpful. As stated above, we had a few problems and their response was quick and they took care of everything, and followed up to make sure everything was okay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is our second stay at Harmony Hilll and we are so glad we came.

This is our second stay at Harmony Hilll and we are so glad we came. We did a weekend in October and a full week in June, and enjoyed both stays. Lots to do in the area and the home had plenty of space for our family to visit and hang out. Team members are amazing, friendly, and very helpful. As stated above, we had a few problems and their response was quick and they took care of everything, and followed up to make sure everything was okay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is our second stay at Harmony Hilll and we are so glad we came.

This is our second stay at Harmony Hilll and we are so glad we came. We did a weekend in October and a full week in June, and enjoyed both stays. Lots to do in the area and the home had plenty of space for our family to visit and hang out. Team members are amazing, friendly, and very helpful. As stated above, we had a few problems and their response was quick and they took care of everything, and followed up to make sure everything was okay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ski Lodge

It was a great house and the pictures are very accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

I have said more than you needed to hear.

I have said more than you needed to hear. I understand that Rick is checking out other properties for our '22 event. Previously, I was told I would receive a refund for the Hot tub fee. I also feel there should be a reasonable reimbursement for the property not being as expected. Contacts relating to this visit was with Paula - she was very helpful and attempted to deal with our issues. I understand my son communicated with Rick Border - he was appreciative of Rick's concern and effort to help.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location

We enjoyed staying at this house. It is lovely; the decks and view are great. The location is very convenient to Maggie Valley and Waynesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
Thank you Beth for taking the time to share your experience, future guests appreciate and so do we~Paula & SVR Staff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Property was everything we expected and more - clean and spacious with a great view. Plenty of room for all 8 of us to enjoy. The only drawback was the steep driveway. You better make sure you are lined up properly before you start your decline because you can't see the driveway until you take that first drop.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Family Getaway with beautiful view from deck!

We had a great family getaway at this home with plenty of room for multiple families. Beautiful views from the deck, nice walking path around the lake in friendly community.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2021
Thanks for sharing your experience Natalie..guests appreciate and so do we! ~Paula, Guest Services
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great house with beautiful views from the deck.

Great house with beautiful views from the deck. Plenty of room for family gathering. Plan to return! Extremely friendly and helpful, responded quickly to messages.

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