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Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting

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Exterior
Exterior
SIDE GARDEN
SIDE GARDEN
ENTRANCE TO SIDE GARDEN

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Biological Station
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - Master

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Downstairs Twin

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - Downstairs Full

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Loft

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - Hall/Twin Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - Full Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting

Scout's Retreat is a uniquely decorated log cabin with a stackstone fireplace and surrounded by a beautifully landscaped garden with native rhododendrum, mountain laurel and hemlocks. Located on a private road, one mile from downtown Highlands on the Rhododendron Trail. The cabin offers wonderful accomodations in the midst of a rustic mountain setting and within walking distance to town and nearby restaurants and shopping.

The den features a stackstone fireplace, antique hand hewn beams and walls with large tv and comfortable seating and has access to the side garden. The dining room which offers seating for eight opens to a screen-in porch overlooking the back yard. Fully equipped kitchen has a gas range and bar area with island seating. Both kitchen and dining area have access to the screen porch.

Two bedrooms downstairs (one with twin beds and the other with a queen bed) are uniquely decorated with antiques. Both bedrooms have private natural stone baths.

The upstair tastefully decorated master bedroom features a queen size bed with seating area, antique chest, tv and hand hewn log open ceiling. A private bathroom features a natural stone shower with a dressing table area. A loft adjacent to the master bedroom is furnished with a sofa and a full size antique bed and chest offering additional sleeping and storage.

Their are two gardens located on the property with one featuring a stackstone wall flower garden where one can relax and enjoy the mountain air and can also be used as an entertaining area.

The neighborhood mountain lake located on our private road is stocked with trout and can be used for fishing.
This is the perfect getaway location to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains and all of the cultural treasures of Highlands.

There are many activities that one can experience in Highlands, from hiking, golf, tennis, great restaurants, shopping, spa and cultural arts galore.

Scout's Retreat is the perfect getaway location for those seeking relaxation and adventure without sacrificing comfort.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
3- Night Minimum
5 night minimum for Thanksgiving Week

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 461548
Property # 461548vb
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

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cabin is in the mountains. Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Biological Station - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Highlands Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting on 18 May 2026 start from AU$746, 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 Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming and Unique Log Cabin with Beautiful Garden Setting located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Highlands Biological Station and Highlands Dog Park. Highlands Art Gallery and Highlands Playhouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a wedding and enjoyed our stay at this cabin! The beautiful setting and the decorations and feel of the the place was inviting and homey. The property owners are great hosts and were very responsive to questions before our trip. We also loved the screened in back porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

HIghlands Cabin

Charming cottage wonderfully equipped.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful place

Wonderful home in a beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy cottage. We enjoyed everything about our stay. We loved the fireplace! We had a fire going all day and night! The grounds were very pretty. We did see deer, but no bears! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for visiting Highlands and so glad you all enjoyed your stay at Scout’s Retreat!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretta S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful cabin located close to downtown Highlands. It is just as welcoming inside as it is outside. We were in awe the moment we pulled into the driveway. The accommodations were so comfortable and we felt like we were “home.” The hosts were easy to communicate with and we certainly plan to book this again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind words and so glad you all enjoyed your stay in Highlands!! Hope to have you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy P.

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

Cozy cabin

Our family of 5 enjoyed a week in this adorable, well-located cabin. The owner has decorated with vintage style wallpapers and a curated collection of paintings, some she has produced herself! We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very supportive and welcoming. They helped us from the get go and made our stay wonderful. The home itself is so very charming. Attention to detail is evident everywhere u look! A luxurious log cabin in a charming town in the beautiful NC mountains…what could be better?
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alye M.

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

The best!

Our hosts were just lovely, accommodating and welcoming. The property was perfect for a girls weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

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

Girls Trip

Perfect home for a girls trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

AshleyKelley

It was absolutely perfect. Will make a point to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol G.

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

Charming cottage

Our stay was interrupted by bad weather and the owner was ok with our departure being a day early. Loved the cozy back porch!! Kitchen was well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Charming mountain getaway

Overall we were so happy with our at your cottage. It was so charming and quaint! The beds were so comfy and the house had everything we needed as a family if 5! The gardens were beautiful and the weather was lovely! Definitely will return ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scout’s Retreat is the mountain home you’ve dreamed of! Charming and warm with attention to anything a visitor needs to feel welcome. The decor is exceptional with mountain motifs, but tastefully updated. The hosts had a bottle of wine and a big basket of snacks waiting on us. We were invited to take advantage of anything we saw. We plan to rebook next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
Thank you so much!! So glad you all enjoyed your stay at Scout’s Retreat!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Perfect

What an amazing rental! The pictures do not do it justice. So cozy and quaint. The location was great, owners were so sweet and communicative, the house had all the amenities we needed. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean and smartly appointed with everything you'll need to enjoy meals in-house. There was plenty of firewood, games and puzzles to have a fun cozy evening. While Mountain Fresh Grocery has an extensive wine selection, their groceries are limited and very expensive. Shop at Bryson's Food Store for a full service grocery store. Dry Falls are a must to visit and an easy walk. Whiteside Mountain Trail is a great 2 mile hike with tremendous views...take some snacks and enjoy the view. We would highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy t.

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

Scouts Retreat is Perfect

This “Ralph Laurenesque” mountain home has it all. The furnishings are beautiful, chic mountain home appropriate and super comfy. It has a cook’s kitchen with everything one needs, well designed and updated bathrooms, two marvelous porches to enjoy and is tucked behind and beside gorgeous mountain flora and fauna (a bear and cubs even visited us for a few breathtaking moments)! I cannot think of anything I would change about Scout’s Retreat except next time a longer stay. It is mountain house perfection!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Thank you so much! So glad you all enjoyed your time in Highlands at Scout's Retreat!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tenley B.

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

Fabulous stay during artic blizzard

We stayed at Scouts Retreat during the artic blizzard! The hosts were very, very accommodating. They stocked the firewood and decorated the house for Christmas which was such a nice touch. The power stayed on, fireplace roaring and a good time was had by all. The kitchen is very well appointed and the whole house worked fabulously with our adult group. We did hike despite the ice and hit a few restaurants in Highlands which was only 1 mile away (one closed because of no water). We hope to return soon with or without the artic blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
So glad it all worked out and we all survived the Arctic Blast!! Hope you all can visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina H.

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

Perfect for us!

I travel to Highlands/Cashiers area yearly in June & have rented several places looking for just the right place. This is it! This home is warm & inviting, decorated with antiques, nice lamps, good art, & comfortable beds. The kitchen is well-appointed with all the right equipment to cook a meal. And by the way, all is very clean! The owner was very quick to respond when I reached out & was very helpful! Downtown Highlands is about a mile away. This turned out to be great for us as we tend to go into town everyday. I can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Dream House

This cabin was fabulous. Beautifully appointed furnishings and art which made for such a cozy and inspiring environment, not to mention very convenient to downtown. My family would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc W.

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

Great Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We have no complaints and only positive memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christianna M.

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Wonderful, lovely home!

My family rented this home during the Christmas holidays and it was wonderful. My husband and I are slightly homeless due to a current renovation and we needed a place to celebrate Christmas with my grown-ish children. This home was perfect. It was conveniently located close to downtown Highlands, lots of places to take hikes nearby, and the home itself was well appointed and provided us with everything that we needed. I would highly recommend this rental to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth p.

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

Charming, cozy and wonderful house!

Tastefully decorated very comfortable house with a lovely yard. Comfortable beds, great fireplace. Great location within walking distance to town. Would definitely recommend this property and hope to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

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

Perfect cabin for a week or a weekend! Great for couples and families!

Photos don’t do this property justice - the grounds and interior are elegantly styled and maintained. This was the perfect space for our family getaway. The owners of this property have designed a space that is both comfortable and luxurious; it can only be ascribed to years of making great memories with family in this location. Thank you for sharing your space with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Great Convenient Beautiful Property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cabin! It was well equipped for anything you may need, very clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming cabin in the woods

I almost hesitate writing a good review as I want to keep this gem a secret for future visits 🙂. Our family recently stayed here for our fall break and loved the comfortable, charming cabin. Everything was taken care of for us from supplies for a perfect fire to the comfiest or beds. It is very convenient to town yet secluded and tucked away up in a mountain neighborhood. My kids loved exploring the outdoor gardens. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Thank you so much! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!! Please come back!!

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