Cottage vacation rentals in Jackson County

Peaceful 5 acres with creek! Central to WNC!

*High clearance vehicle recommended! This updated cozy cottage sits on 5 magical acres with a creek, tucked away in a private cove, yet is centrally located to all the best of Western NC. You'll love sitting on the spacious deck, enjoying the firepit or exploring the woods. This nook of the woods feels far away from everything, but is just 3 minutes to Dillsboro, 9 minutes from Sylva main street, 20 to Cullowhee. These towns have excellent restaurants, coffee shops, breweries and unique stores.

Comfy Creek Side Cottage In Town; Perfect For Two

This tastefully decorated small cottage is conveniently located just three blocks to downtown Highlands. Just a 10-12 minute walk to the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Also within walking distance is The Botanical Gardens, Sunset Rock, and Kelsey-Hutchinson Park. There are several trails directly accessible from the doorsteps of this creek side sweet spot. All new furnishings including queen sized Sealy Posturepedic Cushion Firm mattress, all cotton linen, and outdoor furniture on deck.

Mountain Rest

Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished 1 bedroom/1 bath 900 sf cottage. The master bedroom has a queen sized bed and an additional trundle bed, located in the main room, which comfortably sleeps 2 people. The main room has a living space as well as an adjoining kitchen and dining area. Conveniently located between Highlands and Cashiers North Carolina, guests can enjoy the amenities of both towns as well as nearby hiking at Whiteside Mountain & Glenville lake.

❤️Romantic Highlands Cottage❤️Trail Access to Town!

At 4000+ feet & only a 10 min walk to town on the Rhododendron Trail. Totally renovated 2017!! Light & sunny 3 bed/2 bath, 750 sq. ft. Originally built by my wife's g-grandmother in the 1940's. Floor to ceiling shiplap, 17 ft. ceilings, hardwoods, reclaimed barn wood, custom fixtures, heated marble/slate bath floors, tankless water heater, gas fireplace, porch, Wifi, TV, washer/dryer, kitchenette. Beautiful gardens! Classic Highlands charm with modern comforts! Hike, fish, shop, or relax!

"BearHaven" Vintage Highlands Cottage at its Best

BearHaven is nestled in a groove of majestic towering white pines amidst a variety of hardwoods, native mountain laurel and rhododendrons. This charming two-bedroom, two bathroom cottage is tastefully crafted from vintage pine has a cozy living room, a well-equipped kitchen and multiple indoor and outdoor seating areas. The 500 square foot screened in Veranda is the cottages "crown jewel". Just minutes to downtown and only a mile to Glenn Falls. The Fire Pit is a must see and enjoy!

Brookside Cottage

Brookside cottage is newly renovated and surrounded by forest in the mountains of western North Carolina. A mountain stream descends in front of the cottage providing an restful water feature. Located in Transylvania county between Brevard and Cashiers, the area is named the “Land of Waterfalls”. Supplies (food, drink, etc.) are available 2 miles from cottage. Caution to low riding cars/sports cars: the last half mile to this cottage is a gravel road and must ford a small stream.

The Crane Cottage in downtown Cashiers

This cottage is a private home on Cashiers Lake; walking distance to shops, restaurants, and bars, minutes to golf courses, hiking trails and trout fishing, the perfect year round get-a-way with a key location and utmost charm. To all of our guests for 2024- FYI : The private lake that is the back drop to our house will be empty all year due to the owner’s development. Rain will allow it to look full at times. See last photo in listing. -John and Marcia

Peaceful Mountain Cottage

Quaint, cozy two bedroom cottage in the beautiful mountains of NC. Peaceful, quiet setting. Easily accessible by a flat, paved driveway. Fast WiFi and strong cellular service. Equipped with a Roku TV and all your favorite apps. Minutes from hiking, fishing, waterfalls, restaurants, shops and golf. Franklin, NC- 5 minutes Highlands, NC - 25 minutes Bryson City, NC - 40 minutes Asheville, NC - 70 minutes

Secluded Cottage on the Farm-close to Parkway

Retreat to the mountains in this secluded white cottage on the farm. At our little white house, you’ll be able to gaze at the twinkling constellations while enjoying the fire pit, sit on the back porch and admire the Blue Ridge Parkway in the distance while listening to the creek, and live side by side with our farm’s prize-winning Brown Swiss cattle. *Please note the fireplace is not operational.