Family-friendly vacation rentals in Chattooga River

Peaceful Lake Cabin - Close to Town - sleeps 6

Enjoy a peaceful cabin getaway on Apple Lake, 5 minutes from Highlands, NC. Highlands is a charming mountain town with great restaurants, spa, theater, music concerts, and shopping. Our cabin is very open with high ceilings, a huge wood burning fire place, two bedrooms downstairs, and two upstairs in an open loft. Minutes from scenic waterfalls, and hiking trails. Enjoy relaxing on the porch, cooking, fishing, and kayaking on the lake. Wonderful for family/friend vacations or a romantic getaway!

Kitchen · Family · Walkability

Mountain Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Pvt. Deck

*** Due to urgent dam repairs, the lake will be drained and not usable from June 15, 2026 through May 2027.*** An adventurous holiday at this phenomenal charming rustic custom-built cabin in a private, gated community! This outdoorsy getaway is close to many outdoor opportunities like hiking and biking trails and fly fishing. There is also a fire pit, fireplace, hot tub, and deck! When you're not soaking up the sun curl up on the hammock and relish the peace and quiet of this secluded property.

Family · Kitchen · Value

Secluded Waterfall Cabin.

Romantic, rustic cabin at the base of a 35-foot waterfall, nestled in the middle of 16 secluded acres surrounded by national forest that extends to the Chattooga River. This magical get-away caters to those with an adventurous spirit. Hike from the cabin to additional waterfalls, bike down Turkey Ridge Road to Opossum Creek Trail and the Five Falls or drive two miles to the Chattooga Belle Farm. The Waterfall Cabin is a joy to us all, and we hope you love it as much as we do. No cleaning fee.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Nearby

THE BELLA LUNA Romantic Treehouse - Outdoor Shower

This is the perfect ROMANTIC ESCAPE! Located in the Sumter National Forest the Bella Luna is just 5 minutes from Stumphouse Tunnel, Issaqueena Falls, Yellow Branch Falls hiking trail, and Stumphouse Mountain Bike Park and within an hour of Clemson, Lake Jocassee and Clayton, GA. Our romantic retreat features carefully curated vintage furnishings, an outdoor shower, napping net, relaxing seating areas and an outdoor fire pit stocked with firewood and a S’mores kit! We can't wait to host you!

Family · Indoor spaces · Condition

❤️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!

Family · Indoor spaces · Quiet

Firefly Bungalow. Cozy treehouse guesthouse.

Tiny treehouse accomodations in a peaceful wooded setting that will have you awakening feeling refreshed and ready to take in all that our area has to offer. Spend your evenings enjoying our outdoor area and take time to meet our resident farm animal friends. We are located minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, downtown Gatlinburg Tennessee and all of the action and entertainment in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Please take a moment to read our listing description and details.

Family · Indoor spaces · Long stay

Hide Inn Seek Hillside Treehouse 1.5mi to Main St

Escape to luxury at the Hillside Treehouse brought to you by the biophilic hospitality brand 'Hide Inn Seek'. Located in Highlands NC, just 1.5 miles from main street, this newly built home sits boldly among the trees allowing you to indulge in nature while enjoying luxury accommodations. The 58 step ascent leads you up to a treehouse experience like no other. Check out our newly listed sister property, Bird Nest Treehouse, designed just for couples—complete with a full spa experience!

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Getting around

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!)

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Quiet

Waterfall Views, Lake Hartwell, Highland Architect

Come and enjoy nature with 100+ acres to roam. Architect James Fox designed this cantilevered cliffside home overlooking a beautiful waterfall. Feel like you are in the trees, in an area much as it was when inhabited by Cherokee Indians. Stream feeds into Lake Hartwell. In the summer months on the weekends and holidays kayaks, jet skis and small boats visit the falls. This property is in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Please respect our pet policy, only service animals.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Location

A Lakefront Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Kayaks • Canoe

Whitewater Cabin is where you wake up to peaceful lake views, sip coffee on the porch, and spend the day kayaking or swimming from your private dock. This lakefront cabin is tucked away on a private Lake in the South Carolina mountains, minutes from Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee. It’s the perfect getaway for couples, families, or friends looking to escape into nature. After a day exploring waterfalls, hiking, or boating, come back and unwind in the hot tub overlooking the water.

Kitchen · Family · Accuracy

Mountain house perfect for nature lovers!

Nestled between the mountain forest and a secluded pasture, filled with friendly donkeys, horses and miniature Highland cows, Blackberry House is the ideal place to connect with nature and loved ones. The spacious and well equipped, three-story cabin is perfect for families or large friend groups to make memories together. After exploring the streams and trails or visiting the animals, relax on one of the swings on the wrap-around porch or toast marshmallows around the fire pit.

Kitchen · Family · Checkout

Mountain Sunsets & Stars! @ The Green Cabin

Amazing Late Summer & Fall Color Sunsets Await! Relax with your family and friends while soaking the panoramic views at this peaceful & secluded 4 acre hilltop cabin close to downtown Clayton, GA and Highlands, NC! Experience the beautiful local wineries, amazing boating on Lake Rabun & Burton, endless scenic hiking trails, horseback riding, white water rafting, trophy worthy trout fishing and everything else Beautiful Rabun County has to offer!

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