Aerial view of forested Blue Ridge mountain ridges around Creeksong Cabin under a clear blue sky

Highlands, North Carolina

Creeksong Cabin

A true log cabin with a stunning mountain view, three wood-burning fireplaces and its own Secret Falls, tucked into the woods outside Highlands.

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 baths
  • Dog-friendly
  • Free Starlink Wi-Fi
9.8/10 on Vrbo · 97 verified reviews · Premier Host
From$235/night

Welcome to Creeksong

Fall asleep to the creek.
Wake up to the mountains.

Creeksong is a genuine log cabin in the woods near Highlands, with a long view over the Blue Ridge from the front deck and the master suite. Light a fire, sink into the jetted bathtub, hike to the waterfall on the property, then gather around the fire pit for s’mores.

It’s owned by two families who love it here, and we’ve stocked it the way we like to travel: a kitchen with everything you need, good beds and sheets, games and puzzles for rainy days, and an arcade for every age. Before you arrive, you’ll get our digital welcome booklet with directions, house tips and our favorite local spots.

Dev note: full owner story is in “Our Story” below. Still wanted: a photo of both families (plan.md §2.3).
9.8/10Vrbo guest rating
97verified reviews
Top 10%of reviews in the area
The log cabin's front porch with an American flag, surrounded by trees and a stone path
Secret Falls cascading over rocks into a pool on the property
Secret Falls, on the property
  • Secret Falls

    Two waterfalls on the property, a 15–20 minute hike from the door.

  • Stunning view

    Mountain views from the front deck and the master suite’s private deck.

  • 3 fireplaces

    Wood-burning, including a stone fireplace by the breakfast nook. Firewood on the honor system.

  • Jetted bathtub

    A deep jetted bathtub in the master bath, plus a separate shower.

  • Free Starlink Wi-Fi

    High-speed internet for streaming, video calls and the Smart TV.

  • Arcade & game garage

    A 4-player arcade with 4,500 games, ping pong and a REP Fitness gym.

  • Free EV charging

    A Tesla charger is free to use (other EVs may need an adapter).

  • Dogs welcome

    Up to 2 dogs under 50 lb, $125 per stay.

Our story

Two best friends, one creek, and a promise kept

We’re Mark and Keith, best friends who grew up together in Pennsylvania, moved to Florida together, and stayed close as we each built a family.

In 2018, Mark brought his family to Highlands and we all fell for it: the waterfalls, the foliage, the people. We vowed to save every cent until we could buy a place to share with our families and introduce others to the area.

In mid-2020, this cabin appeared in a search. Mark was on a flight from Florida that same day. After touring it with the realtor, he followed the sound of the waterfall. Not knowing about the trail, he scrambled straight down the steep hill to the creek, fell in a couple of times, and found a rock at the top of the falls. From there he called his wife, who supported whatever he decided, and then Keith, who agreed to buy it sight unseen.

That same day, another buyer beat our offer. We put in a backup offer and kept looking, but nothing fit us like this cabin. About six weeks later, a text arrived: the buyers had backed out, and our offer was accepted. Mark picked up a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and drove straight to Keith’s house to surprise him.

Once it was furnished, we wanted to share it, and guests have booked it on Vrbo since mid-2021. Today Creeksong is owned by our two families, who love it here, and we look forward to welcoming many more.

Rooms & sleeping

Room for six, with space to spread out

3 bedrooms plus a living-room sofa bed · 3 bathrooms · sleeps up to 6

King bed in the master suite with log walls and windows to the woods

Bedroom 1 · second floor

Master suite

1 King

Wood-burning fireplace, a mountain view, a loveseat for two and a private deck. En-suite bath with jetted bathtub and shower.

Queen bed in the loft bedroom under a vaulted log ceiling

Bedroom 2 · loft

Loft bedroom

1 Queen

Up the wooden staircase under a vaulted ceiling and chandelier, with its own half bath.

Two twin beds with plaid bedding in the first-floor bedroom

Bedroom 3 · first floor

Twin room

2 Twins

Great for kids or friends, with a full bath right across the hall.

Living room couch that pulls out to a double bed

Living room

Sofa bed

1 Double

The cozy couch by the fireplace pulls out to a double bed.

Bathrooms

  • Master bath Jetted bathtub, shower and makeup mirror
  • Loft half bath In the loft bedroom
  • First-floor full bath Tub/shower, next to the kitchen

Amenities

Everything’s here, so you can just arrive

Cushy chairs on the enclosed porch with windows on three sides

Inside

  • 3 wood-burning fireplaces (firewood on the honor system)
  • Jetted bathtub in the master bath
  • Free high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi
  • Smart TV with YouTube TV in the living room
  • Enclosed porch with chess board and leather chairs
  • Puzzles, board games and kids’ toys
  • Dohm sound machine in the master

Kitchen & dining

  • Fully stocked kitchen with center island
  • Pots, pans and cooking basics
  • Keurig and drip coffee makers, coffee station
  • Breakfast nook by the stone fireplace
  • Dining table for family dinners
  • Weber grill on the front porch

Play & fitness

  • 4-player arcade with 4,500 classic games
  • Ping pong table
  • REP Fitness resistance-training gym
  • Jumbo Connect Four
  • The “Dwarf Dwelling” kids’ play area

Outdoors

  • Secret Falls and a second waterfall on the property
  • Fire pit with “Creek Theater” seating
  • Front deck with two-person swing
  • Private deck off the master suite
  • Hammock in the trees

Parking & EV

  • Two-car garage for your vehicles
  • Free Tesla charger (adapter may be needed for other EVs)

Good to know

  • Digital welcome booklet before arrival
  • Children of all ages welcome
  • Up to 2 dogs (under 50 lb each)
9.8out of 10

Loved by guests on Vrbo

97 verified reviews, a 9.8/10 average, and a place in the top 10% of guest reviews in the area. We’re a Vrbo Premier Host.

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“Great family escape. Loved our time in the cabin. The property was clean and as advertised… The hike to the on-property waterfall is a nice bonus. Our family had a wonderful Thanksgiving stay!”

Verified Vrbo guest · Nov 2024

“Great place to relax and unwind. Relaxing. Comfortable. Cozy. Well-stocked kitchen. Felt right at home, without all the stress. Great view. We didn’t want to leave!”

Verified Vrbo guest · Aug 2024

“Second time at this cabin and we loved it. The private waterfall and creek is amazing and the highlight of the trip. We will be back.”

Verified Vrbo guest · Sep 2026

“The cabin was very cozy, and with three fireplaces, nice and warm. Wonderful place!”

Verified Vrbo guest · Dec 2025

“The cabin and hosts were absolutely remarkable! Kindest, most communicative hosts I’ve ever dealt with in my 8 years of traveling with Vrbo. The beds were so, so comfortable and we loved using the fireplaces.”

Verified Vrbo guest · Oct 2026

The area

Highlands & Cashiers, at 4,118 feet

Highlands is a walkable mountain town on the Highlands Plateau, surrounded by Nantahala National Forest. Most of its shops and restaurants line Main Street, and Cashiers is about 10 miles east.

Aerial view of a waterfall in the forest

Waterfalls

  • Secret Falls On our own property, 15–20 minutes on foot.
  • Dry Falls A 75-ft falls on US-64 west of town that you can walk behind (U.S. Forest Service; small day-use fee). Vrbo lists it as about a 13-minute drive.
  • Bridal Veil Falls A 45-ft roadside falls on US-64; the old road behind it is now open to walkers only.
  • Whitewater Falls About 23 miles away via Cashiers; the Highlands visitor guide calls it the highest waterfall in the eastern U.S.
Mountain ridges seen through trees from the master suite

Hiking

  • Whiteside Mountain A 2-mile loop between Highlands and Cashiers to a 4,930-ft summit above 750-ft cliffs (fee parking).
  • Yellow Mountain A strenuous 4.8 miles each way to a panoramic summit, with the trailhead about 5 miles from downtown.
  • Sunset Rock An easy half-mile walk from the Highlands Nature Center to granite ledges over town.
  • Nantahala National Forest Vrbo lists the forest as about a 1-minute walk from the cabin.
Dining table set on the covered front porch

Dining & town

  • Ristorante Paoletti Northern Italian on Main Street, named No. 1 for fine dining in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Best of the Best.
  • Madison’s at Old Edwards Inn Farm-to-table lunch and dinner, open to the public (reservations recommended).
  • Casual favorites Four65 Woodfire Bistro, Highlands Pizza Place, Highlands Smokehouse and Highlands Burrito.
  • Groceries Mountain Fresh Grocery and Bryson’s Food Store, both in town.

Sources: Highlands Chamber of Commerce visitor FAQ, hiking and dining guides; U.S. Forest Service pages for Dry Falls and Whiteside Mountain; Tripadvisor via the Raleigh News & Observer (Oct 20, 2026); Vrbo listing (drive and walk times). Many businesses keep seasonal hours, so check before you go.

Rates & availability

Clear pricing, before you book

Nightly rates vary by date. These ranges come from the cabin’s current calendar; your exact nightly price for every night shows in the calendar below.

Winter & spring

starting at $235/night

Jan 8 – May 2027: weeknights $235–$446 · Saturdays $360–$511

Summer

starting at $285/night

Jun – Aug 2027: weeknights $285–$375 · Saturdays $410–$540 (July 4th weekend $540)

Fall color

starting at $345/night

Sep – Oct 2027: weeknights $345–$545 · peak October weekends $615–$640

Late fall & holidays

starting at $285/night

Christmas 2026 $519–$579 · Thanksgiving weekend 2027 $446–$561

  • Cleaning fee$250 per stay
  • Pet fee (up to 2 dogs)$125 per stay
  • Minimum stay3 nights
  • Taxes (estimated)6.75% sales + 3% occupancy

Rates from the cabin’s Vrbo calendar as of Oct 31, 2026, subject to change until booked. Taxes are an estimate (NC and Macon County sales tax plus Macon County occupancy tax) on rent, cleaning and pet fees; final amounts are confirmed at checkout.

Dev: tax rates (6.75% + 3%) and what they apply to are assumptions: CPA to confirm before launch. Nightly rates and min-nights come per date from data/rates.json → daily (395 nights, Nov 1 2026 – Nov 30 2027).

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Next open weekends

Policies

House rules, in plain words

Check-in & checkout

Check-in after 4:00 PM. Checkout before 11:00 AM. Arrival details come in your digital welcome booklet before your stay.

Guests

Up to 6 guests. Children of all ages are welcome. The primary renter must be 25 or older.

Pets

Up to 2 dogs, each under 50 lb. Pet fee $125 per stay. No other pets.

No events, no smoking

No parties or events. No smoking anywhere on the property.

Cancellation

  • 14+ days before check-in: 100% refund
  • 7–14 days before: 50% refund
  • Within 7 days: no refund

The same policy as our Vrbo listing.

Payment

100% is due at booking. There is no damage deposit.

Fees

Cleaning $250 per stay. Minimum stay 3 nights. Estimated taxes (6.75% sales + 3% occupancy) are shown in your quote.

Your security

We will never ask for card details by email, text or chat. Book only through this website or Vrbo.

FAQ

Questions guests ask

Don’t see yours? Send us a note below.

What are the check-in and checkout times?

Check-in is after 4:00 PM and checkout is before 11:00 AM.

How many people does the cabin sleep?

Up to 6: a king in the master suite, a queen in the loft, two twins in the first-floor bedroom and a double sofa bed in the living room. There are 3 bathrooms.

Is there a jetted bathtub?

Yes. The master bath has an indoor jetted bathtub with plenty of room, plus a separate shower.

Is there Wi-Fi?

Yes, free high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi throughout your stay.

Can we use the fireplaces?

Yes. There are three wood-burning fireplaces. Firewood is provided on an honor-pay basis; details are in the welcome booklet.

How do we get to Secret Falls?

Secret Falls is on the property, about a 15–20 minute hike from the cabin. Wear sturdy shoes, and stay off wet rocks near the water.

Are dogs allowed?

Up to 2 dogs, each under 50 lb, for a $125 pet fee per stay.

What’s the minimum stay and age?

The minimum stay is 3 nights, and the primary renter must be at least 25.

What is the cancellation policy?

100% refund if you cancel 14 or more days before check-in, 50% between 7 and 14 days, and no refund within 7 days. It’s the same as our Vrbo listing.

When do I pay, and is there a deposit?

Payment is 100% at booking. There is no damage deposit.

Can we charge an electric car?

Yes. A Tesla charger is free to use during your stay; non-Tesla vehicles may need an adapter.

Why book direct instead of on Vrbo?

It’s the same cabin and the same cancellation policy either way. Booking direct means no Vrbo traveler service fee and a direct line to the owners. If you’d rather use Vrbo, you can book listing #5033570 there.

Location

Secluded in the woods, close to town

Creeksong sits deep in the trees outside Highlands, North Carolina (ZIP 28741), in Macon County. We send the exact address and arrival details after you book.

  • Nantahala National Forest about a 1-minute walk
  • Dry Falls about a 13-minute drive
  • Franklin about a 15-minute drive
  • Downtown Highlands about 11 miles, roughly a 20-minute drive
  • Whiteside Mountain trailhead about a 30-minute drive
  • Cashiers about a 30-minute drive
  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) about an 85-minute drive

Drive times are approximate and can run longer on winding mountain roads, in winter weather, or in busy seasons.

General area only. Exact location shared after booking.

Contact

Questions before you book?

Send us a note and one of the owners will get back to you. You can also message us through our Vrbo listing.

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