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Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River

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A wooden cabin with a porch and steps leading to a door, surrounded by a rocky stream and autumn foliage.
A log cabin with a large front porch, surrounded by a forested area.
A rustic wooden cabin surrounded by a forest with a flowing stream.
A spacious cabin with a loft bedroom, a dining area, and a living room with a large window overlooking the outdoors.
A wooden interior with framed artwork, a view of a natural landscape through large windows, and a deck area with outdoor seating.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs primary bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs ensuite master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs half bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Upstairs guest bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Scottish Tartans Museum and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jackson Hole Gem Mine and The Factory. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 36 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 53 min drive - 68.7 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 57 min drive - 70.0 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 58 min drive - 75.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Asian King - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River ?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River on Jan 20, 2027 start from $470, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whitewater Mountain Cabin on the Cullasaja River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Cullasaja Falls, and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Cliffside Lake Recreation Area and Dry Falls are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay as a family of four! We enjoyed everything about this beautiful cabin and the surrounding property. It was SO clean and fully stocked with everything we needed for a full week of vacation in the mountains! They even had a Blackstone on the screened in porch so we cooked 99% of our meals at the cabin. We drank coffee on the deck overlooking the river every morning and finished our nights with s'mores by the camp fire. It was perfect and we highly recommend this vacation home. The hosts are lovely and very attentive. We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we love this property and have stayed several times. amazing views and sounds
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this cabin. Beautiful property with everything you need and great communication from the host!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2025
Thank you so much for visiting us on the river and we hope you will return to enjoy another season.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean with the most breathtaking view of the river. My husband and I stayed here for our 40th wedding anniversary. Everything about this property is great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful weekend retreat

Great cabin just as advertised.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, well maintained home
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 10, 2025
Thank you for your visit Blake, and you timed it perfectly for the fall leaves!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Cabin

Beautiful cabin and super clean! One of the nicest we’ve stayed at
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2022
Thank you Mason and I hope you'll come back and visit the cabin to enjoy one of the other seasons.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer trip

Very nice beautiful cabin right on the river everything about the place was above our expectations would definitely like to stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2025
Thanks for your feedback Benjamin, and we hope that you and your guests will consider returning for another season on the river. Obviously the fall leaves are tremendous and the holidays are nice too because we decorate the cabin for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Take care.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin exceeded our expectations and was well stocked with everything you could ever need or want. The river was beautiful! Communications were great. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2025
Hey, now that you've enjoyed the cabin at this time of year, I would encourage you to check out the spring season as well with rhododendron blooms!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO experience

Gorgeous property and incredible location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2020
Thank you for vacationing with us and please come again to enjoy other seasons!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great escape

very nice and as described. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 3, 2025
Hope to see you again for another season!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin and Great Location!

The cabin was so clean and so well stocked. The location right on the river was amazing, we didn't feel the need to even leave the house for a few days. Will definitely like to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 24, 2020
Thank you so much for your visit and we'll see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 15, 2026
Thanks for visiting us in the heart of winter. I hope that you'll be able to come back and enjoy the cabin over the summer as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had high expectations but it was even better than we expected. A five star whitewater retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2025
So appreciative of your comments as we always try to see around corners and anticipate needs that our guests may have when arriving at this small slice of Paradise.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Vacation

Second year staying at the Whitewater Mountain Cabin and had another amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2025
Hey Spencer, always glad to host you, please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin!

We had a great stay in the cabin. It was so clean and had everything needed. The cabin was in a perfect location with beautiful surroundings. We hope to return again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2023
Thanks so much for a great visit, and hope you will return for another season!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than advertised

We loved staying at the property. It is a beautiful setting, very peaceful. We will definitely book this again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2021
Thanks Jim - see you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing quality home with anything you could want available...including a roaring river!

execellent .....especially for 4 people and or kids...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2022
Thanks for the excellent review Charles, and we hope you'll return to enjoy another season - like Fall or Winter!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

White white cabin

Can't say enough about this beautiful property. Kitchen is well stocked, the whole place is spotless, beds super comfy and the sound of the river rushing by is so relaxing! Loved our stay and can't wait to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2022
Thanks for the nice comments Pamela, hope to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

December getaway

Great place to stay. If you were to design the perfect cabin and perfect location this would be it. We are repeat visitors and I am sure future visitors. Thanks for the wonderful memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 13, 2023
Hi Elizabeth, thanks for the nice review, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view!

Property is great- clean and nice river views. Our second time staying here. Will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2023
We hope to host you many times again Courtney!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic mountain getaway. This was our second stay and we just love this place. It has everything you could need. We fished out back, played horse shoes, roasted s'mores, cooked, grilled, lazed in the hammock. The sound of the river is very relaxing. Really special place. 20 min from Highlands off of scenic route 64.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2025
Always nice to have you Angela and we'll see you next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin in a beautiful place.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cabin is absolutely gorgeous, very clean and modern. Outside every window is a view of the river. It's a very quiet and secluded place. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 29, 2024
Great to have you Dustin and glad you're considering a return visit - perhaps Spring, Summer and Fall, to top off your Winter visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time!! From the owner to the magnificent sounds and views. The house was stocked with everything you would possibly need. The view out the glass doors and windows would make a great postcard. Very fast response time for any questions. Coming back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 3, 2025
David, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving on the river with your family. that you'll be able to return and enjoy the cabin again, perhaps try another season such as the spring flowers or the fall leaves. You are a wonderful guest and it was great communicating with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an unexpected gem! My friend group truly enjoyed everything about our stay at this property. The owners truly thought of every detail! It was just a very relaxing and peaceful weekend. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2025
Pleased to hear of your relaxing weekend! I suggest you check the cabin out in the Fall for leaves, or the Winter for snow! Come again!
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