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Retreat on Buck Creek , Highlands. Creekside waterfront!

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Exterior
Exterior
Aerial view
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Cullasaja Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Jackson Hole Gem Mine
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Twin Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Retreat on Buck Creek , Highlands. Creekside waterfront!

Escape to this beautiful, 4000+ sq foot house in picturesque Highlands. This amazing property boasts 4 bedrooms (2 upstairs master suites) with 2 king beds and 2 queen beds, and a bunk bed in the downstairs game room. Three full bathrooms and two half baths feature luxurious amenities like jetted bathtubs. The large main floor living area is anchored by a floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace. The downstairs has 2 bedrooms with queen size beds and a full bath. An additional living space/game room downstairs is equipped with a pool table, ping pong table, game table and large screen TV, wine cooler and half bath. The large chef's kitchen is equipped with upscale Dacor double ovens, Sub Zero side by side refrigerator, 6 burner gas cooktop, 2 drawer dishwasher and a wine cooler. It is fully stocked with all cookware and dinnerware. After dinner relax on the furnished wrap around porches listening to the creek, in the hot tub on the back deck or enjoy the fire pit which is perfect for s'mores with the kids. Conveniently located 20 minutes from Highlands on what’s has been described as “one of the most scenic routes in western North Carolina”, 30 minutes from Cashiers and 15 minutes from Franklin make The Retreat at Buck Creek perfectly situated for your mountain vacation. Perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a cozy retreat. Kickback, relax, and enjoy everything Highlands and our house has to offer. Exterior security cameras.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please take trash to the Highlands Road Recycle Center , 5.9 miles north from Buck Creek Rd as you approach Franklin. Large black trash bags are in the pantry across from the laundry room.
Please lock all doors and return keys to the lock box by the front door.
Please reduce the hot tub temperature to 80 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4936288
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this vacation home is in the mountains 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 Arrowmont Stables. Traveling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja Falls - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Dry Falls - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 15 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 17 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Highlands Supper Club - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Moka Latte Express Coffee Drive Thru - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat on Buck Creek , Highlands. Creekside waterfront! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Creekside waterfront near Highlands?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Creekside waterfront near Highlands on Jul 6, 2026 start from $882, 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 Retreat on Buck Creek , Highlands. Creekside waterfront!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat on Buck Creek , Highlands. Creekside waterfront!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Retreat on Buck Creek , Highlands. Creekside waterfront! located?

This family-friendly Highlands vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Cullasaja Falls. Lake Glenville and Dry Falls are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great about the home! Very clean, comfortable beds, spacious for a large family! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 5, 2026
Thank you Emily! Andy and I are so happy that you enjoyed your visit to the Retreat and would love to have you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Hope C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was the perfect after Christmas getaway for our family of 7! The house layout was ideal for privacy, fun and family. The creek next to the house was so relaxing and the view from the hot tub was perfect! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 1, 2026
Thank you Hope. We are delighted that your family enjoyed the stay at our home. Safe travels home and we would love to see you again. Happy New Year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was everything you need and more. The hosts have thought of everything - comfortable bedding, kitchen utensils/cookware, plenty of room for our family of 8. Highly recommend this property for couples or families. The entire property / inside and out - was exceptionally done and well maintained. Would love to return sometime soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 28, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so happy that you and your family were pleased and that you’d like to come again. We’d love to have you!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
How wonderful to write a review and say that it was even better than expected! This home and the surroundings were beautiful. Whether you come for a month with extended family or a weekend with a couple of friends - it is the perfect place to relax and recharge. Plenty of room to spread out, well stocked kitchen and bathrooms, gorgeous outdoor space, large clean hot tub, huge fire pit, grill on porch. Beds and pillows were soft, high quality bedding. Couches were plush and oversized. Everything was super clean. The host is accessible and cooperative. Our teenage girls had a blast playing in the creek after a day of hiking while we watched from the upper porches. It is dog friendly but aside from the water bowl waiting in the kitchen for your furry friend, you’d never know pets were around. The driveway is tricky but well worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2026
We are so happy to know that you and your family enjoyed The Retreat. My grandchildren love the creek as well and of course the hot tub!! We would love to have you back again anytime.
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8/10 Good

Ashleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful- nicer than even the pictures showed. One thing we were very surprised about was that you needed to bag up your trash and drive it miles down the road to dispose of. We did reach out to the property manager who kindly told us to keep it in the garage and then they would take care of it as we did not have the room in our cars to take it out. Overall amazing and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2026
Thank you Ashleigh. We have made arrangements to eliminate our guests responsibility for taking the waste to the garbage recycling facility.

About the host

Hosted by Andy Robins

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Andy and I live in Fairhope AL and enjoy golfing and the amazing people that call Fairhope home. We are retired, Andy a Marine pilot and retired Delta commercial pilot. I am retired from Merck pharma sales.

Why they chose this property

Highlands gives us the opportunity to enjoy mountains and cooler weather. It’s very warm in Fairhope and the cool air and lower humidity in Highlands are a refreshing change of pace. Being on the creek is amazing, nothing like the sound it makes and the water is crystal clear.

What makes this property unique

Lots of wonderful homes in Highlands but not too many directly on a rushing creek.

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