Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families
Heardlot Lodge in Whiteside Cove Five Bedrooms, Pet Friendly, Water Feature, Hiking, Fishing
Heardlot Lodge in Whiteside Cove is everything you thought a ‘cabin in the woods’ would be, and more. Five bedrooms and three bathrooms. This rustic lodge has all the necessities you need to enjoy life in the mountains. This cabin is the REAL DEAL, an authentic Tom Picklesimer log house.
Heardlot—Think of it as a home-base for mountain adventures, a summer camp for families and adults alike, or a quiet getaway —with the comforts of home!
HEARDLOT Lodge is a spacious two-story Log House in Whiteside Cove, half-way between Highlands and Cashiers. Situated on a 5-acre site, this comfortable lakefront property directly adjoins the trail-head of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River Trail and the expansive public National Forest lands that extend downstream for over fifty miles. Hike or fish the famed Chattooga River for miles . . . Picnic or swim at the private dock, or at nearby Grimshawes Falls (Cashiers Sliding Rock) . . . Walk to the top of breathtaking Whiteside Mountain . . . Worship at the Episcopal Summer Chapel with its famous Bluegrass band, just around the corner . . . Photograph the many waterfalls in the vicinity . . . Watch the dive-bombing hummingbirds . . . Read a great novel . . . Shop unique boutiques and antiques or enjoy outstanding dining in Highlands and Cashiers . . . or just sit back, rock and enjoy the cool serenity. 5 Bedrooms / 3 bathrooms. Sleeps 10, with 2 queens, 1 full, and 4 twin beds, plus 4 bonus twins. Large open living/dining area; covered porch. Lakefront dock with grill and chiminea. Microwave, Keurig coffee maker, dishwasher, washer, dryer, flatscreen TV monitor, DVD player, ceiling fans, fireplace, wood stove, and grill. Air-conditioned by nature. High-speed, fiber-optic Internet service and landline telephone provided. 500 mbps wi-fi supports your video-streaming app on smart TV and wi-fi calling on cell phones. (Regular cable TV and cell phone services are unavailable in the Whiteside Cove area.) Pet friendly. Whiteside Cove, where this lodge is located, is between Highlands and Cashiers and is one of the region’s best-kept secrets! Beautiful places, great hiking trails, wild trout streams, sheer rock rappelling and climbing. Other Stuff to Do: On site: hiking, walking trails, archery, lake activities. Nearby: Chattooga Wild and Scenic River Trail — 6-miles hike from Heardlot Lodge to Steel Bridge on Bull Pen Road. Waterfalls. Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area and vicinity — Hiking trails, pristine forest, Chattooga River, Iron Bridge, Ammons Branch picnic area, Slick Rock Vista, Sloan Bridge trailhead. Waterfalls — Grimshawes (Cashiers Sliding Rock), Secret Falls, Silver Run Falls, Whitewater Falls. Champion-sized Poplar Tree preserved at Rich Gap Road. Granite City on Whiteside Cove Road — rock climbing and rappelling. Nantahala National Forest — waterfalls, trails, swimming, hiking, backpacking, etc. Highlands — Dining, Shopping, Highlands Playhouse, Highlands Nature Center and Botanical Gardens, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts, Center for Life Enrichment, Library, Sunset Rock, (overlooking downtown), Highlands Greenway Trails (Five miles of trails throughout the town). Cashiers — Dining, Shopping, Farmers Market, Village Green, Playground, Library, Recreation Center. A Little Further Away (30 min to 1 ½ hours away): Golf — public courses include Sky Valley, Mill Creek Club, and Sapphire National. South Carolina — Walhalla Fish Hatchery, Sloan Bridge/Foothills Trail, Duke Power’s World of Energy, Oconee State Park, Lake Jocassee. Gorges State Park. Lake Glenville — boating, fishing. Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Smoky Mountain Scenic Railroad. Cherokee Indian Reservation — “Unto These Hills” drama, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino. Biltmore House & Gardens, Asheville. Blue Ridge Parkway
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About the area
Highlands
Located in Highlands, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sapphire Valley Ski Resort and Highlands Country Club. Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station are also worth visiting. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Western Carolina University - 50 min drive - 46.7 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive
Restaurants
The Tavern @ High Hampton - 15 min drive
Shell - 27 min drive
Whiteside Brewing Company - 17 min drive
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 25 min drive
Buck's Coffee Cafe - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families on 1 May 2026 start from £302, 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 at Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Heardlot Lodge Think of it as a summer camp for families located?
Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Chattooga River. Cashiers Farmers Market and The Village Green are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Me and a group of my buddies went up for a golf trip and loved the cabin. Definitley tucked away in the woods, rustic and clean as a whistle. Will definitely rent again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charles C.
26 Nov 2019
Cozy Private Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was very relaxing and we had a great time and we would love to do this again in the future.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Heardlot! From swimming in the lake to game nights to reading on the back porch, it was a welcome break from real life. Cabin seemed tucked off the beaten side path, but was not far from so many great hikes, Cashiers and Highlands! The kids were delighted to find it was less than a mile to Cashiers Sliding Rock and the grownups were just delighted. Thanks for a great stay!
M.E. H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Josefina R.
22 Aug 2020
Cabin in the woods
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was a beautiful surprise. The house was very clean and with all that is necessary. The only thing I would improve is the lightning because in the evenings it was dark in the common aéreas. And maybe have something for the mosquitoes or little bugs.
Josefina R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Tammy S.
9 Aug 2021
Not what we excepted
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
On a positive note the cabin has plenty of room for a large family, and the reality company was very nice and helpful. However, the cabin was dirty and smelled. We opened the door and the smell of moth balls was so strong it was hard to breathe. The cabin also has a moldy smell ( probably the reason for the moth balls) the showers had dead bugs and spiders, rat feces was on the pillow shams, headboard, and floor of one of the back bedrooms. The furniture was old and dirty, we put a sheet over the sofa so we could set on it. I cleaned the vinyl chairs in the dinning area and the paper towels I clean them with was black with dirt. I’m just glad we only rented for a weekend and not a week. Very disappointed !!