Large home with Mountain Views & 20 min from town

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7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 183500 sq ft

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Parking available
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Pet-friendly
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Highlands, NC

Old Edwards Club
‪27 min drive‬
Whiteside Mountain
‪29 min drive‬
Dry Falls
‪30 min drive‬
Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)
‪87 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Loft

2 Double Murphy Beds

Main level bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Easy 20 minute drive to the wonderful resort towns of Cashiers (to the east) or Highlands (to the west), but still a "deep woods" location at the end of a road with fantastic views of the mountains across the valley. Very private and rustic with only one neighbor in sight. Our backyard borders the Nantahala National Forest, and a 20-minute path leads to the Chattooga River and Chattooga River Trail with beautiful river access, picnic areas, swimming holes and endless hiking. This area is rated 'wild and scenic' by the forest service - a rare honor!

Kids love this place as we have built a special 'kids cave' inside - cozy and kid-size to get away from the adults - they have their own secret spot! Outside are play areas, swings, fort and hammock - and of course most important of all - the woods! Trails run through the woods, and the day will fly by while they explore. All the outside features are close enough so parents can enjoy their time on the upstairs screened porch and still keep an eye on the children.

Built in 2003, this passive-solar design brings the sun in during winter, so is naturally warm then, but shades the windows with overhangs and tree cover in summer so we stay cool! It also includes air conditioning and ceiling fans, a toasty see-thru gas fireplace on the main floor, and electric heat in each bedroom.

The open floor plan designed especially for family reunions. We have four full bathrooms, seven bedrooms (two with king size beds, four with queen size, and one with two twins), plus large loft (with two trundle beds) . . . this place can hold a LOT of people! Other rooms include family room, dining room, breakfast nook, and screened, covered patio and exterior deck with charcoal grill. Six BRs share adjoining baths. The mail-level BR has a queen and is designed for limited mobility persons with a bath nearby and low-threshold shower stall.

For mealtime, there is a 12-14 person dining room table, plus large circular table for 4 - 6, plus seating for 6 at the kitchen bar-top.

Includes large center-island kitchen with gas range, microwave, blender, and two coffee makers (including Keurig). Also a large laundry room with washer and dryer.

Our Dad built this for our own family and go there often when its not rented. It is stocked with many books & games (and usually staples and condiments in the pantry). Also have a smart TV with satellite cable and WiFi.

Property manager

Craig Melby

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Perfecct for kids, inside & outside things to do.

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

We allow well trained, well behaved pets.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Highlands Country Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Highlands, NC

What's nearby

Chattooga River - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Old Edwards Club - 27 min drive - 18.2 km
Highlands Country Club - 27 min drive - 14.3 km
Whiteside Mountain - 29 min drive - 20.0 km
Dry Falls - 30 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cornucopia Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬18 min drive
‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬19 min drive
‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬25 min drive
‪Orchard - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large home with Mountain Views & 20 min from town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large home with Mountain Views & 20 min from town?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large home with Mountain Views & 20 min from town?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Large home with Mountain Views & 20 min from town located?

This family-friendly Highlands holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Chattooga River. Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

29 Dec, 2023

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

It’s a Wonderful Lodge

Perfect place for our family’s Christmas get together! Many new memories were made In this beautiful property.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

24 Jul, 2024

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

fun family time in the mountains

This home was just wonderful! Lots of space for our large group to spread out. The dining room was huge, so we were all able to eat together. The mountains and trees were beautiful and relaxing. It was a great place for half of our family to stay for a family reunion. Lots of things to do in the area. The kitchen was well equipped for each of us to take a turn cooking a meal. Our furry family members also enjoyed it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

2 Jul, 2023

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

Great gathering place in a charming setting in the woods!

We really enjoyed ourselves. Perfect setting for a large family to all get together with plenty of room. The amenities were more then adequate. We would love to stay there again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jullene C.

1 May, 2023

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

Mountain Retreat

The views are beautiful! The trail from the house was a nice hike. The layout of home is great for dining, game playing and just hanging out. It’s a lovely place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

28 Nov, 2023

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

Great Experience!

Absolutely enjoyed the location and the stay- house was clean and large enough for a large group to spend time together or on their own. Beautiful location and vista, and the house was clean and had all of the accommodations to make for a wonderful time!! Thank you so very much!!

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michael C., Aiken SC USA

29 Jul, 2023

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

Mountain getaway for family

Ample room for all our family with 7 bedrooms , a loft bunk room, 4 baths. Family enjoyed Beautiful Mountain View from back screen porch. Huge kitchen and living/dining area . Fire pit and outside grill and tables. Close to sliding rock and silver falls and chattooga river trail.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

23 Jul, 2023

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

Amazing place, as advertised

Everything about the cabin was as advertised--great location right between Highlands and Cashiers, spacious, lots of rooms and beds, comfortable, perfect loft area for kids, hiking trails right from the property. The cabin was well stocked and clean, and had everything we needed for our stay. Owners were responsive and helpful to any requests/questions. We particularly enjoyed being 5-10 minutes from Cashiers sliding rock, which is where we finished just about every afternoon. Really hard to identify anything lacking. Would highly recommend to anyone with a large group.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia V., Summerville

19 Aug, 2023

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

Lovely mountain house

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this secluded home tucked in the woods. There were 12 adults and 2 children from our family and we had plenty of room. The kitchen is well-equipped and the outdoor space is ideal for a getaway to the mountains. The drive up the lane on a dirt road is a bit scary at first and best attempted in an 4-wheel drive vehicle. But, we got used to it and we’re pros at it by the end of the week. The owners were very responsive and provided a binder of helpful information. Plenty to do in the surrounding area. We even hiked the trail from the house down to the Chatooga River! Make sure you are in good shape for the hike back up to the house, though! We would happily stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

8 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect Family Vacation!

We chose this cabin for our annual family vacation this year. 10 adults and 5 kids under age of 7- The property was clean and inviting and included lots of extras like condiments, kitchen spices, foils and storage items extra towels. There are three great outdoor areas which allowed the large group to stretch out and have those important one on one family re-connect and catch up conversations. The dining room table was enormous and we all sat together for meals and board games. The bedrooms were comfortable and quiet. The kids loved the secret hideout under the stairs. A few of us hiked to the river and located the waterfall and swimming hole. (Rem to take a right when the path ends at the river) It was awesome. We spent a fun day in Highlands and an amazing day at the ‘Little Sliding Rock’ just 3 miles from the cabin. All ages could slide and swim. We walked the short distance to the top of the road from the cabin for the 360 panorama view. Be sure to take time to read the Owners Welcome Book. It is very informative and useful for finding things to do. We enjoyed our stay and plan to visit again. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

25 Jun, 2023

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

Family Vacation at MelbeMonte Lodge

We had a fantastic five days at MelbeMonte Lodge. The house is very comfortable and there was plenty of room for our group of nine adults and two teen/pre-teens. There is one bedroom and one full bathroom on the main floor. The other six bedrooms and three full baths are on the lower level. Those three baths each connect to two of the six downstairs bedrooms, so basically you have three Jack and Jill bed/bath set-ups downstairs. I believe there was room for at least five to sleep in the loft. We had a lot of rain so we spent a good bit of time in the house, but even so there was plenty of room to spread out. The view from the breakfast room and screened in porch was amazing even in the worst weather. The driveway made us all quite nervous when we first arrived, but after a couple of days we got used to it. At one point we had six cars parked at the house, including a Miata and a Prius that both managed to make it to the top. The fire pit is great and there is plenty of seating if you pull over the chairs from the outside dining table. One big advantage of this house is that it is exactly half way between Highlands and Cashiers. Plus, there are several great hikes and beautiful places to see just right off of Whiteside Cove Road where this house is located. If you have a big group that loves to hike, or you just want to get together to spend time in a beautiful place, I would definitely recommend this house for your next trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennifer M.

10 Jun, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not as advertised

Let’s start with Tara was easy to contact and responsive and did what she could to try and make things right. The screened in porch was beautiful in the morning. Plenty of room in the kitchen for everyone. The housekeeping was less than sufficient for our arrival. Tara said the house had just been deep cleaned but there was no way. Built up dust on bathroom floors around the base, kitchen trash not taken out, range was dirty, keurig had mold in the water canister, kitchen floor hadn’t been swept and expired food left in fridge. None of the outside that was advertised was useable except grill. My daughters father in law cleaned the upstairs sitting area for me. He also trimmed some of the path trying to find the water hole that was suppose to be 15 minute hike. 2 different hikes and we never found it. After talking with Tara on phone she said it is more like a 30 minute hike and not marked cause it’s private property. Swing set is rotted and the big fire pit hasn’t been cleaned out since at least last fall. No hammock which I was looking forward too. Once the 2 trash cans outside are full you have to take the trash to recycle center. Bear got into the trash one night and tore up the trash bin. Tara said maintenance man was coming to clean out fire area, hang hammock and try to reenforce play set and fix trash bin but didn’t show up. My oldest daughter and her family left on 3rd day and we left early on day 4. Road is not suitable for a car.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen B., Land O Lakes

30 Dec, 2022

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

Christmas at the Lodge

Brought 2 families together & it was GREAT! Awesome views & very comfortable. This place is perfect for large groups or family gatherings. Directions provided were spot on & check in was effortless. Looking forward to returning & exploring more trails…when temps are warmer 😊

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duncan P.

20 Aug, 2022

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

Beautiful mountain ihome in the beautiful North Carolina forests.

From the bonding with nature to family games this iwas a memorable week for our family!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

19 Jul, 2022

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

Quiet cabin in the woods

We stayed at this cabin for our annual family vacation. We had 13 people/4 families. We enjoyed our stay. The location is between Highlands and Cashiers, NC The cabin is spacious and well designed. The upper level has a large kitchen. Big dining room table perfect for family dinner and game nights. There is also a living room with a nice TV and screened porch to enjoy nature. The lower level has 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Each pair of rooms is connected with a bathroom. There is also a big loft area above the main floor great for kids to play and sleep. We loved hiking down the mountain right out the back door. We never found the river trail from the cabin, but if you drive down the mountain there is a clear gravel pull off that you can walk to a great swimming hole for the kids (including a natural rock slide). There are numerous parks, waterfalls and nature walks nearby, if you are looking for a cabin in the Smokey Mountains I recommend you try this one.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

4 Jan, 2022

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

Beautiful location

The property was everything we needed to enjoy a nice stay in the mountains. Tara was very helpful and informative. The house was large with plenty of bedrooms for everyone. The loft area was perfect for the kids to play and sleep. There are many areas to hike from the property and enjoy the scenery. I would recommend this property if you have a very large group. There were some issues with the internet because it could not support a large volume of people on it. We actually had to go to Highlands to do some work. The DirectTV was an issue because the screen was very fuzzy and snowy. We just used the streaming services. Some of the mattresses need to be upgraded because there are large crater areas in the center. Otherwise, it was a good property with plenty to do and just hang out. Thank you for having us.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Oak Hill, VA

17 Aug, 2021

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

Great house, wonderful hosts!

We had a big group of 16 from three generations and everybody had a great time. The house was roomy with lots of beds and the kitchen was perfect for fixing big meals for the clan. The location is great — a beautiful private lot and just a short drive to lots of different activities. The hosts are very responsive to any needs. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

4 Aug, 2021

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

We had a great time

Great for the whole family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tricia R., Greenville, SC

30 Jul, 2021

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

Deep Woods is Right!

The house is very private and quiet, about 20 minutes from Cashiers. It is excellent for sleeping and feeding a large crowd. I will warn you that the hike to the creek takes longer than advertised. It is more like 25 minutes to reach the Chatooga River trail (where you should turn RIGHT) and then another 10 minutes to the swimming hole, which is very nice. The hike back to the house is very strenuous. Overall, we had a very enjoyable time.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela N.

26 Jul, 2021

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

Family Vacay

Large house with plenty of room and beautiful views!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daisy H., Evansville

26 Jun, 2021

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

Family mountain vacation 2021

We are a family of 15. Plenty of beds and lots of room. Kitchen is large and enough dining chairs for all. I loved the "all Season room where I could read, relax and had a terrific view. Lots of hiking and adventures. Lane to house was not so great. It had several ruts and washed out areas. Needs to be paved for better access, however, good if you have a jeep.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meir M., Columbia, SC

8 Apr, 2021

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

Great Stay!

The stay was great - the house is exactly as advertised. The property is incredible with many fantastic hikes. As advertised some are steep! Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susana N.

6 Jan, 2021

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

Heaven in the Highlands

Gorgeous property! Very roomy and clean! Fully stocked! Out of the way, but close to everything! Great communication with Tara and Sean too! Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

silvia h., Sarasota Fl

1 Jan, 2021

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

Dream vacation

We had a great time... the place was big and clean...Tara took care of the issues right away...we highly recommend this house..

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Crista D.

1 Dec, 2020

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

Great Place for a large crowd!

We enjoyed our week stay for Thanksgiving 2020! The hiking trails behind the house were amazing and we loved having such a large table to play games and eat at! The kitchen was stocked as well! Tara was an amazing host and super helpful when we needed her! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne T.

21 Jun, 2020

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

Deep in the forest - high in the sky

Great location. Great view. Great service from the property owner. I highly recommend this home!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Craig Melby

Florida natives that have spent our whole lives visiting the Carolinas. Our Dad built this property when we were young so it really is our "mountain home" that we love to share with guests from all over.
Because we spend a lot of time there, we always leave books, games & there is almost always unopened food in the pantry and refrigerator that guests are welcome to use at their discretion - no replacement necessary - but I usually find more food than I left!

Why they chose this property

We chose this location because it is so close to the gourmet mountain towns of Cashiers and Highlands with their great shopping, dining, golfing, outdoor activities and people. The elevation is cool, the woods are deep and lush, the air is clean and fresh, and the water is the best you will ever drink!

What makes this property unique

Our backyard borders the national forest - we wouldn't have it any other way! Peace and quiet, and nature's beauty are right outside the door. On site we also have a fire pit for campfires and smores, hammock, swings and kids play area, and lots of adventure for the kids.

We also rent to lots of wedding parties from weddings in Cashiers and Highlands . . . we're a quality, fun, inexpensive alternative to lots of individual hotel rooms!