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Artist's Studio In The Treetops, Walkable, Canoes
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4750 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Main bedroom
1 King Bed
Secondary bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Artist's Studio In The Treetops, Walkable, Canoes
Adirondack Cottage is quaint at its finest. This 2 bedroom/1 bathroom cottage is described by most as "the treehouse" and it won't take you long to find out why. Featuring soaring 20 foot ceilings and flooded with natural light, you'll reside in style while being within walking distance to everything Highlands, NC has to offer.
The Location: Adirondack Cottage is located within the Highlands, NC town limits near Harris Lake and behind Mountain Fresh Grocery. This is an area where locals come to walk/jog because it's a on a rare flat loop that is a quick 1/2 mile jaunt to Main Street, where all the shops and restaurants are located.
The Property: Upon arrival at the property, guests are greeted by a beautiful grove of Hemlock trees. There is a small parking area that allows for 2 cars and to the left, guests will climb roughly 10 stairs to enter the cottage. Aptly named Adirondack Cottage, it's here, at the top of the stairs where 2 red Adirondack chairs adorn the front porch.
The Cabin: A former artist's studio, the cottage will channel your inner creativity. From it's antique windows and cedar shake exterior to the spa-like slate shower, this cozy cabin has big character. It's privatized by the screens of old growth rhododendrons that surround the cottage from all sides, giving it the feel of being in the trees. The interior features soaring 20 foot ceilings, lots of skylights, and wood walls. Unique decor, colorful accents, and attention to detail take the charm to another level.
The Layout: From the front porch, guests enter into a big, open L-shaped space with 20 foot ceilings. The kitchen is straight ahead with a small bistro table and the living area to the right. Past the living area, there is a small hallway, complete with built in bookshelves. The bathroom with sizable shower is accessible from the hallway, with the main bedroom being at the end of the hallway. The guest bedroom access is adjacent to the common area, beside the bistro table.
The Area: Highlands, NC is the premier mountain destination in the Southeast. Lined with shopping, dining, museums and galleries, the bustling mountain village centering around Main Street is straight from a Norman Rockwell painting. Previously a summer/fall hotspot, it's quickly becoming a year-round destination. At 4,118 feet, it's one of the few temperate rain forests in North America, bringing botanists and nature lovers from all over the world.
Highlands is also a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. With an abundance of opportunities for biking, hiking, horseback riding, tubing, canoeing, fly fishing, and whitewater rafting, adventure-seekers will not find a more beautiful backdrop.
The Details: The living room and master bedroom both have flat screen smart TV's and standard cable channels. We also have wifi. All of the bedding is memory foam- we understand everyone has their preference, but we get lots of compliments on our comfy beds. The kitchen is stocked with general kitchen essentials. This property is pet friendly with prior approval and a nominal pet fee.
**We cannot be responsible for weather related/ and or personal emergency issues affecting travel. All guests are encouraged to obtain travel insurance.
The Location: Adirondack Cottage is located within the Highlands, NC town limits near Harris Lake and behind Mountain Fresh Grocery. This is an area where locals come to walk/jog because it's a on a rare flat loop that is a quick 1/2 mile jaunt to Main Street, where all the shops and restaurants are located.
The Property: Upon arrival at the property, guests are greeted by a beautiful grove of Hemlock trees. There is a small parking area that allows for 2 cars and to the left, guests will climb roughly 10 stairs to enter the cottage. Aptly named Adirondack Cottage, it's here, at the top of the stairs where 2 red Adirondack chairs adorn the front porch.
The Cabin: A former artist's studio, the cottage will channel your inner creativity. From it's antique windows and cedar shake exterior to the spa-like slate shower, this cozy cabin has big character. It's privatized by the screens of old growth rhododendrons that surround the cottage from all sides, giving it the feel of being in the trees. The interior features soaring 20 foot ceilings, lots of skylights, and wood walls. Unique decor, colorful accents, and attention to detail take the charm to another level.
The Layout: From the front porch, guests enter into a big, open L-shaped space with 20 foot ceilings. The kitchen is straight ahead with a small bistro table and the living area to the right. Past the living area, there is a small hallway, complete with built in bookshelves. The bathroom with sizable shower is accessible from the hallway, with the main bedroom being at the end of the hallway. The guest bedroom access is adjacent to the common area, beside the bistro table.
The Area: Highlands, NC is the premier mountain destination in the Southeast. Lined with shopping, dining, museums and galleries, the bustling mountain village centering around Main Street is straight from a Norman Rockwell painting. Previously a summer/fall hotspot, it's quickly becoming a year-round destination. At 4,118 feet, it's one of the few temperate rain forests in North America, bringing botanists and nature lovers from all over the world.
Highlands is also a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. With an abundance of opportunities for biking, hiking, horseback riding, tubing, canoeing, fly fishing, and whitewater rafting, adventure-seekers will not find a more beautiful backdrop.
The Details: The living room and master bedroom both have flat screen smart TV's and standard cable channels. We also have wifi. All of the bedding is memory foam- we understand everyone has their preference, but we get lots of compliments on our comfy beds. The kitchen is stocked with general kitchen essentials. This property is pet friendly with prior approval and a nominal pet fee.
**We cannot be responsible for weather related/ and or personal emergency issues affecting travel. All guests are encouraged to obtain travel insurance.
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Highlands
Located in Highlands, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club. Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Highlands, NC
What's nearby
- Highlands Biological Station - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Highlands Playhouse - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Highlands Art Gallery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Cullasaja River Gorge - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shell - 19 min walk
- Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 12 min drive
- Calders Coffee Cafe - 14 min walk
- Oak Steakhouse - 11 min drive
- Los Vaqueros - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
14 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robert W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
17 Nov, 2025
Wonderful stay! Adorable house and great location
Laura B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melanie D.
8 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie D.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy M.
5 Nov, 2025
Cozy perfection
Tammy M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Britney L.
26 Sept, 2025
The cutest treehouse type house around
Britney L.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The artist studio
Karen S.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jana W.
10 May, 2025
Beautiful cottage with a short walk to town
Jana W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Treasa C.
19 Jun, 2025
Home away from home
Treasa C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karlynn W.
19 Jan, 2025
Great natural light
Karlynn W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten H.
22 Apr, 2025
Cozy cottage with an easy walk to town
Kirsten H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alison S.
28 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to town + Hiking
Alison S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
8 Jul, 2023
Great Place in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
7 Sept, 2024
Great place
Tom R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
5 May, 2025
I don’t want people to find out about this cabin
Mark M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth D.
12 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat
Elizabeth D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julianne
20 Jan, 2025
The comfiest cabin I’ve ever stayed in!
Julianne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emily P.
29 Jul, 2024
Beautiful!
Emily P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John M.
24 Oct, 2024
Great Fall GETAWAY
John M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy W.
2 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highlands Haven
Amy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annie C.
28 Jul, 2023
Perfect Stay
Annie C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeff R.
8 Feb, 2025
UNBELIEVABLE!!!
Jeff R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jim & Leslie T.
10 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Retreat in the Woods
Jim & Leslie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
19 Nov, 2024
Perfect Oasis
Laura B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Becky B.
12 Aug, 2024
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About the host
Hosted by Elevate Highlands Luxury Cabin Rentals
Elevate specializes in upscale boutique vacation rentals in and around Highlands, North Carolina. We are set apart from the other agencies in and around Highlands in that we own all of our rentals and pride ourselves in providing cozy and unique spaces where people want to be. Whether it’s a Joe Webb treehouse, a luxury lodge on the hill, or a loft in the middle of town, all of the properties have their own character and identity but with a sense of cohesion, signature wood walls, and functional style. From providing ambiance to suggestions for her area favorites, we enjoy molding our renter’s experience into something truly unforgettable and creating lasting bonds with our guests who often return year after year.
Why they chose this property
I instantly fell in love with this cabin when I walked in- the abundance of natural light, beautiful landscape, and windows galore made me feel like I was floating in the treetops.
What makes this property unique
3 main benefits:
- location- it's wonderful to walk to have a coffee or a glass of wine.
- decor- No old floral sheets and dank smells here-cabin is the perfect combination of rustic and chic. Promise!
- yard- it's the epitome of natural beauty and a botanist's dream.
- location- it's wonderful to walk to have a coffee or a glass of wine.
- decor- No old floral sheets and dank smells here-cabin is the perfect combination of rustic and chic. Promise!
- yard- it's the epitome of natural beauty and a botanist's dream.
Languages:
English, German, Italian, Spanish
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