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Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House

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A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery through large windows.
A bedroom with large windows, a bed, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A spacious living room with large windows, a patterned rug, and a mix of modern and classic furniture.
Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Whiteside Mountain
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Cottage King

1 King Bed

Guest Doubles

2 Double Beds

Primary King

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bath, Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Cottage Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary King Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cabin is in the mountains. Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center and Highlands Outpost are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Dry Falls - 9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Whiteside Mountain - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 51 min drive - 64.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Above the Rhododendrons. Below the Storm Clouds. Exactly Where You Need to Be | The Tree House located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Glen Falls and Cullasaja River Gorge. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private driveway off main road which I appreciated with my labradoodle CoCo Chanel. Hot tub was Very Nice! Back porch was perfect, Tony & I enjoyed coffee and tea there Every morning! Master bedroom bed was Very comfortable! Very close to downtown in Highlands and close to Cashiers too! This is a nice house and I enjoyed my stay there Very Much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2026
Thank you for your kind words and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, amenities, and location to Highlands. Kids had a ball and the games/toys on the property were a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the property, amenities, and convenient location to Highlands. It’s great to know the kids had a ball and that the games and toys added a special touch to your stay. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is lovely ( just like the photos!) We enjoyed the view along with the fireplace ( the weather was CHILLY!) convenient to “ downtown” but the woods around …. Felt like a treehouse ! Perfect get away with the pup!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review and amazing pictures! We’re so glad to hear the home lived up to the photos and that you enjoyed the beautiful views, cozy fireplace, and that “treehouse” feeling in the woods—especially with the chilly weather. It’s wonderful to know it was a perfect getaway for you and your pup. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

We would absolutely rent the property again. Very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2022
Thanks Liz! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Luxury

Amazing place, like new. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thanks for the review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property

Great location and property. Will certainly return. Stayed here for a wedding at Old Edward’s Farm and location couldn’t have been more perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
Thanks for the review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay at The Treehouse

Our group had a great stay at The Treehouse! Everything was clean and well kept. It was a beautiful view of the mountains. It was nice and private, but a short ride to town. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2023
Thank you so much for the great review McKenzie! We hope you get to come back and stay with us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Pros- Communication with management was very good and professional. Lot’s of reminders which was nice. View/sunrise/outdoor spaces were beautiful. Size of home was large. Location was excellent to Highlands and waterfalls/hikes. Cons- Long driveway very hard to locate. Should be lit at night with larger numbers/signage. The house needs a good cleaning ( indoor/outdoor) pressure washing, paint and pest control. Lot’s of bugs. Outdoor screens were off and storm debris everywhere when we arrived. Maintenance did respond next day which was good but only after I called. Blinds were broken and back patio door won’t lock. No live TV, I had to use my own personal account for HULU which disabled my home account. We lost power/water/WIFI 5 hours but it was due to high winds and could happen anywhere. A beautiful older home in a great location, some attention to detail would be beneficial. Then, I would definately return. Highlands is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful views, sunrise, spacious home, and convenient location near Highlands and the area’s waterfalls and hiking trails. We also appreciate your kind words about our management team and communication. We sincerely apologize for the housekeeping and maintenance issues you encountered, as well as the inconveniences with the driveway signage, blinds, patio door lock, and TV options. Your feedback is valuable, and we understand how these details can affect the overall experience. We’re glad our maintenance team was able to respond the following day, and we appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention so they can be addressed. Unfortunately, the power, water, and Wi-Fi interruption caused by the high winds was beyond our control, but we understand how disruptive it was. Thank you again for recognizing the home’s charm and potential. We truly appreciate your feedback and would welcome the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience on a future visit to beautiful Highlands!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved it!

This is a very cool, very clean property close to town. We will be back! Thank y’all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2023
Thanks for the great review! Looking forward to your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home.

Fantastic home. It was a bit hard to deal with no internet, that probably made the vacation better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2023
Thanks for the review Cheryl. This home now has fantastic internet service!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great mid-century modern home

The Treehouse is an appropriate name for this property. The wall of windows in the large family room made it seem as if you were staying in a treehouse. The kitchen was well stocked. The beds were very comfortable and the home was clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
Thank you for great review Jeanmarie! Glad you enjoyed The Treehouse and hope you'll come back again!
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house with great view.

Beautiful house with great view. We loved sitting next to the fire and watching the snow fall through the floor to ceiling windows. Beds and pillows are incredibly comfortable! Kitchen was updated, well stocked, and perfect for what we needed. Living room was great for reading and chatting with our friends. They really loved having the separate cottage for some added privacy. Hot tub was nice too! Great responses and very helpful service. We had everything we needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2022
Thanks for the review Erin! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed this very special home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

You HAVE to stay at The Treehouse!!!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Treehouse! This is by far one of the best vacation properties we’ve ever experienced. The house has everything you could possibly need and the attention to every detail is impeccable, ensuring the best stay possible. And…the shower!! OMG!! You just have to stay here to know what I’m talking about! So cool! The beds were so comfortable too! Bottom line, the entire property is breathtaking and definitely worth checking out! We will definitely be back to visit The Treehouse again soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2024
Thanks for the great review Jessica! We love hearing how much our guests love the home they stayed in! The Treehouse is a very special property and a definite favorite with repeat guests. Looking forward to your next visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely views, convenient location

This home worked well for us, with two young children whose parents got some peace and quiet in the cottage behind the house, while grandparents stayed with the kids. Large, well-equipped kitchen (except they need bowls with some depth), good linens and towels, comfortable beds. Excellent family room for hanging out together, very child friendly. Lots of huge windows and beautiful setting. Very peaceful. House is close to town. Down sides: TV is very basic and it’s difficult/impossible to stream shows from your own account except on Amazon. Hot tub was not working. No comfortable furniture on deck (only folding chairs).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Hi Susan. Thank you for the review! I've sent your comments to the homeowner. We do apologize again that the hot tub wasn't working during your stay. A part needed to repair it was on backorder. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll consider again the next time you're visiting Highlands.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The property is amazing.

The property is amazing. Super private. The patio and the porch are showstoppers. THE VIEW! Wait until you get to watch the sunrise in the morning. It's worth waking up early! We loved the upgraded kitchen and fireplace. It's first class. Fully stocked kitchen - double oven is a BONUS! The shower in the master bathroom is next level. We used the hot tub a lot more than we thought we would because it's that nice. A notebook with some general information would be helpful, but otherwise fantastic. The photos on the website don't do this place justice -- I cried tears of JOY when we walked inside the door the first time -- I couldn't believe this is where we were going to spend our holidays! And loved the Christmas tree too!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review Michelle! Hope you'll visit again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very nice House

The house is very clean , the decor is great. The family room is very comfortable with a Great Wall of windows with a lovely view of trees and foliage and mountains. The blinds malfunctioned and the blind over the very center window closed and we couldn’t open it. Maintenance came and replaced batteries, fixed it but then another blind was down and wouldn’t open. All to say the blinds need some work. The only other negative was a “resort fee” we were charged for $176 and this house is not in a resort. There was back and forth about who was charging this fee- we paid it but weren’t too happy about it. They also charge a big cleaning fee but expect you to wash and dry towels and run the dishwasher. Not a huge chore but seems like the cleaning fee of over $300 should take care of all of that sort of thing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving us a review. Unfortunately when you book on this platform, there is a resort fee charged. Now that you're in our system, we hope you'll book directly with us next time :) We will be addressing the blind situation with the owner. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at this lovely home. We do appreciate your help with towels and running the dishwasher so our cleaning staff can get the property turned over for the next guest.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay at the The Tree House! We were so comfortable and the view was amazing! The kitche

We loved our stay at the The Tree House! We were so comfortable and the view was amazing! The kitchen was wonderful and well stocked for all our needs for Thanksgiving dinner. We loved everything about the house.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2023
Thanks for the review Lisa!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2025
Thank you for giving us a perfect rating! We're so glad that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again!
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