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Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town

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A natural setting with a stream, dense greenery, and a wooden bridge. - Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town (Highlands)
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a fireplace. There is a large window providing a view of the outdoors. - Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town (Highlands)
A spacious living room with a large TV, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. - Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town (Highlands)
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Take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as kayaking and boating, at this cottage. In addition to a playground and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town

  • Fall asleep to the sound of Big Creek and wake up to coffee on the screened porch. On The Rocks is a 4-bedroom creekside cottage just minutes from downtown Highlands, with its own swim hole, a firepit right on the water, and a game room the kids won’t want to leave. The layout works beautifully for multiple families, with an upstairs suite and a separate downstairs apartment, and you’re an easy drive to Dry Falls, Whiteside Mountain, and Cashiers.

    THE PROPERTY
    Tucked away on 3.9 private, wooded acres right on Big Creek, On The Rocks sits at 4,118 feet, surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest and just 2 hours north of Atlanta. Spend your days swimming, rafting, and fishing in the creek, then gather in the Adirondack chairs around the firepit or unwind in the oversized outdoor hammock.

    THE LAYOUT
    Designed so two or three couples (or families) each have their own space:

    Main level: Chef’s kitchen and bar open to the great room with a wood-burning fireplace. French doors lead to a screened porch with water views that seats 10. Two private bedrooms share a full bath.
    Upper level: The king primary suite with vaulted ceilings, full bath, office, dressing room/nursery, and two walk-in closets big enough for a pack-n-play.
    Lower level: An entertainment suite with a bedroom, flat-screen TV, pool table and ping pong, plus a second screened porch with a private path down to the creek.

    THE DETAILS

    Hardwood floors throughout
    Kitchen stocked with serving dishes, china, and stemware
    Fresh white linens and towels provided
    Dog-friendly (up to 2 dogs, 50 lbs max each)
    All the feel of a luxury bed & breakfast with the comforts of home

    THE LOCATION
    A quiet, private setting off Billy Cabin Road, shared with just three neighboring homes, yet only minutes from downtown Highlands’ shops and restaurants.

    UPCOMING EVENTS IN HIGHLANDS

    November 7–10: Highlands Food & Wine Festival
    November 26 – December 24: Trim Our Town
    December 7: Olde Mountain Christmas Parade

    Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Located in Highlands, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Highlands travel guide
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.
    Bridal Veil Falls
    6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • A golf course with a cloudy sky.
    Highlands Country Club
    7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery. A wooden walkway with a railing runs alongside the water.
    Dry Falls
    8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • A forested mountain landscape with a wooden post in the foreground and a railway track.
    Whiteside Mountain
    14 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • A clock tower with two clocks, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
    Western Carolina University
    47 min drive - 35.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pizza Place
    6 min drive
  • Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
    10 min drive
  • Oak Steakhouse
    15 min walk
  • The Ugly Dog Public House
    7 min drive
  • Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town located?

This family-friendly Highlands cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Highlands-Cashiers Hospital and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Creekside Highlands Cottage w/ Swim Hole, Firepit & Game Room – Near Town Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property and location. Great for a family vacation and hope to stay again soon and Terry is an excellent host. 5 stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great house and great location. Minutes from downtown highlands and the creek is so fun for kids! Amazing screened in porch too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here. It's a very comfortable, beautifully decorated home with the added bonus of a creek to play in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

We loved staying here! Great layout and close proximity to town made it ideal!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terry's mountain home was amazing. The kids and grandkids enjoyed fishing in the river and fires in the riverside firepit. We loved the clean home and well stocked kitchen. You will love escaping to this home!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway!

Plenty of space and great activities both inside and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the layout of the house for 3 couples and a toddler waa perfect. Confortable beds, great common area and kitchen to hang out in! The screened in porch overlooking the stream was an extra bonus. We enjoyed fishing and also had a wonderful time around the firepit roasting marshmallows. So peaceful listening to the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house in highlands

We had a great few days in highlands - house was fantastic and enjoyed being next to the river!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Highlands.

Wonderful house with plenty of space for family and lovely screened porches to enjoy the breeze and the wash of the stream. Very relaxing.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Highlands House

We enjoyed our stay with fun activities at the house and nice to be close to downtown Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We’ll Be Back!

On The Rocks was the perfect home for our mountain trip this summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect mountain getaway

We had the best time at the house. It was perfect for 3 couples. We enjoyed the fire pit by the water and cozy nights by the fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love On The Rocks

On The Rocks has become a favorite destination for our family -- such a cozy, peaceful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

We loved the home and the location was perfect. Having morning coffee on the porch listening to Big Creek bubble in the background was pure bliss!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great memories

This house is perfect for two families each with two kids. IT has all of the creature comforts with a secluded feel and the loud rush of Big Creek in the background.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So relaxing

This Highlands home is situated in the most beautiful setting. I love sitting on the porch and listening to the creek below. The inside is just as lovely and cozy, and the owners are such wonderful, gracious hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

We loved staying at this cozy home nestled in the woods. It was clean and owner was so kind and very responsive. The house was close to town. We will be back! Great weekend with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On the Rocks

This house is beautifully situated by a stream that is picturesque and sounds wonderful as you relax on the wraparound screened porch. We spent so much time out there reading, playing with the grandchild, eating, etc. very comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is all about the creek. Absolutely gorgeous water behind the home perfect for the kids to play and fish. We did s’mores in the firepit and the hammock was lovely. Would love to come back in the summer. Pool table and games in the basement were great too. The only downside is that the furnishings overall were pretty worse for wear and the interior spaces need a deep clean (found other peoples trash in the couch cushion). May not be an issue for some but for us that part wasn’t ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely mountain escape

We had a wonderful time in the Highlands. It was so peaceful sitting on the screen porch listening to the river behind the house. the house was very clean upon our arrival, except for the grill. We tried to clean it, however, could not get it clean enough to use. Location was great. Easy to get downtown, but far enough to escape the busy town of Highlands.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream Vacation Home!

We had an amazing time at this upscale home in Highlands, NC! The rushing creek was a tranquil and refreshing spot to relax and enjoy some adventure. This home was a perfect fit for our family vacation, especially with three boys! Exploring the nearby trails, fishing, and visiting local shops made for a memorable experience. The fact that the owner was accommodating and quick to respond to all our questions shows their dedication to making our stay enjoyable. Having a variety of activity recommendations added to the excitement, even if it was impossible to do everything in one visit. We are already looking forward to returning to this wonderful vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On The Rocks Vacation

Excellent family vacation, 6 adults, 2 children. Plenty of room and space for everyone. Indoor wood burning fireplace and outdoor fire pit were both used and cleaned out before our arrival. Plenty of firewood as promised, in fact delivered more within 4 hours when we needed to be restocked. Caught 2 trout in Big Creek right on the property. Screened porches with furniture were in excellent condition and also used. All utensils, dishes, pots/pots were abundant and also used. This home was wonderful and 20 minutes from downtown Highlands. Terry Vawter was excellent to communicate with via email as well as text. The accuracy of the listing and photos was outstanding. Steve Gabrielle
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Family Trip

We booked this gorgeous vacation home for our family of four and brought along my husband’s mother. The location of this home is absolutely amazing. This house backs up to a beautiful scenic creek with a peaceful sound of constant water flowing over the rocks. In the backyard was a nice area with four large chairs and a hammock to gather around a homemade fire. The downstairs game room was the perfect place to gather for cardplaying, a pool table and ping-pong. The main living area boasts high ceilings with a wood-burning fireplace and a comfortable large dining table where we ate our Thanksgiving dinner. The upstairs master suite was large and comfortable, and we used the office space for our luggage and closet to hang clothes in. The house was cozy and comfortable and very close to the town of the Highlands. we enjoyed hiking Whiteside mountain, flyfishing, eating at the Old Edwards Inn, shopping at the market & shops in town and snow tubing at the Highlands outpost. We also drove over to Brevard for a horseback riding adventure with Saddle Up and visited friends in the Sapphire area. This area of North Carolina is absolutely beautiful and we definitely hope to visit again! I highly recommend this house! The property manager was easy to communicate with and full of knowledge of the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and wonderful area to explore!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the sweetest home I’ve ever rented from an online site. Well appointed, homey and just perfect. We even made it a point to stay at the house over exploring one day. We had coffee in the porch every morning and the sound of the stream out back was the icing on the cake. Beautiful home. 100% recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026