Waterfront vacation rentals in Jackson County

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Cabin

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Peaceful Lake Cabin - Close to Town - sleeps 6

Enjoy a peaceful cabin getaway on Apple Lake, 5 minutes from Highlands, NC. Highlands is a charming mountain town with great restaurants, spa, theater, music concerts, and shopping. Our cabin is very open with high ceilings, a huge wood burning fire place, two bedrooms downstairs, and two upstairs in an open loft. Minutes from scenic waterfalls, and hiking trails. Enjoy relaxing on the porch, cooking, fishing, and kayaking on the lake. Wonderful for family/friend vacations or a romantic getaway!

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Cabin

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews

Russell Highlands Cabin Hideaway

Private 2br 1 bath mountain cabin is situated at the top of 3 heavily wooded acres for complete PRIVACY. You will hear the most wonderful sounding spring-fed stream w waterfall on Property. Home 'lives big' due to the open layout, Lovely rocking-chair porches provide gorgeous mountain views and a place to unwind. Home also has a wood-burning fireplace. Close to Great Smoky Mountain's, Cherokee Indian Reservation and Casino, Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, and many waterfalls.PET-FRIENDLY!

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Barn

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

River Love ❤@ The Barn *Highlands Trout Fishing

This romantic retreat on the river will have you swooning for your love and wanting to stay longer. Nestled in a picturesque valley at higher elevations with views of the lower gorge and the Cullasaja river rapids as your playground, the open floor plan and abundant windows bring the outdoors in. Romantic is just the beginning as you sleep with views of the moon and stars over your bed in 1 of the master bedrooms. Or choose the enormous suite downstairs for views of the river and fireflies.

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Cottage

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

RiverBunk, Highlands Vintage Treasure

RiverBunk fronts Culasaga River in the historic Mirror Lake area on Hicks Road. 1 mi from downtown, shopping, restaurants, art, spa, wine garden and outdoor activities. Truly a one of a kind cottage that will bring you back and wow you with coziness and romantic memories. Perfect for the couple who wants to escape but tip out to one of the many eateries or waterfalls in the area. Hiking, zip-line, seasonal snow tubing and local galleries will keep you entertained. Amazing New Dock and Dingy

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Cottage

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Lakeside Lodge-Not impacted by Hurricanes

Slow down and enjoy yourself at this unique and tranquil getaway by a small private lake. Nestled into a wooded 2.5 acre lot, you'll enjoy the immediate surroundings & have access to all the sights in the area. Take a short drive to waterfalls, hikes & quaint small towns. Relax & take in the views on the private dock, large deck, canoe, kayak, or paddle board available to you. You'll also enjoy the comforts of the wood burning fireplace, well-stocked kitchen, games, TV, foosball table & more!

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Cottage

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

Waterfront Cottage Escape- only 4 mi to Franklin

Escape to The Cottage at Hemlock Pond, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. This home overlooks its own private pond with winter mountain views. It boasts a separate game room complete with air hockey, ping-pong, and more. Bring a fishing pole for catch and release fishing in your front yard! Just minutes from historic downtown Franklin, hiking, waterfalls, brews, gem mining and more. After a day of fun, come back home to roast s'mores on the fire table. Must be 21 to book.

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Cabin

5 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Little Bear Creek Franklin/Highlands/Smoky Mts.

Bring the whole family to relax and enjoy this private 1+ acre wooded oasis. Relax in the hot tub or splash in the creek knowing you are just minutes away from the waterfalls, scenic drives, gem hunting, hiking trails, quaint small towns, renowned restaurants and many other adventurous outdoor activities that make Western North Carolina! LBC is conveniently located just ten minutes from Franklin and twenty minutes from Highlands on easily accessible paved and beautiful scenic roads.

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Guesthouse

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Wolf Lake Escape - lake & mountain retreat

Beautiful secluded setting on Wolf Lake. Private studio apartment with full kitchen and bath. Stunning lake view and full lake access with use of kayaks, canoe and dock in the adjacent cove. Private patio with fire pit and grill. Paradise Falls trailhead 1 mile away. Close to Panthertown Valley Backcountry Area with multiple trails and waterfalls. 45 minutes from Brevard, Sylva and Cashiers, NC. Easy drive to Asheville and Biltmore House. Onsite parking. Well behaved pets welcome

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Cabin

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews

Mirror lake Cabin. 3 bed,Close to town. Canoe.

Rustic cabin on beautiful Mirror Lake with lake view, dock and canoe! Just a few steps from the lake. Outside screen porch and large deck, grill and fire pit overlooking beautiful lake. Corn hole, board games, hammock available for your enjoyment. Close enough to walk or bike to town (bikes not included) Games, movies, electric grill. Cable tv, WiFi. Fire wood provided for the fireplace. Pullout sofa bed couch adds 2 more sleeping spots bringing total parole to 8.

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Tiny home

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

Speckled Trout on the Tuck (Tuckasegee River)

Nearly new Park Model Cabin located on the banks of the Tuckasegee River, one of the best trout streams in NC! There is an easy access off Hwy. 107 S, about 5 miles from Cullowhee. It is close to many parks for hikiing and biking and lakes for boating and fishing. It has an all wood interior with a screened porch, picnic table , fire pit and charcoal grill. There is a nice walkway down to the river. Enjoy fishing, swimming and boating at this nice escape!

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Cottage

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews

The Crane Cottage in downtown Cashiers

This cottage is a private home on Cashiers Lake; walking distance to shops, restaurants, and bars, minutes to golf courses, hiking trails and trout fishing, the perfect year round get-a-way with a key location and utmost charm. To all of our guests for 2024- FYI : The private lake that is the back drop to our house will be empty all year due to the owner’s development. Rain will allow it to look full at times. See last photo in listing. -John and Marcia

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Guest suite

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Riverfront Year-around Easy Access - - Play on!

Welcome boaters, fisherman, hikers, leaf-lookers and anyone looking for a safe restful night's sleep! We invite you to come enjoy our riverfront hideaway nestled in the upstairs of our rafting company on the Tuckasegee River. We are conveniently located off highway 441 and highway 74 minutes from downtown Dillsboro and Sylva. Western Carolina University, Cherokee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway are all close by.