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A red cabin with a porch, a deck, and a small table with an umbrella.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A staircase with white balusters and wooden steps leading to a second floor.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a window, and a staircase with white railings.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, patterned sofa, and curtains.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1463 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Highlands

This cottage places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Highlands Playhouse - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Highlands Biological Station - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Highlands Country Club - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sassafras Gap Retreat

Gather at Sassafras Gap Retreat!
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This 2 bed/2 bath mountain cottage in Highlands, NC is surrounded by nature and is a real home away from home! The living room, kitchen, dining table, and upstairs loft offer the ultimate cozy spaces to hang out, play board games, and fully enjoy your vacation. Venture outside to play cornhole in the front yard with our free boards, or roast s'mores by the fire pit too! Guests will also find complimentary gifts from Sassafras Gap Apothecary waiting inside when they arrive!

*This property has a non-refundable 5% Credit Card fee regardless of cancellation policy.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,463 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please leave the thermostat on: in Winter; Heat: 55, or in Summer; A/C: 80

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Highlands, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. Chattahoochee National Forest is also within a driving distance of 2 mi.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.