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Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands

Escape to this luxury cabin and unwind by night around two fire pits or under starry skies from the backyard hot tub after exploring waterfalls and downtown Highlands.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
4 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Nestled in Highlands, Golden Acres Ranch offers a luxurious mountain escape with an expansive outdoor space on 10 private acres. Unwind in the new hot tub, explore the creek running along the front yard or enjoy a home-cooked meal in the fully-stocked kitchen amidst ever-changing mountain views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands

Look no more, the perfect luxury mountain cabin does exist. Bring the whole family to this private Highlands home w/room to roam, at Golden Acres. The indoor living space includes a game room w/poker table, lrg screen tvs, 2 king bedrooms, a family friendly space w/bunk rooms, sleeps 14. Beautiful peaceful mountain views,hot tub, 2 fire pits,creek & outdoor dining. Easy access, paved, convenient location no 4 wheel drive. 8 miles from Downtown Highlands,1.9 miles from Highlands Waterfalls.


Golden Acres Ranch is the perfect luxury mountain cabin, has an expansive outdoor space on 10 private acres, includes a new hot tub. Indoor living space includes a game room, large screen tvs, 2 king bedrooms with 10 beds total, the home and interiors have been newly renovated and professionally decorated.

The space
We have room for all so bring your extended family & friends! This private ranch was created with you in mind. It’s the perfect mountain escape surrounded by ever changing mountain views in both the front, side and back yard, the sound of the flowing creek along the front of the property with both front and back outdoor space to enjoy all Golden Acres Ranch has to offer. Listen to the singing birds, from the front porch rockers as you sip your morning coffee from the in home stocked coffee bar, or relax on the back deck with afternoon tea or a glass of wine (from the wine fridge). Share stories and s’mores around the campfire by night, or enjoy the gorgeous stars from the backyard hot tub. Enjoy a home cooked meal in the fully stocked kitchen. This luxury chalet boasts 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms + a game room, sleeps 14.

Amazing private location yet close to all the best things to do in Highlands!

4-minute drive to the gorgeous waterfalls of Highlands (Bust your Butt, Dry Falls, Bridal, Cullasaja)

8 miles from Main Street, Highlands, where you can dine in the area’s finest restaurants like Midpoint or Ristorante Paoletti. Walk along Main Street and shop some charming stores, or get a sweet treat at Kilwins.

Minutes from some of the wedding venues in town.

Enjoy all the luxurious amenities that Golden Acres Ranch has to offer. The home features indoor and outdoor dining spaces, a game room with poker table, combination game table with foosball, pool, and, air hockey, along with a standing Pac-Man Arcade game, poker table and dart board, 2 King Bedrooms, both with ensuites, can be easily reached with no 4 wheel drive required, kitchen is fully stocked with every appliance and cooking utensil one could desire, a pass thru bar from kitchen to large dining room with fireplace and wine fridge, gorgeous views surrounding cabin, two living spaces with large screen tv’s, a desk area, a cozy indoor gas fireplace surrounded with beautiful stone and an outdoor space for relaxing, hanging, and enjoying the mountains and some rest and relaxation. Three of the bedrooms have smart TV’s, two of the large bedrooms have King Size beds with high thread count soft luxurious bedding and en-suites one is on the main floor, the other upstairs has the ability to sleep 4, with an added full size bed. The home has central air & heat as well as two mini splits for ultimate comfort throughout the home. Along with three fireplaces, one gas in the main living room, one electric in the dining room, and another electric in the game room.

In the morning enjoy an assortment of either Kuerig, Nespresso, or drip coffee. The home comes fully equipped with all the cooking, baking & serving essentials you will need. If you plan to host a dinner party, this mountain ranch has you covered!

We offer high-speed mountain internet and satellite cable tv.!

The Property – The property includes two fire pits, one large stone pit with red Adirondack chairs, the other with a fire table, located out back. A new large 6 person hot tub, hammock, glider, deck with outdoor dining, front porch with rocking chairs, expansive yard for exploring, picnicking, or enjoying one of the outdoor games, creek running the length of the front yard and behind the larger fire pit and a large propane BBQ grill. The home sits on 10 acres which has plenty of space for the whole family and lets kids be kids. So get outside and enjoy the great outdoors.

Main Floor:

As you enter Golden Acres Ranch you will be on the main floor where the living room greets you with the stacked stone gas fireplace for effortless ambiance and warmth. A large sofa and big screen television, along with a comfy fireside sitting area with two chairs and ottomans. The main Living Room opens into a secondary sitting area with a Queen size sleeper sofa and desk space.

The first of the four bedrooms is the Bunk Room located just off the living room it features a clubhouse bunk bed along with a daybed that can be expanded into a King Size bed by adding an additional twin mattress, this bedroom can accommodate 4.

Through the Living Room just past the desk area on the left is the spacious main bathroom with a free-standing soaker tub, separate shower, and new vanity.

The center of the house is the well equipped kitchen and dining room. The dining space is spacious and inviting, lined with windows, & features a large table, a bar that connects to the kitchen, an electric fireplace, & wine fridge. The Kitchen is loaded with amenities like a stocked coffee/tea bar with a kuerig, Nepresso & drip coffee maker along with an assortment of coffee & tea, sugar & assorted creamer.

Just beyond the dining room is a large main floor king suite with ensuite bathroom, tv, separate sitting area and door to the back leading to the deck. The en-suite bathroom has a double vanity and massaging shower system.

As you make your way thru the kitchen you will find the game/family room space with large screen tv, fireplace, poker table, Pac-Man freestanding arcade game and convertible game table with ping pong, pool and foosball. Attached to the game room is a kids camp bedroom with tent bunk bed and play area.

UPSTAIRS- Upstairs you will find a large, wide open bedroom suite with plush King sized bed along with an additional full size daybed a television, sitting area and it’s own full bathroom.

All of the cabins amazing features allows you too effortlessly enjoy the amazing mountain air, beautiful outdoor space, creek and hot tub. At the end of the road is the beautiful Cullasaja River.

Gold Mine Ranch is a gold mine of space for your enjoyment & relaxation.

*Family & Pet Friendly
*Located in Highlands
*Newly Renovated, Professionally Decorated & Styled with you in mind
*Game Room, w/ game table, dart board, board games, arcade game & poker table
*Hot Tub
*Two Fire Pit Spaces
*Private 10 acre Property
*1.9 miles from Bust Your Butt Falls
*5 miles from Dry Falls
*8 miles from Downtown Highlands (Main Street)
*15 miles from Franklin Gem Show

TOTAL BEDS
2 Kings
1 Queen
1 Full
6 Twins

Dining: Large Dining Room Table & pass thru bar. Outdoor Deck Dining.

Basic Amenities:

Don't worry about bringing any of the basics. Hair dryers, sulfate free shampoo and conditioner, soaps, starters of paper towels, toilet paper, laundry soap, dish soap and more are all provided.

Property manager

Tiffany Barrows

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Soundproofing
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 6 min drive
  • Cullasaja Falls - 6 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 10 min drive
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 11 min drive
  • Highlands Country Club - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kilwin's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands located?

This family-friendly Franklin vacation home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Cullasaja Falls. Dry Falls and Cliffside Lake Recreation Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Golden Acres Ranch Hot Tub,Game Room, Creek & Mtn View. 8m from DT Highlands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a youth group
We filled every bed and used the home for a youth retreat. It was perfect for our needs. The kitchen has the best amenities I've ever had access to in a rental. Excellent communication with property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheryl h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun, relaxing, great time!
S'mores in the fire pit were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pratt L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
This house was just right for our visit to Highlands. The property was very private in a beautiful setting. The weather kept us inside most of the time, which was fine because of all of the games available in the house. But we did get to enjoy the back patio for a little while as well as a couple of yard games they had. Everything was very clean. Would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tess M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
We had a fabulous stay!!! The kids loved the game room and bunks, the adults loved the hot tub and dining table where many games were played well into the morning hours! We made great use if the kitchen!! Absolutely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Family Getaway
The house is beautiful and very well furnished. The bed, pillows, bedding, and towels are new and very comfortable. Plenty of space for a large group to spread out, but the rooms were large enough to all gather together. The property was well stocked with essentials like toilet paper and paper towels, and the showers have soap, shampoo and conditioner dispensers which is a nice added touch. Plenty of dishware and silverware for a large group. The stocked coffee/tea bar and snack basket was a special treat. The hosts even cater to your dogs with dog bowls and a basket of toys. The house is near the adorable downtown of Highlands, the river, several waterfalls, and hiking trails, but there is plenty to do right on the property as well. The owners were always quick to respond to my questions via email and promptly delivered a new set of bbq utensils when we realized they were missing. We would definitely rent this property again and highly recommend it. FYI - The kids camp bedroom is super adorable, but quite secluded and far from the master bedroom (it is off the game room - which is the converted garage space- the door behind the game table in the pictures). I do believe they have a monitor though. The downstairs master is very lovely, but a bit colder than the rest of the house (although we found an extra blanket in the closet that was quite warm) and just a bit noisy when the equipment kicks on (right outside the bedroom windows and in the corner of the bathroom).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022