Find your perfect escape on this secluded 10-acre estate, where stunning mountain vistas greet you at every turn. Spend your evenings soaking in the hot tub or toasting s'mores by the crackling fire pit under a blanket of stars. All this private tranquility is just a scenic and easy 4-mile drive from the boutiques and restaurants of Cashiers. The space Perched on a high ridge, this newly renovated chalet-style home offers stunning views of Whiteside Mountain, Little Terrapin Mountain, and the surrounding forest from large windows and wrap-around decks. -- 1st Floor: Three well-appointed bedrooms with balcony access. King primary suite, second king bedroom, and a queen room. An additional fold-away twin bed is available. Home sleeps up to 7 guests. ---2nd Floor: Soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows define the open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area. ---Outdoor Living: Relax in the hot tub, gather on the decks, or explore the private, rhododendron-lined drive and several trails that wind through the woods. Some amenities we offer: - Coffee bar equipped with regular drip coffee maker, Keurig, and French Press, burr coffee grinder, along with starter pods, sugar, creamer, and tea, to help you get your day started. - Fully equipped kitchen with spices, oils, and all new appliances, pans, and utensils. - Decks surround most of the home to take in the magnificent views, including an observation area with Mark 2 binoculars to see up close the cliffs of Whiteside Mountain - the highest perpendicular bare rock face east of the Rocky Mountains. - Firepit with six Adirondack chairs. - Private hot tub on lovely patio with views of mountains. - Game lawn perfect for corn hole (supplied) or other lawn games. - Turkey Den - small shed for kids with its own deck - New "treehouse" deck on hillside to view mountains - makes you feel like you're in the trees and part of nature. Perfect for morning yoga. - Several trails on property, including The Enchanted Forest Trail - where little explorers can participate in a scavenger hunt to find hidden woodland fairies, gnomes, tree faces, and animals. - Electric fireplace in living room for cozy ambiance. - Board games, puzzles, and books for kids and adults. - We are dog friendly for up to two house-broken, 2 years of age and older, 50-lb or under dogs with prior approval (non-refundable fee of $125 per dog; if two dogs, a separate payment request will be sent for the second dog; see house rules), and the property is a great place for your four-legged canines to explore with supervision. - The location - unbeatable privacy and views. We are off the beaten path but just a 7-minute drive to the shops and restaurants of Cashiers and about a 20-minute drive to Highlands. In addition, Sliding Rock is just a mile away - this is a fun waterfall/swimming hole where kids and adults can slide down the rocks and cool off during the summer. Whether it’s hiking, fishing, golfing, skiing, horseback riding, biking, or swimming, the area is full of year-round outdoor activities. Or browse through unique shops, sample the many fine restaurants, go gem stone mining, horseback riding, take in a free concert during the summer, or visit during one of the many festivals. When you rent our homes, we provide lots of insider info, including suggestions of places to visit/tour, restaurants we recommend, and local tips. If you are interested in booking our home, High Ridge Haven, for your vacation, please tell us a little about yourself, your rental party, and the reason for your visit. Guest access Guests have access to the whole home and 10 private acres. Other things to note Some things to note: We have both Starlink and Verizon WIFI providing high-speed Internet at High Ridge Haven. Keep in mind the home is in the mountains so it is possible to experience a momentary hiccup, but you may not experience any issues at all. We have the best possible connection we can get at the moment in the mountains. If you need a better connection while here, you can go into the town of Cashiers (4 miles away)- the local library or Buck’s Coffee provides good internet. Additionally, Verizon offers the best cell service. If you are with another carrier, you can connect via Wifi to get calls or text messages.