Rustic charm meets endless potential in this 3BD/3BA mountain cabin on 2.69 private acres, 10 minutes from downtown Highlands. Vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams highlight the spacious kitchen, dining, and living areas, creating a warm lodge-style atmosphere. The chef's kitchen boasts a large commercial-grade gas stove, brick flooring, island with sink, and rustic Italian-inspired design. Natural light floods the space through oversized windows and a skylight, while the dining room features lighted built-in cabinets perfect for entertaining. Relax by the woodburning fireplace in the living room, or enjoy the screened porch overlooking your wooded retreat. Outdoors, a small creek with waterfalls adds to the peaceful setting, and the recently replaced back deck provides the perfect gathering spot. Large finished basement with full bath offers add'l living or recreation space. With main-level living, country privacy, and town convenience, cabin needs a little TLC but offers incredible opportunity to create your dream mountain getaway. Around the corner from Blue Valley in Nantahala Nat'l Forest to enjoy bike riding, hunting/fishing, hiking.