Highland Cow Off-Grid Treehouse | Canton, North Carolina

Tree house in Canton, NC

3 guests • 1 bedroom • 2 beds • 1 bathroom

5.0

• 49 reviews

Escape to a custom-built, 100% sustainable off-grid treehouse on 23 private wooded acres in Western North Carolina. Perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those looking for a romantic retreat, this unique stay offers long-range mountain views, an eco-friendly design powered by solar energy, a cozy wood stove, and fresh mountain spring water. Enjoy an exhilarating outdoor shower and a homebiogas toilet with a scenic view. Thoughtfully designed with handcrafted woodwork, a charming kitchenette, copper finishes, and plush organic linens, this treehouse takes glamping to a whole new level of luxury.

Meet the Highland Cows
Guests have exclusive access to our adorable Highland cattle herd—Moonshine, Martini, & Mojito. These friendly “cocktail cows” love attention, and you’re welcome to pet, brush, and feed them treats.

Winter Glamping Experience
From late November to mid-March, the treehouse transitions into a true off-grid glamping retreat. To prevent freezing, the water lines are shut down, but we provide 5-gallon water jugs for drinking, cooking, and cleaning, along with rinse-free bathing wipes. The toilet still functions above 20°F, with a backup port-o-potty available just in case. Heat is provided by a wood stove or a propane heater. Rates are lower in winter to reflect these seasonal changes—if you’re seeking an off-grid adventure, this is it!

Location & Nearby Attractions
Located in Canton, NC, near Waynesville and just west of Asheville, the treehouse sits at an elevation of 3,100 feet, rising to 3,700 at the ridge. Explore nearby trails, visit local farms and markets, or dine at charming restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest, and the scenic Pigeon River for tubing and fly fishing. The property itself offers peace, seclusion, and the option to disconnect completely from the world.

Sustainable & Thoughtful Design
We designed the treehouse to be both luxurious and environmentally conscious. Every detail, from the organic bedding and bamboo sheets to the handcrafted furniture made from local and salvaged wood, was chosen with sustainability in mind. The kitchen features a propane cooktop, a beautiful copper sink, and all the essentials for off-grid cooking, including a cooler for food storage.

The Off-Grid Experience
While this retreat is beautiful, it’s not for everyone! Expect some wildlife, rustic charm, and an eco-friendly lifestyle. There’s no WiFi, and power is limited to essentials like lighting and phone charging. Hair dryers and other high-energy appliances won’t work here. If you love nature, sustainability, and a peaceful escape, you’ll feel right at home.

Wildlife & Safety
Being surrounded by miles of forest means encountering wildlife is possible. Guests have spotted deer, bears, coyotes, bobcats, and more. Be mindful of food storage, use the provided bear-proof trash bin, and make your presence known while exploring. Safety is key, but there’s no need to worry—just be prepared and enjoy the experience!

We do require guests to e-sign our rental agreement that we will email to you, and request a $300 security deposit hold (not a charge) that we will release upon checkout. This is just a precaution for us letting people we don't know stay at our place and respecting it.

What's Nearby?
* Waynesville (8 miles)
* Canton (8 miles)
* Ten Acre Farm (2.4 miles)
* Jukebox Junction Restaurant (3 miles)
* Dollar General & Gas (2 miles)
* Asheville (26 miles)
* Ingles Grocery Store Waynesville (9 miles)
* Publix Grocery Store Waynesville (10 miles)
* Pigeon River Outfitters Tubing (8.5 miles)
* Lake Logan (4 miles)
* Starbust Swimming Hole (7 miles)
* Blue Ridge Parkway via 215 (15 miles)
* Blue Ridge Parkway via Waynesville (15 miles)
* Blue Ridge Parkway via 276 (17 miles)
* Blue Ridge Parkway Highest Point at Richland Balsam 6053 ft-(24 miles)
* Chestnut Mountain Biking Park (12 miles)
* Maggie Valley (18 miles)
* Cold Mountain (its technically behind our ridge, but 9 miles driving)
* Smokey Mountain National Park (60 miles)
* Hendersonville (41 miles)
* See the Elk at Cataloochee (29 miles)
* Wayne E. Smith Outdoor Shooting Range (6.8 miles)
* Public Lands for Hunting (All around our area)
* Brevard (36 miles)
* Sliding Rock (24.7 miles)
* Looking Glass Falls (26.8 miles)
* Cherokee (39 miles) Treehouse | North Carolina

Features and services

Beds

1 Queen-size bed
1 Sofa bed

Most popular features

Pets allowed
Wi-Fi/Internet
Private Kitchen
Hiking
River, stream or creek
Swimming
Fishing
Fireplace
Waterfall
Forest
Mountain
Wildlife watching
Stove
Water sports
Private Barbecue
1 Bathroom
Parking
Fire pit

Where you will stay

Glamping in the Trees | Nature Getaways

Canton, North Carolina

Detailed location provided after booking

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Scenic views

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
14 miles straight-line distance

22 kilometers straight-line distance
Mountain
Forest
River, stream or creek
Waterfall

We are in the Pisgah National Forest in a small rural farming town, but the city is only 10 minutes away. The area is quaint, beautiful ,and near all the hiking, waterfalls, Blue Ridge Parkway, and river for lots of outdoor activities. Our highland cows are on property and guests get them all to themselves!

Canton, North Carolina

Detailed location provided after booking

Terrain

Great Smoky Mountains National Park (14 miles straight-line distance) (22 kilometers straight-line distance)
Mountain
Forest
River, stream or creek
Waterfall
distance: 5 miles

Nearby local services

Fuel station
distance: 5 miles
Town/City
distance: 10 miles
Supermarket
distance: 10 miles
Airport
distance: 25 miles

Additional Info

We are in the Pisgah National Forest in a small rural farming town, but the city is only 10 minutes away. The area is quaint, beautiful ,and near all the hiking, waterfalls, Blue Ridge Parkway, and river for lots of outdoor activities. Our highland cows are on property and guests get them all to themselves!

Activities near Canton

Swimming
Hiking
Winter sports
Water sports
Horseback riding
Biking
Kayaking/Canoeing
Whitewater rafting
Climbing
Zip-lining
Fishing
ATV/Quads/4x4
Wine tasting
Meditation
Yoga
Wildlife watching
Hunting
Golfing
Extreme sports
Feeding animals
Jeep tours

There is so much outdoor opportunities near us since the Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest, and Smoky Mountains are at our doorstep. Many folks who visit enjoy; Mountain Biking, Skiing, Hiking, Fishing, Yoga, Swimming, Whitewater Rafting, Tubing, Rock Climbing, Ziplining, Horseback Riding, and so much more. All is 5-45 miniutes of our treehouse.

Swimming
Hiking
Winter sports
Water sports
Horseback riding
Biking
Kayaking/Canoeing
Whitewater rafting
Climbing
Zip-lining
Fishing
ATV/Quads/4x4
Wine tasting
Meditation
Yoga
Wildlife watching
Hunting
Golfing
Extreme sports
Feeding animals
Jeep tours

There is so much outdoor opportunities near us since the Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest, and Smoky Mountains are at our doorstep. Many folks who visit enjoy; Mountain Biking, Skiing, Hiking, Fishing, Yoga, Swimming, Whitewater Rafting, Tubing, Rock Climbing, Ziplining, Horseback Riding, and so much more. All is 5-45 miniutes of our treehouse.

Stunning Pet-Friendly Treehouse for Relaxing Glamping Retreats in North Carolina

Tree house in Canton, NC

3 guests • 1 bedroom • 2 beds • 1 bathroom

Features and services

Beds

1 Queen-size bed

1 Sofa bed

Most popular features

Pets allowed

Wi-Fi/Internet

Private Kitchen

Hiking

River, stream or creek

Swimming

Fishing

Fireplace

Waterfall

Forest

Mountain

Wildlife watching

Stove

Water sports

Private Barbecue

1 Bathroom

Parking

Fire pit

Where you will stay

Glamping in the Trees | Nature Getaways

Canton, North Carolina

Scenic views

Great Smoky Mountains National Park 14 miles straight-line distance 22 kilometers straight-line distance

Mountain

Forest

River, stream or creek

Waterfall

Activities near Canton

Swimming

Hiking

Winter sports

Water sports

Horseback riding

Biking

Kayaking/Canoeing

Whitewater rafting

Climbing

Zip-lining

Fishing

ATV/Quads/4x4

Wine tasting

Meditation

Yoga

Wildlife watching

Hunting

Golfing

Extreme sports

Feeding animals

Jeep tours

Property reviews

5.0 overall rating

Things to know

Arrival and departure

Check-in: 04:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

House rules

Cancellation policy

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See North Carolina from way up high in this gorgeous, off-grid treehouse!

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
14 miles straight-line distance

22 kilometers straight-line distance