Your Adventure Retreat near Dupont State Forest and Pisgah National Forest

Copper sun with the house name, Summer Haven, is posted on a tree at the end of the driveway.

About Cedar Mountain, NC

Cedar Mountain is a hamlet located close to Brevard, NC off scenic Hwy 276. At 2704’ in elevation, it has historically been a summer getaway destination for residents of the low county of SC. Cool breezes, dense hardwood forest and clear, cold mountain water are the backdrop for this magical location. Transylvania County is famously known as the ‘Land of Waterfalls’ - boasting over 250 named waterfalls. Dupont State Forest is home to some of the most notable falls including Triple Falls, High Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, just to name a few.

The center of the hamlet is where Hwy 276 and Staton Road intersect. Here you will find the extremely popular and tasty Cedar Mountain Cafe. Cedar Mountain Moonshine Distillery is here too and has free outdoor community music shows on Friday evenings in the summer. The Cedar Mountain Canteen is a very popular watering hole and offers live music several days a week. Next to the Canteen is The Hiker and The Hound outfitters shop, it’s super fun to look through with an eclectic variety of goods.

Another unique local historic attraction is an open air chapel, Faith Memorial Chapel. It’s story starts in 1894 with the current chapel being built in 1938. It is a rustic log and stone chapel with a flagstone floor. Services are on Sundays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day.

View of Cedar Mountain NC from a drone with a colorful sunset over the mountains.

Cedar Mountain Cafe is an excellent farm to table restaurant with a laid back vibe.

Cedar Mountain Moonshine has a painted mural on the side of the business.

CDR MTN Coffee is a coffee bar next to the Moonshine Distillery.

Cedar Mountain Moonshine Distillery has live music every Friday evening from Memorial Day through Labor Day

Faith Memorial Chapel is located next door to Summer Haven cabin. Services are offered from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Sundays.

Aerial image of the businesses located in Cedar Mountain at the intersection of 276 and Cascade Lake Road.

The Summer Haven Cabin

Vacation Rental Option

Summer Haven is surrounded by lush forest, is close to the trails, and is walking distance from the hamlet of Cedar Mountain.

Comfortable for up to 4 people, this small 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home has all you need for a relaxing or adventurous getaway.

Nightly rates run $150 - $180 per night depending on season. 3 night minimum stay. 5% discount for booking 1 week or more. 10% for booking one month.

Pet-Friendly Either Way

Where every family member—dogs included—can relax.

Dogs are allowed with an additional fee and the agreement that they will be crated if being left alone in the home.

We’ve never had the need for a fenced dog yard here, so there isn’t one at the house.

Extended Stay Option

Fully equipped home designed for longer getaways or remote work. The kitchen has everything you need for daily living. We have fiber optic cable high speed wifi and streaming television. We also keep a Verizon network extender in the home so that cell service is always solid.

Rent runs from $2,500 - $3,500/month depending on the season. 2 month minimum booking.

Our mountain cabin has an outdoor firepit for relaxing in the evenings.

Take a look at our cabin...

Cozy living room with smart TV & DVD player

Kitchen has pretty much everything you need for making meals.

Main bedroom with king sized bed (upstairs)

Upstairs bath has door into main bedroom as well as the landing

Upstairs landing, 2 small bedrooms to right of the bathroom

Smallest bedroom, no closet space, full sized bed and small dresser

Second bedroom with full sized bed and TV. Closet is to the left of the bed.

Best corner of the covered porch for morning coffee!

Large covered deck with cute Webber gas grill. Charcoal grill also available.

Some of the deck is open, most is covered.

Open end of deck looking towards Faith Chapel Road

One of the most popular features is the fire pit!

Gravel driveway goes up a moderate hill to the house

Space to store bikes under the covered deck or on it.

A beautiful and quiet setting in the woods

Handmade sign for our cabin made by a local artist is near the driveway end.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Our cabin has been in short term rental through VRBO since 2011 and we are rated 10/10 with 263 reviews.

10/10 Excellent

Everything was clean and felt extremely cozy. We will be definitely booking again.

Liked: cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

-Lauren Y., November 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful cabin!

We love this wonderful cabin and keep coming back year after year.

Liked: cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

-Shelley C., last visit was October 2025

10/10 Excellent

The cabin was very clean and well-stocked with everything we needed. Communication with Melinda was great. We would definitely stay at Summer Haven again.

Liked: cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

-Laurie J., September 2025

The outdoor fire pit is one of the things guests enjoy while staying at our cabin

Cabin has a very comfortable living area with large comfy sofa, love seat and chair. Smart TV and DVD player faces sitting area.

Large main bedroom with king sized bed, dresser and closets, TV, two sitting chairs and mirror.

10/10 Excellent

Everything about this place is spot on and amazing! We will definitely be returning! Thank you to the host, who is exceptional, and who thinks of providing anything you could possibly need for your stay!

Liked: cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

-Amy S., August 2025

Modern and clean kitchen is easy to use and very well stocked with everything you need to cook.

Let’s Work Together

Ready to plan your next trip? Contact us today & plan your perfect getaway.

Cute modern cabin in the woods with mossy yard surrounded by hardwood forest.