Summers are about much more than poolside hangs and outdoor BBQs with the family. With the kiddos out of school, summers are when families pack up the SUVs and embark on road trips. Whether exploring their own home states or boldly venturing across the country, road trips are the quintessential family summer activity — especially when the final destination is a log cabin that not only features enough space for the entire family to spread out but also boasts floor-to-ceiling views.
From Arizona’s vibrant — and expansive — mountain views to Oregon’s lush forests, the U.S. is rich with luxe mountain retreats. And lucky for you, we’ve rounded up 11 that are so magnificent, they might just outshine their surroundings… maybe.
Ahead, take a look at the best mountain retreats begging to be booked this summer.
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New York
Image Credit: VRBO. With 6,000 square feet of space and killer views of the mountains, this enormous, modern and luxurious estate located in North Elba not only sleeps 18, but it’s also located minutes from Lake Placid and Mirror Lake.
The amenities are seemingly endless, too, with a large BBQ grill on the deck, a 10-person hot-tub, a fire pit, volleyball, and much more.
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California
Image Credit: VRBO. Designed by an award-winning architect, this cabin in Tahoe Donner boasts sweeping views of the Sierra Nevadas from nearly every room of this getaway. By staying here, you’ll have access to the private Donner Lake Marina and Beach Club, as well as partake in plenty of scenic hiking, fishing, and biking trails.
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Montana
Image Credit: VRBO. For those wanting to relax in style in Montana, this luxurious home not only boasts stunning high-end finishes throughout all three levels, but it also has direct ski access from the back door. During the summer months, you’ll have access to hiking, golfing, water sports, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, and Glacier National Park.
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Georgia
Image Credit: VRBO. Come on, just look at those views! Located in the heart of Blue Ridge, Arbor Hill is a family-owned luxury cabin that has plenty of great amenities, from a five-seat hot tub to a fire pit. It’s also located just minutes from orchards, the Blue Ridge Lake Marin, and the Appalachian Trail.
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Luxury Treehouse in Georgia
Image Credit: VRBO. Like an adult, luxury treehouse, this three-story cabin — also located in Blue Ridge, Georgia — is nestled among the trees on four private acres. Here at Canopy Blue, you’ll have access to 750 square feet of property and 1,200 square feet of decks. The cabin also boasts a hot tub deck located under the treehouse, a fire pit, and outdoor bar seating area, and a grill.
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Tennessee
Image Credit: Airbnb. Spend a weekend in this cozy cabin located in the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. Whether you’re idea of the perfect vacation is spending the afternoon on the private deck reading a good book, or exploring a national park, this cabin caters to everyone. Plus, it’s dog-friendly and super-affordable!
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Banff
Image Credit: Airbnb. Banff, located in Alberta, Canada, is as magical as it gets. So, you owe it to yourself to stay in as just a rustic-chic cabin; and this 1,800-square-foot Banff mountain home is a gorgeous, modern stay located in the middle of all the action.
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Arizona
Image Credit: VRBO. Located just north of Tucson and considered the highest point in the Santa Catalina Mountains in the Coronado National Forest, Mount Lemmon is a favorite summer retreat for hikers, bicyclists and other outdoor enthusiasts thanks to its many trails and gorgeous views. And this storybook log cabin is the perfect place to stay to explore the area. Located within walking distance to multiple trails, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom, nearly 2,500-square-foot log cabin sleeps nine.
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Yosemite National Park
Image Credit: VRBO. Yosemite National Park in California is magnificent on its own. And no other lodging reflects the beauty of the park quite like this newly-constructed luxury home. Located just minutes from the valley floor, Yosemite Copper Bear Lodge boasts cathedral-like windows to help you take in the jaw dropping views of the forest and mountains.
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North Carolina
Image Credit: VRBO. Take in the Great Smoky Mountains from this 2,400-square-foot, two-bedroom cabin. With 24-foot wood-beamed ceilings, oak hardwood floors, a carved and handcrafted log staircase, a jacuzzi, and more, you might not want to leave.
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Oregon
Image Credit: VRBO. Stunning, just absolutely gorgeous. We can’t get enough of this 4,200-square-foot, A-frame lodge surrounded by lush trees. Located on three acres of land, the cabin boasts scenic views, features a hand-built stone chimney fireplace, and has access to plenty of trails.
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