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Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, internet
TV, fireplace, Netflix, books

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102028 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!

Bask in the trees and partial mountain views at this chic multi-story home in the Holt Knob neighborhood of Highlands! Right in the Southern Appalachian Mountains and a half-mile from downtown, this ideally located vacation rental offers endless adventure. Explore the local galleries and live performances, or opt outside and go hiking, fishing, and more! Then, return to comfort with 2 bedrooms, a 3rd-floor studio, 2.5 bathrooms, and plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities for everyone!

-- THE PROPERTY --

3 Wraparound Decks | Gas Grill | Pet Friendly | 2,028 Sq Ft

This bright, spacious Highlands home is perfect for large families or groups of friends to experience the ultimate Southern Appalachian retreat, with popular hiking trails, waterfalls, and restaurants nearby!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | 3rd-Floor Studio: 2 Twin Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor dining area, patio furniture, gas grill, deck access on every floor, private yard, fire pit, speakers, horseshoe game, mountain/wooded views, hiking trail access on-site
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ Netflix, VCR & stereo, wood-burning fireplace, firewood provided, lodge chic decor, shower/tub combo, telescope
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, dishware/flatware, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, garbage disposal
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heating, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, iron/board, hangers, trash bags, paper towels, books
SUITABILITY: Stairs required for access, bathroom on 1st floor, steep driveway
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 2 exterior security cameras (facing front entry & driveway)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

HISTORIC HIGHLANDS (~0.3 mile): Art galleries, shopping, restaurants, performing arts center, public parks, library
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Highlands Nature Center (1.3 miles), Sunset Rock (1.5 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley (13.6 miles), Goats on the Roof (25.3 miles), Stumphouse Tunnel (26.0 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (46.5 miles)
WATERFALLS: Sequoyah Falls (1.9 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (2.3 miles), Dry Falls (3.2 miles), Quarry Falls (6.4 miles), Cullasaja Falls (8.7 miles), Whitewater Falls (23.4 miles)
HIKE & BIKE: Highlands Biological Station (1.2 miles), Whiteside Mtn Trail (6.7 miles), Secret Falls Trail Head (6.9 miles), Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Trailhead (23.0 miles), Pickens Nose Trailhead (27.8 miles), Mooney Gap (28.3 miles)
FISHING HOLES: Harris Lake (1.1 miles), Cullasaja River (1.1 miles), Cliffside Lake Recreation Area (5.3 miles), Chattooga River (12.9 miles)
AIRPORTS: Asheville Regional Airport (57.3 miles), Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (82.3 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ taxes & fees)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: The 3rd floor with 2 twin beds and 2 twin bunk beds has access to the top outdoor deck; adult supervision is recommended for children
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the driveway and camera 2 faces the front entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras do not actively record video or sound while guests are in residence

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Telescope
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,028 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

NEW! Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, Trails! Highlands
455909

About the area

Map
Highlands, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 6 min walk
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 8 min walk
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 4 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails! located?

Situated in Highlands, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts, and Cullasaja River Gorge. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Treehouse Getaway
Loved staying in this house. My kids especially loved the top floor. Because of how tall it is and the porches, it felt a bit like a tree house. Private, cozy, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Cute house in a great neighborhood that is very close to town. Lots of stairs. Wish there would have been more flexibility with the check in time (3PM) and check out time (10AM).
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week long stay with our dogs
Property as described. Very clean. Comfortable. Enjoyed the decks and views, just wish we didnt have so much rain to enjoy it even more! (The covered patio doesnt protect from rain well). Close proximity to town, "easy" walk in regards to distance (which is why we chose this place) however very steep walk home. Disclaimer: we're from florida so any incline seems steep, haha, but the road and driveway were def very steep! Made for a good workout. Most enjoyed bringing our two dogs for very minimal fee, which we appreciate! Loved our stay, enjoying the house, charming town, and nearby naturesque trails!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Aleksandra L.

Great location
Overall we enjoyed our stay here. The home was huge and we loved that we were able to walk into town (but note that both the driveway & the street the house is on are quite steep!) and the porch is so lovely. The house wasn’t super clean & we had some issues communicating with the host/company with a particular issue, but overall we had a nice stay & would probably stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break get away
Amazing mini vacation for my family and I. Enjoyed the open space within the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
The house was clean and roomy. There were plenty of towels and comfortable beds. The location was very close to downtown. We are repeat customers in renting this house. We plan to try and get it next year also. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L., Athens, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We enjoyed our time at this property. Very clean, easy access and great location. Would recommend this property to friends & family. Looking forward to another trip next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Gary B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The Tower
This rental had comfortable furniture, plenty of quality towels, dishes, cutlery & within walking distance to town. Internet service was good. However, it needs a deep cleaning & attention to some maintenance issues - for instance, none of the windows opened. It would have been helpful to have had some type of home book to guide us on the particulars of this house.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kyle B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointing property
The house wreaks of smoke from the fireplace. VRBO and the property manager would not refund our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Paul C., Beech Mountain, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlands cabin
My wife and I were in town for the Highlands Motoring Festival. The home is close enough town that we could walk to the Motoring Festival and not have to fight for a parking space downtown. The house was well equipped and the location convenient. Our only negative was constant noise from a house under construction directly behind the home. Nothing the owner can do about it, but if you are wanting a quiet stay you may be disappointed. They were even working early on Sunday morning. Roads in the subdivision are extremely narrow and we had to pull off the road regularly to allow vehicles going the opposite direction to pass.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, fantastic balcony, comfortable rooms, and great 4th level for kids
We truly enjoyed this property and the location is very convenient to downtown Highlands which offers great shopping and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Ezra H.

Close but no cigar
Location is excellent but you can definitely tell this property is run by a management company. House was clean except for the inch of dust on the windows over the master bed. Upstairs TV did not work and after letting Dale know, all he could say was “they were very sorry.” Everything outside was covered in pollen, so we did not take advantage of the outside seating. Only one burner on the grill worked so we changed our minds on cooking outside. Ample towels, beds slept great. Overall a 3 out of 5. Pantry was not stocked. Kiddos wanted to watch March Madness but since the upstairs TV did not work, we all crammed downstairs to watch. This could be a 5 star house if it was managed by the owners or someone with a personal vested interest.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
SO FUN!
This house is bigger than the pictures looked. The living space isn’t huge, but has plenty of beds and a great porch! Sadly, the porch furniture was all blown around from the storm before we got there, but other than that - we had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was wonderful with beautiful snow
Was great, very comfortable beds and reasonably priced
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Clean House
The property was very well maintained and clean. It had a great view and was very conveniently located close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break Getaway
Great getaway with the family. Kids loved the bunk bed loft space. Great location very close to all the downtown activity. Did have some TV/internet issues but not a deal breaker.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

June N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home , wonderful location
This property was spotless and well stocked for a week away. Easy walk into town but yet far enough out that made you feel like you were in the woods. An amazing wrap around porch with ample seating, was perfect for enjoying the cool weather. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina R., Huntersville, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Tree Top Getaway
We were four retired ladies from Florida on a Girl’s Trip to escape Florida’s summer heat. This beautiful home gave us a perfect place to relax and rest between all our activities; Hiking, shopping, dining, etc. We most appreciated the quick response from the management company when we awoke one morning to a swarm of hornets from a fallen nest. Within 10 minutes someone arrived and took care of it, now that’s great service!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Gayle L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fourth of July in Highlands
Good location….nice porch. The rug in the den was pretty dirty and needs replacing. It would not have worked out for more than 1 couple as you have to climb to the top floor in the bunk room where the second bathroom is. The skylight upstairs leaked and the master tub was very slow to drain. Also the garbage can outside was completely full of garbage on our arrival. Don’t know when it was last dumped. Bring a blow dryer when you come…we had to go buy one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain summer getaway
We just arrived home from a nice mountain getaway with our family. This home was nice and spacious and very close to downtown Highlands. I emailed with the property manager about several things that were wrong with the house during our stay and still have not received any communication. Overall the house was great and convenient, but would love to have better service when things are wrong.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlands getaway
the property was very nice and located in a very nice neighborhood close to town. it was pet friendly and that was a real plus for us. we had a few minor issues but the property manager was very responsive and helpful and i think that was a real plus. my only negative would be if there were 4 or more adults you would have to share a bath on the 2nd level or use the full bath on the 3rd level. i would rent this house several times a year with my grandchildren if it had an additiional bath. the 3 rd level is great for kids with 2 twin beds and 4 bunk beds and full bath. House was very clean when we checked in.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

liz f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but could use some TLC
This house is in a convenient location in a neighborhood that is nice to walk around with the dogs. The outdoor deck is great and would be amazing in nicer weather. We couldn't find the advertised fire pit, which was too bad. Maybe it was too much to expect little bars of soap, but there were none. No problem, we got some down the street. The shower handle fell off in my hand when I turned on the shower. Luckily, it popped back on. The sheets and bedding were clean. The kitchen had all the utensils, appliances we needed. Overall, it was a good experience. We were definitely comfortable. The upstairs area was amazing for the kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
My family of 6 celebrated our daughter's birthday here and we loved our stay. There are a lot of stairs as the listing states but we had no issue with them at all. Our girls loved the 3rd floor bedroom! We enjoyed the deck and the fireplace and it was so nice that wood was there for us. The in town management was amazing! They were exceptionally responsive and we were so pleased! Just because of them, we will book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thankful Thanksgiving
Perfect for our family Thanksgiving! Great neighborhood to walk in and enjoy the quiet!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could not have been happier!
Wonderful home ! very well stocked and supplied! In great condition! cozy ,comfy beds! The upper 3rd floor level was fun bright and open with bunkbeds & a large sectional sofa gave us plenty of room to gather for popcorn and movies., as the downstairs living space was small but cozy. Upgrading to a Keurig coffee maker would’ be nice. Lots of stairs outside & inside ,so if you have anyone mobility challenged it would not be the rental for you. But for us it was well worth the stay - the location was fantastic! Would certainly stay here again! P.s. When we arrived the driveway was full of leaves and the management company sent someone over almost immediately to completely clear the driveway and stairs to the home - in the rain! We were very grateful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021