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The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers

Find your perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at this mountain retreat nestled within walking distance to North Carolina’s most popular hike.

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Terrace/patio
Interior
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Smart TV, fireplace, books, heated floors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 63200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers

Residing just inside the gated, private, and exclusive Wildcat Country Club, the High House offers a perfectly appointed mountain retreat that comes with a plethora of luxurious amenities and living spaces with panoramic, long-range mountain vistas.

Located within walking distance to the famed Whiteside Mountain hiking trail (the most popular hike in North Carolina), the High House offers guests bright and airy getaway with open living areas, fully stocked chef's kitchen, massive covered porch with gas fireplace and two grills, and 3 inviting and spacious bedrooms, each featuring king beds and private baths, as well as a guest half bath for the main living area.

In addition, a few of the wonderful amenities you'll be able to enjoy during your stay include:

- 75" Samsung smart TV with Sonos Arc sound bar in the living area
- Large circular dining table with room for up to 8
- Huge wood fireplace in the living room (wood is provided free of charge)
- Wet bar with wine fridge
- Dedicated reading/conversation area with game table
- Custom built grill table to a Big Green Egg and Weber gas grill w/ charcoal provided
- On the porch, a 65" Samsung smart TV with a Sonos Arc sound bar
- Outdoor dining area that seats up to 8
- Wonderfully comfortable outdoor lounge seating with sofa and four chairs - Dual 6000 watt Bromic heaters on the porch
- A 4-person golf cart to be able to cruise around and see all the wonderful houses and foliage in the area

The comfort continues in the bedrooms as well, with the primary bedroom featuring a $5,000 Sleep Number king mattress, amazing views, a massive shower area with dual shower heads and seating area, heated tile floors, and double vanities.

The large 2nd and 3rd bedrooms both offer incredibly comfortable king beds with Nectar mattresses, private bathrooms, unique art decor, and a plethora of natural light.

The High House is also equipped with a 40 amp JuiceBox EV charger with a J1772 plug for all your EV charging needs!

Highlands & Cashiers have a huge array of amazingly fun activities - there's too many to list!

A few of our favorites include:

- Hiking Whiteside Mountain
- Renting a boat on Lake Glenville
- Amazing shopping and restaurants in both towns
- Aerial ropes course
- Fishing
- Highlands Excursion
- Golf
- Yoga
- Fitness classes/gym
- All the kids activities
- And more

As a professional host, I'm here to help you have an amazing stay and can advise on the best restaurants, shopping, hikes, tours, day trips, golf, spas, etc and all the wonderful things Highlands and Cashiers has to offer.

We're excited to be able to share this special place with you and show you all the area has to offer!

Property manager

Lee Burrell

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

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 not allowed

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
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

About the area

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Whiteside Mountain - 9 min walk
  • Old Edwards Club - 9 min drive
  • Highlands-Cashiers Hospital - 9 min drive
  • Highlands Country Club - 15 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornucopia Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Orchard - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers on Feb 24, 2025 start from CA $1,420.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Whiteside Mountain. Old Edwards Club is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Great Family Vacation
A beautiful home with spectacular views in a perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Highly recommend the High House
Good location, responsive host, well appointed with privacy for all and gathering space!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K., Tallahassee, FL

Beautiful Home and View
Home is very nicely appointed and quite luxurious. Fantastic location and views. Host is great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susannah W.

High House - amazing getaway!
The High House is truly exceptional, and Lee is an outstanding host! This was our 3rd year visiting, and we can’t wait to come back again next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Amazing Views and perfect location
We had a great quick stay at the High House. Great family spot - stunning views. House was well-appointed, clean, and comfortable. Host super responsive. We’ll definitely be back and hopefully for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Wonderful View
Great location with wonderful views. A comfortable home with a well stocked kitchen. We have rented a couple of times and will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell B.

Great stay
We loved the house. Great location about 15 minutes to both Cashiers and Highlands. Awesome back porch w/ nice grill setup.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

The perfect mountain rental!
Can't say enough great things about this house. View is amazing. Owner is very helpful. Comfy beds. Fully-equipped indoor and outdoor kitchens. I could go on and on! Amazing house!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

High Praise for the High House!
Absolutely wonderful experience all around. The home is beautiful and so well appointed with everything to make our stay comfortable and perfect. Lee was the most responsive property manager we've ever dealt with and my family and I had a relaxing and amazing time at the High House.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Fantastic house and deck
The house was perfect for us. Great space, and a fantastic back deck. Also is walkable to Whiteside mountain trailhead. The host communicated well and ensured we had what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Beautiful Mountain View’s!
This home is fantastic! This was our second stay. The kitchen, the bed and especially the back porch all were incredible! We hiked the Whiteside Mountain trail, which was not far away. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Top Notch Experience!
We've been vacationing in the Highlands area every winter for the last 6 years. This was by far our best experience yet. The house was very comfortable and well maintained. The drive getting to the house wasn't treacherous. The property manager was very accommodating and made the whole process incredibly easy. We highly recommend The High House!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

delynn Z., Birmingham

Beautiful , comfortable and great location!
A recently renovated, high-end property with attention to every detail. Not only did it have a wonderful view, but it was also a very comfortable and great place to relax. Lee was very responsive and provided us with some excellent recommendations. This was worth the money and we will certainly plan to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susannah W.

Beautiful home, gorgeous view!
The High House is a simply gorgeous property with breathtaking views. Lee was amazing, making sure every detail was attended to - even providing wonderful recommendations of activities to do with our children. We could not have had a better stay in the Highlands! Thank you, Lee!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Gorgeous mountain house!!
This was our second time enjoying the High House - another amazing experience!! We spent a lot of our time on the porch beside the fireplace overlooking the gorgeous view (the porch even has heaters). This luxury mountain house was designed for the ultimate relaxation experience. The kitchen is also fully equipped with everything you need. The beds are very comfortable too. Lee is the best host and always answered all questions promptly. We can’t wait for our third trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drake R.

Wonderful house
High House was great. The home itself is very comfortable and the view is fantastic. We spent most of our time on the porch which was perfect for grilling and simply relaxing. We would definitely return. Lee was very responsive on all questions and check in issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christi M.

Simply Perfect!
This property is just amazing. There is not one detail that has been overlooked in this gorgeous, newly renovated home. I can't say enough wonderful things .... It is worth every penny!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Fantastic Mountain Home
Pictures don't do it justice. Better than advertised. Great finishes and furnishings. Beautiful views. Private and tranquil but close to both Highlands and Cashiers. Living space was fantastic, but we particularly loved the covered back porch with comfortable furniture, outdoor kitchen, TV, fireplace, mounted heaters, and views!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Excellent
Property had everything. It would have been nice to have some written instructions. The door was open and still not sure how to get in with a code. Don’t think I ever got one. Property was the best that we have ever rented and we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan G., York, SC

It's all about the deck!
Beautiful home - perfect for the 3 couples who stayed here. Each bedroom has it's own bathroom. Kitchen was WELL stocked, but the covered deck is where we spent all our time. A nice sitting area with fireplace and overhead heaters made it the perfect place for early morning tea overlooking the mountains or evening drinks and conversation where the sun set. The outdoor table easily held the 6 of us for dinners. Lee was generous in giving us information about the area. Make sure you go to the overlook just down the road. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, hiking and spending time with great friends. I would highly recommend High House.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Unique Space
Most (if not all) Vrbo properties have somewhat limited supplies/accessories and advise you of this. And you plan accordingly. Not this place, The High House has everything you need and more. The open floor plan is awesome and inviting. Everything provided is upscale and first class. And the view is captivating. The only thing I regret is that we didn't schedule a longer stay. We won't make that mistake next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A., Macon, Georgia

You won't regret staying at The High House!
Pictures do not do this gorgeous home justice! The moment I stepped over the threshold I knew I wasn't going to want to leave. The decor alone is fabulous! Every couch, chair, bed , bench... where perfectly place and super comfortable. The kitchen was more than fully stocked. Plenty of flatware, utensils, pots, pans and most importantly ice! There is a nugget ice maker nestled in the kitchen island. Perfection. The outside living area is incredible! Beautiful views, big screen TV, gas fireplace, heaters, grills and super comfortable furnishings - you can't go wrong. Even if you don't care for the mountains, go for the house. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

Fall Get-Away
This is a beautiful home with a gorgeous view off the deck. It was immaculately clean, and the host responded to our questions and requests very quickly. However, the fireplace on the deck didn't work, and since that was one of the main reasons we chose this place, we were very disappointed. The host told us it had been acting up and that he would see if it could be put on the schedule to be fixed, but it wasn't fixed while we were there (for 3 nights). As a result, we didn't use the beautiful deck as much as we would have liked to. It seems to us that the fireplace should have been in working order before we arrived. Check out was very easy, we just had to take the trash out and close the door behind us. As I said, it is a beautiful home, and the manager was very quickly responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

The Highest House
We were very pleased with all aspects of The High House at Highlands. Everything was up to our standards and wishes. s/Stephen.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyse F.

Perfect home ! Everything was peaceful and perfect!!
I highly recommend this property. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024