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The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm

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The Peregrine overlooking FMF
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Entertaining Terrace
Living Room with wood burning fireplace and gas starter. Firewood provided.
Living Room showing sliding doors to entertaining terrace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bunk Room

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

King Suite 2

1 King Bed

King Suite 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bunk Room Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

King Suite 2 Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

King Suite 3 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm

AS SEEN ON The Magnolia Network's "Bespoke Inns," Southern Living Magazine, Country Living Magazine, National Geographic Luxury Collection, Plateau Magazine and more...The sun rises over the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the morning mist of a temperate rainforest hovers over the lake and the sweet songs of a bevy of birds greet you at Flat Mountain Farm. Its 28 acres have been a mountain haven and tranquil escape for more than 40 years and beckons discerning guests who aspire to escape modern-day frenzy for true tranquility.... This is the largest home on our private estate and overlooks our private lake. At a sprawling 5000 SF, each bedroom is quite large and features five (5) fireplaces. There is a large entertaining terrace with firepit, outdoor lounge areas, covered outdoor dining, porch swing that overlooks The Lake.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
Events are allowed with an additional fee.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Up to two dogs allowed max.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please review pet policies BEFORE booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3566699
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Events are allowed with an additional fee.
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Highlands Biological Station and Nantahala National Forest, while The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights. Cashiers Farmers Market and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Dry Falls - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm on May 19, 2026 start from $1,644, including 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Peregrine: Flat Mountain Farm - expansive luxury home on historic 28 acre rhododendron farm located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Highlands-Cashiers Hospital and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

A magical experience, the house had everything we could have wanted
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Incredible Home in a Beautiful Setting!

Truth in advertising - Great place for a family get away or an event!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great place!

We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing and well appointed property. We spent Christmas with our adult children and their significant others for a total of seven adults plus one very handsome golden retriever. It was a truly magical experience with multiple places to congregate annd enjoy quality family time. Impeccably clean and laid out with everything you might need for a stay. Even had a flour sifter for our blini making which shows the attention to detail the owners have put into making this property an effortless experience. Multiple working fireplaces, rustic log cabin joinery, outdoor firepit, walking trails through crisp forests, stocked pond, stacks of firewood and high-end appliances such as a Lacanche range bring a wonderful mixture of rustic countryside thoughtfully embellished with bits of luxury. Owners were immediately responsive and very helpful for any question. Highly recommend this property for a stay in the Higlands.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2025
Thanks for your review, Kenny! We hope you come back and visit us again soon.

About the host

Hosted by Koble Delmer

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Welcome to Flat Mountain Farm, a historic rhododendron farm located 2 miles from the charming hamlet of Highlands, NC. Chris & Margaret Shutze moved to Highlands with their two young boys in December of 2019. They purchased the property from an eighth generation Highlander who had created a magical, rustic paradise over 40 years. Even though it was run down and in need of repair, they saw huge potential in the antique log cabins & barns.

This newly renovated 28-acre haven houses up to 27 between the three homes and hosts up to 200 guests for events. Margaret worked for international hospitality firms, Wilson Associates and RTKL, working on prestigious projects such as the Belmond Casa de Sierra Nevada, Boca Raton Resort and Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort and Four Seasons Vail, while Chris has been creating specialty homes and custom furniture with award-winning architects for 20 years, including McApline, Travis & Travis and Wilson Associates.

Keep in touch! We are on Instagram @flatmountainfarm and for the behind the scenes renovation @creatingflatmountainfarm. We are also on Facebook @flatmountainfarm.

Why they chose this property

After designing luxury hotels around the world, Margaret and Chris were ready to create their own micro-resort. The three homes on the property cater to guests seeking the elegance and high touch details of a luxury hotel within the confines of a private estate.

Their work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Interior Design magazine, Boutique Design Magazine, Hospitality Design Magazine, Country Living Magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings and more. Visit Shutze Studio for their extended portfolio.

“With this all-star duo at the helm, a retreat property complete with two cabins, barn, private lake and lawn has never felt so luxurious.”

- Plateau Magazine

What makes this property unique

Flat Mountain Farm is located 2.2 miles from town, about an 8 minute drive from Main Street in Highlands. The farm is 9 miles from Cashiers, about a 15 minute drive. It is a quick stroll down the street to local swimming hole, Pinky Falls and a quick drive up the street to Ranger Falls, a beautiful hike by a waterfall that ends at a large lake.

The Kingfisher cabin is nestled into the woods, next to a year round stream with rhododendrons, mountain laurel and has its own private pond, stocked with mountain trout. We provide fishing poles and you are welcome to eat any fish you catch.

Languages:

English, Portuguese

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