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Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard!

Highlands Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | Stairs Required | 1,400 Sq Ft

Covered Porch | Propane Fire Pit Table | Gas Grill

Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C | Smart TV w/ Satellite

Living Room | Washer & Dryer | Pack 'n Play

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Amenities
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Location
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pool
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Highlands, NC

Old Edwards Club
‪13 min drive‬
Bridal Veil Falls
‪13 min drive‬
Dry Falls
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard!

Looking for a unique home in Highlands? How about 'Misty Mountain Hop' just 5 miles from town with a large and fully enclosed yard for your fur babies? This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental boasts a flat, nearly 2-acre mountain yard with the property backing up to a working farm with horses, goats, sheep, and other farm animals. Enjoy the wildlife and scenery from the large, covered porch or warm up at the fire pit. Hike the famed Yellow Mountain Trail located less than a mile away!

-- THE PROPERTY --

1,400 Sq Ft | Porch w/ Gas Grill | Fire Pit | ~ 5 Mi to Downtown Highlands | Hiking Nearby

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

HOME FEATURES: Smart TV w/ satellite, fireplace, washer & dryer, dining table, ceiling fans, outdoor lounge furniture, spacious fenced yard
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, fridge & freezer, dishwasher, cooking basics, dual drip & Keurig coffee maker, toaster, microwave, ice maker, knife set, dishware & flatware, kitchen island
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels, high chair, kids toys, hair dryer, hangers, iron & board, keyless entry
FAQ: 2 steps required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

HOT SPOTS: Recreation Park Swimming Pool (5.0 miles), Will Henry Stevens Covered Bridge (5.2 miles), The Bascom: Center for Visual Arts (5.3 miles), Highlands Nature Center (5.7 miles), Jackson Hole Gem Mine (10.9 miles)
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Lake Sequoyah (5.3 miles), Whiteside Mountain (6.7 miles), Yellow Mountain (12.8 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley (13.3 miles), Lake Glenville (16.8 miles), The Pines Recreation Area (16.8 miles), Gorges State Park (22.1 miles)
WATERFALL CHASING: Sequoyah Falls (5.8 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (6.3 miles), Dry Falls (7.1 miles), Glen Falls (8.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (57.4 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/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 28 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 2 steps to access

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Pool

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Highlands

Highlands is home to this holiday home. Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Highlands Aerial Park and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting.

Highlands, NC

What's nearby

Old Edwards Club - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
Bridal Veil Falls - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
Highlands Country Club - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
Whiteside Mountain - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
Dry Falls - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬9 min drive
‪Bucks Coffee Cafe of Cashiers - ‬16 min drive
‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
‪Old Edwards Club - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fun Pet-Friendly Highlands Retreat w/ Fenced Yard! located?

Situated in Highlands, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Highlands Dog Park and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

29 Jun, 2025

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

Mountain getaway

Quick trip to NC, Misty Mountain hop was great. Pet friendly, close to town and to hiking

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

13 Jan, 2024

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

Great getaway!

Property was perfect, thoughtfully appointed, loved the fenced yard for the pups and was able to completely relax and unwind.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

8 Jan, 2023

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

Great trip!

We had a great time. It was a perfect getaway for our family and pets.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winnie C.

4 Oct, 2024

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

Great property and best host ever!

Great spot to relax and unwind in the country, yet near to all the things Highlands has to offer. Home is well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable and easy stay. We loved sitting on the back porch and our pup loved the big fenced in yard. To top it all off, the host was amazing. We were there during hurricane Helene and he did everything possible to help us through a couple of crazy days. Highly recommend this Highlands retreat.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

DR.HAROLD C.

23 Oct, 2023

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

Fall Haven

This was the perfect location to view the changing seasons. The home had been completely restored on several acres and decorated perfectly. Perfect outdoor porch with seating and of course a grill . Dog friendly too.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

31 Aug, 2024

Our Favorite Vacation Spot

We love staying at Misty Mtn Hop! The house is perfect and we get to bring our dogs. If there’s an issue ( it’s rare) but Landy is extremely responsive! The house is located less than 5 miles from downtown Highlands. We come for a month, every summer!! Can’t wait to return. Thank you, Landy!

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10/10 Excellent

Chester

6 Jul, 2023

Misty Mountain Hop stay

It was an excellent choice! The dogs really enjoyed the fenced in yard. Great location with a very short drive into Highlands to enjoy our favorite restaurants. Accommodations were very comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. We are already planning on booking this place for next years annual spring trip to Highlands.

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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

15 Nov, 2023

Great place less than 10 min from town and dog friendly!!!

Had an awesome stay with my pups here! The most comfortable mattress I have ever slept in, well stocked with everything you may need. Greets you with chocolates, water and even dog cookies for our pups. Enjoyed the wide selection of movies with fire place on! And the convenience of a fenced yard was icing on the cake. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Gayle G.

29 Oct, 2024

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

The BEST!

My Labradoodle and I spent 10 days at Misty Mountain on Cole Mountain Road in Highlands, NC. The house and yard were immaculate when we arrived. Landy, the hostess, has seen to even the smallest of details like dog toys in the box next to the fireplace and black face cloths in the bathrooms for makeup removal. The kitchen had everything needed for cooking and storing meals to setting the table for a crowd to just me! Light switches were labeled. Instructions for use of the tv to the ventless fireplace logs were thorough and easy to follow. The bed was comfortable and the linens were of good quality. Nothing was unthought of as far our needs were concerned. We could not have been more pleased or felt more welcome. We look forward to being guests in the future at Misty Mountain.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

13 Sept, 2023

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

Such a Peaceful Place

We love the Highlands/Cashiers area and needed to get out of the Florida heat. We chose this rental because it had a fenced in yard so, we could bring our pups. It was perfect! The home was decorated so nicely and was well appointed. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need. The new counter ice maker was very convenient It's located 5-10 minutes from downtown Highlands. Cashiers is only about 20 minutes away so, it was a perfect location. The road it's on is very quiet and we enjoyed walking the dogs, everyday. Just being able to sit outside, on the porch and enjoy the cool mountain air was wonderful! Landy was extremely helpful and always got back to us promptly. We enjoyed our stay so much, we rented it out for another month, next summer. Highly recommend!

Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

29 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful property

I can't say enough good things about this property. It looks like it has recently been refurbished and it was done very well. The bedrooms were good sized with very comfortable beds (although you may need a step stool to get into them). The living room is also very comfortable with all the electronics one would need including a good selection of DVDs and a player. The kitchen was appointed with up-to-date appliances including a great coffee maker that could accommodate either K-cups or ground coffee. There is also a counter-top ice maker which we used extensively. Outside is a deck with nice furniture, a gas fire table and a gas barbeque. There is a large, fenced-in lawn where the pups could run to their heart's content. Beyond that was a large fire ring and surrounding chairs which, unfortunately, we didn't take advantage of. Highlands is only a 15-minute drive away with a selection of shops and good restaurants (which are pretty spendy considering the fare). As I said, I can't say enough nice things about this property and would re-rent it in a heartbeat.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chester L.

24 Apr, 2023

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

Misty Mountain Hop stay

We made an excellent choice in choosing this property. The dogs loved the fenced in yard. Accommodations were great but be prepared for very high beds. We found a stool that I could use to get in and out of bed. The wife just hopped right up. LOL! We are already planning on trying to book this property again for our annual visit to Highlands next spring.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

4 Dec, 2022

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

Highlands House

Loved this property. Beautiful home which is an excellent place to stay if you are traveling with your dog. I would love to go back again some day!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

6 Nov, 2022

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

The Perfect Spot!

This was the perfect space! We had two couples and it felt so cozy (indoor and outdoor fire options). The living area was spacious and the large couch accommodated all of us while watching a show or movie. It was just a quick drive to the wedding we attended. The owner was so responsive and accommodating. We’d definitely stay here again and recommend to other travelers!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzy B.

16 Oct, 2022

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

Birthday hiking trip in Highlands

The house was wonderful; incredibly clean and comfortable, great amenities, easy to find, and conveniently located near Highlands and hikes!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

2 Oct, 2022

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

New, Clean and Comfortable

Shhhh!! The secret is out…this new property was exactly what we were looking for. The property was immaculate and the fenced in yard was perfect for our dogs. The house was so well-equipt. Anytime we thought of something we needed, it was there. The location was so convenient to the restaurants and shopping in Highlands. Communication was easy and very responsive. Great mountain weekend!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

10 Sept, 2022

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

Exactly the rental we were looking for!

We took a chance on this new listing and are so glad we did! It is located in a quiet and very private area about 10 minutes from downtown. The bedrooms are spacious and the beds slept beautifully. My husband appreciated the great internet service and work desk which allowed him to get some work done while there. The bathrooms and kitchen are all gorgeously tiled, and the fixtures and appliances are brand new. Most importantly for us, the property features a mostly flat yard with a large fenced-in area, almost impossibly to find in a mountain rental, that was perfect for our dogs to run and play. We also enjoyed the wonderful views from the fire pit and from the expansive from porch. Everything was planned perfectly for our visit and communication before our arrival was top notch. This rental checked all of our boxes and is going to be our new Highlands go-to house whenever we visit the area! We are already looking at re-booking in the fall.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022