Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.
Close to town. Perfect for couples or families. Almost like two homes in one. The main level offers a living area with gas fireplace, flat screen TV, well appointed kitchen, covered porch, 2 bedrooms both with queen sized beds and a newly renovated full bath. Enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive lower level deck or relax with a glass of wine after a day of hiking or exploring Highlands. Take a walk down to the lake and find the Highlands Greenway trail that takes you into town. The lower level has a renovated master bedroom with gorgeous en suite bath and queen sized bed. An additional bedroom on the lower level includes a double bed and has an adjacent full bath. Log into your Netflix or Amazon Prime account and enjoy a movie night in front of the fire in the lower level living area or cozy up by the fire pit off of the deck on cool evenings. Motion sensor security cameras on property. Exterior of house only.
Property manager
Caroline Ragsdale
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Dogs must be registered upon booking $50 per additional dog Owners are responsible for picking up and disposing of all dog waste. No dogs on furniture
All trash must be in garbage bags including dog poop bags, pizza boxes. All trash must be placed in the garbage can and securely latched.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Highlands
Located in Mirror Lake, a neighbourhood in Highlands, this cottage is in the mountains. Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Aerial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Highlands, NC
What's nearby
The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Cullasaja River Gorge - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Bridal Veil Falls - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Dry Falls - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive
Restaurants
The Ugly Dog Pub - 4 min drive
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 10 min drive
Old Edwards Club - 13 min drive
Rib Shack - 4 min drive
Buck's Coffee Cafe - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
What time is check-in at Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views. located?
Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
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The house was a perfect size for 5 adults attending a wedding at Old Edwards. It was clean and had everything we needed for our weekend trip. It's in a great location, close to downtown and the venue space. Our host checked in with us on the first day to make sure we were doing good and had everything we needed. We'll definitely save this home for future stays!
We rented this property for a family stay (6 adults, 1 infant) to attend a wedding at The Farm at Old Edwards and other wedding-related gatherings in Highlands. The property was clean, well-maintained & well-stocked with dishes & other essentials for our 4 night stay, and is located close (under a mile & a half) to Highlands. Check-in was easy & problem-free. Caroline (the host) was very responsive to questions & provided helpful information about the area. The landscaper was not able to get there before our stay due to ongoing weather issues, so there was some overgrowth that needed tending, but rain prevented us from using the fire pit anyway. Our only minor critiques would be to have firmer beds, (that’s just our personal preference,) and maybe an 11:00 a.m. checkout rather than 10:00, which can likely be accommodated now upon request, if bookings allow. All-in-all a great stay.
We had a wonderful time in Highlands and the property was perfect for us. There were four and each of us had a bedroom. The proximity to town is excellent, the neighborhood is quiet and lovely, and the property is in excellent condition, nicely decorated. Our host, Caroline, was very responsive to a couple of questions. We hope to be back and I highly recommend this property!
Great weekend renting this house at Mirror Lake. The house met all of our families needs. Great location, close proximity to town and well equipped for a weekend getaway.
We had a great stay for the weekend, plenty of room, terrific views and walkable to town via Oak Lane Trail. Owner very communicative and plenty of room for the 6 of us. Can’t wait to come back, so much more to do and see and sitting on the back porch was idyllic.
An excellent property with plenty of room and an awesome layout. We enjoyed sitting around the kitchen island having dinner. Having morning coffee on the lower deck as the sun came up was very relaxing.
I would recommend this property to anyone that wants a great place to stay that is also close to restaurants and shopping in Highlands.
We had a great stay at this lovely property in the Highlands. The owner was extremely responsive to all our questions and made many suggestions of activities and helped us navigate the blackout during our stay.
Beautiful cottage. Very well appointed on the inside. The wooded location is gorgeous and Caroline was very accommodating and easy to work with. We'd definitely stay again.
We had a very enjoyable stay at this property in October. The listing was exactly as described and Caroline was an excellent and responsive host. We plan to return next year!
Everything was wonderful. The owner is very responsive and helpful. The house had Everything we needed for 5 nights. Fully stocked kitchen. Comfortable and clean.
Wedding in Highlands. Only a short drive to downtown. Beautiful views. The host was so nice and made our check in easy. I highly recommend this place for your visit to Highlands
I recently stayed at this property for a girls trip. We loved spending time on the covered porch and back deck. There was plenty of space with four bedrooms.
The house was exactly as advertised and the owner could not have not been more friendly and responsive. My family and I will definitely rent the same place again. Great trip!
Very comfortable cottage minutes from downtown Highlands. The downstairs deck is a great place to enjoy morning coffee and evening conversation. Master bathroom is nicely done.
We had a great time in Highlands in this nice/quaint home just 5 minutes from Main St. This house is very comfy and cozy with 2 indoor fireplaces and a fire pit outside. 2 bedrooms on the main upper floor and 2 bedrooms on the lower floor. Nice updated decor and nice outdoor porch furniture. Kitchen is updated and has everything you need, although a little small for a large group but perfect for 4-6 people.
Caroline, the host is great to work with and very communicative. She checked in on day one to make sure everything was ok. We would highly recommend this home when visiting beautiful Highlands. Also highly recommend The Stubborn Bull and Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar for great food and atmosphere.
We enjoyed a quick weekend in Highlands. It was our first visit to the area. The house was well kept. Communication before arrival was excellent. And the house is only a short drive into town.
We had the best time here. The cottage is spacious, immaculate and well-equipped with essentials. It's close proximity to town (Highlands) was the icing on the cake!
Caroline is the most gracious and engaged host. We hope to return soon!
Dyan H.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Caroline Ragsdale
I grew up in Charleston SC, the #1 City in America (according to Travel & Leisure). I have lived here most of my life except for two years in high school at St. Mary's in Raleigh and college at the University of Georgia (Go DAWGS). After a career as an Interior Designer I switched professions and am now a Realtor. It was a natural transition and is really fun! In my several years of hosting I have enjoyed corresponding with many wonderful guests and hearing about the fun things that they did during their stays.
Why they chose this property
The first time I visited Highlands I knew that I wanted to have a place here someday. I had been looking for the perfect spot for several years. I knew that I wanted to be close to town but in a quiet setting with a mountain view. I loved that the house was newly renovated yet cozy. It has spaces for everyone to be together or have some relaxing alone time.
What makes this property unique
Some of my favorite features of this house are the fabulous master bath, cozy master bedroom with mountain views, kitchen with unique craftsman touches and of course the outdoor spaces to take advantage of the lovely weather in the summertime or warm up by the fire pit when the air turns chilly.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests