Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a ceiling fan. There is a sofa and a coffee table in the center, with a rug on the floor.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wooden floor, and a large island.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, and a window with a view.
A front door with a glass panel, a mailbox, and a sign that reads "Hendrick."
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Pickleball on-site
    A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 83 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Art Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Biological Station
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly

Welcome to Hemlock Loft, a refined Highlands retreat designed for comfort, connection, and effortless mountain living. This second-floor loft features a spacious open floor plan with inviting interiors, a cozy gas fireplace, a 50-inch TV, and a dining area for six—ideal for relaxed family dinners, wine tastings, movie nights, or evenings spent gathered over games. The well-appointed kitchen is fully equipped for everything from easy takeout to a holiday meal.

After a day exploring Highlands, retreat to thoughtfully appointed sleeping spaces designed for true rest and relaxation. Two king bedrooms and a four-bed bunk room feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses, high-count luxury sheets, and memory foam pillows, creating an elevated stay whether you are in town for an event, a mountain adventure, or a leisurely walk through town.

The location offers the best of Highlands within easy reach. Hemlock Loft is just one block from the Performing Arts Center for live performances, movies, and concerts; two blocks from Kelsey-Hutchinson Park, home to seasonal concerts, arts and crafts shows, and farmers markets; and three blocks from the restaurants, shops, and galleries of downtown Main Street.

Guests also enjoy convenient access to the Highlands Rec Center next door, where daily or weekly passes provide use of the pool, pickleball and tennis courts, and fitness facility. The rec center grounds also include a playground, skateboard park, and dog park.

Hemlock Loft welcomes up to two dogs per stay with a required $250 pet fee. Additional conveniences include a private entrance, designated parking for three vehicles, and a Weber gas grill for easy evenings at home.

Luxury Features & Amenities Include:
1,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space
Open-concept layout with stylish, comfortable interiors
Tempur-Pedic mattresses for an elevated night’s sleep
Oversized heavyweight 100% HygroCotton towels
Luxury cotton bedding
Gilchrist & Soames BeeKind bath amenities
Cozy gas fireplace
High-speed WiFi
Streaming YouTube TV
Flat-screen TVs in the living room and all bedrooms
KitchenAid appliances
Cuisinart drip coffee maker
Keurig coffee maker
Laundry area with full-size washer and dryer

Highlands is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. With an abundance of opportunities for biking, hiking, horseback riding, tubing, canoeing, fly fishing, and whitewater rafting, adventure-seekers will not find a more beautiful backdrop. At 4,118 feet, it’s one of the few temperate rain forests in North America, bringing botanists and nature lovers from all over the world.
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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
This is a 2nd floor loft, stairs to enter
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
First, thanks for staying with us!!! Hope to see you again, Melle PLEASE see the check-out info in the house manual if you have any questions, text me Check out by 10:00 AM
Please place bagged trash into the bear proof garbage cans and make sure the lid is secure. Just text me if the cans are full. Load and start the dishwasher
Set HVAC -summer 78/AC Fan Auto, winter 65 lock all windows and doors THANK YOU!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2769031vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the mountains. Old Edwards Club and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Highlands Biological Station. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking and cycling nearby.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Highlands Biological Station - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Klapdohr - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly on 6 Jan 2027 start from £1,021, 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 at Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to MainSt. Downtown Highlands. Great Guest Reviews! Sleeps 8 & dog friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Dog Park. Highlands Art Gallery and Highlands Playhouse are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Melle McCafferty

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We are available by phone or text for any questions and guest assistance during your stay.

Why they chose this property

Our location is an easy 3 block walk to Main Street. Super convenient for dining, shopping and some hikes are within walking distance from town. Many family friendly hikes accessible from town.

What makes this property unique

The location provides easy access to downtown Highlands, 3 blocks from Old Edwards Inn, great for wedding guests being next to the rec center with a playground, dog park and fitness activities. Guest love the Tempur-Pedic bedding and the contemporary, open floor plan accommodates family activities.

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