Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail

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A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.
A glass door with a bear silhouette, leading to a wooden deck with chairs.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A staircase leading up to a house with a stone exterior and a wooden railing.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a large window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Biological Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Art Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the mountains. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain climbing nearby.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Biological Station - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Dry Falls - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Whiteside Mountain - 17 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail on 3 Nov 2026 start from £687, 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 Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Highlands Biological Station and Highlands Art Gallery. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed at this property several times over the years and it never disappoints. Close to town, but you still feel like you’re off the beaten path. Love how close it is to the Rhododendron trail and the Botanical Garden. The house is well equipped, clean and perfect for a family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
Thanks for the nice review Haley. I'm so glad you and your family enjoy coming back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific location. A spacious and beautifully decorated and provisioned home. thank you, Debbie. Your home made our long weekend in Highlands, NC special. Hope we can stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of quiet mountain beauty. Very convenient location. Home is great and will vacay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay!! The house was very comfortable with everything we needed and the location is great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, close to town, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin was clean and in a great location to trails or a walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is conveniently located. Everything was extremely clean. The house is well decorated with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house. Spacious and clean. Two comfortable bedrooms. Nice kitchen and living rooms. Attentive host . Easy in and eady out
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Our family had a great time at this property. We were impressed by the finishes and artistic decor. Our family hopes we can return for another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2020
Glad you had a good time and thank you for your kind words. Please come back again. Thanks, Debbie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a cute place!

We loved the house. The check in process was easy and simple. The house was so cute and was perfect for our weekend away for a wedding in Highlands. We had a fabulous stay, we wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful mountain home

Hidden mountain home in private setting with plenty of amenities for a comfortable escape.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot near the Rhododendron Trail

This is our third time staying at this property. Modern, clean and everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highlands stay

Family of 4 attending wedding Clear instructions about the house. Very comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place!

My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary with a trip to Highlands. This house was absolutely wonderful! Close to town and convenient but also had a secluded feel. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautifully kept home in a wonderful setting

The house is immaculately clean with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We loved the trail tips and instructions for the path into town. Very quiet setting that made for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the nice review. So glad you had a good and relaxing time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private, terrific sunsets

A really well done house. Enjoy terrific sunrises and sunsets. Very quiet.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic getaway experience

The home was fantastic. This is our second stay at this location. From the location in the trees right next to a hiking trail to having a fire each night in the wood burning fireplace this home is amazing. From check in to check out, everything was perfect:
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain House has it all

We have been to the highlands area many times and just loved Debbie’s house. It’s well laid out, very roomy, bright, super clean, great decor, well equipped with everything you need. The location was amazing - can walk to Town through the trails. The house info book was super helpful as were the many books on the area. Debbie was very responsive to our questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

This is a great house! Very clean, well appointed kitchen, plenty of space. There are lots of stairs and steep inclines if that’s a concern. The host was very communicative and accommodating. We had crummy weather so spent lots of time at the house, which ended up being great! I would stay here again for sure, with friends or family. A very quick drive to town and Highlands is wonderful as always. Our favorite meal was The Ruffed Grouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nearly perfect

Beautiful and beautifully-appointed house. Great location, tucked away but close to town and nearby hiking. Very well equipped. Would have given a 5 but we were required to take our garbage with us. But overall, a great house!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house in the woods!

We truly enjoyed staying at this property with my 2-year-old son and my friends! Beautiful occasion in the woods, with lots of little trails close by that allow you to easily get into town. The driveway was a bit hard for our Toyota Highlander front wheel drive, but still worth the stay! And it has a nice open living room dining room area-That was perfect for my 2-year-old to run around, and a large table so we could play board games at night! We would definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely home away from home!

We loved our stay at this fabulous mountain home! Lots of windows with plenty of natural light. No mountain views since the trees were fully leafed out, but the canopy was so pretty and we felt like we were in a tree house. Beautifully decorated, very clean, and a great kitchen. Debbie is a wonderful host, and check-in and out were a breeze. Great location and very close to Main Street. We struggled a bit in our Mercedes sedan (no 4WD) on the gravel roads and driveway, and the concrete slab "ramps" were a big help in getting up and down the driveway. Luckily, we had good weather during our stay; however, we're not sure we could've managed our comings and goings as well in inclement weather. Overall, a great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This house has everything!

My family (husband and children ages 13 and 11) recently stayed here over Spring Break. This house is even better than it appears in the photos. It is conveniently located just a short drive or hike to downtown. My husband and I enjoyed hiking the trail behind the house into town each morning for coffee at Buck's while our children slept late. The house is fully stocked with everything you might need during your stay including games, puzzles, skewers for s'mores, a fabulous porch to view the evening sunset, multiple books and hiking guides about the area, a dart board in the basement and a fully stocked kitchen. And the house is sparkling clean to boot! The owner, Debbie, was great to work with and provided us with all of the information we needed prior to our arrival. The hiking in the area is truly spectacular. Whiteside Mountain and Secret Falls were our favorites and are not to be missed! We also especially enjoyed Ugly Dog Pub for casual fare and a great selection of craft beer and Wolfgang's for a nice dinner. Both places featured local trout on their menus during our stay. We also spent some time in the Asheville/Hendersonville area and stopped at the Cashiers Farmers Market on the way back to Highlands. Their barbeque was excellent! We also picked up some of their frozen biscuits to make at the house. They were the best I have ever tasted! And for an unexpected treat, we spotted a bear cub wandering through the side yard of the house and down the driveway one morning. Don't wait....book this house now, you won't be sorry!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the kind review Maria. I’m glad you and your family had a good time. Please come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quick getaway

Great house in great location. The family really enjoyed the close by trails!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful home!

We had a great stay at Debbie’s property for our yearly Thanksgiving trip! The home was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. Perfect for myself, my husband, and parents. Just a short drive into town so it was perfect proximity for all there is to do. Only issue we ran into was that our Nissan Armada was far too large to be in that driveway or safely get out. There are two concrete slabs to help you get up the driveway but the top became slippery and difficult to maneuver once we got up there. The home was lovely and we would book again in a heartbeat but would bring a different vehicle next time for ease of use.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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