Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street - Highlands

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Highlands, NC on Secluded Ridge in Mirror Lake Neighborhood - Yet In Town

32' Living Porch and Deck with Gas Grill Enjoys 6.5 Acres of Enchanted Forest

Such Peace - Double Chaise Offers Perfect Enjoyment of Hummingbirds and Others

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer

Explore the area

Highlands, NC

Bridal Veil Falls
‪3 min drive‬
Dry Falls
‪5 min drive‬
Highlands Country Club
‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street

Welcome to a place of enchantment. This unique cottage, a blend of the Old and the New offers the bliss of the mountains yet all the modern day essentials. Nestled on a ridge in the in-town Mirror Lake Neighborhood, it overlooks 6.5 Acres of wooded privacy from a wonderful 32 foot Living Porch (2/3 covered) with the enjoyment of Humming Birds, Owls, Starry Nights, and Total Peace. A fenced rear yard opens off the porch. It is an easy walk to Mirror Lake and just minutes away from downtown Main Street and all Highlands has to offer.

The Absolutely Divine Master Bedroom with Cathedral Ceilings is separately located upstairs encompassing an incredible vista and wintertime mountain view. We added an "Fabulous New Sky-Deck" right off the Master Bedroom this year. It is the cat's Meow !! The Master Bath with jetted tub is like being in the woods. The Guest Bedroom with Extra Length Twin Beds (which may be joined to make a King) and second Bath, are privately located on the Main Floor. A Charming Music Room, for those who love Piano, is a wonderful retreat also allowing space for additional sleeping (Coleman Mattress) and offers an adjacent Half Bath.

On those chilly evenings the wood burning stone fireplace adds the final touch of what we most seem to enjoy in our mountains. Welcome home !!

**House will be Closed and Winterized for December through March. We will accept reservations for 2022 beginning 1/01/2022.

Disclosure: Owner is a licensed Real Estate Broker in North Carolina and Georgia acting as Principal.

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Property manager

June Hollis Wise

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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Pretty wooded views from main level deck

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Non-Refundable Pet Fee ($100 per pet)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1) Put Trash out ONLY AM Mon & Thurs 2) When departing, please turn out all lights, leave all keys inside except lockbox key, & NO Appliances running

Due to the COVID, hand sanitizer is supplied. Please bring your own face coverings, as some establishments are requesting but not requiring them.

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cottage is in the city centre. Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Aerial Park. Andy's Trout Farm and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Highlands, NC

What's nearby

Bridal Veil Falls - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Cullasaja River Gorge - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Dry Falls - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Highlands Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Old Edwards Club - 14 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬4 min drive
‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬12 min drive
‪Old Edwards Club - ‬14 min drive
‪Rib Shack - ‬4 min drive
‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

22 Jan, 2025

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

Fairytale cottage

Beautiful in the woods fairytail cabin. We loved our host June! Lovely to work with!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

22 Jul, 2024

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

Solitude

Totally relaxing stay at this cabin. Very secluded but still very close to town. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Majorie B.

25 Oct, 2019

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

Great stay

Wonderful house, very comfortable.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hiram H.

31 Jul, 2024

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

Great location

Nice neighborhood for walking. The house was as described. Perfect for the 2 of us.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay G.

17 Jun, 2024

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

Charming cabin with beautiful updates

We loved being in a secluded cabin so close to town. Watching the birds and mountain wildlife made for great wine/coffee time entertainment. Hope to come back soon.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

11 Apr, 2024

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

Idyllic retreat

We loved our honeymoon here at mirror lake. The property was private and fully equipped for staying in a cooking to your hearts content. Specially loved all of that took us to some amazing places in Highlands.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy A.

10 Jul, 2024

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

Charming cabin

The property was just as described and suited as perfectly. We loved her outdoor space the most, and the host did a great job of providing us with information about the area, restaurants and things to do. I would definitely recommend this cabin. It was very clean also.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isa V.

3 Jul, 2024

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

A place for nature lovers.

We loved being on top of the mountain, surrounded be trees. The house was nicely furnished with a personal touch. The bedroom was spectacular. June was always available when we needed her. We would certainly stay there again.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita P.

28 Nov, 2021

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

Great stay

The cabin was more beautiful and unique than in the pictures. The property owner was a complete gem, available and accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toby B.

2 Nov, 2023

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

Quaint and quiet

Fantastic porch views of the wonderful forest. Awesome bedroom views as well. June is a sweet host!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

21 Aug, 2021

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

Wonderful cottage

We loved our week at this wonderful cottage! It has all of the atmosphere of a traditional Highlands cabin but cleverly updated.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Esther D.

5 Oct, 2019

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

Peace in the Woods

Charming cabin, close to Highlands. Main bedroom to die for. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

27 Nov, 2023

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

Great Cottage

My wife and I travel to Highlands about four times a year and this was our first visit to this nice cottage. The neighborhood is excellent for walks and access to town. The wood burning fireplace was an extra bonus on cooler evenings. We definitely plan to return here!!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

george J.

30 Jul, 2023

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

Summer home

Classic old Highlands summer home with nice new master bedroom upstairs

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

7 Sept, 2021

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

Cozy cottage in the trees

Very clean quiet property with a nice deck. Great small kitchen for cooking and a lovely bathtub.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

24 Jul, 2023

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

As good as I remembered

This is my second time staying at this wonderful property. The cabin is cozy and well appointed. Great location! It is easy to get downtown. It has a great deck and a nice fenced yard for the dog. I will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

2 Jun, 2023

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

Idyllic retreat!

This was our second stay. The first stay was for a week with family and we enjoyed the property immensely. It has everytng you need . This time it was just my wife and I and it was just as special. We hope to stay there many times in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Christine T.

11 Oct, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We had a very nice time. My only regreat is that I thought it was closer to downtown Highlands.

Very nice!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

4 Sept, 2022

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

Close to town

Very nice.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

27 Nov, 2021

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

Pre-Thanksgiving Get Away

Charming and well appointed cottage. The view from the upstairs bedroom is amazing. The location is perfect with easy access to Downtown Highlands, restaurants and hiking trails. If traveling with a pet, a small fenced backyard is a nice surprise.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

28 Jun, 2022

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

Peaceful fairytale cottage getaway

The cottage is so completely charming and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The beautiful trees surrounding the decks gave beauty and relaxation while enjoying our tea. The cottage is a short drive to Main Street highlands and multiple waterfall hikes which we enjoyed thoroughly. June was wonderful and so gracious. Our entire family loved staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Kay T.

6 Jul, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good location but house needs refurbishing!

Good location but needs to be updated. Everything inside looks as if it came from a thrift store. Porch needs pressure washing and new furniture!! If it is ti be rented, something needs to be done!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris k.

11 Sept, 2022

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

Heavenly

Had the best time , the cottage was so homey and warm , and had everything you ever could have needed, the property manager June was amazing!! She is the epitome of southern hospitality!! A truly wonderful experience 👍

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M., Nashville, TN, USA

21 Oct, 2023

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

Great cabin on Mirror Lake

This was our third time at this property. The house is very cozy with a great Mirror Lake location. Mirror Lake is a great area for walking around, and it is five minutes from downtown Highlands.The music room is a wonderful plus. The upstairs master suite is like being in a treehouse with the floor to ceiling windows overlooking the gorgeous woodlands.We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

3 Dec, 2019

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

Cozy retreat, excellent host

Wonderful retreat for two, romantic master bedroom with cozy sweet views. The host, Ms June, is awesome with communication, incredibly personable with guests. Our experience was top notch A+++! Thanks June!! :)

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019