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The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC

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Living area
Dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
S$165
avg per night

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Glen Falls
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
The current price is S$165
avg per night

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About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a river. Osage Farm and Whistle Stop Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Highlands Biological Station and Black Rock Mountain State Park. Highlands Aerial Park and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Glen Falls - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Dry Falls - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC

We think you'll just love our oh-so comfortable and inviting guest suite. Tucked away beyond the back yard of the main house, The Zen Den is peaceful and quiet yet, just a few minutes drive to Main Street. Breathe in the cool mountain air and take time for yourself up in the meditation loft that looks out to serene pastoral and wilderness views. Plan an easy hike right from the cabin to 2 national forest trail heads or simply relax on your deck.

*** Pet friendly with prior approval.

Loma Linda Farm is up on a beautiful south facing hill at Highlands' cool elevation of 4118'.
Our animals are kept in designated areas and do not have access to The Zen Den cabin, yard or driveway. We ask that you please keep your dogs on a leash while outdoors on the farm and not interact with our animals directly unless escorted by the host.

WINTERTIME NOTE:
Please know that during the winter months, the mountain weather can get tricky with extreme cold, ice and snow storms. The power could go out and so could the internet.
And, if the driveway ices over, you may need to walk up the hill from the road to the cabin. The likelihood of any of this happening is pretty low but I don't want you to have any adverse surprises during your trip.
Thank you for your consideration to this and I do hope you decide to come on up and enjoy your time here in Highlands during our beautiful winter months!

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please contact host for approval prior to booking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
At check-out, please strip the bed, take away all the food that you have brought in with you and put away all of the kitchenware that you have used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
HOUSEKEEPING We expect that you'll appreciate and maintain the cabin in the same condition that you found it. Please enjoy our horses from a distance.
Please don't burn any candles, use scented sprays or cook foods with lingering aromas as our subsequent guests may be sensitive to these products.
At check-out, please strip the bed, take away all the food that you have brought in with you and put away all of the kitchenware that you have used.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC located?

Situated on a river, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Glen Falls. Highlands Country Club and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Zen Den Guest Suite on Loma Linda Farm Location and Comfort, Highlands, NC Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kindal B.

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

relaxing retreat

Beautiful property just outside of town. With the windows open, we could hear water flowing from a nearby creek. Comfortable, quiet and homey. Great price for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth v.

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

Den!another wonderful stay at the Zen

What a magical place this is, nestled amongst the forest canopy.....a lovely and quaint cabin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

john p.

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

Charming

Exactly as advertised, relaxing, quaint!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hal W.

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

Wonderful Retreat in the Mountains

We had a wonderful short stay at the Zen Den. It is a wonderful cozy property in the mountains with a beautiful view and surroundings. It was just as described and Linda was a great host!! The location was perfect for Highlands as well….just a short 8 minute drive from Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

robin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, but...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B., Gainesville, USA

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

Quaint cottage

We enjoyed our stay. It was quiet and we enjoyed being able to walk to Glen Falls. Not far from downtown, but it seemed so far away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Tranquil Retreat

We had a wonderful time staying at the Zen Den with our pups. It was so peaceful & has a nice long quiet road to walk the dog. The cabin has everything you need right in reach & a very comfortable bed. Linda is nearby & answers all your questions- a great host! Zen Den is a gem - close to hiking & town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth v.

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

Quiet & peaceful

What al lovely cottage nestled in the surrounding forests. The loft is a wonderful place for yoga/ meditation. A wonderful experience in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Work

we were in town for an art show. The cottage was close, clean and perfect for what we needed. The owner was very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clair T.

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

Great location, near downtown Highlands

This quirky little cabin fit our needs perfectly for a spur of the moment trip to the mountains. We liked the location - about 2 miles or so to the center of town. It was on the smaller side but great for 2 people and had everything we needed. Having horses on the property was a plus. We loved the natural, rural setting.

10/10 Excellent

Harold G.

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

July 2023

This is a lovely place to rest and recharge. Linda is a gracious hostess.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Great place to stay for a quick trip to the mountains.

We had a small window of opportunity for a trip to Highlands, NC. I found The Zen Den on VRBO and the description met what we needed. The owner gave perfect directions on how to get to our location (the gps would have never got us there) and had turned the heat on before our arrival. The place was very clean and comfortable. The cooking situation was very limited but for our short stay it was fine. For two people and a short stay the Zen Den was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage in lovely setting but a few problems. Cabin was musty and had spider webs, Main house had dogs that were confined to porch but barked incessantly when outside. Needs to have flood lighting for walking back to cottage at night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Javier C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Cabin on the Hill

A small but well equipped cabin at the end of a private road. A deck with table and chairs expands the living space. Very quiet location behind the owners house. There is a fenced in yard at this cabin perfect for a dog to explore. There is a barn and fenced area for the two horses. A large section of the pasture has reverted to natural plantings which attract a variety of birds. The road to the cabin runs along the pasture providing viewing and photographing opportunities. The host lives on the property and was very accommodating and knowledgeable about the area. We would stay at this location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Another wonderful stay at the Zen Den

This is my second time staying at Linda’s place and it was just perfect! So close to my favorite hiking spots , quick trip to town, cozy and peaceful, clean and well stocked…and a perfect setting to relax and enjoy all that Highlands has to offer . Thanks Linda!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Peaceful getaway

We had a lovely few days, winding down. The tiny but very cute cabin was perfect; rustic but warm and cozy. It was quiet and peaceful with plenty of walks in close proximity. The host was perfect and, though living very close by, was not at all intrusive. We would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Week end at the Zen Den

Our little week end stay in the zen den was lovely! It’s in a perfect location all snuggled up in the woods but yet close to town and restaurants etc It is very small but very cozy ❤️ Linda is a wonderful host and had everything we could have needed available to us. During our stay we had a key mishap and hated to bother Linda but she was most helpful and kind helping us out with that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karma M.

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

Lovely!

My husband & I have stayed at many places in Highlands. From cabins to hotels/Inns. The Zen Den was peaceful & cozy! We loved the location was close to town but the best thing was we could actually walk to Glen Falls which is one of our favorite hikes. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

Rustic, restful retreat

The cabin is adorable! While it is tiny, we were amazed at how everything we needed was there. The space is extremely functional and very comfortable. A great place for a weekend retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

M. Joy B.

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

Peaceful , great location ,everything done in excellence.

We felt like we were deep in the woods, yet just off the main road.So enjoyed breakfast on the porch,with the faint sound of Glen falls and horses meandering threw their field. Place was very clean. Owner was extreamely helpful. We would go back and definitely recommend to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

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

Very sweet cozy cottage tucked away on a hillside farm.

Beautiful simple cottage. Walking distance to Glen Falls hiking. Pet friendly. Loved being there. We’ll be back soon !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Perfect place in the mountains!

Great place to get away. Very peaceful and still close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Peaceful nature vibes

I stayed here for two nights and could not have been more satisfied. The location is amazing — right near a hiking trail to waterfalls — and the views on the property are incredible. It's also within a 5 minute drive to downtown highlands. The cabin had a quaint and cozy vibe and a cute little loft where I did some meditating. I highly recommend for anyone needing space to decompress, reflect, and be creative :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Y.

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

Quiet, clean, and comfy

The Zen Den is a lovely cabin, simple but with all the comforts of home. Close to Highlands center and to the beautiful scenery around the area, the cabin is compact and manageable for a getaway. It would even be perfect for one person who wants seclusion. If you have a dog, be sure to have a leash if s/he doesn’t listen well - ours doesn’t - as there are places to wander off to. Linda was also very gracious during a family episode, for which I was very thankful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021