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Luxury mountain manor w/outdoor living, fire pit

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Modern house surrounded by trees with a wooden bridge over a pond
A cozy living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. Large windows offer views of a snowy landscape.
Rustic dining area with woven chairs and a stone fireplace in the background.
Cozy bedroom with rustic wood walls and a comfortable bed accented by green pillows.
Relax on the screened porch with comfortable seating and forest views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Biological Station
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Luxury mountain manor w/outdoor living, fire pit

The Space:

Morning light filters through the forest canopy as you step onto the front porch swing, coffee in hand, while the creek below murmurs toward the private pond. In the evening the scent of pine mingles with the crackle of the fire‑pit, inviting you to roast s’mores and share stories under a sky full of stars. Inside, the scent of fresh‑baked pastries drifts from a fully stocked kitchen where every utensil you might need awaits. Every room opens onto sweeping forest views, creating a seamless blend of indoor comfort and outdoor wonder.



Sleeping arrangements

- Master bedroom on the main floor: King Bed, en‑suite bathroom with deep soaking tub, smart TV, forest view.

- Third‑floor queen bedroom: Queen Bed, private en‑suite bathroom, walk‑in closet, private balcony, smart TV.

- Third‑floor queen bedroom with extra nook: Queen Bed, en‑suite bathroom, smart TV, additional twin‑size nook for a child’s bed or sitting area, walk‑in closet.

- Third‑floor queen bedroom: Queen Bed, en‑suite bathroom, smart TV.

- First‑floor queen bedroom: Queen Bed, smart TV.

- Bonus sleeping area on the first floor: Twin trundle bed, shared full bathroom, 65‑inch smart TV.

Total beds: 1 King, 3 Queens, 5 Twins – comfortably accommodates up to eight guests.



Indoor living

Multiple living rooms span three levels, each equipped with a 65‑inch smart TV. A cozy indoor gas fireplace anchors the main floor sitting room. An office nook provides a quiet workspace, while a screened porch and sunroom invite you to read or simply watch the forest sway. Central air, heat, and two mini‑splits keep the temperature just right year‑round.



Outdoor living

A covered pavilion with an oversized wood‑burning fireplace is currently under renovation and not available for use. The patio remains fully functional, featuring super‑comfy couches, captain’s chairs, and a 16‑person dining table. A separate fire‑pit sits nearby for s’mores. Two creeks merge into a private pond on the two‑acre grounds, offering opportunities for salamander spotting, birdwatching, and gentle exploration. A BBQ grill and additional outdoor seating complete the setting.



Kitchen & dining

The kitchen includes every appliance and cooking utensil you could desire, a coffee bar stocked with Starbucks drip coffee, a mixology bar, and kid‑friendly plates and cups. A breakfast bar seats three, while a formal dining room inside seats eight. Outdoor dining accommodates sixteen guests around the pavilion table.



Neighborhood

Just a two‑minute drive to Blue Bike Café for a spectacular breakfast, and two minutes to Main Street’s finest restaurants, boutique shops, and wedding venues such as Old Edwards, The Farm, and The Hutchinson House. The location offers easy access to local attractions while preserving a secluded mountain retreat feel.



Pet policy

Dogs under 20 lb are welcome with written approval and a $250 fee per pet (maximum two). Service animals are exempt from this fee. Cats are not permitted under any circumstances.



Guest guidelines

- Keep all food locked inside the home and use bear‑proof trash cans; unsecured bins can result in a $1,000 fine.

- No smoking or vaping indoors or near open windows.

- Quiet hours are 10 PM – 8 AM; no parties with outside guests.

- Maximum occupancy is eight guests; no more than ten cars may be on the property at once.

- The outdoor fireplace is currently unavailable.



Enjoy a worry‑free stay with high‑speed internet, professional management, and meticulous cleaning standards that prioritize your peace of mind.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check-in time is 4pm. Checkout time is 10am. Please make sure you are out on-time. Otherwise we have to pass on the fees we receive from housekee...

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2592731vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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 cabin is near theme parks. Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain climbing.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Biological Station - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Highlands Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sunset Rock - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain retreat w/pond, fire pit & patio pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Mountain retreat w/pond, fire pit & patio?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain retreat w/pond, fire pit & patio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain retreat w/pond, fire pit & patio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain retreat w/pond, fire pit & patio located?

This family-friendly Highlands cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station. Ravenel Park and Cullasaja River Gorge 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. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and great space for our family!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely first trip to highlands made even better by this well stocked and massive home! We were two families with 4 kids 4-9 years old and they loved all the different areas to play inside and out! The host was incredibly communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well stocked house in great location. We enjoyed the firepit and the gas fireplace during our stay. Host responded quickly to any concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here! The house was so clean and inviting upon our arrival and the owners were very responsive to any questions. A family favorite was the outdoor fireplace, it was so cozy. The short drive downtown was also a nice perk. We are definitely hoping to come back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK C.

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

Family weekend getaway

Perfect family getaway
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, close to downtown highlands without feeling like it. The house was wonderful, cozy, clean, plenty of space for 3 families with kids. Lots of room outdoors for everyone to enjoy. The kitchen was very well stocked. Communication with the renter was easy ans they were very responsive. The local property manager was very helpful and even found my son's shoe we left and mailed it to me. Would 100% recommend and we will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Highlands Hideaway

Spacious home with great location and well appointed kitchen. Highly recommend for future stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra C.

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

A great house

We loved our time at this house. It was super comfortable and clean, fully stocked with a great layout for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review! So glad you had a wonderful time, and found that the home had everything you need. We would love to have you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LISA B.

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

Made our Christmas!

We had a wonderful time, house was very well stocked with anything and everything you need. Very clean and spacious. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Beautiful forest setting

The home is gorgeous and appointed with absolutely everything we needed and wanted. It was our first visit to Highlands, and this house was a luxurious home base from which to explore. We loved our stay and hope to visit again in spring to see the rhododendrons.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera J.

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

Amazing!

Absolutely beautiful home, immaculate, and super comfortable- loved all the seating areas inside & out-we had a wonderful visit & cannot wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tinsley P.

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

The best!!

We had the BEST week at this house!! The property was absolutely incredible!! Well stocked, the comfiest beds, the cleanest house, the best amenities, and overall the greatest experience with a rental! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

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

The perfect mountain retreat!

We had such a wonderful time in Highland NC & this house was a large part of that. It was a comfortable & functional home with lots of places to gather & enjoy each others company. We would definitely rent this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec, 2023
Thank you for your review, Taylor! So glad you enjoyed the home and found it comfortable and functional. We would love to have you back again anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

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

Oldies Family Reunion

Our group of “Oldies” totally enjoyed our stay. Not only is the property beautiful, but it is well stocked. The drive to downtown is less than two minutes which is extremely convenient. Thank you for a lovely time in Highlands.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Highlands beautiful home

The home, grounds and location were all superb. We could easily cook, play games and relax. Plenty of space for everyone! The management were very attentive to all of our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review! So glad you enjoyed the home. We would love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

July 2024

We had the best time at the cutest house!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calynne and Louis H.

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

Wonderful house and great location!

The house and property you are located just minutes from downtown Highlands and easy drive to Cashiers in surrounding areas. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need for preparing mealsand there’s plenty of space for everyone to spread out in the remaining part of the house. The linens and towels are all very nice and the decor is very updated. we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Heaven

Most beautiful house and property in Highlands. Thank you for sharing your home. Everything was just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Aww, thank you for the fabulous review! We think it is too. :) So glad you had a great time. Would love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Highlands fun

Quick visit to Highlands. House is super close to shops and dining. Very large home. Well equipped kitchen. Beautiful decor. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jenny k.

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

Definitely going back

This was the best property we have ever stayed at. It felt like a home with so many little touches that made a huge difference- extra blankets, spices, a great coffee maker, lots of rooms to hang out in. The home is gorgeous, has something for everyone, and the communication was excellent. We are already trying to figure out when we can . go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea K.

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

Absolutely gorgeous home and property

Such a beautiful and peaceful place. The home is exquisite and had everything we could possibly need for a comfortable stay. No detail was overlooked-truly a stunning and welcoming home. We greatly enjoyed hearing the stream while sitting on the porch and my toddler loved feeding the fish and exploring this beautiful property. We were happy staying in, but the home is very conveniently located to town. Already planning our next stay. Thank you for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your kind words! It sounds like you had a lovely stay at the home and enjoyed all of its amenities. It's great to hear that you had fun exploring the property and feeding the fish! The home really is a great place to get back in touch with nature. We would love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery M.

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

Back to Highlands

We recently sold our family vacation home in Highlands that we had for about 50 years. We were scouting for a property that would work even when we had a larger family gathering. Just 5 of us went up and every single individual just loved this property. The house is very large with beautiful rustic decor. The multiple bedrooms across three separate floors affords great privacy. The kitchen and laundry were incredibly stocked well beyond anything we've seen at this type rental. Great outdoor covered area with stone fireplace that can accomodate 10-15 people easily. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sassan s.

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

Great nature

Beautiful house with lots of room. For large families I would recommend to provide more shampoo and cleaning supplies. I would also recommend to provide more cleaning for those guest that bring pet. We experienced lots of dog hair all over 1st floor
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct, 2022
Hi Sussan, Thank you so much for being our guest. We appreciate your feedback. We have steam cleaners scheduled this week. Unfortunately, they couldn't make it prior to your arrival due to back-to-back stays. Wish we knew about it during your stay, we would have had the housekeepers come back. Thanks again for the feedback. Have a wonderful holiday season!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Amazing getaway!

We had such a wonderful experience with this property! Before arrival our questions were all answered very quickly, and the house was beautiful. It was stocked with everything we could ever need, and then some! The house felt very clean, except for animal hair on some of the rugs but we live with animals so it didn’t bother us. I’m only mentioning to justify my 4 out of 5 stars. My family consists of my husband and I and our 3 little kids, and my mom and dad were with us as well. There was plenty of space for all of us, a wonderful little nook for my two older kids to sleep in, and lots of games for us to play on rainy days! Overall I can’t say enough great things about the property and the entire process!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

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