Bear Necessities | Private Wooded Retreat with Hot Tub, Pool Table & Ping Pong Table

Bear Necessities

This is a pet friendly home for one small dog, under 20 pounds. Pets must be pre-approved. An additional non-refundable pet fee is required and is not included in the rental fee. Please call our office for approval and to pay the pet  fee. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in a $500.00 fine.

Only adults (25 years old and older) may reserve this property and an adult must occupy the property at all times.

This home has exterior cameras for security purposes.

Nestled on a mountain top in Highlands, NC, the “Bear Necessities” of life is here for you!  This private wooded retreat has everything needed for a fantastic getaway, including a large, screened-in porch for those days you prefer to listen to the wind in the trees, a hot tub to soothe the muscles after a long hike, a game room for family entertainment, and a wood-burning fire place to enjoy some s’mores or a glass of your favorite wine.

Bear Necessities puts you in a prime location for all Highlands has to offer!  It is walking distance from the new Skyline Lodge, featuring outdoor firepits, coffee bar, and Oak Steakhouse.  It is a 10-minutes drive from downtown Highlands, and a 10-minute drive to Whiteside Mountain (one of the best hikes in the area).

This  beautifully decorated home features a great room with Smart TV and wood-burning fireplace, a huge wrap-around, screened-in porch with string lighting, outdoor seating area for 8 with an outdoor dining table for 10.

Perfect for families or couples traveling together, this home has a Main Level King Master with private bathroom (walk-in shower and free-standing tub), a main Level Full Bedroom with black-out curtains, Lower level queen bedroom with 42 inch TV and a Second Floor King Master with private bathroom (walk-in shower) and ample living space.

Cancellation Policy

Policy (A)  for reservations less than 20 days:
A reservation canceled between 0-45 days prior to arrival is not eligible to receive a refund. If more than 45 days notice is given, the renter shall receive a refund of all payments made, less a cancellation fee of 10% of the Total Cost of the Reservation.

Policy (B) for reservations of 20 days or more and reservations made 6 months in advance:
NO refund is given unless the property is re-rented under the same terms.

Special Amenities:

Game room with pool table and ping-pong table
Two-car garage and parking for up 6 cars
Walking distance to Skyline Lodge & Oak Steakhouse
10 minute drive to downtown Highlands, 20 minute drive to downtown Cashiers

This home is professionally managed by Rent in Highlands, a division of Country Club Properties. Your premier source for Highlands Vacation Rentals.