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Downtown Location is easily walkable to all Shopping and Dining Highlands has to offer. Enjoy Free Onsite Parking, a Welcome Basket with complimentary Beverages and snacks, Coffee Bar and Breakfast Essentials, This luxury townhome offers an unparalleled blend of high-end furnishings, premium finishes, and sophisticated design. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a home away from home, this inviting "nest" has everything you need for a relaxing stay.The townhome features two master suites, each with its own private bath, complete with Molton Brown toiletries for a touch of luxury. You'll also enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, and complimentary welcome amenities, including bottled water, wine, beer, soft drinks, cheese and crackers, and a delightful continental breakfast. The breakfast selection includes fresh coffee, orange juice, fruit, and muffins to start your day on a refreshing note.The spacious living room opens up to a Juliet balcony, offering views of South Fourth Street and Church Street. Located directly across from the renowned Four-Star Old Edwards Inn & Spa, and next door to the charming Highlands Gem Shop, this townhome is ideally situated for exploring the best of the area.After parking in your private on-site space, step out to discover the vibrant downtown Highlands. Enjoy the upscale boutiques, antique stores, art galleries, and a selection of 22 exceptional restaurants, many of which have earned Wine Spectator awards for gourmet dining. The town also offers a new Performing Arts Center and a variety of nightlife options—all just a short walk away.Welcome to the heart of Highlands, where luxury meets convenience at 205 S. 4th Street, Highlands, NC 28741.About pets:Pets allowed: limit 2 total.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.
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Located on the shore of Mirror Lake and just one mile from Main Street in Highlands is Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House. Our guest cottage is a cozy cottage that has been recently remodeled with all the amenities you need for your visit to Highlands. Our den features a wood burning fireplace with a gas starter. Our bedroom overlooks beautiful Mirror Lake with breath taking views. Our kitchen has a gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, china service for 6 and flatware service. Our cottage also comes complete with a washer/dryer. Flat screen televisions are located in the den and bedroom with cable service. Wifi is also in the house so you can stay plugged in if you like. Our cottage has a nice deck located on the side of the house with gas grill, outdoor seating and a small table. Our deck has beautiful views of Mirror Lake. All of this and just one mile from Main Street!About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Please park directly in front of cottage only..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.
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Escape to this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath Highlands cottage, just minutes from Main Street, Dry Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, across from the highly-rated On the Verandah restaurant on Lake Sequoyah, and less than 1,000 yards from a public canoe launch, this mountain retreat is perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a scenic getaway. Thoughtfully designed with unique wall art and paintingsCozy living area with a fireplace, perfect for chilly mountain evenings, a warm, inviting atmosphere to unwind after a day of exploring. The cottage features two charming bedrooms and two bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom offers a King bed, smart TV, and a detached full bathroom. Upstairs, the spacious suite includes a King bed, two Twin beds, a smart TV, and an en suite full bathroom. This layout is perfect for small groups, two couples, or families seeking comfort and privacy.Amenities: Our cozy cottage is designed for you to rest, relax, and recharge. Enjoy all the comforts of home, including 3 Smart TVs, Nest thermostats, a gas stove, full-size fridge, dishwasher, and fully stocked kitchen tools. Stay cozy with a one-button gas fireplace and take advantage of the full-size washer and dryer. Outside, unwind at the patio table with a 3-burner gas grill, perfect for outdoor dining.Location: We’re just 1.5 miles from town, meaning you can reach Main Street in under 5 minutes. Explore dozens of high-quality shops and restaurants, and enjoy seasonal festivals and concerts, all just moments from your doorstep!Safety: We have a circle driveway—please pull forward onto the street rather than backing out, as Highlands’ curved roads can create blind spots. To keep wildlife away, do not leave trash or food outside overnight. We’ve provided two bear-proof trash cans for your convenience.Pets: we welcome dogs, so your furry companion can enjoy the mountain getaway too! Please add them to the reservation.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total).Dog must be added to reservation ($150 fee / stay).About checkOut:Check out before 10:30 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 23.About events:No events allowed.
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With a stay at this cottage in Highlands (Mirror Lake), you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 3-minute drive from Bridal Veil Falls. This cottage is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which has a kitchen. There's a private patio. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a dryer and an iron/ironing board.
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With a stay at this cottage in Highlands, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. This cottage is 27.6 mi (44.4 km) from Lake Jocassee and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Highlands Biological Station. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills. Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen makes it easy to prepare your meals. Conveniences include a dryer and an iron/ironing board.
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Enjoy everything Highlands has to offer from this cozy cottage in the historic Mirror Lake neighborhood. Walk to the restaurants and shops downtown, gather around the outdoor fire pit, or just kick back and relax on the front porch. Newly renovated with a fully-appointed kitchen, luxurious bathroom, and comfortable furniture, you'll feel right at home after returning from a nearby hike. We provide everything you'll need for a memorable visit to Highlands!About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.
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With a stay at this chalet in Highlands, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. This chalet is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cullasaja River Gorge. Take in the views from a garden. A kitchen makes it easy to prepare your meals. A private bathroom with a bathtub or shower features complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a dryer and an iron/ironing board.
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Welcome home to The Fifth in downtown Highlands NC! From the moment you enter this stunning apartment, you will be surrounded by all the touches of a luxury hotel but with the space and privacy you want to enjoy your mountain getaway. You will be greeted by an open concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings in the kitchen, dining and living areas. The kitchen features quartz countertops, high end appliances, custom cabinetry including a wine cooler and a hand-built island with a butcher block top and seating for four. The dining area has a table with ample room for six. The living area has plenty of space to relax while reading a book or enjoying the game on the 65” television. The electric fireplace gives just the right touch of ambiance for a cool evening. The top-of-the-line sleeper sofa with air chamber and plush mattress give you space for two additional guests. And kids are always welcome at The Fifth; they even have their own loft space set up as a play area!Off the living area, you can take in the cool mountain breezes from the screened porch while sipping a glass of wine. It is the perfect place to spend an afternoon or evening. With two bedrooms featuring king sized beds and two full baths, this well-appointed apartment provides luxury bedding, Frette bath linens, and Molton Brown bath products. The bathrooms have heated flooring and towel bars along with custom vanities. The master bath has a walk-in glass enclosed shower with a rain head shower system. The second bath features a tiled shower with tub. Both bedrooms also have 65” televisions.The Fifth is located less than one block from Main Street where you can make the most of your stay as you walk to your favorite dining spot, boutique or stroll to the park to take in some live music on a Saturday evening. You will love staying in the heart of Highlands!Features:• 2 bedrooms - king beds, 65-inch tv's, closet with locking safe, attached bathrooms• 2 bathrooms - heated flooring, heated towel racks, Delta oversized shower heads• Queen sleeper sofa with hybrid mattress with air chamber so you cannot feel the bar• Frette sheets and towels• Fully equipped kitchen, wine cooler, Keurig, bar, fridge with ice and water door dispenser• Kids' loft area• 1200 square feet - open floor pan• Full size washer and dryer• Screened upper porch and street level lower porch with gliding rockers• Baby gate at top of stairs for safety• Dining table that seats 6• Island with 4 bar stools• Living room with electric fireplace and 65"TV• Work area desk• Luxury bathrobes• State of the art sprinkler systemACCEPTANCE OF RENTAL CONSTITUES ACCEPTANCE OF THESE ADDITIONAL TERMS:The unit contains a ladder to a loft area. You agree to use the ladder and loft at your own risk. Take extra care if you use the ladder to climb up to the loft or climb down from the loft. Do not permit children to use the loft or the ladder without the supervision of an adult. Owner disclaims any liability to the fullest extent of the law for use of the ladder or loft. Guests assume all responsibility for use of the ladder or loft by themselves or by their guests, including any children.Check out our sister property, The Shakespeare. Located less than a block from The Fifth, this gorgeous luxury 3 bedroom / 3 bath apartment is perfect for your visit to Highlands. https://www.vrbo.com/5328011?dateless=trueAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:All garbage must be placed in the bear proof trash can marked "The Fifth" outside and the lid firmly secured. $75 fine if a bear gets into the trash..Please do not remove bath robes, sheets or towels from the premises; take care to not stain linens. You will be charged for lost or damaged items..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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Kick back and relax in this calm, tasteful Highlands gem. Nestled in the Mirror Lake neighborhood among hemlocks, pines, rhododendrons and oaks, our cozy rental cottage has the best of all that Highlands, North Carolina has to offer. Newly renovated in 2022 with a screened-in porch and fire pit, this luxury cottage is the perfect spot for a getaway. Just a four minute drive to Main Street in downtown Highlands or walking distance through neighborhood streets and trails.Highlands Hytte is a beautifully renovated mountain cottage that has been transformed into a cozy, luxurious getaway. With spaces for indoor and outdoor living, this cottage is the perfect spot to pause, unplug and restore.// THE LOCATION //Highlands Hytte is perfectly situated in a central location—just a four minute drive from Main Street in downtown Highlands. There's also a trail to walk downtown! The cottage is nestled in Mirror Lake, a charming historic neighborhood. Take a short walk down to the lake, find a spot on a bench and unwind. // THE AREA //Highlands, North Carolina is one of best mountain destinations in the Southeast. Lined with fantastic shopping and dining, Main Street in downtown Highlands is purely quintessential. Previously just a summer and fall vacation spot, Highlands is quickly becoming a year-round destination. At 4118' elevation, Highlands is consistently 15-20 degrees cooler than many of the surrounding large cities. It's also one of the few temperate rain forests in North America, drawing nature lovers from all over the world. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, Highlands offers an abundance of opportunities for hiking, biking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding and ziplining—all with a beautiful backdrop of waterfalls, mountains and nature.// THE PROPERTY //The cottage is nestled within a grove of other quaint cabins in an easily accessible neighborhood in Highlands. Tucked among hemlocks, pines, rhododendrons and oaks, a private yard features a fire pit with four adirondack chairs. The screened-in porch off the back of the house also offers the opportunity to breathe in fresh mountain air. The side patio offers al-fresco dining and a grill.// THE COTTAGE //Highlands Hytte was recently renovated in 2022, still maintaining authentic, rustic charm with lush amenities:- Living room with Samsung Frame TV and wood-burning stove (perfect for game nights, wine nights, movies by the fire or just taking a few deep breaths).- High-speed WiFi.- Open-concept floor plan with natural light flooding in throughout.- Fully stocked kitchen with farmhouse sink and paneled fridge.- Eat-in dining area with counter seating and hidden table option.- Wet bar stocked with wine glasses and a beverage cooler.- Multiple grills available for use, including Komado Joe Jr.- Variety of board games, puzzles and books provided.- Two bedrooms designed for your comfort.- Primary bedroom with queen bed, screened-in porch access and en suite bathroom with double vanities, as well as a tub and shower combo.- Second bedroom with queen bed, closet and single-vanity bathroom with shower.- Cozy loft with twin beds to fit two additional guests.- Both bathrooms equipped with shampoo, conditioner, body wash and Weezie makeup towels.- Travel crib and portable high chair available for families.- S'mores ingredients and plenty of wood provided to make a fire.With large outdoor living spaces and cozy, comfortable indoor living spaces, you'll quickly find Highlands Hytte to be a home away from home.// THE DETAILS //Parking is available for two cars directly next to and across the street from the cottage. Additionally, while each entrance requires a 2-5 step climb, the home is entirely one level with the exception of the loft space accessible by ladder.We've fallen in love with Highlands and know you will too. For each of our guests, we are happy to provide some of our favorite local recommendations, so you can make the most of your stay.About pets:No pets allowed, service animals permitted.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 26.About events:No events allowed.
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With a stay at this cottage in Highlands (Mirror Lake), you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 2-minute drive from Bridal Veil Falls. This cottage is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which has a kitchen.
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