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Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!

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Exterior
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!

Welcome to the Author’s Cottage! Located on the scenic Route 64, our home is across the street from the classic fine dining restaurant "On the Verandah" which sits on the beautiful Lake Sequoia. Our cottage is ideal for those who want to be close to town with a quick 3 minute drive to Main Street, but also only 1 mile away from Dry Falls, and many other surrounding hiking trails and waterfalls to choose from.

Space: The cottage has two charming bedrooms and two bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom has a King Bed, a smart TV, and a detached full bathroom. The upstairs suite has a King Bed, 2 Twin Beds, a smart TV, and an en suite full bathroom. Our layout works well for a small group of friends, two couples, or small families.

Amenities: Our space is a place to rest, relax, and reset from your busy life. This cozy cottage provides all the comforts of home with 3 Smart TVs, Nest Thermostats, Gas Stove, Full-Size Fridge and Dishwasher, Kitchen Tools, a 1-button Gas Fireplace, full size washer and dryer, and a patio table with a 3 burner gas grill.

Property manager

Andreea Geanta

Languages

English, Romanian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Living plant wall
  • Unit size: 1,180 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Dry Falls - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 4 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Cullasaja River Gorge and Dry Falls are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

L Glen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal mountain cottage
Well located Highlands cottage; tastefully rustic without being kitchy. Suited our needs (2 couples for weekend) perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Break
We enjoyed our stay very much. The cottage was everything advertised. The downstairs bedroom is cooler than upstairs but probable only applies in the peak summer months. The only downside is there is really nowhere to walk your dog. And you have to be on your game when exiting the driveway. But overall we would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gale P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highland getaway
This property was perfect for our two day jaunt. For two adults, who didn't want to drive far at night for dinners, the location was perfect. It is close to town, Bridal Fall, Dry Falls, and not too far from Secret Falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
Cozy with so much charm. The location was great. Loved being able to walk across the street to On the Veranda restaurant. Delicious dinner with a killer view! The property was as described, very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

alanna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great two bedroom home
I wish we could've stayed longer. It was a great place. Did not get to spend much time there, as we had a reunion up the hill a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven p., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
just right
this is a very good place to stay. Convenient to all the things in downtown Highlands, nice furnished home, good kitchen, comfortable beds, and 2 modern bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Trip Convenience
Walking distance to On the Verandah restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan G., Palmetto

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home
Enjoyed Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlands stay
Loved the house! Very nicely kept. A bit of road noise, but a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in Highlands!
Located less than two miles from town, the cabin is also directly across the street from, as a chef what I consider the finest restaurant in Highlands-On the Veranda!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed and more
Place was lovely, well designed space and all was wonderful. Excellent location We will return ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Retreat
Great location to waterfalls and downtown Highland. Very cozy cabin with a view of Lake Sequoyah. Has all the amenities that you would ever need for a great stay. Extremely easy check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie M., Greeneville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Birthday Weekend!
Everything was wonderful and the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly As Described
We stayed two nights and enjoyed every moment. It was close to downtown Highlands ( as well as Cashiers and other points of interest). The home was clean and well maintained. The backyard light bulbs were not working, but we had flashlights so we could take our pups outside. We would definitely stay here again (and we were not bothered by restaurant or road noise).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and amenities
Bedrooms very comfortable, plenty of storage space, excellently appointed kitchen. The photos of the upstairs bedroom do not do it justice! It was beautiful! There is no dining area other than stools at the kitchen bar. The location is 5 minutes drive from town and 10 min to hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient Stay!
We had a great stay here with 3 adults and 2 children (ages 3 and 5). The location was great...very close to town. Just know that it is on a MAIN road. Very, very close to the road. It might be better to stay here with adults or older children just because I was nervous about my kids getting out without me knowing and possibly getting into that road. So great, convenient place. Just know you are truly right on a main road with lots of traffic. Also, very easy, convenient check in and check out!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ron L.

No view, all rocks.
While listed as pet friendly, there was was only minimal area for our dog to potty. It was all rocks. Close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Garry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Highlands NC Cottage
Our ratings are mixed. Depending on what you are looking for this could be very good or not so good. Location’s proximity to downtown Highlands & Veranda Restaurant are great. Cottage was clean and cozy place for 2 people. TV’s were limited on traditional channel options and not a lot of guidance provided on how to operate the the TV’s. You just need to be ok with a Location that is right on a heavily traveled road creating a lot of road noise all day and night making it a challenge to sleep at certain times, and Restaurant workers around 11:30pm to midnight could be quite loud in the parking lot. As for a pet, not a lot of space to walk your pet. Just need to know that ahead of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cooper stay
So happy to find a rental that allows a dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Highlands Home
We truly enjoyed our stay at this home in Highlands It is very conveniently located to everything in this darling town. We particularly liked that we didn’t have to climb steep, one lane roads to get to the house! Coming from flat Florida this was a plus!! We had some confusion about the fact that we were bringing our Havanese with us, but I will know next time to spell it out! Somehow I did not see where I was supposed to note that on our reservation. We loved the restaurant that is right across the street. The view of the river from its back porch dining room is just beautiful!! And the food and service were top notch! We look forward to returning to this house and Highlands in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful stay
The house was great and in an excellent location. Check in and check out was sos imple. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highland’s escape
Nice place, very clean and well appointed. Perfect for our getaway with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rusty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value
Great location. The house was just perfect for our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlands Gem
Great house convenient to Highlands. Lots of space in bedrooms and baths. Great location. Very clean and had everything that we needed. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023