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Storybook Cottage 5 Minutes from Town with Private Dock with Kayaks, EV Charger

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Living Area
Great room fireplace as featured in Cottage Journal magazine, Winter 2017.
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Country Club
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Basement Recreation Room.

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2:

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3:

2 Single Beds

Bedroom Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Storybook Cottage 5 Minutes from Town with Private Dock with Kayaks, EV Charger

Roostica Cottage was recently featured in Cottage Journal magazine. But it’s not just good looking. Whether you crave outdoor activity, a low key retreat, or first class shopping and dining, Roostica offers it all.

Renovated and designer appointed, our storybook cottage hosts a group as easily as a romantic getaway for two.

The amenities begin outside where a circular driveway accommodates several cars. The garage offers a 240 volt outlet for electric vehicle charging and a flagstone walk provides easy access to the front door. The vaulted great room is just one step up. Here a large gas fireplace and designer decor welcome you in. Large windows provide wooded views of Lake Sequoyah, the biggest lake in Highlands.

Prefer fresh air? Step into the adjacent screened-in veranda. Here, overstuffed wicker and a wood burning fireplace beckon, especially nice for winter days or cool summer nights. There’s also a daybed for napping, a table for alfresco dining, plus that wonderful wooded, water view.

Back inside, the den offers a wood burning fireplace, WiFi, flatscreen TV with streaming and cable, and a fully equipped kitchen that opens into the living area (so the cook can be part of the fun). Keurig coffee makers in the kitchen and master bedroom offer starter pods and creamers. There is also a basket drip coffee maker and a french press if you prefer. You also have a choice of dining locations: sit 3 at the island, 4 on the veranda or 8 in the great room.

Don’t feel like cooking? You can walk, or kayak, to the elegant “On the Veranda” restaurant—5 minutes on foot—or make reservations on Main St., a 4 minute drive.

Finally, after a day of shopping, dining, exploring nearby waterfalls and other nature activities, retire to one of Roostica’s three bedrooms—all with private baths.

The upstairs master offers a king bed with fireplace, sitting area, flatscreen TV, private coffee station and wooded, lake view.

For those who appreciate easy access, two main floor suites—one with two twin beds, the other with a queen—await only one step up from the driveway.

The lower floor offers cable TV, foosball, and other table games like ping pong. You’ll also find board games, books, puzzles, and more. With a twin size daybed and twin trundle that makes up into a king, plus the basement half bath (not yet renovated), this area is suited for young teens or children, with the added bonus of a full size washer and dryer for mom and dad.

Outside, a path winds gently through the backyard & across the road to a private dock with kayaks. In warmer weather you also can fish, swim or just play in the water. Feel like cocooning? Log into Roostica’s internet, watch cable TV, or build a fire. Firewood is stacked next to the garage.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy winter retreat, or cool summer fun, we think you’ll enjoy your stay at Roostica Cottage—and we’d love to hear about it! Please complete the VRBO review form after your visit and tell us what you enjoyed. Share your experience with us on Instagram, too, by using our hashtag- #RoosticaCottage- or tag our page- @RoosticaCottage.

We're looking forward to having you as our guest!

PETS: We are no longer a pet friendly property.

Disclosure: a Ring security flood light is angled at the driveway and garage for the security of the home and guests. The Ring security flood light is angled ONLY at the driveway and garage and is not in an area where guests have a reasonable expectation of privacy. We believe that all guests are entitled to privacy and are happy to discuss the use of this device as needed.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parking on the street is strictly prohibited. Please feel free to use the garage, equipped with electric car charger, and the circular driveway.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Highlands

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Lake Sequoyah, a neighbourhood in Highlands. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highlands Country Club and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dry Falls - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Glen Falls - 11 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Storybook Cottage 5 Minutes from Town with Private Dock with Kayaks, EV Charger pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Storybook Cottage 5 Minutes from Town with Private Dock with Kayaks, EV Charger?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Storybook Cottage 5 Minutes from Town with Private Dock with Kayaks, EV Charger?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Storybook Cottage 5 Minutes from Town with Private Dock with Kayaks, EV Charger located?

This family-friendly Highlands holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Bridal Veil Falls. Dry Falls and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Regan C.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We enjoyed our Thanksgiving trip with our family so much! The cottage was literally perfection and made for the most cozy vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E., Macon, GA

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

Such a wonderful mountain retreat!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.

Wonderful property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Great 2 week family stay!

We stayed for 2 weeks and had a wonderful stay. Location in Highlands is a big plus, as it’s a quick drive into town and nice to have a small doc to go fishing with our little girl. Would recommend !
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Wonderful place and a wonderful time

All was so wonderful! We loved the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

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

My favorite place in the whole world!!!!

Roostica is heaven on earth!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabina W.

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

Girls weekend!

Great property! Very clean and well supplied! Great location and short drive to town(3 min.)! Would rent again!!😎
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy M., Hattiesburg MS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Roostica Rental

We stayed two weeks and most things about the house met our expectations. The glassware, especially wine glasses, need a major update. We had to add/change light bulbs in several places. The refrigerator had to be replaced during our stay—and the ice maker did not work after replacement. (owner responded quickly to replace refrigerator) The description of the downstairs, particularly the “half bath” was not what we expected. Overall, the house is very nice and well appointed.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Dreamy and Cozy

Our girlfriend get away to the highlands, could not have been any more special. Everything about this home was well thought out and cozy! The furnishings, the decor, the fireplaces ...everything just made you want to move in permanently. The ease of communication to the manager with any questions I had was exemplary. Another precious guest had commented about the tight turn, going up to the master area, as well as the access to the toilet, might be a little challenging for those without great mobility… But I will say if that was the case, they would be staying on the main level and not upstairs anyway. We found it to be charming and not a hindrance at all. The linens were in great shape, lovely in an abundance of cozy throw blankets to nestle in front of any of the four fireplaces. Downtown was also very easily accessible just a few minutes away, even though you feel like you are isolated from the rest of the world. Highly recommend you book this lovely home and explore everything the area has to offer. We look forward to coming back year after year!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally B., Memphis, TN

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

Perfect Thanksgiving getaway

A cozy retreat for our family of four - we hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy R.

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

Wonderful place

Cozy and well-appointed. Great view of Lake Seqouya below. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anne v.

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

Roostica Cottage

Lovely home. Great location. Had a great week. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Wonderful cabin!

This is a charming, comfortable cabin in a terrific location. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

beth h.

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

118 Webbmont / Highlands,nc

Lovely updated cabin / cottage feeling and clean convenient location. Instructions and access to everything outlined . Easy communications with manager….. only one recommendation; the coverlets , blankets and quilts needed clean. Thanks l
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Highlands

House is lovely. Beautiful property. Location is great- quick drive to town and lots of great hiking spots. The house has everything you could need, including lots of board games and books. Property manager is fantastic- very responsive and detail oriented.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Larry K.

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

Wedding in Highlands

Comfortable and cozy home with the exception of the cramped toilet and closet in the master bedroom. The toilet was the size of a child’s toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

hunter f., Birmingham

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

Great place!

Fantastic layout with space for folks to retreat to their rooms or everyone hang together in the common areas. The screened porch is awesome. Downtown Highlands is a short, easy drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron U.

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

Great stay

My brother and I had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlen P.

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

Great stay

Beautiful home. Great location! The master suite is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

April E.

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

Thanksgiving Family Gathering

This property was perfect for our family gathering. Beautiful home was located close to town and hikes. We enjoyed every inch of this property and highly recommend a stay here. The beds were super comfortable, with the softest sheets (everyone in our group commented on this). There were 8 in our group and this house had everything we needed. We want to return and highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Charming Cottage

My wife stated this was her favorite place she had ever stayed. The cottage was cozy, warm, and spacious. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

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

My favorite place on Earth!

Roostica is the perfect getaway! It feels like a warm hug!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

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

Another Fall in Highlands

Awesome house; great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

david j., Bluffton SC

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

Summer escape from the Lowcountry

Comfortable, complete, clean mountain cottage with an attentive owner/host. We loved our two week stay with friends visiting off and on.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

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

Very charming

Very charming house. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Great cottage in Highlands!

We had a wonderful time! Roostica is a perfect getaway. We had four adults and four children (2 infants and 2 toddlers) and it was a great to fit us all comfortably and in a kid friendly (but also beautiful) way. And it's perfectly situated near town but in a quiet setting with great lake view. Would recommend and hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ashlee Maitland

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Why they chose this property

We loved Roostica the moment we walked in.

The feeling of seclusion, the reflections on the water, the obvious love and thought that went into the cottage’s decor and updates made us instantly feel at home. It was the perfect size for a couple—we weren’t dwarfed by its dimensions. Yet Roostica easily accommodated 8 when family comes to visit.

In a nutshell: Roostica’s “expandability”, its location next to world class dining and shopping, and the dramatic beauty of the Highlands was, for us, an irresistible combination.

We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Roostica is fabulous for a romantic getaway, but also suited for a larger, or multigenerational, group.

Access is only one step up from the drive, good for those with mobility issues, or strollers. Parents can sleep upstairs for privacy, or on the main level to be close to children.

There is also the lower level for watching cable TV and playing games. Here you’ll find rainy day books and games, plus ground level access to the back yard. With the basement half bath, a daybed and trundle, this area best suits young teens and children, with the added plus of a laundry room for mom and dad.

We hope you find Roostica Cottage as flexible as your needs. Please come and visit soon!

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