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Charming cottage near Mirror Lake and downtown Highlands!

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Living area
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Highlands, NC
  • Popular LocationBridal Veil Falls3 min drive
  • Popular LocationHighlands Country Club3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDry Falls4 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)117 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming cottage near Mirror Lake and downtown Highlands!

Nestled on 1 acre in hemlocks, pines, rhododendrons and oaks, our comfortable cottage in the Mirror Lake neighborhood has the best of all that Highlands has to offer. We’re a five minute walk through small neighborhood roads from the lake, a five minute walk to the mill creek greenway, a trail through the woods that passes the Bascom art center and leads to downtown. We’re a three minute drive to all of the stores and restaurants in downtown Highlands. Our home has an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a wood burning fireplace. The house is comfortably furnished and thoughtfully decorated, and includes our own art work; architectural drawings, paintings, and hand-made porcelain dinnerware. The house comfortably sleeps 5 and offers all the expected comforts like cable TV, wifi and a well-appointed kitchen. Sit on a rocking chair on the front porch and listen to the creek that passes through the property, or hang out down by the outdoor stone fireplace located next to a small waterfall. Go for a walk to the lake or downtown, hike one of Highlands many beautiful trails, or lounge around and relax in this ideal vacation setting. Enjoy your stay knowing that the cottage is being cleaned and disinfected per expert guidelines, including a 48 hour waiting period between guests.

Property manager

John Blythe Bailey

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cottage is in the city center. Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station. Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Aerial Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 8 min walk
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 12 min walk
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 3 min drive
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Satulah Mountain Brewing Company - 2 min drive
  • Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 10 min drive
  • The Ugly Dog Pub - 2 min drive
  • Wild Thyme Gourmet - 1 min drive
  • Buck's Coffee Cafe - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage near Mirror Lake and downtown Highlands! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Abode
My Mother, two sisters, and I had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage in a beautiful setting. The location was perfect for the day trips we took, and we had everything we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H., Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Home in Great Location
We loved our stay at 3 Bears cabin in Highlands. The home feels very secluded and private. You are surrounded by lush nature but, you’re right down the street from town. This wonderful illusion is accomplished by the home’s location in a shallow valley right off the road. There is convenient access via a gravel circular drive. A few steps down a gravel pathway and over a cute little bridge puts you on the front porch. So easy. The main living room is open-concept with pine flooring, vaulted ceilings, comfy sofa and stone wood-burning fireplace. The interior is clean, neat, well-appointed and cozy. Artwork is everywhere making it feel like a home-away-from-home. As others have mentioned, we loved the home-made artistic pottery including dishes, bowls and cups. There is a huge master bedroom with a comfy king bed. The master bath had a marvelous recently-renovated shower and double sinks. Our 15-year-old daughter stayed in the second, smaller but, equally adorable bedroom which had its own bathroom. We enjoyed drinking tea and playing games on the big wooden table in the evening. There are lots of games. One night, we walked down the street and enjoyed some delicious barbeque at the Highlands Smokehouse Barbeque. As you can tell, we had a wonderful time and we highly recommend this wonderful home when visiting Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
We loved our stay at the 3 Bears. The location is ideal. Easy walk or drive into town for lunch/shopping. Neighborhood also great for walking. House is very comfortable for two couples or a family hanging out. Love all the special touches including the homemade pottery made by the homeowner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., Midland, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage right out of a storybook
Our family was in Highlands for a wedding at Old Edward’s Farm and we chose the 3 Bears for our stay. I booked with Hope and she was immediately responsive. This cottage is beautifully done with ceramics made by the owners. Every morning I got a lot of joy out of choosing which creature I was going to drink coffee with. I loved the Rabbit cup the best! Comfy beds with soft high end thread count sheets. Well appointed all the way around. Nice body wash products in the main bathroom and other toiletries were a really nice touch. Plenty of laundry supplies if you need them. My favorite place in the house was the sitting room with the day bed on the front of the house. I took a nap in there one afternoon and slept like a dream! There were sweet touches everywhere you looked. One morning we took a walk down to the outdoor fire place while sipping our coffee and took in all the green lush surroundings. Just beautiful! Other mornings we sat in the rockers on the front porch in the wonderful cool mountain air. It was dreamy and we will return. You won’t be disappointed if you choose the 3 Bears cottage! Thanks for sharing your wonderful place with us Hope, Blythe and Danna!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was lovely and well maintained. We felt right at home, and loved every minute of our sta
Our trip was just what we needed. Our accomodations well exceeded our expectations!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Blythe Bailey

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We are Danna, Hope, and Blythe. A marketer, an artist, and an architect. We, along with our individual and combined families, love this place and are sure you will too.
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