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The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views.

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Property grounds
A covered porch with seating, ceiling fans, and a decorative clock.
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, ceiling fans, and a view of the forest.
A covered porch with a bench, two wall-mounted lamps, a round mirror, a grill, and a potted plant.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Common Space

1 Single Bed

Main Floor Double Queen

2 Queen Beds

Main Floor Double Queen

2 Queen Beds

Main Floor Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs, landing, loft

1 Single Bed

Upstairs-Family Suite Loft

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Downstairs queen en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor Double queen en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor double queen en-suite with hallway entrance

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor master, en-suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs, family suite and twin loft

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views.

The Bodhi is the perfect summer getaway for you and your friends! This 5 bed/5 bath multi-story house outside of Highlands offers a covered deck, living room, dining area, sun porch, and theater room so that you and up to 17 guests can enjoy a fun and relaxing mountain vacation however you desire! Take in the gorgeous mountain views and outdoor leisure of our koi pond, bench swing, and fire pit. Garage parking is also provided along a single lane driveway with extra space for more cars so everyone can join!

*This property has a non-refundable 5% credit card fee regardless of cancellation policy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the thermostat on: in Winter; Heat: 55, or in Summer; A/C: 80
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20167252
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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 Old Edwards Club. Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Dry Falls - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • The Klapdohr
  • ‪Shell - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bodhi: Spacious 5-bedroom retreat in Highlands with wooded mountain views. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area. Highlands-Cashiers Hospital and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly h.

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

Family time!

Lovely home in great location. My family had a fun filled and relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this home! It was incredibly family-friendly and perfect for spending quality time with both our family and friends. The owners truly thought of everything — from the well-stocked kitchen to the little touches that made our stay comfortable and easy. The house was clean, welcoming, and had everything we needed. We would absolutely rent it again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great getaway spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean. There was plenty of room for every family (4) to have a private bedroom and bath. The sitting areas were spaced out so that small group conversation could occur. The whole home was comfortable, making it feel like we were in a home that was large family accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Holly Henry

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