PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers.

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A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a flag, and a building with a large window.
A house with a stone staircase leading to a porch, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a flat-screen TV, a leather sofa, and a cowhide rug.
A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden walls, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Highlands

Located in Mirror Lake, a neighbourhood in Highlands, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Highlands Biological Station and Nantahala National Forest, while The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights. Cashiers Farmers Market and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Highlands Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Dry Falls - 5 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Highlands Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. ?

As of 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. on 27 October 2027 start from NZ$5,177, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PET FRIENDLY: 3 mins to Highlands, 12 mins Cashiers. located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Dog Park. Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 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. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and wonderful host. Will definitely come again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2026
Thank you James! We hope to see you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughters and I had a wonderful time in highlands. The owners were so kind and the house was beautiful and had all the essentials. We loved how peaceful it was on the porch listening to birds in the mornings. Great location to town. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you! I learned some waterfalls from you!! I am glad you found a place to bring the girls and enjoy the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery from the deck which was a lovely place to spend time.The kitchen was well stocked with all you would need. We enjoyed the home and the property. It is obvious there is a lot of love here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you! I always say it is like living in a tree house! You can’t beat the forest views, and the temperature!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded all expectations. Exceptionally clean. Beautifully decorated with a lot of outdoor space. Fenced side yard for dog is awesome! Kathy is a great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you! It was a pleasure to have you and your beautiful puppy! I don’t know who loves it more up here, the humans or the dogs!! Safe journeys!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property nestled in the wooded hills west of Highlands. Antiseptically clean, tastefully furnished and decorated, the property was a perfect place to rest and relax. The owner is gracious and accommodating, and very friendly. A-plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thank you! I am sorry everything was not yet bloomed, but you got to see it begin to come alive. Please come back when it is in full beauty!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2025
Thank you! I’m glad you were able to enjoy the cooler weather and all that Highlands has to offer! We hope you will come back again! Kp
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in Highlands many summers and this was definitely our favorite place. So much so that we immediately booked for next summer. Someone else called it "antiseptically clean" and I would agree. It is also beautifully decorated and extremely well provisioned, down to the smallest details. The owners live next door and Kathy is always willing to help with anything or answer questions. It is in a beautiful, woodsy neighborhood and setting that makes you feel as if you are in a treehouse, and has quiet roads and trails for walking yourself and your pup. As peaceful as it is, you can get to town in 5 minutes by car. You could walk, but it might take a few more minutes. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
Thank you so much! We are always happy when people love it as much as we do! We look forward to seeing you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

What a great place to stay and be out of the heat in Texas!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a convenient location…The hosts were so friendly and helpful. The house was stocked with everything you might need. Comfortable rooms and beds…we will be back. Dogs and humans were very happy!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you very much for your kind words! Highlands is a very special place, we are glad you are joining us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My experience with rentals has been that the property doesn’t live up to the pictures. This was far from the case. The house is more spacious and attractive than we expected. It’s so well appointed, that I never unpacked the “essentials” I brought. The lower level has everything but a kitchen. There’s a fireplace and a huge TV. The upper level is roomy with an updated kitchen and laundry room. There’s a fireplace upstairs as well.The beds are comfortable, which is a priority for us.The home is situated high atop a mountain ridge that gives the feeling of being isolated, but it’s not. The leaves had just begun to turn when we arrived, but a stormy night gave them a nudge. When we left 8 days later, we were surrounded by gold leaves with hints of orange and red. Downtown Highlands is just a 5-6 minute drive. Shops and restaurants abound.We didn’t have a pet, but they are allowed. I’m happy to report there was no dog smell.You couldn’t ask for better hosts. Kathy and Tony are not only very personable, they are going to make sure your vacation is perfect.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2026
What a lovely review! Thank you so much! You were excellent guests as well! Please come back!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highlands Summer 2025

Awesome property, very clean. Friendly host! Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you!! It was a pleasure to have you here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! We really enjoyed our stay, super responsive host and everything was beautiful and matched the pictures in the listing. Well stocked with quality amenities which is always a treat. The big porch with the large outdoor seating was perfect for a glass of wine. The layout was good for families and wow, the beds were incredibly comfy! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it. It’s a lovely place and I’m pleased when people love it here as much as we do! Please come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property Great hosts

My wife and I spent two and a half months at this property and loved it ! It was super clean and very well equipped. If you are looking for a private/mountain experience this is the perfect location. Close to town with a quiet mountain feel. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 72 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! You were wonderful renters who we hope will come back! It was lovely to share our mountain with you all and Zoe!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kathy was a wonderful host! She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed for our lengthy stay. The house was spacious, comfortable, and nicely decorated! It was close to downtown Highlands yet we felt so secluded in the woods. She gave us recommendations for hikes to waterfalls, great restaurants and shopping! I highly recommend booking this place! Thank you Kathy and Tony for being wonderful hosts!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2025
Thank you! You were lovely guests and I enjoyed having you there. I am so glad your leaf timing and weather was perfect! I look forward to seeing you again! Sincerely, Kp
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is probably the best VRBO where we have ever stayed. The house is extremely nice, it is equipped with everything you would need, it is beautifully furnished, the landscaping is amazing and it has a wonderful upstairs veranda where we spent many hours. Kathy lives next door and was always available to answer any questions and to provide recommendations for restaurants, activities, etc. Our stay at this home could not have been any better.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Greg, thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was a pleasure to have you, your wife, and friends! Thank you for leaving the house so tidy, it makes it so much easier to go in and clean! I hope you come back soon! Sincerely, Kp
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream Property

Fantastic property and amazing hosts. My wife, two young daughters send two dogs spent the week at this house. The house is beautiful and the hosts have obviously put a lot of thought into the accommodations. The location is stunning and very close to so many great hiking trails, waterfalls, shopping, and restaurants. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2024
Thank you! You were the perfect guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rest and relaxation

We really enjoyed our stay. The host Kathy and husband were very helpful and had the house very well stocked. Everything was very clean and ready for us. The location was perfect and very convenient to downtown Highlands. The neighborhood was good for walking your dog. The deck patio area was a very serene setting in the woods. I would recommend this rental and would definitely consider staying here again when coming back to Highlands.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you!! I really appreciate it and your help!!! Please come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most hospitable hosts! The home was clean, well provisioned, and even better than the photos. The deck is perfect for morning coffee or happy hour outside. Thank you for welcoming us and our pups.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2026
Thank you for being such great guests! We hope to see you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

serene

It’s a honey hole
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Thank you! I agree, it’s a very special place! You have the beautiful quiet forest surrounding you; yet, you are minutes from town. We think of it as a people and doggy haven!
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