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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 4 bathrooms Sleeps 10 353.0 sq m
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Highlands, NC
- Highlands Country Club7 min drive
- Bridal Veil Falls8 min drive
- Dry Falls9 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Spacious House 5 min fr Main St-Chef's Kitchen-1000sf Porches, FP, Gardens
* Highlands' Santa actually built this house for his family, which is why
it's always decked out for Christmas!! Many lovely features and views
* Chef's Kitchen, Gardens, Woods, Carpet of Moss, View Little Bear Pen Mtn
* 1000 sf Porches, Patios, Fireplaces, Fire Pit
Review 6/22 "This place was heaven on earth!"
***** Clean, Roomy, Comfortable, Very Relaxing--"Our family makes at least 2 trips per year to the mountains. This has been the nicest place we have stayed in thus far. It's so nice to stay in a home where the furniture and bedding aren't worn out. This place was heaven on earth! This will be our go-to place in the future! Randy S., Montgomery, AL
Review 4/1/21 from Maggie R
"We had a wonderful stay at Twig and Nest! The house is both cozy and expansive, with
5 comfortable bedrooms, plus an extra office area, great living room, and a wonderful porch with both covered and open spaces. Very conveniently located close to downtown Highlands. The kitchen was VERY well stocked with anything you could want to cook any meal. More than enough linens, paper products, etc. Owner was very kind and helpful. We were there with 6 adults and 2 little kids and were all comfortable. It felt very luxurious."
"No words can describe how lovely your home is. I felt so at home. I really enjoyed my time there and want to come back next summer for a longer stay." -Jane O.-St. Simons
8/15/19
"What's not to like? This mountain home has it all." James B, Mobile, 10/24/19
Just across the road from the Highlands Falls Country Club is the beautiful little neighborhood of Rolling Woods. Twig and Nest is the crown jewel of the neighborhood, in my view, with its 1000 sf of covered porches and decks, surrounded by woods and gardens facing Little Bear Pen Mountain. My guests' favorite spot to relax is in front of the fireplace on the covered back porch. The porch and deck can comfortably seat 18-20 people. The gunshot view of Little Bear Pen Mountain is a wonderful spot to watch the sunset over the mountain. In addition to the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, there is a fire pit in the back yard for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows under the moonlight--a place for the youngsters and young-at-heart!
Another favorite gathering spot is the two-story Great Room (17'' x 27") containing yet another beautiful stone fireplace, a row of clerestory windows, antler chandelier, wide plank wood floors and seating for 8-10. The Great Room opens up to a sunlit well-equipped chef's kitchen with skylit island, custom cabinetry, farmer's sink, stone countertops, stainless appliances, wine rack, TV, butler's pantry and breakfast bar.
The private dining room seats 8 people comfortably and opens to the Great Room and Kitchen.
Of the five bedrooms, three are private suites with their own bathrooms. There are many places you can retire to inside or out in order rest, watch TV or read a book.
The private, wooded setting of the house affords lovely views from all directions. From the Great Room sofa you can see the terraced gardens in the front and the porches/decks/ mountain at the back of the house. Twig and Nest is great for entertaining with over 1000 sf of porches, decks, and patios comfortably furnished with sofas, swings, and hammocks for ultimate relaxation.
One of the comments I hear frequently by my guests is how spacious the house is. There are places for guests to get away from the group from time to time. The fact that the property has nearly 5,000 sf of indoor and outdoor spaces makes it a wonderful bargain, if comfort and ease are important to your group. If you are just looking for a place to crash and don't mind feeling like sardines in a can, then there are less expensive alternatives, of course, but per square foot, the cost to stay at Twig and Nest is an excellent value.
it's always decked out for Christmas!! Many lovely features and views
* Chef's Kitchen, Gardens, Woods, Carpet of Moss, View Little Bear Pen Mtn
* 1000 sf Porches, Patios, Fireplaces, Fire Pit
Review 6/22 "This place was heaven on earth!"
***** Clean, Roomy, Comfortable, Very Relaxing--"Our family makes at least 2 trips per year to the mountains. This has been the nicest place we have stayed in thus far. It's so nice to stay in a home where the furniture and bedding aren't worn out. This place was heaven on earth! This will be our go-to place in the future! Randy S., Montgomery, AL
Review 4/1/21 from Maggie R
"We had a wonderful stay at Twig and Nest! The house is both cozy and expansive, with
5 comfortable bedrooms, plus an extra office area, great living room, and a wonderful porch with both covered and open spaces. Very conveniently located close to downtown Highlands. The kitchen was VERY well stocked with anything you could want to cook any meal. More than enough linens, paper products, etc. Owner was very kind and helpful. We were there with 6 adults and 2 little kids and were all comfortable. It felt very luxurious."
"No words can describe how lovely your home is. I felt so at home. I really enjoyed my time there and want to come back next summer for a longer stay." -Jane O.-St. Simons
8/15/19
"What's not to like? This mountain home has it all." James B, Mobile, 10/24/19
Just across the road from the Highlands Falls Country Club is the beautiful little neighborhood of Rolling Woods. Twig and Nest is the crown jewel of the neighborhood, in my view, with its 1000 sf of covered porches and decks, surrounded by woods and gardens facing Little Bear Pen Mountain. My guests' favorite spot to relax is in front of the fireplace on the covered back porch. The porch and deck can comfortably seat 18-20 people. The gunshot view of Little Bear Pen Mountain is a wonderful spot to watch the sunset over the mountain. In addition to the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, there is a fire pit in the back yard for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows under the moonlight--a place for the youngsters and young-at-heart!
Another favorite gathering spot is the two-story Great Room (17'' x 27") containing yet another beautiful stone fireplace, a row of clerestory windows, antler chandelier, wide plank wood floors and seating for 8-10. The Great Room opens up to a sunlit well-equipped chef's kitchen with skylit island, custom cabinetry, farmer's sink, stone countertops, stainless appliances, wine rack, TV, butler's pantry and breakfast bar.
The private dining room seats 8 people comfortably and opens to the Great Room and Kitchen.
Of the five bedrooms, three are private suites with their own bathrooms. There are many places you can retire to inside or out in order rest, watch TV or read a book.
The private, wooded setting of the house affords lovely views from all directions. From the Great Room sofa you can see the terraced gardens in the front and the porches/decks/ mountain at the back of the house. Twig and Nest is great for entertaining with over 1000 sf of porches, decks, and patios comfortably furnished with sofas, swings, and hammocks for ultimate relaxation.
One of the comments I hear frequently by my guests is how spacious the house is. There are places for guests to get away from the group from time to time. The fact that the property has nearly 5,000 sf of indoor and outdoor spaces makes it a wonderful bargain, if comfort and ease are important to your group. If you are just looking for a place to crash and don't mind feeling like sardines in a can, then there are less expensive alternatives, of course, but per square foot, the cost to stay at Twig and Nest is an excellent value.
Property manager
Barbara Jones
Languages
English, Spanish
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
1 child per 2 adults
Events
No events allowed
One-lane road to house too small for many cars.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Note from host: One-lane road to house too small for many cars.
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
About the area
Highlands
Located in Highlands Hills, a neighbourhood in Highlands, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station, while Highlands Art Gallery and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights. Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Aerial Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Highlands, NC
What's nearby
- Highlands Country Club - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
- Bridal Veil Falls - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
- Dry Falls - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
- Whiteside Mountain - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
- Old Edwards Club - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cornucopia Restaurant - 14 min drive
- The Ugly Dog Public House - 14 min drive
- The Ugly Dog Pub - 4 min drive
- Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 8 min drive
- Old Edwards Club - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
25 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chip C.
19 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Mountain Weekend
Chip C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kerrie H.
6 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and spacious
Kerrie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Sharon S.
4 February 2025
Sharon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
amanda j.
5 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic porch!
amanda j.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Isabelle M.
3 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An unforgettable Christmas!
Isabelle M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kait F.
24 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Thanksgiving in Highlands
Kait F.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
robert h.
9 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
robert h.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary B.
12 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a girls weekend!
Rosemary B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edward P.
5 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem in Highlands
Edward P.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis N.
23 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family retreat
Dennis N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
laura day D.
3 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
laura day D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mona H.
27 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this house
Mona H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
George M.
4 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Freshness
George M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carly I.
24 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Carly I.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lissa P.
22 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nesting
Lissa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne V.
6 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for my family!
Suzanne V.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Mary B.
5 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great covered deck!
Mary B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bob and Carla S.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highlands Adventure: Waterfalls and Chattooga Sec IV
Bob and Carla S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
melinda q.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highlands stay
melinda q.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Together
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anna D.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Anna D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debra C., Gainesville FL
9 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highland Hills Home
Debra C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
18 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and neighborhood
Susan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
14 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Susan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by Barbara Jones

This picture of me with my two grandchildren was taken at the Highlands Nature Center. Highlands is one of the few areas on the Eastern Continental Divide where it is cool enough in the summer to comfortably explore the outdoors. The town is right in the corridor of the "land of the waterfalls." Now that I am retired from my career in higher education, I can relax and enjoy having family and friends share my mountain getaway--Twig and Nest.
Why they chose this property
I had looked for just the right property for several years before discovering Twig and Nest. The setting and views from inside out are nothing less than spectacular, and I like the fact that the house is completely updated, borders a nature preserve, and is conveniently close to both Highlands and Cashiers.
What makes this property unique
The house is infused with light in the common areas. A row of windows in the kitchen open to the woods and mountainside. High ceilings with skylights and clerestory windows in the Great Room open to the covered deck with corresponding skylighted cathedral ceilings making the house feel light and airy and spacious.
Everyone who enters the house has the same response: 'Wow!' and then heads straight for the hammock.
Everyone who enters the house has the same response: 'Wow!' and then heads straight for the hammock.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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