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SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET!

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Exterior
The Front Entry
Upstairs Great Room
Upstairs Great Room
Gas Fire & HDTV

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Cullasaja River Gorge
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Art Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET!

The best spot in Highlands! Only one block from Main Street and the Old Edwards Inn, this five bedroom house has a unique mix of modern and mountain and is wonderful for large groups or multiple families. Floor to ceiling windows and a huge back porch look over Harris Lake and Satulah Mountain. On the ground floor there are two suites separated by a living room. Each suite has two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Upstairs there's a large great room perfect for gathering. A fireplace, dining table for ten, modern kitchen, powder room, master suite with dual vanities, freestanding tub and shower and a massive covered deck round out the second floor. Two laundry rooms, WIFI. 65in HD tv. Off-street parking for six cars. This mountain retreat is just waiting for you!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note this house is Lakeside
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 981454vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. 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 Highlands Biological Station and Nantahala National Forest. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Playhouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Highlands Biological Station - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET!?

As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET! on 22 September 2026 start from NZ$2,470, 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 SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SIMPLY THE BEST SPOT IN HIGHLANDS. 1 BLOCK TO MAIN STREET! located?

Located in the heart of Highlands, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery. Highlands Biological Station and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 15 minutes.

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. 154 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near town and very comfortable and well equipped house
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and ideal location, very close to Main Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfection. Great space for my family of adult married couples and 2 children. House was well appointed and everything was very clean. The outdoor deck was great and the fireplace was a nice touch. 4 bedrooms downstairs are split 2 and 2 and have a door to each hallway which provides privacy. Very close walk to everything in town and to the nature center that was a great walk. I will absolutely stay at this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was gracious and prompt with a few minor issues we found on arrival. The house was very clean and spacious as pictured. The location can not be beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent location and the perfect place for a family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our entire family thoroughly enjoyed this property. It was walkable to Main Street restaurants and shops. The owner was accessible and the property was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was absolutely amazing. The combo of being a stones throw from downtown and the ample outdoor space to run and hang (including screened in porch) was perfect for our big family with kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eunice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and terrific owner.
Stayed 76 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described. Excellent accommodations and location. Host was very responsive and helpful. We had a wonderful stay and will absolutely look to book again on our next trip to Highlands!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the house is so convenient to everything. And the house itself is very comfortable. We had 3 couples stay in total and it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shain R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house's location is amazing—it's so close to everything. The property manager was super responsive, and the house is exactly as advertised—welcoming and comfortable. It's a great place to enjoy the Highlands!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great multi-generational family visit to Highlands. House is well laid out with outstanding dining / living room combo with vaulted ceilings and a grand fireplace. Very generous sized elevated back porch off the family room with terrific view out the back to the lake and waterfowl. Home is well equipped and even has two laundry rooms for larger groups. Plenty of off street parking.Best of all, the location is as advertised with superb access to all the downtown shops and restaurants. The only improvement would be the addition of an outdoor fireplace/fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this home is "Simply the Best". It is walking distance for everything. The house was very clean. The owners responded very quickly to any of the questions we had, both before the trip and during. I would definitely recommend this house for anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was absolutely beautiful and perfectly situated in walking distance to most places. Owners were very responsive when we reached out. A few extra amenities (small toiletries and a few spices (salt & pepper, etc) would have helped our grocery runs however overall fantastic home and visit!!! Loved the church bells, visits from the nearby bears, waterfalls and creating wonderful memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry L.

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

Great Place

Great in town location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara W.

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

Highly recommend!

I highly recommend this lovely home! It’s in the center of town but off the main drag so you have plenty of quiet and privacy. The house is beautiful, comfortable, and within walking distance of everything. A perfect spot to stay for our family wedding!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

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

Girls Weekend

Great location and perfect house for a group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney J.

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

Great Stay Close to Main St

Beautiful house very close to Main Street! Beautifully decorated too! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Z.

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

Wedding Weekend

We had a lovely weekend, one of the highlights was a small brunch I hosted for the bridesmaids, we got great pictures by the lake,loved it and will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M.

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

Perfect spot!

This house was PERFECT for our family!! Can’t wait to stay again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry L.

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

Walkable Town

Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2020
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review; we really appreciate it! Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

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

perfect location to downtown in Highlands

We enjoyed the beauty of the area and the cleanliness of the home
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 December 2024
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eunice M.

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

Fabulous stay as always

We've stayed here several times and it's always wonderful. Plan on returning.
Stayed 63 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 December 2024
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

Perfect for families with young kids who want access town

This is our second time staying at this property, and it was as good as the first.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2022
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. Sincerely, Laird & Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

Great House

Great house in a great location! The only issue we had was with the MB lights - Elec panel switch would continue to trip and not stay on.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Highlands and for taking the time to write a review! Thank you also for letting us know about the electrical issue so we could get it fixed. We really appreciate it! Sincerely, Laird & Matt

About the host

Hosted by Laird Memory

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We (Laird&Matt) have been coming to the highlands for over 20 years. Being Atlanta residents we love the cool weather and laid back attitude of the mountains.

Why they chose this property

We walked by this property for years and always thought it would be the perfect place to build a home. It is on a lake, has amazing views of the mountains and is only one block from Main Street and Old Edwards Inn! It really has it all. We never would have imagined we'd be able to acquire the property, and when we did we set out on a two year journey to design and build a perfect place for extended families to gather.

What makes this property unique

We love that we can park our cars for the weekend and just relax. We can look at the lake and the mountains and then walk to Main street in a less than a minute. We designed the house so that two families could each have two bedrooms and a bath and then a couple could stay up in the master bedroom. Everyone gets an equally great place to stay.

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