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Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.

Cottage in Highlands with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Interior
Nestled in the heart of Highlands, this home offers a warm welcome with a gas fireplace and flat screen TV. Unwind on the expansive deck or explore the nearby lake and Highlands Greenway trail. With two living areas, including one by the fire pit off of the lower level deck, you'll find plenty of cozy spaces to relax.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.

Close to town. Perfect for couples or families. Almost like two homes in one. The main level offers a living area with gas fireplace, flat screen TV, well appointed kitchen, covered porch, 2 bedrooms both with queen sized beds and a newly renovated full bath. Enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive lower level deck or relax with a glass of wine after a day of hiking or exploring Highlands. Take a walk down to the lake and find the Highlands Greenway trail that takes you into town. The lower level has a renovated master bedroom with gorgeous en suite bath and queen sized bed. An additional bedroom on the lower level includes a double bed and has an adjacent full bath. Log into your Netflix or Amazon Prime account and enjoy a movie night in front of the fire in the lower level living area or cozy up by the fire pit off of the deck on cool evenings. Motion sensor security cameras on property. Exterior of house only.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No parties or events.
Dogs must be registered upon booking $50 per additional dog Owners are responsible for picking up and disposing of all dog waste. No dogs on furniture
All trash must be in garbage bags including dog poop bags, pizza boxes. All trash must be placed in the garbage can and securely latched.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Dogs allowed. Please no cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Highlands Playhouse - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Highlands BBQ Company - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views. located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Cozy Yet Modern Cottage. Pet Friendly. 1.3 Miles to Town. Mountain Views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

Mountain cottage

Very well appointed and comfortable. Excellent location near town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

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

Excellent Visit!

Very fine and well cared for home, splendidly located and outfitted. The roads are quite narrow and curving, as one would expect in a mountain setting. Good nearby restaurants although parking can be challenging. We brought our small border terrier and she too had a fine time. Top recommendation.
Atop Whiterock Mountain. Wonderful views. Really recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhargavi V.

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

Great stay!

Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie F.

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

Wedding at Old Edwards

The house was a perfect size for 5 adults attending a wedding at Old Edwards. It was clean and had everything we needed for our weekend trip. It's in a great location, close to downtown and the venue space. Our host checked in with us on the first day to make sure we were doing good and had everything we needed. We'll definitely save this home for future stays!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

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

Girls Birthday Getaway

We had a wonderful time in Highlands and the property was perfect for us. There were four and each of us had a bedroom. The proximity to town is excellent, the neighborhood is quiet and lovely, and the property is in excellent condition, nicely decorated. Our host, Caroline, was very responsive to a couple of questions. We hope to be back and I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William D.

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

Vacation Stay

Very comfortable home and convenient location. We enjoyed our stay and plan on booking another trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna S.

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

Great house and location.

Loved our week in the Highlands.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Highlands Retreat

Great house with multiple decks for relaxing and a host that cares about making your visit perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

T B.

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

Clean & Comfortable

We rented this property for a family stay (6 adults, 1 infant) to attend a wedding at The Farm at Old Edwards and other wedding-related gatherings in Highlands. The property was clean, well-maintained & well-stocked with dishes & other essentials for our 4 night stay, and is located close (under a mile & a half) to Highlands. Check-in was easy & problem-free. Caroline (the host) was very responsive to questions & provided helpful information about the area. The landscaper was not able to get there before our stay due to ongoing weather issues, so there was some overgrowth that needed tending, but rain prevented us from using the fire pit anyway. Our only minor critiques would be to have firmer beds, (that’s just our personal preference,) and maybe an 11:00 a.m. checkout rather than 10:00, which can likely be accommodated now upon request, if bookings allow. All-in-all a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

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

Great stay

Came up for a weekend with friends and the house was perfect. Plenty of room for everyone and the house was clean and well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

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

Great weekend at Mirror Lake

Great weekend renting this house at Mirror Lake. The house met all of our families needs. Great location, close proximity to town and well equipped for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F., Atlanta

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

Great Weekend Stay!

We had a great stay for the weekend, plenty of room, terrific views and walkable to town via Oak Lane Trail. Owner very communicative and plenty of room for the 6 of us. Can’t wait to come back, so much more to do and see and sitting on the back porch was idyllic.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh V.

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

Amazing

Great trip and great property. I would highly recommend and we will be coming back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Great house for girlfriends get-away

Great house & location for our four-girlfriend trip. Superb location 5 minute drive to Main St. in wonderfully walkable Mirror Lake neighborhood. House has everything we needed, very clean and well maintained, very responsive owner. Several in our group had rented this house before and will sgain.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin F.

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

Great place

Clean. Comfy. Convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Lovely cottage

Beautiful cottage. Very well appointed on the inside. The wooded location is gorgeous and Caroline was very accommodating and easy to work with. We'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Atlanta

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

Lovely stay

We had a wonderful time in Highlands and enjoyed our stay at this property. We loved the mirror lake area and the close proximity to town. The house was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aviva D.

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

Highlands trip

We had a great stay at this lovely property in the Highlands. The owner was extremely responsive to all our questions and made many suggestions of activities and helped us navigate the blackout during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA F.

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

Family wedding

Lovely, homey, multiple balconies, beautiful views, great location. Caroline was welcoming and available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Highlands hide-a-way

An excellent property with plenty of room and an awesome layout. We enjoyed sitting around the kitchen island having dinner. Having morning coffee on the lower deck as the sun came up was very relaxing. I would recommend this property to anyone that wants a great place to stay that is also close to restaurants and shopping in Highlands.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret ann p.

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

October highlands trip

Great home, with all the things we love. Outdoor fire pit, wonderful porch and comfy beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

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

Wonderful location and Home

The home is close to Highlands and very well appointed. We could not of asked for a better property for our weekend visit. Thank you for sharing this wonderful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Polly M.

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

Great clean cottage

Wedding in Highlands. Only a short drive to downtown. Beautiful views. The host was so nice and made our check in easy. I highly recommend this place for your visit to Highlands
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg M.

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

Outstanding Stay in Highlands!

The house was exactly as advertised and the owner could not have not been more friendly and responsive. My family and I will definitely rent the same place again. Great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Excellent!

We had a very enjoyable stay at this property in October. The listing was exactly as described and Caroline was an excellent and responsive host. We plan to return next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023