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Vacation home in Highlands with kitchen and patio

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Escape to The Wright Cottage, a serene getaway nestled near downtown Highlands. Unwind by the gas log fireplace or outdoor fire bowl, and relax in the fully furnished kitchen or on the screened porch surrounded by nature.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

CHECK OUR CALENDAR~Dates available in December~ Booking in 2026 NOW!

Nestled in the heart of the Highlands, this charming 3-bedroom vacation home offers a tranquil escape from the everyday. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy living room, perfect for gathering with family and friends. Prepare delectable meals in the fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, or step outside and fire up the grill for an al fresco dining experience. After dinner, you can relax on the screened porch and enjoy the evening experience while you listen to the nocturnal chorus of whip-o-wills, tree frogs, and the occasional hoot of the great horned owl.

Unwind by the fireplace or catch up on your favorite shows on the smart TV with satellite/cable channels. For those who love to stay connected, the property offers free WiFi. Refresh in the three bathrooms, stocked with towels and basic toiletries, and take advantage of the in-house washer and dryer.

When you're ready to explore the area, take a stroll down Main Street to shop at the local retailers, visit Dry Falls, or hike Whiteside Mountain. Spend your days simply soaking in the natural beauty that surrounds you. As the sun sets, gather around the fire pit and enjoy the tranquility of your mountain retreat.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Exterior
Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 75 reviews
$431 nightly
The price is $473
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet deposit is required.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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
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

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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands-Cashiers Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Highlands Country Club - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Whiteside Mountain - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Dry Falls - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Highlands BBQ Company - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CHECK OUR CALENDAR~Dates available in December~ Booking in 2026 NOW! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at CHECK OUR CALENDAR~Dates available in December~ Booking in 2026 NOW!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CHECK OUR CALENDAR~Dates available in December~ Booking in 2026 NOW!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CHECK OUR CALENDAR~Dates available in December~ Booking in 2026 NOW! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Highlands Dog Park and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

CHECK OUR CALENDAR~Dates available in December~ Booking in 2026 NOW! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melani R.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

The property was so cute and private. The surrounding area was very peaceful yet it was so close to town. The perfect location and cottage. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cain Eric K.

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

Great stay

We really enjoyed staying at your cottage! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Quaint place to stay

It was a nice place to stay, but is an older home then expected. The price reflected that and it had a nice private country feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Wrights Cottage

Beautiful setting. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highlights include a screened in porch that was perfect for reading. I had my new puppy with me, and the property had a beautiful meadow/ old apple orchard with a mowed track that was perfect for walking her.The meadow was full of wild flowers and wild ferns. At night the fire flies put on a show. We were close to town where we had great meals. (Don't miss the ice cream shop.) and also went twice to the performing arts center. Highlands is very dog friendly so our pup often went out to eat with us. Our Host was very responsive when I needed help. I think the photos fairly represented this charming cottage.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy C.

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

Girls getaway

Very clean and well equipped. Appreciated the quick response to questions. Just what you would expect for a mountain retreat. This house has lots of history and character. Also perfect location to Highlands and Cashiers Main Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase B.

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

Cozy Cottage in the NC Hills

This place was perfect for a nice weekend stay for a wedding. It is in close proximity to Highlands, NC and Flat Mountain Farm. The house was perfect for part of the wedding party, with four beds and three baths. It could sleep up to six people comfortably. The kitchen is well-equipped, and the living room was a comfortable place to hang out with the gas fire place. The host was very responsive, especially in the face of extenuating circumstances related to a severe weather event in the area. Our party would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carter M.

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

The Wright Cottage for Us

We enjoyed our stay at the Wright Cottage while attending a pottery workshop at the Bascom Center. The house was cozy, well equipped and a delightful reminder of cottage life for each of us. The only thing we would suggest is to sharpen the kitchen knives. We also lost Wi-Fi service during a rainstorm. But those were minor issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

donald b.

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

Flat Mountain visit

Wonderful. Wish we could have enjoyed the firepit and grill areas. Unfortunately we had to leave a day early. No wonder the Wright Cottage is so special to your family. I can imagine the wonderful times you all must have had there. I'm afraid I left a plastic bag of dirty clothes. Sorry. I would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly nice older house in a beautiful location. There was some trouble with the air conditioner but the host was extremely helpful in correcting the problem quickly.There is a beautiful meadow in front with mowed paths so that you can walk around to look at the wildflowers.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

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

Quiet Escape

Beautiful cottage on an idyllic setting. Our family enjoyed the quietude! Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Very comfy.

In town for a wedding in Highlands. Everything was great, very convenient and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

The Wright Cottage- A Warm Farmhouse Christmas

The is the second year my adult daughters and I have spent Christmas at the Wright Cottage. It is such a warm, sweet setting to spend time together as a family and share the holiday. The home is a traditional farm house with a big fire place. We appreciate all the Christmas decorations. It was so inviting. We read books, played a board game, went on hikes and then went into town. It was a lovely holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh C.

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

Delightful stay.

We had a wonderful time and we were able to spend some time outside before the weather got too cool. Have the fireplace was wonderful and it kept the great room at a good temperature. Everything we needed was provided and we hope to return in the Bew Year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Beautiful House

Beautiful house, wonderful host. It's a big historic house with many original features. The wood walls throughout are gorgeous. Lisa was amazing. We went after the storm and she kept me apprised of the conditions in the area. I'm so glad we were able to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Sweet Mountain Cottage

We loved everything about the cottage - so homey and vintage, but every modern convenience. The beds were very comfortable. Sunrise over the lawn was beautiful. The hosts quickly responded to our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eloise

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

Beautiful mountain getaway!

Such a cute house with beautiful views! Love that the history of the house was included.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carter E.

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

Wright Cottage

Always love staying here. This time, we stayed 5 weeks. Cottage is very comfortable. Lisa is very responsive to all our needs. Kitchen is well stocked, beds are comfy. A/C is strong. Perfect location for us, as we have friends nearby. Will definitely return to the Wright Cottage!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Perfect Mountain Stay

The cabin was absolutely perfect! Everything was spotless, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen and baths had everything we needed. We built a fire in the fire pit one night and spent the next evening just curled on the sofa with blankets…very relaxing. Hopefully we can return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Amazing

Want for nothing. Beautiful home and gardens. Peacefull
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristian S.

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

Absolutely wonderful

We came to Highlands for my brothers wedding, which was only a 4 minute drive from this wonderful home. This home is also only an 8 minute drive from town which was very convenient for downtime. There is a Dollar General 5 minutes away for any of those last minute needs. The home was clean, well stocked and private. We felt like we were in the middle of nowhere. It was so peaceful and convenient. I would highly recommend staying here for any getaway but especially if you have someone getting married at Flat Mountain Farms. We hope to be back! The host was so easy to work with and quick to respond!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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

Loved our stay!

Our family enjoyed our spring break here this spring. The cabin is exactly as pictured and was a great space with room for the kids to run. It was so nice being close to town but feeling like we were out in the country. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

A wonderful Christmas get a way!

The Wright Cottage was as beautiful as its pictures. It was just lovely , beautifully situated, and inviting. Our host had taken the extra step to decorate for Christmas! It was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Plenty of room

We had a great time. Large cottage with lots of property. Fast Wi-Fi and good tv service. We enjoyed everything about the place.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nico R.

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

HOME AWAY FROM HOME!!

My Friends and I were visiting highlands for the first time for a wedding and this house was just perfect. Quiet, cozy and felt just like home! Host was very quick to respond and made us feel welcomed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023