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Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Biological Station
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

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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.

Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail

At 4000+ feet, we're about 20 min walk to Highlands on the Rhododendron Trail. Our light and sunny 2 bed/2.5 bath home is located in a quiet neighborhood with a beautiful forest behind it. Floor to ceiling shiplap, hardwood floors, custom fixtures, gas fireplace, outdoor porch overlooking the woods, Wifi, TV, washer/dryer, loaded kitchen. Classic Highlands charm with all the modern comforts. Hike, fish, bike, shop or relax!

A perfect hideaway for a honeymoon couple, couples getting away for the weekend, a family with young children, solo adventurers seeking a solemn retreat or business travelers.

Downstairs is an open floor plan with the kitchen, living room and dining room. The spacious living room has high ceilings, a large comfortable sofa, TV & gas fireplace. The dining room seats six people with large windows to enjoy the view. The kitchen has granite counter tops, farm sink with disposal, large fridge, microwave, oven, coffee maker, icemaker, dishes, pot & pans, utensils, etc. A full size modern washer & dryer are off the kitchen, as well as, a half bath.

The master bedroom is downstairs and has a queen size bed, large bathroom with walk-in shower and bench and large custom vanity. There is access to the back porch to enjoy a cup of coffee before everyone else gets up.

Bedroom # 2 is upstairs with a queen bed and the bathroom is next to the bedroom with a custom vanity and ceramic shower/tub combination. There is also a den upstairs with TV, game area and upstairs small deck to enjoy the sunrise.

The outdoor back porch has outdoor lighting, fan, small gas fire pit, grill and dining table for four. A perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sunset.

We are located about one mile from downtown Highlands and you can walk to town from our house (about 20 minute walk). The Rhododendron Trail is right next to our house for a great hike around the neighborhood.

Whether you want to relax by the fireplace, hike to local waterfalls and trails or enjoy Highlands’ upscale restaurants and shopping district, our house is a little piece of heaven!

Other things to note: We stock the house with sheets, bath and kitchen towels. The drive way is slightly steep. Parking is also available at the bottom of the hill for one car. We have a “no pets” policy to accommodate our guests who may have allergies.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Highlands Biological Station. Features include laundry facilities. The holiday home offers a kitchen and a washer/dryer.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 3-minute drive from Highlands Biological Station
Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please lay the used sheets and towels on top of the washing machine in the laundry room

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We have a septic tank – except for toilet paper, please do not flush any products down the toilet.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house. Spacious and clean. Two comfortable bedrooms. Nice kitchen and living rooms. Attentive host . Easy in and eady out
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Julie S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, close to town, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!! The house was very comfortable with everything we needed and the location is great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is conveniently located. Everything was extremely clean. The house is well decorated with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highlands stay

Family of 4 attending wedding Clear instructions about the house. Very comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a cute place!

We loved the house. The check in process was easy and simple. The house was so cute and was perfect for our weekend away for a wedding in Highlands. We had a fabulous stay, we wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

This is a great house! Very clean, well appointed kitchen, plenty of space. There are lots of stairs and steep inclines if that’s a concern. The host was very communicative and accommodating. We had crummy weather so spent lots of time at the house, which ended up being great! I would stay here again for sure, with friends or family. A very quick drive to town and Highlands is wonderful as always. Our favorite meal was The Ruffed Grouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William W., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin was clean and in a great location to trails or a walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain House has it all

We have been to the highlands area many times and just loved Debbie’s house. It’s well laid out, very roomy, bright, super clean, great decor, well equipped with everything you need. The location was amazing - can walk to Town through the trails. The house info book was super helpful as were the many books on the area. Debbie was very responsive to our questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quentin and Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful mountain home

Hidden mountain home in private setting with plenty of amenities for a comfortable escape.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely home away from home!

We loved our stay at this fabulous mountain home! Lots of windows with plenty of natural light. No mountain views since the trees were fully leafed out, but the canopy was so pretty and we felt like we were in a tree house. Beautifully decorated, very clean, and a great kitchen. Debbie is a wonderful host, and check-in and out were a breeze. Great location and very close to Main Street. We struggled a bit in our Mercedes sedan (no 4WD) on the gravel roads and driveway, and the concrete slab "ramps" were a big help in getting up and down the driveway. Luckily, we had good weather during our stay; however, we're not sure we could've managed our comings and goings as well in inclement weather. Overall, a great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot near the Rhododendron Trail

This is our third time staying at this property. Modern, clean and everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nearly perfect

Beautiful and beautifully-appointed house. Great location, tucked away but close to town and nearby hiking. Very well equipped. Would have given a 5 but we were required to take our garbage with us. But overall, a great house!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house in the woods!

We truly enjoyed staying at this property with my 2-year-old son and my friends! Beautiful occasion in the woods, with lots of little trails close by that allow you to easily get into town. The driveway was a bit hard for our Toyota Highlander front wheel drive, but still worth the stay! And it has a nice open living room dining room area-That was perfect for my 2-year-old to run around, and a large table so we could play board games at night! We would definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Private, terrific sunsets

A really well done house. Enjoy terrific sunrises and sunsets. Very quiet.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway experience

The home was fantastic. This is our second stay at this location. From the location in the trees right next to a hiking trail to having a fire each night in the wood burning fireplace this home is amazing. From check in to check out, everything was perfect:
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cooper L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quick getaway

Great house in great location. The family really enjoyed the close by trails!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home!

We had a great stay at Debbie’s property for our yearly Thanksgiving trip! The home was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. Perfect for myself, my husband, and parents. Just a short drive into town so it was perfect proximity for all there is to do. Only issue we ran into was that our Nissan Armada was far too large to be in that driveway or safely get out. There are two concrete slabs to help you get up the driveway but the top became slippery and difficult to maneuver once we got up there. The home was lovely and we would book again in a heartbeat but would bring a different vehicle next time for ease of use.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely beautiful home and area

We drove in from PA for my nephews wedding and the area did not disappoint. The home is close to town and a very short drive to Highlands Country Club. We can't wait to go back! If it is a nice day I suggest you walk to town. Parking is at a premium. We parked 3 blocks from Main Street and joked we should have just walked. The home is gorgeous! My kiddos loved the rock formations and woods. Beautiful, beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destination wedding adventure

First time we used VRBO, family attended a destination wedding in North Carolina . Stayed in small private home in the hills. Owner very helpful with lots of follow up information including directions, local activities and house responsibilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Whitney and Jason S., Oxford, MS

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place!

My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary with a trip to Highlands. This house was absolutely wonderful! Close to town and convenient but also had a secluded feel. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Home

This was our 2nd visit the home and location are perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Weekend

Decided to surprise my wife for her birthday with a weekend away to our favorite place. First time staying here and we’d definitely stay here again. Beautiful home, nicely decorated, convenient to town…and woke up to snow. What a weekend full of memories. Thank you Debbie for communication! Loved, loved, loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Mountain Retreat!

We had a great time! The home is wonderful and perfect for enjoying all Highlands has to offer...nature, hiking, dining, shopping...it's all very close. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful mountain hideaway

This house was amazing. The house was absolutely spotless. I was so amazed with the beautiful decor throughout the house and stunning Mountain Views. The house has plenty of space for everyone to spread out or gather in the nice living room. The host was very prompt with her responses and she even provided great directions to the house so we we would not be lost. Lastly, it was just minutes from town by car, but offered stunning Mountain Views. I highly recommend this house for any stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021