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Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!

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Situated in a forested area, this cabin features a front porch and staircase leading to the entrance.
Stroll through a serene, natural setting along a winding stone pathway surrounded by lush greenery.
Relax in a serene, patio surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable wicker furniture.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed, a comfortable chair, and a window offering a view of lush greenery.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, television, and Christmas tree, featuring a plush armchair and wooden coffee table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is €490
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug

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, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!

Escape to this charming cabin, where art and comfort come together in a warm, inviting space. Nestled just 3 minutes from Main Street, you'll have easy access to Highlands’ best shops and restaurants—yet you're also just 3 minutes from Dry Falls, one of North Carolina’s most breathtaking waterfalls.

This two-bedroom retreat accommodates 4 to 6 guests, making it perfect for families or groups of friends. Plus, we welcome dogs, so your furry companion can enjoy the mountain getaway too! Why You’ll Love It:

Thoughtfully designed with unique wall art and paintings
Cozy living area with a fireplace, perfect for chilly mountain evenings
Located across the street from "On the Verandah", one of Highlands’ top restaurants, perfect for scenic dining on Lake Sequoia
A warm, inviting atmosphere to unwind after a day of exploring

Space: The cottage features two charming bedrooms and two bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom offers a King bed, smart TV, and a detached full bathroom. Upstairs, the spacious suite includes a King bed, two Twin beds, a smart TV, and an en suite full bathroom. This layout is perfect for small groups, two couples, or families seeking comfort and privacy.

Amenities: Our cozy cottage is designed for you to rest, relax, and recharge. Enjoy all the comforts of home, including 3 Smart TVs, Nest thermostats, a gas stove, full-size fridge, dishwasher, and fully stocked kitchen tools. Stay cozy with a one-button gas fireplace and take advantage of the full-size washer and dryer. Outside, unwind at the patio table with a 3-burner gas grill, perfect for outdoor dining.

Location: We’re just 1.5 miles from town, meaning you can reach Main Street in under 5 minutes. Explore dozens of high-quality shops and restaurants, and enjoy seasonal festivals and concerts, all just moments from your doorstep!

Safety: We have a circle driveway—please pull forward onto the street rather than backing out, as Highlands’ curved roads can create blind spots. To keep wildlife away, do not leave trash or food outside overnight. We’ve provided two bear-proof trash cans for your convenience.

Pets: we welcome dogs, so your furry companion can enjoy the mountain getaway too!

Property manager

Andreea Geanta

Languages

English, Romanian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

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

  • Living plant wall
  • Unit size: 1,180 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Dry Falls - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Glen Falls - 11 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!?

As of 20 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! on 7 Aug 2025 start from €490.26, 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.

What time is check-in at Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Cullasaja River Gorge and Dry Falls are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Highlands, NC - Cozy fireplace 3 min to posh Main Street, or majestic Dry Falls! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Songbo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great to Main st and Falls. The house is very nice, clean and cozy. Cross street has a nice restaurant which add on for the long journey travelers. Two minutes has barbecue restaurant. We have a wedding at old Edwards farm, only 7 minutes away. highly recommended. Will go back to the house for vacation. Thank you for the owner giving detail info.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin G.

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

Cozy Cabin

Great location in Highlands. Very clean and spacious bedrooms. The restaurant across the street was a treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

L Glen L.

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

Ideal mountain cottage

Well located Highlands cottage; tastefully rustic without being kitchy. Suited our needs (2 couples for weekend) perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roddy T.

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

Excellent Get-Away Home

Very nice for our family of 4...close to many natural attractions and downtown Highlands!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Great 4 nights in Highlands

My sister, nephew and I had a very enjoyable time in the Author’s Cabin. The only drawback is that we were on a main road and traffic in the am was a distraction. The fireplace is very cozy and really heats the entire cabin. I would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince S.

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

Great cabin in Highlands!

Located less than two miles from town, the cabin is also directly across the street from, as a chef what I consider the finest restaurant in Highlands-On the Veranda!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rusty H.

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

Great value

Great location. The house was just perfect for our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gale P.

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

Highland getaway

This property was perfect for our two day jaunt. For two adults, who didn't want to drive far at night for dinners, the location was perfect. It is close to town, Bridal Fall, Dry Falls, and not too far from Secret Falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylee Y.

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

Short but sweet

We left a coffee cup on th counter that has a crack; it leaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven p.

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

just right

this is a very good place to stay. Convenient to all the things in downtown Highlands, nice furnished home, good kitchen, comfortable beds, and 2 modern bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Highlands stay

Loved the house! Very nicely kept. A bit of road noise, but a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherry B.

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

Great weekend

Great cabin, everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

alanna V.

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

Great two bedroom home

I wish we could've stayed longer. It was a great place. Did not get to spend much time there, as we had a reunion up the hill a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena H.

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

Cozy Cottage

The cottage was clean, comfortable, and cozy!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Cozy Retreat

Great location to waterfalls and downtown Highland. Very cozy cabin with a view of Lake Sequoyah. Has all the amenities that you would ever need for a great stay. Extremely easy check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann W.

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

Charming Cottage

Cozy with so much charm. The location was great. Loved being able to walk across the street to On the Veranda restaurant. Delicious dinner with a killer view! The property was as described, very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

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

Quick Trip Convenience

Walking distance to On the Verandah restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Great stay love highlands and the home worked great

Everything was great and host was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy C.

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

Highland’s escape

Nice place, very clean and well appointed. Perfect for our getaway with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamak C.

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

Beautiful Cottage!

We absolutely loved our stay - perfect location, immaculately clean, all the amenities of home, so cozy & beautiful both inside & out! Kudos to our hosts for providing such a lovely getaway to beautiful Highlands! We’ll definitely be back to stay at this amazing cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie M., Greeneville, TN

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

Great Birthday Weekend!

Everything was wonderful and the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav S.

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

Great property

It was a perfect stay in a very cozy place. Host thought of everything needed for a comfortable stay. Excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

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

Beautiful and peaceful stay

The house was great and in an excellent location. Check in and check out was sos imple. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

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

Great house, dog friendly

We met our adult children with our dogs over the weekend. The house was well stocked and convenient to everything that we wanted to see in the area. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

A Perfect Getaway

Very clean and comfortable cottage close to downtown Highlands, hiking and other area attractions. Hiked two days and afterwards enjoyed the Highlands Wine Shoppe and fire pit to wind down before dinner. Highly recommend the Writer’s Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023