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The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers

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The star of the show - an AMAZING porch!
Gorgeous day at the High House
Gorgeous, well stocked chef's kitchen for all your cooking and entertaining
A very cozy living area with game table, reading chair, and wet bar
Outdoor dinner table with a view!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Whiteside Mountain
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Old Edwards Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Dry Falls
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 King Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3rd bath

Toilet · Shower only

Guest bathroom

Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers

Residing just inside the gated, private, and exclusive Wildcat Country Club, the High House offers a perfectly appointed mountain retreat that comes with a plethora of luxurious amenities and living spaces with panoramic, long-range mountain vistas.

Located within walking distance to the famed Whiteside Mountain hiking trail (the most popular hike in North Carolina), the High House offers guests bright and airy getaway with open living areas, fully stocked chef's kitchen, massive covered porch with gas fireplace and two grills, and 3 inviting and spacious bedrooms, each featuring king beds and private baths, as well as a guest half bath for the main living area.

In addition, a few of the wonderful amenities you'll be able to enjoy during your stay include:

- 75" Samsung smart TV with Sonos Arc sound bar in the living area
- Large circular dining table with room for up to 8
- Huge wood fireplace in the living room (wood is provided free of charge)
- Wet bar with wine fridge
- Dedicated reading/conversation area with game table
- Custom built grill table to a Big Green Egg and Weber gas grill w/ charcoal provided
- On the porch, a 65" Samsung smart TV with a Sonos Arc sound bar
- Outdoor dining area that seats up to 8
- Wonderfully comfortable outdoor lounge seating with sofa and four chairs - Dual 6000 watt Bromic heaters on the porch
- A 4-person golf cart to be able to cruise around and see all the wonderful houses and foliage in the area

The comfort continues in the bedrooms as well, with the primary bedroom featuring a $5,000 Sleep Number king mattress, amazing views, a massive shower area with dual shower heads and seating area, heated tile floors, and double vanities.

The large 2nd and 3rd bedrooms both offer incredibly comfortable king beds with Nectar mattresses, private bathrooms, unique art decor, and a plethora of natural light.

The High House is also equipped with a 40 amp JuiceBox EV charger with a J1772 plug for all your EV charging needs!

Highlands & Cashiers have a huge array of amazingly fun activities - there's too many to list!

A few of our favorites include:

- Hiking Whiteside Mountain
- Renting a boat on Lake Glenville
- Amazing shopping and restaurants in both towns
- Aerial ropes course
- Fishing
- Highlands Excursion
- Golf
- Yoga
- Fitness classes/gym
- All the kids activities
- And more

As a professional host, I'm here to help you have an amazing stay and can advise on the best restaurants, shopping, hikes, tours, day trips, golf, spas, etc and all the wonderful things Highlands and Cashiers has to offer.

We're excited to be able to share this special place with you and show you all the area has to offer!

Property manager

Lee Burrell
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station, while Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights. Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Aerial Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Whiteside Mountain - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Dry Falls - 17 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Chattooga River - 18 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornucopia Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Orchard - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The High House - an amazing 5 STAR LUXE mountain retreat in Highlands/Cashiers located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Whiteside Mountain. Old Edwards Club is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derrek B.

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

Husband/Father

Wonderful home. Even better than description and pictures. Communication with Manager was awesome. We REALLY enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

claire f.

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

Amazing views. Peaceful property.

We loved this home. The views are stunning and the home itself has everything you need. The owner is responsive, chill, and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyse F.

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

Perfect home ! Everything was peaceful and perfect!!

I highly recommend this property. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy P.

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

Gorgeous home with amazing views!

We highly recommend this place! Fabulous home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

North Carolina Getaway

Property was very well appointed and very comfortable and clean. Views were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sinclaire M.

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

Luxury Mountain Home

Two girlfriends and I enjoyed ourselves for a weekend getaway. We each had a room to ourselves with king size beds. The host was extremely helpful and responsive! We were able to find a car service to get us to and from downtown, and we walked to the Whiteside Mountain Trail for a small hike. We would all return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

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

Great Family Vacation

A beautiful home with spectacular views in a perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

The Highest House

We were very pleased with all aspects of The High House at Highlands. Everything was up to our standards and wishes. s/Stephen.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

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

Highly recommend the High House

Good location, responsive host, well appointed with privacy for all and gathering space!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K., Tallahassee, FL

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

Beautiful Home and View

Home is very nicely appointed and quite luxurious. Fantastic location and views. Host is great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susannah W.

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

High House - amazing getaway!

The High House is truly exceptional, and Lee is an outstanding host! This was our 3rd year visiting, and we can’t wait to come back again next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Wonderful View

Great location with wonderful views. A comfortable home with a well stocked kitchen. We have rented a couple of times and will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Amazing Views and perfect location

We had a great quick stay at the High House. Great family spot - stunning views. House was well-appointed, clean, and comfortable. Host super responsive. We’ll definitely be back and hopefully for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell B.

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

Great stay

We loved the house. Great location about 15 minutes to both Cashiers and Highlands. Awesome back porch w/ nice grill setup.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

The perfect mountain rental!

Can't say enough great things about this house. View is amazing. Owner is very helpful. Comfy beds. Fully-equipped indoor and outdoor kitchens. I could go on and on! Amazing house!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Fantastic house and deck

The house was perfect for us. Great space, and a fantastic back deck. Also is walkable to Whiteside mountain trailhead. The host communicated well and ensured we had what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

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

High Praise for the High House!

Absolutely wonderful experience all around. The home is beautiful and so well appointed with everything to make our stay comfortable and perfect. Lee was the most responsive property manager we've ever dealt with and my family and I had a relaxing and amazing time at the High House.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Beautiful Mountain View’s!

This home is fantastic! This was our second stay. The kitchen, the bed and especially the back porch all were incredible! We hiked the Whiteside Mountain trail, which was not far away. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

delynn Z., Birmingham

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

Beautiful , comfortable and great location!

A recently renovated, high-end property with attention to every detail. Not only did it have a wonderful view, but it was also a very comfortable and great place to relax. Lee was very responsive and provided us with some excellent recommendations. This was worth the money and we will certainly plan to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susannah W.

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

Beautiful home, gorgeous view!

The High House is a simply gorgeous property with breathtaking views. Lee was amazing, making sure every detail was attended to - even providing wonderful recommendations of activities to do with our children. We could not have had a better stay in the Highlands! Thank you, Lee!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

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

Top Notch Experience!

We've been vacationing in the Highlands area every winter for the last 6 years. This was by far our best experience yet. The house was very comfortable and well maintained. The drive getting to the house wasn't treacherous. The property manager was very accommodating and made the whole process incredibly easy. We highly recommend The High House!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drake R.

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

Wonderful house

High House was great. The home itself is very comfortable and the view is fantastic. We spent most of our time on the porch which was perfect for grilling and simply relaxing. We would definitely return. Lee was very responsive on all questions and check in issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

Gorgeous mountain house!!

This was our second time enjoying the High House - another amazing experience!! We spent a lot of our time on the porch beside the fireplace overlooking the gorgeous view (the porch even has heaters). This luxury mountain house was designed for the ultimate relaxation experience. The kitchen is also fully equipped with everything you need. The beds are very comfortable too. Lee is the best host and always answered all questions promptly. We can’t wait for our third trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi M.

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

Simply Perfect!

This property is just amazing. There is not one detail that has been overlooked in this gorgeous, newly renovated home. I can't say enough wonderful things .... It is worth every penny!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Fantastic Mountain Home

Pictures don't do it justice. Better than advertised. Great finishes and furnishings. Beautiful views. Private and tranquil but close to both Highlands and Cashiers. Living space was fantastic, but we particularly loved the covered back porch with comfortable furniture, outdoor kitchen, TV, fireplace, mounted heaters, and views!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lee Burrell

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Originally from the southeast, I’ve spent the last 12 years traveling to 60+ countries around the world and have lived in 6 different (and amazing) cities across North America - it’s been awesome and I’ve had the privilege of meeting so many unique and amazing people.

When I migrated back to my home state of Georgia, it was my dream to be able to design and develop unique and elevated Airbnb experiences around the southeast and share them with guests from all over the world - really showing them what “southern hospitality” was all about and bringing smiles to their faces.

When I’m not taking care of my amazing guests, I love doing things like boating, wakeboarding, hiking, kayaking, SUP’ing, working out, cooking, taking in amazing vistas, entertaining family and friends, reading, and traveling :)

The best part about being a host for me is meeting new people and helping ensure they have the best trip possible and get a taste of the “High” life!

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