*******Due to the distance and steep incline of the gravel road to this home a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle is required! This 3 bedroom 2 bath home located in the Turtle Pond area sits on 9 acres, Mountain View's from many vantage points, a fire-pit and front deck watching the sunsets! Two fireplaces, one being on the lanai and a fire-pit will ensure a toasty mountain experience during your stay. This home offers lots of mountain charm and has spectacular mountain views from nearly every room, including the back deck where you can sip your morning coffee or afternoon cocktails. Prepared with every need you may have, the fully equipped kitchen and outdoor electric grill assists you to prepare your meals and then relax by either of two welcoming fireplaces with plenty of space for you to gather. Afterwards, head outdoors to roast s'mores at the fire pit. After you've enjoyed the day outdoors or exploring the Highlands area, return home and unwind in the middle of the National forest!
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Highlands
Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the mountains. Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center and Highlands Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Osage Farm and Whistle Stop Mall. Highlands Biological Station 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.
Highlands, NC
What's nearby
Highlands Country Club - 15 min drive - 7.9 km
Dry Falls - 15 min drive - 6.7 km
Glen Falls - 17 min drive - 8.2 km
Bridal Veil Falls - 19 min drive - 13.2 km
Cullasaja Falls - 25 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 103 min drive
Restaurants
The Ugly Dog Pub - 16 min drive
Rib Shack - 17 min drive
Buck's Coffee Cafe - 16 min drive
Madison's Restaurant - 14 min drive
Kilwin's - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Views, Privacy, Screened Porch w/fireplace,claw foot tub,dog friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Views, Privacy, Screened Porch w/fireplace,claw foot tub,dog friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Views, Privacy, Screened Porch w/fireplace,claw foot tub,dog friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Views, Privacy, Screened Porch w/fireplace,claw foot tub,dog friendly located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dry Falls and Cliffside Lake Recreation Area. Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center and Highlands Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This house was lovely. Remote and tucked away in the mountains. The weather could not be better. Though you need a 4x4 to climb the long driveway, the location did not disappoint. I will recommend this place highly and I will like to return sometime soon. Highlands is a quaint little town with fabulous restaurants.
House itself is great. Maybe a touch small for larger families, but well decorated and very clean. Lots of nice little touches. A few cons:Kitchen has the basics, but is on the smaller side. Porch is a bit rustic and the fireplace didn't work great (perhaps because it was very rainy during our stay).Pay attention to the reviews about the driveway. We had no problem getting up the hill in our van during a sunny day, but had an issue after some intense rain. I wouldn't want to navigate the driveway in rain or snow even in a highly capable 4x4. Property manager was helpful in getting us sorted after our van slid in the mud. All in, a pretty house in a beautiful area. Probably best for couples or small families.
Matthew M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
clifford e.
13 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Rough driveway.
All ok except very steep very rough very long driveway was not appropriate for a luxury sedan. Had I known about the rough driveway, I would not have rented this property.
We had a great stay - Holly was very responsive and helpful. The beds and bedding were so nice and comfy! The home is well lit, both inside and outside! Appreciated the night lights strategically placed too! Only a few miles from town and dry falls which was nice and fun! Plenty of seating in living room and at kitchen table which was nice! The woods were definitely bushy (as expected) but we still had a great time exploring with the kids - it was wonderful having so much open space!
Only downfalls: there were massive amounts of yellow jackets - not much I think anyone can do about that, honestly, but they had made nests right by front walkway and back stairs off deck so they were swarming everywhere - we even had to enter through the back door once as there were so many and we already had a few stings. The road is really rough to the house - it was fine in our SUV during this time of the year but I would be nervous during the winter.
Overall we had a great stay in the Highlands, as always, and the house was perfect for what we needed!
Have stayed in several VRBOs and this one was perfect! Very clean and exactly as described, communication from prior to booking through the end of our stay was amazing. Book this cabin, you will not be sorry
My husband and I with our 2 dogs stayed here and loved every minute! We had a friend and her son join us for a night. The home looks small, but there was plenty of room for us all. It’s peaceful and quiet, which makes for a great getaway! Holly was very accessible and helpful! The driveway is a little steep, but it wasn’t at all a problem to drive up or down!
Julie T.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Amy M., Montgomery, AL
12 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Solitude
Fabulous except for the incoming road. Might need a truck or SUV. But once you are there, you won’t want to leave. All you can hear is the wind in the leaves.