Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street!
House in Highlands, NC
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
Located on the shore of Mirror Lake and just one mile from Main Street in Highlands is Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House. Our guest cottage is a cozy cottage that has been recently remodeled with all the amenities you need for your visit to Highlands. Our den features a wood burning fireplace with a gas starter. Our bedroom overlooks beautiful Mirror Lake with breath taking views. Our kitchen has a gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, china service for 6 and flatware service. Our cottage also comes complete with a washer/dryer. Flat screen televisions are located in the den and bedroom with cable service. Wifi is also in the house so you can stay plugged in if you like. Our cottage has a nice deck located on the side of the house with gas grill, outdoor seating and a small table. Our deck has beautiful views of Mirror Lake. All of this and just one mile from Main Street!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Highlands, NC
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
Nice accommodations for our anniversary trip. Was able to access lake to paddleboard which was great and really close to downtown highlands. You can’t walk there but it’s a 2 min drive.
Only reason it’s not 5 stars is there’s definitely some moisture in the place which caused a lot of allergy symptoms for me during our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great stay from Thursday through Monday. The landlord originally allowed us to extend our days from Sunday to Monday while the guest house is small and only has a queen bed. It has a pretty outdoors, a grill and the serene calmness of mirror Lake. The standup shower and two doors are tight in the bathroom, but this is a value stay.
6.0 / 10.0
Good
10.0 / 10.0
Quick weekend trip to Highlands. Cozy little place.
10.0 / 10.0
My wife and I stayed here for our 20 year anniversary. It was great. Mirror lake is right off the back deck and is so peaceful. It’s also located close to some great trails and waterfalls. Downtown is only a mile away with some great restaurants. We would stay again for sure.
8.0 / 10.0
The house needs to be finished. Multiple light switches that don’t work or not connected. The couch has seen better days and is hard to get up from.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location near town and with a view of Mirror Lake. Very comfortable and had everything we needed for a brief stay with a lot of coming and going. The floor plan is unusual, in that you have to walk through the restroom to get to the bedroom, but this wasn’t an issue for us. The den is a cozy place for morning coffee.
2.0 / 10.0
The steps entering the house can be dangerous, especially when loading luggage in and out. Also the step going from living room to kitchen is fairly high and I almost fell once.
The gas lighting wood burning fireplace has no instructions, and could be dangerous without knowing how to use it properly.
There is only one smoke detector which is located in the bedroom. No carbon monoxide detector.
Why would anyone put a full glass door in the bathroom? The bamboo shade doesn't help much for privacy!
The TV was hard to figure out, and apparently there are no live local programming. We were watching a movie that was interrupted by a message "please connect to internet", at which time it went black.
The only pluses were the bed was comfortable, the place was clean and the location is convenient.
Maybe younger people would enjoy this more, but for us, we won't be returning
10.0 / 10.0
We love Highlands, and this location was perfect. Close enough to town, but distant enough to get away from the crowds. It's a bit worn inside, but that lends to the woodsy mountainy vibe we were looking for. Would stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved our time here in this property! Very clean, comfortable bed, stocked with all the amenities you would need. It felt like a cozy cabin with gorgeous trees surrounding, yet close to everything.
The view from the bedroom overlooking the lake is beautiful. This cottage is perfect for a couple or someone solo. We were visiting Highlands when the temperatures dropped and the heat worked great in the cottage. The location is fantastic, about a 3 minute drive to the main streets. We would recommend this rental to anyone looking in the area for a nice, cozy, and convenient place to stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Used the cottage as a base to go waterfall chasing for our 45th anniversary. We lucked out that it also happened to be near prime leaf peeping while we we there. The cottage is charming and rustic, and less than 5 min to the town of Highlands. There are many good restaurants, shops and activities to do in the area. The cottage has a comfortable queen sized bed, Tv, wifi, and a fully equipped kitchen. If needed, there is a washer and dryer. The back of the cottage sits directly on Mirror Lake by the dam. Despite being close to the road, it is very quiet, and convenient to everything. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
This is a fabulous little home only 1.2 miles from downtown Highlands. It was easy to find and easy to commute to downtown. The cabin was clean and fully stocked.
8.0 / 10.0
Clean, comfortable, and well equipped. It worked! I wish the property was truly walkable into town, however, it’s not worth risking your life walking on that narrow, busy road with no sidewalk. Yet it is just a few minutes drive into Highlands, A special note should be made that the bed is only a full which is quite a bit smaller than the king or queen many are used to.
10.0 / 10.0
Meet some nice people
10.0 / 10.0
Great location, and just enough space for the 2 of us. Property was cozy, clean, and check-in/check-out process was easy! Would definitely recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Rustic and cozy; perfect for two people.
Good location, close to downtown.
Nice view of the lake!
Enjoyed our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Clean and comfortable. Very peaceful on the lake. Great location-close to downtown.
10.0 / 10.0
Great weekend getaway for my wife and me. This was our first trip to Highlands and Mirror Lake was the perfect place—peaceful, plenty of room, everything we needed, and really close to the village and hiking spots. We look forward to being back soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place for us. Location was perfect. Quiet and peaceful. One little glitch with lock and it was taken care of quickly. Would definitely recommend to friends.
10.0 / 10.0
Close to downtown yet back of the property backs up to a lake. Rustic but clean and comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and value.
10.0 / 10.0
Small and well-appointed, this was nicely located lodging from which to explore town and the surrounding area
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location! The property has a beautiful lake view and was so close to town. Kitchen had everything we needed and the space was perfect for a couple. Highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic location on Mirror Lake with property as described. Perfect for two people. We hope to return in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the cottage. Very comfortable and just perfect for 2 people. Very clean, private and peaceful. The owner Gerard thought of everything you need for your stay. Would come back when we ate in the area again.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful lake behind house and awesome location
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect
10.0 / 10.0
This place was great for my stay. Great location, very clean, and an easy check in/check out. I would stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Comfortable pleasant stay. VRBO listing very accurate and property owner we got to meet and was very kind! Would rent this location again.
4.0 / 10.0
We drove 3.5 hours only to open the door to a dirty uncleared unprepared cottage. Dirty dishes, diapers, pots on the stove, bed messed up, not vacuumed etc. We reached out to the property manager with no luck so we left and drove 3.5 hours back home. We contacted VRBO and finally the manager and are hoping to get a refund. However we lost a vacation and drove 7 hours for absolutely nothing.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect for a couple!
10.0 / 10.0
Short Getaway for Two
This location and property were ideal for a short getaway just for the two of us. It was conveniently located close to town and dining and shopping. The property owner was very helpful when we hit a snag just after checking in.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and size
My daughter and I loved this home. I had coffee on the lake in the morning and we'd sit down there around sunset to close out our day. Very close to town.
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing
A great place to relax and enjoy!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Location
Property was perfect for my stay, convenient to town of Highlands and nearby. Property was very nice, exactly as advertised.
8.0 / 10.0
Peaceful bedroom
I enjoyed my stay in Highlands, Very close
to center of town.
10.0 / 10.0
Summer stay
Great location
Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect!
We were in Highlands for a wedding and this was the perfect location for all the events. The property was the right size for us and a very comfortable stay. Thanks also to the property mgr for bringing us an iron and ironing board when we asked if one was on the property! Very accommodating!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Getaway
This will be my new go to for my visits to Highlands! Perfect for me alone ( or a couple). Has everything you need at the cabin or close by!! Beautiful accommodations and ambiance on the lake. Quiet and close to town. Michael was a perfect host!!
5.0 / 10.0
Property was pristine. Upscale furniture Well equipped with everything needed
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Highlands?
The average price for a rental in Highlands is $654 per night. This rental is $280 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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