Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail
House in Highlands, NC
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 3 baths
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
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.
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Highlands, NC
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Reviews
10.0
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!
10.0
Hidden mountain home in private setting with plenty of amenities for a comfortable escape.
10.0
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!
10.0
This is our third time staying at this property.
Modern, clean and everything you need.
8.0
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!!
10.0
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!
10.0
A really well done house. Enjoy terrific sunrises and sunsets. Very quiet.
10.0
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:
10.0
Great house in great location. The family really enjoyed the close by trails!
8.0
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.
10.0
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!
10.0
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.
10.0
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!
10.0
Outstanding Home
This was our 2nd visit the home and location are perfect.
10.0
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!!
10.0
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!
10.0
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!
10.0
Wonderful stay
Such a beautiful house in a beautiful area! Very cozy and welcoming, not far from town. It was a great stay for a family or for a couple
10.0
As advertised
Everything in the description of this cabin was as advertised. Very clean, beautifully decorated, close to town (4 min drive), quiet, everything in the house you would need to enjoy your stay. As a note that has nothing to do with the listing, food at both Ugly Dog Pub and Blue Bike Cafe was excellent with very friendly service and again very close (5 min).
10.0
Great house
The house was very pleasing to the eye and well kept. It suited our needs and was not far from the main drag.
10.0
Location is better than the pictures!
We loved the listing online, but the location is even better in person!
10.0
Fabulous experience in Highlands
We enjoyed our stay in this fabulous home in Highlands. It is a beautiful home in a beautiful location. Everything was perfect.
Linda A.
10.0
Birthday weekend
We came to Highlands with friends to celebrate my 60th birthday. Great house and location. We enjoyed seeing some of the many waterfalls in the area!
10.0
Relaxing
Loved our stay. Home was decorated nicely. Kitchen had all we needed. Owner was friendly and we plan to rent again soon.
10.0
Wonderful
This was the Best house I have rented in 20 years of using VRBO. It is amazing and we shall return in the future.
10.0
Great House and Location
We had a great time here! The property is near the top of the Rhododendron trail, and the house has windows in just the right spots to see a gorgeous sunrise. Highly recommend!
10.0
Post Christmas Adventures in Highlands
This property is excellent! We even asked the owner to let us know if she ever plans to sell it because we want a shot at it! Clean. Well decorated. Plenty of linens and comforts. I enjoyed the homey atmosphere. Family photos and games that invite your family to be part of their family.
Debbie was awesome! We arrived after a hard freeze with ice covered roads causing major issues for my 2WD truck. We couldn’t make it up the road to the cabin. I called Debbie and she routed us a different way. When we got stuck that way, too she offered to credit our stay if we needed to find other accommodations.
One of the neighbors came to our rescue. He pulled my truck out of the road to a safer spot. We were determined to stay so we unloaded our luggage and huffed it up the hill about 100 yards. The next day the ice had melted enough to to move my truck and our adventures resumed.
An unexpected adventure, a great owner, and nice neighbors (who were exceptionally quiet) combined for a superb time of fun for my family. We will return to stay with Debbie again. No doubt!!!!
5.0
This property is excellent! We even asked the owner to let us know if she ever plans to sell it because we want a shot at it! Clean. Well decorated. Plenty of linens and comforts. I enjoyed the homey atmosphere. Family photos and games that invite your family to be part of their family. Debbie was awesome! We arrived after a hard freeze with ice covered roads causing major issues for my 2WD truck. We couldn’t make it up the road to the cabin. I called Debbie and she routed us a different way. When we got stuck that way, too she offered to credit our stay if we needed to find other accommodations. One of the neighbors came to our rescue. He pulled my truck out of the road to a safer spot. We were determined to stay so we unloaded our luggage and huffed it up the hill about 100 yards. The next day the ice had melted enough to to move my truck and our adventures resumed. An unexpected adventure, a great owner, and nice neighbors (who were exceptionally quiet) combined for a superb time of fun for my family. We will return to stay with Debbie again. No doubt!!!!
10.0
Fantastic in every way
Absolutely fantastic home in great location. Checks all the boxes. By far our family favorite stay - location, decor, cleanliness etc. We will definitely be back. Thank you for sharing your home!
8.0
Beautiful home, strange rules
Take your trash home with you? Really? Coffee maker was a relic and very difficult to operate (and not just by me). Home was very nice. Very clean. We used the wood burning fireplace and while it was a beautiful fireplace, there was an obvious smokey smell in the house while it was burning...may want to get that checked out.
10.0
Perfect location! Perfect house!!
If you are visiting Highlands and want a place that is close to everything and still has the peaceful feeling of seclusion and rest this is the location for you. The home is beautiful and supplies everything you need to make your visit complete. The owner was helpful in every way and responsive to all our inquiries. We highly recommend.
10.0
Great place!
Beautiful house, newer construction, very well equipped, spacious and airy, wonderful deck overlooking lots of greenery, peaceful setting, everything in full working order - highly recommended!! Just be aware that the last part of the drive is a somewhat rutted gravel road, perhaps a bit of a challenge for lower-riding cars, although not bad in our CR-V.
10.0
Another great stay!
This is our second time staying at this house and we really enjoyed it. It’s the perfect size for our family and we love the location. Great trails right by the house and a quick drive or nice long walk into town.
10.0
Fantastic and comfortable “home base”
We absolutely loved this house and hope to stay here again! It’s modern and clean, with a great back deck and comfortable living areas. The location is only about 10 minutes from downtown Highlands, with its cute shops and restaurants. Cashiers, Lake Glenville and amazing waterfalls are also only about 20-30 mins away. Perfect location and great house!
10.0
Wonderful and peaceful getaway
This was exactly what we were looking for in a getaway. The home was very spacious and quiet. The views were amazing and you felt like you were away from it all but you could walk to town. I would definitely recommend this location.
10.0
Wonderful Stay
Our family had a great time at this property. We were impressed by the finishes and artistic decor. Our family hopes we can return for another visit.
10.0
Clearly An Experied Owner
Have rented properties for many years, and this home is excellent. Good communication with owner and I would be hard pressed to find anything missing in this house. Highly recommend.
10.0
Great place! Beautiful house!
Easy rent. No problems
10.0
Weekend getaway
My husband and I wanted a weekend out of town before the holidays with our kids.. This house was in a great location. It was very clean with a modern kitchen and bathrooms. Everything about it was easy and comfortable. We would stay again!
10.0
Loved it!
We had a great time and the house was lovely and perfect!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Highlands?
The average price for a rental in Highlands is $645 per night. This rental is $134 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail. 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 Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Highlands home close to town on Rhododendron Trail?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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