The Highlands Buck House, Newly Renovated Gorgeous In Town w/ Private Pond

Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(125 Ratings)

House in Highlands, NC

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Welcome to "The Highlands Buck House." We have gone to great lengths to ensure an unforgettable stay. We have been vacationing in Highlands for years and finally decided to get our own place with comfortable beds and modern decor! Our home was extensively renovated in 2018 with the help of a nationally known interior designer. The home has 3 bedrooms and 4 full baths. There are 3 living areas as well as a daybed loft.

We are located in the upscale Bowery Road neighborhood which is one of Highlands best kept secrets, just past the Mountain Fresh grocery (less than 2 miles). The neighborhood has a land trust with an extensive trail system with several gorgeous ponds. One of the trail-heads is just behind our property. Even better, the neighborhood is on level ground and accessible year round.

Our home sits on two nearly flat acres of hardwoods and hemlocks. We have a gorgeous fire-pit patio with ample Adirondack seating, a picnic table in the woods, and beautiful paths throughout the property. At the very back of our property, deep in the woods, sits a marvelous pond with inviting bridges and a bench nearby to sit and enjoy the scenery. The landscaping is lush and the setting is extremely quiet and private.

The home has three bedrooms and four full bathrooms. On the main level is the Master complete with a custom walnut 4 post King bed (literally made for a King or Queen!) and a flat screen television. There is also a beautiful private full bath finished in silver travertine. The more than one million year old petrified sink will surely be a conversation piece. There is plenty of closet space in the Master and throughout the home. There is an additional full bath on the main level accessible from the living space. Upstairs there are two additional bedrooms. The Queen room has a beautiful reclaimed queen sized bed and a full bathroom with a large shower. The other bedroom contains a bunk bed complete with ship lights and an adorable cubby! The lower bunk is a full sized bed while the upper one is a twin. There is also a pack n' play in the closet if needed. The bunk room also has a private full bath complete with a custom stone wall in the shower. Between the two upstairs bedrooms is a loft space open to the living room. In the loft space there is a day bed with a comfortable twin mattress and a twin trundle underneath. There is also a desk in case you need to work or just write down your thoughts as you unwind in heaven on earth! All of the beds are high quality. The linens are extraordinary.

The living space is extensive. There are essentially three living areas. The primary living room has a gas fireplace and a 65" flat screen tv with Netflix streaming. Then there is a connected Den. This room is more of a reading room, but also incredibly comfortable and inviting. There are plenty of movies and books to chose from while you relax and take in the view through the wall of windows. Finally, there is an equally wonderful screened porch with ample seating and plenty of light. This room brings the outside in and connects the main home to the deck where you'll find a stainless steel gas grill, another patio table, and plenty of seating for an outdoor gathering.

The kitchen is large and contains essentially anything and everything to prepare meals during your stay. All of the cookware is high quality and there is a large pantry to store any food. There is also a large laundry room in the rear of the home featuring a brand new high quality washer and dryer, along with an iron and ironing board. The house is stocked with toiletries, paper products, detergent, spices, coffee and tea and more.

The front porch is large and has several places to sit and take in the beauty of the landscape, including a cozy porch swing. There is ample parking on the driveway (please note that we do not include the garage in the rental. The front yard is flat and has a round driveway perfect for kids with bicycles, scooters and skateboards. The house is easily accessible in the snow as the roads and driveway are all flat.

The Highlands Buck House is loaded with character. All of the art is custom and unique. The floors, furniture and accents have been selected with an eye toward the indigenous Highlands reclaimed look. In a nutshell the home is absolutely perfect. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Please note that we do have a strict no pets policy and that the maximum number of guests including children is 8. During Thanksgiving and Christmas we require one week rentals. Also, as noted elsewhere in the listing... we do not have live TV. We provide Netflix streaming and both TVs have numerous other apps that you can log into for streaming. Please do not hesitate to email us with any questions at all.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(125 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Guests loved the clean and comfortable house with beautiful outdoor spaces, fire pit, and trails. They appreciated the convenience to town and the thoughtful amenities provided. The property exceeded expectations in every way.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
Great house and quiet and clean.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This home was great for a long weekend - very comfortable and great location - very close to town but still in a private wooded area. Very cozy reading room. I did not do any cooking so cannot comment on the kitchen or outside grill , but kitchen appeared to be well stocked. Very nice bar area.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Beautiful area! House was as advertised
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
We have been coming to Highlands, NC for a very long time and have stayed in several different properties. it doesn't get much better than this house if visiting Highlands! Close to town, unique piece of property and a beautifully renovated home with great practicality.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Our part of 8 (4 adults, 4 kids) had a perfect Fourth of July stay in this beautiful and accommodating home! The space was perfect and beds were very comfortable! The house was clean and had everything we needed, including firewood! The property is beautiful and the kids really enjoyed exploring out back! There is a web swing for kids and a beautiful fire pit area, with string lights! The candy jar was a huge hit with the kids! Thanks for your gracious hospitality!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Have stayed here more than once. The location is great. The house is super clean and comfortable and we love the trails and fire pit. Certainly will return!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
This home and property exceeded all our expectations. The grounds were beautiful and well kept, while providing all the outside fun for our kids. The house was comfortable and stocked with everything we needed, on top of being a beautiful home to back to after a long day hiking. We would love to stay here again!!
10.0 / 10.0
Jan 2024
We love staying at the Buck House. This was our third stay, and it was lovely as always. There’s plenty of room to spread out, and the grounds are beautiful.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Highlands?

The average price for a rental in Highlands is $581 per night. This rental is $351 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Highlands Buck House, Newly Renovated Gorgeous In Town w/ Private Pond. 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 The Highlands Buck House, Newly Renovated Gorgeous In Town w/ Private Pond pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Highlands Buck House, Newly Renovated Gorgeous In Town w/ Private Pond?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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