With a stone fire pit, a manmade waterfall, an outdoor shower, a granite fireplace, cathedral ceilings, and original handcrafted beams, this vacation rental house in Highlands has luxury design, yet maintains the charm of its 1940's era construction! Other highlights include a chef's kitchen and spacious deck. Just 1 mile away, stroll into downtown and explore at your leisure. Return home to enjoy at-home comforts like central heat and A/C, free internet, and Smart TVs. -- THE PROPERTY -- Walkable Location | Peaceful Forest Views | Deck & Outdoor Shower Escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and indulge in a restorative retreat at this elegant 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Highlands, NC. Bedroom Suite 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom Suite 2: Queen Bed, Twin Bed HOME FEATURES: Flat-screen Smart TVs, granite fireplace, cathedral ceilings, original handcrafted wood beams OUTDOOR SPACES: Wraparound deck w/ dining set & gas grill, manmade pond w/ waterfall, stone fire pit w/ seating KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, Mr. Coffee & Keurig coffee maker, breakfast bar w/ seating, cooking basics GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, central heating & air conditioning FAQ: Access only by stairs, 1 exterior security camera (facing out) PARKING: Ample driveway parking -- THE LOCATION -- IN-TOWN ATTRACTIONS: Highlands Performing Arts Center (0.8 miles), Satulah Mountain Brewing Company (1.0 miles), The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts (1.1 miles), Highlands Nature Center (1.5 miles), Sunset Rock (1.8 miles) TRAILS & SLOPES: Kelsey Trail Preserve (1.1 miles), Satulah Mountain (2.7 miles), Yellow Mountain Trailhead (4.7 miles), Ranger Falls Loop Trail (5.4 miles), Whiteside Mountain Trail (6.4 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley (13.8 miles) WATERFALLS & SWIMMING HOLES: Sequoyah Falls (2.0 miles), Pinky Falls & Swimming Hole (2.4 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (2.5 miles), Dry Falls (3.3 miles), Glen Falls (4.3 miles), Bust Your Butt Falls (6.6 miles) AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (57.5 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the front corner of the house, facing outward toward the entryway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 60 seconds after the last motion is detected