Escape to the serene beauty of the Southern Appalachian Mountains when you stay at this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental in North Carolina. Surrounded by lush greenery and boasting easy access to Mirror Lake, this charming cottage has all the warmth and tranquility of a remote destination while still offering tons of nearby fun! Spend your days exploring breathtaking waterfalls, hiking along a nearby trail, or soaking up the vibrant art scene and local culture of downtown Highlands. -- THE PROPERTY -- Close to Waterfalls | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | On-Site Access to Mirror Lake Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Sunroom: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle, Twin Daybed OUTDOOR LIVING: Large deck w/ covered seating area, dining space, lake access KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, paper towels/trash bags INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, fireplace, dining table, sunroom w/ office space, board games, books, picture windows GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning & heating, ceiling fans, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board, keyless entry FAQ: Stairs required to access, single-story home, inactive Ring doorbell security camera (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip) PARKING: Gravel driveway (4 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- HIGHLANDS HOT SPOTS: The Bascom: Center for Visual Arts (1 mile), Will Henry Stevens Covered Bridge (1 mile), Highlands Nature Center (2 miles), Recreation Park Swimming Pool (2 miles), Sunset Rock (3 miles) WATERFALLS: Sequoyah Falls (2 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (2 miles), Dry Falls (3 miles), Bust Your Butt Falls (6 miles), Cashiers Sliding Rock (11 miles), Hurricane Falls (12 miles), Turtleback Falls (21 miles) OPT OUTSIDE: Mirror Lake (0.2 miles), Lake Sequoyah (1 mile), Whiteside Mountain (6 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley Resort (13 miles), Lake Glenville (16 miles), The Pines Recreation Area (18 miles), Gorges State Park (22 miles), Black Rock Mountain State Park (23 miles) AIRPORTS: Asheville Regional Airport (57 miles), Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (82 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 - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, max 1) - 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: This property requires stairs to access - NOTE: Due to local wildlife, food and trash, should not be left outdoors - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an inactive Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front walkway and driveway. The camera does not look into any interior spaces and will be turned off when guests are in residence