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New Secluded Mountain Cottage- close to DT, Apple Lake, Hiking, ETC

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A wooden porch with a railing, a window with shutters, and a table with flowers.
A wooden deck with green Adirondack chairs, surrounded by trees.
A two-story wooden house with a balcony and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A serene lake with a dock, surrounded by dense forest.
A two-story house with a balcony, a sliding glass door, and outdoor seating.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom3 bathroomsSleeps 22100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Highlands

With a stay at this vacation home in Highlands (Highlands Hills), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. .This vacation home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Highlands-Cashiers Hospital.

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Highlands Playhouse - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zookeeper Bistro - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New Secluded Mountain Cottage- close to DT, Apple Lake, Hiking, ETC

This cozy, secluded cottage with great views is adjacent to Half Mile Farm and includes deeded access to Apple Lake which is a short stroll away. Downtown Highlands and its renowned restaurants, shopping, and small-town charm is just two miles away. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2 fully equipped kitchens, this property accommodates 8 guests. Relax on the serene 3 level deck with views, unwind in front of the wood-burning fireplace, or enjoy one of the many outdoor activities in Highlands.

Bedroom 1: Master suite upstairs with Queen Bed, walk-in closet, and in suite bathroom
Bedroom 2: Double bed on main living level with cable TV
Bedroom 3: Two twin beds on main living level
Bedroom 4: Queen bed in private lower level apartment with own entrance, living area with cable TV, bathroom, and fully equipped kitchen

This cozy and updated cottage includes all the amenities for a perfect mountain getaway. The property sits on over an acre in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood that is just 2 miles (7-minute drive) from all that downtown Highlands has to offer. Take a short stroll to beautiful Apple Lake , enjoy a warm cup of coffee on the spacious and furnished 3-level deck, and cozy up in front of the wood-burning fireplace at days end.

The main home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters in the main living area (central heating and A/C).

The 4th bedroom and 3rd bathroom is in a separate lower level suite (baseboard heating and window unit A/C – note the window unit is rarely needed) with its own private entrance, living area, fully-equipped kitchen, and bathroom.

The top level of the deck includes an outdoor dining table that seats 4, 4 Adirondack chairs, a brand new Traeger grill, and a Solo Stove fire pit. The second level of the deck includes two Adirondack chairs and the lowest level of the deck includes a hammock which is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet with a beautiful view!

Interior amenities include stunning cathedral ceilings and a large, open living room with great views, recently renovated kitchen and bathroom with granite counters, wood-burning fireplace, smart TV with full HD cable package (includes HBO, Showtime, and full sports package), high speed internet access (and great cell service which is rare in Highlands), and full size washer/ dryer.

Interior living spaces include large windows that are nearly floor to ceiling which provide beautiful views and plenty of natural light. Additional amenities include coffee makers, a Keurig machine, Milk Frother, espresso machine (in lower level apartment), toaster, blender, food processor, all utensils/ kitchen essentials, a selection of games, linens, towels, bath essentials, and 2 24” Acer monitors which are perfect if you plan to stay for a while and need to plug in your computer and work from our home!

NOTE – the property includes several exterior stairs and an interior staircase and is not suitable for individuals who have difficulty traversing stairs or unsupervised young children who may be at risk of falling.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Cable television is provided for your entertainment.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Hemlock Hideaway Highlands
Hemlock Hideaway Private vacation home
Hemlock Hideaway Private vacation home Highlands

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