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Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!!

Family-friendly vacation home in Highlands

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Escape to Tally-Ho, a cozy cottage in Highlands' popular Holt Knob neighborhood, just a short walk from historic Main Street. This family-friendly retreat boasts 2 upstairs bedrooms and 2 downstairs bedrooms with an exterior staircase entrance. Unwind by the wood burning fireplace or enjoy outdoor space and scenic surroundings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!!

Experience the best of Highlands from a peaceful mountain retreat!

Our charming split-level cottage offers the perfect blend of secluded tranquility and convenient access to downtown Highlands. Nestled on a heavily wooded lot 150 feet above the main road, you'll feel completely away from it all while being just a 10-minute walk (less than half a mile) from the first restaurants and shops.

With a comfortable 1500 sq ft of space, our cottage comfortably sleeps 6 adults and 2 children.

Upstairs:
The main level features a cozy living area with seating for six, a wood-burning fireplace, and a 50" 4K TV with a Roku for all your streaming needs. The fully equipped kitchen and dining area make mealtime a breeze. This floor also has two bedrooms:

Bedroom 1: Queen bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Downstairs:
The lower level is a private, separate space accessed by an outdoor staircase. It includes two more bedrooms and a full bathroom:

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedroom 4: Custom-made bunk beds (two twin beds), perfect for kids.
This floor also has a private entrance, a 43" 4K Smart TV, and a Wii game console for family fun.

Amenities & Highlights:

Fast fiber internet

Central heating and air conditioning

On-site laundry facilities

Abundant outdoor space

Parking for up to 3 cars (gravel drive)

Come and enjoy a magnificent stay in Highlands, where nature's serenity meets the convenience of town.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: $500 cleaning fee applies

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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: 1,675 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No wedding attendees, bachelor or bachelorette parties. Noise ordinance @10:00pm. Any neighbor calls result in lost deposit.
Trash Bin must be locked and latched or bears will make a mess. You are responsible for cleanup if animals do get into trash house during your visit.
The driveway is gravel and can only accommodate 2 cars.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: $150 non refundable pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Strict 10PM neighborhood noise ordinance.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500 cleaning fee applies

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
Note from host: Strict 10PM neighborhood noise ordinance.
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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tallyho Walk Downtown House Highlands
Tallyho Walk Downtown House
Tallyho Walk Downtown Highlands
Tallyho Walk Downtown
Private vacation home Tallyho - Walk to Downtown! Highlands
Highlands Tallyho - Walk to Downtown! Private vacation home
Private vacation home Tallyho - Walk to Downtown!
Tallyho - Walk to Downtown! Highlands
Tallyho Walk House Highlands

About the neighborhood

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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Highlands Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Highlands BBQ Company - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!! located?

Located in the center of Highlands, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, Cullasaja River Gorge, and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Tally-Ho- Walk to Downtown- 50 Amp EV Charger!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip of the year.

Grea location forbout stay. Easy access to shopping and restaurants. Nice scenic relaxful house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Highlands

We had a wonderful time at Tally-Ho! Very comfortable stay, quiet neighborhood close to town. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay! The house is beautiful, comfy, and great location. Thanks for having us!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Little Retreat

Perfect retreat close to downtown! The place was great for what our family needed. We really enjoyed our stay. Plenty of space, super convenient to everything, and very clean. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip back to Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot near town

This house is nice and clean and near town. The host was easy to communicate with and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The owners were great to work with, the location is convenient to downtown and the home was very well maintained. Look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

wayne h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location

House was super clean and location to Main Street made it easy to come and go for shopping eating and just walking around. Will go back to Highlands and plan on staying at Tally Ho.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Locatiom

Our family of 3 had a wonderful stay at your cozy cottage! We have been coming to Highlands for several years and this was the first time that we rented a home. The location could not be any better! Your home was cozy and adorable. I would highly recommend Tally-Ho to anyone looking for a special place within walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable mountain cabin

Property owner’s communication and willingness to help was top notch. The cabin was cozy and very clean. It was a perfect place for four girlfriends to have a weekend away. And being able to walk into the cute town of Highlands was a nice bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B., Kentville, Nova Scotia

Cozy cottage !

Bear House was perfect for our stay in Highlands. Close to everything and walking distance to great restaurants and shopping. The house is well equipped and so cozy with a fireplace and screened porch. Lots of wildlife to watch! A great place for a couple of a family.

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming

Lovely home, so close to town that we walked to shop and dinner. Well equipped, comfortable , and very charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne P., Tampa, Florida

Another Fabulous Stay!

We had such a lovely Thanksgiving! This was our second year renting this home and would highly recommend it for a visit to Highlands. The cottage is cozy and so close to town that you can stroll down to shop or have dinner. We also love the neighbors next door who are not only very friendly, they also offered us firewood if we needed it. All in all, just a wonderful stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Knoxville, TN

Great Home!

We were able to stay two nights in this wonderful little cottage. A group of 6 of us, all adults, were in for a wedding which was in town at Old Edwards Inn. The home's location was superb to all of the festivities' venues! The home was very clean and had everything we needed. We greatly enjoyed the hospitality and ease of communication with the homeowners and will consider on our next trip to the Highlands!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill C., Sevierville TN

Very Nice Highlands Home

My parents and I stayed here in July '15 and had a fabulous time. We found the home to be very clean and comfortable. This home is walking distance to town and the neighborhood is a quiet place for a walk or run. We would love to rent this home again. The owners were fabulous to work with. They provide renters with a lot of information on shopping, dining, and site seeing prior to your arrival. We can't wait to go back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend getaway!

Beat rush hour traffic out of Atlanta and got to Highlands by dinner time to start our weekend at the Tree House. The house is beautiful, just as advertised. Easy walk to everything in town, and short drive to incredible hikes and lookouts. Thanks to the Owners for recommending a day hike in the Panthertown Valley area, with several waterfalls, natural waterslide (water nice and chilly - you're in the mtns!) and trout for the fly fishermen. We'll be back!!

10/10 Excellent

Siera L., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Highlands Getaway

I almost don't want to write this review, because I don't want it to be booked out the next time we come into town! This place is wonderful. Traveling with our two dogs, we're very familiar with "pet friendly" homes. They're either not pet friendly or just a little run down/not quality. Tallyho is NOT any of these things. It's charming, spacious, comfortable and well maintained. The back deck was great for us and the dogs to sit out on, even if a little chilly. The kitchen was well stocked, beds comfortable & towels thick & cozy. You can tell that the property owners take great care of this home. Location, of course, is fantastic. Check in was easy. This also would be a great home for two families with the downstairs area. Because it was just two of us, we only went downstairs to do laundry - but the house would be great for a couples weekend or someone with little ones. Overall, great stay and will hopefully be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Very nice stay!

The contact with this property is top notch. The house was just as expected--clean, close to town, nice furnishings and comfortable. It is located in a very nice and quiet neighborhood. The selection of movies is great and games too. We only occupied the upper floor, but the lower level is very nice w/plenty of room. It was too cold to sit on the deck, but know it would be a perfect place to hang on a warm day. There were only a few things the owners could change to have made our stay hassle free. They printed material we were given--via email or what is in the property notebook in the rental do not match. For example, the driveway--we were instructed to do one thing, but the material in the owner's notebook said something else. This was also true with operating the TV and the Wifi. As I mentioned first, the contact, Justin, was fabulous and always available to help us through this. This is a quick fix to have all instructions matching. I would definitely recommend this property to others and I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cute Cottage Close to Town

The house is really close to town and in a great tree covered neighborhood. The place was clean and well-maintained. It definitely has the feel of being lost in the mountains (in a good way). The only two things to consider: 1. Two bedrooms and one bath are downstairs (basement level) and can only be accessed from outside. It wasn't too much of a problem for us because we were all adults, but it did rain and it made going to rooms a bit of a pain. Also, it would be a good thing to consider if you were planning on having kids stay in the basement. 2. Seating is limited in the living room. Although most people would probably be out and about while visiting Highlands, it rained the whole weekend we were there and had an older relative who visited. So, we spent a more time in the house than usual. Other than those two things, the place was great. The owner was helpful and the kitchen is well stocked. They have a big movie collection and a wii. The house really the best of both worlds- hidden in the trees but close to town. We mostly had wedding activities that weekend, so we didn't explore as much as we would have liked, but did have dinner at Rustico on Thursday night. Delicious! Great atmosphere and delicious food.

4/10 Poor

Terry P., Valdosta, GA

Has Potential - BUT in definite need of some TLC!

I rely on Reviews and picked this property due to the Reviews. We were all disappointed upon hitting the Door. I looked back over the pic's and realized - they must be several years old. The property is a little run down and needs some attention. First - it sticks out like a "sore thumb" from neighbors on the street. Needs some Landscaping & pressure washing of exterior, and painting/stain on front/back decks. Mildew & cobwebs were everywhere. Next, when a property accepts pets - you must be extra diligent about smells. We opened the Door to overwhelming smell of DOG. Had to purchase an "odor eliminator" candle in Highlands or we couldn't have stayed. In addition on the SMELL category - the front right bathroom had a constant odor of some type and downstairs smells musty. The home has a dining table for 8 - yet there is only possible "comfortable" setting for 2 or 3 on sofa. Needs additional options for comfortable TV watching. If a home has FEMALE visitors and definitely if people are guests of Weddings - YOU need a FULL LENGTH MIRROR! After the negative - I'll finish with the Good! Location is fantastic! Perfect for driving/walking to Highlands. Perfect for attending weddings in town and distance to Highlands County Club is great. Beds were very comfortable. As mentioned - this property has tons of potential - but needs some updating and attention to detail to be the 4+ Star Property that previous reviews gave it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Morgan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Thanksgiving at Tally Ho!

We had a family of five adults stay at Tally Ho over Thanksgiving. It was the perfect location and also a great size for our family. It was so quiet and peaceful and fully stocked with everything we needed! Thank you Will and family for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our weekend stay.

We loved how close to town and convenient the property is! It has tons of character and is well appointed. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

We had a great stay at Tally Ho! The neighborhood is great with an easy walk to town or quick drive to dinner. Will is a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for our fall break

We enjoyed our first visit to Highlands and are so glad we rented your house. It was perfect for my husband, daughter and I. The house is perfectly located for hiking and going into town. It is also well stocked for anything that you need during your stay and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home in a great location.

I rent often through VRBO and Will was the best host I’ve ever rented from.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming home

We stayed at Tallyho for three nights(4 adults). It’s a lovely home located close to town in one direction and waterfalls in the other!. It’s very clean and coZy with seemingly new appliances in the kitchen. Comfy beds! We especially enjoyed watching several humming birds visiting the feeder on family room window! Will is a very responsive host. A great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022