Tucked away in Highlands, Whittle Pines offers a serene retreat. This historic home features a spacious living area with cable TV, a well-equipped kitchen, and multiple bedrooms. With its covered front porch and expansive lawn perfect for picnics or badminton games.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Whittle Pines- Walk to town, churches, shopping, library and more
Take a walk on the quiet side
Welcome to Whittle Pines, a registered historical home that’s been in the same family since 1926. The home, updated and maintained over the years, still preserves the history and character of a different era in Highlands. The main level has a large living area with cable TV and lots of room for gathering. There’s a separate dining room (seats 6-8) next to the well-equipped kitchen. The main level bedroom is handicap accessible and offers a King bed, room A/C unit, TV and full bath with walk in shower. There’s a nice sized back door entry/sun room accessed by ramp that has a half bath and laundry. Covered front porch with rockers overlooks expansive lawn. Upper level has a hallway bath with an antique tub (no shower there), bedroom (#2) with Queen bed, another bedroom (#3) with two twins, and the #4 bedroom, considered to be the second Mst. BR has a Queen bed with TV, and full bath (walk in shower- no tub) The property is protected by lush rhododendrons, trees and bushes which form a natural boundary for privacy. The large lawn is perfect for a picnic on the grounds, exploring, sitting around the fire pit telling stories, or a game of badminton.
Whittle Pines is a short, leisurely walk to Main Street, restaurants, live theater, library, churches and lots of unique shopping experiences. Pets may be considered with a non-refundable pet fee and pet policy attached to your signed lease. No Smoking *The ONLY A/C in this home is in the Mst. BR on the main level. All other rooms have ceiling fans and windows with screens to allow the fresh mountain air inside. *The fireplace inside Whittle Pines is not to be used for fires due to the age of the home. There is an outdoor fire pit worthy of fine tales, S'mores, and good times with friends and family. *ALL reservations are charged a cleaning fee of $200.00 plus applicable sales tax This home has a two- night minimum, except for HOLIDAYS AND SOME LOCAL EVENTS. The rental app you are using may allow you to make two or three-night rentals during these times, but that doesn't mean the reservation will be honored.
No matter how you found Whittle Pines in your search for the best Highlands vacation rental, it is our full intent to retain any renters for future rentals, and possibly as future home owners as well. We enjoy having renters for the long haul, and have been renting to some for over 30 years. Come join them for the best of Highlands.
Like all of the properties we manage, your reservation is contingent on being accepted by the owner or the property manager on behalf of the owner. We follow all guidelines with Federal and NC Fair Housing Laws, and will not discriminate against:
*Race * Color * National origin * Religion * Sex/Gender * Handicap (Disability) * Familial status
*Holiday/Event reservations may include Spring Break, July 4th week, Labor Day Weekend, Food & Wine Festival, Thanksgiving, and Christmas/New Years. Reservations during Holidays have a ONE WEEK MINIMUM STAY ALL OTHER STAYS ARE A TWO NIGHT MINIMUM. IF YOU ARE TRYING TO RESERVE FOR TWO NIGHTS IN THE FUTURE YOU WILL HAVE TO CONTACT CHAMBERS.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Highlands, this vacation home is in the city center and in the mountains. Highlands Art Gallery and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club. Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Highlands travel guide
Is Whittle Pines- Walk to town, churches, shopping, library and more 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 Whittle Pines- Walk to town, churches, shopping, library and more?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whittle Pines- Walk to town, churches, shopping, library and more?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Whittle Pines- Walk to town, churches, shopping, library and more located?
Located in the heart of Highlands, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Highlands Dog Park, Highlands Art Gallery, and Highlands Playhouse. Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Whittle Pines- Walk to town, churches, shopping, library and more Reviews
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Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This is our 4th year renting this property. It is located about a 10 minute walk to Main Street but sits on a cozy and secluded 2 acre lot. Very convenient to everything.
The home does show its age a bit and the stove and dishwasher both had issues when we stayed. The oven door would not open and the dishwasher did not drain properly.
The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. The large deck and outdoor fire pit were both well used during our stays. The bedrooms all were comfortable.
For the price point, this is an excellent value in Highlands. We'll be back!
Kevin F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Ann B.
15 December 2024
Expansive yard and grounds in Highlsnds
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property has a wonderful outdoor front and back yard with a large fire pit that is perfect for families who enjoy being outdoors. It is super convenient to all of the restaurants and activities in downtown Highlands. It is large enough to sleep a big family. It has not been updated and could use a face-lift with furnishings. My daughter was very concerned about the gas radiators that provided the heat. It was very cold during our stay and I had not asked about central heat. They kept the house plenty warm but made her feel uneasy and worried that her young children would harm themselves. We all agreed that it would be a great property to renovate and keep the charm of the original house.
Ann B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Whitley M.
29 July 2024
A fun old timey mountain house close to town
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our time very much! We saw bears four different times in the front yard! We walked to town each morning for coffee and hikes the trails all over town. We didn’t even need to use our car much!
Whitley M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emily R.
26 October 2023
Perfect Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more at the farm. Perfect location and I loved the fact that there was no smart tv to distract the children. We enjoyed the grounds and how well the family has preserved their historic home.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were in Highlands for a family wedding and were so lucky to find Whittle Pines. I almost wish we hadn’t been so busy with wedding events so that we could have spent all our time ‘at home’. Three of us are architects and we loved being in a historic house. We loved the sunny porch, the beautiful lawn, the short walk to town. The downstairs bedroom is large and sunny and the upstairs bedrooms have all the charm of the sweet old farm house that is Whittle Pines. We loved it!
This is our second stay at this location and it has served as a great “home base”, once again.
The house is older and a bit dated but clean in general. The grounds are really great with plenty of green space and well cared for.
The location is about three or four blocks from Main St. so it is a short and scenic walk to the center of town.
We’d definitely stay again
Kevin F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kevin F.
25 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great location just walking distance from Main Street
The property was very nice on approx 2 acres. It is an older home but it was well kept and in my opinion very cozy and
laid back.
My only problem was that the property manager did not return my calls or email regarding how to check in. I literally had to make four separate attempts to finally get some information on where to pick up keys.
So property good! Location great!
Management company, meh at best. A communication in advance of arrival is pretty standard in my vrbo experience so this was definitely not the norm
Horrible Experience!
Our stay at this VRBO was an absolute nightmare from start to finish. First, they cancelled our reservation at the very last minute, forcing us to scramble and reschedule. Did NOT get my cancellation fee back!!! When we finally arrived, the place was a disaster.
We walked in to find that none of the beds were NOT made, and the sheets on the beds were dirty. It was clear the place had not been cleaned at all. To make matters worse, the towels were filthy too. We left messages but nobody called back. When we finally got ahold of them they were sooo rude!!!
But the worst part was when our grandfather sat on a rocking chair and the chair just exploded on him, resulting in a huge gouge in his head.. blood was everywhere and It was a terrifying experience for all of us. Please look around and update some stuff!!!
To top it all off, the toilets did not work. We were left with no functioning bathrooms for our stay. Make some updates OR don’t rent out!
This VRBO was a complete disaster. I would strongly advise against booking this place.
Jennie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edward L. H.
29 November 2022
Fantastic Thanksgiving with our family!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was the perfect place for our family to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving! The home fit our family perfectly and the grounds were ideal, allowing for a gentle stroll about, as well as plenty of space for throwing the ball for our dog. We’ll be back!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House is a historic gem, in a quiet neighborhood, walking distance to downtown. With all the appointments of a legacy home, I highly recommend this property. Property is large and well separated from neighbors. Kitchen is very well appointed, though dish washer was broke on our visit but didn't hinder our stay at all. Our visit was during October and the cool weather didn't require us to use the a/c, so we can't comment on that though the heaters worked great in the evening.
Charming old house. Some aspects could use updating. Oven door was locked and would not open. One of the stove burners wouldn’t work. Garbage disposal non functional as well. Missed a few housekeeping details such as guest beds not fully made. Overall a nice place and would stay there again.
Jane P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
22 August 2021
Great location uncomfortable beds and furniture in living room
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Furniture needs updatingNew beds would help. Great location
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly T.
12 July 2021
Location, location, location!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful 4th of July week and could not have asked for a better location in town! We watched the fireworks from the back porch. The house was very clean and well equipped.We will definitely rent this house again!
Smooth process checkin and out and cozy , relaxing place and location . Close to town and trails
Bryan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gabrielle S.
10 November 2020
Perfect weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property was absolutely picturesque and the location was perfect.
Gabrielle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site
8/10 Good
James A.
4 November 2020
Home at 760 5th Street
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved the big yard. My grandchildren ran all around the property. Home is a Beautiful old home located very close to city. We enjoyed walking to the downtown Main Street area. The negative about the house was the gas/kerosene system. It got down to 28 degrees on Sunday nite but we were afraid to run the old heater system after we went to bed so we nearly froze. Need to get a central electric heat system and move into the 1970’s ( which is the time when most most home had central heat installed). Also the family photos displayed in the upstairs bedroom should come down if a vacation rental. Don’t want to see somebody’s photos from 40 years ago.
House is in a great location, and had plenty of space for our group of 8. We had no heat upstairs on our first night (propane heater and gas to house was not turned on). I got a response on my 2nd call to agency (about noon). Heaters were very tricky to light. We had to call agency again about 6pm- got a very quick response then. With a large group, be mindful that hot water heater can not handle multiple showers at once. Other little glitches with house: remote control didn’t work in Master and half-bath door didn’t lock. Yard was really big and outdoor fire pit was awesome.