Escape to this chic, multi-story home in the Holt Knob neighborhood of Highlands, nestled among trees with partial mountain views. Unwind on one of three wraparound decks or explore the nearby galleries and live performances downtown. The property offers 2 bedrooms, a 3rd-floor studio with bunk beds for kids and plenty of indoor amenities including a wood-burning fireplace and telescope.
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8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10188 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!
Bask in the trees and partial mountain views at this chic multi-story home in the Holt Knob neighborhood of Highlands! Right in the Southern Appalachian Mountains and a half-mile from downtown, this ideally located vacation rental offers endless adventure. Explore the local galleries and live performances, or opt outside and go hiking, fishing, and more! Then, return to comfort with 2 bedrooms, a 3rd-floor studio, 2.5 bathrooms, and plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities for everyone!
-- THE PROPERTY --
3 Wraparound Decks | Gas Grill | Pet Friendly | 2,028 Sq Ft
This bright, spacious Highlands home is perfect for large families or groups of friends to experience the ultimate Southern Appalachian retreat, with popular hiking trails, waterfalls, and restaurants nearby!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | 3rd-Floor Studio: 2 Twin Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor dining area, patio furniture, gas grill, deck access on every floor, private yard, fire pit, speakers, horseshoe game, mountain/wooded views, hiking trail access on-site INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ Netflix, VCR & stereo, wood-burning fireplace, firewood provided, lodge chic decor, shower/tub combo, telescope KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, dishware/flatware, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, garbage disposal GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heating, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, iron/board, hangers, trash bags, paper towels, books SUITABILITY: Stairs required for access, bathroom on 1st floor, steep driveway FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 2 exterior security cameras (facing front entry & driveway) PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
HISTORIC HIGHLANDS (~0.3 mile): Art galleries, shopping, restaurants, performing arts center, public parks, library LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Highlands Nature Center (1.3 miles), Sunset Rock (1.5 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley (13.6 miles), Goats on the Roof (25.3 miles), Stumphouse Tunnel (26.0 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (46.5 miles) WATERFALLS: Sequoyah Falls (1.9 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (2.3 miles), Dry Falls (3.2 miles), Quarry Falls (6.4 miles), Cullasaja Falls (8.7 miles), Whitewater Falls (23.4 miles) HIKE & BIKE: Highlands Biological Station (1.2 miles), Whiteside Mtn Trail (6.7 miles), Secret Falls Trail Head (6.9 miles), Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Trailhead (23.0 miles), Pickens Nose Trailhead (27.8 miles), Mooney Gap (28.3 miles) FISHING HOLES: Harris Lake (1.1 miles), Cullasaja River (1.1 miles), Cliffside Lake Recreation Area (5.3 miles), Chattooga River (12.9 miles) AIRPORTS: Asheville Regional Airport (57.3 miles), Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (82.3 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ taxes & fees) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - 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: The 3rd floor with 2 twin beds and 2 twin bunk beds has access to the top outdoor deck; adult supervision is recommended for children - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the driveway and camera 2 faces the front entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras do not actively record video or sound while guests are in residence
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Books
Netflix
Stereo
Streaming services
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Free firewood
Garden
Gas grill
Telescope
Yard
Laundry
Laundry detergent
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating 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)
First aid kit
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,028 square feet
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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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Highlands is home to this vacation home. Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Highlands Biological Station and Nantahala National Forest. Cashiers Farmers Market and Andy's Trout Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Highlands travel guide
Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails! located?
Situated in Highlands, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja River Gorge. Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Playhouse are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Highlands Home w/ Fireplace, Views, & Trails! Reviews
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We enjoyed our time at this property. Very clean, easy access and great location. Would recommend this property to friends & family. Looking forward to another trip next year.
Loved staying in this house. My kids especially loved the top floor. Because of how tall it is and the porches, it felt a bit like a tree house. Private, cozy, perfect location.
This residence is very clean and spacious. It always makes our Thanksgiving so special.
Lori L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Anna
3 March 2025
Stay in the Highlands
Overall our experience was good. Highlands, NC is beautiful. Great hiking and waterfalls. Main town shops and restaurants are very nice but expensive. Be aware of times, many restaurants close by 9pm. Our stay was good, house could use some refreshing and updates.
The house was clean and roomy. There were plenty of towels and comfortable beds. The location was very close to downtown. We are repeat customers in renting this house. We plan to try and get it next year also. 10 out of 10.
Quite an enjoyable stay at this somewhat oddly designed house on top of a hill overlooking the Highlands. The driveway is well hidden (and steep) so make sure to watch closely for the house number on a large tree. But once up the driveway, it expands into an area for 4 cars. Kitchen/Bathrooms are all modern and nice. Wrap around decks give it its Treehouse name, and on the top floor you can see over the trees and the surrounding area. Location is perfect- less than 0.5 mile from downtown, and there was always plenty of parking even on a late June weekend. Bruce (contact host) was awesome and great communication.
Jon B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Gary B.
1 October 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The Tower
This rental had comfortable furniture, plenty of quality towels, dishes, cutlery & within walking distance to town. Internet service was good. However, it needs a deep cleaning & attention to some maintenance issues - for instance, none of the windows opened. It would have been helpful to have had some type of home book to guide us on the particulars of this house.
Property as described. Very clean. Comfortable. Enjoyed the decks and views, just wish we didnt have so much rain to enjoy it even more! (The covered patio doesnt protect from rain well). Close proximity to town, "easy" walk in regards to distance (which is why we chose this place) however very steep walk home. Disclaimer: we're from florida so any incline seems steep, haha, but the road and driveway were def very steep! Made for a good workout. Most enjoyed bringing our two dogs for very minimal fee, which we appreciate! Loved our stay, enjoying the house, charming town, and nearby naturesque trails!
Cute house in a great neighborhood that is very close to town. Lots of stairs. Wish there would have been more flexibility with the check in time (3PM) and check out time (10AM).
When we arrived, we were surprised to find out our place was being remodeled and was unavailable. After traveling for 4 hours and family 8 hours, we had to find an alternate place last minute in an overbooked location. This created slot of stress and now I am apprehensive on using BRBO in the future.
Steven M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Aleksandra L.
14 April 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great location
Overall we enjoyed our stay here. The home was huge and we loved that we were able to walk into town (but note that both the driveway & the street the house is on are quite steep!) and the porch is so lovely. The house wasn’t super clean & we had some issues communicating with the host/company with a particular issue, but overall we had a nice stay & would probably stay here again!
This house is bigger than the pictures looked. The living space isn’t huge, but has plenty of beds and a great porch! Sadly, the porch furniture was all blown around from the storm before we got there, but other than that - we had a blast!
We just arrived home from a nice mountain getaway with our family. This home was nice and spacious and very close to downtown Highlands. I emailed with the property manager about several things that were wrong with the house during our stay and still have not received any communication. Overall the house was great and convenient, but would love to have better service when things are wrong.
The property was great overall. As advertised!!! The only glitches were our misplacement of the door code. During the stay, we were unable to lock the front door. The TV was a mystery. Suggest. a written hand book on how the door locks work and how to operate the TV. Wanted to get PBS and NBC on but it was impossible. The thermostat should have an operating manual for those unfamiliar with that thermostat.Written instructions for these three would save a lot of hassle for guests and the local representative.
My wife and I were in town for the Highlands Motoring Festival. The home is close enough town that we could walk to the Motoring Festival and not have to fight for a parking space downtown. The house was well equipped and the location convenient. Our only negative was constant noise from a house under construction directly behind the home. Nothing the owner can do about it, but if you are wanting a quiet stay you may be disappointed. They were even working early on Sunday morning. Roads in the subdivision are extremely narrow and we had to pull off the road regularly to allow vehicles going the opposite direction to pass.
Location is excellent but you can definitely tell this property is run by a management company. House was clean except for the inch of dust on the windows over the master bed. Upstairs TV did not work and after letting Dale know, all he could say was “they were very sorry.”
Everything outside was covered in pollen, so we did not take advantage of the outside seating. Only one burner on the grill worked so we changed our minds on cooking outside.
Ample towels, beds slept great. Overall a 3 out of 5. Pantry was not stocked.
Kiddos wanted to watch March Madness but since the upstairs TV did not work, we all crammed downstairs to watch.
This could be a 5 star house if it was managed by the owners or someone with a personal vested interest.