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Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands - Highlands | Vrbo

(19 reviews)
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  • 6 Guests
  • 2 full bathrooms

$300/night on avg

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About this House

Kick back and relax in this calm, tasteful Highlands gem. Nestled in the Mirror Lake neighborhood among hemlocks, pines, rhododendrons and oaks, our cozy rental cottage has the best of all that Highlands, North Carolina has to offer. Newly renovated in 2022 with a screened-in porch and fire pit, this luxury cottage is the perfect spot for a getaway. Just a four minute drive to Main Street in downtown Highlands or walking distance through neighborhood streets and trails.

Highlands Hytte is a beautifully renovated mountain cottage that has been transformed into a cozy, luxurious getaway. With spaces for indoor and outdoor living, this cottage is the perfect spot to pause, unplug and restore.

// THE LOCATION //

Highlands Hytte is perfectly situated in a central location—just a four minute drive from Main Street in downtown Highlands. There's also a trail to walk downtown! The cottage is nestled in Mirror Lake, a charming historic neighborhood. Take a short walk down to the lake, find a spot on a bench and unwind.

// THE AREA //

Highlands, North Carolina is one of best mountain destinations in the Southeast. Lined with fantastic shopping and dining, Main Street in downtown Highlands is purely quintessential. Previously just a summer and fall vacation spot, Highlands is quickly becoming a year-round destination. At 4118' elevation, Highlands is consistently 15-20 degrees cooler than many of the surrounding large cities. It's also one of the few temperate rain forests in North America, drawing nature lovers from all over the world. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, Highlands offers an abundance of opportunities for hiking, biking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding and ziplining—all with a beautiful backdrop of waterfalls, mountains and nature.

// THE PROPERTY //

The cottage is nestled within a grove of other quaint cabins in an easily accessible neighborhood in Highlands. Tucked among hemlocks, pines, rhododendrons and oaks, a private yard features a fire pit with four adirondack chairs. The screened-in porch off the back of the house also offers the opportunity to breathe in fresh mountain air. The side patio offers al-fresco dining and a grill.

// THE COTTAGE //

Highlands Hytte was recently renovated in 2022, still maintaining authentic, rustic charm with lush amenities:

- Living room with Samsung Frame TV and wood-burning stove (perfect for game nights, wine nights, movies by the fire or just taking a few deep breaths).
- High-speed WiFi.
- Open-concept floor plan with natural light flooding in throughout.
- Fully stocked kitchen with farmhouse sink and paneled fridge.
- Eat-in dining area with counter seating and hidden table option.
- Wet bar stocked with wine glasses and a beverage cooler.
- Multiple grills available for use, including Komado Joe Jr.
- Variety of board games, puzzles and books provided.
- Two bedrooms designed for your comfort.
- Primary bedroom with queen bed, screened-in porch access and en suite bathroom with double vanities, as well as a tub and shower combo.
- Second bedroom with queen bed, closet and single-vanity bathroom with shower.
- Cozy loft with twin beds to fit two additional guests.
- Both bathrooms equipped with shampoo, conditioner, body wash and Weezie makeup towels.
- Travel crib and portable high chair available for families.
- S'mores ingredients and plenty of wood provided to make a fire.

With large outdoor living spaces and cozy, comfortable indoor living spaces, you'll quickly find Highlands Hytte to be a home away from home.

// THE DETAILS //

Parking is available for two cars directly next to and across the street from the cottage. Additionally, while each entrance requires a 2-5 step climb, the home is entirely one level with the exception of the loft space accessible by ladder.

We've fallen in love with Highlands and know you will too. For each of our guests, we are happy to provide some of our favorite local recommendations, so you can make the most of your stay.
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Amenities Included

Wireless internet
Free wifi
Towels provided
Linens provided
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
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19 Reviews

Property Reviews
At A Glance!
Reviews indicate that this property is a cozy and well-equipped cottage, ideally located near downtown Highlands, making it convenient for guests to explore the area. Many guests appreciated the comfortable accommodations, charming decor, and thoughtful amenities, such as a screened-in porch and fire pit, which enhanced their stay. The host's responsiveness and attention to detail were also frequently praised. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with guests expressing a desire to return for future visits.
Fun stay! We enjoyed our stay in Highlands. Loved sitting on the back porch for morning coffee, easy drive into town, and comfortable accommodations.
Suzanne M. 10 months ago
Wonderful Spot! This house was just perfect for our family of four. It was in close proximity to downtown Highlands. We loved the screened in porch and outdoor fire pit. Host was kind to leave s'more fixings! House had all we needed and more. The loft area is very small, but my 16 yo son was able to fit up there and said he was comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
Robin P. 11 months ago
Happy in the Highlands We recently stayed at this Cozy Cottage. It was perfect for our mother daughter trip. Everything was exactly as it was described. We loved being close to town and the area is very quiet and safe. The cottage had everything we need and the beds were comfy. I would definitely stay there again in the future.
Verified traveler 11 months ago
Sweetest Little Cottage Very cozy for my family of four. Great, quiet location 1 close to shops and restaurants. Our host really thought of everything - the cottage was stocked, we had everything we needed and had a great time.
Verified traveler 11 months ago
Mountain memories Close to town. Property manager very responsive. Sweet place.
Donna P. 11 months ago
Super cozy cottage Our family loved our vacation staying in Highlands Hytte. The house was stocked with things we needed and was beautifully decorated. Plus, it was close to everything. The string of lights over the firepit was lovely, the loft was perfect for our ten-year old and the screened porch was divine for reading and morning coffee/tea. Five stars!
dara r. 1 year ago
First time to experience Highlands! The property is exactly as described in listing! Very cute, and comfortable! Lots of touches that make this cottage so enjoyable to stay in. We loved the location as we could ride our e-bikes around the area and into town (10 minutes). It was cool enough to enjoy outside fire!!
Mary W. 1 year ago
Charming inviting beariffic cottage, didnt see any but they left pawprints to cherish Shannon was a wonderful host. Could not ask for anything else, adorable cottage tucked into the forest in a quite neighborhood, short distances to shops, dining, and the beautiful natural surroundings. Only wish I were staying longer.
Deborah Y. 1 year ago
Fully equipped and beautifully renovated All the details were thought through. We were so pleased with the cottage and all it had to offer. The screened in porch and fire pit area were great additional living spaces for our family of 4.
Emma L. 1 year ago
Great location near downtown Highlands Great cozy cottage for our 4 night winter stay. Downtown Highlands was a 3 minute drive and the Mirror Lake neighborhood has always been one of our favorite spots. We enjoyed the warmth and glow of the wood stove, only wished it had been warm enough to enjoy the inviting porch. We will save that for next time!
Mike F. 1 year ago
Great Place! Amazing cottage in Mirror Lake neighborhood. The house had a lot of amenities with easy to access the town of Highlands and the surrounding areas. We will definitely be going back.
Dominick S. 1 year ago
Perfect Weekend We loved this property! Beautiful space with everything we needed. Close to town. So cozy!
Elizabeth M. 1 year ago
Charming cottage We absolutely loved our time here!! The cottage was so perfect and so so cozy! Will definitely be staying here again when back in the Highlands!
Farrah L. 1 year ago
Cozy Highlands This was just perfect for a quick business trip. There was plenty of room for two and it was a relaxing retreat to come back to. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Suzanne L. 1 year ago
Highlands Getaway This house is adorable! Perfectly beautiful in every way -Great location to downtown Highlands. Very quiet neighborhood with great walking to mirror lake. Shannon is a great host and made our stay so enjoyable- highly recommend this cottage for a wonderful vacation!
Stroud C. 1 year ago
Heaven Very cozy ,clean and very country style. Over the atmosphere around . Cabin is hidden getaway gem. Center of everything . Wish we had more time to enjoy fire work and mores .
Jackie B. 1 year ago
Nice cozy spot Great for a long weekend in Highlands
James G. 1 year ago
Well-appointed Cottage The house is small, but that did not make a difference to us. When not hiking or zip lining, we spent the majority of our time on the screened in porch or at the fire pit. This house is very tastefully furnished with lots of little surprising extras. We will definitely stay again.
Donna S. 1 year ago
Precious house We had a wonderful time at this precious house. It was equipped with everything we needed.
Jennifer C. 2 years ago
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