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Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands

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.

Property manager

Shannon Powell

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Dry Falls - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Newly Renovated Cozy Cottage in Highlands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coziest Cottage
Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath (with a loft above the main room too) that is tucked away off the beaten path in the mountains. We took a short hike into town from the cottage and enjoyed brunch. We also lounged around one day, cooked chili in the kitchen and used the wood stove since it was a rainy day. The screened in porch is perfect, but we didn’t use it since it was cold. The cottage has everything you could need. Shannon, the host, was very responsive with any questions or concerns you may have. We hope to visit again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PT, Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Cabin with Wonderful Porch
This cabin is so cute and cozy. The beds were very comfortable with nice bedding. The back porch was perfect, we spent both evenings out there chatting. Location is just minutes to downtown Highland.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and cute!
We visited Highlands for a wedding and really enjoyed staying here! The location was convenient to travel to town and the wedding venue as well. The cottage is thoughtfully decorated and even includes books, games, and a s’mores kit! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberleigh D., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Precious mountain gem
My husband and I absolutely loved Highlands Hytte. Mirror lake is such a perfect location, and this cottage fits right in. Adorable decor with really smart design choices that elevate and maximize the space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
In spite of a raining weekend it was very cozy and relaxing. It was super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay!
We enjoyed our stay in Highlands. Loved sitting on the back porch for morning coffee, easy drive into town, and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin P., Tuscaloosa, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain memories
Close to town. Property manager very responsive. Sweet place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dara r.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
My friend and I felt like it was Home away from Home. We're both homebodies and we throughly loved the cozy cottage. It gave us both room for ourselves after days of shopping, looking at beautiful waterfalls and delicious meals in downtown. Each detail was thought about by the owners well before we arrived. Especially enjoyed the screen in porch and the simple detail of having extension cord for easy reach for cell phones.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike F., Bradenton, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, tiny, fully equipped
For such a tiny place this property sure has it all! We really enjoyed our stay. I was excited to keep all five members of our family (2, 7, and 10, plus my husband and myself) close as can be. Sometimes big houses offer so much space…but less connection as a result. My husband thought I was a little crazy. I loved that the hosts thought to put extra towels in the house since longer stays sometimes require washing if there aren’t extras. There WAS a laundry machine squeezed in which was also extremely useful. The kids loved the loft though I had paranoia about the gaps in the railing. It would be nice to have a TV in the master so kids could sleep upstairs without parents sacrificing movie night, but we were happy to read books etc instead. Kitchen was lovely. We all had a place to sit for family movies, even though we were doubtful we’d fit from the photos! Fireplace /stove worked great. Loved the little wet bar area. Aesthetics were just beautiful which was the top reason I booked:). I am very impressed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend
We loved this property! Beautiful space with everything we needed. Close to town. So cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farrah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a Great Stay
This Cottage is truly cozy. A beautiful setting and perfect location. We loved the morning walks to town and couldn't have enjoyed the screened porch and fire pit more. We had everything we needed and more in this sweet space. The second bedroom is a bit small, but not a deal breaker.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stroud C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and Well-Stocked Cottage
This cottage is well designed and not overdone in both the architectural improvements and in the decor. The location was very convenient to the heart of Highlands. The screened in porch was a particular favorite of mine. The owner is very responsive!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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 .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023