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Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street

Cottage in Highlands with kitchen and balcony

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Highlands, NC on Secluded Ridge in Mirror Lake Neighborhood - Yet In Town
Welcome
32' Living Porch and Deck with Gas Grill Enjoys 6.5 Acres of Enchanted Forest
Such Peace - Double Chaise Offers Perfect Enjoyment of Hummingbirds and Others
Life is Good

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
  • Place, Dry Falls
  • Place, Highlands Country Club

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street


Welcome to a place of enchantment. This unique cottage, a blend of the Old and the New offers the bliss of the mountains yet all the modern day essentials. Nestled on a ridge in the in-town Mirror Lake Neighborhood, it overlooks 6.5 Acres of wooded privacy from a wonderful 32 foot Living Porch (2/3 covered) with the enjoyment of Humming Birds, Owls, Starry Nights, and Total Peace. A fenced rear yard opens off the porch. It is an easy walk to Mirror Lake and just minutes away from downtown Main Street and all Highlands has to offer.

The Absolutely Divine Master Bedroom with Cathedral Ceilings is separately located upstairs encompassing an incredible vista and wintertime mountain view. We added an "Fabulous New Sky-Deck" right off the Master Bedroom this year. It is the cat's Meow !! The Master Bath with jetted tub is like being in the woods. The Guest Bedroom with Extra Length Twin Beds (which may be joined to make a King) and second Bath, are privately located on the Main Floor. A Charming Music Room, for those who love Piano, is a wonderful retreat also allowing space for additional sleeping (Coleman Mattress) and offers an adjacent Half Bath.

On those chilly evenings the wood burning stone fireplace adds the final touch of what we most seem to enjoy in our mountains. Welcome home !!

**House will be Closed and Winterized for December through March. We will accept reservations for 2022 beginning 1/01/2022.


Disclosure: Owner is a licensed Real Estate Broker in North Carolina and Georgia acting as Principal.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Non-Refundable Pet Fee ($100 per pet)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1) Put Trash out ONLY AM Mon & Thurs 2) When departing, please turn out all lights, leave all keys inside except lockbox key, & NO Appliances running
Due to the COVID, hand sanitizer is supplied. Please bring your own face coverings, as some establishments are requesting but not requiring them.

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cottage is in the city centre. 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 Highlands Aerial Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dry Falls - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Glen Falls - 10 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanted Cottage - Private, Peaceful, and Only 5 Minutes to Main Street located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert L.

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

Rustic nature stay

If you're looking for a rustic cabin immersed in tree
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, charming and convenient to town. Seasoned property with lovely covered deck. Appliances/ TV are also well seasoned but adds to its charm. Minor issue upon arrival that was quickly handled by host June. Wonderful and spacious primary bedroom on second floor - feels like sleeping in the trees!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Majorie B.

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

Great stay

Wonderful house, very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Roni G.

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

Feels like a Treehouse

The master bedroom was very nice. We enjoyed sitting on the back porch watching and listening to nature. Very relaxing. Some appliances and furniture need updating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Fairytale cottage

Beautiful in the woods fairytail cabin. We loved our host June! Lovely to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiram H.

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

Great location

Nice neighborhood for walking. The house was as described. Perfect for the 2 of us.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay G.

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

Charming cabin with beautiful updates

We loved being in a secluded cabin so close to town. Watching the birds and mountain wildlife made for great wine/coffee time entertainment. Hope to come back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

george J.

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

Summer home

Classic old Highlands summer home with nice new master bedroom upstairs
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isa V.

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

A place for nature lovers.

We loved being on top of the mountain, surrounded be trees. The house was nicely furnished with a personal touch. The bedroom was spectacular. June was always available when we needed her. We would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great Cottage

My wife and I travel to Highlands about four times a year and this was our first visit to this nice cottage. The neighborhood is excellent for walks and access to town. The wood burning fireplace was an extra bonus on cooler evenings. We definitely plan to return here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

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

Idyllic retreat!

This was our second stay. The first stay was for a week with family and we enjoyed the property immensely. It has everytng you need . This time it was just my wife and I and it was just as special. We hope to stay there many times in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Kay T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good location but house needs refurbishing!

Good location but needs to be updated. Everything inside looks as if it came from a thrift store. Porch needs pressure washing and new furniture!! If it is ti be rented, something needs to be done!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis C.

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

Cozy Cabin in the woods of North Carolina

My family and I enjoyed spending 4 days in the beautiful cabin! It was perfect for us, we hiked during the days and we came back in the evening, it felt so cozy and comfortable! There were plenty of sofas and chairs for us to sit and relax! We drank our coffee early morning on the back porch as we were watching many beautiful birds enjoying a treat from the 2 bird feeders and the hummingbird feeder! We saw a variety of wildlife! We felt connected to Nature even sitting inside! The cabin was beautifully decorated with nice furniture and paintings. It is a great place to escape the daily rat race and enjoy some relaxation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

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

Quaint cottage nestled in the trees

My husband and I were celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary with a week in Highlands. This cottage was a perfect setting. Since the weather got chilly we were able to enjoy many fires in the stone fireplace. We enjoyed watching the birds on the lovely back porch where we grilled one evening. The kitchen is small but has everything you need to prepare a wonderful meal. The master bedroom upstairs is light filled with huge windows and a very comfortable king bed. We liked that the cottage had all of the basics we needed to start enjoying our stay right away without having to run to the grocery for paper towels etc. The location is very convenient to Highlands city center. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Treehouse escape

We enjoyed the treehouse-cozy feeling of this property, and having a fenced area in the backyard was an extra bonus. Everything was clean and the bed was comfortable. June was great with explanations/ communication. The only drawback was the well-used furniture on the first floor. We were stuck in the house a good amount of time due to rain, and the upholstered furniture was really unusable. We ended up moving some chairs from upstairs around the 1st floor as needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Regina W.

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

Cozy cabin

This cabin was older but cozy, well supplied and had some unique touches. The deck is spacious and a wonderful place to enjoy nature. The master bedroom was roomy with a comfortable bed and lots of windows to enjoy nature. The host has tried to provide most anything a guest would need during their stay. From the guest's perspective it was difficult to find space for any groceries other than the fridge. Perhaps a few less dishes and/or decor items would free up a shelf or cabinet to store a few groceries for cooking. The living room couch and chair are long past their prime and we found them uncomfortable to sit in for any length of time. With that said, we had a great visit and enjoyed the cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

paula g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I along with our dog spent 4 nights in this lovely home. We had a wonderful stay. The rental was clean and cozy and welcoming for our pet. The fenced yard was perfect as was the location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in this peaceful cottage was very relaxing. Because it is off the main roads we were somewhat surprised how easy it is to get to all things in town. The king bedroom upstairs is amazing! It felt like we were in a very luxury treehouse, with a jetted tub no less. Unique and lovely!! Check in was a breeze. The host even gave us a quick text to make sure all was well!We will stay again, soon, I hope!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

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

Solitude

Totally relaxing stay at this cabin. Very secluded but still very close to town. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy A.

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

Charming cabin

The property was just as described and suited as perfectly. We loved her outdoor space the most, and the host did a great job of providing us with information about the area, restaurants and things to do. I would definitely recommend this cabin. It was very clean also.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

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

Idyllic retreat

We loved our honeymoon here at mirror lake. The property was private and fully equipped for staying in a cooking to your hearts content. Specially loved all of that took us to some amazing places in Highlands.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

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

Definitely an Enchanting Cottage

The moment we stepped inside we felt relaxed and in a perfect place to celebrate Thanksgiving in Highlands, NC. The owner’s cottage, decorated with bric-a-brac, antiques, and even a piano, fit our eclectic style and had everything one could need for a brief stay. And in spite of the holiday, the owner was able to promptly replaced a faulty hot water heater. We hope to experience this lovely cottage surrounded by Mountain Laurels in future seasons.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby B.

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

Quaint and quiet

Fantastic porch views of the wonderful forest. Awesome bedroom views as well. June is a sweet host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

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

Charming, Cozy, Comfortable and Convenient

We were blessed to have had the opportunity to visit this choice cabin during peak leaf color in Highlands! This cabin/ cottage was perfect for our needs. The privacy was great. The location was convenient to downtown Highlands and all leaf trails/roadways. The fenced yard is invaluable to those of us who travel with a pet! The upstairs master bedroom is like sleeping in a cathedral in the treetops ( and in a couple of weeks should afford a lovely ridge/ Mountain View). June is gracious and kind and responsive. She checked on us to make sure we were comfortable and had what we needed. Great trip and experience. Thank you, June.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M., Nashville, TN, USA

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

Great cabin on Mirror Lake

This was our third time at this property. The house is very cozy with a great Mirror Lake location. Mirror Lake is a great area for walking around, and it is five minutes from downtown Highlands.The music room is a wonderful plus. The upstairs master suite is like being in a treehouse with the floor to ceiling windows overlooking the gorgeous woodlands.We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by June Hollis Wise

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Owner is a Licensed Real Estate Broker in North Carolina and Georgia

Why they chose this property

It's next door to Paradise.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, Peaceful, Charming, & Cozy...Just like coming home.

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