Highlands, North Carolina Private Mountain Hideaway with 5 Fireplaces!

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Screened retreat with wood burning fireplace with gas starter

Your private mountain hideaway awaits your arrival

Top of the property overlooking the lush vegetation

Main entrance to Blue Merle Mountain Hideaway

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Highlands, NC

Highlands Country Club11 min drive
Bridal Veil Falls13 min drive
Dry Falls15 min drive
Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)120 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Common area 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Highlands and the Blue Merle Mountain Hideaway!

Private home on 2.2 acres offering mountain views with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and 5 stone fireplaces. The spacious primary suite includes its own full bath as well as a large private screened porch retreat with stone fireplace that offers the perfect place to unwind and reflect on the day's adventures. Should you need to work while you stay, high speed satellite internet will make this possible in the office area complete with monitor, mouse and keyboard.

Step into the main level with its open floor plan including a massive floor to ceiling stone fireplace, soaring high beamed tongue and groove ceilings and a wall of enormous windows which flow seamlessly to the wrap-around deck perfect for greeting the sunrise or viewing the night sky while enjoying a wood burning fire. The main gathering room also includes a large screen smart television with access to high speed satellite internet to stream your favorite programs and movies with a queen-sized sofa sleeper. The gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, a breakfast bar, gas range, wine cooler and is open to the living/dining areas. A full bathroom with a jetted bathtub/shower and two guest rooms finish off this level.

A finished terrace level with a fireplace offers additional space to gather and includes a sofa sleeper should you need additional space for overnight guests.
The ground level includes an attached garage and plenty of paved parking as well as an additional deck with its own fireplace.

Located just around the corner from Blue Valley in Nantahala National Forest where you can enjoy bike riding, hunting & fishing, hiking to Picklesiemer Rock House plus other fun trails with numerous waterfalls. Downtown Highlands, NC is a short 4 miles away for upscale boutique shopping, fine dining, outdoor music venues, art galleries and much more.

Weekly discount for stays of 7 nights or more!

Property manager

Karen & Mike Carter

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Here's the picture worth a million words and it's even better upon your arrival

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Fee is req no matter size, breed or shedibility

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Bookings longer than two weeks will require additional cleanings. They will be invoiced/paid directly between guest and cleaning company.

No smoking on the property

The pet fee is required regardless of breed, size, or shedding factor.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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 cabin is in the mountains. Highlands Country Club and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest. Highlands Biological Station 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.

Highlands, NC

What's nearby

Cullasaja River Gorge - 10 min drive
Highlands Country Club - 11 min drive
Bridal Veil Falls - 13 min drive
Dry Falls - 15 min drive
Glen Falls - 16 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

Satulah Mountain Brewing Company - 10 min drive
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 19 min drive
The Ugly Dog Pub - 9 min drive
Wild Thyme Gourmet - 10 min drive
Buck's Coffee Cafe - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlands, North Carolina Private Mountain Hideaway with 5 Fireplaces! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Highlands, North Carolina Private Mountain Hideaway with 5 Fireplaces!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highlands, North Carolina Private Mountain Hideaway with 5 Fireplaces!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highlands, North Carolina Private Mountain Hideaway with 5 Fireplaces! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Cullasaja River Gorge. Highlands Playhouse and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

18 Oct 2023

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

Highlands getaway

We had a lovely time at this property. The home is beautiful and nestled in the woods just a short 10 minute drive to downtown Highlands. The outdoor fireplace on the deck was a perfect way to relax and enjoy outside after a day of hiking. The owner was incredibly responsive and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation. A great home away from home !

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H., Augusta

11 Sept 2023

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

Lovely well-appointment home in a convenient location. Highly recommend!

Comfortable home with the hosts providing nice extras.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bobbi S.

8 Sept 2023

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

Mountain getaway

Nice home and had everything we needed. Enjoyed the fireplaces and porch. Nice home for our family .

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim L., Apollo Beach

22 Aug 2023

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

Cozy environment

The house was beautiful with a cozy feel! The screened in porch was very nice and we enjoyed seeing a few deer on the property enjoying morning coffee. The house is an easy short drive to downtown highlands and also the hiking trails. My husband, daughter, dog, and I really enjoyed our stay!! :)

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian S.

15 Aug 2023

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

Great for Families!

Very functional and accommodating for a family with young children. Host provided puzzles, coloring books and games. Large well stocked kitchen to cook. Master bedroom suite was the perfect spot to unwind and relax after getting the kids down. Very close to waterfalls and downtown area.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen & Mike Carter

Hello! We are the Carters. Karen, Mike, Bentley and Ophelia who are our Blue Merle mini Australian Shepherds that inspired the name of the property. In fact, it was on our first trip to Highlands where we were strolling through Main St. when Bentley became part of our family and it was love at first site. We have recently added Ophelia to our tribe. We enjoy hiking, traveling both domestic and internationally, listening to live music, going to the beach and boating.

Why they chose this property

After visiting Highlands and experiencing the splendor of the area, we knew this is where we wanted to settle. Highlands is perfectly located for our family and friends to come together. Whether we are hiking and exploring the many waterfalls, grilling a family meal on the wrap-around deck, or gathering for a fire on the retreat, this home has space for everyone including our fur babies.

What makes this property unique

Our favorite part of the home is the retreat connected to the primary bedroom. It is the perfect place to unwind with a roaring fire after an active day or to curl up with a good book during a rainy day. A very close second would be enjoying coffee on the main deck while watching the sunrise over the mountains....truly spectacular! Our home has 5 fireplaces, some gas with remote start, some wood burning with gas start, and some strictly wood burning. The location is unique in that it feels remote due to the surroundings, but modern conveniences like grocery, dining, and luxury shopping are only a few miles away.