Walk to DT Highlands | Designer Cabin | Fireplace | Fenced Yard | Dog Friendly | Cabin in Highlands
2 Bedroom Cabin in Highlands
Discover one of Highlands' most sought-after vacation rentals. High Hemlock is a professionally designed 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath luxury mountain cottage tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street just a 10-minute walk (½ mile) to Main Street Highlands.
Surrounded by towering hemlocks, old-growth rhododendrons, and mature maples, this beautifully restored cottage offers the rare combination of walkability, privacy, timeless mountain character, and upscale design. Spend your mornings with coffee on the rocking-chair porch, your afternoons exploring Highlands' boutiques and waterfalls, and your evenings beside a crackling wood-burning fireplace.
Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, girls' weekend, anniversary trip, or relaxing mountain escape, High Hemlock was designed to feel like your own private Highlands retreat.
🐾 Dog-Friendly: Well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior approval and a nominal pet fee (no other types of animals- sorry)
Why Guests Love High Hemlock
✔ Walk to Downtown Highlands (½ mile)
✔ Rare flat neighborhood perfect for walking
✔ Professionally designed interiors
✔ Wood-burning fireplace
✔ Fully fenced wooded property
✔ Screened front porch with rocking chairs
✔ Two private ensuite bedrooms
✔ Historic 1940s Wolf range
✔ Vaulted ceilings with antique beams
✔ Fast Wi-Fi
✔ Smart TVs
✔ Dog friendly (prior approval required)
✔ Easy year-round access
The Space
Every detail of High Hemlock has been thoughtfully designed to create the feeling of a luxury mountain cottage while preserving the home's authentic Highlands character.
One guest described arriving here as:
"Like stepping into the pages of Garden & Gun."
Open the screened porch door and breathe in the fresh mountain air scented with firewood and blooming rhododendrons. Inside, natural light pours through oversized windows, highlighting wide-plank hardwood floors, crisp white shiplap walls, antique wood beams, and locally sourced slate finishes.
The result is warm, timeless, and unmistakably Highlands.
Gather Together
The open-concept living area was designed for slow mornings and cozy evenings.
Enjoy:
• Comfortable seating around a genuine wood-burning fireplace
• Dining table for six
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Historic 1940s Wolf range
• Beautiful natural light throughout
Whether you're preparing breakfast before hiking, sharing wine after dinner downtown, or curling up with a book by the fire, every room feels inviting.
Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Suite
• King bed
• Private ensuite bathroom
• Memory foam mattress
• Smart TV
Guest Suite
• Queen bed
• Private ensuite bathroom
• Memory foam mattress
• Smart TV
Additional Half Bath
Conveniently located off the main living area.
Perfect for:
✔ Couples' getaways
✔ Two couples traveling together
✔ Girls' weekends
✔ Anniversary trips
✔ Small families
Maximum occupancy follows local regulations.
Outdoor Living
One of the most memorable parts of staying at High Hemlock is simply enjoying the outdoors.
Relax with:
• Four classic rocking chairs
• Morning coffee beneath towering hemlocks
• Bird watching
• Seasonal rhododendron blooms
• Peaceful wooded surroundings
• Fully fenced property
The quiet setting feels miles away from everything—yet you're only a short walk from the heart of Highlands.
One of Highlands' Best Walkable Locations
High Hemlock sits inside Highlands town limits in one of the community's most desirable neighborhoods.
Guests love being able to:
🚶 Walk to Main Street in about 10 minutes
🚶 Walk to Mountain Fresh Grocery
🚶 Enjoy one of Highlands' rare flat walking loops
🚶 Explore boutiques, galleries, restaurants, and festivals without moving the car
Because parking downtown can be limited during holidays and leaf season, many guests tell us the walkable location becomes one of their favorite parts of the trip.
Explore Highlands
Highlands has become one of the Southeast's premier mountain destinations, known for its cool summer temperatures, incredible waterfalls, scenic drives, outdoor adventures, and charming Main Street.
Nearby attractions include:
• Dry Falls
• Bridal Veil Falls
• Whiteside Mountain
• Sunset Rock
• Highlands Botanical Garden
• Fly fishing
• Golf
• Horseback riding
• Scenic hiking trails
• Boutique shopping
• Award-winning restaurants
• Art galleries
• Seasonal festivals
At over 4,100 feet in elevation, Highlands offers refreshing mountain weather throughout the year, spectacular fall foliage, beautiful spring wildflowers, and cozy winter weekends.
Included Amenities
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Smart TVs with cable
• Wood-burning fireplace
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Historic Wolf range
• Coffee maker
• Memory foam mattresses
• Luxury linens
• Washer & dryer
• Central heating &air conditioning
• Screened porch
• Rocking chairs
• Fenced yard
• Easy parking
• Self check-in
• Dog friendly with prior approval
Dog-Friendly Mountain Escape
We know vacations are better when your best friend comes too.
🐾 Well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior approval and a nominal pet fee.
To help keep High Hemlock beautiful for every guest:
• Prior approval is required
• Maximum of two dogs
• Sorry, no cats or other animals
• Dogs should not be left unattended unless comfortably crated
Good to Know
Located just ½ mile from Main Street Highlands.
Situated on one of Highlands' rare flat walking neighborhoods.
Fully fenced property surrounded by mature trees for added privacy.
All pricing includes our standard fees—no hidden surprises at checkout.
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance, as we cannot be responsible for weather-related travel interruptions or personal emergencies.
Walk to DT Highlands | Designer Cabin | Fireplace | Fenced Yard | Dog Friendly is located in Highlands. Walk to DT Highlands | Designer Cabin | Fireplace | Fenced Yard | Dog Friendly provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Pet Friendly, Pool, among other amenities. This Cabin features Air Conditioner, Parking and Pet Friendly to make your stay a comfortable one.
Walk to DT Highlands | Designer Cabin | Fireplace | Fenced Yard | Dog Friendly has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Highlands has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Highlands, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, this Highlands cabin has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the Highlands cabin starts from $547 per night with includes Pet Friendly, Pool, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Parking, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Laundry, Sports/Activities with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Highlands cabin has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Highlands cabin indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
