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Expansive screened deck, Gas fireplace, Gorgeous views, Firepit

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Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books
Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Highlands

With a stay at this vacation home in Highlands (Mirror Lake), you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 3-minute drive from Bridal Veil Falls. .This vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Cullasaja River Gorge.
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What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Highlands Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Expansive screened deck, Gas fireplace, Gorgeous views, Firepit

Are you looking to escape for rest and relaxation or would you prefer a multitude of outdoor activities, great restaurants and shopping? The Hermitage at Highlands is the perfect place for you! Nestled in the peaceful Mirror Lake community of Highlands, NC, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath house boasts an exceptional mountain view you can enjoy from both the living area and fabulous screened in back porch. Enjoy your morning coffee as you watch the sun rise over the mountains or an evening meal at the porch table once it is fresh off the large gas grill. You can also utilize the fully furnished kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops while watching the fire dance in the gas fireplace. The house sleeps 8 with high quality linens and there is a cozy en suite bathroom for the master bedroom.

To know before booking:
* The AC units are portable, to use if necessary where you need it. There are three units.
** Please honor the No pets are allowed. Anyone found with a pet the entire party is subject to an immediate eviction without a refund.
* 2 of the bedrooms have TV wired for cable. The living room has cable and is a smart TV.
** Firewood delivery $85 before taxes
** This property has a non-refundable 5% Credit Card fee regardless of cancellation policy
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free firewood
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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Hermitage of Highlands Highlands

Hermitage of Highlands Long Range Views!

Hermitage of Highlands Private vacation home

Hermitage of Highlands Private vacation home Highlands

Hermitage of Highlands Long Range Views! Mirror Lake Area!

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Expansive screened deck, Gas fireplace, Gorgeous views, Firepit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful and comfortable home. It couldn't have been better. Communication was great. We loved the location, close to town, yet nestled in the mountains. On the way back to the VRBO one day, we got to watch a momma black bear and her 3 cubs for about 10 minutes(from the car). Thank you for our wonderful accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hermitage exceeeded our expectations in oh so many ways!A quiet and serene setting with ever changing vistas from the back porch it was the perfect home to relax and recharge. We hated to leave and look forward to returning.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage

Exterior not inviting & dark but inside cozy. Host very accomodating. Well furnished.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would rent again!

Clean, comfortable, and well-appointed house. Just a couple of minutes from town, but view from the back porch gives it a "mountain-house" feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girlfriend getaway

The property was just as promised! Clean, spacious and with all the luxuries included! The robes and chocolates were a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KH H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain getaway

Lovely property! Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lori p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Had a wonderful stay at this cute home with spectacular views just outside of Highlands. It was clean and cozy and had everything you need. It is tucked away in a very cute, hillside neighborhood, great for walking. Close to hiking trails and downtown Highland. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right!

We spent 10 days in The Hermitage and hated to leave. This home is close enough to town yet is nestled in the mountains with a fabulous view. It’s a quick drive into town on winding roads that require caution. We loved sitting on the large, comfortable screened back porch as the sun rose looking out over the misty valley and mountains. We filled the bird feeder and watched a wide variety of birds come to visit. The house had everything we needed and was comfortable. The portable AC units are loud but luckily we didn’t need them. It’s a great neighborhood for walking, too. We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George J., Pass Christian,MS

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Very comfortable and everything absolutely new and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highlands.

We enjoyed our stay however location was a little difficult for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A place to chill.

Prefect retreat with a screened porch to boot. A major atta boy from my wife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S., Henderson, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday trip

Had a wonderful birthday trip. The house was cozy. We loved the screened in porch and grilled out every night. Sat around the fire pit one night. Location was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Highlands Home

My wife and I greatly enjoyed our 2 week stay at "The Hermitage Cottage", which is actually a large home on the outskirts of Highlands, NC. It was spotlessly clean when we arrived, and is very spacious with a California King size bed in the master bedroom, (very comfortable) as well as several other large beds, and two bunk beds for kids. The kitchen has the most modern appliances, and is well stocked with dishes, cookware, utensils, etc. It's just a 10 minute drive from downtown Highlands, so it's very convenient for stores, shops, and restaurants. It's located part-way up a small mountain side, but access is easy with all paved roads. They are a bit narrow and steep, but you quickly get used to the drive. The home has a garage where you can pull a vehicle in and close the garage door at night. That makes loading and unloading luggage and other items easy and convenient. The scenery around the home is beautiful, with mountain views looking out the back, and a forested road looking out the front. We took day trips around the area for shopping, meals out, and photography, and had a great time. I would highly recommend this rental home to anyone who enjoys the mountains and color of North Carolina!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Setting for Autumn

Exactly as advertised. Well-designed, solidly built, warm house that easily accommodated 6 adults in a beautiful area of North Carolina. Weather was a bit chilly to sit out on the perfect screened porch with long-range views, so we moved our cocktails to the fire pit and soaked in the fall color.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

This is a lovely home. Comfortable beds and a wonderful view of the mountains. The house is about 5 minutes from Main Street or 20 from Cashiers. The only negative is the AC isn't central air. They have free-standing units in every room. They work well, but are very loud.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hermitage

The property was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C., Evans, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home!

Wonderful, home with a beautiful view! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highlands Hideout!

Home was lovely! Everyone had enough space for private time, tv time, outdoor time, views, fireplaces indoors and outdoors, all the things I wanted!! Plus had extras of convenient items like keurig coffee pods and some paper products!! Great service too!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation

House surpassed my expectations. So clean and well stocked. Weather was wonderful and view was beautiful. No one was ready to leave.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reed M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great view and location

We enjoyed the home immensely and the property management company (especially Holly at Galax Rentals - thank you). It’s a great setting with with well appointed bedrooms, kitchen, living room and porch. Use of the garage also makes it easy to turn around even large SUVs in case the other front parking space is in use by guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view in a Peaceful, Perfect Location Minutes from Downtown Highlands

My family and I love Highlands but typically stay in neighboring areas for the better views. This property had it all. It was bright and well decorated with plenty of room to spread out. We had everything we needed. The towels were abundant, thick, and luxurious. The beds were super comfortable. Perfect for resting from long days of hiking and sightseeing. The kitchen had great non stick pots, a waffle maker, and all the cooking and baking tools you could need. As an added bonus, it was well stocked with condiments, herbs and spices. And the view was so beautiful, especially in the morning at sunrise. Best of all, it took only 6 minutes to get to Main Street Highlands for great dining and shopping. This is the only place I want to stay when I come back to Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. It was fresh and clean, well-appointed and well-equipped as far as towels, extra blankets, and the kitchen had everything we need. It is sunny and bright with a nice view, and cosy at night. You cannot beat its location-close to town, waterfalls, the museum, etc. Property managers are very communicative and helpful. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

The house had a great view, in a great neighborhood, close to town. We had 6 adults and an infant and there was plenty of room and the den area was comfortable for gathering. The house was updated and we had everything we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021