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Highland Lake Inn & Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star lodge near The Park at Flat Rock

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Balsam Suite | Jetted tub
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Lodge Room with Balcony

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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86 Lily Pad Lane, Flat Rock, NC, 28731
  • Place, The Park at Flat Rock
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bonclarken Conference Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Flat Rock Playhouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Lodge Room

Lodge Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Woodward House Room

Woodward House Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite

Mountain Air Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hummingbird Suite

Hummingbird Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Balsam Suite

Balsam Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Romantic Suite

The Primrose Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Woodward House Room with Fireplace and Patio

Woodward House Room with Fireplace and Patio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Woodward House Room with Patio

Woodward House Room with Patio

  • Resort view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Lodge Room with Balcony

Lodge Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Flat Rock

Close to airport.Stay at this Flat Rock lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The Park at Flat Rock and 2 miles (3 km) of Flat Rock Playhouse. Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site is within 3 miles (5 km) and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Park at Flat Rock - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bonclarken Conference Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Flat Rock Playhouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Connemara - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairi-O - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Highland Lake Inn & Resort

Family-friendly 3-star lodge near The Park at Flat Rock
Highland Lake Inn & Resort offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Highland Lake Inn & Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Flat Rock lodge.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1915
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Highland Lake Inn & Resort offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Lobby lounge
The Lodge at Flat Rock
Flat Rock
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,245 reviews
The price is CA $172
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
The Lodge at Flat Rock

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on unit size
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 25 and close September 06.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Highland Lake Flat Rock
Highland Lake Inn & Resort Flat Rock
Highland Lake Hotel Flat Rock
Highland Lake Inn Resort Flat Rock
Highland Lake Inn Resort
Highland Lake Inn Resort
Highland Lake & Flat Rock
Highland Lake Inn & Resort Lodge
Highland Lake Inn & Resort Flat Rock
Highland Lake Inn & Resort Lodge Flat Rock

Frequently asked questions

How close is Highland Lake Inn & Resort to the airport?

Highland Lake Inn & Resort is 15.3 mi (19-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Highland Lake Inn & Resort?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highland Lake Inn & Resort on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $212, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Highland Lake Inn & Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Highland Lake Inn & Resort.

Does Highland Lake Inn & Resort offer free breakfast?

Highland Lake Inn & Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Highland Lake Inn & Resort?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Highland Lake Inn & Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Highland Lake Inn & Resort?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Highland Lake Inn & Resort have a pool?

Highland Lake Inn & Resort features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Highland Lake Inn & Resort have a restaurant?

Highland Lake Inn & Resort is home to Seasons Restaurant, which features brunch.

Does Highland Lake Inn & Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Highland Lake Inn & Resort to downtown Flat Rock?

Highland Lake Inn & Resort is 0.9 mi away from Flat Rock.

Highland Lake Inn & Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 253 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

rusty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice inn and resort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable accomodations and world class food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and comfortable with a delicious morning buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

RUTH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice grounds and comfortable large rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean with a comfortable bed. The restaurant was a short walk from the lodge. The setting is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Nice staff and a wonderful restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is so peaceful and tranquil. 3rd time here and already planning our next stay
The lake is great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Wonderful place to stay. So beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Excellent dining on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful retreat with gorgeous grounds, lake and a very good full breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

bernyce

Wonderful and breakfast was especially nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Beautiful grounds, very nice accommodations. Restaurant is a bit fancy $$$
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've stayed here several times and always enjoyed it! Celebrating my husband's 76th birthday in the Hummingbird suite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Irvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Visit With Family

Our stay was very pleasant, second time there. The Season’s Restaurant is always good and the staff are exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed 1 night but our room was clean and very comfortable. Food was excellent, the breakfast that came with the room was exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great Weekend Stay

This was absolutely a fantastic place to stay - the only issue I had was the mattress was to hard, everything else was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the quaintness of the old, feeling the seclusion, the game room, the living area. The only problem was there was hardly anybody there (which was very nice) but then when somebody did come in, they put them right across the hall (3 feet) from us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stayed in the Inn was very good, we love our cottage…the game room needs a little TLC but other than that we had an amazing time!
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10/10 Excellent

Alton

Quite Food was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful lakeside Inn nestled in the mountains!

Beautiful Lakeside Inn nestled in the mountains! Excellent restaurant on property. Very friendly staff. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful resort

Beautiful older facility but very well maintained. Lovely private room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cozy and the staff was so friendly. It felt like home!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are like a room in your home. Its so homey and quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yahira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023