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Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Lake Sequoyah

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A covered deck with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and two windows with blinds.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A rustic cabin with a dirt path leading to it, surrounded by dense forest.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a large chandelier.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Highlands

Lake Sequoyah stay.With a stay at this Lake Sequoyah vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Bridal Veil Falls. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Dry Falls are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Dry Falls - 2 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Whiteside Mountain - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Western Carolina University - 47 min drive - 59.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬3 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.

Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks

Perfect winter retreat! A quick drive to Highlands Main Street. Across the road from the Lake with gorgeous lake views. Cozy up on the deck in provided white terry bathrobe, warmed by the propane fire table and sip that glass of wine! Spend time exploring the nearby local waterfalls, hiking or fishing. This lake home has much to offer with high speed fiber internet, wood burning fireplace and backyard wood burning fire-pit. Get the entire experience with kayaks included to enjoy Lake Sequoyah.
This wonderful home is less than a 5 minute drive to downtown Highlands and is just down the road from On The Verandah! Featuring 2 bedrooms each with en-suite bathrooms, full kitchen and laundry room, 2 enormous televisions with YouTubeTV and plenty of covered and non-covered deck space!

This home is just across the 2 lane road from Lake Sequoyah. There is lakeside property with 2 chairs and 2 kayaks for guest use. For Hikers there is plenty of trails to explore from nearby Whiteside Mountain to Sunset Rock in town, and right down the road are both Dry Falls and Bridal Veil. Looking for a fun place with the kids? The Biological Station is fantastic! Even the art lovers can find lots to explore at The Bascom right on the way into town.
This home is perfect for active guests who want to get out and explore what Highlands has to offer as well as those looking for a comfortable place to relax.
Charging stations can be found at each bedside, white noise machines in each bedroom and one plush bathrobe per bathroom. Plenty of books and games for those rainy days indoors.
While we want to give you a home where your fur-baby can vacation with you there isn't a lot of grounds for long walks directly on the property. For exercise purposes there are many local and natural places quick drives away by car. Your fur-baby can lounge safely off leash on the front deck with you with a fully latching gate.

*Stairs from the front parking up to the deck and stairs to the kitchen door. Sloped ramp to the back door. When accessing the lake space there are steps down that may be difficult to navigate for elderly or limited mobility
**Potential road noise during peak morning and evening hours & busy holiday times. White noise machines are provided for rest times in each bedroom although the road is quiet during late evening

** This property has a non-refundable 5% Credit Card fee regardless of cancellation policy

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,256 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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks to the airport?

This vacation home is 58.1 mi (85-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks to downtown Highlands?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Highlands.

Hick's Lakehouse, Great views, Fire-pit, Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute home with fabulous views! Clean and well stocked. Close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

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

Great trip to the lake!

We had a great relaxing weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gregg i.

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

Great Cabin

Enjoyed the view and the leaves
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Great location and amenities

We loved this cottage. Scenic view of the lake and super close to town, 5 minute drive. Also close to the river and hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Spring Break

We had an amazing stay at Hicks Hideawy for a spring break, waterfall chasing, hiking trip! We enjoyed the house and proximity to parks, trails, and downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Lake View

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Highlands

Was great for what we needed. Love highlands.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

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

Great place to stsy

This property was just as presented. Beautiful and clean. It was located just 2 miles from downtown and close to all restaurants. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

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

A Superb getaway!

The house was exactly as described and fit our needs perfectly! Everything was pristine! We loved sitting on the deck and letting our cares blow away!! Thank you! We will be back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Adorable Mountain Retreat

We really loved this rental. Close to town. Beautifully decorated and comfortable. Great view of lake. Big TV so we could watch our favorite shows and sports. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angie H.

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

Lake Sequoyah

Good location, clean but had a “ old or maybe mildew smell throughout”
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

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

Highlands getaway

Very clean comfortable home with nice deck and great beds.Road noise on deck with lake view. Steep driveway but can park below. Good local ,close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

Perfect Mountain Escape

This conveniently located cabin provided a perfect mountain retreat. It is spacious, clean, and very well appointed. The large deck overlooking the lake has ample seating including a fire table. Our host, Holly, was responsive and easy to communicate with. Excellent instructions were provided and everything worked like a charm. This "hideaway" provided everything we needed and wanted. We definitely would like to do a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham J.

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

Hicks Hideaway

Traffic noise was an issue particularly in the early morning. Driveway was somewhat of a challenge being quite steep. The property is comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura D.

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

Could be great

Dining and bedroom furniture were of good quality. Living room and porch furniture need improvement. You will hear noise from Franklin Road too.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte D.

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

Lake stay

This house is wonderful! Nice open floor plan. Loads of deck space. Great view of the lake. Very comfortable beds. Whole house was clean. Loved the binder that contained instructions and things to do. We really liked not having to keep up with a key for the house. The combination locks worked really well. My husband loved the All-clad cookware! Also thank you so much for having a freezer that made ice!! Those little things make a big difference. Close to scenic overlooks and two waterfalls just down the road. Our stay was fantastic! Next time we go to Highlands we will stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia H.

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

Lovely Getaway

We enjoyed our stay very much. The layout of the home was perfect. The property manager went above and beyond to help us with local events, where to fish and was extremely attentive. We recommend this place and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie S.

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

Great location

Close to town - clean- comfortable beds. View is not special- but overall very nice stay. WiFi reception very good and TV’s top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert A.

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

A nearby location, easy to check in but close to the road

This property was close to downtown Highlands, which suited us perfectly. It’s very close to the road, so the view shown is across busy 64. The kitchen is well stocked and it was easy to check in and check our.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elaine S.

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

Beautiful setting

The location is ideal, the view of the lake very peaceful and the deck is a great getaway. The only negative is that there is a lot of traffic on Franklin Road so not as quiet as I had hoped for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Beautiful property, convenient location

The cabin was just as described, and bigger than I expected. There is lots of room to lounge. The furniture is nice, beds and linens very comfortable, and the kitchen is well-equipped. I liked being just 5 min from town, although being on the highway gets in the way of hearing the lake noise or birdsong. The view is beautiful and there is lake access and kayaks, however be aware there isn't a dock, which makes swimming less of an option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miriam B.

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

Hiking trip

Everything was great. All interactions were good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022