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Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town

Highlands accommodation with balcony

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a stone fireplace, a staircase with a wooden railing, and a kitchen in the background.
A wooden deck with a sofa and a table, surrounded by a railing.
A spacious living room with wooden floors, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a red chair.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, a staircase with a wooden railing, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Highlands

In Highlands .Within a 5-minute walk of this Highlands cottage, you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Art Gallery. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Dog Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Highlands Dog Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Highlands Biological Station - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town

Please read to the end for important information about the rental process.

Hidden Hollow- An adorable cottage within walking distance to town for shopping, dining, galleries, churches, tennis, public pool, nature trails and more. Here, you have end of the road privacy, but are not secluded- very convenient.

This home could easily pass as a three-bedroom home- the open loft serves as the 3rd bedroom, and shares the upstairs bathroom. The great room offers an impressive floor-to-ceiling gas-log fireplace, beautiful hardwood floors, and a Smart TV, making it easy to enter your credentials to watch the programming you're used to. There's an open kitchen and dining area. Covered porch is a nice escape and overlooks the beautiful lush forest and stream- you would never believe you are just one block to town. Gas grill located just off porch. The Mst BR has a King bed and private bath with jetted tub, the loft area has a trundle bed, and the guest BR has a queen bed and private bath. There is a half bath off the great room, and the laundry area is just off the kitchen. This home has central heat and air conditioning, and even though it's small, it "lives large" with all the separate living spaces available.
No Smoking. Only small dogs will be considered. This home has WiFi.

Amenities include:

WALK everywhere!
2 BR home that sleeps 6 comfortably (but 8 in a pinch)
Hiking trails practically outside the front door
Large TV in the Living area.
Covered back porch just off the living area.
Beautifully decorated
This home has a three- night minimum, except for HOLIDAYS AND SOME LOCAL EVENTS.
The rental app you are using may allow you to make two or three-night rentals during these times, but that doesn't mean the reservation will be honored.
******IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RESERVATION******

When you book your reservation through VRBO/Homeaway, the Property Manager handling this property will be notified by VRBO/Homeaway that a reservation has been made.
You will be asked to enter your credit card information, but you will not be charged for your reservation at this time. You WILL be charged a nominal service fee by VRBO/Homeaway. The fee is between you and VRBO/Homeaway; the property manager has nothing to do with the fee.
After the property manager has been notified of your reservation, you can rest assured this property is being held for you. You are booked.
The property manager will email you a lease. The lease will need to be reviewed, signed and returned to the property manager. If you haven’t received a lease within 72 hours it could be because the property manager/rental office is closed. (Operating hours are Mon-Fri 10:30-4) OR you may need to check your SPAM folder. Your lease will have options- usually the price you pay will be less than what is shown because all the options are listed.
The property manager/rental office for this property is a small-town business and we’ve been renting properties for over 30 years. We use VRBO/Homeaway for rental leads/reservations. A portion of your rental proceeds goes to VRBO/Homeaway for their service.
Thank you for considering this rental property AND for your understanding- we look forward to ensuring you have an awesome stay at the property you choose.




Like all of the properties we manage, your reservation is contingent on being accepted by the owner or the property manager on behalf of the owner. We follow all guidelines with Federal and NC Fair Housing Laws, and will not discriminate against:
*Race
* Color
* National origin
* Religion
* Sex/Gender
* Handicap (Disability)
* Familial status

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Front of property
Outpost Inn
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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

2289-139206

Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 Baths Walk to Town Cottage

Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 Baths Walk to Town Highlands

Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 Baths Walk to Town Cottage Highlands

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town to the airport?

This cottage is 57.7 mi (88-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

Is there free parking at Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town to downtown Highlands?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Highlands.

Hidden Hollow 2 BR 2 baths WALK to town Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 51 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jeanne C.

Quaint Cottage in Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the location of this cottage! The layout worked well for us and beds were comfortable. It is of course an older cottage with what you would expect but was very clean. Be aware that parking is limited to one car especially if there are renters in the other houses.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Callahan M.

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

Easy walk to shops and restaurants

Peaceful easy walk to main street
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Hidden Hollow

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything from the house to the location was great.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Amy P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Not clean and when host was notified, nothing was done to rectify. Very disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clif C.

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

Close to Downtown!

Great overall stay. Cool little cabin tucked into the woods, but right downtown Highlands. Perfect to walk to all the restaurants and bars. Highly recommend and would stay again. (There's a slight musty smell, but it is because the house is old, it did not take away from the stay)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jetted tub needed deep cleaned. Needs new sheet. Very wooded and beautiful location, close to downtown Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ignore the other reviews. It's an older cabin so it has a smell but it's not terrible. We brought an air purifier and our own sheets. We used neither. Place is great for price point, location etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend weekend

It was great and the location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Great location

We had a great girls weekend. The house is walking distance from Main Street but tucked away, which was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sami L.

Walkable to everything! A clean home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our Labor Day wedding weekend here. We were able to walk to shops and dinner in 10 minutes, enjoy peaceful mornings on the patio and enjoy home cooked meals with a stocked appliance kitchen. The home was clean, which is a must for me. We really appreciated the amenities and location. Would love to book here again.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jack G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location; however, the smell was almost unbearable. We had to keep the doors open to air out the house. We emptied the dehumidifiers out daily. Moldy / Musty smell. This house needs an air purifier at a minimum!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

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

Great stay for Highlands downtown

We come to Highlands every yer Ar this time to reconnect with friends after Thanksgiving. Enjoying the Highlands and the tree lighting tradition. This location was great for us. The listing was exactly as discribed. Only hiccup was the fireplace wouldnt light.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ankur V.

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

Simple house and good location

Good location in town / near town. Walking to many things. TV is old (no smart apps), but that was fine, forced us to do fun things like play chess and do puzzles!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kathryn H.

Lovely spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The sheets on the master bed were worn thin and pulled. The jetted tub when turned on produced black mold coming out of the jets. The sofa table/ chest in front of the couch was broken and the wood top was just laying on top and came flying off. Needs to be glued down. Other then that it was a lovely place to stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Spring Break

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at the cottage. It was comfortable and fit all our needs. The trails and creek were great for kids.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Julia K.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Highlands getaway

Location was excellent but there were multiple items in the home that were broken or nonfunctioning including an outdoor gate on the porch, the stereo system and the ice machine. The beds were hard and linens (sheets and towels) felt old and dingy. None of this was a dealbreaker given the location, but it left something to be desired in terms of comfort.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ali J.

a lovely stay at hidden hollow

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great experinece at Hidden Hollow. The home was even more beautiful than the pictures could capture. There are trails right from the house that lead to the Rec center and down to a beautiful creek. It is always walking distance to everything in downtown highlands, which was key! The kitchen is well equipped with pots/pans/dishes, etc but they do not provide any salt/pepper/EVOO/butter, etc, so be sure to bring your own spices and basics if you are cooking. We were right at home and had a wonderful stay.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Alli B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Wanted to love it but no.

Unfortunately, due to the mold and mildew issues with this house we will not be returning. The location is spot on and the house was once truly beautiful, but with the lack of maintenance there is a major mold and mildew issue. As soon as you step in the house you are aware of it. If the owners invested in good dehumidifier that drains outside along with a quality air purifier this may be manageable. We are very familiar with this area being a rain forest, but no one should feel like they are breathing in mold while they stay here, much less smell it. I hope this review helps anyone that is sensitive to these issues. Half our family left early with upper respiratory symptoms. I hope the owner thinks enough of their guests to fix these things.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne-Marie B.

Filthy and full of bugs! 1" of dust on everything and BIG jumping camel crickets all over the place

I rented this cottage in the Highlands, NC for my mother, sisters and other relatives to stay during the weekend of my sons wedding. The pictures looked charming and inviting, but when we arrived the bathrooms were full of big camel crickets - the ones that seek out water. My brother-in-law had to go around and kill them all. During the entire weekend, every time someone used the bathrooms they would jump all over and scare you to death. My mother refused to use the bathrooms after she was scared the second time. The entire cottage hadn't been cleaned and there was an inch of dust on everything and the linens were not as clean as they should have been. I was embarrassed and mortified that I rented such a poorly kept place for my family. It was such a traumatic experience for my sister, she texted all of our family with pictures etc. Discussing!!!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Shannon W.

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

In need of some TLC!

The property is in an excellent, walkable location near the main strip, which we thoroughly enjoyed. However, the home itself is in significant need of both interior and exterior repairs. Upon entering, we were immediately overwhelmed by a strong musty smell, likely due to the wooded surroundings and persistent moisture issues. To make matters worse, we found a dead mouse in the main living upon arrival, which was extremely off-putting.The mustiness triggered a severe allergic reaction for me, making it difficult to enjoy our stay while we needed to be there, it was so bad our friends who joined left a day early. While there is a dehumidifier available, it required constant monitoring and emptying to manage the damp conditions. Despite the lease paperwork indicating a pre-arrival inspection, we later learned the property had last been cleaned/ inspected since six days prior to our check-in. Communication with the property manager came after one phone call and a second email. They did refund the cleaning fee, which I appreciated.The exterior of the home is visibly affected by wood rot, and while the large windows provide great views, the lack of window coverings presents a privacy issue that some may not enjoy. We had to hang towels in the upstairs bedroom window and noticed passersby on the path beside the house could see into the downstairs restroom and anyone can see through the front of the home. This property fell short of expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

A guest from Marco Island, florida

Disappointing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cannot recommend due to:1. Air quality.2. Humidity inside.3. Bugs inside.4. Trash outside.5. Poor drainage of driveway.6. Poor condition of dishes & kitchen equipment.7. Tiny TV, inadequate service.There is a heavy musty/moldy odor when you enter the house. It is very damp inside, and the dehumidifier never stops running. Within a few hours we had runny noses,coughs,and itching, burning eyes. Good location, and it could be very nice, but not well-maintained or appointed. The dishes had chips and chunks out of them, and the coffee cups got dangerously hot in the microwave. This was our second year in this property, and not one thing was improved, added or changed. For example, the kitchen sink sprayer was broken and wouldn't sit in its hole. The pots and pans were very old and in poor condition. When it rained, we had to wade through water up to our ankles to get in the door. There was contractor debris outside. The management company was great; we wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Paige R.

DISASTER!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house should NOT be rented until a myriad of issues are resolved!!! These issues I later learned ....date back a few years. The property HAS to have installed an entire house dehumidifier system that drains to the outside of the house. The house also needs screens through out. You cannot open a single window or door to get fresh mountain air which is the entire reason to rent in Highlands in the summer months. The TV did not work. The vacuum did not work! The electric fireplace did not work! The laundry sink leaked and the washer gasket was full of mold. The living room TV was tiny and did not work. . The porch furniture should have been junked 20 years ago. After a heavy rain, you could not get to the front door from your your parking place without ruining your shoes. The road/ street to the house is gravel and full of potholes. One door bottom was completely rotted out exposing a small hole into master bedroom. ALL BED LINENS AND towels need replacing immediately. The dresser and nightstands in the master were practically cardboard. We started calling for help after we were in the house for an hour. We got no help and no hope of help fixing anything. We had to empty the small dehumidifier every three hours....when we were there. I cannot imagine being more disappointed. Why an agency would rent this property is beyond my imagination. Agency offered no help or refund. We left early and would have left the first day if we had not invited guests who were driving 8 hours to be with us the second day.We had them bring their own sheets, blankets pillows and towels. Don’t even think about renting this property! RENTERS BEWARE!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

Hidden Hollow

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cottage is in an excellent location. It is well equipped except for the TV which is way to small for the room. The grill could use an upgrade. We had a very nice 3 week stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Hidden Hollow stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For the most part, we were very happy with our stay at this rental house. The accommodations were great, the vicinity was the best, and the decorations were awesome! The place did smell as though it had been empty for quite some time. There were cobwebs in several places, dust bunnies in the corners, and it just felt as though it had not been cleaned in a while.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

gerard s.

Great Rental Location Very close to Downtwn Highlands

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another great stay for us through the Chambers Agency.Hidden Hollow is an excellent location and the Chambers Agency folks were great to work with!