Highlands Escape, 1 mile to town - Retreat to the Mountains to Relax

Highlands, North Carolina
$405 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Newly renovated! Relax with the whole family. Peace, privacy, and proximity to the outdoors, world-class shopping, and dining await at this charming Highlands vacation rental in the Mirror Lake neighborhood. Relax in the renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath living space or step outside to fire up the grill and fire pit for a BBQ. Head about 1 mile into town via the Highlands Greenway and explore local restaurants, shops, and entertainment. A unique landscape of waterfalls, trails, and mountain peaks.<br>
We welcome well-behaved pets (2 dogs maximum)! VRBO does not collect the pet fee at the time of booking, therefore, please plan to pay the $125 pet fee/stay when you sign the Rental Agreement after booking.

Covered parking for 1 car, space for 3 cars.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Farrar C.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    This was our 3rd stay at Hidden Bear and we always love it! we've stayed during the Summer, Fall and Winter, and each season has been beautiful. Hidden Bear tucked into the woods in a quiet neighborhood setting in the Mirror Lake area. It's super close to town with quick access to main roads to venture to hikes, shopping, dining, etc. The house is beautiful, very clean, with updated decor, and the hosts were very easy to communicate with and super friendly and accommodating. I have nothing but great things to say about this retreat-type house and our experience.

  • Hollie C.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    Cozy cabin.

  • Denise T.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Amazing!!! We will never stay anywhere else in the Highlands. We have stayed in many places in the Highlands over the past 3 summers and this is absolutely the best!

  • Chris B.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Cute and clean cabin with everything you need! We also liked the privacy and the location is great. We will definitely be back.

  • Marcy B.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    Super cute and well appointed in a very good location. Attentive host and access to lots of activities in the area.

  • Chip C.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Great property just a couple of minutes to Highlands. Check in was easy, kitchen well stocked (bring your own coffee/keurig pods), house was very clean, nice updates, beautiful setting, quiet and lovely neighborhood. Even had a bear in the backyard one day! Can’t really think of any downsides. It was great for our family of 3. 2 adults and a 2 year old. Given the daybed/trundle in bedroom 2, not sure how comfortable it would be for 4 given the second bedroom is small. Overall great, great stay. Don’t have time to use the fire pit or cornhole provided but will make time next stay! Host very responsive with communication.

  • Tara S.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    As advertised. Great location, cute cabin!

  • Libiss S.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    We loved this place! Very comfortable and great outdoor area!

  • Morgan F.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    The location is wonderful and the cottage had everything we needed. Plenty of room for the two of us. Clean, comfortable furniture and home overall!

  • Kristin B.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    What a retreat in highlands! The most perfect location… about 2 minutes from downtown. Amazing host who checked on us. So clean and wonderful touches that made it comfortable and like home. What a retreat!!!! Our favorite place we have stayed in Highlands!

  • Kate S.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Great spot, short drive to town. Beautiful area to walk around and explore. Thanks.

  • Melissa B.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Apr 2, 2025

    Gorgeous neighborhood 5 minutes from downtown Highlands and close to lots of hiking. Home is small, but very nice, clean and comfy. Nice outside area in the back to sit outside. Great for 4 people. The hosts are very nice and easy to communicate with.

  • Wendi G.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    So convenient to town. Cute and had everything we needed!

  • Thomas R.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 28, 2024

    I have never done a VRBO and I wasn't sure what to expect. My wife chose the property and I was a little anxious about what we might get. As soon as we pulled in the driveway, I felt like maybe she had made a good choice. Then, I opened the door and WOW! What an amazing, cozy little home! Everything was clean and new and I immediately felt at home. Bree and Boyd (our hosts) were very clear and concise with instructions and protocol. They kept in touch just enough to let us know that if we needed anything, all we had to do was ask. The property itself is lovely as well, nestled on a hill with a spacious backyard with a firepit and adirondack chairs and a light string around the area that provided the perfect atmosphere for relaxing in the mountains. The other bonus was that the house is 5 minutes from downtown Highlands! We will definitely be back to stay at Hidden Bear!

  • Kelly G.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2024

    Stayed Jun 18, 2024

    I loved staying at this cabin with my dogs. It was very clean and perfect for staying close to town for eating and shopping. I will definitely be back!

  • Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 4, 2024

    This was my second stay here. It is lovely and comfortable. The outdoor dining table and sitting area are a plus. So is the Webber gas grill. The house has been updated. The bathrooms and kitchen are very nice. I hope to return in the future.

  • Heath B.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    Great stay at house. Great location and kitchen was well equipped. Would stay here again.

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