Charming cottage near Mirror Lake and downtown Highlands!

Highlands, North Carolina
$365 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Nestled on 1 acre in hemlocks, pines, rhododendrons and oaks, our comfortable cottage in the Mirror Lake neighborhood has the best of all that Highlands has to offer. We’re a five minute walk through small neighborhood roads from the lake, a five minute walk to the mill creek greenway, a trail through the woods that passes the Bascom art center and leads to downtown. We’re a three minute drive to all of the stores and restaurants in downtown Highlands. Our home has an open floorplan with vaulted ceilings and a wood burning fireplace. The house is comfortably furnished and thoughtfully decorated, and includes our own art work; architectural drawings, paintings, and hand-made porcelain dinnerware. The house comfortably sleeps 5 and offers all the expected comforts like cable TV, wifi and a well-appointed kitchen. Sit on a rocking chair on the front porch and listen to the creek that passes through the property, or hang out down by the outdoor stone fireplace located next to a small waterfall. Go for a walk to the lake or downtown, hike one of Highlands many beautiful trails, or lounge around and relax in this ideal vacation setting. Enjoy your stay knowing that the cottage is being cleaned and disinfected per expert guidelines, including a 48 hour waiting period between guests.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Day Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1600 Sq Ft (149 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • James R.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Great.

  • Brandy G.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    3 bears cabin far exceeded our expectations. It was better than the pictures (which normally is not the case). The cabin was so charming, well decorated and immaculately clean. It was stocked with everything one could need in a home away from home. The cabin is located close to center of town but feels like it is secluded. Highly recommend this property!!

  • Sonia F.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    We spent a week at The 3 Bears and loved it all. We felt very secluded, even though we were right off Route 64 and very close to downtown Highlands. As seniors, we were unprepared for the short hike from the parking area down to the cabin and, unfortunately got soaked while carrying in our supplies and luggage during a downpour. BUT, that aside, we give highest marks to this top-notch mountain cabin. A+

  • Frances L.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2023

    Stayed Oct 22, 2023

    My Mother, two sisters, and I had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage in a beautiful setting. The location was perfect for the day trips we took, and we had everything we needed!

  • William H.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2023

    Stayed Nov 4, 2023

    We loved our stay at 3 Bears cabin in Highlands. The home feels very secluded and private. You are surrounded by lush nature but, you’re right down the street from town. This wonderful illusion is accomplished by the home’s location in a shallow valley right off the road. There is convenient access via a gravel circular drive. A few steps down a gravel pathway and over a cute little bridge puts you on the front porch. So easy. The main living room is open-concept with pine flooring, vaulted ceilings, comfy sofa and stone wood-burning fireplace. The interior is clean, neat, well-appointed and cozy. Artwork is everywhere making it feel like a home-away-from-home. As others have mentioned, we loved the home-made artistic pottery including dishes, bowls and cups. There is a huge master bedroom with a comfy king bed. The master bath had a marvelous recently-renovated shower and double sinks. Our 15-year-old daughter stayed in the second, smaller but, equally adorable bedroom which had its own bathroom. We enjoyed drinking tea and playing games on the big wooden table in the evening. There are lots of games. One night, we walked down the street and enjoyed some delicious barbeque at the Highlands Smokehouse Barbeque. As you can tell, we had a wonderful time and we highly recommend this wonderful home when visiting Highlands.

  • Angela S.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2023

    Stayed Aug 18, 2023

    We loved our stay at the 3 Bears. The location is ideal. Easy walk or drive into town for lunch/shopping. Neighborhood also great for walking. House is very comfortable for two couples or a family hanging out. Love all the special touches including the homemade pottery made by the homeowner. Would definitely stay again.

  • Kelly M.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2023

    Stayed Jul 27, 2023

    Our family was in Highlands for a wedding at Old Edward’s Farm and we chose the 3 Bears for our stay. I booked with Hope and she was immediately responsive. This cottage is beautifully done with ceramics made by the owners. Every morning I got a lot of joy out of choosing which creature I was going to drink coffee with. I loved the Rabbit cup the best! Comfy beds with soft high end thread count sheets. Well appointed all the way around. Nice body wash products in the main bathroom and other toiletries were a really nice touch. Plenty of laundry supplies if you need them. My favorite place in the house was the sitting room with the day bed on the front of the house. I took a nap in there one afternoon and slept like a dream! There were sweet touches everywhere you looked. One morning we took a walk down to the outdoor fire place while sipping our coffee and took in all the green lush surroundings. Just beautiful! Other mornings we sat in the rockers on the front porch in the wonderful cool mountain air. It was dreamy and we will return. You won’t be disappointed if you choose the 3 Bears cottage! Thanks for sharing your wonderful place with us Hope, Blythe and Danna!

  • Deb T.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2022

    Stayed Oct 10, 2022

    Our trip was just what we needed. Our accomodations well exceeded our expectations!!

  • Jill L.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2021

    Stayed Oct 12, 2021

    This is a very lovely cottage. We were very comfortable and it met all our needs. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Highlands.

  • Robbin c.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2021

    Stayed Oct 16, 2021

    The cottage is wonderful, so cozy and close to town. Just too close to the road. We really loved the fireplace and beds!

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