The Highlands Buck House, Newly Renovated Gorgeous In Town w/ Private Pond

Highlands, North Carolina
$659 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to The Highlands Buck House. We have gone to great lengths to ensure an unforgettable stay. We have been vacationing in Highlands for years and finally decided to get our own place with comfortable beds and modern decor! Our home was extensively renovated in 2018 with the help of a nationally known interior designer. The home has 3 bedrooms and 4 full baths. There are 3 living areas as well as a daybed loft.

We are located in the upscale Bowery Road neighborhood which isone of Highlands best kept secrets, just past the Mountain Fresh grocery (less than 2 miles). The neighborhood has a land trust with an extensive trail system with several gorgeous ponds. One of the trail-heads is just behind our property. Even better, the neighborhood is on level ground and accessible year round.

Our home sits on two nearly flat acres of hardwoods and hemlocks. We have a gorgeous fire-pit patio with ample Adirondack seating, a picnic table in the woods, and beautiful paths throughout the property. At the very back of our property, deep in the woods, sits a marvelous pond with inviting bridges and a bench nearby to sit and enjoy the scenery. The landscaping is lush and the setting is extremely quiet and private.

The home has three bedrooms and four full bathrooms. On the main level is the Master complete with a custom walnut 4 post King bed (literally made for a King or Queen!) and a flat screen television. There is also a beautiful private full bath finished in silver travertine. The more than one million year old petrified sink will surely be a conversation piece. There is plenty of closet space in the Master and throughout the home. There is an additional full bath on the main level accessible from the living space. Upstairs there are two additional bedrooms. The Queen room has a beautiful reclaimed queen sized bed and a full bathroom with a large shower. The other bedroom contains a bunk bed complete with ship lights and an adorable cubby! The lower bunk is a full sized bed while the upper one is a twin. There is also a pack n' play in the closet if needed. The bunk room also has a private full bath complete with a custom stone wall in the shower. Between the two upstairs bedrooms is a loft space open to the living room. In the loft space there is a day bed with a comfortable twin mattress and a twin trundle underneath. There is also a desk in case you need to work or just write down your thoughts as you unwind in heaven on earth! All of the beds are high quality. The linens are extraordinary.

The living space is extensive. There are essentially three living areas. The primary living room has a gas fireplace and a 65 flat screen tv with Netflix streaming. Then there is a connected Den. This room is more of a reading room, but also incredibly comfortable and inviting. There are plenty of movies and books to chose from while you relax and take in the view through the wall of windows. Finally, there is an equally wonderful screened porch with ample seating and plenty of light. This room brings the outside in and connects the main home to the deck where you'll find a stainless steel gas grill, another patio table, and plenty of seating for an outdoor gathering.

The kitchen is large and contains essentially anything and everything to prepare meals during your stay. All of the cookware is high quality and there is a large pantry to store any food. There is also a large laundry room in the rear of the home featuring a brand new high quality washer and dryer, along with an iron and ironing board. The house is stocked with toiletries, paper products, detergent, spices, coffee and tea and more.

The front porch is large and has several places to sit and take in the beauty of the landscape, including a cozy porch swing. There is ample parking on the driveway (please note that we do not include the garage in the rental. The front yard is flat and has a round driveway perfect for kids with bicycles, scooters and skateboards. The house is easily accessible in the snow as the roads and driveway are all flat.

The Highlands Buck House is loaded with character. All of the art is custom and unique. The floors, furniture and accents have been selected with an eye toward the indigenous Highlands reclaimed look. In a nutshell the home is absolutely perfect. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Please note that we do have a strict no pets policy and that the maximum number of guests including children is 8. During Thanksgiving and Christmas we require one week rentals. Also, as noted elsewhere in the listing... we do not have live TV. We provide Netflix streaming and both TVs have numerous other apps that you can log into for streaming. Please do not hesitate to email us with any questions at all.

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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 First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2800 Sq Ft (260 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Garden Gas Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • 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 : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • James R.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    We had a great stay! The home was exactly as described and made for a comfortable, relaxing trip. The location is a big plus — it’s an easy drive to downtown Highlands, well under 10 minutes, so getting to restaurants, shops, and groceries was quick and convenient.One of our favorite features was the backyard, which was spacious and perfect for unwinding after a day out. It really added to the overall experience and made the property feel private and peaceful.The listing is accurate regarding the TV setup: there is no live TV. Streaming is limited to Netflix and YouTube, and because of the age of the smart TV, additional apps (like YouTube TV) can’t be downloaded. That said, this is easy to work around — bring a Roku or Fire Stick and you’ll be all set.Overall, this was a wonderful place to stay and we wouldn’t hesitate to book again.

  • Kathie B.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    Great house! Great location! Great communication!!

  • Brad T.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    This is a great property located close to downtown Highlands. Plenty of room in the house and plenty of areas to lounge around. Very secluded neighborhood/street and beautiful property. House was clean and tidy with all the amenities. Will definitely go back soon!

  • Jessica J.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    The home was very clean and nicely decorated. This home has all the necessary items needed for cooking and grilling out plus tons of blankets and toiletry items. Multiple spots to relax from the front porch, sunroom, 2 living areas and firepit area. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay here again.

  • Timothy G.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    You can always tell when a VRBO owner truly cares about their property. The owners take very good care of their house, communicate very well and the house is really cool. The backyard is even more amazing than the pictures show. Very quiet location and an easy drive to Highlands. Highly recommend.

  • Cody J.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    We had the best time in highlands at the buck house. The set-up was perfect for our family of 5. The property is gorgeous and the trails beyond the property were a joy to explore. The house is clean, comfortable, and even more beautiful in person. Leslie is so easy to work with and we hope we get to return someday soon!

  • Jen P.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    We visited Highlands for a week. There were 6 of us - 2 adults and 4 teens. We were very comfortable in the home. It had everything we needed! The property is sprawling and fun to explore. The location, close to downtown, is ideal. The property owner/manager was wonderful to deal with! Highly recommend.

  • Kristin K.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Beautiful cozy home with everything we needed for family of 5. We grilled steaks one night and sat outside by the firepit. Wonderful experience

  • Robert S.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Mar 6, 2025

    We have stayed at the Buck House four times now. As far as I am concerned, it is the best place in Highlands for families. It is convenient to everything and yet far enough away from activity to feel secluded. Moreover, the house and surrounding property are just immaculate! We always love our stay!

  • Chloe W.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2024

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    The Buck House was a great getaway! Our three young boys loved playing in the backyard. They built a fort, explored down to the little pond, and roasted s’mores at the fire pit. The house is very convenient to downtown Highlands as well as so many great hikes.

  • Mark R.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Excellent location and very nice neighborhood and home. The home was clean, well equipped and very nicely decorated. I would definitely recommend a stay in this lovely house and would stay again!

  • Stephen K.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    Great house and quiet and clean.

  • Jeff Bauer

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    This home was great for a long weekend - very comfortable and great location - very close to town but still in a private wooded area. Very cozy reading room. I did not do any cooking so cannot comment on the kitchen or outside grill , but kitchen appeared to be well stocked. Very nice bar area.

  • Lee L.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Beautiful area! House was as advertised

  • Chris B.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 12, 2024

    We have been coming to Highlands, NC for a very long time and have stayed in several different properties. it doesn't get much better than this house if visiting Highlands! Close to town, unique piece of property and a beautifully renovated home with great practicality.

  • Deena W.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    Our part of 8 (4 adults, 4 kids) had a perfect Fourth of July stay in this beautiful and accommodating home! The space was perfect and beds were very comfortable! The house was clean and had everything we needed, including firewood! The property is beautiful and the kids really enjoyed exploring out back! There is a web swing for kids and a beautiful fire pit area, with string lights! The candy jar was a huge hit with the kids! Thanks for your gracious hospitality!

  • Dale C.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    Have stayed here more than once. The location is great. The house is super clean and comfortable and we love the trails and fire pit. Certainly will return!

  • Genevieve C.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    This home and property exceeded all our expectations. The grounds were beautiful and well kept, while providing all the outside fun for our kids. The house was comfortable and stocked with everything we needed, on top of being a beautiful home to back to after a long day hiking. We would love to stay here again!!

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