Walk-to-Town Cozy 3BR Cottage | Huge Porch | Fire Pit | Arcade | 2 Fireplaces

Highlands, North Carolina
$664 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 7

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Night 1 nights

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Discover a stunning one-story mountain cottage designed for unforgettable couple escapes and family adventures—complete with a dog-friendly setup so your four-legged sidekick never misses the fun. Relax, explore, and soak in the charm of this mountain retreat.
Stroll into Downtown Highlands in minutes
Hit scenic hiking trails right outside your door
Unwind in a peaceful, private mountain setting

Bluebird Day Cottage brings the comfort: two cozy indoor fireplaces, a crackling outdoor fire pit, and a spacious screened-in porch with a Smart TV for laid-back evenings. Each bedrooms feature their own full bathrooms and Smart TVs, and the whole-house generator ensures you’ll never be left in the dark—no matter the weather.

◈Experience the Highlands Area & Learn More Below!

KEY FEATURES:
☀ Pet-friendly, allowing 2 dogs with a pet fee
☀Arcade game and antique game table
☀Fire Pit in enclosed area
☀Large Screened in porch for relaxing and dining with Smart TV
☀ Spacious open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplaces
☀ Fully equipped kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances
☀ 3 large bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom and Smart TVs
☀ Cozy screened-in porch with lounge furniture and dining space, and Smart TV
☀ Whole-house generator to ensure uninterrupted comfort
☀ Convenient parking near the entrance
☀ Walking distance to downtown Highlands' restaurants and shops
☀ Easy waking to hiking trails, including Sunset Rock and Satulah Mountain and Greenway trails

“We really enjoyed staying at this property. It’s a beautiful home with aesthetically pleasing design and well stocked - looks just like the pictures!” - Hayden (Asheville, NC)

☆☆ BEDROOMS + BATHROOMS ☆☆
This mountain cottage is perfect for families or groups, offering restful and spacious bedrooms for everyone. The master bedroom features a king memory foam bed, Smart TV with premium Cable & wifi, ceiling fan, and private bath with double sinks and a combination tub/shower (jets not operating). The second bedroom has a queen memory foam bed and private bath with double sinks and tub/shower and Smart TV with premium Cable. The third bedroom is a kid-friendly space with Twin XL over Queen bunk bed, memory foam mattresses, and Smart TV.

☆☆ KITCHEN & LIVING SPACE ☆☆
The kitchen is a chef's dream with high-end appliances, sturdy pots and pans, and extras like a crock pot, rice cooker, air fryer, popcorn machine and coffee maker. Gather around the dining table or enjoy a game at the antique game table while the chef stays in the conversation! The living area includes a cozy stone fireplace and a Smart TV for entertainment, plus games, books, and puzzles for all ages to enjoy.
☆☆ OUTDOOR SPACE ☆☆
The spacious screened-in porch is the ideal place to relax and catch up with family play games or watch your favorite movie. Build a fire in the outdoor fire pit, roast marshmallows, and take in the mountain air. The fenced-in patio also features a Weber gas grill, perfect for outdoor meals.
★☆ Book Today & Let Us Take Care of You in Highlands! ☆★
Guest access
This home is easily accessible with 3 main entrances and offers guests full access to the entire property.

Check out instructions:
1. Place unclean dishes in the dishwasher, start the cleaning cycle
2. Empty coffee grounds and K cups out of the coffee maker
3. Verify personal items have been removed from closets, and drawers
4. Remove pet waste in the yard
5. Check to see that the grill is clean, and the gas line is turned off
6. Remove food from the refrigerator, freezer, wine fridge and cabinets
7. Log out of TV apps

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

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing Ski Lift Privileges
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • 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

    At Least 80% Organic Food Double-glazed Windows Locally Sourced Food Is Prioritized Reusable Coffee/tea Filters Unit Size: 1874 Sq Ft (174 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Gas Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

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Review Review

  • Barb S.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Apr 9, 2026

    We had a wonderful two night stay at this beautiful, extremely clean cottage. We loved being able to walk 15 minutes into the adorable town of Highlands. We would definitely come back here, maybe with our two pups next time. It’s a great pet friendly property. Thank you for sharing it!

  • janna m.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    If you're looking for a comfortable and well-equipped stay in Highlands, this is it! The cottage was super clean!! We especially appreciated how well-stocked the kitchen was. They have games, puzzles, and books on hand so you can leave yours at home. Being within walking distance to restaurants and just a mile from the historic downtown was a major plus. An overall perfect spot to stay with your family and friends. Thanks to Jennifer for being a fantastic host!

  • Samuel L.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2026

    Stayed Mar 8, 2026

    Great house, great location. Always love our stay in Highlands, but the proximity to town here was excellent, and the house was beautiful!

  • Mike A.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    Great location, great house, our kids loved the games too!

  • Duffin M.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    House was perfect for a mountain getaway. It was even more beautiful in person than in the pictures online. Slept 6 people comfortably and an easy 10 minute walk to town. Would highly recommend.

  • Brooks S.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 25, 2025

    We chose to spend Christmas in the Highlands this year and Jennifer/Barrett’s cabin was the perfect choice!!!! The cabin is so cute, spacious and in an amazing location. Plus…it is dog friendly and our Frenchie felt right at home, too! Jennifer provides ample instructions and communication so you know exactly where to go and what to expect. Cannot say enough good things about their cabin and their hosting! We’ll be back!!!

  • Farrah S.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    This house was in excellent condition and very clean. The host provided needed amenities and was so gracious. They thought of everything!

  • william p.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    Convenient location near town. Perfect cabin for a family getaway.

  • Hildreth S.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    We loved staying at the Bluebird Cottage and will definitely come again!

  • Debbie J.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    This mountain retreat was everything we hoped for and more! The home was spotless and well laid out, with plenty of room and bathrooms for our group. The location was ideal—peaceful and scenic but still convenient. The owner was friendly, responsive, and made everything easy. We’d definitely come back!

  • Sandra A.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    Being able to walk into town was a plus. The gated yard is great for small pets. All the living spaces are wonderful and the kitchen is stocked for whatever cooking and meals you want to enjoy.

  • Scott D.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay. Very clean and cozy house. Screened in porch was very nice.

  • Barbara R.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    The welcoming Bluebird Cottage has an open feel and is near the activity of Main Street, the Botanical Gardens, and hiking. The kitchen, yard and screen porch are well designed and maintained. The host communicates quickly if you have any needs. It is also quite a welcoming home for dog owners!

  • Barbara R.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    The welcoming Bluebird Cottage has an open feel and is near the activity of Main Street, the Botanical Gardens, and hiking. The kitchen, yard and screen porch are well designed and maintained. The host communicates quickly if you have any needs. It is also quite a welcoming home for dog owners!

  • Nancy M.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    The cottage is close to downtown , very well equipped and comfortable for just my husband and myself but happy when we had daughter and her husband for a few nights Love the generator just in case, all sorts of board and card games for cozy rainy afternoons and a TV for everyone!! We booked thinking we would bring our dog but did not -sorry we didn’t -it was perfect for pups

  • Maggie C.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Wonderful property nestled in the mountains. Well appointed house, beautiful layout, and lovely outdoor space with fire pit!Great screened porch as well for entertaining our entire family! Wonderful hosts to work with and our pups had a blast in fenced in area! Great mountain week!

  • Ron W.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    This rental property is the best one we have ever stayed in! Everything was perfect! The setting was beautiful, the home was immaculate and everything you could possibly need was in their home. The location was also wonderful! 3-4 minutes to downtown! Great experience! We hope to go back again one of these days!

  • Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Very nice house.

  • Anjanette S.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We chose this beautiful home because of its location as well as the fact we could bring our family dog! Everything was clean, super comfortable and so charming- from the relaxing screened in porch to the great kitchen to the outdoor fire pit area. Our adult children loved staying here with my husband and me for a full week of hiking and shopping and dining in the gorgeous Highlands! We had the best time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the adorable Blue Bird Cottage!

  • Pam L.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    We enjoyed the home it was perfect for our group and well organized in every way.

  • Brandon R.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    Family and I stayed here for a long weekend. The house is great for a family with kids. There are plenty of games, fire pit outside, and location makes for quick travel to most area attractions!

  • Matt B.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    My wife, 12-year-old son, 9-year-old son, dog, and I had wonderful time staying 4 nights in this lovely and cozy home during the boys' spring break. This was an ideal location to explore the many natural wonders of the area and to easily access the charming town of Highlands. We ate dinner in the screened in porch and made s'mores in the fenced-in fire pit area. The hosts put a lot of thought into making it an easy experience for us. I strongly recommend this to families with or without dogs.

  • Brooks V.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    very nice- walk to town!

  • Terry G.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 9, 2025

    This lovely cottage over delivered in every way. Spacious, immaculately clean, exceptionally well appointed. We used both indoor fireplaces every night and had fun playing cards and the PacMan Maxine in the evenings. The kitchen had plenty of dishes and cookware to make meals.

  • Kitt W.

    Submitted Feb 20, 2025

    Stayed Feb 12, 2025

    Decorated beautifully. The home was stocked with everything we needed. We had our dog with us and were pleasantly surprised to find two dog bowls, a large barrel of dog treats, and a spare leash in the home. The enclosed area with the fire pit made for a nice sitting area. Screened in porch was lovely. Two gas fireplaces made it a very cozy place home. All lighting and remotes were labeled which made navigating the place very easy. Would definitely recommend this property and will stay here again.

  • Dallas F.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2025

    Stayed Feb 4, 2025

    We had such a peaceful stay at the blue bird cottage. The setting was incredibly tranquil, perfect for a relaxing getaway. The cottage was spacious and well-maintained, extremely clean especially for it to be a dog friendly rental. The fully stocked kitchen made cooking meals easy. The location was perfect - close to downtown Highlands, restaurants, local shops and all of the beautiful waterfalls and hiking in the area. Although the location is conveniently located, you feel so secluded at the cottage. The outdoor areas were beautiful— we did not take full advantage of the fire pit or large yard but we especially appreciated the comfortable outdoor seating area on the porch while enjoy watching golf. The best part of the stay had to be challenging each other to a game of PAC-MAN every night before bed. The only thing we regret is not bringing our pups with us— the house was extremely dog friendly from towels for the dogs, food bowls, to dog treats. We would highly recommend this cottage to anyone staying in the Highlands area.

  • Lisa M.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    Loved this home, and the owner was super communicative about the snow and how to navigate it. We had everything we needed!

  • Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 12, 2024

    We loved the cottage! Well decorated, clean, comfortable , and of course, the location was excellent!

  • Sandra A.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    Very comfortable, well stocked house. Nice living spaces, great fenced patio with firepit. Lovely surroundings. Away from town but an easy walk into town.

  • Kim T.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    First of all, the house was spotless. We've stayed in numerous rentals, and I think this house was the cleanest. It was also beautifully decorated. We had a our two labrador retrievers with us. They had a blast in the Highlands. NOTE: If you have large dogs, they will definitely be able to escape the yard so do not leave them unattended. The house is in a great location!

  • gaye m.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Lovely well maintained cottage. Beautifully quiet and serene. The perfect balance between gracious comfort and understated charm. Yes, a Marvelous Surprise! Welcome supplies anticipated and provided by the kind owner to help with our arrival. Our favorite things, the large screened porch and gated fire pit area for guests with dogs. Well appointed Kitchen provided the opportunity to take advantage of farm to table dining (great produce markets nearby). The worst part was having to leave!!!

  • Talbott O.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this house as it was convenient to downtown and a nice house and allowed us to bring our dog to also enjoy Highlands with the many other dog owners.

  • paul b.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Spacious accommodations , comfortable. Screened porch and fenced courtyard were great spaces to relax. The kitchen was well appointed. The house was close to town but situated in the woods .

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