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Experience True Luxury in the Heart of Highlands

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Dining/Living
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Highlands Playhouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Highlands Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dry Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Experience True Luxury in the Heart of Highlands


Nestled in the heart of Downtown Highlands, this newly renovated luxury townhome offers an unparalleled blend of high-end furnishings, premium finishes, and sophisticated design. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a home away from home, this inviting "nest" has everything you need for a relaxing stay.
The townhome features two master suites, each with its own private bath, complete with Molton Brown toiletries for a touch of luxury. You'll also enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, and complimentary welcome amenities, including bottled water, wine, beer, soft drinks, cheese and crackers, and a delightful continental breakfast. The breakfast selection includes fresh coffee, orange juice, fruit, and muffins to start your day on a refreshing note.
The spacious living room opens up to a Juliet balcony, offering views of South Fourth Street and Church Street. Located directly across from the renowned Four-Star Old Edwards Inn & Spa, and next door to the charming Highlands Gem Shop, this townhome is ideally situated for exploring the best of the area.
After parking in your private on-site space, step out to discover the vibrant downtown Highlands. Enjoy the upscale boutiques, antique stores, art galleries, and a selection of 22 exceptional restaurants, many of which have earned Wine Spectator awards for gourmet dining. The town also offers a new Performing Arts Center and a variety of nightlife options—all just a short walk away.
Welcome to the heart of Highlands, where luxury meets convenience at 205 S. 4th Street, Highlands, NC 28741.

Property manager

David King, Highlands Hospitality LLC
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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in the city centre. Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Highlands Aerial Park and Cashiers Farmers Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Playhouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Dry Falls - 6 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience True Luxury in the Heart of Highlands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Experience True Luxury in the Heart of Highlands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience True Luxury in the Heart of Highlands?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience True Luxury in the Heart of Highlands located?

Located in the heart of Highlands, this family-friendly holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Playhouse. Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann J.

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

10 Stars! Amazing!

David’s home is in the center of town and is walkable to all the shops and restaurants. Check in was easy, the place was pristine and he set us up with everything you could want including wine, beer, snacks, fruit and breakfast items! This is the best VRBO we have ever stayed at!! Hands down! Beautiful apartment, great owner/communicator and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceptional property in a perfect location. The "welcome package" of wine, beer, soda, water, snacks, chocolates and other basic food items (coffee, cereal, milk, etc.) provided a first-class touch. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

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

Perfection for Birthday/New Year getaway

If you are looking for a well-appointed, luxury stay in the heart of Highlands, this is your place. David was amazingly responsive, the two-bedroom condo was roomy but warm and welcoming, and the location was perfection. The bonus was getting to know the owner of the Highlands Tarven below. Thank you for a great stay. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Excellent rental!

Perfect location, amazing amenities including a full buffet of snacks and drinks were waiting for us! Thank you David for giving us a great home away from home for our son’s wedding weekend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

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

Perfect

We stayed here for a wedding. Perfect location. The host provided lots of extras that were greatly appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla j.

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

Highlands weekend

Second year staying with another friend couple from home. Wonderful location and couldn’t ask for better communication with host. Very accommodating. Can’t wait to stay again! Have already booked for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

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

Great place & location!

The owner has thought of everything making our stay very comfortable! We enjoyed the wine, cheese and crackers most of all. And the location is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Awesome place

Great place and location., David is a great host will definitely be back! Thanks David it was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Another wonderful stay

We absolutely adore this property and its owner, David, and have stayed here so many times over the years that we’ve truly lost count. The location, the property itself, and its gracious and hospitable owner truly make this rental property the very best we’ve ever experienced on VRBO (or through other service). It’s become a very special place for our family and I know it will be the same for yours.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas U.

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

Great Nest Weekend

Great property and you feel very appreciated between all of the snacks and beverages left for us. A truly easy experience and so close to everything in town highly recommend if staying in the Highlands!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip H.

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

Perfect downtown location

Great downtown location with off street parking. Well stocked with luxurious living space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

The Best Place in Town

We have been coming to this amazing condo for 7 years now and already booked for 2025. It's perfect in every way. From accommodations, to location to the hospitality - nothing compares. I cannot recommend this property enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Visit

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

N. Marc S.

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

Wonderful Location

Well appointed and maintained residence. Hospitality and communication was outstanding. We prefer to stay in town when escaping the August heat of Florida and love being near Highlands shops, restaurants, bars.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALLEN J.

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

Another amazing stay at The Nest

For several years now, my wife and I have been fortunate enough to stay at The Nest. The property is extraordinary and the best location in Highlands period. The focus on details by the host is amazing. From the welcome goodies to the amenities in the townhouse itself, Every detail is covered and top shelf
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect rental for the Highlands

This is an exceptional rental perfectly located in Highlands, NC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

A Highlight in Highlands

You can't ask for better access to Main Street and all its amenities. And you can't ask for a more responsive host. We really enjoyed our stay. And we were greeted with a very nice bunch of welcome goodies!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Awesome place!

We thoroughly enjoyed The Nest! A very cool place in a perfect location, easy walk to everything in downtown Highlands including some hiking trails. The host was very responsive and included some nice touches with extra amenities waiting for us upon our arrival. We absolutely recommended The Nest!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Delightful property

Well stocked, clean, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Great Property

Property was excellent. Location cannot be beat. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

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

Gorgeous Townhouse

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were welcomed with fresh flowers and a fully stocked pantry/fridge. The home was super clean and welcoming. We highly recommend and will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

The Nest Feels Like Home Away From Home

We are so thrilled to book the Nest as our place to stay in Highlands. The atmosphere, convenience and amenities both inside and outside make it the perfect getaway. Thank you for being such a great host! - The Morgan's
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Delightful

Wonderful location and this was third stay It has always been clean and the hospitality has been outstanding!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

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

Best ever!

Incredible location and apartment, but even better host. We will be back soon as we are in Highlands frequently
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla j.

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

Highlands weekend with friends

This is an excellent location, nicely decorated with a cute Juliet balcony. Wonderful welcome package and host/ manager very easy to deal with, accommodating and quick with responses. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by David King, Highlands Hospitality LLC

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New owner of the Nest@205 , previously managed by Royce Realty vrbo # 780580

Please Feel Free to Contact me with Any Questions regarding the Townhome or your visit to Highlands

"The Nest@205"
205 S 4th Street Highlands, NC 28741
"In the Heart of Highlands"

mailing address: PO Box 1154 Highlands, NC 28741

Why they chose this property

This is an Amazing location to experience In-Town Living. Walk everywhere and and enjoy all that Heavenly Highlands has to offer !

What makes this property unique

Recent Reviews:
5/5 Stayed Jun 2018
Tricia C.
We could not have enjoyed our stay at “The Nest” more! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a beautiful display of snacks and wine- and gorgeous accommodations. Beth, the owner, was so responsive, gracious and helpful. We stayed a week and enjoyed cooking many meals in the home and also loved being walking distance to the incredible shops and restaurants. We stayed during Highlands busiest season and absolutely could not have appreciated the location of the home more. We only used our car to travel to hikes- otherwise we could walk everywhere. We travel to Highlands often and this was by far our favorite home in the heart of it all. Thank you, Beth, for making our experience truly special, We hope to come back many more times!

Submitted Jul 9, 2018 Wonderful in every way
5/5 Stayed Jun 2018
Darlene G.
Nest 205 was nicely appointed and oh so convenient. We had a wonderful sister trip to Highlands and we loved our accommodations. Comfortable beds and nice bathrooms with a wonderful open concept living and kitchen area. The view of Old Edwards Inn and quaint shops up the street was a real plus to wake up to. Royce Realty did an excellent job of welcoming us and everything was just as it should be! We’ll definitely stay here again!


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