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Lake Life Love: Cute 2BR Hideaway on Tranquil Mirror Lake!"

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Smart TV, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake Life Love: Cute 2BR Hideaway on Tranquil Mirror Lake!"

Welcome to Your Lakefront Retreat in Highlands!
Tucked away in the peaceful woods just 2 miles from downtown Highlands, our cozy lakefront bungalow offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Whether you're here for a relaxing escape or to explore the charm of the town, you’ll have the best of both worlds.

This space is built from our exposed basement and has been thoughtfully designed with comfort and style in mind. You’ll a welcoming atmosphere with windows in every room and all-new furnishings throughout. The bungalow features two queen bedrooms—one with a Sleep Number bed—a full kitchen, and a spacious full bathroom with a shower-tub combo deep enough for a relaxing soak. Step outside to enjoy the lake-view deck, or dine al fresco on the separate side deck with an outdoor table. Flat-screen TVs are available in both bedrooms and the living room, and there’s a stacked washer and dryer for your convenience.

The Space:
We transformed an unfinished basement into a warm and inviting bungalow filled with wood and stone accents that bring in a rustic cabin feel. While the main home dates back to the 1960s, we've embraced its charm—so don’t be surprised if you spot some original iron piping or other vintage touches throughout the space.

Guest Access:
Your private pull-off parking spot fits one car and leads to a set of gently sloped stairs to a landing, followed by a standard stairway down to your private entrance. (See pictures)

The Neighborhood:
Mirror Lake is a peaceful, no-gas-motor lake just a couple miles from downtown Highlands. It’s a quiet, friendly community where the only sounds you’ll likely hear are birdsong and the gentle waterfall over the nearby dam. It’s the ideal spot to slow down and reconnect with nature.

Getting Around:
A vehicle is recommended for getting around Highlands, as rideshare services are limited.

What We Provide:
We start your stay with hospitality-sized soaps and essentials, not full-size bottles, to give you a fresh welcome while keeping things eco-friendly. If you need more during your stay, downtown Highlands has several charming shops and stores to explore.

Dog-Friendly Policy:
We love dogs and welcome up to two well-behaved dogs under 60 lbs. A pet fee applies to help us maintain a fresh and clean space for all guests. For the comfort and safety of everyone, we ask that your furry friends be house-trained, vaccinated, and treated for fleas and ticks. Dogs are not permitted on beds or furniture and must be kept out of the lake. Please pick up after them and ensure they aren’t disruptive while you're home or away. We also ask that you do not throw your dog waste bags in the bottom of the outdoor trash bin. The town trash service only picks up closed trash bags in the trash bin. Please start a separate trash bag for this purpose and put it in after you have deposited your stay trash. Otherwise, it all gets stuck on the bottom and creates a mess. Have questions? Just ask!

Important Notes:

Trash must be bagged and placed in the street-side bin. Trash pickup is Tuesday and Friday mornings. Please help ensure the bin faces the street—Highlands’ trash service collects bags manually. So if it is not bagged, it sits in the bin, making a mess. PLEASE PUT ALL TRASH IN A TRASH BAG.

Only provided toilet paper (Charmin) may be flushed. Absolutely no wipes, hair, food grease, or… G.I. Joe figurines (yep, that happened). You’ll be responsible for plumbing damage if this guideline isn’t followed.

Please clean the grill after each use, including the grease tray, so the next guests can enjoy it too.

Notify us right away if anything breaks or isn’t working—we’re happy to fix it, and you won’t be charged for honest communication.

Interaction With Guests & Owners:
Depending on the season, we may be around during your stay. We’re always happy to answer questions or offer local recommendations. If we're in town and you feel like joining us for dinner or a glass of wine with the locals (that’s us), you’re more than welcome to knock! If we’re away, our trusted neighbor will be available to assist you.

We’re excited to host you and hope your time in Highlands is filled with rest, beauty, and memorable moments. Thank you in advance for helping us care for this special place!

Property manager

Bryan & Erin

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Highlands, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Dry Falls - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 13 min drive - 11.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Life Love: Cute 2BR Hideaway on Tranquil Mirror Lake!" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Lake Life Love: Cute 2BR Hideaway on Tranquil Mirror Lake!" located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Bridal Veil Falls, and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Highlands Dog Park and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Lake Life Love: Cute 2BR Hideaway on Tranquil Mirror Lake!" Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Double Mts
Enjoyed stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

Great place to stay in Highlands!
We love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Very comfortable, and an amazing view
The house was beautifully decorated, and the views of the lake were spectacular. We had a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Cute little spot on the lake
Very quiet and cozy, just what we were looking for. Great location close to town but out enough to feel secluded. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mirror lake bungalow
Out stay was very nice. The place is well appointed and well situated for a quiet time, but not too far from town. Enjoyed watching the squirrels gather hickory nuts for winter.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Excellent stay
We loved it here. It was clean, comfortable, newly refurbished, had a great view, and was convenient to downtown Highlands and many great natural sites. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

kassia z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little apartment on Mirror Lake!
My family of 3 had a wonderful time. The apartment was cute, well appointed and very clean. It is a basement apartment so it’s a little dark but we spent most of our time outside so that wasn’t really an issue for us. Mirror Lake was great for canoeing. The location, on a lake, near Highlands can’t be beat! The owners stayed in the house above us our entire week long stay. They were very quiet and extremely respectful of our space. Definitely would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

Charming location
Nice,new property close to downtown Highlands. Owners are very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fresh and comfortable.
Very well laid out and comfortable. The description is accurate, the check-in was very smooth, and online manual is very clear. This was an excellent alternative to the local hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mirror Lake
Downstairs apartment was exactly as described, everything nice and working. Great porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great
It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marc F.

Excellent stay!
We enjoyed our four night stay in the Highlands. The accommodations were perfectly situated a very short drive from town which served as an excellent hub for our adventures. The host/owner, Bryan, made sure our stay went as expected. The added bonus- my oldest son and I spent a significant amount of time catching fish off the dock. All in all a very special trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Woodland Retreat on the River
Well appointed retreat conveniently located to town and surrounding day trips and activities. Private porch/balcony overlooking the trees and stairs that lead to the riverfront dock below. Convenient having W/D in unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice
Little dark,but we enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Clean and cozy. Five minutes from town and 20 min to an hour from other locations near by. We visited Lake Toxaway, Cashier’s, Cherokee and one day we even drove 2 hrs to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Cades Cove.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful stay
Property was as described and pictured. Everything was new with nice fixtures. We loved the spacious deck and access to the lake as well as the proximity to downtown. The owners were responsive via text when we reached out. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marco Aurelio G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excelent apartment
New apartment, everything function correctly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Nicole E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint
Quaint apartment nestled in the woods. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Coles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway!
Cozy but more than big enough for the two of us. Awesome view of the lake, which has a lot of fish in it by the way. Beautiful views in the neighborhood. You feel like you're secluded, but you're not very far from downtown Highlands. The owners are great to deal with.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mirror review
Very interesting and unique property. Super interior design. Nice view.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
65 Below
We loved the location ; it was quick and easy to get to downtown as well as to the falls , hikes, etc. The home is just adorable! Cozy and yet open living area. Comfy bed in master suite. Hopefully we will get back up there soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lora D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 2
Great location, convenient to Main St. Only suggestions: No yard made it a bit challenging for puppy potty breaks. Need more outdoor lighting on exterior stairs. Overall, nice for two adults. Price was reasonable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Beth h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Nicely done basement rental but very dark
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugh M.

Perfect size and location
This small, two bedroom bungalow is perfect for a couple looking to get away for a relaxing weekend. There is room for four, but my wife and I found it relaxing and quiet. It is very close to downtown, (about a mile and a half). Everything is new and well thought out. With the exception of all the rain, we had a great stay. Thanks Erin and Bryan. The Moores/Roswell GA
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30th Anniversary Get Away
We were looking for a very quiet, secluded, spot and this for the bill. Very clean, nice and comfortable. Def not luxurious so, if that’s what you’re looking for this isn’t it. Was perfect for what we were looking for thought. Nice dock in the lake that we used every evening after our activity for the day. Minutes to downtown Highlands.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020