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The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River

Spend time around the fire pit watching the stars or sit on one of three porches overlooking beautiful Mirror Lake.

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Interior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River

The Millhouse

WE DO NOT ACCEPT AMEX

This is a pet friendly home for one dog, under 50 pounds. Pets must be pre-approved. An additional non-refundable pet fee is required and is not included in the rental fee. Please call our office for approval and to pay the pet  fee. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in a $1000.00 fine.

Only adults (25 years old and older) may reserve this property and an adult must occupy the property at all times.

The Mill House is located on one of the most beautiful and tranquil settings you will ever see. Overlooking the lake spillway on beautiful Mirror Lake, the Cullasaja River wraps the house surrounded by Native Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel. This 3 level house is perfect for small and large groups and the recently renovated kitchen offers all the modern amenities. There are plenty of wonderful spots to spend time, whether it be around the fire pit, sitting by the little pond overlooking the lake, eating on the deck by the river, sitting on the screen porch on the lower level by the river, or sitting on one of the balconies overlooking the waterwheel, lake and river. You choose!! You can hear the sound of rushing water from every room. It has a large deck, comfortable screened porch and an upstairs covered porch overlooking the river on two sides of the house and a sitting area next to a goldfish pond overlooking the river and Mirror Lake. This completely renovated authentic mill makes a delightful setting for relaxation.

A water wheel, rushing water, 2 canoes and a river and beautiful Mirror Lake full of fish, all available on the same beautiful property. TRULY BEAUTIFUL and that is just the outside. The completely renovated house (with over 100 years of history) has a family room, den, primary bedroom with sitting area, fireplace and a beautiful view, 3 other bedrooms, and a bunk room with 2 sets of beds (4 bunk beds). There is a screened porch with a water view that opens to both the lower level den and kitchen.

There are lots of private places to 'sneak away' to relax, read a book, or snooze in the cool mountain air. Great deck for outdoor dining and big kitchen table for indoor dining. Only one mile from downtown Highlands, close to golf, shopping, restaurants, spa and wonderful hiking.

Take a look, you will LOVE it. BEAUTIFUL, COMFORTABLE, RELAXING and all the comforts of home. Great for a romantic getaway or a family reunion. Nothing like it in Highlands; it is truly unique.

What our guests are saying…

"Great home, minutes from downtown Highlands, but very private with the sound of the spillway and the river flowing around the property. Enjoyed the firepit overlooking the spillway of Mirror Lake and had fun fishing. Very comfortable for adults, teens, and children." - Carl

Cancellation Policy

Policy (A)  for reservations less than 20 days:
A reservation canceled between 0-45 days prior to arrival is not eligible to receive a refund. If more than 45 days notice is given, the renter shall receive a refund of all payments made, less a cancellation fee of 10% of the Total Cost of the Reservation.

Policy (B) for reservations of 20 days or more and reservations made 6 months in advance:
NO refund is given unless the property is re-rented under the same terms (Trip insurance is available and recommended to help protect your trip).

Special Amenities:

Firepit
1 Canoe
Screen Porch
Water View

This home is professionally managed by Rent in Highlands, a division of Country Club Properties. Your premier source for Highlands Vacation Rentals.

Property manager

Rent In Highlands

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1 sq ft (0 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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: One dog, under 50 pounds

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 16 min walk
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 2 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 4 min drive
  • Highlands Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Glen Falls - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River located?

Located in Mirror Lake, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Bridal Veil Falls and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Millhouse | The historic Mill House on Mirror Lake and Cullasaja River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Fabulous family getaway!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful respite!
Was looking for accomodations that had the feel of High Hampton Inn. I found it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family celebration
This is an extraordinary property. We were awed by the beauty of the waterfall, river, lush greenery…. The home itself is a well upkept piece of history. And it is just out of town! We had a fabulous time with our family, just being together. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay at an interesting property.
Waterfall makes for great sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rex W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whiddon Family Stay at Mill House
We had an amazing visit and will want to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house.
Mill House has tons of character, great views, flexible sleeping. My family loves staying there.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terre and Henry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great cottage
Wonderful family house!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

ashley c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great restful vacation
Thank you for a wonderful relaxing trip! This was just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mirror Lake
Such a great location and fun place to stay. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spring Break!
We had a wonderful, relaxing trip! Views from the home are amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooks A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Hidden Spot Close to Highlands
Outstanding experience close to town but with views to die for. This classic lake cabin has it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect mountain cabin for 3 generations
The Old Mill house is one of our favorite Highlands cabins of all time! Easily 5 stars!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
We loved this place and created amazing memories here. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Holiday week at The Mill House
Our family had a a wonderful Holiday vacation at this incredible property. Activities (hiking, canoeing and downtown Highlands shopping) kept our family busy as well as creating memories. Thank you to the owners for an amazing get away place.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing home in the heart of Highlands
Great home, minutes from downtown Highlands, but very private with the sound of the spillway and the river flowing around the property. Enjoyed the firepit overlooking the spillway of Mirror Lake and had fun fishing. Very comfortable for adults, teens, and children. Owner was very responsive. Very close to a number of great waterfalls. Kids mentioned they wanted to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Family Time!
We absolutely loved this property! Enjoyed spending time with our family, fishing and canoeing on the lake! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Macy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Absolutely loved The Mill House! It was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property.
We love The Mill House. A very comfortable, unique home with loads of character. Great communication with owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Family Christmas in Highkands
The Mill House was a perfect place for my family and young grandsons. Enough room to spread out. Comfortable beds. Great outdoor area with big fire pit. And right on the dam and the river ran under our deck. We decorated it for Christmas. Many family memories made! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
Great location with beautiful views looking out from the back decks. Plentiful sleeping arrangements. Close to downtown. We all loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ultimate Tranquility
This place is absolutely wonderful! The house was perfect for our group of 10 and there was room for the two that were unable to come. The outdoor space is impossible to describe. Listening to the water, whether inside or out was so incredibly soothing. It was a great place to relax, read a book, take a nap or just sit in any number of little spots to enjoy nature. Its proximity to the charming town was perfect without the noise. We never even left for dinner preparing everything right there. We all agree that it has been our favorite spot for our annual family vacation. What a gem!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home
Pleasant experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yet Another Perfect Vacation!
We were fortunate enough to get to spend our second Thanksgiving in your wonderful cabin. The Mill House is just charming, from the first time you drive onto the property, to the late-evening family fire-pit time outside listening to the beautiful falls, and everything else in between. We had plenty of spacious bedrooms and bathrooms for our large extended family, we spent as much time outdoors as we did indoors, and we loved every minute of our trip. Thank you so much for creating such a warm, comfortable, and beautiful place to create new family memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Getaway
The historic Mill House was new family favorite. It was the perfect weekend getaway for a large family. The outdoor fire pit was a big hit for the children! The tranquil setting alongside the falls was extraordinary! We loved every second but next time we hope to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020