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IN TOWN- HOLT KNOB! SUNSET ALPINE VIEW! WELL FURNISHED, CHARMING, QUIET, CLEAN

 
 
 
Highlands cottage rental - Autumn: Front of the House from the Road
Autumn: Front of the House from the Road
  • Highlands cottage rental - Autumn: Front of the House from the Road
    Summer: Driveway and Parking Area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview
    Winter View from the Deck. Wake-up w/ the Look & Feel of Nature Surrounding You
    Sunset View from our Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home
    Sitting area of Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling, Skylights and Exposed Beams
    View of Great Room looking towards the Deck with Long Range Alpine View
  • Highlands cottage rental - Sunny Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Screen Porch off the Kitchen
    Dining Room and Kitchen also have Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight
    Master Bedroom with King-Size Bed has Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight
    Master Bathroom has two separate sinks, a linen closet, and a walk-in shower
    Powder Room with Granite Countertop and Toilet on Main Floor
    Computer Desk with High Speed Internet and WiFi on Main Floor
  • Highlands cottage rental - Bedroom Two with Queen-Size Bed - Airy, Warm and Inviting
    Full Bath with Tub and Shower, serving Bedrooms Two and Three
    Spacious Bedroom Three has Two Twin Beds
    Bedroom Three - another angle showing Exterior Door to Lower Deck
    Enjoy the Seasonal Colors and Western Sunset from our Screen Porch
    Rock the Afternoon Away on our Private & Peaceful Screen Porch
  • Highlands cottage rental - Autumn View from the Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home
    Autumn: Driveway and parking area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview
    Summer View of the House with Back Porch and Enterance to Lower Level Deck
    Each Season Has Its Beauty. Relax & Enjoy Each Day to its Fullest!
    Mild Winter Day. Take a walk on the roads in our neighborhood. They are paved.
    Welcome to Our Cottage!
 
Highlands cottage rental - Autumn: Front of the House from the Road

Autumn: Front of the House from the Road

Summer: Driveway and Parking Area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Summer: Driveway and Parking Area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Winter View from the Deck. Wake-up w/ the Look & Feel of Nature Surrounding You

Winter View from the Deck. Wake-up w/ the Look & Feel of Nature Surrounding You

Sunset View from our Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Sunset View from our Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Sitting area of Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling, Skylights and Exposed Beams

Sitting area of Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling, Skylights and Exposed Beams

View of Great Room looking towards the Deck with Long Range Alpine View

View of Great Room looking towards the Deck with Long Range Alpine View

Sunny Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Screen Porch off the Kitchen

Sunny Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Screen Porch off the Kitchen

Dining Room and Kitchen also have Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Dining Room and Kitchen also have Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Master Bedroom with King-Size Bed has Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Master Bedroom with King-Size Bed has Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Master Bathroom has two separate sinks, a linen closet, and a walk-in shower

Master Bathroom has two separate sinks, a linen closet, and a walk-in shower

Powder Room with Granite Countertop and Toilet on Main Floor

Powder Room with Granite Countertop and Toilet on Main Floor

Computer Desk with High Speed Internet and WiFi on Main Floor

Computer Desk with High Speed Internet and WiFi on Main Floor

Bedroom Two with Queen-Size Bed - Airy, Warm and Inviting

Bedroom Two with Queen-Size Bed - Airy, Warm and Inviting

Full Bath with Tub and Shower, serving Bedrooms Two and Three

Full Bath with Tub and Shower, serving Bedrooms Two and Three

Spacious Bedroom Three has Two Twin Beds

Spacious Bedroom Three has Two Twin Beds

Bedroom Three - another angle showing Exterior Door to Lower Deck

Bedroom Three - another angle showing Exterior Door to Lower Deck

Enjoy the Seasonal Colors and Western Sunset from our Screen Porch

Enjoy the Seasonal Colors and Western Sunset from our Screen Porch

Rock the Afternoon Away on our Private & Peaceful Screen Porch

Rock the Afternoon Away on our Private & Peaceful Screen Porch

Autumn View from the Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Autumn View from the Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Autumn: Driveway and parking area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Autumn: Driveway and parking area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Summer View of the House with Back Porch and Enterance to Lower Level Deck

Summer View of the House with Back Porch and Enterance to Lower Level Deck

Each Season Has Its Beauty. Relax & Enjoy Each Day to its Fullest!

Each Season Has Its Beauty. Relax & Enjoy Each Day to its Fullest!

Mild Winter Day. Take a walk on the roads in our neighborhood. They are paved.

Mild Winter Day. Take a walk on the roads in our neighborhood. They are paved.

Welcome to Our Cottage!

Welcome to Our Cottage!

Per night (USD) $200 - $250
Per week $1,100 - $1,300
Per month $2,200 - $5,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps6
  • 2 Bathrooms, 
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Highlands vacation cottage rental
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 5-6)

Our spacious mountain home offers a rare combination of intimate privacy and quietude, a long range alpine view and an easy walk to the lovely town of Highlands, the local supermarket or the renowned Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. You can also take an enjoyable, essentially level walk (1.5 mile loop) in the lushly wooded area in our neighborhood. Renovated and newly decorated, the house is located on desirable Holt Knob, less than a mile from the center of Highlands. You will also have hiking, fishing and lake swimming very close by.

The house is equipped with wireless DSL internet, two 32 inch flat-screen televisions (DirectTV), CD player, DVD player and stereo. Most Cell Phones DO WORK in our House. The house also has books, games, cards and maps, as well as hiking, fishing and other information on Highlands and nearby areas.

Please visit VRBO web site to view our listing #314663

The exterior stairways, of which there are two, one from the driveway and parking area to the front porch and another from the front porch to the road, pass along terraced, well planted garden areas, some of which contain not only perennials, wild flowers and flowering shrubs but seasonal fruits. Each stairway is equipped with handrails and lighting for your safety and enjoyment.

Additional Activities: essentially level walk (1.5 mile loop) in our neighborhood-very enjoyable OR WALK TO TOWN Shops and Restaurants. Our Home is only 0.7 mile to Main Street and our new Post Office. Also, nearby Gem Mining, Waterfalls and more

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About Luba and John

We have traveled a good bit looking for a place to live where nature and development are carefully balanced and where the air is cool and refreshing. We enjoy the outdoors, hiking and fishing, yet we also wanted to have a garden, to admire the ever changing flora and occasionally to dine at excellent restaurants with friendly people. All things considered, we think Highlands is unbeatable, from its natural beauty and history to its culture of art galleries, music and cuisine for every taste. This is truly an enchanted place where the clouds sometimes linger in the valleys while cascading over the hills, where most animals are protected, and where the streams, rivers and lakes are wild and beautiful, yet easily enjoyed when fishing, canoeing or simply walking. The trails offer magnificent views of waterfalls, distant ranges and the early history of this land. The town and area offer enough in the way of activity to fill every day of our lives, yet privacy, peace and rest are always available on demand.

Luba and John

Luba and John purchased this cottage in 2004
Why Luba and John chose Highlands

Why did we choose the Holt Knob neighborhood? -----It is not easy to find a house in Highlands that has a quiet location within true walking distance of Main Street and that also offers an exceptional view. Our home in the Holt Knob neighborhood has this rare combination. We made our decision to buy the house within a few hours after we had seen this comfortable and well appointed home. Frequently, we leave our car parked in our garage and walk to the Main Street Inn to enjoy breakfast in the morning or a glass of wine in the afternoon. Also, we like to spend relaxing evenings on our screen porch admiring the western sunset.

What makes this cottage unique

Our spacious mountain home offers a rare combination of intimate privacy and quietude, a long range alpine view and an easy walk to the lovely downtown of Highlands. The home is very comfortable and easy to find. You can take an enjoyable, essentially level walk (1.5 mile loop) in the lushly wooded area in our neighborhood. The roads in our neighborhood are paved.

Highlands cottage rental - Autumn: Front of the House from the Road

Autumn: Front of the House from the Road

Summer: Driveway and Parking Area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Summer: Driveway and Parking Area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Winter View from the Deck. Wake-up w/ the Look & Feel of Nature Surrounding You

Winter View from the Deck. Wake-up w/ the Look & Feel of Nature Surrounding You

Sunset View from our Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Sunset View from our Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Sitting area of Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling, Skylights and Exposed Beams

Sitting area of Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling, Skylights and Exposed Beams

View of Great Room looking towards the Deck with Long Range Alpine View

View of Great Room looking towards the Deck with Long Range Alpine View

Sunny Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Screen Porch off the Kitchen

Sunny Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Screen Porch off the Kitchen

Dining Room and Kitchen also have Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Dining Room and Kitchen also have Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Master Bedroom with King-Size Bed has Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Master Bedroom with King-Size Bed has Cathedral Ceiling with Skylight

Master Bathroom has two separate sinks, a linen closet, and a walk-in shower

Master Bathroom has two separate sinks, a linen closet, and a walk-in shower

Powder Room with Granite Countertop and Toilet on Main Floor

Powder Room with Granite Countertop and Toilet on Main Floor

Computer Desk with High Speed Internet and WiFi on Main Floor

Computer Desk with High Speed Internet and WiFi on Main Floor

Bedroom Two with Queen-Size Bed - Airy, Warm and Inviting

Bedroom Two with Queen-Size Bed - Airy, Warm and Inviting

Full Bath with Tub and Shower, serving Bedrooms Two and Three

Full Bath with Tub and Shower, serving Bedrooms Two and Three

Spacious Bedroom Three has Two Twin Beds

Spacious Bedroom Three has Two Twin Beds

Bedroom Three - another angle showing Exterior Door to Lower Deck

Bedroom Three - another angle showing Exterior Door to Lower Deck

Enjoy the Seasonal Colors and Western Sunset from our Screen Porch

Enjoy the Seasonal Colors and Western Sunset from our Screen Porch

Rock the Afternoon Away on our Private & Peaceful Screen Porch

Rock the Afternoon Away on our Private & Peaceful Screen Porch

Autumn View from the Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Autumn View from the Deck and from all Rooms on the Main Level of our Home

Autumn: Driveway and parking area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Autumn: Driveway and parking area; Screen Porch at upper left with Overview

Summer View of the House with Back Porch and Enterance to Lower Level Deck

Summer View of the House with Back Porch and Enterance to Lower Level Deck

Each Season Has Its Beauty. Relax & Enjoy Each Day to its Fullest!

Each Season Has Its Beauty. Relax & Enjoy Each Day to its Fullest!

Mild Winter Day. Take a walk on the roads in our neighborhood. They are paved.

Mild Winter Day. Take a walk on the roads in our neighborhood. They are paved.

Welcome to Our Cottage!

Welcome to Our Cottage!

Bridal Veil Falls
  • Attraction
  • 2.64 miles to rental
Dry Falls
  • Attraction
  • 3.47 miles to rental
Ugly Dog Pub
  • Attraction
  • 1.16 miles to rental
On the Verandah
  • Restaurant
  • 1.69 miles to rental
Madison's
  • Restaurant
  • 1.19 miles to rental
The Inn at Half Mile Farm
  • Hotel
  • 2.09 miles to rental
The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts
  • Attraction
  • 0.62 miles to rental
Cyprus
  • Restaurant
  • 0.81 miles to rental
Cliffside Lake
  • Attraction
  • 3.96 miles to rental
Ristorante Paoletti
  • Restaurant
  • 1.24 miles to rental
Buck's Coffee Cafe
  • Restaurant
  • 1.19 miles to rental
Rosewood Market
  • Restaurant
  • 0.71 miles to rental
Episcopal Church of the Incarnation Chapel
  • Attraction
  • 1.2 miles to rental
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Nearest Motorway : Main Street, Highlands, NC at 0.7 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Ugly Dog Pub, South 4th Street, Highlands, NC at 1.2 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Madison's Restaurant at Old Edwards Inn and Spa at 1.2 Miles
Car: not necessary

Come and enjoy our mountain house. Walk to town or take a lovely, scenic walk along Holt Circle, which surrounds Holt Knob. Or just rest. This is in a wild but peaceful and enchanted land. The house offers privacy and comfort with the convenience to essentially everything you will need to enjoy your mountain getaway. It can be just for you, or you can bring your family.

Other Activities: Wildlife viewing, health/beauty spa, shopping, kayaking, snowboarding, rock climbing, boating, gem mining, waterfalls, and neighborhood walking.

Golf: Several Public Golf Courses are located in Highlands and within 30 min. from Highlands, NC

Ski: Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley, NC is located approximately 40 min. from Highlands, NC

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Changeover Day: negotiable

Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Highlands, North Carolina

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
May 1 2013 - May 31 2013
$230
$230
$1,100
$2,200
2 Nights
 
Notes: 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2, but up to $140 for 6 guests, $200/nt.-3 nights,230/nt -2 nights.   
 
Jun 1 2013 - Jun 30 2013
$230
$230
$1,200
$2,800
2 Nights
 
Notes: Add 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2 guests, but up to $140 for 6 Guests   
 
Jul 1 2013 - Aug 31 2013
$250
$250
$1,300
$5,000
3 Nights
 
Notes: Add 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2 guests, but up to $140 for 6 Guests   
 
Sep 1 2013 - Sep 30 2013
$220
$220
$1,100
$2,500
2 Nights
 
Notes: Add 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2 guests, but up to $140 for 6 Guests   
 
Oct 1 2013 - Nov 3 2013
$200
$200
$1,100
2 Nights
 
Notes: Add 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2 guests, but up to $140 for six, Oct. 10-27 rates are higher   
 
Nov 4 2013 - Dec 19 2013
$200
$200
$1,100
2 Nights
 
Notes: Add 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2 guests, but up to $140 for 6 Guests   
 
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 5 2014
$250
$250
3 Nights
 
Notes: Add 9.75 % tax, NO CLEANING FEE for 2 guests, but up to $140 for 6 Guests   

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 9.75%

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollar) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • Holidays are at High-Season Rates
  • BASE RATE is for 2-4, 6 guests will be extra ...$200/nt. (3 nights) -230/nt (2 nights).....$1100/wk .. ....$2200-2500/mo
    Summer, Oct. 10-17.......................................$230-$250/nt .. $1200-1300/wk .. $2800-($5000-JULY , AUGUST)/mo
    HOLIDAYS............................................................$250/nt.....

    Add 9.75% Tax, 2-7 nights minimum.
    NO CLEANING FEE for Two Guests who use just one bed
    Cleaning Fee up to $140 for 3 to 6 guests. Pets Fee:$10, an additional deposit may apply

    Refundable Damage Deposit is required.
    General CHECK-IN time - 3 pm and CHECK-OUT time - 11:00 am;
    No Smoking in the House. We except checks.
    Sometimes we have specials, please ask;

    Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


    Credit Cards Accepted:
    * Visa
    * Mastercard

    Dates avai
  • Please visit our VRBO listing #314663 for additional information

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Highlands, North Carolina

Property Type:
  • cottage
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 2000 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Mountain
  • Mountain View
  • Town
Theme:
  • Romantic
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Firewood
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Paper Towels
  • Air Conditioning
  • Local Maps
  • Telephone
  • Garage
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linens Provided
  • Shampoo
  • Parking
  • Wireless Internet
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Hair Dryer
  • Laundry Soap
  • Towels Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Broadband Access
  • Alarm Clock
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Washing Machine
  • Living Room
  • Basic Soaps
  • Fireplace ...
    firewood provided
Kitchen:
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Stove
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Pantry Items ...
    coffee, salt, pepper, sugar
  • Grill
  • Coffee Maker
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Dining
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms, 
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 3 - toilet
  • Master Bathroom has two separate sinks, a linen closet, and a walk-in shower
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 3 - 2 twin/ single , extra-long twin beds
  • Master bedroom with a king-size bed has cathedral ceiling with a skylight and located on the main level. The second and third bedrooms are on the lower level, offering additional privacy to the master bedroom. Each of the house’s three bedrooms has a separate exterior entrance onto one of its two decks. The second bedroom has a queen-size bed and the third bedroom has two extra-long twin beds. The second full bath is on the lower floor adjacent the second and third bedrooms.
Entertainment:
  • Radio
  • DVD Player
  • Games
  • VCR
  • CD Player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Games for Kids
  • Television
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Screen Porch / Veranda
  • Deck / Patio
  • Wood Deck
  • 2 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome ...
    There are some limitations. Please let us know about your kids.
  • pets considered ...
    We love pets but appreciate learning about yours. Our home is suitable ONLY for pets UNDER 40 lbs.
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions:
  • library
  • churches
  • live theater
  • rain forests
  • waterfalls
  • autumn foliage
  • museums
  • forests
  • restaurants
  • recreation center
  • botanical garden
Leisure Activities:
  • eco tourism
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • bird watching
  • antiquing
  • scenic drives
Local Services & Businesses:
  • hospital
  • fitness center
  • massage therapist
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountain climbing
  • fly fishing
  • hunting
  • hiking
  • golf
  • freshwater fishing
  • mountain biking
  • cycling
Notes: The great room has a cathedral ceiling, exposed beams, a skylight and a wood burning natural stone fireplace, the effect of which is enhanced by the natural leather of much of the great room furniture. The kitchen and master bedroom also have cathedral ceilings with skylights, and the kitchen and dining area continue the exposed beam décor of the Great Room. There is a powder room on the main floor. The house has a screen porch and deck facing a natural wilderness of rhododendron, laurel, and other mountain flora. The screen porch, which is located directly off the kitchen, provides an alternative dining area or simply a place to enjoy refreshments while watching the colorful sky against the western sunset – usually accompanied by a gentle mountain breeze. With an elevation of 3,800 ft., we are frequently 10-15 degrees cooler than most cities in the South.

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Highlands, North Carolina

In Town- Holt Knob! Sunset Alpine View! Well Furnished, Charming, Quiet, Clean
average rating of 5.0 based on 48 reviews
business
In Town- Holt Knob! Sunset Alpine View! Well Furnished, Charming, Quiet, Clean
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p329582
+1 704-618-1799
Highlands North Carolina Mountains
San Francisco, CA
5

Comfy Mountain Retreat

5 of 5
Submitted: May 10, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
Our group got really fortunate with this vacation rental! We had a last minute mishap where our original rental fell through, but luckily the lovely couple who owns this home accommodated us with a last-minute contract (literally, our other house was cancelled two days before we were to arrive in Highlands!). However, after setting foot inside for one minute, we felt glad that the original plan fell through.
The house is clean, comfortable, and very convenient to Main Street. We had a group of 5 people, with more than enough space to stretch out (and three bathrooms is always a big plus).
The best part of this house may be the porch - even with the cold, damp weather, my friend and I were able to enjoy the view out with our morning coffees in hand. There's also a two-story deck with a grill that looked ideal for warm-weather cookouts. Nice sized kitchen as well.
I would highly recommend this rental - both the house and its owners were an absolute pleasure!

One note - there's a tricky driveway situation, but with a good driver behind the wheel it's no problem. It's quite large though - you can fit 3, maybe 4 cars.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We work hard to meet the expectations of our guests and our own standards. We are glad you called us and that we could help you. You were a terrific group of guests. Thanks for you kind remarks.
business
In Town- Holt Knob! Sunset Alpine View! Well Furnished, Charming, Quiet, Clean
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p329582
+1 704-618-1799
Highlands North Carolina Mountains
5

A great place for a family to stay.

5 of 5
Submitted: April 22, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
My wife and I met our two grown children in Highlands for vacation. The rental property was just what we needed. All cooking and cleaning supplies were thoughtfully included for our use. The house was clean. The location is very convenient to town. There is almost no traffic on the road to the house which was convenient for walks after dinner. The house is just the right size for our family. Two of the bedrooms are downstairs which was nice. If one of us wanted to get away to read or whatever, he could disappear to the basement. I can honestly recommend this rental property. I hope that we will have an opportunity to do it again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at our mountain cottage. Most people like the location of the house and the very quiet paved street, which is great for walks or riding a bike. As you suggest, one of the two bedrooms on the lower level is quite large and is great for watching television or just allowing part of a family or group to get away and do their own thing. The separate entrances for both bedrooms and the deck that they access helps. Thanks for staying at our cottage.
business
In Town- Holt Knob! Sunset Alpine View! Well Furnished, Charming, Quiet, Clean
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p329582
+1 704-618-1799
Highlands North Carolina Mountains
Birmingham, AL
5

Great place!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 28, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
Our stay at Holt Knob was great! The house is comfortable and has everything you need, including a terrific view off the back porch and a great deck...and a working fireplace. The owners are incredibly nice and accommodating and went out of their way to make sure we had what we needed. We'll be back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We are always pleased when our guests have a great experience at our rental home. We try to do a little extra to accommodate their needs, and a positive response is a wonderful reward.
business
In Town- Holt Knob! Sunset Alpine View! Well Furnished, Charming, Quiet, Clean
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p329582
+1 704-618-1799
Highlands North Carolina Mountains
McDonough, Georgia
5

Our third straight Christmas visit

5 of 5
Submitted: January 8, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
Our 3rd straight Christmas visit to Highlands at Holt Circle . Consistency is a charm and your lovely Home is that! Fun walks around Holt Circle and up the knob, roaring fires and ample space, and the usual spotless condition of the Home keeps us returning. The welcome gift of fresh baked pound cake was a very nice touch.
Owner's Response: We are pleased that you enjoyed staying with us again. Comments such as yours are greatest reward for the effort we put into our vacation rental cottage. Please come again!
business
In Town- Holt Knob! Sunset Alpine View! Well Furnished, Charming, Quiet, Clean
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p329582
+1 704-618-1799
Highlands North Carolina Mountains
Memphis, TN
5

Wonderful holiday home

5 of 5
Submitted: November 28, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
We just returned from our first visit to Highlands, NC and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The town was fun to explore - especially on small business Saturday - and we were able to complete some of our Christmas shopping. The fresh air, hiking and fishing were also invigorating! However, I must say that I think it was Holt Knob vacation home that really made the entire trip so nice. It was everything we could have hoped for! Clean, great layout, comfortable furnishings, wonderful screened porch, kitchen with everything we needed and a fireplace that we took advantage of almost daily. Luba and John were wonderful hosts - we did not have a chance to meet them, but they were very responsive to emails during our planning stage and even left us a yummy loaf of fresh made bread as a welcome gift. It was a wonderful place to gather with family and enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday. We definitely hope to return again!
Luba and John - Thanks so much for sharing your lovely home with us! One of our best vacations ever!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We are happy that you enjoyed staying at our home on Holt Knob. It is convenient to town, and the walk is very pleasant. We try to treat our guests we would like to be treated, and we are always open to suggestions. Please stay with us again.
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