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Highlander Mountain House

3.5 star property
Inn in Highlands with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Aerial view
Main House Deluxe King 2,3 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Dining
Rustic charm defines Highlander Mountain House. Travelers gather by the lobby fireplace, relax on the spacious terrace, and savor local flavors in the restaurant. Attentive staff and free WiFi enhance this memorable mountain getaway.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Main House Standard Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunkhouse Standard Queen Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bunkhouse Standard King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunkhouse Standard King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Main House Deluxe King 2,3 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Deluxe King 2,3

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Main House Deluxe Queen 1,6 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Deluxe Queen 1,6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Main House Deluxe King 5 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Deluxe King 5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunkhouse Standard Queen Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Main House Deluxe King 4 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Deluxe King 4

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bunkhouse Standard Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunkhouse Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Main House Standard Queen 7 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Standard Queen 7

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
270 Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Dry Falls - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Highlander Mountain House

Inn located in Downtown Highlands
You can look forward to a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar at Highlander Mountain House. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Highlander Mountain House have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1885
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 40 lbs per pet
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Main Street Inn Highlands
Main Street Inn
Main Street Highlands
Main Street Inn
Highlander Mountain House Inn
Highlander Mountain House Highlands
Highlander Mountain House Inn Highlands

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlander Mountain House pet-friendly?

Yes, Highlander Mountain House allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Highlander Mountain House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Highlander Mountain House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highlander Mountain House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Highlander Mountain House located?

Located in Downtown Highlands, this inn is steps from Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Playhouse. Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Art Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

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Highlander Mountain House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 207 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are kind of small but the location and service make up for it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food in the bar and restaurant!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and cozy atmosphere. The rooms were small but would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel was just what I needed. Comfortable, inviting, interesting. The staff was exceptional. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a wonderful stay at this cozy Inn. Highlands is just the prettiest area and the hotel had the perfect cozy vibe we were looking for. The breakfast was amazing! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baxter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room temperature was very comfortable and clean. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay ! The rooms are very safe quiet and cozy. The staff was amazing. Everyone was so friendly. The food was delicious. All the shopping was within walking distance so the location is perfect . We will be back next year !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great one night stay for a wedding! Loved the place and the room and staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Room was a little small, but that was not an issue for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Amenities
Our bunkhouse room was rather small but efficient & nicely furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, hospitable staff. Also, two common areas with period decor and stone fireplace + fire created a warm, relaxed, inviting atmosphere that we'll want to return to.
Restaurant/tavern and common room area
Front door
Ground level guest room porch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ladson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eclectic in older structure rooms and very unique dining area, gardens . Parking is very limited- be prepared to climb steps …
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is quaint. Very friendly staff and great little bar. Love the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highlands Weekend

It was a friendly environment,met, convenientbtimdisnrown Highland's, and quiet. Very walkable, close to many restaurants and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place overall if you want to be close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Highlands

Room was located in a great area, room was very small building was made of wood so a noise from everywhere including adjacent rooms with amplified. Staff was very helpful and room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room but very worn and tired looking furniture, floor coverings and paint.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, comfortable, convenient to all of downtown Highlands
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very much like a luxury cabin with air conditioning. The bed soft and took up most of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, but very poor internet/TV reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Located within walking distance from the downtown, my wife and I could enjoy both Restaurants and shopping. There was a great highing and trails to follow with in a few miles. Definitely a return visit will be scheduled.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The people up on top floor was very noicy and had bad night sleep had to leave to go to a different hotel eat money never gave me a night back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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