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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 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

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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Reviews

Highlander Mountain House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

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

Jane

Liked: Amenities
Our bunkhouse room was rather small but efficient & nicely furnished.
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely small. Staff not great. No coffee in lobby as promised. Not a great value but ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

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

Cozy in with happening restaurant and bar

Great inn with a nice bar and band on Thursday night from 6-9pm. Outdoor music is a bit loud and off-putting, but service was very good at front desk and cozy fireplace was nice in lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Watson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! Always a favorite when I come to Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Loved being in town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the laid back atmosphere throughout the property and our room was delightful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at this property numerous times over the years. They’ve made wonderful updates and it truly feels like a mountain lodge with an amazing bar and gorgeous seating area. The restaurant was closed so we didn’t get to try it. Would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet escape to a truly charming inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Highlands stay

Staff was very helpful and cheery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Bed was very comfortable. Loved sitting out front having wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

AMIR

Liked: Amenities
Good location. The property is nice but rooms are very small.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Rustic luxury

Lovely place to stay. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quaintness !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great low-key spot. Enjoyed the Blues and Brews night on Thursday, and the room was comfortable, and well appointed. Fireplace Coffee and Muffin on a rainy Friday was exactly what I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay in highlands!! Right on downtown; so we walked everywhere! Had a lovely lobby area with 2 fireplace sitting areas- we would end the day here, relaxing and chatting with fellow visitors.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was A+ as well as bedding. However, the bed filled most of the room therefore not leaving room for anything else. The size of the closet was 1.5 ft x 4.5 ft at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to downtown, easy to walk to dining. Only thing the rooms need are bigger garbage can(s) and USB ports for charging. Staff was wonderful, Delores, Jane, Suzanne and Sherry the manager. All helpful and friendly. Oh Yea, need to get the propane tank filled for the outdoor fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Will go back again

Very interesting historic building. Very friendly staff. Room medium size but very comfortable. Unfortunately restaurant not open for days we stayed. Easy walking distance to other restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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