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Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit

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Sanctuary Cottage is a beautifully renovated Highlands home with plenty of room for retreat and relaxation. Unwind in the cozy living room by the stone fireplace, or enjoy mountain air on the expansive covered screen deck and large open deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit

Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with day beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Lake Sequoyah, a neighbourhood in Highlands, is home to this holiday home. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highlands Country Club and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Highlands travel guide
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Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls
    Bridal Veil Falls
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dry Falls
    Dry Falls
    2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Whiteside Mountain
    Whiteside Mountain
    12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, adjacent to the Tuckasegee River. It is a freight and heritage railroad in Western North Carolina
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    58 min drive - 78.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shell
    5 min drive
  • Los Vaqueros
    4 min drive
  • Oak Steakhouse
    10 min drive
  • Calders Coffee Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit located?

Located in Lake Sequoyah, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Bridal Veil Falls. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Dry Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Sanctuary Cottage: Historic Highlands Charm w/ Screen Porch, Large Deck, Firepit Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in convenient location

My husband and I loved our stay at Sanctuary Cottage. The home was beautifully decorated and the neighborhood was convenient yet quiet. We felt right at home as soon as we walked in, lamps and music on as well as fresh cut flowers to welcome us. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Corey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great charm and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
well appointed and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy space for 4 adults and 2 small children. We loved the gas fireplace. Kitchen fully equipped. Bring all your own food tho. Salt & pepper enough coffee for 1 pot is the only food included.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

We absolutely loved our stay at Sanctuary Cottage. It is such a lovely and comfortable home. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck for cocktails and looking at the stars. The screened porch is a perfect spot to hang out during the rainfall. The kitchen is very well appointed having everything you need. Everything was just right. Lots of great spots to cozy up with a book. We loved our stay and hope to go back next summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house was beautiful and well equipped with everything you could possibly need.

The property was great but the only problem was there was just one tv.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family getaway

Perfect for our family of four! The kitchen was incredible, sunsets were fabulous and convenient to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Vacation

The pictures of this property absolutely do not do it justice! It is FANTASTIC! The property owners have thought of every thing you might need! The linens and pillows on every single bed are fabulous! No expense was spared in this design! The outdoor space and views are amazing! We stayed here with our 15 year old, 6 year old and 3 year old. We hiked several local trails! Fantastic trip! You are just a few miles outside of town. Location is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021