Highlander Mountain House offers a warm welcome with its rustic charm. Enjoy the cozy fireplace in the lobby, unwind on the spacious terrace, and savor local flavors at the restaurant. With free WiFi and helpful staff, this mountain retreat is sure to leave a lasting impression.
The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Highlands Biological Station - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive
Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 118 min drive
Restaurants
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - 10 min drive
Shell - 7 min walk
Los Vaqueros - 5 min walk
Oak Steakhouse - 9 min drive
Calders Coffee Cafe - 2 min walk
About this property
Highlander Mountain House
Enjoy your visit to Highlands with a stay at Highlander Mountain House. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (6 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Built in 1885
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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
Are pets allowed at Highlander Mountain House?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Highlander Mountain House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Highlander Mountain House?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Highlander Mountain House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Highlander Mountain House like?
Highlander Mountain House is a short 4-minute walk from Cullasaja River Gorge and 3 minutes' walk from Highlands Playhouse. Travelers recommend the inn for its walkable location.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
Kind and helpful staff
Lindsey
Lindsey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Such a wonderful experience. It was so cozy and everyone was so welcoming.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
great place to stay; clean room; pleasant staff; we stayed at the bunkhouse with a balcony.... ate some of our meals on the balcony and had some quiet time
SALLY
SALLY, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
The rooms are kind of small but the location and service make up for it.
amit
amit, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2025
The room was spotless and staff were great. Just very disappointed that we couldn’t enjoy the fireplace and restaurant due to a wedding
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
Perfect location!
The location is perfect for a trip to Highlands. All of shops and restaurants on main street are an easy walk!
Rex
Rex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
We had a great one night stay for a wedding! Loved the place and the room and staff were excellent.
Lance
Lance, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
The hotel was just what I needed. Comfortable, inviting, interesting. The staff was exceptional. I enjoyed my stay.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
The room temperature was very comfortable and clean. We loved it!
Baxter
Baxter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2025
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 !
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 9, 2025
I enjoyed my stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Parking is challenging and I had to park offsite a couple of times.
Food in the restaurant was good, but overpriced with small portions. Seating was uncomfortable.
I would consider returning to stay, but dine elsewhere.
Peter E
Peter E, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2023
Great location with good rooms.
Michael T
Michael T, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2025
Eclectic in older structure rooms and very unique dining area, gardens . Parking is very limited- be prepared to climb steps …
Ladson
Ladson, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2025
Quaint, comfortable, convenient to all of downtown Highlands
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
It has a great location and was very clean.
Pete
Pete, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
We travel with our dogs and they made the stay easy and enjoyable for us and our pets. Will definitely stay again.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2024
For the area it is an appropriately nice stay:) you have to appreciate the historic structure and experience.
Desiree Moreno
Desiree Moreno, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2025
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.
richard
richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
Location, it quiet and close to restaurants I liked the way things were in walking distance and was able to enjoy the culture and different shops and eateries. I would recommend it to everyone as a great weekend getaway.
Joe
Joe, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
We had such a great stay even just for 1 night. The property was extremely cozy and centrally located. The front yard is so welcoming. We had a Bunkhouse lower level room which allows dogs for a fee. Be aware the rooms are on the smaller side but ours did have a patio that helped make it seem bigger. My only complaint was that the restaurant wasn’t open on a Sunday evening despite it being busy season. We would have loved to check it out. However they offered coffee and a super tasty breakfast loaf to hold us over through checkout. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in Highlands.
Carolina
Carolina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
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.
Lewis
Lewis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2024
One night in Highlands
Great location, very clean and safe.
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2024
Perfect for a weekend getaway
A warm and cozy place to stay in the best mountain town!! We enjoyed the restaurant and bar each day / night we stayed. The staff was outstanding and the bartender made delicious cocktails.
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2024
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.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2024
Our room was just what we needed as a retreat from our couple of busy days in town. The outdoor space was great and the bar on site had very sweet staff.