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"Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Highlands Hills

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Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Highlands

Highlands Hills stay.With a stay at this Highlands Hills vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts. Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Highlands Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Highlands Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Highlands Playhouse - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

"Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture

Sophisticated and charming, this architecturally inspired mid-century home offers an open floor plan with over 2,000 square feet of living space and all wood finishes. Beautiful soaring ceilings and fresh designer elements. This one level modern lodge with a step-down living room is sited on a private lot near Mirror Lake, within a 5 minute drive to everything downtown Highlands has to offer. Newly furnished, the home offers AC, Wi-Fi, Flat screen TVs, Fire Pit and a six person Hot Tub. There are 2 fireplaces – one in the living room and one in the dining area, hardwood floors and special touches throughout. Escape to this inviting mountain retreat to relax and recharge in nature and privacy.

Outside, there is a hot tub, stone terrace with fire pit and multiple Adirondack chairs – perfectly lit with cafe lights for romance and for making s'mores. Plus, a screened porch sitting area and connected wrap around dining/party deck with a Weber Gas Grill and umbrella-covered table and chairs. The home is on a private and serene lot surrounded by beautiful N.C. hardwood trees and a trail around the house. Level entry to porches from the house, only 2 steps to main entry from the driveway and covered parking area, and only 5 steps off the rear decks to the outdoor amenities for making memorable nights by a roaring fire.

Inside: 3 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths: 2 king bedrooms and the third bedroom with 2 queens... all with large closets. The fully equipped kitchen has everything like home: Keurig coffee maker, waffle maker, toaster oven, blender, pots and pans, mixer, olive oil, spices and more! Enjoy the utility of the kitchen island and separate wet bar and wine/beverage cooler. Laundry room with a large side by side washer/dryer! Office area for catching up on emails or planning your Highlands adventures.

Great location off Billy Cabin Road and near Half-Mile Farm by Old Edwards, less than 5 minutes to town, grocery, award-winning restaurants, Old Edwards Inn, the Wine Shoppe, and amazing boutique shopping! Walk down the hill to Mirror Lake or Apple Lake where you can walk around the lake communities... lovely any time of year! And there is nothing like hiking to the local waterfalls and the mountain parks. Enjoy a toast on Sunset Rock or Glen Falls just minutes away!

Escape the Summer heat and come relax with family or friends above 4000 ft. in elevation or enjoy a roaring file in winter when it snows! Hearing the rain on the metal porch roof is a special treat. Dolly Lodge is your perfect vacation get-away.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture to the airport?

This vacation home is 57.3 mi (88-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture to downtown Highlands?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Highlands.

"Dolly Lodge" - Private 2.5 Acres /Mid-Century Architecture Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susie D.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R., Athens, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect mountain getaway! This home was lovely and enjoyed by everyone. Plenty of room for our family to spread out but also lots of common spaces to share time together. Everything was very comfortable and clean. It was a very short drive to downtown Highlands with fun shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrice b.

Liked: Cleanliness
4TH year at Dolly Lodge!!! Do I need to say more. We absolutely love our stay here. Perfect hosts perfect mountain get away:). See you next year!
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a excellent place to stay!

We’ve stayed here before, and this place never cease to deliver all the little details from the landscaping to the fire pit to the Jacuzzi and the well manicured lawn. Even the details in the home make us all feel comfortable. It’s a great place to stay.! Thanks guys!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second stay at Dolly Lodge, and we booked our third while we were there (can’t wait for summer 2026!). A fabulous home and property!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rye W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would stay again

Unique property, close to town, perfect for our family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house!

We spent New Year's in Highlands with one other couple and our dog. The house was delightful and very convenient to downtown Highlands. It is better than the photos. We enjoyed the comfy great room for relaxing and playing games, and the fireplace was wonderful. The kitchen is new and modern. We found the bed extremely comfortable and slept late every morning! The hot tub was also a treat! We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas at Dolly Lodge 2024

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Dolly Lodge for four nights over Christmas. A beautiful, comfortable, well-furnished home with an incredible kitchen. The fireplace was a wonderful addition for our stay. Phil was a great host and readily available to answer questions. We would love to return! Highly recommend, any time of year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property!

Our family travels to Highlands each fall and we rent homes every time we come to town. This property was certainly one of our favorites. We stayed over the week of Thanksgiving. Dolly Lodge is a large beautiful upscale mountain home that is well appointed and beautifully decorated. My family included small children and parents (6 people) that stayed comfortably as the home has 3 bedrooms (two primary rooms) and a separate room two beds) all on the main floor which was nice because most other properties are two story which makes it hard with tiny children. The dual wood burning fireplaces, cozy family room, outdoor hot tub and fire pit, and the large designer kitchen were our favorite features of this stunning home. This rental is very clean and the owner communicates promptly and the home has everything you could possibly need. The property is a very close drive to town, although it is located up a very winding road that takes a bit of driving to get up and down. We got lost a few times but quickly managed to get the hang of the drive as we made multiple trips to town each day as well as trips to Franklin, Clayton, and Dillard. We would 100% rent this property again and I highly recommend it. Thank you to the property owners for sharing this gem with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend

We had a wonderful stay at Dolly Lodge. Phil is an amazing host who was responsive to all inquiries. The house is exactly as advertised. Clean, well equipped and comfortable. Very quiet. Beautiful property. We really enjoyed our stay. We plan to return, and highly recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marta R., Sarasota, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Zen retreat

Beautiful property with everything you could need. Are too small dogs love the large yard and the surrounding area to walk in. We were there for two weeks and one of the weeks we had a fair amount of rain, but the house is perfectly situated to still enjoy your stay. It’s a quiet oasis surrounded by trees, which is very close to town but far enough away to relax and rejuvenate.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Labor Day Weekend!

Beautiful home with wonderful amenities, and very close to everything! Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Dream!

Dolly Lodge is hands down the best VRBO property we have visited. It is a haven in the woods, with beautiful details at every turn. We loved it so much that we booked our next visit before leaving! Thank you for a magical week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrice b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Highlands Getaway

Once again a fantastic time at Dolly Lodge !!! A true mountain hideaway with all the convenience of Highlands.
Stayed 37 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness

We’ll be back to Dolly Lodge

Great location close to downtown Highlands but up in the hills away from noise and crowds. Nice updates, great kitchen, secluded, well stocked and quiet. We’ll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home

We were able to find the house just as described. We were able to relax and enjoy Highland. It is very convenient. Great kitchen that was well stocked. We checked in with the owner to see if we needed to do anything special when we were leaving. A real pleasure to talk with. Great place to get away and relax. Plan to make another trip to Highland and hope to be able to stay at Dolly Lodge.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nestor V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Halloween Get-a-Way

Dolly Lodge is a beautiful spacious home in a great location less than 2.0 miles from downtown Highlands with a large property in a secluded neighborhood. Would definitely consider staying again for another trip to Highlands.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Place in the Highlands, NC

The house was very comfortable, and very secluded. We really enjoyed our 2 weeks there. It was the perfect escape. Close enough to main street (6 - 7 minutes) but a world away. We caught the leaves perfectly. Created some wonderful memories that will endure.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica M., Tampa, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house

I come to Highlands every year and rent. This house was by far the best house yet. They have everything you need from a top of the line kitchen to a hot tub & fire pit area. So many areas to relax in. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Dolly Lodge is even better than the photos. Tastefully decorated, well equipped cook’s kitchen, multiple comfortable places to rest and relax, secluded location yet close to town and activities. Already planning our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Escape to Dolly Lodge

This is our second year to leave the heat and humidity of the Gulf coast behind for a week long escape to Dolly Lodge. Once again, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Phil and Holly's beautiful mountain home! We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

patrice b.

Liked: Cleanliness

just perfect !!!

Love everything about Dolly Lane! Holly and Phil are fantastic hosts. This was our second stay with them.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

georgeann l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

Very enjoyable! We had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022