The mountain retreat where guests relax by crackling fires indoors or breathe fresh alpine air from private patio spaces - a perfect blend of comfort and nature.
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.
Downtown Highlands, a neighbourhood in Highlands, is home to Highlander Mountain House. Highlands Playhouse and Highlands Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Visit our Highlands travel guide
You can look forward to a terrace, a fireplace in reception 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 property
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Highlander Mountain House boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
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
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Built in 1885
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
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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
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Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets are 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 18 kg per pet
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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 any lifts
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 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Highlander Mountain House?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlander Mountain House on 29 Mar 2026 start from 5.136.885 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Highlander Mountain House located?
Located in Downtown Highlands, this inn is steps away 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
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We enjoyed our stay at the Highlander Mountain Home -spending our 25th anniversary there. We hope to return soon. Sarah was delightful and attentive. She provided answers to all of our questions. We had enjoyable conversations with the restaurant manager (and learned of her family’s long history in the community) as well as the staff members - Maggie, Abbie and Graham. The location was perfectly situated in the middle of town. Highlands is a wonderful community with gorgeous nature surrounding it.
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
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 !
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.
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
richard
22 Jul 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.
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.
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.
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.