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Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views

WE DO NOT ACCEPT AMEX

This Rent In Highlands vacation rental home has a strict NO PET policy. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in a $1000.00 fine.

Only adults (25 years old and older) may reserve this property and an adult must occupy the property at all times.

This beautifully renovated vacation home on Little Bear Pen features a bright, open floor plan all on one level—perfect for couples or families. The home includes multiple comfortably furnished bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom and modern amenities. The kitchen is well-equipped with a gas stove and flows into a spacious dining area with a large rustic table, ideal for group meals. The single-level layout offers easy access throughout the living, dining, and bedroom spaces, making it a convenient and comfortable place to stay.

Outdoor Spaces:
At the front of the home, a covered porch with two sets of rocking chairs offers a peaceful spot to relax. Off the dining room, a screened-in porch features plenty of seating around a wood-burning fireplace and a dining table for outdoor meals. This space opens to an uncovered deck that connects to the kitchen for easy access. The primary bedroom has private access to the deck, which also links back to the screened porch. On the far side of the home, the guest room opens to another section of the same deck—also connected to the porch. With multiple entry points and seating areas, this spacious outdoor layout is perfect for unwinding and entertaining.

What our guests are saying…

"Perfect mountain getaway. The house is the perfect location in the mountains and only a very short drive into The downtown. I really did not want to leave. We had cozy fires and they even provided the firewood for us! Will definitely want to come back!" - Rent In Highlands Vacation Rental Guest, Dina

Rent In Highlands Vacation Rental Cancellation Policy

Policy (A)  for reservations less than 20 days:
A reservation canceled between 0-45 days prior to arrival is not eligible to receive a refund. If more than 45 days notice is given, the renter shall receive a refund of all payments made, less a cancellation fee of 10% of the Total Cost of the Reservation.

Policy (B) for reservations of 20 days or more and reservations made 6 months in advance:
NO refund is given unless the property is re-rented under the same terms (Trip insurance is available and recommended to help protect your trip).

Special Amenities:

Gas Grill
Indoor Wood Burning Fireplace
Screened Porch with Wood Burning Fireplace
Generator

This home is professionally managed by Rent in Highlands, a division of Country Club Properties. Your premier source for Vacation Rentals in Highlands NC.

Property manager

Rent In Highlands

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,698 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Enjoy Spectacular Scenic Mountain Views House Highlands
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Enjoy Spectacular Scenic Mountain Views

About the neighborhood

Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • Highlands Playhouse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Highlands Country Club - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Dry Falls - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 13 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Highlands Dog Park, and Highlands Art Gallery. Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Little Bear Pen | Beautifully Renovated Home on Little Bear Pen Mountain with Spectacular Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana K.

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

Home away from home

The house was very comfortable. We had EVERYTHING we could have possibly needed or wanted. The house is beautiful. Every bedroom was comfy and quiet. The views are amazing. Our stay was a short one but we would love to stay here again and enjoy the deck, grill and outdoor fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Little Bear Pen

Great! But our weather wasn’t. Still had a wonderful time and it’s a great house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Signal Mountain, USA

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

Lovely Home

This is our second time staying in this beautiful home. Great location. We’ll be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Doug Eskew

This is our favorite place to stay! As always, Alicen takes great care of us.

This is our favorite place to stay! As always, Alicen takes great care of us.

10/10 Excellent

Kate U.

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

Highlands Food and Wine Getaway

Our group of four couples thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! The home was very well taken care of and provided the perfect place for us to relax and catch-up. We would definitely recommend this house to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Great Stay, Great Location

Thanksgiving in Highlands is an annual thing for our family, and this was a great few days. The layout of the house was perfect for our family, and the location is terrific. Property manager was attentive and responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Wonderful home in a very convenient location close to downtown Highlands. Perfect porch .

Check in was easy and the home well stocked for all our needs. Loved the location and screened in porch!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Fort Worth, TX

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

Wonderful

Nice place on a great, close to town mountain.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

House was very clean with a amazing view . Host was very nice .

Great Experince will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Delightful Spring Stay

Well decorated and well located, the house had lot of character and ton of charm, as well as a lovely view. The primary suite was comfortable with a lovely marble bathroom with tub. The primary bedroom had a lovely view, was cozy, and had a comfortable bed. Only side note - some of the guest beds had very firm mattresses. Regardless - would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Great mountain home

Property was just as described, spotless, close to town-not walking distance, very nicely renovated, nice view, great screened in patio with fireplace and tv, stocked with everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Fantastic property

The home is stunning and has ample room for everyone. Also, the distance to Main St is just about perfect (not walking distance but incredibly easy and close). We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great spot!

stayed for a weekend getaway with family. Close to town and easy to get there. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene H.

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

Wonderful home- Great location- Stunning view

The property was nice, convenient, fully equipped , and I would suggest it for a family of 4- 8.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Owen B.

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

Great location and communication

Our group of 8 adults (4 couples) loved Little Bear Pen. Great communication from the owner and easy commute to all things Highlands. Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cole C.

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

Highlands Trip- 2022

This property exceeded our expectations. An all around great property with so much convenience to Downtown where most of our time was spent. The place was super clean and offered all things needed when vacationing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Very comfortable home

Beautiful home with lovely grounds. It has just about everything one could want.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

Very Nice Place

The scenic view at this place is very nice. The house seems brand new on the inside, and the outdoor screened in deck is a very cool spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marykate U.

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

Wish we booked for a longer stay!

We had 7 adults and 1 four-year-old and this house was so perfect. It was clean and beautiful and so relaxing! We were in Highlands for a family wedding and it was a great vacation for everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dina P., Atlanta, GA

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

Perfect mountain getaway

The house is the perfect location in the mountains and only a very short drive into The downtown. I really did not want to leave. We had cozy fires and they even provided the firewood for us! Will definitely want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

We will definitely be back!

We had a wonderful time at Little Bear Pen House! The house was beautiful and clean, and in such a perfect location! Even though the weather was too stormy and too warm for our taste this time of year, we were still able to make the best of our vacation in your home! We love the Highlands and will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

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

Multigenerational Stay

View was great and rooms were too. We liked the great room layout. We did have a heating issue the first night, but the property manager handled it quickly and the locals who service the property drove there on a Friday to bring space heaters and ultimayfixed the problem. Great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roslyn Smith

B

Beautifully furnished home great for families or couples

10/10 Excellent

Charis W.

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

Perfect!

Clean. Close to Main Street. Stunning view. Would definitely stay again! Bears were curious so we 🐻 left the porch lights on and they didn’t bother us. It was a genuinely fun stay. Very grateful to have made memories there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Great Home!

We had 2 families of 4 with a range of ages and this property was perfect! The spacious living room and the updated kitchen accommodated us with no problem. The back porch looked amazing, but the weather wasn’t cooperating for us to hang out there. We would rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022