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Twin Ponds: Intown Highlands Home-Close to Waterfalls and Hiking, 5 min to OEI

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Living area | Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Gym
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  • Dryer
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  • Fireplace
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  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Highlands, NC
  • Popular LocationBridal Veil Falls2 min drive
  • Popular LocationDry Falls4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHighlands Country Club6 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)120 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.

Twin Ponds: Intown Highlands Home-Close to Waterfalls and Hiking, 5 min to OEI

Nature Lover's Dream! Nestled in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Highlands made famous for Joe Webb Cabins, Twin Ponds is perfect for nature lovers! Beautifully appointed home within walking distance to Lake Sequoyah and On the Verandah restaurant. It is 5 minutes to Old Edwards Inn and Main Street (2 miles), 1-2 mile from Bridal Veil Falls, and Dry Falls, and Callasaja Falls. Our favorite though is to take the private trail right from the front of the house to Cliffside Lake, or walk to tour the famous Joe Webb Cabins. Sip wine on two large covered decks overlooking two ponds on our property, the community garden, , picturesque horse farm and mountains in the distance. Wake up in the morning and have yoga on the deck by the pond, with birds singing around you! Sip coffee on the dock glider to take in the fresh mountain air, and enjoy the beautiful lotus flowers in the pond and fish darting out of water. Read a book in the hammock on a lazy afternoon, or just sit in the rockers hanging out with friends and family. At night, roast marshmallows by the fire pit!

Our home is over 3000 sqft of interior space on three levels, with two full length decks overlooking the ponds, horse farm and community garden. It has 5 bedrooms, and 3 full and 1 half bath. It is a wonderful house with an open floor plan to enjoy the family gathering and entertain. Main floor has cathedral ceilings, a very large living room seats 7-10, with a Mitchell Gold sofa, smart TV, and a gas fireplace at the click of a bottom. Dining room has an enormous Restoration Hardware dining table that can accommodate 10, kitchen with a sliding window to connect to the outdoor bar area. French doors open up to a huge deck, with dining tables, a seating area and an outdoor bar area connected to the kitchen. We just went through a brand new kitchen renovation, with beautiful cabinets, leathered hard marble countertop, and a big island overlooking the garden and horse farm. We have a grill, and an outdoor cooler to make family meals and entertaining easy. Lower Level Deck has 4 rockers, a hammock and another sitting area. Inside the house, upper level has a master bedroom with a King bed, and another bedroom with a queen. Enjoy a soothing bath in the beautiful claw foot tub, big enough for two. Lower level has three bedrooms, 1 King, 1 Queen, and 2 Twins. It also has another sitting area with smartTV and DVD player, and a foosball table that converts to a small pool table. We have prepared lots of games, books and movies for the rainy days. We have four SmartTVs in the house in total for you.

We have attempted to make our home as comfortable as possible to make your visit an exceptional one. We have stocked the kitchen with lots of pots and pans, regular and Keurig coffee, bread maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, rice maker, popcorn maker and more. Contemplating buying a purple mattress? The lower level king bedroom has one. Try it before you buy it😄. We have also compiled a guide for your stay for various activities and restaurants. There is a starter kit to get your vacation started. We hope you will enjoy Twin Ponds!💖

Property manager

Lei Shan Stockton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Lobster/crab pot

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Intown Luxury Home-nature Lovers Paradise Two Pond House
Intown Highlands Luxury Home-nature Lovers Paradise Two Pond
Intown Luxury Home-nature Lovers Paradise Two Pond

About the neighborhood

Highlands

This vacation home is located in Lake Sequoyah, a neighborhood in Highlands, and is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Highlands Biological Station, while The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Aerial Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 2 min drive
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 3 min drive
  • Dry Falls - 4 min drive
  • Highlands Country Club - 6 min drive
  • Cullasaja Falls - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Satulah Mountain Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wild Thyme Gourmet - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Twin Ponds: Intown Highlands Home-Close to Waterfalls and Hiking, 5 min to OEI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twin Ponds: Intown Highlands Home-Close to Waterfalls and Hiking, 5 min to OEI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twin Ponds: Intown Highlands Home-Close to Waterfalls and Hiking, 5 min to OEI?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Twin Ponds: Intown Highlands Home-Close to Waterfalls and Hiking, 5 min to OEI located?

This family-friendly Highlands vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Bridal Veil Falls. Highlands Biological Station and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness
great weekend
wonderful property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
We were in Highlands for a wedding. The house was perfect and everyone had their own room which was really nice. No one had to sleep on a sofa. It was very convenient to the Old Edwards Farm and downtown Highlands
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

MaryAnn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like living in a Monet painting!
Loved the mail Level and top floor. Lower level felt basement-like. The beds downstairs were uncomfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and convenient spot!
A great location - close to town but secluded and tucked away for relaxation! Ample bedrooms so we all had our own space to retreat and rest well, but dinner and shopping and the spa at Old Edwards were only minutes away! Plus the host sent an email with all kinds of local activities and events that were happening during our stay. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view and neighborhood
Great property! Owners respond very quickly to questions. Terrific views of garden and horses at neighboring property. Comfortable beds. Well equipped kitchen. 5 STARS!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in Higlands
The property was perhaps the best VRBO listing that we have rented! It was clean, fresh and very well equipped. The owner was great to communicate with and very helpful. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience!
Everything was wonderful. Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Cindy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake Sequoyah
This property is not being maintained well. The outside needs a refresh, and the inside was not clean, at all. Dust everywhere except for obvious places. Smoke alarm had no battery in it. All remotes in poor working order due to battery issues. Not cleaned thoroughly and not maintained even close to expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlands retreat
Twin Ponds is a wonderful, serene spot in which to relax and enjoy the beauty and peace of the mountains. It's convenient to town, but once you settle in you may not want to leave! The home is spacious and bright. Lei is a very responsive host--cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe M., Athens GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Hideaway
What a wonderful home situated in a beautiful valley on top of the mountain. The view over the ponds and gardens is incredible. The house has plenty of space for a large family. We had a great time cooking in the gourmet kitchen and using the grill on the back deck. The Master Suite is immaculate. We'll be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022