Located in Highlands, North Carolina city center, this nineteenth century historic inn features the on-site restaurant, The Ruffed Grouse Tavern, which serves lunch and dinner May through November. Free WiFi access is also offered. Decorated in antique-inspired furnishings, each room at this Highlands property includes a flat-screen cable TV and air conditioning. Select rooms feature a private balcony and clawfoot bathtub. The on-site bar, Cocktail Lounge, serves beer, wine, liquor, and appetizers. A garden and shared lounge are available to guests at the Highland Inn on Main Street. The property also offers free parking. The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts is 2133 feet away from the property. Highlands Country Club is 1.2 mi away from Highlander Mountain House. Highlands Nature Center is 0.7 mi from the inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
7.2
Location
9.6
Low score for Highlands
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Emily
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved the cozy vibe of the bar and restaurant and hanging out by the fire.
  • Mary
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved my cozy little room! The bed & linens super comfortable.
  • Radford
    United States of America United States of America
    Coffee and chocolate croissant in the morning was so good. The fireplace hang out areas were inviting. Location was perfect. The staff were amazing, especially Victoria.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Highlander Mountain House

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Highlander Mountain House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Curfew

    The entrance to the property is closed between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 6 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Highlander Mountain House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that this property does not accept American Express.

    Please note The Ruffed Grouse Tavern, the on-site restaurant, is closed from December through April.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Highlander Mountain House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Highlander Mountain House

    • Room options at Highlander Mountain House include:

      • Double

    • Highlander Mountain House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Highlander Mountain House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

      • The prices at Highlander Mountain House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Highlander Mountain House has 1 restaurant:

        • The Ruffed Grouse Tavern

      • Highlander Mountain House is 1,000 feet from the center of Highlands. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.