Escape to the serene surroundings of High Pond Cottage. Enjoy vaulted ceilings, a stone woodburning fireplace, and an abundance of light in the living room or unwind on the back screen porch overlooking Lake Osseroga. You can also access 4 canoes for exploring nearby waters.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace
Behind the gates of Lake Osseroga you will find High Pond Cottage. The living room greets you with soaring vaulted ceilings, stone woodburning fireplace, and an abundance of light. The kitchen is well equipped with any utensil one could need. Step out on the back screen porch to enjoy the Highlands outdoors and look out over Lake Osseroga.
The large main level master suite also has a King bed with vaulted ceilings, a sitting area, and a large en suite bathroom with double vanities, tub, and walk in shower. Downstairs you will find the media and game room, as well as two other guest bedrooms each with their own bath. The media/game room has a large screen tv, complete with Blu-Ray, Netflix, and Xbox 360. A game table is available for cards, board games, and puzzles. Guest bedroom 1 has a Queen bed. Guest bedroom 2 has two Twins. Just outside of the lower level media room is the grilling area and an outdoor stone patio with fireplace overlooking the pond.
There's also access to Lake Osseroga and 4 canoes that the association provides. It's never too soon to plot your next escape. Book High Pond Cottage today!
*This is an animal-free property.*
[All of the homes managed by Highlands Vacation Rentals have wifi internet access(speeds may vary based on different providers), basic kitchenware & dishes, linens provided, and a starter set of amenities including: 2 toilet paper rolls per bathroom + A set of personal shampoo, conditioner, hand & body soap (also per bathroom), 2 paper towel rolls, a few kitchen trash bags, a kitchen sponge, some dish soap and a couple of dishwasher and laundry detergent pods. ]
CANCELLATION POLICY: Our cancellation policy (effective for bookings confirmed after April 1, 2024) is outlined below: For reservations that are 21 days or less, A reservation cancelled ( by email receipt ) between 0 - 45 days prior to arrival is not eligible for a refund. If reservation is cancelled more than 45 days prior to arrival, guest shall receive a refund of all payments made* less a cancellation fee of 10% of the total cost of the reservation AND the cost of any trip insurance if purchased. *Refunds do not include third-party service fees as those are determined by the booking site and we do not control how those funds are processed. For any reservations that are more than 21 days, No refund will be given unless the property is re-rented over the previously booked dates. You may purchase Travel insurance to cover your trip for cancellations. Contact Highlands Vacation Rentals for details.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 not allowed
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Highlands is home to this holiday home. Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Highlands Biological Station and Cashiers Farmers Market. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Highlands travel guide
Is High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace located?
Situated in Highlands, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Whiteside Mountain and Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Old Edwards Club is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
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High Pond Cottage in Lake Osseroga | 2 Screened Porches, Stone Patio w Fireplace Reviews
Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Beautifully appointed home in highly desirable neighborhood. From motion detected night lights to hair dryers, no detail was overlooked. Great proximity to Main St, shops, and delightful restaurants. A must stay!!
We literally loved everything about this property. It’s close to highlands and house is beautiful. I would highly recommend it. We will be back again for sure.
We enjoyed our stay at High Pond. The property was as listed, very clean. Beautiful quite gated neighbored. Convenient to all the hiking areas in Highlands. The bed was comfortable which is very important to me. The house all the amenities we needed.
Although it was just my husband and myself this would be awesome stay for family.
We stayed here for a girls’ getaway. The house is beautifully decorated and has beautiful spaces. Two screened in porches and an outdoor patio with fireplace were enjoyed by all. The location between Highlands and Cashiers was perfect which made exploring the area easy. I didn’t have the heart to drop the rating because of the TV situation, but it was an issue. There is not a tv on the main floor. The tv’s were located in the master bedroom and downstairs family room. Since the cable was not working (Which mgmt said someone would fix it, but no one ever showed up), we were forced to all watch TV in the master. Other than this we were extremely happy with the house.
Beautifully appointed and decorated, this welcoming home was perfect for a quiet week in the mountains. Close to Main Street, and plenty of wonderful restaurants and shops. We enjoyed our stay so much that we booked again for next year!!
Lovely home with excellent amenities. Great layout. Note to prospective guests the driveway brings a new meaning to the word steep and firewood is not included. Neighborhood was quiet and beautiful.
We went up for a long weekend stay and the house was clean and perfect for our family. This house has a wonderful outside fireplace and beautiful views of mountains and the lake. Highly recommend!
Beautiful house, in a gated community, very quiet and beautiful surroundings.
The property has space for everyone to spread out if you are with your family. Loved the downstairs den, great games, TV and space to have fun. Kitchen is not large but has every amenity that you could need and a large table for family gatherings.
Enjoyed the porches, both the screened in porches and the stone patio. Our little one loved sitting next to the water feature off the side patio. Well stocked in terms of utensils and cooking items. Beds were comfortable! Although the property has internet we did have some challenges with bandwidth where using it upstairs and on the patio/porches was hit and miss, so would say if you need to work it would be best to have an alternative WiFi source with you if more than one person is streaming video calls or using other devices all at the same time, we had personal mifis with us so were able to connect to those to help eliminate some of the streaming challenges on Monday. Home was well maintained and beautifully decorated. We also saw a mama black bear and her two very young cubs in the woods near the house on our last afternoon. Great location between Highlands and Cashiers. Overall very happy with our stay.
Highlands home with excellent quality offering the finest materials and construction.
Located just 4.5 miles from the downtown Main Street in Highlands, this house provided our family of four with everything that we needed and wanted on our vacation. The downstairs area has two bedrooms with adjoining bathrooms and a large recreation/bonus room. Our kids loved this arrangement. This home is so well constructed and thought out that my wife and I did not hear any noise as our children played downstairs.
The interior woodwork is to be marveled. My wife and I really enjoyed the solid quality and beauty of this home. The back porch is screened and all of the furniture both inside and outside is of great quality and condition. The home was also well cleaned.
We have stayed at many properties over the last decade; this is the first home that we believe should require renter preapproval because the house is so nice.
We were thrilled that we choose this property through VRBO.
Scott B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy C.
29 Dec 2018
Fantastic mountain home for family getaway
This is an outstanding property in a wonderful small mountain lake neighborhood. The house is well designed and beautifully decorated with all amenities. We enjoyed a family getaway with our young adult children and the layout of the house was perfect. The location is close enough to Highlands to enjoy shopping, dining, etc. but we also felt the privacy of a beautiful mountain lake setting. We plan to return when it’s warm enough to use the lovely screened porches and outdoor patio and fireplace.
Nancy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren R.
24 Oct 2018
Fabulous house in a fabulous location!
Gorgeous house in a gorgeous location! High Pond cottage is in a perfect location- just a short drive to town but far enough away for peace and quiet. The house is furnished and decorated beautifully. The pictures don’t do it justice!
Lauren R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Forrest C.
12 Oct 2018
Wonderful cottage and an ideal location between Higlands and Cashiers!
A very accommodating home for our extended family. Plenty of room for 6 and the beds were all very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and utensils. The back screened porch is absolutely wonderful! Just be aware that the drive is a bit steep and takes some initial finesse to master.
Forrest C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sidney J.
4 Sept 2018
Perfect in every way!
We were just there for Labor Day weekend and had a ball. High Pond Cottage was fabulous- it is nestled in a quaint neighborhood half way between Highlands and Cashiers which is a perfect location. The decor is attractive and inviting, the beds and bed linens so comfortable. We liked the set-up with the master on the entry level floor and the two other bedrooms on the lower level. Everyone had just the right amount of privacy. We wanted to watch the college football season openers, and the lower den was perfect for watching the games while grilling out and enjoying the outdoor fireplace. I was pleasantly surprised that the kitchen was so well appointed as we ended up preparing a couple of dinner meals. The property manager was great also. I highly recommend High Pond Cottage and will certainly rent again!
Sidney J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily n.
15 Aug 2018
Beautiful Highlands home close to Main Street!
Loved the screened in porch and beds were very comfortable! The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you’ll need. The kids will absolutely love the downstairs tv room and comfy sofa. There’s not a tv in the main floor den but there is a nice one in the master bedroom. I would definitely rent again!
Emily n.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
wimberley w.
27 Jul 2018
Absolutely charming house.
Highly recommend this wonderful home. The back porch was our favorite place to be and the house has everything needed for a comfortable stay in the mountains.