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Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82100 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Flat Rock, NC
  • Place, Bonclarken Conference Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Park at Flat Rock
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Flat Rock Playhouse
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Flat Rock

This vacation home places you within a short walk of The Park at Flat Rock and within a mile (2 km) of Bonclarken Conference Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Bonclarken Conference Center - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Park at Flat Rock - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Flat Rock Playhouse - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Connemara - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairi-O - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boon Choo Thai Express - ‬5 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.

Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake

This 2-story lakeside cottage is in historical and beautiful Flat Rock, NC. It sits on a quiet lane in a large mountain retreat that gives you plenty of space to walk, explore, and relax. Spend quiet time on either of the two porches or say "hello" to the community sheep and goats. 1-mile away is the Flat Rock village center with beautiful gardens and several award winning eateries. Cove Cottage will sleep up to 8-people in 3-bedrooms.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Rules

3-autombiles max in parking space
VRBO charges a minimum $1 cleaning fee. In order to make your stay more affordable, we do not charge an additional cleaning fee.
Maximum number of guest not to exceed 8 persons. Penalty of $250 per guest per night in excess of 8 guests.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake Flat Rock

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Flat Rock within a short 10-minute walk of The Park at Flat Rock. You'll also find Flat Rock Playhouse and Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake?

No, but all accommodations at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is 18.8 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP), which is around 29.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake?

Yes, every accommodation at Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake comes with a balcony.

Flat Rock Cottage on Beautiful Highland Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thorough instruction provided by host a complete with a few personalized touches of refreshments for the adults and apples for the kids (goats. The cottage was spacious, beautifully decorated, well maintained, comfortable furnishings and well supplied. Easy parking. Would love to stay again if we get back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty Lynne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious, exceptionally clean home! Host was full of help and hospitality. Wish we could've stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay! Clean, organized, comfy beds, great location. 10/10 would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia C., Hillsborough, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable spot!

We loved our stay at this cottage, especially sitting and chatting on the three porches. The house was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed, and communication was super easy and friendly. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tana V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Flat Rick

Property was beautiful. Everything was immaculate. Enjoyed sitting by the fireplace and the easy access to various places in flat rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacation ever!

We checked in after Christmas. Two of our children and their partners joined us. The house was beautiful and had plenty of room for 6 adults and one infant. The house was decorated for Christmas. We loved that since one of our children hadn’t made it home. The property manager was very helpful and left small touches at the house that made us very welcome. The book about the area was wonderful. We walked down the road and fed the goats. Everybody loved that. We visited down town Hendersonville, Ashville, and Brevard. We hiked in two national forests - DuPont and Pisgah. The waterfalls were beautiful. We will definitely return, if we don’t buy our own place in the area. Nobody wanted to go home. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

darren k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful paradise

Beautiful property warm cozy organized and convenient to entertainment and food. Christmas decor a nice touch and a functional kitchen for multiple meals cooked
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest place I have stayed at in a while!

The host has done a phenomenal job making sure tenants have everything they need. We stayed in town for my niece's wedding and it was perfect. I would come back again for other trips to the mountains. This place was decorated for Christmas, everything in the kitchen was labeled and easy to find. I couldn't have asked for a better stay!! To the host, Thank you ! To vacationers, book now! You won't regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Bennettsville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

We love this home!

This is the 2nd time I have stayed at this property with my siblings, our partners, and my nephew. We love this house, its beautiful and set up perfectly. The neighborhood is so quiet and we love feeding the goats and sheep!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cove Cottage

Beautiful rental! Great property manager. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place…so clean and comfortable

Great place for a girls fall golf trip. Our 2nd time here. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., Knoxville,TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Excellent property which is conveniently located. Everything worked great, beds we’re very comfortable. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

GH C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Triathlon

We were here to participate in the Hendersonville Triathlon and this beautiful home met our needs perfectly. We would highly recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

NANCY B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in Flat Rock

Immaculate, well appointed, and very comfortable home. We loved coffee on the front porch each morning. A wonderful home to base out of for our wedding weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best mountain getaway

This house was absolutely perfect. From the front porch rocking chairs to walking down to feed tho goats. The layout was spacious yet cozy. Everything was organized. The host was top notch. I’ve seen dozens of plays at flatrock playhouse and they never disappoint. Hiking at dupont state park. Shopping and dinner in nearby hendersonville. Grocery store within 5 minute drive and flatrock bakery right around the corner. I couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised, and more!

Our expectations were high, based on previous reviews, but they were still exceeded! As advertised, and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot for Family Christmas!

This was our second time staying here and we loved it again! It was decorated with trees and wreaths for the holidays and everything was clean and well organized.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!!!

Best place ever! Such a lovely home where the owners make you feel so special! It is decorated beautifully and is so cozy and warm and inviting!! Can't wait to come back to relax and make family memories! Thank you for being so kind!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lici F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!!!

Great location, perfect property- amazing host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Flat Rock

Tastefully decorated home. All necessities for an enjoyable stay were provided. Would love to return some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful oasis

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful home and neighborhood. Communication with property manager was excellent.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Anyone wanting a peaceful beautiful quiet retreat this is the place. Very very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Cottage

One of the nicest properties we have stayed! Since we had a wedding to attend at Highland Lake Inn and resort, we decided to make a mini family vacation. The accommodations could not have been any better and we will certainly tell our friends about this home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cece Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO!!!!

This home far exceeded our expectations!! Could not have been better in any way…. We were up for a family wedding. Our grown daughters and their husbands were with us. We all agreed….. this was the best VRBO any of us had stayed in! Fantastic….. thank you, Woody, for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Getaway with Friends

Our group of four retired women decided to get away for a few days. I found this house on VRBO, and everyone agreed it was exactly what we were hoping to find. When we arrived, we found the cottage to be absolutely beautiful, spotless, and comfy. The setting is so relaxing, and the location is perfect for visiting Hendersonville and Flat Rock. The hosts were premier hosts in every way. We definitely would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

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