Located in Mirror Lake, this cottage is adjacent to Nantahala National Forest and within 2 miles (3 km) of Bridal Veil Falls. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Cullasaja River Gorge - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Highlands Playhouse - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
Highlands Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
Shell - 5 min drive
Calders Coffee Cafe - 4 min drive
Oak Steakhouse - 8 min drive
Blue Bike Cafe - 4 min drive
Los Vaqueros - 4 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.
Hypnotic Screened Porch
Lovely home on wooded lot in the highly sought after Mirror Lake neighborhood. The screened porch is a true highlight - great for napping, reading and entertaining. You will enjoy the cool temperatures and lovely breezes even in the summer (the elevation at the house is 3832). There is also a pretty field stone porch with adirondack chairs and a swing perfect for relaxing. Off the screened porch is a large, bright great room with a wood burning fireplace. We enjoy cooking so you will find the kitchen to be stocked with all the pots, pans and tools you need to create a great meal. This peaceful home is also conveniently located just 1.7 miles from downtown. You can even walk to downtown via beautiful and safe back roads. If you need to stay in touch with the outside world, there is great wi-fi and TV.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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
General
Unit size: 1,350 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
Hypnotic Screened Porch House Highlands
Hypnotic Screened Porch House
Hypnotic Screened Porch Highlands
Hypnotic Screened Porch Highl
Hypnotic Screened Porch Cottage
Hypnotic Screened Porch Highlands
Hypnotic Screened Porch Cottage Highlands
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is situated in Mirror Lake, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. You'll also find Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is Hypnotic Screened Porch good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Hypnotic Screened Porch?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hypnotic Screened Porch?
Yes, every accommodation at Hypnotic Screened Porch comes with a deck.
Hypnotic Screened Porch Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Caroline L.
Jan 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The best place to get away! This house was perfectly clean, kitchen fully stocked with everything we needed, and has the coziest living room and screened porch. Expectations exceeded. Perfect amount of room for one or 2 couples! Host is so helpful and responsive with any needs or questions.
Caroline L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
JoJo N.
Dec 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was perfect, well located, and charming.
JoJo N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
Dec 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Anne’s cottage was lovely and perfect for our Thanksgiving stay. She was very responsive when we had a question. We would love to return during the summer months to take advantage of the outdoor spaces.
Susan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim C.
Oct 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and perfect for our visit!
Jim C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What a perfect stay in this cozy mountain home! We loved every second of our stay. The home is tucked on a quiet road just a few minutes from downtown Highlands. It’s the perfect mix of feeling private and like a mountain escape and being close to everything fun in the area. We especially loved the fully stocked kitchen and working fireplace. We are not used to windy roads, so the short drive on the one-lane road to the home felt like a mountain adventure, but not too treacherous. We look forward to returning.
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Herb F.
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little house set back in a very secluded part of Highlands. Great property. Will definitely go back.
Herb F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cristina W.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We called this the tree house. Great location. Kitchen well stocked. Host very responsive. Had a nice relaxing vacation
Cristina W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Margo G.
Jul 23, 2025
Great except need to run a dehumidifier.
Margo G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Douglas J.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant stay, great host, comfortable beds, everything worked well too! Only negative was the location, being an unwalkable neighborhood with narrow roads (9-10 ft wide with no shoulders) that should be one-way roads as is impossible for 2 cars to pass and has blind curves, but folks go both directions causing 1 to have to stop and pause in a driveway to let the other pass - if one even sees the other coming before an accident occurs.
Douglas J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wade S.
Jul 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain getaway
This was the perfect mountain getaway for us. We stayed there last month and it could not have been better. Everything was simple, secluded but very convenient to downtown. The porch was wonderful after a long afternoon of activities. You have complete privacy and can hear water in the distance. Communicate was great. Definitely look forward to staying again sometime.