[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # High Pond Cottage - within Osseroga Lake Community Vacation home in Highlands with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35836400/35836302/ade7b5ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35836400/35836302/dd011121.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35836400/35836302/35972b77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35836400/35836302/b12b4a02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35836400/35836302/2e91285a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### High Pond Cottage - within Osseroga Lake Community 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26968400/26968359/41739da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Custom Built Mountain Home on 4 Acres - 5 Miles from Old Edwards Inn Highlands - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 134 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=26968359&PinnedHotelID=26968359&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36095800/36095739/ae406f33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wonderfall Cottage | Beautiful Home & Carriage House with Waterfall & Dramatic Mountain Views Highlands - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as High Pond Cottage Just Minutes From Highlands NC Highlands 31 ## About the area Highlands is home to this vacation 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Highlands.dx6058528) [View more Vacation homes in Highlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Highlands-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6058528-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.08631%2C-83.15943&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lzmJTTN9G6vWa2m8pkl2oZ1_I60=) Highlands, NC ### What's nearby - Whiteside Mountain - 4 min drive - 2.1 km - Highlands-Cashiers Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Old Edwards Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Bridal Veil Falls - 11 min drive - 10.0 km - Dry Falls - 12 min drive - 11.3 km ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 77 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Shell - ‬7 min drive - ‪Rib Shack - ‬8 min drive - ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬10 min drive - ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is High Pond Cottage - within Osseroga Lake Community pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is High Pond Cottage - within Osseroga Lake Community located? > Situated in Highlands, this vacation 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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