Title: Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome Vacation home in Waynesville with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome ![Exterior - Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome (Waynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120280000/120270100/120270055/w1280h960x1y0-4c2158dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome (Waynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120280000/120270100/120270055/w1269h958x0y0-a4ba36b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome (Waynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120280000/120270100/120270055/c38811ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome (Waynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120280000/120270100/120270055/w1274h959x0y1-058d9a33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome (Waynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120280000/120270100/120270055/w1285h960x1y0-88a02b96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome Welcome to Higher Ground! This charming home in Lake Junaluska sits in a fantastic location. Stroll through the gorgeous, tree-lined, neighborhood filled with character, and an easy walk to Lake Junaluska. Soak in the hot tub, relax on the deck, and enjoy all this inviting and spacious home has to offer. With easy paved access, you can visit all year round! Just minutes to many area attractions, including the conference center, it is the perfect home base for your Great Smoky Mountain retreat. Welcome to the Lake Junaluska community! Set in the most beautiful lakeside neighborhood, and just moments to the conference center, this home is the perfect place for enjoying the many events this area has to offer. Take a relaxing stroll around the 2 mile lakeside walking path, cast a fishing line for bass, or rent a kayak or canoe. There are so many incredible outdoor amenities! Guests may purchase passes to the lakeside pool, open Memorial Day through Labor Day, as well as play mini golf, corn hole, shuffleboard, and tennis. Higher Ground is also conveniently located just a short drive to so many other area attractions, such as the Cataloochee Ski Resort, Tube World, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Soco Falls, and historic downtown Waynesville. Day trips to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, or Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee are less than an hour away. We offer discounts to active military, veterans, first responders and teachers. Please message us for details. Higher Ground is hosted by Loriel and Adam of Keaton Cottages Vacations. Loriel is a licensed real estate agent. We look forward to hosting you! Guests will have access to the entire home and property during their stay. We are available by message, text or phone any time. Please don\`t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. We want you to have an amazing stay! Higher Ground is located in a quiet residential neighborhood with mix of both full time residents and vacation rentals. Lake Junaluska is within walking distance. You will need a car to best enjoy the many area attractions, however Lake Junaluska is within walking distance. This charming home was built and owned by the same family for generations. They still own it to this day, and decided to open it so others can make some of the same magical memories on the lake that they have enjoyed over the years. While it is recently updated, it still retains its charm, and has features of an older home. It is comfortable and inviting, but is not a high end luxury property and priced accordingly. If you are looking for a budget friendly place in a fantastic location, Higher Ground is the home for you! The downstairs den also functions as an office and sleeping area. You must walk through this area to access the lower bedroom and bath. The downstairs fireplace is not functional. Please clean up after your pets in the yard and we request that you keep them off the furniture and bedding. Dogs only allowed, and must be under 40 lbs. Please include your pet in your reservation as a guest so the pet fee is applied. No accelerants such as lighter fluid are allowed anywhere at this property. Guests cannot use the first floor wood stove. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: 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 - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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Dogs only allowed, and must be under 40 ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### 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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 ### Property is also known as 443730 ## About the area Waynesville is home to this vacation home. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Shining Rock Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. [Visit our Waynesville travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waynesville.dx7647) [View more Vacation homes in Waynesville](https://www.expedia.ca/Waynesville-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7647-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%7C35.53276%2C-82.97661&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WUW4V0L4HJruJzZ7ipkqMLTPSio=) Waynesville, NC ### What's nearby - ![Peaceful little day retreat - close to home. Great walking path and plenty of ducks to watch! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052328/10e98aed-25ae-490d-881b-a85aa668e11a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring a waterfall, mountains and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754762509/b2c15e79-d4c4-42e0-b8fe-23d43f0173f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Smoky Mountains National Park 23 min drive \- 21.2 km - ![Biltmore Estate featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066187/59023bd5-6889-4cb3-9883-98f07e2c7403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biltmore Estate 34 min drive \- 53.4 km - ![Harrahs Cherokee Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172273/0cbad492-1088-4615-823f-eb8d5edb7f5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Harrahs Cherokee Casino 37 min drive \- 43.0 km - Lake Junaluska Golf Course 2 min drive \- 2.0 km ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Chick-fil-A 5 min drive - McDonald's 5 min drive - Dunkin' 20 min walk - Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta 6 min drive - Burger King 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome? ### What time is check-out at Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome? ### Where is Higher Ground-Hot Tub, Great Location!Pets Welcome located? ## Have a question? 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