Title: Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage Cottage in Highlands with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35537300/35537245/f9e5645a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35537300/35537245/3f3751f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35537300/35537245/22bdb433.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35537300/35537245/59f52bd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35537300/35537245/a67bd560.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space - 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. ### Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage Please read to the end for Important Information about your reservation. Apple Lodge is the place to be in Highlands, NC if you want stylish comfort. All on one level, there's about 4 steps to enter, they you're all on one easy level. The large living area has a large flat screen TV, dining area that can seat up to six, and a fully equipped kitchen. Great home for entertaining even if the only attendees are you and a friend! Configured in a split floor plan, the Mst. suite has a king bed, entrance to the covered screened porch and a private bathroom. This wing also offers an entrance to the garage and the laundry/utility room. The guest wing has a large bedroom with two twins and a private bath. There's a bonus room with a flat screen and queen bed. The third bathroom is a full bath, and serves very nicely as a powder room without disturbing the sleeping rooms. (There are three rooms that can be used as sleeping areas.) There are wood floors throughout most of the home, an upscale kitchen with tile, nice appliances, beautiful cabinetry, and convenient to the serving areas and dining room. Spacious great room with dining-(opens onto screened porch), gas log fireplace, sleep sofa, comfortable seating , Want to eat outside? The covered porch with dining and gas grill is ready. Are you a hiker, or enjoy getting out in nature? This home is next to the new and improved Highlands Greenway Trail which connects to other trails in and around town. NO Smoking inside Pets may be permitted with a $150.00 non-refundable pet fee. HOLIDAYS AND SOME LOCAL EVENTS may have a ONE-WEEK minimum \*\*\*\*\*\*IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RESERVATION\*\*\*\*\*\* When you book your reservation through VRBO/Homeaway, the Property Manager handling this property will be notified by VRBO/Homeaway that a reservation has been made. You will be asked to enter your credit card information, but you will not be charged for your reservation at this time. You WILL be charged a nominal service fee by VRBO/Homeaway. The fee is between you and VRBO/Homeaway; the property manager has nothing to do with the fee. After the property manager has been notified of your reservation, you can rest assured this property is being held for you. You are booked. The property manager will email you a lease. The lease will need to be reviewed, signed and returned to the property manager. If you haven’t received a lease within 72 hours it could be because the property manager/rental office is closed. (Operating hours are Mon-Fri 10-4) OR you may need to check your SPAM folder. Your lease will have options- usually the price you pay will be less than what is shown because all the options are listed. The property manager/rental office for this property is a small-town business and we’ve been renting properties for over 30 years. We use VRBO/Homeaway for rental leads/reservations. A portion of your rental proceeds goes to VRBO/Homeaway for their service. Thank you for considering this rental property AND for your understanding- we look forward to ensuring you have an awesome stay at the property you choose. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching 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) - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34510000/34509000/34508998/71e6dd14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hoot Owl Hollow-easy access and a great view! 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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 2289-139424 ## About the area ![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%7C35.06288%2C-83.18629&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VMWNzCNcnlhEr_L29irgedCp8QQ=) Highlands, NC #### What's nearby - The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Highlands Country Club - 6 min drive - 3.6 km - Bridal Veil Falls - 7 min drive - 6.0 km - Dry Falls - 8 min drive - 7.3 km - Whiteside Mountain - 11 min drive - 5.3 km #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive - ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Rib Shack - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬5 min drive - ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage located? > Situated in Highlands, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Highlands Biological Station, and Highlands Dog Park. Highlands Art Gallery and Highlands Playhouse are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Apple Lodge- Two Bedroom/ three bath cottage Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louis B. Jun 25, 2025 #### Erich Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very helpful and accommodating ##### Louis B. ### 6/10 Okay #### Patrick C. Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Disappointing We had a very similar experience as the previous reviewer. The house itself is nice, however it’s very dated in terms of furnishings. This is first property I’ve stayed in several years that did not have smart TV’s. It felt very cluttered as there were personal belongings in almost every drawer and closet. The bed linens and towels need to be updated as some had holes/stains. Overall an underwhelming experience in a high end location. ##### Patrick C. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael D. Jul 2, 2024 #### Thoughts on Apple Lodge Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Apple Lodge could be a lot better. Our introduction was a mile+ ride on a dusty road under construction resulting in my clean SUV looking like I had been 4 wheeling in the desert. The home was "lit" with very inadequate florescent bulbs, and way too many light switches, with several burned out bulbs, dated furniture and dinnerware. The primary bed had flannel sheets in the middle of summer. The cabinets in a brand new, beautiful kitchen were stuffed with lots of stuff, very disorganized. It took me almost a half hour to find coffee filters. The rear screened porch was coated with so much dust that it was virtually useless. On the plus side, the new addition was pretty, with a nice master bedroom and bath,laundry room, and large closets. The living area was also nicely finished but with very dated furniture. I felt that in a VERY upscale community, This home could be a showcase with just a few tweaks and maintenance. Not disclosing the road conditions and dust everywhere was a major inconvenience that detracted from our experience. ##### Michael D. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M., Macon Dec 30, 2023 #### Apple Lodge Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a nice, pleasant stay, yet again. Thanks! ##### John M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark G. Oct 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location to town If you like to cook this house has everything you need. Grill worked great! The location is great to get to town. Only thing we would have added is a real wood burning fireplace. But the gas one heated the house! ##### Mark G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane F. Aug 17, 2023 #### breath taking Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was truly an amazing and very comfortable location Home and furnishings were 100% clean and home is very well condition I highly recommend this home. 5 STARS ##### Diane F. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Nov 1, 2022 #### Chambers were great, house ok Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Chambers were a dream to work with, responded to every call and concern over a 4 month stay. The house needs some TLC by owner. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. Jan 16, 2022 #### Apple Lodge Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay. Very nice residence in a beautiful setting close to town. We would stay there again. And the folks at Chambers Realty were very helpful and easy to work with. ##### John M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### richard k. Sep 4, 2021 #### private getaway Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Apple Lodge is a prettily sited rustic house in a mountain setting. Ours was a three plus week rental. It's well stocked with basic amenities and the master bedroom addition is comfortable, roomy, well laid out with a large walk-in closet, bath with a good shower and big laundry room. The rest of the house is not as accommodating. The living/dining area is dark with uncomfortable, old furniture and poor lighting. The kitchen's adequate. The screened in porch is a plus with good dining furniture. The drive in garage is spacious. The house needs several large skylights to lighten up the dark areas. That with a furniture upgrade would make it top notch. ##### richard k. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Carol S., Ocean Springs, Mississippi Aug 21, 2021 #### Apple Lodge on Big Bear Pen Rd. Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of house was beautiful. Gravel road heading up Big Bear Pen Mountain. Lovely walks up there. Close to town. Everything in house was well stocked. I would just say that mattress of king size bed needs replacing. And bedding in twin bed room needs freshening up. ##### Carol S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve G. Jun 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highlands The master shower makes the trip worthwhile. Nice people, Nice place! ##### Steve G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dara May 6, 2021 #### Happy Highlands Hop Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As a family of four, we had a wonderful, long weekend at Apple Lodge. The home is a lot larger than the photos led on. Very generously sized rooms. Kitchen well appointed. Very private location. Not a bad trip into town, but there is a steep gravel road to traverse. The only room for improvement is bringing the furnishings and furniture more up-to-date, and add at least a sleeper sofa or Murphy bed in the second guest room. ##### Dara ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher H. Nov 2, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy mountain house Big open space in living room, nice sized master suite and bathroom, had everything we needed. Nice open kitchen/bar area with wine fridge. Twisty gravel road to get up to house, might be an issue in winter ##### Christopher H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon A. Oct 9, 2020 #### Perfect Location! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This lovely ranch home has the perfect location. Quiet and very much in the top of the mountains, yet only five minutes away from downtown restaurants and shops. The home was very clean! However, the sheets on the twin beds smelled stale and the comforters were extremely dated. I washed the sheets and blankets and had a great night sleep. Neither of the fireplaces worked for us. There was a reading room that we all felt would have been better suited as a bedroom instead of utilizing a sleeper sofa. None of these things would hinder us from renting this home again. We could not imagine having a better location for the price of the home. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!!!! ##### Sharon A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim T. Sep 20, 2019 #### Highlands Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We again had a fabulous week in Highlands thanks to Jeannie, Brenda and Tucker at the Chambers Agency - ! ##### Kim T. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark G. Aug 11, 2019 #### apple lodge Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Not good ##### Mark G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Janis S. Jun 30, 2019 #### Large Rooms Beautiful Accomodation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Close to main town. Large 2 bedrooms, 3 beds all on one floor. We did not use den with 2 chairs & tv. Large living space. Large screened porch we used once. Preferred view out front door. Partial view of mountains and sunset by standing in the driveway. Nice garage with remote but we did not use. Beautiful trails into town 20-30 minutes (but would not walk them at night). House among the trees is without natural light so we always slept later than expected. Steep narrow dirt road with two 180 switchbacks scared us at first but after one day we drove them like the locals. Jeannie was helpful and allowed us to park at the office during 7/4 celebrations. However needed a crib and the one given us could not be tolerated by the adults let alone the infant (mold?) Children used the front side yard to play. Neighbor allowed us to use her fire pit to roast marshmellows. I would recommend for friends or families who can bring their own packnplay. ##### Janis S.