See all properties
Entire home

Remodeled Mountain Haven. 1.5 miles from Main Street. EV Charger at Home.

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Remodeled Mountain Haven. 1.5 miles from Main Street. EV Charger at Home.

Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
Unclassified image, 3 of 51, button
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Highlands, NC
  • Highlands Country Club
    4 min drive
  • Cullasaja River Gorge
    5 min drive
  • Glen Falls
    7 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Views you never tire of!

Spacious 4 Bedroom Sleeps 12 Luxury Mountaintop Home

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (76)
The price is $525
per night
$1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Spacious 4 Bedroom Sleeps 12 Luxury Mountaintop Home

About the neighborhood

Highlands

With a stay at this vacation home in Highlands, you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 4-minute drive from Highlands Country Club. .This vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Glen Falls and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cullasaja River Gorge.
View more Vacation Homes in HighlandsOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Highlands Country Club - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Glen Falls - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Dry Falls - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬6 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.

Remodeled Mountain Haven. 1.5 miles from Main Street. EV Charger at Home.

Discover Minnie Blessings, a tranquil retreat on Dog Mountain in Highlands, NC. Marvel at breathtaking mountain views from the two-story deck, or explore Main Street just minutes away. This conveniently located haven offers easy access to downtown, golf, and hiking, making it an ideal mountain escape. Each bedroom, featuring its own private bath, has undergone complete renovations, ensuring modern comfort. The wood-burning fireplaces in the dens on every level add warmth and ambiance. The recently remodeled kitchen, coupled with various upgrades throughout, enhances the overall appeal. Owned by one family for three generations, Minnie Blessings, named after its original owner Minnie Lee, invites you to experience the genuine warmth of Southern hospitality and the blessings of a cherished legacy.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, books, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include games, a music library, and rafting nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Michael and Lee Eady

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Remodeled Mountain Haven. 1.5 miles from Main Street. EV Charger at Home. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Beautiful home with all the things you need for a long weekend stay. Enjoyed our time at the home. Homeowners were wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is beautifully renovated and very spacious for a large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hannah
Incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin S., San Francisco, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
We had a great stay (3 adults, 2 kids). The home is beautiful and spacious. We had a few minor issues that were resolved quickly, great communication. There aren't pictures listed of the bunk room but it was one of my kids favorite areas to play around in. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property in Great Location
I am a travel agent and was tasked with finding a rental home that would accommodate a family & bridal party of 14 people for a wedding weekend getaway. Our agency does not typically book VRBO's as we cannot properly vett the property, however, this property is absolutely stunning and we will be sending clients back to this property in the future. Our clients can be quite choosy as are a luxury travel agency but our clients were absolutely thrilled with this home - they loved the location, amenities, the decor, the views and the spaciousness. Their only suggestion is to "put some seating in the bunk room and it needs some curtains." But they had a fabulous time and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Perfect floor plan for our family. Only a few things needed tending to as a result of recent renovations- such as, no handle on trash can drawer in kitchen, loose faucet in master bath sink. Regulating the air conditioning so that the people on the main floor were cool without freezing the people on the lower floor was a bit tricky.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property…Amazing Owners/Hosts…Best Vacation Ever!!!
Could not have been happier with our most recent vacation. We made a last minute change due to a horrible rental experience with another property. These owners were empathetic and helped expedite our transition and we were blown away with our new accommodations. Sometimes when one door shuts a better one opens, and that’s precisely what happened. Our children, their friends, and their “adopted” grandparents had an amazing week bonding, enjoying quality time on the back decks, having gourmet meals prepared in the chef’s kitchen, and sleeping in the most luxurious bedding. Every little detail was thought of in this remodel, and we are excited to make our return trip to Minnie Blessings soon! We will cherish our memories in the meanwhile…
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The layout of the house was perfect for our family. Grandparents could stay upstairs and have access to kitchen and living area without having to do stairs. The owners completely renovated the property, and it’s beautiful. We loved that the three bedrooms had king sized beds and their own bath. The bunk room also had its own bath. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic House
This home provided us with an enjoyable stay in Highlands. We loved the great room but it needs more lighting, especially during seasons with shorter daylight hours. Beds were comfortable. The owners were great communicators. Has some difficulty with the main door but we managed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views
Older, well kept property with great views. Fast wi-fi, comfortable bed, great porch. Easy communication with ownership. Would stay again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna S., Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness
Destination wedding trip
Thank you for sharing your home! It was lovely, conveniently located, and exactly what our family needed. We loved the 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a perfect house for our family to stay in - great views!
Would totally stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryant N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Had a great time! Cozy place with a view!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay, wonderful hosts
We stayed for 4 nights at this lovely home over the holiday this year. It has a great location and tons of room- pictures don't do it justice! The home had everything we needed to eat in a few nights of our stay, and a few of the extras (like firewood :) to make it special. The home has definitely been 'well loved' for awhile, so if you're looking for brand new & modern, this isn't for you. But... if you're looking for a nice, clean, comfortable home with lots of character, lots of room and a great location - it's perfect! The views of sunrise were absolutely spectacular. The hosts of the property, Michael & Lee, were a pleasure to deal with. They were flexible with our friends when a couple arrived earlier than expected and understanding and responsive when we had a few hiccups during our stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very clean, large rooms, great views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

charles e., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness
AS ADVERTIZED
I did quite a bit of research before choosing this house for our stay. I live in an historic home and own a lake recreational home. This place was likely built some 50 years ago so it has been updated from time to time. If you must have brand new everything this might not be for you. For us it was just what we wanted. Great view from the back deck. Beautiful great room. Easy to get in and out as the parking is level with the rear of the house. Cool sleeping porch. And the owners leave certain spices, etc.. in the kitchen cabinet so you have to buy EVERYTHING. Very close to town. Once you get use to the narrow road that takes you up to the house its a piece of cake. Had an issue with the WiFi when we first got there but just required us to plug in the router which Im guessing the house cleaners accidently unplugged. Lee was very friendly and responsive about that. Overall its a great place and I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pete L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Niece's wedding
Minnie blessings had everything we needed and it was really close to the wedding location which was off of Arnold
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

KRISTINE D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed with the condition of many items.
Basically, a decent home to stay in but we were puzzled by the high ratings. It's an older house that is aged and worn and not maintained well for rentals. There were 5 of us ladies celebrating a birthday. Three of us have our own rentals, so we have basic expectations for rentals in this price range. The entrance was hard to find because the Minnie Blessing signage featured in the VRBO photo had fallen off and the house number was not visible. We found the sign propped up by the front door. We arrived at around 5 p.m. in rain and the numbers were not easy to see. Just gray metal numbers against wood. I missed the drive upon arrival. The view was very nice but not expansive. The listing shows four rocking chairs on the deck but there were only two. The listing states "newly renovated", but that seemed a bit misleading. The kitchen had some new appliances, but the cabinetry appeared to be original with doors and drawers showing their age. The master bath was probably renovated as well as additional new toilets. The master suite was lovely, as well as the sleeping porch, but the other beds and baths had issues. There wasn't enough light - there were lamps with bare bulbs and broken lampshades. We had to move functioning lamps to wherever we needed them. There were no mattress pads or pillow protectors on 3 of the 4 beds we used. We discovered the pillows were stained with sweat when we stripped the beds. The comforters on the bed were very well worn. There were half-used rolls of toilet paper left on the dispensers and baskets in the bathrooms, which is not sanitary, especially during COVID. The towels were old, worn, dingy, and damp to touch. There was no soap, just two things of hand soap. We could only find six washcloths. The towel bar in one of the lower bathrooms was ripped off the wall and missing. The coffee pot needs to be replaced. It only made 4 cups and left the remaining six cups of water in the reservoir. Garage door opener did not appear to work. There were no directions on how to use the TV or what the five remotes on the coffee table were supposed to operate. The basement was very musty despite the large dehumidifier. The odor was very strong. Our first morning the lawn company started blowing leaves at 8:45 am. Then the pest control company showed up at 10 am. We did not let them inside the home. There had been no heads up from the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abbe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlands
Beautiful views - spacious home
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view and location
A wonderful family home with an equally wonderful view. Located almost to the top of a mountain yet only 5 minutes from town. It has a well stocked kitchen and comfortable living room furniture. We would definitely consider staying there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

h4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAH2eufHs/MuBtKt/rVbUN0HAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSI 4.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain trip
Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfalls
Beautiful waterfalls
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith W., Tuscaloosa, AL

Wonderful week in wonderfully cool weather!
A group of friends, all who celebrated our 70th birthday this year, thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Minnie Blessings. The house was so close to the town of Highlands, had a beautiful mountain view, and provided ample space for a group! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
review
Very nice property. Great views and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021