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  • Mr. Peacock!
    Ernie the Turkey
    Cozy Cabin Rooms
    Fresh picked vegetables from our Organic Garden
    Relax in one of our many hammocks that we have around property
    Stay with us and have access to paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks to explore the beautiful Highland Lake!
    • Nightly Rate $79 - $299
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    • Reviews 2  
    • Rooms 47
    • Accepts Gift Cards

    • Address 86 Lilly Pad Lane
      Flat Rock, NC 28731
      USA
    • Phone+1-828-693-6812
    • Fax+1-828-696-8951
    • Toll free+1-800-635-5101
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    Highland Lake Inn is conveniently located in Flat Rock, NC, just three minutes south of Historic Hendersonville and thirty minutes south of Asheville. Tucked back in the tall pines, our resort hosts many accommodations that are wonderful for families of any size. With every stay you have access to our wonderful lake with use of canoes, paddle boats, and catch and release fishing (no license required). A full southern breakfast is also included at our onsite award winning Season's restaurant. For a romantic get away or a family vacation, Highland Lake Inn is a wonderful place to visit.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 2 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.0 out of 5
     

    Woodward house rm. 1

    September 10, 2009

    Room 1 in the Woodward House is great for a short stay! But the Highland Lake Lodge is better.

    5 out of 5
     

    Died And Gone To Heaven

    August 04, 2009

    I am getting ready to stay at Highland Lake Inn for about the 10th time in 8 or 9 years. HLI epitomizes all of the wonderful things that people most enjoy about the mountains, with an added touch of class. I always stay in the small log cabins. I can sleep with the window raised and breathe the wonderful mountain air. The small cabins help me go back in time to many years ago when my grandfather owned a bungalow in the area. There is a lifestyle choice to meet every person's needs. The lodge is so impressive and beautifully decorated. The food is to die for, and one is truly pampered to experience the dining atmosphere while looking out the window at the beautiful laurel. Once I drove up for the Thanksgiving buffet. I rolled up in a blanket and took a nap in the hammock afterwards. Not only can no hotel offer the type of unique experience at HLI, but no other bed and breakfast can come close. I would characterize HLI as a complex. Turn onto the quaint road by the dam and drive up the beautiful winding road through the woods to a place where stress does not exist. Both the flower and vegetable gardens, in a setting near a barn filled with goats, and a mascot peacock, give you a little piece of heaven. When you consider the breakfast that is included with my cabin, the whole experience is a great value. The staff is on the ball. I turned down an offer of a cruise to Hawaii to go back again and spend four nights with my husband and Mom in October when the leaves are turning.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Kim Smith

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    Resident Pets

    1 Cat , 1 Dog , Peacock & Turkey Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $79 - $299

    Woodward Fireplace Room

    The Woodward House is our most elegant choice for your stay. Each of the 16 spacious guest rooms has private bath and is distinctively decorated with individual character. The living room and lobby areas offer a fireplace, library, sunroom, and full kitchen. The Woodward House has a classic bed and breakfast ambiance with Victorian décor. It is named for Colonel J.C. Woodward who purchased the property in 1919 and founded the Carolina Military and Naval Academy here in the 1920's.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Woodward House Room

    Woodward House Room with king bed and private bathroom. Rollaway bed available for third person.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Lodge Standard Room

    Lodge Standard Room with king bed and private bathroom. Rollaway available for third person.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Lodge Large Room

    Lodge Large Room has a king bed with private bathroom. Rollaway available.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Lodge Balcony Room

    Lodge Balcony Room has a king bed with private bathroom. Rollaway available.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Woodward House Premium

    Woodward House Premium has a king bed with private bathroom. Rollaways available.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Small Cabin Room

    Small Cabin Room has a king bed with private bathroom.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Large Cabin

    Large Cabin with king bed and twin bed with private bathroom.

    • Maximum Capacity: 5
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 4:00 pm    Check Out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum Stay: 2-day during peak season weekends (April-November)

    • Deposit Amount Required: 1 night deposit required, 50% for large groups and cottage rentals

    • Cancellations: We require 7 days for a full refund on individual rooms. Please call regarding group contracts and cottage rental cancellation situations.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Restaurant is full service

    • Drinks Available: Yes

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 2 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.0 out of 5
     

    Woodward house rm. 1

    September 10, 2009

    Room 1 in the Woodward House is great for a short stay! But the Highland Lake Lodge is better.

    5 out of 5
     

    Died And Gone To Heaven

    August 04, 2009

    I am getting ready to stay at Highland Lake Inn for about the 10th time in 8 or 9 years. HLI epitomizes all of the wonderful things that people most enjoy about the mountains, with an added touch of class. I always stay in the small log cabins. I can sleep with the window raised and breathe the wonderful mountain air. The small cabins help me go back in time to many years ago when my grandfather owned a bungalow in the area. There is a lifestyle choice to meet every person's needs. The lodge is so impressive and beautifully decorated. The food is to die for, and one is truly pampered to experience the dining atmosphere while looking out the window at the beautiful laurel. Once I drove up for the Thanksgiving buffet. I rolled up in a blanket and took a nap in the hammock afterwards. Not only can no hotel offer the type of unique experience at HLI, but no other bed and breakfast can come close. I would characterize HLI as a complex. Turn onto the quaint road by the dam and drive up the beautiful winding road through the woods to a place where stress does not exist. Both the flower and vegetable gardens, in a setting near a barn filled with goats, and a mascot peacock, give you a little piece of heaven. When you consider the breakfast that is included with my cabin, the whole experience is a great value. The staff is on the ball. I turned down an offer of a cruise to Hawaii to go back again and spend four nights with my husband and Mom in October when the leaves are turning.


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  • Location Type

    • Lakeside

    • Mountains

    • Small town

    City - Asheville

    • Distance to city: 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-26 in NC, take Exit 53 follow signs. 30 minutes South of Asheville, NC. 40 minutes North of Greenville/Spartanburg, SC. 90 minutes West of Charlotte, NC. 3 1/2 hours North of Atlanta, GA.

    Airport

    • Asheville, NC (AVL) 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Located 20 minutes from Asheville Airport and 40 minutes from Greenville/Spartanburg Airport we are off I26, exit 53.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Carl Sandburg Home

    • Chimney Rock Park

    • Blue Ridge Parkway

    • Biltmore Estate

    • Historic Hendersonville

    • Flat Rock Playhouse

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseshoes

    • Kayaking

    • Volleyball, croquet

    • Season's Restaurant

    • Bring your own fishing poles!

    • Yoga studio, classes for small fee

    • Friendly farm critters

    • Organic Gardens & tours

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Table Tennis

    • Tennis courts

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  • Amenities

    Type:

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    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Guest Cottage

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property highlights

    • Award winning Restaurant

    • Banquets

    • Corporate Retreats & Day Meetings

    • Family Reunions

    • Lakeside Ceremony Sites

    • Organic gardens

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Piano

    • Secretarial services

    • VCR

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7:30

    • Serving Location: On-site restaurant

    Signature Dish

    made with garden fresh organic vegetables
    Most of our plates are served with organic herbs, flowers and vegetables from our very own gardens. Breakfast is included in the room rate, excluding cottages which have full kitchens.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

    • Children's menu

    • Organic vegetables

    Additional food services

    • In-Season-Saturday Social Wine Party

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Cold-Smoked Trout Benedict
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 38 hrs

    Green Onion and Apple Sausage
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 30 minutes

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