Everything is absolutely first class here. The manager is so personable, which is a great attribute…read moreto a new customer. When he recommends a restaurant, he even mentions favorites that are specialties of the house. But the warm hospitality doesn't end there- it emanates from every person that I met during our stay ! The lady from housekeeping, the front desk personnel, and the breakfast lady ! Not simply a smile and a friendly greeting, but a genuine concern for the quality of our stay, and a friendly word upon parting. It's hard to believe that this quality can exist at the attractive rates offered by this establishment. I have paid 3 or 4 times as much without the fantastic decor of the Lodge, much less the awesome staff ! My wife and I are considering a return visit. We like the Hendersonville area, but we love the Lodge ! 10 stars on a 5 star scale. Best stay anywhere, ever ! The people make the difference.

Great location and the team at the Lodge is fantastic. We originally stayed at a newer hotel in the…read morearea, but decided to try this property. The staff is very friendly, professional, and responsive. While it is an older property, the rooms are clean, and everything has been in good working order. We consider this our home base whenever we are near Hendersonville/Flat Rock.

The Innkeeper is wonderful, the rooms are very tastefully done. The breakfasts are perfect, the…read morefireplaces are cozy. A whole lot to like here. really nice to see an innkeeper at the top of her game-will definitely return.

This is a wonderful bed and breakfast that I highly recommend to anyone going to the…read moreHendersonville, North Carolina area. It was such a great experience that I would recommend traveling to Hendersonville just to stay at the Elizabeth Leigh and eat at the restaurants on Main St. It's a very relaxing and classy small town. Main St. is a short 10 minute walk from the inn. When I walked into the inn, I was blown away by the elegant antique decor. The pictures online just don't do it justice. I stayed in the Blue Room. It had a large comfortable bed, two chairs, loveseat, wardrobe, and a few other various decor items. All the colors and patterns went together flawlessly. The bathroom was incredible. It had gold and white accents, but still went really well with the blue theme. There were plenty of fresh high quality thick white towels neatly rolled in a basket. The shower had an adjustable head. Water stayed warm the whole time despite showering at the same time as other guests. Breakfast was southern, filling, elegantly served, and tasted amazing. The first breakfast was eggs, bacon, and thick French toast. The next was a cream cheese, berries, and French toast casserole or 'hot dish' depending on where you're from. There was complimentary bottled water, wine, ice cream, homemade white chocolate macadamia cookies, homemade pound cake (which was wonderful), and beer. Now possibly the most enjoyable part, the rest of the property. The inn has a wraparound porch with big white rocking chairs that overlook the yard and the little street in front of the house. The backyard has a fountain, swing in front of a little waterfall pond, and corner area with seating. There are multiple places to have private conversations with your loved one(s). If you get the opportunity, getting to know the owner Cindy and her husband Mike will be the best part of your stay. The inn is an expression of Cindy and her dream to give guests a relaxing, but high quality environment to experience genuine southern hospitality in the gorgeous mountains of western North Carolina.

Came here as a guest of a member while visiting highlands. We started playing pickleball (shout out…read moreto JT who was an awesome instructor). We got about 15 minutes into playing when there was thunder and we had to leave the courts. We ended up at the restaurant and were waiting out the rain. I appreciated their dedication to safety. Our waitress was nice but didn't mention they were out of multiple items until we tried to order them, which was frustrating. And then we found out the bar was still serving the items we tried to order. It was a bummer but in general a small annoyance in an otherwise pleasant afternoon

Wowza, what an experience!! We just left this morning and are already missing our friends at HH!!…read moreEvery detail was perfection- from the gorgeous decor and rustic, sumptuous rooms, to the stunning scenery and myriad of activities, and of course the absolutely perfect meals!! To top it off, every person on staff made us feel like family. The spa experiences and wine tasting are not to be missed! Kelsey does an incredible job with the perfectly curated beverage program! This place is a hidden gem but I doubt it will stay hidden long!

We stayed in the presidential suite. It was extremely nice and huge. Fireplace on the back patio…read morewith a grill makes you feel right at home.

Horrible customer service! When we checked in we asked for a nice view. We got a parking lot and…read moremany other villas. We were so disappointed. On our last day we had an annoying beep that we could not identify. Also, our ice maker stopped working. There are two elderly people in this unit with me and ice is essential. I called the front desk to request maintenance and they were allowed to leave early. They were scheduled, according to the paperwork, to be there until 8:00pm. Very unprofessional. I asked if there was a way to get some ice and was told I had to go to Cashiers and buy some. Not only was it inconvenient, but driving on these mountain roads at night are very dangerous. I am beyond angry and do not recommend this place at all! We won't be coming back!

Stayed at the Laurelwood Inn over New Years Eve and it couldn't have been more of a perfect stay in…read moreCashiers. With a perfect location and gorgeous sprawling property this mountain resort is the perfect for anyone. Family friendly but also quiet and serene, the Laurelwood is now our family favorite. The property continues to receive enhancements too and we can't wait to see the upgrades. Better yet, the property is but a hop and a skip to the Whiteside Brewing Company which is a must for all visitors. We enjoyed multiple meals, football-watching, along with some of the best beers of our travels. Grab a cobra-chicken IPA and let the kids safely play in the green space! Have Deon fry up some unbelievable chicken wings!! (My daughter has sever food allergies, but was fully cared for by the excellent staff)!! Couldn't say nicer things about both places!!

What a nice welcome! We loved our perfect cabin for two. Close to all trails and waterfalls! The…read moreplace is surrounded by nature and a trail next to it. What a lovely stay! Thank you!

The Bear Cave cabin was adorable! Beds comfy, the kitchen fully stocked, full size fridge, lots of…read morefresh towels, easy in and out access, quiet!!

Truly not what I expected, in the best way possible…read more We stayed in the Raccoon Loft through LivingSocial, which has a lofted "bedroom" upstairs over a living room, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, and another bedroom with a door. There were raccoons everywhere! From the lamp, to the salt and pepper holder, to every figurine, to the beanie baby hanging off the curtain rod... there was no mistake where we were! We had a great porch with a grill, and then next to the cabin was an outside area with chairs and a fire pit. Oh, and our cabin had the BEST MOVIE COLLECTION EVER. If you don't agree with me, there is also directv. As comfortable as our loft was, I could not get over the nature trails. We stumbled upon one after finding the tree house, and couldn't stop searching. So much thought throughout the whole area, I loved it. I commented immediately on our arrival how I thought someone had sprinkled the whole area in silver confetti (I believe thanks to the micah), but honestly, I would not put it past the owners to have sprinkled it themselves. So you can pan for gold in the "river", hang out on groovy way, play checkers in a hen house (beware the fox!), and oh, so much more. I think my favorite may have been the tree of prehistoric creatures... not to ruin too many surprises. it was a little odd being the only ones on property during the offseason, but during its peak times I could see some great times for kids as they make new friends in the common areas, playing horseshoes or checkers. Seriously, so awesome, I definitely could have stayed much longer! And I can't wait to return! Cell/internet was definitely spotty, so if you're looking for that type of seclusion, you can get it here!

My friend just got married at Castle Ladyhawke at bear lake reserve ! It was a beautiful venue! The…read morecastle itself was impressive it felt like such a fairytale. Then when you go behind it for the ceremony space it has the most gorgeous view. It is surrounded by greenery and hilltops it is picturesque. The staff was so kind and helpful. I am vegan and they made sure all of my food was correct. Her wedding was perfection and it was such a dreamy place to be!

Bear Lake Reserve is beautiful! The views of the lake and mountains are incredible, and the whole…read moreplace feels peaceful and relaxing. Our rental was clean and comfortable, and we loved spending time at the Lake Club, hiking the trails, and kayaking. Staff were super friendly, and it was the perfect mix of adventure and downtime. Can't wait to come back!

Fire Mountain Inn Cabins and Treehouse is a great stay. I wanted to relax in a place with the…read moremountain outlook, and this place offers a stress-free getaway due to Scaly Mountain and Blue Ridge Mountain. Parking: One-way trail after you hit a certain point on the property. Easy to navigate. Plenty of parking in the accommodation area. Service: Matthew and Hiram follow strict COVID-19 protocol here. Guests must wear masks around the property and maintain the 6-feet social distancing. They do not enter booked rooms 2 days before and after the guest's stay. Guests must go to the front desk to get service (extra toiletries, towels, etc.), as there is no maid service currently. No complaints about the service. WIFI: It's non-existent, even though there is "free" WIFI. Connection was not great. Some cellular service may come through, but it was nice to escape from the tech world. Location: Perfect! It's about a 15-20 minutes drive into downtown Highlands. Great distance away from great hikes and views. They have an easy trail throughout the property here, if you do not want to leave Fire Mountain. Massage 1-hour (3/5): Very nice lad but wasn't the best I've had. Great view when you enter though. Clean, high windows that will let the blazing sun through, so it can get a bit hot. The lady followed COVID-19 protocol. Fire & Water Restaurant Dinner (3/5): 1. Watermelon Gazpacho (2/5): It was refreshing with the watermelon. However, the flavor was lacking for me. Bland overall. 2. Cornmeal Crusted Trout (4/5): I cleaned most of this plate. Trout was crusted perfectly without too much cornmeal. Carrots with the sweet glaze were a nice touch. The other 2 veggies were OK. 3. Peach Cobbler (3/5): I'm not a big fan of cobbler. This was just OK for me. Matthew and Hiram are genuine and knowledgeable. They do try to keep up with this place. Matthew is a great cook, as he changes the breakfast and dinner menu up here and there. Would I come back? Yes. Only thing is the restroom.... the space is kind of cramped in our room, especially the shower. I did not like that.

Fire Mountain is a quiet inn nestled deep in the Nantahala National Forest. From arrival, co-owners…read moreHiram and Mathew's passion for the experience is apparent. I was greeted by Mathew and their adorable dog Lily, given a tour of the grounds, and handed maps of local hikes, waterfalls, and excellent places to eat in the nearby town of Highlands. The inn itself is thoughtfully decorated, a combination of rustic and posh which is typically a difficult balance to strike. And yet, they've achieved it with aplomb. I stayed in the Nantahala room at the Inn, drawn to the extra-large soaking tub that I used numerous times. I never expect these large tubs to fill adequately, and yet there was plentiful hot water to soak my cares away. The first thing you notice about Fire Mountain is the lack of modern distractions. There are no televisions and no radios. I had about two bars of LTE (Verizon) that kicked in right as I drove up the hill, allowing me to text my partner upon my arrival and feel like I could be "connected" if I chose to. The Inn also has guest WiFi which allowed me to do basic internet stuff as I pleased. It probably wouldn't support any streaming service... then again, why anyone would want to watch Netflix up here is beyond me! The other thing you notice is the air, which is a few degrees cooler than the nearby town of Dillard down the mountain (and a proper 10+ degrees cooler than the Devil's Doorstep I came from!). The humidity is low, even in mid-July. For this reason, Fire Mountain does not have air conditioning and doesn't need it. Despite being a lifelong Southerner, I'm quite sensitive to heat, but the temperature was comfortable my entire trip. Following Mathew's recommendation, I closed up my room in the morning and opened it back up mid-afternoon, leaving it open all night so I could rest peacefully serenaded by the crickets and tree frogs. I'm no stranger to this area, so the eight or nine mile drive into town was nothing to me. In fact, the winding mountain roads, two scenic overlooks, and abundant rhododendrons made each trip delightful. Hiram and Mathew's recommendations for food, shopping, and sights helped me reconnect with the Highlands region in blissful ways. Breakfast at Fire Mountain is substantial. Each breakfast started with a plate of fresh fruit. Mathew additionally provided boxed lunches for me, perfect for carrying up a mountain or down one of the area's many waterfall trails. I only wish I could have enjoyed dinner at the Inn, which was unfortunately not available during my stay. Such is life; I'll just have to return another time! I'm running out of space, so I'll just say that Fire Mountain was a 10/10 recommend from me. I can't wait to return!