Highland Lake Inn & Resort
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About this property
Highland Lake Inn & Resort is a 3-star independent lodge located in Flat Rock, NC, within the town's historical district. The property sits a short 5-minute drive from The Park at Flat Rock and Flat Rock Playhouse, and 1.8 miles from the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. Asheville Regional Airport is approximately 20 minutes away, making the inn accessible for visitors exploring the Western North Carolina region.
The inn offers 60 rooms, including 4 suites, each individually decorated for comfort. All guestrooms feature complimentary wireless internet, cable programming, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. In-room amenities include coffee and tea makers and ceiling fans, with housekeeping available upon request. Guest comfort ratings consistently reach 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Dining at Highland Lake Inn & Resort centers on Seasons Restaurant, which serves guests throughout their stay. A complimentary buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, and a bar and lounge are available for evening refreshments. Recreation options include an outdoor tennis court, pickleball court, and seasonal outdoor pool. The property also provides complimentary wireless internet throughout, concierge services, an arcade and game room, free bicycles, and direct access to hiking and biking trails, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing on site.
Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Pets up to 40 pounds are welcome in designated pet-friendly rooms for a $50 per-stay fee; animals must be crated when unattended in the room, and current veterinary records are required. The property maintains a guest recommendation rate of 86.5% with an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Location & nearby attractions
The Park at Flat Rock - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bonclarken Conference Center - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Flat Rock Playhouse - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Western North Carolina Air Museum - 3.5 km / 2.1 mi
Connemara - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Hendersonville Antique Toy Museum - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Hendersonville Little Theatre - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Henderson County Heritage Museum - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Mineral and Lapidary Museum - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Osceola Lake - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Pardee Hospital - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Pets Own Place - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi
Jackson Park - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 24.7 km / 15.3 mi
Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 65.5 km / 40.7 mi
The preferred airport for Highland Lake Inn & Resort is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL).
Rooms
Dining
Complimentary breakfast.
Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets cannot be left unattended
- 40lbs or under and only in pet friendly rooms. $50 per stay pet fee and pet must be crated when left unattended in the room. Most recent vet record required.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 200 per stay
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay<
Know before you go
- The seasonal pool will be open from May 25 to September 06.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.