Set on 26 acres of beautiful rolling landscapes, just outside the town of Flat Rock near Hendersonville, the Highland Lake Inn & Resort is a luxurious mountain retreat that promises an unforgettable getaway. Overlooking a private 40-acre lake in the heart of North Carolina, the upscale resort offers the seclusion of a cozy mountain haven with the convenience and sophistication of a world-class hotel.

The Highland Lake Inn & Resort features elegant and comfortable accommodations in the form of luxury guest rooms and suites along with secluded lakeside cottages with whirlpool tubs and/or fireplaces. Deluxe amenities at the resort include complimentary breakfast for guests, an outdoor swimming pool and games rooms, an onsite restaurant and bar, an organic garden and an array of activities and adventures in the area. Located two miles from the Flat Rock Playhouse and just half-an-hour drive from central Asheville and Greenville, NC, the Highland Lake Inn & Resort is ideally located for exploring the area, which offers a broad range of attractions and recreation.

Guest Accommodations

The Highland Lake Inn & Resort offers a diverse variety of accommodations for both business and leisure travelers, ranging from luxurious rooms and spacious suites to pet-friendly cabin rooms and traditional poolside cottages. All accommodations feature queen or king-sized pillow-top beds with luxury linens and comforters, and en-suite bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, or separate glass-enclosed showers and whirlpool tubs, thick towels, bathrobes, and slippers, and organic bath amenities. Some rooms have spacious living areas with comfortable sofas and armchairs, working fireplaces and private balconies with beautiful views. Modern amenities in every room include flat screen televisions with cable channels, DVD players (on request), telephones with direct dial and voicemail services, coffee makers, mini fridges, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, AM/FM clock radio, and complimentary wireless Internet.

The Highland Lake Inn & Resort features well-appointed guest rooms in The Woodward House, which also has an inviting lobby and living room with a fireplace, library, sun room and fully equipped kitchen. Boasting a classic bed and breakfast experience with 16 beautifully appointed and individually decorated guest rooms in natural earthy tones and wooden finishes, king-sized pillow-top beds with luxury linens and comforters, and en-suite bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, thick towels, bathrobes, and slippers, and organic bath amenities.

Situated on a hill overlooking the gardens and formerly a dormitory for Camp Highland Lake, the Historic Lodge offers 20 well-appointed guest rooms with gleaming hardwood floors and wooden finishes. The Lodge offers a comfortable living room with a large river rock fireplace, a cozy chestnut bar area, and a flat screen television, as well as a games room and a pool table, ping pong table, and foosball. Guest rooms have queen and king-sized pillow-top beds with luxury linens and comforters, and en-suite bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, thick towels, bathrobes, and slippers, and organic bath amenities.

The Highland Lake Inn & Resort has four suites surrounded by mountain laurels and rhododendrons, namely the Primrose Suite, the Hummingbird Suite, the Balsam Suite, and the Mountain Air Suite. All suites have elegant country-style décor and period furnishings, bedrooms with romantic four-poster queen or king-sized pillow-top beds with luxury linens and comforters, and en-suite bathrooms with separate glass-enclosed showers and whirlpool tubs, thick towels, spa bathrobes, and slippers, and organic bath amenities. Suites have spacious living and dining rooms with armchairs, sofas, dining tables and chairs, and modern amenities such as flat screen televisions with cable channels, DVD players (on request), coffee makers, mini fridges and complimentary wireless Internet.

The Highland Lake Inn & Resort has spacious two and four duplex units Cabins and Historical Poolside Cottages with queen or king-sized pillow-top beds with luxury linens and comforters, and en-suite bathrooms with shower/bath combinations, thick towels, spa bathrobes, and slippers, and organic bath amenities. Cabins and cottages have spacious living rooms with armchairs, sofas, dining tables with tables and chairs for entertaining, and modern amenities such as flat screen televisions with cable channels, DVD players (on request), coffee makers, mini fridges and complimentary wireless Internet. Private porches have rocking chairs or swings with beautiful mountain views.

Dining

Highland Lake Inn's on-site restaurant, Season’s, serves a seasonal menu of globally-inspired cuisine in a fine dining atmosphere. A complimentary breakfast is included in the stay and served in the elegant dining room every morning. Breakfast delights include freshly brewed coffee and tea, fresh fruit juices and fruit, cereals and homemade granola, yogurt, baked bread and other goods, eggs dishes and more.

Amenities and Recreation

Deluxe amenities at the Highland Lake Inn & Resort include excellent dining at the award-winning, on-site Season's Restaurant, and complimentary breakfasts served every morning prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients from the organic garden. Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool with a covered pavilion and sun loungers, volleyball, tennis and badminton courts, horseshoes, and a games room with ping pong table, pool/billiards table and foosball. Guests can enjoy pampering massages and other indulgent spa services and can hire golf carts for comfort and convenience.

Activities and adventures at the resort include 26 acres of scenic countryside to explore by hiking, biking or trail running, a private 40-acre lake on which to enjoy boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle-boarding. The lake is fully stocked with fish for catch-and-release fishing and is surrounded by a network of hiking and mountain biking trails.

Wedding & Events

The Resort and its beautiful 26-acre property offer an idyllic location for destination weddings, receptions and other gatherings. Featuring acres of scenic landscapes, several lodging options, elegant meeting halls, and an award-winning restaurant, the Highland Lake Inn & Resort has a venue for all types of occasion. Along with beautiful sites, the resort offers an array of exceptional event services, including a professional event management team and wait staff to take care of every detail, along with vendor services such as catering, flowers, music and entertainment, and décor.

86 Lily Pad Ln, Flat Rock, NC 28731, website, Phone: 828-693-6812

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