Escape to the mountains at Rural Felicity, a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 3-bath cottage tucked among towering rhododendrons in one of Highlands' most charming and walkable neighborhoods. Just minutes from Main Street, this peaceful woodland retreat combines timeless mountain charm with modern comforts, making it the perfect home base for couples, families, and friends exploring the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck as birds sing through the trees, gathering around the fireplace after a day of hiking waterfalls, or watching the kids disappear into the cozy bunk room, Rural Felicity was designed for making mountain memories.
🐾 Dog-Friendly: Well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior approval and a nominal pet fee.
Why Guests Love Rural Felicity
✔ Less than 5 minutes to Downtown Highlands
✔ Walk to Lake Sequoia
✔ Walk to On The Verandah Restaurant
✔ Private wooded setting
✔ Gas fireplace
✔ Starlink high-speed internet & Wi-Fi calling
✔ Three full bathrooms
✔ Kids' bunk room
✔ Two separate living spaces
✔ Fully renovated
✔ Easy, flat access (No steep mountain roads!)
✔ No 4WD required
✔ Dog friendly with approval
The Space
Completely renovated while preserving its classic mountain cottage character, Rural Felicity feels warm, inviting, and effortlessly comfortable.
Natural wood walls, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and shiplap create an authentic Highlands cabin atmosphere, while thoughtful updates provide everything today's travelers expect.
Large windows bring the outdoors inside, filling the home with natural light and peaceful forest views.
Designed for Families & Friends
With three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and multiple gathering spaces, everyone has room to spread out.
Main Level
• Spacious living room with comfortable seating
• Cozy gas fireplace
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Large island with seating for four
• Dining area seating 6–8
• King primary suite with ensuite bath
• Queen guest suite with private bath
Upstairs
Kids (and kids at heart) love the charming bunk room tucked beneath the vaulted ceilings.
Perfect for:
• Family vacations
• Grandparents traveling together
• Cousins' weekends
• Multi-generational getaways
Outdoor Living
One of the best parts of staying here is simply slowing down.
Enjoy:
• Morning coffee surrounded by rhododendrons
• Quiet afternoons reading on the porch
• Evening cocktails beneath the trees
• Crisp mountain mornings in Adirondack chairs
Despite being only minutes from downtown, the property feels wonderfully secluded and peaceful.
Fast Starlink Internet
Need to work remotely—or simply stream your favorite movie?
Rural Felicity features:
✔ Starlink high-speed internet
✔ Reliable Wi-Fi calling
✔ Smart TVs
Perfect for remote work, homeschooling, or longer mountain stays.
Prime Highlands Location
Located in the highly desirable Webbmont neighborhood, guests love being able to enjoy quiet walks through one of Highlands' prettiest residential areas.
Nearby:
• Main Street Highlands (less than 5 minutes)
• Lake Sequoia (walking distance)
• On The Verandah Restaurant (walking distance)
• Dry Falls
• Bridal Veil Falls
• Whiteside Mountain
• Sunset Rock
• Highlands Biological Gardens
• Boutique shopping
• Award-winning restaurants
• Art galleries
• Scenic drives
• Fly fishing
• Golf
• Hiking trails
• Seasonal festivals
Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Suite
• King bed
• Ensuite bathroom
• Smart TV
Guest Suite
• Queen bed
• Private bathroom
• Smart TV
Bunk Room
• Sleeps up to 4
• Private full bathroom
• Favorite room for kids
Maximum occupancy follows local regulations.
Included Amenities
• Starlink Wi-Fi
• Wi-Fi calling
• Gas fireplace
• Smart TVs
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Coffee maker
• Dishwasher
• Washer & dryer
• Multiple outdoor seating areas
• Adirondack chairs
• Central heating & air conditioning
• Parking for up to four vehicles
• Easy year-round access
• Dog friendly with prior approval
Good to Know
Well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior approval and a nominal pet fee. Sorry, no cats or other animals.
Flat driveway with easy parking for up to four vehicles.
No steep roads and no four-wheel drive required.
Fast Starlink internet makes the home ideal for remote work and streaming.
Pricing includes all standard fees—no hidden surprises at checkout.
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance, as we cannot be responsible for weather-related travel interruptions or personal emergencies.