Colonial Pines Inn
Bed and Breakfast

Colonial Pines Inn Bed and Breakfast, celebrating it's 25th Anniversary in 2008, offers an exquisite country setting nestled on a secluded hillside just half a mile from Main Street in Highlands, North Carolina.

Surrounded by two acres of giant old rhododendron, hemlock, maple and oak, one can experience Highlands' clean, fresh air and enjoy lush views in any season from wide, inviting porches.

Inside, the warmth of knotty pine offers a welcoming atmosphere that blends with antiques, an eclectic mix of books and accessories, a playable grand piano and a cozy fireside for those chilly mountain evenings. Help yourself to refreshments anytime from the "guest pantry". Try the peach iced tea, sherry, or hot chocolates, tea, and cider, then enjoy videos, games, puzzles and old fashioned conversation.

Colonial Pines Inn Bed and Breakfast offers a variety of lodging accommodations. Rooms and spacious suites await you with private baths, comfortable antique furnishings, queen- or king-sized beds, sitting rooms and views of either the Satulah Mountains or lush gardens.. The Guest House Apartment is a small two-bedroom efficiency next to the Inn. Colorfully furnished with wicker, braided rugs, and knotty pine, it offers a wonderful advantage for small families. This apartment is equipped with a kitchen, cable television and a deck.

Miss Rebecca's Cottage is a private retreat offering three bedrooms and two baths featuring a stone fireplace, full kitchen, cable television with VCR, and telephone. Secluded on one acre in town, the cottage is furnished with oak, pine, and cherry antiques. Perfect as a vacation rental for small groups and families, the cottage is also cozy enough for a couple's private getaway or honeymoon. From your front door, you can hike the trail to Sunset Rocks for a gorgeous view of the town, visit the Highlands Nature Center and Ravenel Lake just across the street. You are also just a stroll away from the center of town.

Sumptuous breakfasts are included with the rooms and suites and are served every morning in the dining room to the sound of soft classical, folk, or mountain tunes. One can enjoy such delights as the baked blueberry French toast and the Potato-Bacon & Green Onion Casserole. Fresh and luscious fruits are also served for those special guests that prefer the light meals. Special diets can be satisfied with advanced notice.

At Colonial Pines Inn Bed and Breakfast, you can sample the raspberries, blueberries and black currants from the garden, then visit the nature areas, ponds, fine boutiques and gourmet restaurants that are just a stroll away. In and around Highlands, discover mountain beauty along with opportunities for swimming, tennis, skiing, hiking and golf. A main attraction for many are the waterfalls with breathtaking views that exemplify the wonder of this special mountain area.