Location: Highlands in USA
Nearest Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield International at 160
Miles
Nearest Barpub:
Rib Shack & Sports Bar at 2.5
Miles
Nearest Restaurant:
Cypress Restaurant at 1.75
Miles
Car: necessary
Enveloped by the Nantahala National Forest, Highlands is located at the southern tip of the Blue Ridge Mountains at an elevation of 4,118 feet within 2 hrs driving time of Atlanta GA, Asheville NC & Greenville SC. The surrounding mountains soar to heights over 5,000 feet and in July, our average daytime temperature is a cool 77 degrees. With its rich history, wonderful climate and enviable way of life, Highlands has been a haven for southerners anxious to escape the summer heat and are an ideal location for a summer home. Long noted for its world class dining, Highlands also offers unique shopping, with specialty gift and clothing boutiques, antique and art galleries, first rate spas and massage, fine jewelry and custom furniture. With the combination of scenic beauty and ideal climate, outdoor recreation like golf and tennis are most enjoyable, while waterfalls and panoramic mountain vistas form the backdrop for fly fishing & rafting. Come for a visit...stay for a lifetime!