The cottage is furnished with an air of a rustic, romantic getaway for two, but with its 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a sleeping loft, it is equally ideal for the whole family. The first floor consists of the main living area, a bedroom with a queen bed, a full bath, and a sleeping loft with twin beds. The loft is accessed by a wall ladder, so it is best saved for use by children

The downstairs level has a bedroom with twin beds, a full bath, a laundry room and a large master bedroom with a screened porch. The master bedroom includes a king bed, a sitting area, a wet bar and a peaceful lake view from its screened porch.

Hemlock Hill Cottage has a view of the lake from its deck. A winding footpath leads from the cottage down to the lake’s edge where guests will find a private dock on deep water that allows for great swimming, fishing, boating and a canoe for exploring the lake and its waterfalls.

 All cottages have the following:

– wifi
– DirecTV satellite tv 
– free long distance phone service
– NC roasted coffee beans for first morning arrival
– gas grill
– private dock with canoes and kayaks
– fire pit for evening campfires

* Ask Bernie about scheduling an in-home massage or private yoga instruction

~ From the Guestbook ~

What a wonderful way to start the New Year! Even though it was winter we had plenty to keep us busy. We hiked and saw beautiful waterfalls. We canoed in the lake, went skiing in Maggie Valley and snow tubing at Sapphire Valley. At the end of everyday, we came back to the comfort of Hemlock Hill Cottage. The cabin was beautiful and everything we hoped it would be. Every night we enjoyed a roaring fire and every morning and incredible view.
~ The Bowman’s

What a wonderful storybook cottage. We will be back
~ The Henry’s

Stunning and peaceful, all that we had hoped for and more. Hemlock Hill was the perfect spot for our honeymoon, one we hope to return to for anniversaries to come.
~ The Barrett’s

As soon as I walked onto the deck of Hemlock Hill Cottage and saw the fresh flowers placed there for our enjoyment I fell in love with this beautiful home. Everything inside this charming cottage is lovely and inviting. My kids (college age) said it was their favorite of all places we’ve stayed. Thanks for sharing your home and for all of the thought that has so obviously gone into making this retreat joyful and soothing. We are already looking forward to our return next year!
~ The Kulages

Last year at this time we traveled all the way to Maine-when all along there was something just as beautiful so close to home! We have stayed in many cabins over the years and Hemlock Hill is my favorite!
~ The Cowells

What a special place! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Bernie, we are happy to have found Hemlock Hill – what a beautiful setting. My kids will talk about this for a long time. I think I know my family in all the better ways. Thank you.
~ The Apatow’s

We absolutely loved Hemlock Hill. The cottage and special touches make it homey and gorgeous. You have wonderful taste and style.
~ Mary, Claudette and Patti from Atlanta

We explored the mountains and the lake, a perfect combo. The kids learned to ski for the first time. The Hemlock Hill was very quaint and charming.
~The Erwin’s

We spent our last anniversary at the Grove Park Inn and I must say that I would choose Hemlock Hill Cottage over that any day. I am very detail oriented and I loved all of the special touches. My husband and I agreed that we could not have found a better spot.
~ The Dias’s

What a wonderful 2 weeks here, we enjoyed hiking in the cool mountain air, shopping and wonderful meals in both Cashiers and Highlands NC. As always, our favorite was to return to Hemlock Hill at the end of the day and take in this magnificent view.
~ The Kirkbrides