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In Town – Suite 2 Black Bear-2 Blocks from Main Street

In Town – Suite 2 Black Bear-2 Blocks from Main Street

In Town - Suite 2 Black Bear-2 Blocks from Main Street

1 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms Sleeps 4 Highlands

Main Bedroom

1 King

LIving Area

1 Sofa

*This is a pet-friendly (DOGS ONLY) unit. Pets must be approved and a pet fee is required.*

Situated just two blocks from Main Street in Highlands, NC, “The Inn at Mill Creek” is now taking reservations. This prime location is accessible to all that Highlands has to offer. We are steps away from unique shopping, world class dining, the Highlands Playhouse and the Preforming Arts Center. We are located on the upper back side of the newly renovated, "Mill Creek" which will have retail, restaurants & lots of energy!

Inn guests will enjoy new decks and patios and our most prized asset, picturesque Mill Creek creek. Imagine rocking in your Adirondack chair while sipping your favorite beverage overlooking the clear mountain creek. You can enjoy the fresh, cool mountain air, and listen to the sounds of the creek and Mother Nature. Relax with your family and friends.

We have ample parking and a central location so that you can leave your car and walk to any activity you desire in downtown Highlands.

Our goal for Mill Creek Plaza and the Inn is to create an atmosphere, which will insure that when you think of Highlands, you will think of us!!

"Black Bear"
Decorated in black, white and red (Go UGA!), and a King Bed with designer bedding &1200 thread count sheets, plush mattresses, a seating area with a top of the line queen sofa bed, and a 46” flat screen TV, along with a large, en suite bathroom, complete with your own designer spa products. There will also be a separate den/living area with a queen sleeper sofa, a gas log fireplace, a 50” flat screen TV, refrigerator, coffee maker with our own blend of coffee, a microwave and dining table area for games or eating.

We want to make your time away from home not only comfortable, but also memorable.

The Inn at Mill Creek offers 6 luxury in town accommodations only two blocks from Main Street Highlands shopping, dining and more.  These suites have been totally renovated in 2019 and offer clean, secure, secluded rooms right on Mill Creek in the heart of downtown Highlands.  The town recreation center is located 1/2 block from the suites, offering swimming, indoor or outdoor basketball, tennis, picnic areas, and a new skate park. 

Book multiple or all suites for your group, reunion, engagement or wedding parties.
We have 6 distinct Suites so please make sure you are booking the correct one that fits your needs.

"Silver Linings" - A handicap compliant Suite and is also pet friendly.  It has a separate bedroom and living area with one handicap accessible bathroom.  

"Black Bear" - A pet friendly Suite that offers a separate bedroom and living area with a full bathroom. A pet fee of $35 is required if you bring a pet.  **NOTE**  You are currently on the Black Bear Page

"Into the Woods" - Identical to Black Bear, however it is not pet friendly.

"Satulah" - A large 2 bedroom Suite, offering 2 separate bedrooms each with their own bath and a living area.

"In the Clouds" - A large one room Suite offering open living/sleeping area with a balcony overlooking Mill Creek

"Whiteside" - A large one room Suite offering open living/sleeping area with a balcony overlooking Mill Creek


**Cancelation Policy**. Cancellation: Cancellations made 60 days prior to occupancy will receive a 100% refund minus a $20.00 cancellation fee, cancellations 45 - 60 days prior to occupancy will receive a 75% refund + a $20.00 cancellation fee, cancellations 30 - 45 days before occupancy will receive a 50% refund + $40.00 cancellation fee, cancellations within 30 days of occupancy will receive no refund unless the property is re- rented.   If the Premises are not re-rented on the terms set forth herein, Tenant will not be entitled to a refund of any rent payment made hereunder.


** Please be advised that the *Admin Fee * covers many admin costs associated with the reservation. However, If you wish to avoid much of this fee, do not put in payment information. You may still place your reservation but will need to call the office at 828-526-9999 **

PLEASE NOTE…IF YOU ARE BOOKING THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AND PROCEED BY CLICKING THE “BOOK NOW” BUTTON….YOUR CREDIT CARD WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE INITIAL PAYMENT AMOUNT NEEDED FOR YOUR RESERVATION.

Essentials

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Linens Provided
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Living Room
  • Towels
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Private Entrance
  • Shampoo
  • Free Wifi

Home Safety

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Smoke Detector

Entertainment

  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
  • Smart TV

Accessibility

  • Disabled Parking Spot
  • Flat Smooth Pathway to Front Door
  • Home Step Free Access
  • Single Level Home

Facility

  • Free Parking
  • Limited Parking

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining table
  • Coffee Maker

Leisure

  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Horseback Riding
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing

Local

  • Hospital

Location

  • Water/River View
  • Walk-to-Town

Outdoor

  • Uncovered Deck

Sports

  • Fishing
  • Fishing - Fly
  • Hiking
  • Ice Skating
  • Rock Climbing
  • Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • Hunting
  • Mountaineering

Themes

  • Family
  • Romantic

Fireplaces

  • Indoor Gas Fireplace
LEAVE A REVIEW
September 28, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBNB Transferred Review

by Teresa R

This was the perfect location for our weekend in the Highlands to attend a wedding. Loved being able to walk downtown. The suite accommodated all of our needs.

September 26, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBNB Transferred Review

by Gianna D

great location close to everything! it actually is bigger in person than it looks in the pictures! highly recommend if you are going to the Highlands

September 21, 2025 - Manual Entry

Guest Post-Stay Survey

by David M

I had two encounters with team members and both times: the teammates were friendly, answered my questions and were very pleasant.

 I have no recommendations to make. The property was well taken care of, and very convenient to Main Street.

 

September 12, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBNB Transferred Review

by Mary C

Amazing stay! The location is perfect too! Would recommend to anyone!

September 7, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBNB Transferred Review

by Chrestman R

Perfect location and great spot to stay.

August 24, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBNB Transferred Review

by Gabby D

This Airbnb was perfect for our weekend stay in Highlands for a wedding. It’s centrally located so you can walk everywhere and it’s right above the delicious Blue Bike Cafe! It was clean and the perfect size for my husband and I. We would definitely rent again!

August 4, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBNB Transferred Review

by Jim M

Perfect location, one block from Main Street, reserved parking space just steps from the door, no stairs. Large living room, separate bedroom with king bed. free wifi, two big screen TVs with DISH. Star frequently in Highlands, this is the best value we have found with no compromises in location of comfort.

July 26, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Ryan M

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was easy to get to and walkable to Highlands shops and restaurants. Loved the location along Mill Creek. The place was clean, spacious and as advertised.

July 19, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Jill H

Everything was wonderful! Location, space, cs, things to do we could walk to …. Wish we could have stayed longer. Next time will book 4 nights.

July 6, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Peyton B

Our favorite place to stay in Highlands! We will be back!!

June 29, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Tori M

Our 2nd time staying in this cabin! Mountainy decor and so close to everything in downtown highlands. Can really experience all that it has to offer! Also really enjoyed the communal back porch near the creek with twinkle lights at night!

June 25, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Daniel D

It was a very convenient location just a short walk from the best downtown parts of Highlands, North Carolina. Cute little back deck with some Adirondack chairs overlooking a little creek. The air-conditioning worked well and the place was clean and there was a nice little icemaker.

June 8, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Melissa W

We had a wonderful stay! Clean, comfortable, great location!! Would stay here again!

March 23, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Danielle F

Great communication with host, location to highlands, & cleanliness of airbnb. Super close dog park nearby (walking distance!). Only small ‘complaint’ would be the volume of how much you can hear via neighbors in other units

Thank you for the thoughtful review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your time in this Suite. We will look into the noise levels from neighboring units to see if there are any improvements we can make to enhance our guests' experience. Your comments are valuable, and we strive to continuously improve our offerings. We hope you had an overall pleasant stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

February 22, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Marla G

Comfortable stay. Clean. Wonderful location.

February 17, 2025 - Manual Entry

Guest Post-Stay Survey

by Laurie S
February 9, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Jane O

We had a beautiful stay at Black Bear Suite! Spacious and warm and easily walkable to town and all the great restaurants. Exceptionally easy to access and check in. We look forward to returning for a stay very soon!

Thanks Jane! We hope to see you again soon 

February 4, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Kim B

 

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate you providing the feedback about the limited open establishments on [Winter] Mondays - that's great information for future guests. And we're so glad you enjoyed the anniversary card. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

February 2, 2025 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Alec R

 

January 3, 2025 - Manual Entry

Guest Post-Stay Survey

by Amanda S
September 16, 2024 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Keaton F

 

September 2, 2024 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Peyton

We had a wonderful stay at the inn at mill creek. The suite was large and very well maintained. The hosts were very responsive. Will definitely stay here again when we come back to Highlands.

September 2, 2024 - Airbnb

AirBnB Transferred Review

by Peyton B

We had a wonderful stay at the inn at mill creek. The suite was large and very well maintained. The hosts were very responsive. Will definitely stay here again when we come back to Highlands.

September 7, 2022 - Website

Review from Kara

by Kara
Beautiful property! The room was so adorable and landscaping gorgeous as it sits right on the creek. Walking distance to town and many restaurants. Cant go wrong with Mill Creek Inn
August 24, 2022 - Website

Review from Sandra

by Sandra
Loved it!! Could not have had a nicer time! The aesthetics were beautiful! The rooms are well insulated, comfortable and beautifully decorated. Beautiful hikes and drives! Wonderful food and loved walking everywhere. Inn at Mill Creek is an awesome property!Only made one call to let them know that the new couple in room one had a dog that was howling. Lady I spoke to was very courteous and professional!
August 10, 2022 - Website

Review from Keith

by Keith
Nice place to get away. Close to everything.
July 7, 2022 - Website

Review from Jessica

by Jessica

Very clean, spacious, and quiet. Enjoyed ourselves!

March 13, 2022 - Website

Review from Susan

by Susan
March 6, 2022 - Website

Review from Mario

by Mario

Beautiful place. Decorated very lively. Situated in the heart of downtown. Clean. Nice people to deal with. Great bed! Loved it and we will be back!Lauren was so sweet to set up reservation. The rest was really online and efficient.

January 14, 2022 - Website

Review from James

by James
Great floor like a suite. Clean modern and perfect location. No place better to eat than the blue bicycle.
December 28, 2021 - Website

Review from Michelle

by Michelle

Thank you we loved our stay! Very convenient locations and lovely use of the stream behind the building

November 10, 2021 - Website

Review from Jessie

by Jessie
October 21, 2021 - Website

Review from Norman

by Norman
Our stay was a wonderful time away -- nothing could have improved the experience.
October 19, 2021 - Website

Review from Linda

by Linda
We love this place.
October 17, 2021 - Website

Review from Brenda

by Brenda

Loved the location and size of unit. Nice sitting area out back.Lots of repetitive emails. 

September 30, 2021 - Website

Review from Maeve

by Maeve
September 28, 2021 - Website

Review from Thomas

by Thomas

Suite 2 was well decorated and very livable. Liked your service table with coffee, microwave and ice maker.Hope to return in the future.

September 8, 2021 - Website

Review from Alice Ann

by Alice Ann
So comfortable; quiet location; and LOVED sitting with a glass of wine by the creek that runs through the property.Most accommodating and VERY PLEASANT. Helped us several times with our tv needs and never made us feel uncomfortable. Lovely people to be around.
August 15, 2021 - Website

Review from Donna

by Donna
Wonderful to be able to bring my pups to the mountains to stay in this lovely suite. Property is new, clean, lovely, beautiful outdoor seating on Mill Creek. Management team top notch. Highly recommend !!!Team is knowledgeable, efficient, over the top helpful, very responsive. Top knotch in every way.
August 9, 2021 - Website

Review from Rhona

by Rhona
We walked everywhere we could since parking in town is a bit of an issue on busy days. The Blue Bike Cafe was a great place for breakfast (right around the corner). Enjoyed having coffee in the room every morning before we headed out for the day. Also, fridge came in handy as well. Loved the ice maker!Team was pleasant and helpful. No issues with obtaining access to the unit on day of check-in.
July 26, 2021 - Website

Review from Morgan

by Morgan
LOVED IT. Blue Bike Cafe is right in front of the Inn, so we highly recommend them for Breakfast/Lunch. The creek is such a nice view to have as well, with chairs to relax in or grass for the pup to play in. We will be back!Staff was so helpful and friendly- from the time of booking to checking out. And they have office dogs, how cute!!
July 21, 2021 - Website

Review from Laura

by Laura
Love the property and is very convenient to downtown. Close parking for my husband to walk from the car to the room... he has a foot issue.
July 5, 2021 - Website

Review from Alicia

by Alicia

Loved our time here. We were in town for wedding and is gave all the room and Convenience we needed.Met the owners and they were amazing and the staff at the restaurants were incredible as well !! So friendly and fast.

June 28, 2021 - Website

Review from Jorge

by Jorge
June 5, 2021 - Website

Review from Charles

by Charles
We had a wonderful time during our stay.
April 5, 2021 - Website

Review from Christopher

by Christopher
Excellent stay. Convenient check in and out. Room is spacious and cozy. Great location, everything need is walkable. Also, very convenient to get to car in assigned parking spot. Thank you.
April 1, 2021 - Website

Review from Lauren

by Lauren
Easy communication and check in process
March 21, 2021 - Website

Review from Brittany

by Brittany
Exceeded our expectations!! The location is perfect, within walking distance to everything. Multiple restaurants in the same building! The space was beautiful!! The decor was magazine worthy and the bed was so comfy! The outdoor area with lots of seating next to mill creek was a nice bonus. We will most definitely come back!!Team was attentive and easy to contact if any concerns arose. I called about not being able to work my fireplace and someone showed up within minutes to fix it!
January 31, 2021 - Website

Review from Patti

by Patti

We hope to return soon!Great!

January 6, 2021 - Website

Review from Molly

by Molly
Great place to stay for a weekend getaway. We were able to bring our Boykin Spaniel and he loved it, they even had a basket of dog toys. We will be back for sure!
December 28, 2020 - Website

Review from Sheila

by Sheila
We enjoyed our stay in suite 2 Black Bear. It was well maintained and cute and was an easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Bonus that this suite allowed our dog Charlie to be with us. He approved as well!
December 26, 2020 - Website

Review from Lisa

by Lisa
December 21, 2020 - Website

Review from Ryan

by Ryan

Very friendly and accessible

November 1, 2020 - Website

Review from David

by David
First trip to Highlands and really enjoyed our stay. The suite was perfect and spacious - we especially enjoyed the fireplace! And the location can't be beat.They were all pros. Very friendly and helpful.
September 22, 2020 - Website

Review from Linda

by Linda
We loved it. Very comfortable and attention to detail. Love the location and setting.Communication very professional and efficient.
September 11, 2020 - Website

Review from Matt

by Matt
The stay was wonderful and the unit was very clean. We really enjoyed lounging by the stream at night. The location was perfect for us to walk to everything in Highlands.The Highlands team was great. I had a chance to talk with them about property management since we do the same thing in Greenville, SC. It was great to hear their perspective and they are a very professional team.
August 31, 2020 - Website

Review from Russell

by Russell
August 15, 2020 - Website

Review from Jen

by Jen
July 30, 2020 - Website

Review from Vincent

by Vincent
Excellent accommodations overall! Clean, quiet and conveniently located to downtown area. Serene creek and sitting area to relax after hiking adventures during the mornings and afternoons before walking to great restaurants for dinner.Appreciated the text messages and emails prior to arrival although we did receive some conflicting information e.g. arrival time availability...some said 4pm and another communication on the day we were traveling said 2pm. Would have planned to arrive earlier if we knew we could check-in before 4pm. Also, some info on website was not accurate in terms of the departure information...it looked like there would be a washer/dryer and dishwasher in the suite which there was not. Suggest adding a few more pictures of the suite or a virtual tour video to get a better sense of the room...accentuate the decor and accommodations on your website for the user/prospective renter!
June 22, 2020 - Website

Review from Jacinda

by Jacinda
June 6, 2020 - Website

Review from Kelly

by Kelly
May 31, 2020 - Website

Review from Florabelle

by Florabelle
January 2, 2020 - Website

Review from Eric

by Eric
This property was gorgeous; an unexpected gem in an ideal location just off the main strip in Highlands. We loved that we were able to walk to all of the local bars and restaurants. The back deck and creekside patio gave the property ++ appeal. We will DEFINITELY be back!Lori went above what was required or expected in order to accommodate our last-minute New Years Eve lodging needs. I was able to work with her via text while on a flight to secure a perfect location for our stay. She even got on the phone to make a dinner reservation for us, bc I was on a plane. This was the epitome of customer service!
September 14, 2019 - Website

Review from Beverly

by Beverly

Overall - one of the nicest places in Highlands!Excellent follow-up, courteous and professional

August 4, 2019 - Website

Review from Hayley

by Hayley

My daughters and I greatly enjoyed staying in the Black Bear suite. Its beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Wonderful location and overall perfect place for our girls weekend.

July 10, 2019 - Website

Review from Sam

by Sam
June 9, 2019 - Website

Review from James

by James
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