A Cherished Mountain Retreat with Hospitality You'll Love

Highland Lake Inn & Resort is poised atop 26 scenic acres on a private lake in the charming mountain town of Flat Rock, North Carolina. We offer a variety of accommodations, a wealth of amenities, and a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Experience a resort that is rich in history, passionate about the environment, and eager to deliver warm hospitality. We look forward to having you as our guest!

Proud to rank among the top 10% of hotels worldwide on Tripadvisor.

Wonderful Property And Grounds

This exceeded our expectations. Beautiful location and grounds, wonderful on site restaurant and historic comfortable accommodations.

hjane060 wrote October 2025

A Beautiful Stop in NC

This is a wonderful destination site! The rooms are large & very clean. On the premises , there is fishing, kayaking, swimming, hiking…. An all in one site!

Jean B. wrote July 2026

Amazing Conference Venue

We had 45 participants stay over night and hosted a conference at this location and it was amazing. Shea and Cami were so careful with all of our guests' preferences and details.

Amber M. wrote September 2025

Can’t Wait to Return

Wonderful property, clean lake and pool, peaceful quiet grounds, delicious food all reasonable priced… can’t beat it.

Sandra C. wrote April 2026

Fall In The Mountains

It’s a great place just to walk the grounds. Breakfast at Seasons each morning was fresh and tasty. All the staff were nice and friendly. Will definitely stay again.

Dan S. wrote November 2025

Great For Groups or Individuals

Everything is well maintained and the staff are very accommodating. The breakfast buffet at Seasons Restaurant is unbeatable and lunch and dinners are also great.

Sue P. wrote October 2025

Amazing!!

We had an amazing time!! The Woodward House is so beautiful. Comfy beds!! Serene porches. Went kayaking! Swimming in lake and pool. Staff were incredible!! Can’t wait to come back.

Julia G. wrote August 2026

Wonderful in Every Way!

Our 4 night stay was wonderful. The suite we chose was so comfortable and well appointed. The breakfasts were very good, with many choices.

Cindy K. wrote March 2026

Great Family Resort

The grounds were very pretty. A large pool, volleyball area, beautiful lake with paddle boats and kayaks… I highly recommend this lodge especially for a family vacation.

SunnySouth2 wrote July 2026

A variety of accommodations sure to please.

ROOMS & RENTALS

Plenty of Space to Unwind and Relax

RESORT AMENITIES

Where Historic Charm Meets Contemporary Cuisine

DINING & EVENTS

A Treasured Place to Gather

From corporate retreats and day meetings to family reunions and special events, our mountain retreat provides a beautiful setting you and your guests will love. We offer a variety of venues that can accommodate up to 200 guests. Our award-winning restaurant will create an unforgettable culinary experience while our overnight accommodations deliver the rest and relaxation you need. From planning to departure, you can rest assured our professional team is dedicated to making your event a success.

A Treasured Place to Gather

When you plan an event at Highland Lake Inn & Resort, you'll love the ease and convenience of having everything you need in one place. Our expansive property can accommodate many different scenarios that result in a truly authentic event. Watch the overview video below to get an idea of what's possible.