Huge Price Reduction - Best Rental Property Opportunity in Highlands, NC! Welcome to this charming, authentic Highlands, NC bungalow. Offering 3 BRs + 2 BAs, this single-story home is ideally situated 2 miles to downtown Highlands. It is outside the R-1 zoning district's short-term rental usage restrictions, so the home has limitless year-round rental potential - not to mention it's the most affordable property in Highlands! Enter the home & instantly notice wood floors throughout and a wood-burning stove in the living room to ensure a cozy stay. Windows in the living room, allow the natural light to bounce throughout the room. Recent renovations & updated finishes bring this home into the new age, such as a spacious chef's kitchen with stainless steel range. Conveniently located off the kitchen is a large mudroom room with ample storage, washer/dryer, & access to the carport. Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining area, perfect for entertaining. Just past the dining area, a hallway leads you to 2 guest BRs & a shared guest BA featuring a lovely soaking tub, perfect for relaxing & getting a spa-like experience. From the kitchen, you're taken into the spacious master suite providing ample privacy. You will love this functional floor plan, where the owner's suite resides on its own wing! Here, in the mountains, we prioritize outdoor living spaces, & this home certainly does not fall short. The charming, covered porch is ideal for a quiet evening cocktail, or a peaceful morning read. Just off the front porch is a spacious open deck leading you into the lush backyard. Enjoy the beautiful stone patio with built-in firepit perfect for smores under the Appalachian stars. With a fenced backyard, youngsters & furry friends can safely enjoy nature at its finest. Downtown Highlands, NC, features incredible restaurants, shopping, hiking trails, & nightlife full of endless entertainment. Seller is motivated!