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Outpost Inn

3.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Porch
The Standard | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
The Grand | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
790 North 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741
  • Highlands Art Gallery
    6 min walk
  • Highlands Playhouse
    9 min walk
  • Cullasaja River Gorge
    15 min walk

Room options

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The Signature | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Signature

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Petite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Petite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Owners Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Owners Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Grand | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Grand

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Terrace | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Standard | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Outpost Inn

3-star Highlands guest house with bar/lounge
A bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in are available at this guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Outpost Inn offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Outpost Inn features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This boutique guesthouse also offers coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Stag Bar - Onsite bar.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Stag Bar

Family friendly

  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Chandler Inn Highlands
Chandler Inn
Chandler Highlands
The Wells Hotel
The Chandler Inn
Outpost Inn Highlands
Outpost Inn Guesthouse
Outpost Inn Guesthouse Highlands

Outpost Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 245 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Apex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and comfy with a wellness vibe. Loved the extra touches such gourmet coffee, sage and palo santo sticks for smudging and incense.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely something out of a magazine! The staff was pleasant, friendly and super helpful. 10/10 would recommend and we will def be back to stay here on the next visit to Highlands, NC.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was larger than picture showed. Very quaint and rustic like a lodge. Bathroom was very modern with rain shower!! Fluffy white towels. Finest in shampoo and body wash.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very friendly welcome. Fun outside fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We certainly enjoyed our 3 night stay at the Outpost Inn in Highlands, NC. Our room was very cozy complete with working gas fireplace, flat screen TV, and updated bathroom. The bed was comfortable, but softer than some might want. The hosts were extremely friendly, helpful, and hospitable! The welcome glass of wine or beer was lovely, and complementary drip coffee and fresh banana bread every morning in the cozy lounge was lovely. We highly recommend this 'lodge' for anyone who enjoys rustic, eclectic ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for us and you have a great idea with this layout, but the planting materials in the parking area could have been moved somewhere else. Our windows so needed to be clean. The bathroom was beautiful! I loved the furnishings. Housecleaning was on top of it daily and our room smelled great. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very unique property. Grounds need some clean up, especially in the back parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

banks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique and cozy. Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great furnishings, so much character! Beds and sheets super comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Blanca

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in process
Beware of the check in process! They do not have a full time staff so front desk closes at 6pm. They never emailed or texted us the room number and door code as indicated. Its practically impossible to get someone after hours. Room was not clean at all - like they hadn't expected check in. Good location but not so great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Chris, duluth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ellison

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Charles, Highlands Ranch

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible place. Dirty, no one spoke English.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good but AC needs better instructions
We loved the decor, the location and the bed itself was very comfortable however, we could not figure out the AC with the remote and it was 75 degrees most of the night so we did not sleep comfortably- we are used to cooler temps at night and are hot sleepers. I finally figured it out around 2am but at that point I had very little sleep and just wanted some air flow in the room. It wasn’t until I hit the “super” button on the remote that it began to cool off and I could rest comfortably though it took awhile to do so. Other than that, it was a unique and lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Columbia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous and the lobby/outdoor seating was beyond charming and cool. The Innkeeper or owner was delightful and kept his guests in conversation over wine or coffee - depending the time of day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quick drive to everything, unique and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorable comfortable rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Outpost Inn is a great option within close proximity to downtown Highlands. The room was quaint and comfortable, a little more rustic than the expedia pictures portray, but lovely. Check out their website for a more accurate depiction. Staff is not typically onsite, but they are present at the sister property Highlands Mountain House if you need ice or other assistance. The Outpost has beautiful new cruiser bikes available that you can check out for a quick jaunt into town for coffee or dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Barry, Dellwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location. Would be better if they posted instructions on how to keep the door locked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

misty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is meant for people needing a place to sleep and shower in a comfortable, clean environment. Quaint, no frills rooms with attached small bathrooms get the job done. The outdoor am ience is nice, but what makes it special is the congeniality of the owner. Great coffee bar and conversation. Truly a genuine good soul. The rooms were nice, but the experience was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is small. About 10 feet x 30 feet with a king sized bed. Loaded with nice amenities. Eclectic deco. Fire pits and comfy registration area. Excellent, cordial service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024