A Highlands Homecoming

Old Edwards Inn & Spa and Half Mile Farm

Located in the charming town of Highlands, North Carolina, just at the feet of the Blue Ridge Mountains, are the sister properties: Old Edwards Inn & Half-Mile Farm. Visit both for a luxurious fall experience. 

Old Edwards Inn, a Relais & Châteaux property, takes up a few blocks of Highland's downtown, with an award-winning spa, outdoor fire pits and local hotspots Madison’s Restaurant and The Wine Garden (al fresco!). Many of the European-style designed rooms have fireplaces and heated bathroom floors, perfect for keeping warm and cozy on crisp fall nights. 

Half-Mile Farm, less than ten minutes down the road, is an elevated bed and breakfast providing a nature-filled escape. This adults-only rustic inn is located on fourteen acres of forest, where guests can enjoy complimentary canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding and fishing on its very own Apple Lake or trek through the forest on a stream-side trail. 

Just a short drive away, guests can venture off property for a day of hiking, rock climbing, waterfall sightseeing (there are seventeen to visit!), whitewater rafting, fly fishing and zip lining.

Both properties offer gorgeous views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains in all their fall glory. The resorts offer easy access to downtown Highlands and serve as the perfect gateway to outdoor adventures off the beaten path, like exploring the many waterfalls nearby in the Highlands Plateau and Nantahala National Forest, scenic drives through the Blue Ridge Mountains, and perched atop the southwestern plateau of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Old Edwards Inn & Spa invites you to shed your cares and leave the world behind.

REFINING LUXURY

Anchoring Highlands’ charming Main Street, our lushly landscaped Relais & Châteaux retreat is the perfect setting for a few days of lingering over flavorful meals, unwinding at a world-class spa, playing golf with spectacular mountain views, and enjoying those unexpected moments that make life brighter.

RESTORATIVE TREATMENTS

Plush spa robes, relaxation lounges with glowing fireplaces, and the gentle sound of flowing water all set the tone for a robust menu of holistic treatments. Whether you seek stress relief, muscle recovery, radiant skin, or a blend of these, a team of expert therapists will tailor your services to help you pursue your wellness goals.

DISTINGUISHED COMFORT

With each room, suite, and cottage featuring its own distinctive character, no two stays at Old Edwards are ever the same. Thoughtfully designed with rich fabrics, European-style furnishings, and inviting touches, you can discover a space that’s tailored to your journey, no matter what brings you.

FIND YOUR WAY AROUND

Wander through the town of Highlands and out into its surroundings, where nature’s beauty unfolds at every turn. Hike through lush mountain landscapes, paddle across serene waters, and then come back into town to explore the shops and galleries that dot Main Street.

HALF MILE FARM

Just five minutes from downtown Highlands and a world away, Half-Mile Farm emerges from behind tall pines - an adults-only sanctuary of reconnection.

What begins with a welcome glass of sparkling wine upon arrival leads to mornings with chef-made breakfasts, afternoons that hold as much activity or stillness as you need, and evenings of fireside conversation. Here, time floats on among the wildflowers and is lost between nibbles and sips. Somewhere between the fresh, mountain air and the friendly faces, you’ll change in ways you didn’t know you needed. Half-Mile Farm is a private inn for registered guests eighteen and older.

Unwind in rustic-chic rooms and suites where hardwood floors, cozy fireplaces, and plush bedding make for the ultimate mountain retreat. Each distinct space blends a refined, understated charm with thoughtful modern comforts, such as heated bathroom floors. Relax, recharge, and redirect your focus to energizing your spirit.

THE SOUND OF PEACE

Unwind in rustic-chic rooms and suites where hardwood floors, cozy fireplaces, and plush bedding make for the ultimate mountain retreat. Each distinct space blends a refined, understated charm with thoughtful modern comforts, such as heated bathroom floors. Relax, recharge, and redirect your focus to energizing your spirit.

Visit oldedwardsinn.com and halfmilefarm.com to learn more and plan your stay.