Illustrative imageHighlands, North Carolina
Old Edwards Inn and Spa
About the club
Situated in the corner of North Carolina, along the southwest plateau of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the Nantahala National Forest sits the Old Edwards Inn and Spa. The luxury boutique resort offers five accommodation options including the historic inn, poolside hickory rooms, mountainside lodge, waterfront cottages as well as full house rentals in town. Across the many sites, the resort offers 11 dining options, as well as a European-style spa focused on relaxation and fostering connections with nature. Nearby to the hotel is the resort’s Tom Jackson-designed Old Edwards Club open to members and resort guests only. Opened in 2000, the course is laid out in two distinct nines with a valley-style front and mountain-style back. The front nine has subtle elevation changes and open fairways, while the second nine features dramatic mountainside fairways that weave through rock outcroppings and dense trees. The mountainside characteristics of the back nine can be truly felt during the 250-foot ascent from the ninth green to 10th tee, as well as on the tricky putting surfaces with challenging breaks. In 2018 the resort commissioned Beau Welling to design an additional 12-hole par-3 course called The Saddle, featuring playful green complexes and utilizing visual intimidation to give the illusion of tucked pins and large breaks, making the course entertaining for players at every skill level.
Amenities
Club House
Dining
Fine Dining
Golf Course
Courses (3)
Membership
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Old Edwards Inn and Spa
Membership
2026/27
Monthly Equivalent
On request
over 10 yrs
Year 1 Total
On request
Lifetime Total
On request
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Location
688 Highlands Cove Drive, North Carolina 28741, United States
Reviews
4.7
940 reviews
I had such a wonderful and relaxing stay at Old Edwards Inn and Spa. From the moment I arrived, everything felt thoughtful, welcoming, and truly elevated. The spa experience was absolutely incredible. I enjoyed massages on both my first and second day, and Lakeisha and Jason were nothing short of phenomenal—professional, intuitive, and incredibly skilled. Each session left me feeling completely relaxed and restored. A special thank you to Kay and Sebastian, who were the perfect duo to give me a tour and ensure I had everything I needed throughout my stay. Their warmth and attention to detail made such a difference. Alex was also a true gem, so kind, attentive, and welcoming. Dining and drinks were equally memorable. Dinner at Madison’s was excellent, and cocktails at both The Hummingbird Lounge and The Cottage Bar were perfectly crafted with great ambiance. I also visited The Doghouse, where the drinks were delicious and the vibe was fun and inviting. I had the pleasure of staying in both the Spa Suite and the Deluxe Cottage Suite. The Spa Suite was especially lovely, featuring a beautiful soaking tub and a cozy fireplace that made the experience feel incredibly relaxing. Thank you again to Kay, Sebastian, Alex, and the entire Old Edwards team for such a beautiful experience. And thank you, Management for taking care of all my needs and concerns. Top notch service and im so grateful you all made my birthday trip so pleasant . Highly recommend for a relaxing and therapeutic stay!
Angel
We had dinner on Christmas Eve at the Old Edwards Inn. From Mary who greeted us when we got there our evening was fabulous. Shafay, our waiter, provided amazing service - 12 on a scale from 1 to 10. Ana, the Sam was very knowledgeable about wines and what we ordered. We met Melissa Delaney. Who is an amazing salesperson. She has almost convinced us to move Highlands. Maybe that is in the cards Thank you to the entire staff for making our Christmas Eve so memorable.
Michael Ackerman
Old Edwards Inn is even more amazing than I imagined. It is quietly elegant with beautiful architecture and furnishings, and offers so much diversity in restaurant/cocktail areas, room options, and quiet areas. Just to wander around the grounds is a pleasure. The spa is an incredible experience with its attentive, top notch staff and its quiet/meditation areas with fires and water features. The attention to detail is exquisite. The small details that are meticulously added such as the attendant greeting you when you pull in, the porter explaining all of the room details when he brings your bags in to your room, umbrellas at entry/exit areas when it rains, the turn down service turning on the fire on a cold evening, shutting the curtains/shutters, warming the floor tiles and heated towel rack. In short, Old Edwards Inn goes above and beyond to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable.
Debbie Andrews