Honey Bee Hideaway

11/09/2026

⛰️ MOUNTAIN MONDAY | MEET CHINQUAPIN MOUNTAIN 🐝

Have you heard of Chinquapin Mountain?

Just outside Highlands, this scenic mountain offers a little adventure for those looking to get off the beaten path and discover another beautiful corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

With an elevation of approximately 4,160 feet, a hike of around 3.2 miles round trip, and multiple overlooks along the way, Chinquapin Mountain is a lovely reminder that some of the best mountain views are found when you take the time to explore.

🌲 A quieter trail
🥾 A little adventure
💚 Beautiful mountain views

So the next time you're visiting Highlands, consider adding Chinquapin Mountain to your list!

There's always another mountain to discover. And that's part of the magic of this place.

Happy Mountain Monday from Honey Bee Hideaway!

11/05/2026

11/04/2026

🎶 LOCAL LOVE WEDNESDAY | HIGHLANDS, NC 🐝

Calling all Eagles fans! 🎸

If you're spending the weekend in Highlands, here's a fun night out to add to your plans!

Hotel California – A Tribute to the Eagles is bringing the classic sounds of one of rock's most iconic bands to the Highlands Performing Arts Center this Saturday.

📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Highlands Performing Arts Center

🎟️ Tickets are required! Visit the Highlands Performing Arts Center website for ticket information and to reserve your seats.

Get ready for the songs you know and love, a little nostalgia, and a memorable night in the mountains!

From scenic daytime adventures to live music after dark, there's always something special happening around Highlands. 💚

We love sharing the local happenings that make a stay at Honey Bee Hideaway even sweeter!

11/03/2026

🌧️🐝 TOUR TUESDAY: Rainy Day at the Hideaway

Not every mountain getaway has to be packed with adventures. Sometimes the best days are the ones when the rain rolls in and you have absolutely nowhere you need to be. 💛

At Honey Bee Hideaway, a rainy day looks a little something like this:

☕ Slow mornings and coffee in the kitchen.
🔥 Cozy up by the stone fireplace.
📚 Find a good book or put together a puzzle.
🎲 Challenge the family to a favorite board game.
🛋️ Relax, reconnect, and enjoy a little downtime.

And if the rain lets up? There's always another adventure waiting just outside your door!

Whether you're exploring Highlands or enjoying a lazy day inside, Honey Bee Hideaway is the perfect place to make memories in every kind of weather.

What's your rainy-day vacation favorite: a good book, a board game, or simply doing nothing at all? Tell us below! 👇

11/02/2026

🍂 MOUNTAIN MONDAY | Highlands, NC

There's a quieter kind of beauty that comes with November in the mountains.

The crowds begin to thin, the mountain air gets a little crisper, the mornings bring a little more mist, and the views seem to stretch just a little farther.

It's a season for slowing down, taking the scenic route, finding a cozy spot, and remembering that sometimes the best adventures are the ones without a schedule.

We think November might just be one of the mountains' best-kept secrets. 💚

🐝 Here's to a beautiful week from Honey Bee Hideaway!

10/28/2026

🎃🐝 LOCAL LOVE WEDNESDAY: Halloween on Main! 👻🧡

There's something extra special about Halloween in a small mountain town, and Highlands knows how to celebrate!

This Saturday, downtown Highlands is turning into a festive trick-or-treating destination for families, little ghosts, superheroes, princesses, and everyone in between! 🍬

Local businesses will be handing out treats, and the evening will be filled with costumes, live music, hot dogs, hot chocolate, and plenty of community spirit!

📍 Downtown Highlands, NC
📅 Saturday, October 31
⏰ 6–8 PM
🎟️ FREE community event!

We love highlighting the local businesses and special traditions that make Highlands such a wonderful place to visit. 💛

Whether you're a local or enjoying a mountain getaway, grab your costume and join the fun!

🐝 From Honey Bee Hideaway, wishing everyone a safe, sweet, and spook-tacular Halloween!

10/27/2026

🐝🔎 TOUR TUESDAY: HOW MANY BEES CAN YOU SPOT?

You know Honey Bee Hideaway is full of little honey bee touches, but have you discovered them all? 💛

From the bedroom to the kitchen and even some unexpected places, our little bees have made themselves at home throughout the house!

Today's challenge: Take a close look at our photos, count the bees you can find, and tell us your guess in the comments! 👀🐝

And if you've stayed with us before, we're curious… did you discover a bee detail that made you smile?

We can't wait to see who has the sharpest eyes! 🐝💛

10/26/2026

🍂🐝 MOUNTAIN MONDAY | Highlands, NC

There's something about fall in the mountains that makes you want to slow down.

The winding roads. The trees dressed in gold and crimson. The cool morning air. The little views that appear around a bend when you least expect them.

And in Highlands, the beauty is never quite the same twice. One road may be bursting with color while another is just beginning to change. Every drive feels like discovering something new. 💛

So here's your Monday reminder: you don't always have to go far or do something extraordinary to find a little magic. Sometimes, you just need to take the long way around.

Here's to a week full of beautiful views, fresh air, and moments worth remembering.