Location: Franklin, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (11 Miles North of Franklin) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)
Enjoy all that Western North Carolina has to offer from this very comfortable yet rustic cabin. The cabin is fully furnished, has central heat and air-conditioning as well a Franklin stove for heat and ambiance. The cabin is located on Bench Mountain at approximately 3000 ft. in the lovely Cowee Valley about 11 miles from down town Franklin.
For gem mining enthusiasts this cabin is situated close to 2 mines. The Cherokee Mine (where the largest star ruby ever found in North America was found a few years ago) is directly down the mountain from the cabin. The Sheffield Mine, featured on The Travel Channel, is about 2.5 miles east. The Cowee Valley Lapidary is within 1 mile of the Cherokee Mine.
Franklin, Dillsboro, Sylva, Bryson City and Cherokee are an easy drive for shopping, dining and sight seeing. The Great Smokey Mountain National Park is about a 45 minute drive.
For outdoor enthusiasts the area offers great hiking, biking, fishing, white water rafting, kayaking and tubing.
For motorcycle enthusiasts the famous Dragon's Tail Rd is about an hours ride from the cabin.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Other Activities
- Easy drive to the Great Smokey Mountain National Park, Harrah's Casino and Mountainside Outdoor Theater in Cherokee, within 1 hour of famous Biltmore Estate in Ashville, easy walk 9/10 mile to Cherokee Ruby Mine and 2.5 miles to Sheffield Mine for gem mining enthusiasts.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$75/night (2 night min)
Rates do not include tax or $30 Cleaning Fee
$30/pet Refundable Deposit
$100 Damage/Reservation refundable deposit required within four (4)
days of booking the reservation.
Minimum of 10 days notice for cancellations for refundable deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Smokey Mountain Getaway
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Franklin
We chose this location because of the mountain views, great weather, beautiful scenery, and friendly people.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
At times our cabin is literally "in the clouds". We have been able to take some great photos!
Owner's Map of Franklin
My Husband and I live in central Florida and were looking for a vacation home within a days drive. We wanted someplace with outdoor activities, seasonal changes and beautiful scenery. The mountains of Western North Carolina offer all of that. We feel so fortunate to have found this comfortable rustic cabin. It is the perfect place for a cozy relaxing getaway.
Property Photos
- Cabin in spring - Franklin Vacation Cabin; Close to Gem Mines, Hiking, Fishing & Kayaking
- Living room with Franklin stove - Franklin Vacation Cabin; Close to Gem Mines, Hiking, Fishing & Kayaking
- Dining Area - Franklin Vacation Cabin; Close to Gem Mines, Hiking, Fishing & Kayaking
- Kitchen
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- screened porch
- NC sky and Bench Mountain
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