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The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC

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The River Joy
Outdoor Furniture overlooking the River
Outdoor Furniture/ Patio
Entrance to River/ Fishing
Beautiful Swing overlooking the River.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheffield Mine
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Cardinal Gem Mine
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC

Amazing 2 bed/2 bath Riverfront Cabin with Sparkling River Views and access to the Little Tennessee River. "The River Joy" has so much to offer. New queen beds and a fresh relaxed style. Loaded with everything needed for a great stay. Fish/ swim or kayak from your backyard, stargaze at the firepit or sit awhile on the swing while listening to the river flow by. High Speed Internet available for working on vacation. Centrally located, close to 5 Major Gem mines along with our quaint Downtown Franklin with its Antiques, Breweries and festivals. Come make some memories at this unique cabin. Great spot for families, friends or couples. Easy access. Can sleep up to 6 with queen sofa bed.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Riverfront children need to be supervised.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start a wash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Mason Mountain Mine - 5 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Sheffield Mine - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Old Cardinal Gem Mine - 6 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 13 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokyo Japanese-Thai Sushi Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Wesser Riverside Pub - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Two Brothers Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wild Rose Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bend - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC on Apr 27, 2026 start from $179, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River Joy - Amazing Riverfront Cabin in Franklin NC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mason Mountain Mine and Sheffield Mine. Old Cardinal Gem Mine and Rose Creek Mine are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

It was very clean and had all the necessities and things that needed to stay and cook
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent getawY

Had a great time, spent the entire weekend at the cabin. Fishing, grilling, and just sitting in the nice patio downstairs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect setting

Beautiful place. Has everything you need. We got a lot of use out of the fire pit and the patio was our favorite spot to relax and watch the geese. We hope to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and just like it was described. Thank you 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Father's Day get away

Just what we needed,to relax and unwind
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect riverside getaway!

Beautiful setting, very clean home and well stocked kitchen/bath. There were plenty of indoor and outdoor games, bag chairs to sit in, a swing and a really cool covered patio downstairs for relaxing- LOVED IT!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The great escape

Beautiful,clean cabin, well equipped, (loaded)says our teen. Teens are hard to please but this one was!!Thank y'all for that great experience. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAREN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Beautiful little cottage. Clean and comfortable. Ben and Angelina were nice to meet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

29th Anniversary Trip

This place is an absolute gem! The photos do not do it justice as to just how beautiful it actually is. You couldn't possibly get bored here as there is a plethora of activities to engage in.10/10 would stay again and we are already looking to book in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We had family in town for Thanksgiving and needed more room - we actually ended up cooking at this lovely property instead of home because the kitchen we better equipped 😆, the spaces were perfect for visiting, and the view of the river was superb! So many homey touches - couldn't have loved it more.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends getaway

We really enjoyed this cute cabin. 4 adults came to ride motorcycles around the mountians. It was close enough to everything we wanted to see. Parking was a little tight dor our truck and trailer but having 2 professional drivers with us helped.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the River!

Great place for a getaway with the family! We rented the spot because it is close to my Uncle’s house and we had a great time. Includes most anything you could need. My one complaint would be the internet service but we weren’t there to play on our devices anyway! We had so much fun we booked it for another stay! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice!

Quiet along the river. Our second stay. Will be back. Friends first time. They enjoyed it. Needs screen door fixed. Bird flew in bedroom while bringing in luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

This was a short weekend get-away with long-time friends and served our purposes. Kitchen is very well stocked--refreshing from other VRBOs we've stayed at. Beds very comfortable. Front room was warm due to no AC in that area, but if you put the AC down and left bedroom doors open, it cooled pretty quickly. My friend and I enjoyed sitting on the swing facing the river. It's a great place for catching up after dinner or talking about your plans for the day with coffee in the morning. Location is nice -- close to Bryson City and outdoor recreation activities. Neighbors friendly. Road traffic was a bit loud, but not too disruptive. We really only had 3 "complaints". 1. It sleeps 6 and we had 4 adults yet we could not all sit in livingroom to talk because there was only a sofa and one chair in that space. Kitchen table & 4 chairs was not a comfortable option to watch a movie together or just to chat. We adjusted but not ideal for 6 people to sit together to enjoy each other's company. 2. Top and lower deck sitting space was not cleaned up & full of cobwebs. Would have been nice to have that swept & cobweb free to enjoy more time there as we grilled. 3. Cabin is smaller than photos imply, but clean. Tight fit if you have 6. Host was very responsive. Did not use rec area. Instructions to strip our beds & start laundry with sheets & towels left a poor last impression. Don't mind stripping beds, but doing laundry should be covered by cleaning fee.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great river spot !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Belinda Childs

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I have been offering Vacation Rentals in Franklin for over 20 years. I enjoy meeting guests and offering them a little slice of Heaven to unwind and recharge. Hope to see you in the Mountains.

Why they chose this property

Playful Paradise is such a Unique cabin. The Riverfront and all the amenities make it a place that you will not want to leave and cant wait to return. A place where memories are made. Close to gem mines. Fish and swim from the backyard.

What makes this property unique

Riverfront
Games galore
Great Location
Comfy furniture.
Firepit
Swing
Fishing

Languages:

English

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