This romantic retreat on the river's edge will have you swooning for your love and wanting to stay longer. With views of the lower gorge and the Cullasaja river whitewater rapids as your playground, the open floor plan and abundant windows bring the outdoors in and make you feel as if you are in a tree house. Fall in love all over again in this 1940's Tobacco Barn nestled in a picturesque valley at higher elevations.

Originally a 1940's tobacco barn, this spacious house has been skillfully and lovingly turned into a unique and wonderful home on the Cullasaja River. The water runs quickly here but also features some slower shallow swirls. If no one is booked next door, you have access to a great swim hole and your own personal tube run should you wish.
At the edge of the Nantahala National Forest and along a Scenic Byway and a Hatchery Supported River you will find some of the best trout fishing in the county. You might be the next one to catch the next large trout! Or, you could just enjoy a glass on wine while sitting on the river's bank in beautiful Adirondack chairs or in a 2 person steaming claw-foot bathtub outside.
This property has it all! Check out our guest access. You're never going to want to leave.

Home comes equipped with just about anything you can think of other than a dishwasher. The Barn is a maximum 4 adult 2 children listing. If more than 4 adults are being requested, please ask about my adjacent property Tiny House River Adeventure that can accomodate another additional 2 adults.
The great outdoors is in your back yard.

Perfect for romantic couple or 2 couples as the cabin has 2 Master King Suites. Downstairs is the perfect suite for families with small children as it has the additional queen bed and sofa bed/couch and adjacent 3rd bedroom with its twin trundle day bed.
family. This listing is for a max of 4 adults, 2 children. More than 4 adults requires permission and booking of the adjacent Tiny House to accommodate.

Ideal for a couples romantic retreat, family vacation, business travelers or adventure seekers. Ideal for a couple or 2 couples or a small family.
Quiet and away from the main road noise that other homes may experience, Yet quick and easy paved access back to the main road.

Guests have access to entire 2200+/-sq ft vacation home.

AMENITIES
Includes all the amenities expected
As well as:
Excellent cell service for Verizon and AT&T customers. Some Sprint coverage
Phone Landline (free local and long distance)
Wifi 2G and 5G
Smart TV
Air Conditioning. Electric Heat
Hot Water on Demand (Tankless)
Wood floors upstairs (soft pine so no high heals or boots please) No coolers or luggage rolled across floors
Gas Log Fireplace Upstairs
Gas Furnace downstairs along with Radiant Heated Concrete Floors
Gourmet Kitchen with everything you might need upstairs with high-end SS Gas Range and microwave
Multiple Keurig coffee makers/bean grinder in addition to other coffee makers, crockpots, fish rack (for the trout you catch!) George Foreman grill, ice cream makers, waffle maker, blender, mixer and other various specialty items.
All the items needed to set a beautiful holiday table or a family-style picnic on an xlarge zinc-top table located on the spacious back porch deck or 4 to 6 seating table downstairs inside.
Hammock and Lounges to relax afterwards (all outside chairs must stay outside or on the porch so as not to damage floors please)
9 Adirondack Chairs downstairs, on the river's edge, near grill or around firepit provide multiple spots to enjoy various views and experiences.
2 Person Clawfoot Soaking Tub Outside on River Bank
Lg. Propane Stainless Steel Grill ( lg. charcoal grill avail. upon request)
Firepit at Rivers' Edge
Your own private field of rising fireflies once dark falls every summer night is magical!
3 TVs with Direct TV / premium packages including all the Sports and Football Channels. Wifi. TV room for Netflix and Amazon Prime or Directv...
All New Furnishings including beds, luxury bedding, towels, rugs etc.
King Sleep-Number Bed upstairs
Vera Wang King Mattress downstairs
Serta Queen downstairs
All Bedding and Pillows protected with hypoallergenic sacks and pillowcasings.
High (600-1500) Thread-count Egyptian Cotton White Sheet sets
Faux Down Pillows in various sizes and loft
Large White Bath Towels and seperate River Beach Towels (please do not use the white towels outside)
Washer and Dryer
Comfy Kids Leather Trundle Daybed in TV Room sleeps 2 on twin mattresses or serves as an oversized couch for watching movies.
If more than 4 adults or more than a total of 6 guests Must have prior approval and additional fees will apply if approved. Host discretion on numbers and fee.
Coffee Bars/Mini Kitchen downstairs
Wine Fridge downstairs
Table downstairs seats 6 with extension
Table upstairs seats 8 (both have big river views)
Lots of Windows and Views
Both upstairs and downstairs are equally Spectacular Spaces to sleep and perfect for Two Couples who want their own spaces.
Elderly accessible downstairs suite
Quiet Location away from Road
Easy access in Winter via paved driveway shared with local permanent residents.
Easy access to low profile sports cars or motorcycles.

Luxury Victorian Train Car/Tiny House River Adventure adjacent property and available for joint reservations if needed.

So many hiking trails, waterfalls and activities including zip-lining, golf courses, spas, river rafting, tubing, snowskiing, swimming, fly fishing, best trout fishing, world-class shopping, five star restaurants, ice skating, gem hunting, museums, art shops and craft classes to keep even the most active entertained.

Cullasaja Falls 1.1 mile up the road. Bust Your Butt Falls, Bridal Falls and Dry Falls all within 3 to 7 miles from your place for added family fun. Great Hiking Trails and shops nearby. World Class Shopping, Spas, Golf and Restaurants along with Old Edwards Inn and Wolfgang Puks just up the road in mainstreet area.
Maps and brochures provided at The Barn for use in finding your adventures.

This 1940's Tobacco Barn/Home sits within a picturesque valley at higher elevations and just below the Cullasaja Falls, Gorge, and Nantahalla National Forest. Located on the edge of the whitewater Cullasaja River, The Barn has views of mountains, river or gorge from just about every window. This magical spot truly is special and unique and will leave you wishing you were staying longer.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the rushing river while sipping wine in the outdoor claw foot tub at rivers edge. Fish for several variety of trout. Relax with a good book in a hammock on the back porch above the river. And gaze at the brilliant stars and moon thru the four windows above your plush sleep number king bed at night.
Perfect for a romantic getaway or family and friends time and located between Highlands and Franklin, the Barn is easy access to just about anything you could want.
Some of the many activities in and around Highlands include: Nantahala National Forest and Scenic Touring, Waterfalls, Hiking, Golfing, Spas, World Class Shopping and Eating, Wine Events, Galleries and Museums, Gardens, Boating, Ziplining, Horseback Riding, Fly Fishing and Guides, Gem Mining, Antiquing, Breweries, Skiing, and a multitude of events and festivals always being presented by local chambers.