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Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub

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Fire pit evenings at Red Cedar Cabin are made for connection, cool mountain air, cozy blankets, and moments you will always remember.
5-person tub with 2 loungers to complete your luxury experience! Unwind in the Mountains 🏔️ Soak your cares away in our brand-new Caldera hot tub! Perfect for up to 5 guests, with 2 luxurious loungers and stunning mountain views. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee or stargazing at night, it’s the ultimate cabin retreat upgrade. ✨
Experience luxury with a private deck, ideal for stargazing and enjoying peaceful evenings outdoors.
Game Room: Dive into fun with vintage decor, billiards, darts, fireplace and a vibrant, playful vibe!
Escape to our romantic mountain cabin, where real mattresses, luxurious bedding, and breathtaking silence create the perfect setting for intimate relaxation and connection.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Tessentee Bottomland Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, The Factory
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub

Escape to Red Cedar Cabin, a luxury Smoky Mountains retreat perfect for small or large groups. This fully remodeled 3BR/3BA cabin blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Enjoy a game room with pool table, 75” HDTV, BBQ grill, washer/dryer, and record player. Relax in the 5-person hot tub, gather around the fire pit, and take in stunning mountain views from the wraparound deck. Just minutes to Highlands, Bryson City, Cherokee, and the Smoky Mountains National Park.

We are committed to providing our guests with the privacy they desire for a relaxing vacation. We will not be present on the property during your stay. However, we are readily available and responsive via the booking platform's messaging system should you have any questions or require assistance during your visit.




Where you’ll be
* Neighborhood Highlights:

Red Cedar Cabin is nestled in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood known for its excellent walking areas. Whether you’re exploring the nearby trails or venturing out to local dining spots, everything is within easy reach.

Nearby Hot Spots:

* Kountry Kitchen (10 Mins)
* Sakura (12 minutes) Best Sushi in Town!
* Boots Steakhouse (12 Mins)
* Juanitos (14 Mins) Best Mexican restaurant in town!
* Caffe’ Rel French Bistro (15 Mins)

Getting around
While most guests drive to the cabin, its central location provides easy access to major highways and nearby towns like Franklin and Maggie Valley. Ample parking is available for guests on-site.

🚂 10 mins to Polar Express / Bryson City Depot

💦 Close to waterfalls & scenic hiking trails

🚣 Minutes from whitewater rafting & tubing

🏞 Easy access to Franklin, Highlands, and Asheville


Guests will have full and private access to the entire cabin and its grounds. This includes all three bedrooms, three bathrooms, the living area, kitchen, game room, wraparound deck, hot tub, and fire pit area. Check-in is simple and convenient with our secure keypad entry system, allowing for flexible arrival times without the need for an in-person key exchange.

Welcome to The Red Cedar Cabin, a fully remodeled luxury retreat where rustic charm meets modern elegance. Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, this spacious cabin is your perfect basecamp for family adventure, group getaways, and serene relaxation.

Step inside and discover a stylish, rustic-modern aesthetic with high, wood-paneled ceilings and all-new furnishings. The open-concept living area invites you to unwind with plush seating, a cozy fireplace, and a Smart TV. Prepare memorable meals in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, and enjoy them at the dining table or on the wraparound deck.

KEY FEATURES:

* Sleeping Arrangements: This home comfortably accommodates your group across 3 thoughtfully designed bedrooms. Enjoy a spacious King suite, a second bedroom with two cozy Queen beds, and a third bedroom with three Twin beds (including a hidden trundle)—perfect for kids or extra guests all with luxury bedding.
* Bathrooms: 3 full bathrooms provide ample space for everyone.
* Game Room: A dedicated entertainment space with a pool table, dart board and darts, a comfortable lounge area, and a gas fireplace.
* Outdoor Living: A spacious wraparound deck with al fresco dining space, an outdoor fire pit for evenings under the stars, and beautiful mountain views.
* Private Hot Tub: Relax and unwind in the private, luxury 5-person hot tub featuring two loungers.
* Family-Friendly Amenities: A high chair, Pack 'n Play, and children's dinnerware are available for your convenience.
* Dedicated Workspace: A designated desk area and Wi-Fi make it easy to work remotely.
* Comfort & Convenience: The cabin is equipped with central heat and A/C for year-round comfort.

Perfect for family adventures or group getaways, with top destinations nearby:

Highlands – 10 mins
Cherokee – 25 mins
Smoky Mountains National Park – 10 miles
Sapphire – 40 miles
Cashiers – 33 miles
Bryson City – 39 miles

Pre-Arrival Form: For your security and to ensure a smooth check-in, you will be required to complete a pre-arrival form and agree to our rental conditions prior to your stay.

Exterior Security: For your safety, security cameras are located on the exterior of the property and monitor outdoor areas.

Hot Tub Usage: Please use the hot tub responsibly. An additional cleaning fee of $150 will be charged if the hot tub is left excessively dirty, misused, or contaminated in a way that requires it to be drained and professionally deep cleaned.

Strict Pet Policy Enforcement: For the health and safety of all our guests, and to comply with regulations, we maintain a strict no-pet policy. This includes emotional support and service animals for tenants. In the event a guest brings a pet, a non-refundable fee of $750 per pet will be charged to the credit card on file, in addition to any charges for stains or damages.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
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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
No smoking. No animals. No parties.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The Factory and Franklin Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Tessentee Bottomland Preserve - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Prentiss Bridge Stream Access - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
  • The Factory - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Andy's Trout Farm - 19 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Redneck Romeo’s - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Las Barricas - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub on 5 Jun 2026 start from £174, 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 at Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Near Highlands Luxury Mountain Escape with Hot Tub located?

This family-friendly Franklin cabin is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental- Extremely clean, well stocked with anything you could need and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and charming cabin that was perfect for our family. There were many small things the owner did or made available that made the stay very comfortable and welcoming. We definitely enjoyed our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Red cedar canin

Everything was just perfect. Just what my husband and I needed. We enjoyed the hot tub, the pool table and the fire pit! One of the best rentals we have stayed in! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle S.

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

Great stay

House was well kept and in a great location for our trip. Maria was very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Dear Annabelle, I want to share with the world! your review.. I understand you weren’t able to do! We appreciate your words! and look forward to having you again! Thank you! “ Hi Maria, Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed the cabin. It did cool down (as you promised!) and the rest of the time the weather was great. We spent a lot of time on the porch and everyone enjoyed the smores. The beds were so comfortable and I slept like a rock. The review was done hastily and of course there is no way to modify it, but we did want to let you know how well the property worked for our family weekend. Annabelle”
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany F.

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

Perfect for our large family

This house was perfect! Beds were comfortable and linens were nice. It was a perfect location for us because we were visiting family. The waterfalls were beautiful! We picked a terrible time to go because nothing was opened yet (early March), but that was no fault of the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter W.

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

Family gathering

Beautiful home with a lot of tasteful touches. Great location for family adventures and wonderful dinning choices. Best was outdoor deck for family get togethers. The down stairs not only had lots of things to do, but afforded privacy to adult family members. .Look forward to booking another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melinda m.

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

Mountain Getaway

The home was clean and beautiful just as was shown in pics. It was equipped with everything we needed! It was spacious and the game room was so fun! We enjoyed the pool table and dart games. We also enjoyed the fire pit and store supplies! It was a wonderful space for our family with plenty of space, 3 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 living spaces, a large deck…. It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine G.

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

Very pleasant

This place is very pleasant on the inside, and the outside, the mountains, is gorgeous of course. The pool table is very nice, my kids were surprised a rental would keep guests use such a nice one. 😁 We had a hard time finding any place at all to charge our electric car, FYI.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suneeti D.

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

Lovely place in the woods

We had a wonderful stay. Maria, the host, was always reachable and very accommodating in our time of trouble when we had to extend our stay. Good amenities. We all enjoyed our stay. The woods surrounding the house are beautiful . We spotted a couple of deer and even a skunk nearby. The house was somehow always very cold whatever temp we set it to but other than that we had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

October

Nice house, quiet and peaceful. I think the price is a bit high for where its located. A bit far out there. We've stayed at another equally nice house closer to Franklin for half the price but was not available for our days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2023
If you are cheap of course there is many cheaper options and even a 2 ⭐️ ⭐️ hotel near Franklin. My house is up in the mountain, my guests want the quiet and peaceful environment. We are only 15 minutes to Highlands and 15 minutes from the center of Franklin, next time get a motel near the center to fit your needs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betty m.

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

Exceeded expectations!

Red Cedar cabin is fantastic. You will not regret renting it. Appears to be brand new with great kitchen and bathrooms. Wonderful deck! Big windows with private views. Comfortable beds. Within easy driving distance are multiple hiking trails, fishing streams, and beautiful mountain drives. Tucked away from the main town of Franklin but 10 minutes away if you want the shops, restaurants and groceries. We are already thinking about when we could come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you Betty! We look forward to having you guys again❤️!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Perfect location, very private!

We loved this location, and will be definitely come back again! The house was clean, the location was private, but close enough to the main road. We took a walk one morning, and the scenery was beautiful! The only negative to the weekend was having to drive the trash to the recycling center at the end of our stay. We didn't have much room in our car with all of our bags in the back - so that was a little difficult. Would love for that to have been covered in the cleaning fee. Overall, it was the perfect place to get away for our family of 4!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2020
Hi Melissa, Thank you for your review, unfortunately the trash can’t be left at the property because it will attract bears, raccoons and other animals, so it is agains the law. The cleaners can’t take it with them specifically now with Covid per CDC guidelines. I am glad you enjoyed everything else.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ava W.

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

Family gathering

Pros: property was clean, beautiful, comfortable!! Cons: This was a family trip for a retirement celebration. When I booked the trip I booked based on who was in my party. My niece decided to stay with us, last minute. I was billed an additional $50, which was no problem. My complaint with the owner was being called a liar about the (1) additional guess and her overall tone. I felt she was very unprofessional. There is always a way to say something without being rude!! Only other concern was the water filter needed to be changed as the water was discolored and there appeared to be a place on the rug in the lower level room that looked like vomit. My other family members stayed at a cabin in which they were provided an outside trash can but with this property you have to transport your garbage approximately 2 miles to the recycle site
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2021
Unfortunately this guest got upset when caught in a lie. I asked before checking in if there were more people coming to the family trip to adjust the fee accordingly, but they never wrote back adding their niece, when they got billed the extra $25 per night, which they haven’t even paid yet.. they threatened us with a bad review, SAD! Really SAD!! Garbage can’t be left in the house because the bears will try to get to it, so we need to take it to the recycle center. Not even sure what water filter are they are referring to.. the water comes from the mountains and is as pure as it can be. We will not want them back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Beautiful home among the trees.

Great experience renting this home. Everything was accurately described and thoroughly cleaned upon arrival. Beautiful setting among the trees. Hope to rent again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

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

Spring Break local family

Beautiful, clean, and very user friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Annual Mountain Trip.

We are a group made up of sisters, nieces and a few friends. We decided on Highlands. The house was perfect. For our group. Everything in the VRBO was just as stated and we loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Perfect getaway

The property was clean, well maintained and perfectly placed in an area that was at the end of the road. Therefore, made it feel exclusive, yet was very accessible to scenic heights, waterfalls & groceries! Has everything you need to make wonderful memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Awesome!

This home was perfect for our family! Everything was so nice & neat, decorated beautifully & it had anything you need. Beds were very comfortable even had UGG blankets. I’m sure we will be coming back!! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley N.

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

Awesome!

Awesome cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
STAY AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!This is a nice home but it needs repair from the rotten board on the porch. The owner will try to blame damages on you to get you to pay for them. We stayed there and the owner is trying to blame us for an already damaged wall around a dart board that has hundreds of holes.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

A True Joy

What a beautiful home. It had everything. Spotless upon arrival. Open floor plan allowed us to enjoy the outlay of the home. Night after night we would sit on the porch and re-hash the days events of motorcycling. The location is outstanding. A true joy to stay in such a great place. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

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

Beautiful property, only a few miles from downtown Franklin

Beautiful, emaculate, comfortable beds, all linens furnished. Well equipped cabin. Great communication with owner. Only issue was getting up the gravel road there but I think it was our tires. We had to get running start from paved road to get up a small hill. We would stay there again and highly recommend it to others. Sleeps 9 comfortably. But we only had 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

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

Wonderful

We LOVE the NC Mountains. This house was perfect. Close to food, shopping and Waterfalls. We rented a boat on lake Glenville. We enjoyed the thunderstorms. We played pool and darts. In a short amount of time we accomplished a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Great Home

We had a great time in this home everything is updated and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

melissa b.

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

Wonderful house

The house exceeded our expectations. The house was very clean and great location. Lots of things to do in the area. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by MARIA CRESPO

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My husband and I have 2 wonderful teenagers and we love to travel and meet new people! I am also a FULL time Realtor so if you are looking to relocate to our sunny Florida it would be my pleasure to help you! We bought our dream Cabin in the Mountains "Red Cedar Cabin" in Beautiful Franklin, NC and our Condos in the Beach "Your Hidden Private Gem "La Playa Azul" and "Lovers Den" in Saint Petersburg, Florida for our family because we LOVE the Beach, the Mountains and the Outdoors and valued family time very very much! Recently bought in Our Hometown in Cuenca - Ecuador and we can’t wait to share our Beautiful Country with the world! Cozy Alpaca is awaiting for you ♥️ The Condos are so great for many reasons, but the Main is the Privacy that you have of Having your OWN private Beach! and not having to leave for ANYTHING! Our cabin gives you the Best that North Carolina has to offer being super close to Ashville, Georgia and Tennessee. We would love to share our happiness of wonderful vacation homes with others

Why they chose this property

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING!!! You can choose how to spend your day on many ways! Ski, Horseback Riding, Canopi, Tubing, Kayaks, Sightseeing, Go to the Movies, Shopping.. amongst many many other things!

Languages:

English, Spanish
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