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Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin.

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Welcome to Sunsets in the Smokies
Spectacular long range views of the Smoky Mountains in the fall and winter….
Beautiful foliage in the spring and summer. You feel like you’re in a treehouse.
Gorgeous fall foliage with long range Mountain View peaking through the trees.
Secluded, not remote, peaceful and private cabin in the woods.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rose Creek Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Cardinal Gem Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Big Bear Den

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Treehouse Escape

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin.

Sunset in The Smokies is a cozy yet spacious home with a beautiful view. Open floor plan with 2 perfectly appointed master suites and lots of natural light throughout .
Enjoy the sunsets and mountain breeze on the wrap around deck with fire pit dining and sip your tea or coffee on the screened in porch in the front of the house.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No child/baby proofing in place. Please supervise.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Small dogs considered for a fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors only No smoking on front porch

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No trailers or RVs allowed . The road is too steep with a hair pin turn into the driveway .

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin.?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin. on 8 Jun 2026 start from £94, 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 Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunsets in the Smokies. Secluded but not remote. 10 minutes north of Franklin. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Old Cardinal Gem Mine and Mason Mountain Mine. Rose Creek Mine is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay .Very accommodating host easy to reach always answers right away
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, well cared for, private and well furnished. We felt welcomed and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, comfortable, well equipped and a great easy to use gas fireplace. We wanted a relaxing getaway time to relax and get rested after practicing for months to sing for Christmas programs. Our host was so responsive when I had questions and I appreciate that. The main word is PERFECT for the cabin and whole experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Perfect Getaway

My son and I really enjoyed your home- everything about it was just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, great location. Unfortunately I became seriously ill and had to return home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was incredible! Everything was clean and comfortable. The first thing we did when we got in was to play some of the board games available and sit at the fire table on the patio. We ordered in from a local BBQ place (Haywood's) and that was delicious. Thank you to hosts for providing such a great cabin, we definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property. Designed perfectly for two couples with two master suites on opposite sides of the cabin. Nice views from the deck and seeing deer was a nice extra
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! Everything you can think of was provided. Friendly town, beautiful scenery. We saw deer in the yard almost every day!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we spend a week in Franklin area every year, found the location to be very convenient. Kitchen was well stocked. GPS directions were awful but owner directions were great. Very nice to have trash collection site so close. very enjoyable trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very nice and explained the check-in/out procedures and responded in a timely manner. (I should have written the instructions down because I didn't have cell service there and couldn't access my account, but I could on another member of our parties phone.) Everything was clean and the house had everything you needed. Very comfortable living room and the beds were comfortable. Loved the location.
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The Biltmore
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Great stay!

It was clean and had beautiful views! So much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joey t.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Property was perfectly located with great views of the mountains and the wildlife. Had an amazing trip with an outstanding place. Hope to rent this again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie H.

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

Beautiful private stay

We loved the treehouse feel! The whole house was clean and beautiful. The location was very private and peaceful. It was just what we wanted and we would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Beautiful, cozy & secluded

This home was very cozy and located in a beautiful secluded spot. It was easy to get to and not to far from restaurants and shopping. We very much enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place with small detailed touches to make our experience a pleasure.Totally want to return! I cannot complain about anything! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fireplace came in handy. Warmed the main room quickly, nice ambiance. No surprises.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

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

Beautiful view

Peaceful and beautiful property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GUY A.

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

NICE MOUNTAIN HOME GREAT LAYOUT IT HAD EVERYTHING NICE AND QUIET AND CLOSE TO TOWN

BEAUTIFUL HOME, NICE AND CLEAN,LOVED THE KITCHEN HAD EVERYTHING,SEEN LOTS OF WILDLIFE DEER,HUMMINGBIRDS ETC,WILL COME AGAIN NEXT SUMMER THANK YOU.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy W.

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

Our new Favorite place

On our first morning we had 2 deer in the drive way and we knew our stay was going to be great, The place is perfect and Rhonda is a great host, The sunsets from the back deck were very nice. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Excellent vacation home

Everything was excellent. The Home was wonderful. Communication with Rhonda was outstanding. Very nice getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

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

Amazing Space

This stay was memorable. The space was beautiful and well appointed. We love the entire experience.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Summer Vacay

We stayed in Sunset in the Smokey's for a week and really enjoyed the stay. The property was pretty and the house was comfortable. Felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Christmas with the grandkids

Beautiful house. Well equipped. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

iani g.

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

Bussin FRFR NO CAP

Gives the illusion of seclusion while being very close to town. The tiled shower was noice boi. My but has never been so clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rhonda

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Hi ! We are Rhonda & Dan 👧🏼👨🏼
Thank you for checking out our little slice of heaven in The Smokies!
My husband Dan, was born in Daytona Beach, one of the few natives of Florida! He has
been known to be called “Florida Cracker”
I grew up in Iowa, no, not Ohio or Idaho… Iowa, that wonderful state that is in the heart of and the good ole USA . The corn 🌽 state !
I came to Florida when I was 18 and have been here ever since.
We have 3 grown daughters and 4 amazing granddaughters !! They all keep us busy !
We love traveling, boating, hiking and camping just to name a few 😉
We bought the cabin in Franklin in 2020 after Covid because we weren’t sure what was going to happen with our jobs, etc.
For the past 20 plus years we have always traveled to Franklin and the surrounding area. We knew eventually we wanted to retire there. We were premature in purchasing our “retirement home” because we weren’t retired yet 😆 so we decided to share our home and all the beauty and serenity it provides .
We have been hosting since 2013. We moved from the West coast of Florida to the East coast to be near family and used our previous home as an air bnb as well.
We love sharing our cabin and all it has to offer. We love hearing all the wonderful stories from our guests of their adventures and memories made while staying here!
Glad you stopped by and we hope to share our beautiful cabin with you and your family !

Why they chose this property

To be honest …. It was 2020, we were in Florida and the housing market was just beginning to go crazy. We bought the cabin sight unseen 😬
Boy were we blown away when we finally got up here to see it! The drive to the cabin alone was spectacular!! We fell in love immediately when we saw it. ❤️ So much better than we even imagined. It is so peaceful. Secluded but not remote. Our neighbors are wonderful however each home is separated by at least 2-3 acres.
We love sitting on the front porch and watching the families of deer grazing in our yard.
Our favorite has to be sitting on the back deck and watching the sunset in the evenings.
Sitting on the front porch watching the moon rise is a close second. 😊

What makes this property unique

Our cabin is unique in several ways….the windows! The beautiful light that filters in through the day and into nighttime.
When you are in the cabin you feel like you’re in a big treehouse . Its breathtaking!
You can watch the moonrise in the front window and the sunset in the back without even going outside!
The location is perfect, 10 minutes from downtown Franklin, less than an hour away from the beautiful Nantahala River and just over an hour from the gorgeous “wild and scenic” Chattooga River.

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