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Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Tessentee Bottomland Preserve
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Andy's Trout Farm
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Loft

2 Single Beds

Lower level bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Primary 1

1 King Bed

Primary 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands

Escape to the heart of the Smoky Mountains in this spacious and serene 3-bedroom, 3-bath cabin nestled just minutes from the Nantahala National Forest. Perfectly positioned between Franklin, Highlands, and the Georgia state line, this private mountain getaway offers the best of peaceful seclusion with easy access to nearby towns and adventures. he warmth of a large open-concept living space, perfect for gathering with family and friends. Kids will love the cozy loft area with two twin beds and views overlooking a charming, trickling waterfall just outside. Whether you're sipping coffee on the porch, hiking nearby trails, or exploring the scenic beauty of Western North Carolina, this cabin is the perfect home base.

What You’ll Love:

3 spacious bedrooms + kids loft (2 twin beds)
3 full bathrooms
Peaceful waterfall view
Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi—great for remote work or streaming
Fully stocked kitchen with coffee and starter amenities
Outdoor firepit for cozy nights under the stars
Surrounded by forest and wildlife
Short drive to Franklin, Highlands, and the Georgia border
Whether you're stargazing by the fire, enjoying morning coffee on the deck, or hitting the nearby trails, this mountain cabin has everything you need to relax, reconnect, and recharge.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please no dirty shoes on the carpet bedrooms

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 the waterfront. Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Tessentee Bottomland Preserve - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Prentiss Bridge Stream Access - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Andy's Trout Farm - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 24 min drive - 23.3 km
  • The Factory - 24 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪On The Verandah - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Highlands Supper Club - ‬40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Prentiss Bridge Stream Access. Andy's Trout Farm and Whistle Stop Mall are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, very clean and welcoming. Very secluded and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful location, such an amazing house and the peacefulness of the babbling brook accentuated the morning tea. I enjoyed my stay here very much and it made being a part of my brother’s wedding a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Host responded quickly to questions. An out of the way hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie A.

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

Weekend getaway

Went for a quick weekend getaway to the mountains with the family and dogs. The Cabin was clean and very roomy. The surrounding area was beautiful and quiet. We had fun hiking and admiring waterfalls.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Labor Day 2024

Had a great time with family. The cabin was absolutely beautiful. We loved the hummingbirds, kids loved making smores at the bonfire pit. I would 100% recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Wonderful Sounds of Waterfall

I met my three sons and granddaughters for our fsmilly get-together. The granddaughters headed up to the loft a found toys and games to play with.They had a great time and wanted to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

Our Mom’s 99th Birthday

The accommodations were great. The property was beautiful. The waterfall was beautiful also. My grandchildren enjoyed the games provided. We were in Franklin for my mother’s 99th birthday. Although we would have liked to be closer to Franklin, we were very comfortable in the house. Plenty of room for the family that stayed with us. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property with a great location for seclusion and quiet and hearing the waterfall sounds outside the front door makes it perfect. The home was spacious and had enough room for everybody and the dog. The kitchen was adequate for folks like us that cook but could have been better, but we managed. Overall the place needs a few updates, little maintenance here and there, the parking/driveway was sketch at first but we also managed that as well (tight and curvy - the small cars did better than my truck) but overall we had a great stay. Takes a while to get to town but there is so much to do all around we would spend days out and about, this place was wonderful to come "home" to after a busy day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Peace and quiet!

The property where this cabin is located is very peaceful and relaxing. Siting outside and listening to the water restores the soul. The furniture is very comfortable and the kitchen has what is needed for basic cooking. We had no cell service, but the internet was strong enough for calls and streaming Netflix. The owners are very responsive to any questions or recommendations you may need. We really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nina

The light fixture were dirty the ceiling fan in bedroom only worked with light on and fan was very caked with dust dining room light very dusty small cobwebs in cabinets whatever cleaning service they have did not do a good deep cleaning decor was amazing though
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Harold P.

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

Great out of the way place

Loved the location even though the driveway was not built for a 4 door long bed truck lol. Over all the house was great, that being said the downstairs room is unfinished (half finished flooring and no furniture) with little to no wifi connectivity. Better internet services for TV streaming and the finishing of that one room and I'd give this house perfect marks. Loved the toy and game selections for the kids, beds were super comfortable, good selection of cooking utensils and grill. Beautiful deck and view of the water fall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Thanks Harold- This our dream home to move to one day. As you can see the unfinished room in the basement is not part of the advertisement. We are working on making it a game room. The driveway is not built extra long trucks to manage easily but it’s do able. The WiFi is best as possible in the mountains. Thank you for coming! Looking forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chenyi Z.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Taylor

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We absolutely love our dogs and the mountains. That’s why we put all our love and money into our cabin to share it with other good people with similar loves in life. I am a physical therapist, yoga teacher, my husband works construction. We have 2 beautiful children and dogs. We both lived in various areas of the country. What sets us apart is the love we put into our home.

Why they chose this property

We choose this small loop because we don’t get anyone driving by or noise pollution. We listen to water fall at night and have coffee on the back porch in the morning is priceless.

We have 2 amazing towns with plenty to eat, drink, and have fun doing.

What makes this property unique

We have a small river and waterfall in the backyard. Grilling burgers and looking out there is amazing. The cabin has lots of games and hidden gems to explore.

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