Vacation rentals in Macon County

HideInnSeek | Bird Nest Treehouse 2 mi to Main St.

Newly Built (March 2025). Escape to luxury at the Bird Nest Treehouse brought to you by the biophilic hospitality brand 'Hide Inn Seek'. Recently named "The Most Spectacular Hidden Treehouse in the USA" by ultra luxury travel writer Jeremy Austin. This treehouse boasts a private spa experience complete with sauna, hot tub & outdoor shower nestled in seclusion of the rhododendron forest. Located in Highlands NC, just 5 minutes from main street. Check out our sister property-- Hillside Treehouse

Amenities · Cleanliness · Hospitality

BEST Mountain view in Franklin! *New Tiny!*

18 private acres with the BEST VIEW in Franklin. Enjoy the best hiking, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, gem mining, festivals, farm to table restaurants & more! About 10 minutes to the Bartram Trailhead, the AT, and downtown Franklin. Enjoy the privacy of the mountains AND all the modern conveniences. This beautiful tiny boasts 180 degree view of the Smokey Mountains. Come stay & live your best life! Fast wifi, 2 Roku TVs, W/D, full kitchen, bbq grill, spacious deck, and fire pit. Must have 4WD/AWD.

Mountain Air Cabin

Adorable & freshly renovated cabin located in a private wooded community between Highlands and Franklin in the Nantahala National Forest. Our light & airy cabin is nestled on almost 4 acres of woodsy, mountainous terrain and is private and picturesque, yet still convenient to town. We love relaxing on the front porch, surrounded by nature and enjoying the sounds of the streams & views of the mountains. It is a peaceful cabin to relax & enjoy the cool breezes and scenery of the Smoky Mountains.

Little Bear Creek Franklin/Highlands Smoky Mtns.

Bring the whole family including your pets to relax and enjoy this private 1+ acre wooded oasis. Relax in the hot tub or splash in the creek knowing you are just minutes away from the waterfalls, scenic drives, gem hunting, hiking trails, quaint small towns, renowned restaurants and many other adventurous outdoor activities that make Western North Carolina! LBC is located just ten minutes from Franklin and twenty minutes from Highlands on easily accessible paved and beautiful scenic roads.

Hot tub · Cleanliness · Hospitality

Mill Creek Cottage, whole house 0 cleaning fee

CLICK ON"SHOW MORE"for details about pricing.Based on one bedroom being used. 2nd bedroom is locked unless you tell me at booking you need it. Extra fee.Don't let the price fool you.Check reviews. Cleaning fee of $50 only if there is a mess. No pets, no parties.(6 person limit on property.Two temporary guests above 4 who stay) NO SMOKING ON PROPERTY! 2 bed2 bath 2 level (main&unfinished basement.DG Market 1 mile away.2nd bath in unfinished basement. Fireplaces.Clawfoot tub, laundry. Firepit.

The WCU “View Apt” king beds, hot tub, patio toys!

This is our 2nd Airbnb at our same mountain top location overlooking Western Carolina University and Cullowhee NC. Listed as being in the top 1% of All Airbnb based on customer satisfaction. The apartment is a 1965 square foot 2-bedroom with a king-size bed in each bedroom. A full kitchen, a very large living dining kitchen area, a private patio, a gas log fireplace, huge TVs, and a jaw-dropping view of WCU and Cullowhee NC and yes a killer hot tub to soak in the view. The best of everything!

Cozy Creekside Cabin

Welcome to our cozy creekside cabin! Set on 3/4 of an acre, in a neighborhood setting, surrounded by beautiful trees and a small creek you can listen to while enjoying your morning coffee on the covered deck. This well-equipped cabin is only 3 miles to downtown Franklin (8 minute drive). There is also a Walmart just two miles away. Close to many activities including white water rafting, hiking, biking, waterfalls and scenic drives. 30 minutes to Highlands for great shopping & Dry Falls!

Mountain Meadow View Escape

NEWLY RENOVATED! Welcome to our peaceful home with stunning views! The house is located in the quiet mountain neighborhood of Meadow View Estates but only about 10-12 min from the charming downtown of Franklin, North Carolina with plenty of activities to keep you and the family busy. The entire upper level is yours with its own private entrance. Access requires steps. Parking is the only shared space since the lower level has a permanent resident. Welcome to life in the mountains!

Hiker's Haven- 3 Bedroom Home, Downtown Franklin

This 3 bedroom home is in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of town where you can enjoy wonderful restaurants and breweries. Greet the morning enjoying your coffee in the sunroom as you watch the birds, Merle the Squirrel and chipmunks. The huge private deck, nestled in trees, is a lovely place for enjoying a glass of wine as the sun sets. Enjoy the flagstone fire pit in the backyard. Get some rest so you can hit the trails refreshed.

Comfort · Decor · Cleanliness

Creekside log cabin near Lake Chatuge & Blue Ridge

Escape to Compass Creek Cabin, a beautiful creekfront log cabin nestled in a national forest. This private retreat offers a wood-burning stove, a wraparound porch, and a creekside firepit. Fall asleep to the sound of the rushing creek and enjoy hiking, fishing, and total relaxation. Just minutes from Hayesville, NC, and Hiawassee, GA, and Lake Chatuge, it's the ultimate mountain getaway for families, friends, and couples seeking adventure and serenity.

Barndominium in the Nantahala National Forest

This newly built mountain home is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood bordering the Nantahala National Forest but just a ten-minute drive from downtown Franklin. Enjoy slow mornings on the wrap around deck while you take in the beautiful mountain views. Spend your days hiking, biking or fly fishing the numerous nearby trails and rivers. Then wrap up a perfect ending to your day in the hot tub or around a crackling fire watching the sunset.

Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock

Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.