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River Love ❤@ The Barn *Highlands Trout Fishing
This romantic retreat on the CULLASAJA RIVER will have you swooning for your love and wanting to stay longer. Nestled in a picturesque valley at higher elevations with views of the lower gorge and the Cullasaja river rapids as your playground, the open floor plan and abundant windows feel like treehouse. Romantic is just the beginning as you sleep with views of the moon and stars over your bed in 1 of 2 Master Bedrooms. Or choose the 2nd enormous suite downstairs for more views of the river.

Romantic Mountain Escape with Hot Tub & Great View
Explore the mountains while chasing waterfalls and counting stars ✨ gazing through the skylight at the dome. Catch breathtaking views of the Mountain Scape & Relax listening to the sounds of the creek below 💞. Enjoy the privacy & seclusion while being within minutes to downtown Sylva & Dillsboro, Harrah's Cherokee Casino & The Smoky Mountain Scenic Train Ride 🚂. The National Parks & Blueridge Parkway is within 25 mins while bigger cities like Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge are about an hours drive.

The Bear's Den
Enjoy a private home while exploring the western North Carolina beauty. For more, read on. Here's a review left by my most recent guests: Five stars. Mary went above and beyond to accommodate The cabin is adorable with lots of nice touches, and the outdoors areas are simply amazing. The closet kitchen is well supplied . We actually cooked all but two meals during our week-long stay. The bed is very comfortable. I highly recommend "The Bear's Den" for your stay in the Franklin, NC area.

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.

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 Gem Breeze Hot Tub and $1M Views
Perfect spot to get engaged! 13 proposals in 2025!!! Did someone mention endless million-dollar views! Perfect place to pop the question and we can help with extra decorations! Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally located place. Mountain Gem Breeze @ Whiteside Cliffs is located inside a gated community. The hiking possibilities are endless! A short trip to downtown Cashiers or Highlands makes this central location a dream come true. Less than 5 minutes to Cashiers Sliding Rock!

Magical Loft Apartment at Fernbrook Place
Welcome to your private sanctuary! Cozy loft apartment amidst Diane's Gardens. Private parking & entrance, patio with fire pit. Fully equipped kitchen, separate bedroom, and full bath. Serene ambiance with babbling brook & picturesque pond. Meticulously tended gardens with multiple patios. Unwind with a book, a cup of coffee, or your own thoughts. Reconnect with nature, relax, and revitalize. Imagine cozying up by the crackling fire under the starry sky, savoring moments of tranquility.

Cabin • Million $ Views • Hot Tub • Game Room
Start your next adventure and step into The Franklin Lookout, our picturesque 5-bedroom cabin in the rolling landscape of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains, where you’ll enjoy long range sunset views and amenities for everyone. This kid friendly oasis is located on 4 acres of privacy and stocked with everything you'll need. Our carefully designed mountain retreat is the quintessential outdoor getaway, central to hiking, fishing, the Appalachian Trail, and cute mountain towns.

The Pines - Spring SALE This Weekend!
This lovely, solid log cabin will make you feel right at home! Nestled perfectly in the pine trees, it provides an affordable, quiet and serene getaway perfect for small families and couples. Just a 10 minute drive to historic downtown Franklin and a 20 minute scenic drive to beautiful waterfalls and breathtaking mountain views! This house is truly a home. It reflects warmth and love and we know you will leave feeling relaxed and refreshed and ready to book your next stay!

Appalachian Container Cabin
Stay at one of the most unique and stunning vacation rentals in the Smoky Mountains! The "Appalachian Container Cabin" is a modern tiny home with an unparalleled view overlooking the Appalachian Trail, built out of shipping containers, and was recently featured on the new HGTV/DIY show "Containables". The cabin is located at the end of private road deep within the Nantahala National Forest, but located conveniently between Franklin, North Carolina and Clayton, Georgia.

2BR Mtn Top View • Hot Tub • Cashiers & Highlands
Mountain top retreat nestled at 4000ft elevation. Between the Blue Ridge Mountains and a Christmas tree farm. Enjoy expansive views in this secluded home away from home. Located in Glenville, NC just 17 minutes to Cashiers and 33 minutes to Highlands. This 2/2 is a perfect couples getaway or come enjoy it with some friends and family. This westward facing house will have you enjoying unmatched sunsets every night after a day full of exploring the area. @stayatstardust
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