10/10 Excellent
michelle c.
8 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of heaven
michelle c.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Chalet
RIVER FRONT Log CABIN - Fishing, Floating, and Fire Pit
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Franklin, NC
- Mason Mountain Mine4 min drive
- Sheffield Mine6 min drive
- Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine12 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
2nd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3rd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Loft Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Main Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
2nd bathroom
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Loft bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo
Main Bathroom
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
RIVER FRONT Log CABIN - Fishing, Floating, and Fire Pit
RIVERS BEND - Smoky Mountain Chalet
Stunning and spacious year-round LOG CABIN HOME located directly on the Little Tennessee RIVER. Surrounded by both nearby and distant SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS, this incredible RIVERFRONT property invites you to indulge your senses with spectacular fresh MOUNTAIN air while enjoying numerous outdoor activities, FISHING, FIRE PIT and bar-b-q picnic area. We heard our Guests and happily report that we now have steps for easy access to the River. This real LOG CABIN
has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, lots of PRIVACY and easy, level access.
2 person JETTED TUB inside..
Great for MOTORCYCLES - easy access and covered parking.
Level RV Parking available at the Cabin.
This private, 4 bedroom, 3 bath vacation property is perfect for Large Family Gatherings or Intimate Retreats. Lovely features include soaring vaulted ceilings, rustic wood interior, wide, wooden spiral staircase and an expansive stone fireplace.
Internet and WiFi are available, plus HD Blue-Ray TV and plenty of DVD's for those days you might want to snuggle up and spend time inside this awesome cabin. Four TV's are provided as well as a game table, family games and puzzles.
Easy level access for year round vacations 7.2 miles from Franklin, NC on paved highway with long private, level driveway. No worries here in the winter! Cozy and warm with plenty to do!
You can swim, fish and tube on the Little Tennessee River just a short stone's throw from your log cabin deck. We've provided volleyball and badminton equipment for extra family fun right in your own private yard.
Smoky Mountain Fish Camp is a short 2 miles up the road for kayak, canoe and tube rentals. You can start at the fish camp and float on to or past your rental property.
See - http://fishcamp.biz/images/DSC_0553.jpg
Enjoy peaceful evenings around warm camp fires next to the River where you'll find the outside fire pit. BBQ your favorite camping meals on the charcoal grill.
The large master bedroom features an adjoining ensuite bathroom with a rock face shower and a jetted spa tub - room for two.
Upstairs is a loft with outdoor balcony and the best view of the area; queen bed, private bath and game room.
Come discover the VACATION of a Lifetime!
Stunning and spacious year-round LOG CABIN HOME located directly on the Little Tennessee RIVER. Surrounded by both nearby and distant SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS, this incredible RIVERFRONT property invites you to indulge your senses with spectacular fresh MOUNTAIN air while enjoying numerous outdoor activities, FISHING, FIRE PIT and bar-b-q picnic area. We heard our Guests and happily report that we now have steps for easy access to the River. This real LOG CABIN
has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, lots of PRIVACY and easy, level access.
2 person JETTED TUB inside..
Great for MOTORCYCLES - easy access and covered parking.
Level RV Parking available at the Cabin.
This private, 4 bedroom, 3 bath vacation property is perfect for Large Family Gatherings or Intimate Retreats. Lovely features include soaring vaulted ceilings, rustic wood interior, wide, wooden spiral staircase and an expansive stone fireplace.
Internet and WiFi are available, plus HD Blue-Ray TV and plenty of DVD's for those days you might want to snuggle up and spend time inside this awesome cabin. Four TV's are provided as well as a game table, family games and puzzles.
Easy level access for year round vacations 7.2 miles from Franklin, NC on paved highway with long private, level driveway. No worries here in the winter! Cozy and warm with plenty to do!
You can swim, fish and tube on the Little Tennessee River just a short stone's throw from your log cabin deck. We've provided volleyball and badminton equipment for extra family fun right in your own private yard.
Smoky Mountain Fish Camp is a short 2 miles up the road for kayak, canoe and tube rentals. You can start at the fish camp and float on to or past your rental property.
See - http://fishcamp.biz/images/DSC_0553.jpg
Enjoy peaceful evenings around warm camp fires next to the River where you'll find the outside fire pit. BBQ your favorite camping meals on the charcoal grill.
The large master bedroom features an adjoining ensuite bathroom with a rock face shower and a jetted spa tub - room for two.
Upstairs is a loft with outdoor balcony and the best view of the area; queen bed, private bath and game room.
Come discover the VACATION of a Lifetime!
Property manager
Sally Mass, Realtor-Broker, Property Manager
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
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Pet-friendly
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Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Franklin
Located in Franklin, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Mason Mountain Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Parker Meadows Park. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Franklin, NC
What's nearby
- Mason Mountain Mine - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
- Sheffield Mine - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
- Rose Creek Mine - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
- Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
- Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 13 min drive
- Haywood Smokehouse - 13 min drive
- Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Crabtree General Store - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Carolyn P.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas
Carolyn P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruce C.
30 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving in Franklin NC
Bruce C.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah R.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Deborah R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara K.
31 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Barbara K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda F.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Linda F.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa A.
17 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax!
Lisa A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
James B.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
James B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tim G.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Tim G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lorri J.
18 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SO PEACEFUL
Lorri J.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carrie H.
6 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Carrie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rob W.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation house
Rob W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
michelle c.
9 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace in the valley
michelle c.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
MaryAlice F.
29 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cowee
MaryAlice F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
James D.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem mining.
James D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis G., North Carolina
6 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Was a quite peaceful place. Only wished the grass had been cut as we had kids.
Phyllis G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jayson P.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Jayson P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
6 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute family trip
Robert S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew A.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times
Andrew A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katy C.
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing mountain getaway!
Katy C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen T., Metter, GA
11 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Mountain Trip
Kathleen T.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
4 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking Cabin
Angela S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ruth W.
13 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome mountain home
Ruth W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jay E.
20 June 2023
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Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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candi w.
8 Oct 2023
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Riverbend
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Sally Mass, Realtor-Broker, Property Manager
Sally Mass - Real Estate Broker / Property Manager. If you love our area, contact me about your return trip. Or let me help you find your permanent or vacation home in the mountains. I love to help make that "perfect match."
Why they chose this property
A Perfect Vacation getaway with expansive Smoky Mountain views and direct access riverfront access to the Little Tennessee River. Huge deck with outside furniture, tables, hammock and hot tub. Fishing and playing in the water directly from this private and beautiful property. Two fire pits...one wood burning close to the River and another propane on your expansive covered deck. Stay and relax at this wonderful property, or take advantage of close proximity to downtown Franklin and the easy drive to many scenic destinations, shopping, and premier restaurants.
Franklin is a delight to many who visit year after year.
https://franklin-chamber.com/
A small town mountain community with lots of added charm, you'll find much more than you first expected.
Wonderful Restaurants; state-of-the-art Performing Arts Theater, hours of entertainment at "The Factory" for families and kids of all ages; Tubing, zip lining, white-water-rafting and kayaking on nearby rivers and lakes; bass and trout fishing, fly fishing;
Known as the Gem Capital of the World, you'll find Mining and Gem Shows. Some of the World's most spectacular Waterfalls are here, and you'll discover lots of historical doors to unlock.
The Appalachian and Bartram Trails are world renown for serious hikers and day visitors alike.
Harrah's world-class Casino is a short drive across a mountain.
There are organized activities for bird watchers, plant identifiers and nature learning experiences of all kinds in this highly nature-diversified area of our Country.
Every Season offers its own special gifts of nature.
Extraordinary Autumn colors attract visitors from around the world. This is your opportunity to discover the simple pleasures that abound in our Carolina Smoky Mountains.
Franklin is a delight to many who visit year after year.
https://franklin-chamber.com/
A small town mountain community with lots of added charm, you'll find much more than you first expected.
Wonderful Restaurants; state-of-the-art Performing Arts Theater, hours of entertainment at "The Factory" for families and kids of all ages; Tubing, zip lining, white-water-rafting and kayaking on nearby rivers and lakes; bass and trout fishing, fly fishing;
Known as the Gem Capital of the World, you'll find Mining and Gem Shows. Some of the World's most spectacular Waterfalls are here, and you'll discover lots of historical doors to unlock.
The Appalachian and Bartram Trails are world renown for serious hikers and day visitors alike.
Harrah's world-class Casino is a short drive across a mountain.
There are organized activities for bird watchers, plant identifiers and nature learning experiences of all kinds in this highly nature-diversified area of our Country.
Every Season offers its own special gifts of nature.
Extraordinary Autumn colors attract visitors from around the world. This is your opportunity to discover the simple pleasures that abound in our Carolina Smoky Mountains.
What makes this property unique
Our house is next to the Cowee Cherokee Indian Mound. It is surrounded on all sides, even across the River, by Conservancy and State-owned land, meaning the property is extremely rare and unique.
The historic Cowee Mound and Village Site, is thought to date from approximately 600 A.D.
See - https://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/cowee-mound/view/google/
Franklin, NC is a delight to many who visit year after year.
A small town mountain community with lots of added charm, you'll find much more than you first expected.
Wonderful Restaurants; state-of-the-art Performing Arts Theater (visit web site GreatMountainMusic), hours of entertainment at "The Factory" for families and kids of all ages; Tubing, zip lining, white-water-rafting and kayaking on nearby rivers and lakes; bass and trout fishing, fly fishing;
Known as the Gem Capital of the World, you'll find Mining and Gem Shows. Some of the World's most spectacular Waterfalls are here, and you'll discover lots of historical doors to unlock.
The Appalachian and Bartram Trails are world renown for serious hikers and day visitors alike.
Harrah's world-class Casino is a short 40 minute drive across a gorgeous mountain.
There are organized activities for bird watchers, plant identifiers and nature learning experiences of all kinds in this highly nature-diversified area of our Country.
Every Season offers its own special gifts of nature.
Extraordinary Autumn colors attract visitors from around the world. This is your opportunity to discover the simple pleasures that abound in our Carolina Smoky Mountains.
The historic Cowee Mound and Village Site, is thought to date from approximately 600 A.D.
See - https://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/cowee-mound/view/google/
Franklin, NC is a delight to many who visit year after year.
A small town mountain community with lots of added charm, you'll find much more than you first expected.
Wonderful Restaurants; state-of-the-art Performing Arts Theater (visit web site GreatMountainMusic), hours of entertainment at "The Factory" for families and kids of all ages; Tubing, zip lining, white-water-rafting and kayaking on nearby rivers and lakes; bass and trout fishing, fly fishing;
Known as the Gem Capital of the World, you'll find Mining and Gem Shows. Some of the World's most spectacular Waterfalls are here, and you'll discover lots of historical doors to unlock.
The Appalachian and Bartram Trails are world renown for serious hikers and day visitors alike.
Harrah's world-class Casino is a short 40 minute drive across a gorgeous mountain.
There are organized activities for bird watchers, plant identifiers and nature learning experiences of all kinds in this highly nature-diversified area of our Country.
Every Season offers its own special gifts of nature.
Extraordinary Autumn colors attract visitors from around the world. This is your opportunity to discover the simple pleasures that abound in our Carolina Smoky Mountains.
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