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Private cabin with breathtaking mountain view, large deck, fireplace & firepit

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Exterior
Living area
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 696.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Private cabin with breathtaking mountain view, large deck, fireplace & firepit

Black Bear Cabin Fox Mountain

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Experience a getaway like no other at this heavenly home overlooking the mountains, located so high up that the clouds cross the expansive deck wrapping around the house. In this quiet, peaceful, and highly desirable location, you'll be close to beautiful waterfalls, gem mines (Franklin is the gem capital of the world), the Appalachian Trail, the Cherokee Casino, antique stores, and other shopping - whether in Georgia, Tennessee, or South Carolina!

This home is so cozy and comfortable, offering everything you need to come back year after year. It's the ultimate viewing point, whether you're taking in the mountain range from the enormous picture windows or the large wraparound deck. Admire the breathtaking scene while grilling, sitting around the gas firepit, or simply catching up with your loved ones.

Inside, this fantastic home radiates rustic charm, with exposed beams, wooden accents throughout, and a gorgeous rock fireplace in the living room. Curl up by the crackling fire and stream a favorite series on the smart TV, read a good book, or start planning your next adventure. The kitchen is the perfect blend of modernity and rusticity, with stainless steel appliances and beautiful cabinets. Prepare a culinary masterpiece with your family and friends, then enjoy a rejuvenating cup of coffee made in either the drip or Keurig coffee maker. Other great perks include an on-site washer/dryer and central air conditioning.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Factory and Franklin Golf Course. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • The Factory - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 28 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Rel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Asian King Buffet - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cabin with breathtaking mountain view, large deck, fireplace & firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private cabin with breathtaking mountain view, large deck, fireplace & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cabin with breathtaking mountain view, large deck, fireplace & firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private cabin with breathtaking mountain view, large deck, fireplace & firepit located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Harris Medical Park of Franklin. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Tony D.

November review

The view was fantastic. The sun sets were magnificent. The property is dated but worth the money because of the views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Paula C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend

House was beautiful, perfect location, pristine view. I think the problem I had was housekeeping. Trash was left in the house, dirty dishes in the dishwasher ( which was broken/ my husband fixed it). Key lock batteries died, had to wait on someone from management to give me the code for the house keys
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Max L.

Great cabin up treacherous road with tight turnaround.

I loved the cabin and the Mountain View was mesmerizing.
Stayed 26 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Amazing cabin, fantastic deck view, really cool inside

This was a fantastic cabin, can't say enough about how nice it is. Very clean, well equipped, love the layout and furniture and all the attention to detail inside. Amazing view from the deck outside, our family loved hanging out on it in the morning and evening after rafting and hiking. You won't be disappointed!!!

10/10 Excellent

Kelley C.

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

Highly Recommend This Adorable Homey Cabin!!

This mountain top cabin is charmingly decorated and thoughtfully appointed - it really does have it all! It was easy to find and conveniently located to town. The gravel road to the house took us 5 minutes. There are several blind curves and hairpin turns. The gravel is rough and if you have a low riding sports car you might not like it. The driveway pad will take a little practice, but we were able to do a 3 point turn with our Tahoe. We found it very clean. There were hooks beside each door, extra blankets, lots of drawer and closet space (with hangers). We recommend you do a thorough walk-through to discover everything that makes this cabin so comfortable and special! The kitchen had plenty of cookware, mixing bowls, dishes, flatware, and every kind of cooking utensil. The appliances are full size, there is a toaster, blender, and both kinds of coffeemakers. The water is clean tasting, so just bring your own refillable bottle. The deck was so lovely every time of day. Nothing but a picture perfect view. A good portion of it is covered so you can enjoy being outside even if it is raining. The wifi is really quick, our cell service was also strong at the house. The TV system has lots of options and there is a dvd player. The cabin has a great location - just 10 minutes to 2 large grocery stores, gas stations and great local restaurants. There is plenty for every activity level within less than an hour's drive each way. This is one of the hidden gems in Franklin!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

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

Black Bear Cabin at Fox Mountain

Amazing, quiet and comfortable cabin up, up, up a mountain. Stunning views of the Smokies and close to Franklin. Birds galore. Owners have the kitchen well stocked with dishes, cookware and basic spices. Gas fire outside was delightful to keep the morning and evening chill at bay. 4 WD vehicle would be best especially if it is raining. Steep hill that neighbors and others seem to enjoy digging up making it a bumpy ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Millie W.

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

Relaxation

This cabin is close to town but private and quiet. Enjoyed the large deck while grilling and watching the birds, fireflies and even a little bat at night. Wonderful cabin that we loved so much we booked another trip back in March!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia E.

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

Birthday Getaway

Great location, view and total solitude. Long winding gravel road to the property. Be prepared to do a 5 to 10 pt turn around at the home as it is a small area. You also need to make sure to bring your own paper products, as we found out the hard way extra TP was not provided. But overall all this is a great place to stay and the view is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Lara R.

Beautiful Views!

The home had huge picture windows that over-looked a beautiful mountain range. The photos online do not do it justice. Additionally, the beds were comfy, and the entire house was cozy. However -- bring your own wine opener, chip clips, etc. as they are not included in the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie C.

True black bear cabin in the mountain

The feel of being in a real mountain cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

Great view

We had a wonderful stay at Black Bear cabin. It was clean and had everything that we needed except an ironing board/iron(which we purchased/left the board there). Close to everywhere we wanted to go. My only suggestion is that you mention the need for All wheel/4 wheel drive to get there as the road is steep, dirt/gravel with sharp turns. We would rent again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Perfect mountain cabin

Absolutely beautiful home! Very clean, well equipped cabin. Kitchen had everything we needed, quality appliances, cookware, dishes, etc. Rooms were spacious, tastefully decorated, and comfortable. Sunsets from deck were amazing. Quiet neighborhood. Would book again hands down and discontinue search for anything finer. I would recommend nothing larger than a crossover vehicle or small pickup to turn around in driveway. There is certainly not enough room to turn an extended cab truck, Expedition, or long wheel base vehicle around safely on parking pad. Road to cabin is well maintained gravel.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana C.

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

Perfect Cabin

Amazing cabin, location and the view 100%. Clean nd as described
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Lacey V.

Great views

The cabin was clean and had amazing views! We definitely didn't want to leave. We spent a lot of time on the deck. Wood burning fireplace was great. The kitchen was well suppied with pots/pans. The parking area can get tight if you're trying to turn around in a large truck/vehicle. The one lane road going to the cabin is steep in some areas with loose gravel. Luckily we never had anyone going up/down the road when we were. The king size bed was a little hard for our liking. Be careful the main door locks automatically, so keep your door code on you at all times! We loved our stay and would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Keli M.

Great quiet cabin

We really enjoyed ourweek at the cabin. It had everything we needed for cooking and relaxing. The views are amazing! Great location for so many area adventures.
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10/10 Excellent

James G.

Beautiful home

It's a beautiful home with a beautiful view... Loved the early morning sun rises from the porch over looking the mountains

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great view, beautiful cabin

Cabin was very clean and well maintained will all the expected amenities. Fantastic view quiet location. Property manager's business practices leaves a lot to be desired.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

chesley c.

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

My stay

Great property, well equipped, clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet retreat

The cabin was beautiful--inside and out. The location was just what we needed--quiet and peaceful, with a gorgeous view! The only suggestion I have is to put a couple of chaise lounge chairs on the deck for a relaxing view or just to take in the fresh mountain air.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great Cabin!

This cabin was so nice! The deck is awesome and where we stayed the majority of the time. Enjoyed the grill, fire pit table and deck lights! Close to the grocery store and a fully stocked kitchen. Would recommend and also stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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