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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.

Luxury Dome with Mountain Views
This property stands out above the rest offering its guest a unique and rare opportunity to reconnect with nature without losing the comforts of home. Amidst the secluded private glamping dome, we offer breathtaking mountain views and serenity, without losing exceptional creature comforts. Guests can enjoy amenities such as: dip in the hot tub, lounging on the deluxe patio bed swing, or just enjoying coffee with a view from the coziness of the luxury master king bed. PLEASE read other details

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.

Tiny Home Mountain Adventure+HotTub+Fire Pit+Grill
We can't adequately describe how peaceful it is to sit at the picnic table & listen to the wind through the trees or the birds serenade as the sky turns pink & purple over the Smoky Mountains. We purposely tucked our adorable Tiny Home into the woods to achieve the peaceful retreat you're looking for. You'll feel like the "Little Red Riding Hood" skipping through the woods as you escape the "Big Bad Wolf" of technology and stress. Evenings around the Firepit w/the stars are simply magical!

NC Mountain Escape (4x4 or AWD)
Enjoy some of the best views of Western NC mountains in this modern well-equipped cabin. RELAX and take in the scenery in all directions while enjoying a cup of coffee, glass of wine, star gazing, or just sitting around the campfire. Situated near many popular destinations and towns if wanting to explore. Opportunities near by for rafting, hiking, waterfalls, antiquing and scenic drives. One hour away from Smoky Mountain National Park. 2br/ 2bath and one game room 4x4 or AWD vehicles required

Romantic Couples Stay with Hot Tub & Great Views
Experience Luxury Glamping at Natures Dome while Exploring the Smoky Mountains this Summer. Chase waterfalls and count the stars ✨ gazing through the skylight. Relax listening to the sounds of the creek below 💞. Enjoy the privacy & seclusion while being minutes from 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.

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!

Affordable charm on 3 private rolling acres
A vacation haven! This Scaly Mountain cabin is perfect for a couple looking for an adventurous and/or romantic weekend in the mountains! You can check out the waterfalls at Glen Falls, head up to Sunset Rock, or choose from over a dozen other trail options. If hiking isn’t your thing, this cabin is five minutes from Sky Valley Golf Course, Highland Outpost Adventure Park, and numerous fishing spots. Centrally located twenty minutes from Highlands NC, Franklin NC, and Clayton GA.

Bright & cheery! Modern, quiet, peaceful.
Discover a bright mid-century inspired cabin nestled on 4+ private acres near Cashiers & Highlands, NC. Thoughtfully designed with clean lines, natural light, and positive vibes, this stylish retreat features a screened-in covered porch, fire pit, gas grill, and a spacious deck for lounging or stargazing. Surrounded by nature yet close to town (20 minutes drive), it’s the perfect blend of mid-mod design, comfort, and mountain seclusion. Book your unforgettable escape today!

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.

A Tiny Paw's - A peaceful pause from life
Have you ever wanted to stay in a tiny home like you have seen on HGTV? Here's your chance opt in for a peaceful stay on top of a mountain ridge. Where you relax in the hot tub, pause by the fire or rest in the hammocks. During the day explore nature by taking a hike. We are one hour from Asheville and half an hour to 45 mins to Bryson City, Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Cashiers and Highlands. Or go white water rafting, zip line or take a train ride from Nantahala.
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- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Dollywood
- Pigeon Forge TN Cabins
- Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
- Ober Mountain
- Anakeesta
- Pigeon Forge Snow
- Nantahala National Forest
- Gatlinburg Convention Center
- Cataloochee Ski Area
- Table Rock State Park
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- Black Rock Mountain State Park
- Gorges State Park
- Tallulah Gorge State Park
- Devils Fork State Park
- Helen Tubing & Waterpark
- Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing
- Dollywood's Splash Country Water Adventure Park
- Bell Mountain
- DuPont State Forest
- Old Mill Restaurant
- Grotto Falls
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