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Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat

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A wooden deck with a metal railing, overlooking a forested area with a mountain in the background.
A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a door leading to another room.
A cozy cabin room with a bed, two nightstands, a window, and wooden walls.
A wooden cabin with a dirt path leading through a wooded area.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat

New - Paved Driveway, Deck, Roof/Railing, and Fiber-Optic High-Speed Internet! We also recently had some trees topped off to improve the mountain view. We're constantly striving to improve our cabin amenities for you.

This cabin for couples is the perfect location for the two of you to enjoy all that Franklin, Highlands, Cashiers, and Sylva have to offer. Don't just take my word for it, check out the wonderful reviews that previous guests have left.

Enjoy your time relaxing in the cabin or on the deck with a view of the mountain and the peace and quiet away from the hectic day-to-day, and reconnect with each other.

This beautiful, new, bear-themed, compact park model log cabin perched on a hill in Laurel Canyon between Franklin and Highlands, nestled between the trees with a breathtaking mountain view of Cedar Knob from the covered deck, is a wonderful spot in the mountains for a couple to get away to unplug, unwind, relax, and renew.

Conveniently located between Franklin, Highlands, and Cashiers with a short drive to the many area attractions and only a few minutes away from the scenic Cullasaja River Gorge, Cullasaja Falls, Dry Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Glenville Lake. Other nearby attractions include gem mining at Jackson Hole and antiquing at the nearby Whistle Stop. There are plenty of attractions, restaurants, and local festivals/events in nearby Franklin and Highlands. Google the Discover Franklin, NC tourism and Macon County Chamber of Commerce websites for attractions and festival/event schedules. 45-minute drive to Cherokee and the Smoky Mountains.

Built in 2018 by Green River Cabins, this "Yearling" model cabin is fully furnished with a kitchen that is ready for cooking, cozy breakfast bar, and barstools, a living room with dual recliner love seat, an electric fireplace, and TV with Blu-Ray/DVD player, full bedroom with a queen-sized bed and plenty of wardrobe and drawer space for all of your personal items, compact washer and dryer, and bathroom with 48” shower, ceiling fans in the living room/kitchen area and bedroom. There is a gas grill on the covered deck for grilling and rocking chairs to sit and enjoy the beautiful view of the mountain across the canyon.

The driveway is fully paved now; no worry about getting up a gravel driveway or needing all wheel drive, you could climb this new paved driveway easily in a small 2WD vehicle. Getting to the cabin, there are no gravel roads to travel. The upper parking area can accommodate two vehicles. A lower parking area at the base of the drive can accommodate a small vehicle.

The cabin is equipped with Frontier 500Mbps (more than plenty for 2 people) fiber optic internet service at the cabin with free wi-fi.

There is a 50" Roku smart TV in the living room with Blu-Ray player and a selection of DVDs. There is a 32" Roku smart TV in the bedroom. You can log in to your favorite streaming services with Roku (Sling, Hulu, YoutubeTV, Netflix, Amazon, Disney, etc.) and enjoy your favorite shows and movies in the cabin. There is no landline telephone service or local TV channels.

Cellular service in the mountains is spotty so we have installed a cellular booster kit at the cabin. AT&T works best (3-5 bars), Verizon gets a fair service (1-2 bars). One of our recent guests that has Sprint reported that they had cell service at the cabin. We have not tested with other carriers. Cell phone reception can vary depending on the time of year (tree cover), weather, and the phone's internal antenna (some models are better than others). If your phone supports internet calling, just connect it to the high-speed internet.

We hope you’ll love our little cabin as much as we do and that you will feel relaxed, refreshed, renewed, and reconnected after your stay.

Smoking is allowed outside on the deck with the doors closed, but not inside the cabin.

There is an additional 10% discount for stays 7 nights or longer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 allowed outside on deck with doors closed.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure all dishes are washed
Close/lock all windows
Turn off air conditioner or heat
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1451264vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the city centre and on a river. Scottish Tartans Museum and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 26 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Western Carolina University - 43 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Nantahala Lake - 51 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 59 min drive - 74.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Asian King - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat?

As of 9 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat on 12 October 2026 start from NZ$632, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cedar Bear Cabin - Cozy Mountain View Couples Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Franklin, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cullasaja Falls and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Lake Glenville and Arrowmont Stables are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot, feels like a hideaway, but still has convenience to grocery and shopping, as well as hiking trails and cool places to adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and the view was beautiful. John was a great host. Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with a great view. If you’re looking to get a way and relax, this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well stocked cabin with a nice mountain view.The property owner was easily accessible and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2026
Thanks for your review. Glad to have you as our guest.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing site with great hospitality and communication. Only thing for me is that the bed is EXTRA firm. Just a preference for me to have a softer bed. Otherwise the trip was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2026
The mattress is a new medium firmness, not extra firm, memory foam mattress that replaced an old bag of springs. It might be a little stiff as it’s new. Wow, I work hard to get you checked in early, answer all your questions, and get dinged on a new expensive mattress. I guess you can’t make everyone happy. I don’t think we deserved this rating, but it’s what it is I suppose.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great! Be aware there is no cell service once you get up here, until you connect to the wifi. Wifi is great, but screenshot your directions to get in and unlock the door or you'll be like us taking an impromptu hike to get service to call our host to get the info lol and he was just so lovely about it too!!! The cabin has everything you need and then some!! Incredible view from the deck!!!! Close enough to civilization to get what you need but far enough away to feel like you're the last person (or couple) in the world!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Yep, good idea! At least take a screenshot or write down the PIN code for the door. We have a cellular repeater at the cabin that works well with AT&T, OK with Verizon. But for most high-frequency cell services like T-Mobile and Sprint, there has to be signal to repeat, and there's not much, if any to repeat. Glad you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, owner, amenities were wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2026
Thanks for staying with us and for the nice review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thanks for the review. Glad you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this cabin! It was clean, comfortable and well stocked with kitchen essentials. The cabin is close to amazing hiking and waterfalls. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Thank you for being our guest. We're glad you had a wonderful time. We look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin

Great cabin. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Glad you had a great time. I look forward to having you as our guest again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this cabin! The view was breathtaking, and the whole space had such a clean, cozy, home-away-from-home feel. It was the perfect balance—secluded enough to feel peaceful and private, yet close enough to everything we wanted to explore. It truly made our getaway special, and we’re already looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Glad you had a wonderful time. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

We loved everything about this cabin - great location and cozy space, and the host was very helpful and responsive. We especially loved the bear themed decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
It was our pleasure having you as guests. We're glad you had a great experience.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mountain get away

A cute and perfect place for mountains and hiking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
I'm glad you liked our place. Not sure why we only received a 4 out of 5 star rating. Please contact me if everything was not up to your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cedar bear is a beautiful little cabin.. perfect for the 2 of us! i cooked a steak on the gas grill, as i drank a beer and stared at the mountains! great little neighborhood with privacy and views! we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2025
Staring at the mountain while sitting on the deck in a rocking chair with a cold beer in my hand, a steak cooking on the grill, and my wife by my side with a glass of wine is our "happy place". I'm glad we got to share that with you, and you had a great time. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get away

Had a great weekend get away. Enjoy the cabin great location and good things to do not to far away!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2024
Glad you had a great time. Sorry you missed the new paved driveway that was installed just after you left.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

Perfect location for a couple wanting to be isolated from most of the world. Great place to stay in and read, or to drive a few miles to hike, shop, or eat. We hope to have the opportunity to return several times.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
Glad you had a great time! We look forward to you coming back...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hill top view

property was just what we needed. We enjoyed our stay. Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thanks for being our guest. Glad you had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This little cabin is so cozy. Everything you need to have an enjoyable stay. The view can’t be beat. Host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy

It was a nice relaxing stay. Loved the smell of cedar it meet our exact expectations. Thank you for opening your cabin for us to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Glad you had a wonderful stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retreat

A well appointed cabin for a couple of days away
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thanks for being our guests and the nice review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A fabulous getaway place for two

Beautiful cabin to unwind and relax. Way up in the woods with a lovely view from the doors and deck. All the essentials and amenities you need. Great central location for day trips to surrounding mountain towns. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Glad you had a great time. Thanks for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary trip

Cabin was very clean, and so peaceful. Cabin has everything you need and a wonderful view. No internet service or WiFi, but That was fine for us it was nice to get away from everything. The owner was super nice and helpful with places to visit. Only a few minutes from town and short ride to beautiful waterfalls. This was one of my favorite places we have stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Glad you had a great stay and thanks for the nice review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

This property is just the right distance from congestion to be peaceful and quiet, and yet not inconvenient. The entire location is very well kept and clean. There are numerous modern conveniences. And the manager is easy to communicate with. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2023
Glad you had a great time! Thanks for the review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Isolated couples getaway

The cabin appeared new and well maintained. It is small, but a fine size for a couple. We had no phone or internet service which was fine for couples who need to get reacquainted. There are lots of great waterfalls and hiking trails to keep us busy during the day. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thanks for nice review. We do have a cell repeater but it only seems to work with AT&T and Verizon. But it is nice to get away from the digital world for a few days and reconnect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy Little Cabin

Very pleasant stay in the Black Bear Cove cabin. The owner is phenomenal with his communication and availability. The property is very clean and dry with the addition of the covered patio. The newly paved entrance up to the property was greatly appreciated. Overall gets the max stars for everything. Would stay again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Grocke

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We had vacationed in the Franklin area for 20+ years and finally decided to build our own place. We look forward to sharing it with others when we aren't there to enjoy it. It took us 8 years of saving, planning, and efforts to finally build our place, and it's perfect. Close enough to town to enjoy shopping, dining, attractions, and local festivals, but far enough away to enjoy all the tranquility the NC mountains have to offer.

Why they chose this property

The minute I saw this property I fell in love with the mountain view of Cedar Knob and the peace and quiet away from the hustle of the city. This is my favorite spot on planet Earth. We decided to have this custom Green River Cabin placed on the property with a deck with the view of the mountain. Our goal is to retire here at least 6 months out of the year.

What makes this property unique

Now that the kids are grown and off on their own and it's just the two "empty nesters", we wanted a cozy place in the mountains for just the two of us to unplug, reconnect, relax, and unwind. We love enjoying each other's company, relaxing on the deck while looking at the mountains, reading, and watching DVD's while "unplugged" from the hustle of daily life. This cabin is perfect for that. We want others to experience the joy that we have when it's just the two of us for a week alone, relaxing and reconnecting with each other.

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