Rustic, One Bedroom Cabin, Starlink Wi-Fi, Hot Tub, Firepit

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

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Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mountain view

Explore the area

Franklin, North Carolina

Mill Creek Country Club
‪9 min drive‬
Nantahala River
‪17 min drive‬
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful cabin listing! The "Bear's Den" is a one bedroom, rustic, unique, and cozy cabin, located in the Great Smokey Mountains of North Carolina. It is the perfect getaway for couples looking to escape city life, and unwind. The inside is rustic, with barn wood accents. Hot tub is inside a private, screened in porch. Appalachian Trail and waterfalls are nearby!

Property manager

Brian and Regina Horner

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Languages

English

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Hot tub

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Pet-friendly

Mountain view

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

We only allow one dog- no cats allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outdoors only.

Trash disposed at different location, see Welcome Guide inside the rental for location

Please clean up after pets

Do not leave trash outside overnight

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains. Wilson Lick Ranger Station and Wayah Bald Lookout are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Parker Meadows Park and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, North Carolina

What's nearby

Mill Creek Country Club - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
Nantahala River - 17 min drive - 20.4 km
Wayah Bald Lookout - 25 min drive - 16.0 km
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine - 41 min drive - 32.4 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mill Creek Dining Room & Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic, One Bedroom Cabin, Starlink Wi-Fi, Hot Tub, Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rustic, One Bedroom Cabin, Starlink Wi-Fi, Hot Tub, Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic, One Bedroom Cabin, Starlink Wi-Fi, Hot Tub, Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic, One Bedroom Cabin, Starlink Wi-Fi, Hot Tub, Firepit located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Parker Meadows Park and Wilson Lick Ranger Station. Franklin Golf Course and The Factory are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nerissa D.

17 February 2025

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

Comfy stay, beautiful location inside and out.

Our stay was very comfortable. The pictures don't do the inside justice. The covered porch ended up being a huge benefit in the rain. We hit up the grocery store and stayed in all weekend. The hot tub was spotless, warm, easy to use. The location had beautiful views on the drive up and around the property. Very quiet and serene. I would stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri K.

13 October 2024

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

Lovely little cabin by the creek.

The place was lovely and spotless. Had everything we needed. Even a stepstool. As someone who is under 5 feet tall i really appreciate when a rental has a step stool. (I actually travel with my own). Beds and shelves have gotten taller comfy bed without a stepstool.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha A.

13 November 2023

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

Weekend away at the bears den

My husband and I had a very relaxing stay at the bears den. Everything was clean and very cozy! Loved the hot tub! It wasn’t quite as isolated as it seemed in the pictures but it was still very nice!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

11 November 2023

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

Beautiful and comfortable

The kitchen was well stocked. It’s close to amenities but you feel like your remote. I recommend this cabin!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hank J.

1 November 2023

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

Lovely place, beautiful setting, and wonderful hosts

I have over 3M+ air miles from my business and personal travel all over the world for the last 40+ years. Have experienced the highs/lows of resort, hotel, and residential accommodations (like VRBO) in many wonderful places. But...we found a slice of heaven at the Bear's Den that I am almost afraid to share with others. Gina and Brian are excellent hosts. Their place was immaculate, well appointed, nicely designed for a couple of any age, and the location is breathtaking. Franklin is a short distance away and we visited Highlands within an hour. And if you promise not tell anyone; if you head east on the road that the property sits on, you may experience some of the most fabulous scenery my wife and I have ever seen. Well done, Gina & Brian, well done.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

29 October 2023

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

AMAZING!

This cabin was AMAZING! My husband and I loved every detail of it. It has beautiful craftsmanship, well thought-out needs for the traveler, and was in a perfect location for all the outdoor adventures we pursued. The creek provides soothing and relaxing sounds after a long day of outdoor activities. Autumn was just about to fully show-out in this area and we were so glad we got to experience it here. Y’all have a very special place here and we hope to visit again! (P.S. who knew the heater in the bathroom would be such a great touch?! Me!! 😊)

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqulyn

23 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

If I could give 10 stars I would! We've already talked about going back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

15 October 2023

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

Great stay!

Beautiful location, nice and clean cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

14 October 2023

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Comfortable, Quiet and Clean

The place was very nice and private. The shower is absolutely amazing, with dual water heads and perfect for a couple to use simultaneously. The hot tub was great too. Although a few of the jets have stopped working, it has so many in it that it didn't matter for two people. Considering how nice the inside of the cabin is, we were perplexed as to why the bed was only a full size instead of a queen or king - there certainly is plenty of space to accomodate a king size bed. If the bed was upgraded to a queen size and the couch was replaced with a fold-out model, it would be absolutely perfect for accomodating a couple with children. Also, I've never stayed someplace where I had to take off my own garbage. Nevertheless, we were very pleased with the accommodations overall and would gladly stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran B.

9 October 2023

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

Bears den

This cabin was beautiful, very clean, well decorated and the perfect easy location for our trip to Franklin. The hosts were extremely helpful and easy to work with. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serissa T.

29 September 2023

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

The perfect getaway

We loved everything about this property and location. The cabin was super cute and cozy. The location was convenient and an easy access to town and exploring. The creek really created an incredible ambiance between the view and just the sound of the babbling water. Regina and Brian were very accommodating and friendly. We are absolutely planning on going back. Next time we will take the whole family and rent the other beautiful cabins as well. This is our new “go to” for this area!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

19 September 2023

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Gina Gregory

Beautiful cabin , quite , just what we wanted , cabin is very top notched decorated, the shower was extremely nice with the two shower heads , the hot tub was aweslme, the creek was so super nice. The owners are super nice , she even brought me a regular coffee maker when i didnt like thw kuric, i hope we can come back here . Cause i want to try the other cabins .

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

1 September 2023

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Great Place

Cabin was very nice, clean and in a great location for us. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

20 August 2023

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

Get away weekend

Wonderful! Gps took us the long way around over the mountain down "snake pass"...it was so windy, curvy like I've never seen before. Took us to Wayah Ridge because 3444 doesnt come up...so be careful with following gps. Internet was splotchy but we were there for the ambience. Loved it. Thank you and we will come again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

30 July 2023

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

Franklin NC Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this location. The property was very modern and functional. This is a great base location for the Franklin area as it is close to town but you still get the away from it all feel with the property in a nice quiet area. Another plus was the proximity to the Wayah Bald Tower which offers amazing views.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

8 July 2023

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

Great Place

The hosts were very nice. Fantastic Location and plenty to see in the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallory M.

2 July 2023

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

The best stay!

I cannot say enough positive things about this place. From the location to the cleanliness to the charm to the owners, we are blessed to have found this place! We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn d.

17 June 2023

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

Little Me Time

Great

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

11 June 2023

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Needed break

Just the right size, kitchen was well equipped first trip with 8month old pup. She had plenty of room to play in the yard and enjoyed a trip to the creek. Bed was very comfortable and the towels smelled wonderful. Hot tub was just what the dr ordered.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

29 May 2023

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

Wonderful little charm!

The Bear's Den is even more beautiful and comfy than pictures show. It was peaceful and just what my husband and I needed on a get away trip! There is plenty of nearby hiking, history, great food, and activities. Not to mention just a hop away from Bryson City and the Nantahala River.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri and Ed B.

12 May 2023

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

Looking for PERFECT? This is it!

Rustic charm, skilled craftsmanship, expansive grounds, privacy and located an easy drive to scenic destinations. The kitchen was thoughtfully supplied for meal preparation. Hot tub was wonderful. We didn’t want to leave!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deana A.

16 April 2023

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

Amazing Place to Stay

We truly enjoyed our time at this property. The location was great. Property owners were congenial and very responsive. The bed was simply amazing, and the craftsmanship of the home was superb. Thank you for having us!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail B., eastanollee, ga

8 April 2023

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

Rest weekend

Great place to stay and very clean. Such a beautiful place and owners so efficient with answering questions. Husband and son enjoyed the fishing and rest we did. Thank you for this beautiful stay

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quentin H.

28 March 2023

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

Weekend Getaway

The cabin was very clean and was just as described in the listing online. The location was the perfect distance to downtown. This is an amazing getaway destination and would love to visit again in the future. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

TMaira S.

6 March 2023

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

It was amazing!!!!

It was very clean and beautiful I enjoyed every bit of it. The owners is very sweet and polite and always there when you need them for anything. I will definitely rent from them again

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brian and Regina Horner

My husband have lived in Franklin for twenty years and absolutely love living in the beautiful Great Smokey Mountains of North Carolina. We own a construction business and have four kids. This is our first VRBO listing and we are very excited to host guests!

Why they chose this property

This is a beautiful, quaint, one bedroom cabin surrounded by majestic mountains. The cabin has barn wood siding, a front porch with two rockers, a screened in porch with a hot tub, and a table and two chairs for outdoor dining. There is an outdoor firepit and a grill as well. Inside the cabin is one queen bed, a living/den area with loveseat, chair, TV, internet, kitchen, tiled bathroom floor and shower. The cabin is decorated with barn wood furniture built by my husband, including barn wood shutters.

What makes this property unique

Flat driveway with easy access all year long, close to town, close to Appalachian Trail, hiking on nearby trails, beautiful local waterfalls, kayaking, tubing.

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