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Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views!

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Living Room w Grand Fire
Living area
Living area
Living area
Dining room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views!

Awards-winning modern cabin in Franklin, NC—sleek design, floor-to-ceiling windows, luxury finishes, and peaceful forest views. Close to waterfalls, Highlands, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Asheville’s Biltmore Estate.

After a day of exploring waterfalls, wineries, scenic overlooks, or historic towns, return home to your private sanctuary. Light the fire, open a bottle of wine, slip into the comfortable designer seating, and let the quiet mountain air finish the day for you.

Waterfalls and Scenic Hikes
Dry Falls (15 min) – Walk-behind waterfall with an easy paved trail.
Bridal Veil Falls (15 min) – Drive-by waterfall with pull-off access.
Cullasaja Falls (20 min) – Roadside cascade along the gorge.
Glen Falls (25 min) – Moderate three-tier waterfall hike near Highlands.
Secret Falls (20 min) – Local favorite with a moderate forest trail.
Tallulah Gorge State Park (60 min) – Deep gorge with overlooks and suspension bridge.
Whitewater Falls (75 min) – Highest waterfall east of the Rockies.

Blue Ridge Parkway Highlights
Entrance accessible via Wayah Bald or Bryson City area (about 40 min).
Waterrock Knob Overlook (1 hr) – Sweeping views with a short summit trail.
Richland Balsam (1 hr 15 min) – Highest point on the Parkway with a spruce-fir forest hike.
Devil’s Courthouse (1 hr 20 min) – Dramatic overlook with a short, steep hike.


Casinos and Entertainment
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort (1 hr 10 min) – Gaming, restaurants, concerts, and spa.
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino (1 hr 15 min)

Nearby Mountain Towns and Attractions
Maggie Valley (1 hr) – Festivals, shops, car museum, and seasonal skiing.
Cherokee, North Carolina (1 hr) – Museum, Oconaluftee Village, and elk viewing.
Highlands, North Carolina (35 min) – Dining, boutiques, and waterfall corridor.
Bryson City (45 min) – Scenic railroad, breweries, and Deep Creek tubing and waterfalls.
Waynesville (1 hr 10 min) – Quaint downtown with restaurants and events.

Outdoor and Family Activities
Nantahala Outdoor Center (45 min) – Rafting, ziplines, and hiking. Lake Glenville (35 min) – Swimming, boating, and boat tours to lakeside waterfalls.
Clingmans Dome (1 hr 20 min) – Highest peak in the Smokies with a paved path to the observation tower.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
There is no garbage pick up at our location or at most locations in the area.. there is a free garbage drop off at 3085 Sanderstown Road just a few miles from the house..
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Long-term renters welcome
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 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 mountains. Scottish Tartans Musuem and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cave exploring nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 28 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 36 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 40 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 48 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views!?

As of 24 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views! on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$550, 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 Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Better Home & Garden Award Winning Design + Mountain Views! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Gold City Gem Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home. Had a great week with friends. The view is outstanding! Watching the deer was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. Very much enjoyed the view from this beautiful home. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great cabin with an awesome view. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2026
Thank you! We loved hosting you. Please contact us if you want to rebook again! We have a frequent flyer discount. Travel safe!
Verified

8/10 Good

ketch n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Super house!

Beautiful place! Several bugs cause it’s remote! But it’s very clean!There is a hot tub in the pictures but there is no hot tub.It’s super quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Best mountain cabin out there!

Fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Thank you so much! We cannot wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gil M.

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

Just as great as the last time.

We rented this cabin exactly 3 years ago during Covid, and were blown away so we came back. Still an amazing value with a million dollar view. Fresh paint and a brand new deck were a nice surprise. Central location makes activities easy, yet the cabin is VERY private and peaceful. Can’t go wrong with this one.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany S.

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

Wedding Guests

Overall the house was nice. The views were spectacular. However, the road getting up the mountain was rough. We told our guests to rent SUVs. I wish there had been an electronic lock for the door. We contacted the property mgr and was given the location of the key. Also, there weren’t photos of the additional bedrooms or bathrooms. They were a bit disappointing. They both have a queen bed and set on bunk beds. Also, their en suite bathrooms were super dated. Having said that, we booked at an amazingly low rate so it was worth it 🙂.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Thank you so much for review. We updated en-suite to walk-in shower. We also had the road re-graveled. We appreciate your feedback .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great North Carolina Escape

We booked this property on fairly short notice to try and put together a quick family vacation this summer due to the COVID issues dragging on. I consider myself lucky to have scored this property as several others we tried to booked got away from us, and this one kept coming up. The view from the back porch is amazing, and the home itself is huge. The pictures are accurate, when we arrived the tables were set just like they are in the pics. The home is set up perfectly with everything you need to settle in and enjoy the area. There are restaurants and grocery stores nearby, and the home is centrally located to many activities like waterfall hikes or rafting on the Nantahala. We will definitely be planning on renting this one again, maybe in the fall for the leaves changing colors. As others mentioned, the road up is one lane gravel and a little intense if you aren't used to that. Overall a 5-star rental for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2020
Thank you so much!! A pleasure hosting you!! Safe travels home and keep us in mind in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We stayed at this cabin for 10 nights. When you enter this home you are just in awe of the A frame windows and view. Brand new deck where I enjoyed coffee every morning, and they have a keurig or normal coffee pot option :-). The kids loved having their own rooms and bathrooms plus being in the loft was super exciting for them. The upstairs bedrooms do not have tvs (ours are just on their phones anyways) but the master bedroom and living room do. Kitchen is nice and had all cook wear that we needed. The only tiny thing was the water pressure in the kitchen wasnt good, which was probably just a faucet thing (easy fix) and there is a nice breakast table and a 6 person dinner table which was great for our family but the chairs were a bit dirty. Road up to the cabin is a little steep in some parts and bumpy but our van made it up with no problem plus we always saw deer in the afternoons. If you forgot anything on vacation or need anything there is a walmart and a brand new Ingles that just opened up down the road. I definitly recommend especially if you want an authentic cabin in the Smokey Mountains. We would stay here again :-)
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom K.

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

Amazing Mountain Cabin

Overall, we were just amazed at this beautiful property. Very spacious and well appointed. We would have given a hands-down 5 stars had it not been for initial mechanical and electrical issues. Lamp bulbs burned out, lamps not working at all, no electricity in master bedroom for our first night - outlets, lamps, ceiling fan and tv had no power. We were also disappointed the sliding glass door from the master bedroom to the gorgeous balcony was broken and could not be used for our stay. We notified the property manager immediately and received a timely response. Although that didn’t correct any issues. We made a trip down the mountain and in to town to buy light bulbs and batteries for the tv remote since they were dead. We are so very thankful the property owner was nearby to respond timely and solved as much as he could on the spot. The following day he arrived in the morning to correct as many remaining issues as possible. He was so easy to work with and dedicated himself to make sure we were comfortable and satisfied. We can’t thank him enough. Once most of the issues were corrected by the owner this became a fantastic stay for the week. We would definitely come back to enjoy this wonderful mountain home. It is too bad the house wasn’t quality-checked prior to making it available for occupancy.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree J.

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

Simply Amazing!!

The cabin was great, the only thing was we didn’t have enough towels. But it worked out. And I don’t remember getting any instructions on what do with trash and laundry. I hope it was ok with what we did. Thanks again and I hope that you found us to be great people h that you would rent to again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maura W.

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

AMAZING VIEW

This property was amazing. The pictures do not do it justice!! My favorite part was watching the sunrise in the backdrop of the mountains. The property owner was qick to respond to any questions and made sure everything was ready for our visit. I would highly recommend coming here!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britterny B.

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

Excellent experience

We Loved our stay at this gorgeous cabin with it's gorgeous view! The property manager and owner were very helpful, the location was excellent for our Smokey Mountain trip! Can't wait to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D. N.

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

Perfect place to relax and unwind!

An awesome property with amazing views! Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stoney W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ruined our vacation

The property looked as if it had not been rented in months. There was trash in the yard and all around the front porch was trash and cigarette butts. Inside the place was filthy, there was dried up blood in the fridge and dead bugs on some of the beds and all over the floor in every room and all the bathrooms. The living room floor was covered with ash from the fire place. When I called the owner she said the place had been cleaned and was ready to go. So when we checked in and told her that it was dirty she said she would send someone out to clean it. We went into town and came back hours later( about 2 hours after the listed check in time) and no one had been out to clean. So I called the owner and she agreed to give me a full refund but she only gave me back a partial amount. So she not only ruined our vacation but stole money from us as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Wonderful setting, comfortable stay and great hospitality.

View of pond and mountain each morning was a delight. Cottage was full of comfort - from beds to sofa and chairs. Kari had so many special touches for us: K-cups, snacks, even a toothbrush and toothpaste which came in handy when our grandson stayed a few nights with us. Air hockey was a huge hit with him as was roasting marshmallows and the hot chocolate k-cups. Easy access up driveway, and into town. If you arrive at night, just slow down for the sharp right turn into driveway. The pond is right there by driveway, but not easy to see at night. We expect to be stay here again in the future and enjoy it all over again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

MARK G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

good but could be a whole lot better

This cabin is beautiful but not easy to get to. The property needs a lot of TLC. The Cabin needs a deep cleaning and repairs. the water pressure is lousy. they have a big bug problem dead and alive. the wrap around porch needs to be replaced
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy Z.

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

Very quite Excellent view

Very secluded with a beautiful view. No walking trails in the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Amazing property

This home is absolutely stunning!! The views from the living room make you not want to leave . We had 7 people in our group and a baby and we all had plenty of room to spread out. I enjoy cooking and took full advantage of the large kitchen. The drive up was easy and was centrally located to the things we wanted to do. I would highly recommend this cabin! Also, the owners were great at answering our questions in a timely manner
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jay C.

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

Awesome Cabin

The cabin was great. Better than we expected. We have rented many cabins over the years and this one ranks as one of the best. This was my first experience renting a vacation property from Vrbo and was someone disappointed. Vrbo left us hanging in regard to what I consider vital and important information and status of the upcoming rental. We were unable to get specific info leading up to the rental date. Did get plenty of computer generated emails but communication with Vrbo representatives was cumbersome and sparse. Made several attempts as the rental period approached to get info for entering the rental property. Received one email stating that in entry instruction would be emailed on the day of the rental period. Never received that info. We drove hundreds of miles not knowing how to get into the property, often stopping to check the mobile app for awaited instructions, which never came. We were very fortunate to find the cleaning service still there when we arrived. They provided the keys to the property. The anxiety we experienced could easily have been avoided. There were no rental instructions at the cabin such as how to operate TV, property info, or anything. But overall, the property was delightful. Vrbo service left much to be desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Amazing view and privacy

Great place to stay. Biggest complaint was hot tub is inoperative and obviously has been for a long time. This isn't mentioned in the property description and in fact it includes a photo of the hot tub. That is one of the requirements I used to decide where to stay. Very, Very disappointed with that. Fix the hot tub, treat the outdoor wood to remove the weathered look, stop filling the soap bottle in the guest bathroom with water (no soap left in it), provide check out instructions, and this would have been an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Absolutely beautiful!

We had a wonderful stay here! I personally loved the way it was furnished; rustic, but not your cliche cabin decor (you know, bear decor and quilts everywhere). It was very elegant; we didn't even want to move the table settings, they were so pretty! And that couch!! I cannot get over the couch; it was part of the reason I chose the cabin. The WiFi wasn't strong, but you're in the mountains! The view from the deck (wraparound deck) was lovely! While there aren't any photos of the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms (and baths), know that they are spacious and each includes a queen bed and a set of bunk beds. The kitchen is well stocked, if you plan to cook. The jetted tub in the master was a wonderful way to relax after a long drive to get there. We did not receive the level of communication from the host here as we did for the condo we rented in Gulf Shores for the first part of our vacation, but I imagine the condos have more turnaround than cabins well outside of the Smokies. We were not given any check-out instructions, so we kinda had to wing it. :) The road getting to the cabin is not the greatest; there are lots of ruts. But our minivan made it just fine. Overall, this was a wonderful "home away from home" to return to after a long day of hiking and waterfall chasing. I can see myself wanting to rent this same cabin should I decide to come back to the area for more hiking. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

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

Wonderful with Fantastic Views!

This is a wonderful property, clean, large, comfortable beds (tempurpedic), well furnished and of course has fantastic views! While a windy narrow gravel road leads to the property, we never encountered another car (just some deer) and the best views are never easy to get to - well worth it and I personally loved the drive up the mountain. I highly recommend this property! (Do note, the hot tub is not operational; but the fee was refunded.)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

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

Amazing Property

My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The property was beautiful and spacious. The views from the back porch are amazing. Will stay here again and recommend it to all!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Spectacular view.

Our stay was great and the view was spectacular, however, I would like to point out two things that are listed as amenities that do not exist. 1) The lower level "game room" does not exist or it's not available at this time (the door is locked). 2) There is no expanded cable TV service. The only option is to stream from services like Netflix or Hulu on the large screen TV at the main level (you will need to use your own account for any of the streaming services). If you want to steam from other services you will have to bring your own Apple TV or device and connect it to the TV and the Internet. One last thing, the hot tub/jacuzzi outside the master bedroom seen on a couple of the pictures is not functioning. Per the owner, there is some kind of city/county ordinance for short-term rental properties that prohibit its use.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kasey Handwerker

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Why they chose this property

Easy access, incredible views, 5 star luxury hotel bedding! Down pillows, bamboo sheets, and many extras!

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English, Chinese (Mandarin)
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