One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Nantahala National Forest
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Balcony or patio
Barbecue
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Washer/dryer
Explore the area
Franklin, NC
Nantahala National Forest
Place, Nantahala National Forest
‪1 min walk‬
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
‪2 min drive‬
The Factory
Place, The Factory
‪2 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Loft
1 Double Sofa Bed
Sleeper Sofa
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental
Big Bear Cabin Rentals are found in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains in beautiful Macon County, North Carolina. Our charming North Carolina vacation rentals are located on a quiet wooded mountainside conveniently off of Hwy 441 in Franklin.
Our cozy, fully furnished vacation log homes are a real breath of fresh air from the typical motel chains and are perfect for your next family vacation or that special honeymoon getaway. Real log siding and log railings give Bear Cabin a rustic look. Take advantage of the easy access and close proximity to town.
Bear Cabin sleeps 4 adults comfortably in 2 bedrooms with queen beds; however, with a queen-size sleeper sofa, each can sleep up to 6 adults. A loft above the kitchen and dining area is perfect for kids and has a full-size futon mattress. Our cabins feature rustic furnishings and decor and include all the amenities you need, as well as free wifi. Bear Cabin features a full kitchen with breakfast nook in the dining area, stackable washer and dryer, and satellite TV service. All cabins have benches and fire rings in addition to outdoor grills and rockers on the front porch.
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed in our cabins. A pet fee of $100 per pet (this includes pets of your own AS WELL AS pets brought to the property by friends, family, or anyone not in the booking party) must be paid at the time of booking and will be invoiced separately.
Unless you have paid a pet fee and your pet is approved to be at the property, no pets (including the pets of any visitors as well as any stray animals) are allowed on the premises. Guests will be evicted immediately if any unauthorized pets are brought onto the property. The pet fee grants you permission to bring a pet; any extra cleaning and/or repairs of damage caused by the pet will result in additional fees. You are responsible for cleaning up any/all pet refuse; failure to do so will result in additional fees.
We require an e-signed rental agreement which will be emailed after booking. Rental terms in the agreement are listed under House Rules on Airbnb, the general description on VRBO/HomeAway, or on our website. Big Bear Cabin Rentals reserves the right to cancel an Instant Booking if the guest does not agree to the terms of the rental agreement fully or refuses to sign it.
Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out time: 10:00 AM Quiet hours: 10 PM and 8 AM. Self-check-in with lockbox. You will receive an email with check-in and out instructions approximately 7 days prior to arrival. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email.
Size Restrictions Guests: Between 1 and 6 allowed Adults: Between 1 and 6 allowed Children: Any amount allowed Pets: Maximum of 2 allowed. Pet fee of $100 per pet is applicable and will be invoiced separately. Parking: Maximum of 2 vehicles allowed
No parties or events allowed. No smoking policy in effect.
To avoid extra cleaning fees, we ask that you clean up after yourselves and leave the cabins in good order. All bath linens should be left in the bathtub, dishes should be washed, dried and put away, floors swept and all the garbage should be collected and put in the garbage can outside. We'll take care of the bedding.
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Franklin
Located in Franklin, this cabin is in a rural area. Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Rose Creek Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Factory and Franklin Golf Course. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
The Factory - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 50 min drive - 68.0 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬10 min walk
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental?
As of 3 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental on 9 October 2026 start from NZ$1,134, 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 Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental located?
Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Whistle Stop Mall. The Factory and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The cabin is small but the space works well. We have three boys and had enough room. The cabin is close to stores and restaurants. The kitchen is well stocked with everything needed.
We stayed here because it was supposed to be wheelchair accessible due to having no steps. Due to the severe slope of the parking space, I was unable to use my power chair and had to go in on crutches which was not safe. My son who is also in a chair had to be carried in.
The sofa bad had not been cleaned, there was trash and food wrappers in it when we opened it.
esta propiedad es romantica.dulce y simplemente maravillosa yo fui con mi familia para distraernos un poco del trabajo y de la pandemia. y la pasamos super bien ,franklin es una lindo lugar y si deseas conocer y no gastar tanto empieza por rentar esta bella y economica cabana, la disfrutaras por dentro y por fuera .,y el personal a cargo es maravilloso, rapido,amable y te ayudaran en todo lo que nesesites y al instante. yo y mi familia definitivamente volbemos pronto. gracias por rentarnos la cabana
The property was great. We came up to Franklin to spend the weekend with my two boys that live in Gatlinburg, TN, and the Bear Cabin was excellent. We enjoyed everything the cabin had to offer especially the porch and the fire pit area. The property is also close to many attractions. We spent the day Saturday in Highlands which is only a short distance away. The Cabin was comfortable and roomy for the four of us. We will definitely stay here again. The office staff was friendly and accommodating.
My name is Lorie and my husband is Bob, I live in Florida to care for my parents. Bob lives in Western New York to work and care for our home and lab. This was our first vacation since our honeymoon 19 years ago.
I'm only telling you this to explain why you made our time together at your place so special. We only see each other a couple weeks out of the year and we had a great time exploring and going to waterfalls. Love the cabin!!! Thank you so much 🥰
The cabin was just what we needed for myself, my wife and our 3 year old. I would recommend to anyone interested.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2020
Thank you Kristian for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Big Bear Cabin Rentals. Everything was great and we would welcome you back anytime in the future.
The stay here was wonderful not as secluded as would of liked but very nice and beautiful cabin, friendly host. We had a manual car and the hill we parked on wasnt the easiest but they did their best to accommodate us. Great place to stay.
Cabin is small and cozy. It was perfect for what we need it for since we didn't spend a lot of time there. Just need a place to wind down and sleep. Proximity to town was very nice. Would stay there again if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thanks so much for staying with us! We're glad you enjoyed your stay.
We’ve never used Vrbo before, and this was a great experience. Our questions were answered immediately, booking was quick, and follow-ups were handled quickly and professionally. We’ll book this property again as we return to the area for personal business.
Thank you for a great first Vrbo experience!