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Full Log Cabin,11 wooded acres near Franklin NC. Sleeps 16 in Beds. Waterfalls.

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Lodge at Beasley Mine looking up from the yoga deck and rec deck area.
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Living Room with 25' ceiling. Doors lead to outside wrap around porch.
The Lodge at Beasley mine in the fall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sheffield Mine
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Barn Room

2 Queen Beds

Bear Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Buck and Doe Room (Master Suite)

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

LIttle Critter Room Bunk House

+2
6 Single Bunk Beds

Western Room

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Barn Room Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bear Room Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Buck and Doe Room (Master Bathroom)

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Guest Bath

Toilet

Western Room Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Full Log Cabin,11 wooded acres near Franklin NC. Sleeps 16 in Beds. Waterfalls.

This gorgeous full-log home is located 11 miles from Franklin, NC on 11 wooded acres near the top of Bench Mountain. It sits at an elevation of 2,785 feet with a great view of the surrounding valley. This secluded property is bordered by the Nantahala National Forest with mountain hiking. The 4,400 sq ft, three story cabin contains: 4 custom decorated family suites, a loft, and 4 1/2 baths. Awesome 1,100 square foot game room in the lower level. It is lavishly furnished with art-work caliber hand-crafted live edge pieces. This home contains all the amenities necessary to enjoy your North Carolina vacationing experience. The Master Suite, called the Buck & Doe Room contains a handcrafted custom king bed. The Bear Den has a queen bed, the Western Room has a queen bed. The Rustic Barn Room has 2 Queen Sharper Image Memory Foam beds. The Cowboy Loft has a pull out queen couch. A wrap-around porch on the main floor is accessible from the Master Suite and the Bear Den, with the main Viewing Deck completely covered, and has a staircase to the lower level deck. The game room (Little Critter Room) has six custom bunk beds, each with outlets, lights and chalk boards. The property sleeps 10 adults in the bedrooms, 2 more in the loft (fold-out couch) and 6 children in twin bunk beds. Our main gathering room in the Lodge has a massive stone fireplace that reaches to the top of the cathedral ceiling. The Lodge is large enough for almost any family gathering looking to enjoy the great Smoky Mountains. The Loft is also a TV room with a 75” TV and DVD collections for all ages and a book library with over 100 hardcover titles. The lower level has a wrap-around fully covered deck. The Game Room has ping-pong, air hockey, foosball, and a 12 foot table shuffleboard. The Game Room also has a 75” LED Mac Daddy TV with multiple gaming console's and game library. This home is a party and relaxation paradise. What we offer above the rest however, is our spectacular property. Sitting on 11 acres of mountainside, we have several hiking trails, swings, hammocks and 3 seasonal waterfalls. Above us is unlimited hiking and hunting (in season) in the bordering Nantahala Forest. In addition to 4 fire pits and a hot tub, we have our own 10,000 sq. ft. Mountain Recreational Deck. It boasts a multi-purpose sand court for volleyball, badminton, and many other games. We have a great horseshoe pit, corn-hole set, tetherball and more. It has a covered Pavilion with a huge barn table. All sports equipment is included. So if you want to venture out for any of the spectacular day trips available or simply enjoy your visit to the Lodge at Beasley Mine, we’ve got you covered.

Property manager

Ricky Howe
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n' Play, Highchair. Child gates.
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Events

No events allowed
There is parking for 6-10 vehicles near house.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking indoors at any time.
Garbage - Do not leave food or garbage outside at any time. Drop off trash at 4433 Bryson City Road, Franklin NC 28734 - (7.1 miles from house).
We have Starlink Satellite Internet with unlimited bandwidth. Use the signal Lodge Extender (pw 123456789)
Septic & Well - We are on septic and have a 600' well with good filtration. We drink the well/tap water and it's very good & cold.

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
Note from host: There is parking for 6-10 vehicles near house.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fontana Lake and Nantahala National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sheffield Mine - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 17 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Gold City Gem Mine - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Mason Mountain Mine - 20 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sheffield Mine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wild Rose Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Smoke Pit Bar B Que - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Full Log Cabin,11 wooded acres near Franklin NC. Sleeps 16 in Beds. Waterfalls. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Full Log Cabin,11 wooded acres near Franklin NC. Sleeps 16 in Beds. Waterfalls.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Full Log Cabin,11 wooded acres near Franklin NC. Sleeps 16 in Beds. Waterfalls.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Full Log Cabin,11 wooded acres near Franklin NC. Sleeps 16 in Beds. Waterfalls. located?

This family-friendly Franklin cabin is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Sheffield Mine and Gold City Gem Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

Fabulous Getaway

Fantastic place to get away and celebrate our sons graduation..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

The hiking and spelunking was exceptional.

After climbing the steep driveway to the peek of the overlooking cabin the three families found their appropriate rooms and settled in. First impressions were great. Spacious and stocked kitchen and amazing basement game room for the kids and adults alike to have fun in. The trails were great and the two mines we explored left us eager to return. Hot tub was cozy and the playground was a cool design.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally K.

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

Family getaway

We had a wonderful time spending time at the beautiful lodge. The children loved playing outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great family getaway

Amazing property with lots of activities for a family getaway. Think twice about coming in a 15 passenger van. Not the ideal vehicle for the steep mountain road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Great place for a large group!

My church youth group had a great stay here and enjoyed all the outdoor space. Lots of lady bugs inside but otherwise the house is beautiful and has lots of space for a large group. The driveway wasn’t too bad but it’s definitely an experience! We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Lovely property

Great home with an incredible location to explore. Perfect for families and great communication from the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Fun for all ages

Perfect for a large family There was something to do for all age levels. No one was bored. Good lighting system inside and out, modern technology throughout all furniture was well built and durable everything was in good working condition, very well, secluded and beautiful mountain scenery would highly recommend staying here for large families of all ages or large groups of all ages had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David R.

The cabin was clean, well stocked, and the owners were very accommodating and easy to connect with

Had a great time in Western North Carolina , traveling with old friends ,the accommodations only made it better ,the cabin is definitely on the return list for the Franklin area .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

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

Full of adventures

Our family had a fun 6 day stay at the cabin. After figuring out how to negotiate the long, steep, and curvy gravel driveway when we first got there, we were very pleased with what awaited us at the top. The cabin was everything as described; the grandkids had fun sleeping in the bunkbeds in the play room downstairs, as well as the outdoor swings and games. The adults enjoyed the upstairs and the great outside amenities, including the fire pits and hot tub. Most of all, the two abandoned mines were enjoyed by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D., Pahokee Fl

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

Great Trip!

Cabin was very enjoyable and comfortable! So much to do and see! We definitely enjoyed to property to the fullest! Thank you for sharing your cabin we had an amazing time!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sudeep H., Cumming

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

Secluded and serene

Location and property was awesome. Facilities and amenities were plenty. Clean and neat. Great outdoor. Great kitchen, plenty of dishes, plates, pots, pans. We enjoyed our stay. Kids enjoyed the basement with all the games. Lady bugs and stink bugs somehow find their way and were everywhere, including beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G., Upstate SC

Amazing place for a group trip

We took our Girl Scout troop for a weekend visit and were all blown away by the awesomeness of the lodge and surroundings. Loved the trails and the bunk beds and game room. Perfect! Would highly recommend this beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., Lakeland florida

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

This home was amazing. This was my first family vacation in years all my grandkids and my children.

We all want to make this a yearly vacation. There is a lot to do for all ages. The home and the view from the house was wonderful. Exploring the property or playing games in the game room kept us busy. Thank you Ricky for sharing your home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

David H., FL

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

Another amazing vacation

15 people. Multiple families. Well appointed home with many great memories. Thanks for having us again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Wonderful Weekend!

Our family had a wonderful weekend. It was absolutely stunning view and the home is beautiful. The furniture and decor was spectacular. The beds were so comfortable I didn't want to leave. The owners have done an awesome job of providing games, ping pong tables, dart boards, shuffleboard, volleyball court to entertain the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing place to reconnect with family

We decided to rent a home for Spring break that would allow us to completely relax, play games, and hike straight off the property. This home was perfect for us and even better than expected! Thank you for providing exactly what we wanted! Everyone had a great time and not a single complaint was heard from any of our four kids (aged 16-10) during the entire trip --- that is saying something!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jinx M.

Lovely home! Very welcoming and comfortable and wonderfully furnished.

Home is wonderful. Very spacious. You will not want to leave. Plenty to do without leaving the property. Very child friendly. Lot of games, plenty of hiking, beautiful view. Great communication with the owner. Will book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

david C.

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

Beasley Mine Awesomeness

First and foremost the beds are super comfortable. The entire family commented on good sleeping. All activities pictured in the house were great. The host was super fast with communication and we even explored the mine. Great Kitchen, grill, etc. Highly recommend this place. The best part is that the owners use this place which usually means it has all the little things you need. The pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Z.

Great for family time

We had a lovely time at the Cabin. Big enough for multiple families to enjoy. Kitchen is very well stocked with all items you might need. The outdoor firepit, rec area and decks provide multiple areas to enjoy the outside and relax. We loved the hiking and walking up the driveway for exercise each day. Fun things to do in the area; tubing, gem stone mining, excursions to Bryson City.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Raanan E.

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

Something for everyone at this lodge

The owner is very responsive and has great communication. Was quick to respond when we reached out. The owner has put a lot of thought into this property. There is so much to do on the property for everyone. It was great exploring the trails and waterfalls, and the mine. They are fully stocked with board games, dvd videos, and books. There are plenty of comfortable sleeping areas. Lots of places outside to relax...swings, hammock, fire pit, hot tub. You are in nature...so expect bugs of all kinds and sizes. Lots of beautiful birds too. There is hand soap, but be sure to bring your own soap and shampoo. To get up to the lodge, with its beautiful view, you go up a very steep and narrow, winding dirt road. It is much easier with 4 wheel drive. There is a lot to do in the area. Its a great location. Would definitely recommend this lodge for a fun getaway in nature. We had a large group of various ages, and everyone really enjoyed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesar H.

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

Amazing house!

The house is fantastic; the location is perfect for connecting with nature and completely disconnecting from the daily hustle. Lots of activities for the kids and adults; the fire pits are very cool and perfect during this time of the year to be outside and enjoy nature. Ricky is a great host. The process was very organized and clear. We'll definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

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

We were a large group celebrating a friends birthday

Everything was right there on the beautiful property trails,hot tub, volleyball,other games, hammock,fire pits etc. and the house itself was just amazing we were a group of 15 and it accommodated everyone amazingly from top to bottom!! The pics online doesn't do this place justice I definitely recommend this place for family vacations or larger group trips for birthdays or girls trip my only con is that we needed a heads up on the drive up to the house it's not for compact cars they can make it up but kinda difficult so it's best to drive a truck,SUV or jeep but it's well worth it to rent one of those types of vehicles if you don't already own one I was fortunately in my Equinox AWD and came up and down easily but some others had compact cars and had minor difficulties but other than that this is an Awesome place to vacation!! There are soooo many more amazing things about this house and property that you will see that I didn't mention because I will be tying forever but again amazing house and property I definitely recommend it!! ❤️ 5⭐s
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emilee L.

Amazing cabin, amazing location

This cabin was amazing in every possible way. The location was great! The owner was very helpful and accommodating, especially since we were traveling with a crawling 1 year old! Lots to do at the Cabin, very private, very nicely decorated. Loved the remote location. The North Carolina side of the Smokies is great!!! Make sure you check out their abandoned mine/cave on the property, and go gem mining at Rose Creek Mine, which is a legit experience owned by the president of the NC Rocks and Minerals Association! We came with two families, could definitely do 3 next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Perfect week in the mountains

Everything about this property is wonderful. There is so much to do and the lodge is huge and beautifully decorated. The driveway was a little scary the first time up but not quite so after that initial time. I don’t advise you to attempt it the first time in the dark. Can’t think of anything negative to say about this property. The Mountain Views were amazing and especially in the morning with the fog. We all had a fantastic mountain vacation and would love to come back again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

Lovely property

The house is amazing. Very kid friendly. The owner was incredibly gracious. We actually got an unprecedented amount of snow while we were there. He allowed us to use his firewood free of charge as the power went out and the fire was our only source of heat. He also offered to allow us to stay as long as we needed without extra fees. It has everything you would need. Just amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

About the host

Hosted by Ricky Howe

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We are Ricky and Debbie Howe from Tampa, FL. We have three amazing grown children and two beautiful grandchildren. We built our cabin with them in mind. We have large family functions and everyone has something to do. You can stay at the cabin for a week and never leave the property, or you can venture out to the neighboring areas for unlimited day trips. Franklin is surrounded by world class waterfalls, hiking, biking, brewery's, distilleries, shopping and dining. The cabin has everything you need. Our guiding principle was that we never wanted to live in a rental house; we wanted to rent our home.

Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood consists of long range mountain views, rolling hills and mountain streams. Every season brings new color and amazing scenery. The Lodge a Beasley Mine has everything needed for an amazing vacation. The huge full log construction is rare and incredibly comfy. The lodge sits on 11 acres of adventure. Multiple fire pits, recreation deck, swings, tree tent, climbing wall, club house, Jacuzzi, zip line, caves, hammocks and waterfalls just to name a few. Sit back on the porch at night and watch the kids chase the fire flies. Our guests say that the Lodge at Beasley Mine is the most fun and memorable vacation they have ever had.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is only 11 miles from town, down a 2 lane country road that winds through the  gorgeous river valley. Above the cabin is the Nantahala National Forest with old mica mines. One of the mines has a waterfall and a beautiful crystal clear pool. You can hike through the forest and even hunt during season. There is one year-round waterfall and two smaller seasonal waterfalls with creeks on the property and several trails. We start every morning with a cozy fire in the massive stone fireplace. There are two wrap around porches for watching the sunsets and the humming birds.  The hot tub sits on Mount Jacuzzi over looking the beautiful mountain range.  We have a fully equipped kitchen with everything need to prepare a beautiful meal for a large family. The Cabin is equipped with a whole house generator and instant hot water.
This is mountain living at its best.

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