Franklin Foxfire Cabin - Mountain Views, Fire Pit, Spacious, PS5, Fast WiFi

Welcome to Franklin Foxfire Cabin!
Located in “The Gem Capitol of the World” - Franklin, NC. Only 20 minutes to Franklin, 28 minutes to Bryson City, 30 minutes to Dillsboro and less than 40 minutes to Cherokee.

Our spacious log cabin is the perfect place to relax with friends and family in the wonder and beauty of the North Carolina mountains. This isn’t just another vacation rental property, this is our family cabin that we enjoy sharing with our guests. On 1 acre of land directly connected to many hundreds of acres of North Carolina State Land with plenty of room to explore the outdoors right out your back door! Located across the road from the Little Tennessee River, which is actually quite big! Easy, all season, 2WD access. Everything is paved road except a short gravel road to our concrete driveway.

The space

As you walk through the front door of the cabin you will feel at home with comfortable high-end furnishings and rustic decor in the large living room / kitchen / dining area with a soaring 24 foot vaulted ceiling. The rustic Mountain Laurel railings of the stairwell and loft in this room are a true work of art.

Are you feeling musical? Feel free to strum the Taylor acoustic guitar and Ovation mandolin we have hanging on the wall for our musical guests. The beautiful gas log wood stove will keep you nice and toasty on a cool night. Flat screen TV with BluRay DVD player. We have super fast StarLink internet service at the cabin for wireless internet and streaming all your favorite movies and shows.

The kitchen is well appointed with everything you will need to cook a delicious mountain meal. From high end pots and pans, wine glasses, Yeti cups, coffee maker, blender, Crock pot and everything else you will need to feel right at home. There’s also usually a nice selection of spices and seasonings to use as well. Dining seating for 12 with 8 chairs around the dining table and 4 bar stools at the kitchen island.

Enjoy your morning coffee, meals and cocktails overlooking the mountains on the huge 1,000 square foot deck that surrounds 3 sides of the cabin. Throughout the day, you are likely to see our lovely deer, turkey, squirrels, rabbits and birds as they come out of the woods to enjoy our meadow. In the evening, the glow of the sunset illuminates the mountains in the most beautiful scene. Many nights you will see bats flying above and fireflies fill the air right after the sun sets. Plenty of rocking chairs and gliders make this a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy a glass of wine. Weber Genesis grill and a bar height Polywood table make the deck area perfect for enjoying your time at the cabin. During the season, you will enjoy many hummingbirds as well.
At dusk is the right time to enjoy roasting marshmallows and enjoying cool nights around the fire pit.

Master Bedroom (Main Level - Sleeps 2): Located on the main level, this bedroom features a gorgeous rustic King size bed with high end mattress. Huge bathroom with rain water shower and double sinks. Flat screen TV so you can stream all your favorite shows.

Main Level Guest Bathroom: Located on the main level, this spacious half bath also has a closet with full size washer & dryer.

Loft Area (Upstairs - Sleeps 3): The mountain views out of the cathedral bay windows is amazing from the loft. Facing the view, is a nice little desk and printer that makes for the perfect place to get some work done. A rustic log bunkbed with a Queen bottom bunk and Twin top bunk is great space for additional sleeping. There’s also a nice library of books and games to enjoy in the loft.

Upstairs Bedroom (Sleeps 4): Located upstairs, this room can sleep 4 and is perfect for the family with young kids. Queen size bed with high end mattress. The small, outdoor balcony deck is a nice place to enjoy some fresh air. Connected to this room, you open the door to “The Fox Den” where the built in bunk beds are a favorite with the kids. A perfect place for kids and adults alike to sleep the night away.

Downstairs Bedroom (Sleeps 2): This large bedroom on the lower level can be accessed by its own private, separate french door entrance or from the house. Gorgeous, high end refined rustic furnishings make this room quite special. King size bed with high end mattress. 65 inch TV to stream all your favorites. Currently, there is no bathroom on the lower level.

Downstairs TV Room (Sleeps 2): This eclectically decorated room is a fun space for adults and kids alike. There’s a huge 85 inch TV with PlayStation 5 with PlayStation Plus Premium! A comfortable Queen Sleeper sofa provides an extra sleeping room. A great place to get away from the main area and watch a movie or play games. Feel free to rock out on the Fender Mustang GTX50 guitar amp if you bring an electric guitar with you!

Kids and adults alike will love exploring the property which directly connects to many hundreds of acres of North Carolina State lands. You can explore the woods and trails and find many beautiful creeks on your hike. You can walk through the property and cross the road to find the Little Tennessee River (although we would recommend just driving for easier access.)

This spacious cabin is a favorite spot for unplugging from the daily grind and getting back to nature while still enjoying comfortable amenities. We know our happy place will become your happy place too!

Things to Do Nearby:


We are 1/2 a mile away from Queen Branch park. Queen Branch has over 1,600 feet of frontage on the Little Tennessee River and is open for exploring, swimming, fishing, hunting and is part of the Blue Ridge Snorkel Trail.

Tellico Trout Farm (Open Seasonally) - Located less than 15 mins away, this it one of our favorite spots. A beautiful farm and trout hatchery with a great pond to catch from. Includes fishing rods, bait and cleaning for only $6/lb. You can also take your own fishing rods if you prefer.

Wesser Bald Fire Tower - Located less than 30 minutes away, The 30-foot tall tower atop Wesser Bald on the Appalachian Trail provides 360-degree mountain views of the Nantahala National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains. Moderate hike under 3 miles round trip.

Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) - Less than 30 minutes away. Whitewater rafting, zip lining, mountain biking, outfitter shop, restaurant, bar and more! The NOC is a legendary place and definitely worth a visit.

Gem Mining - You will pass a few Gem mines on the way to the cabin, but they are everywhere. Lots of fun for kids and adults in the “Gem Capitol of the World!”

Highlands, NC - Less than an hour away. This beautiful and boujee town is worth a visit. Lots of waterfalls, restaurants (six of which have received awards from Wine Spectator), shops, historic inns, spas, golf and more!

Our Favorite Restaurants:

Caffe REL - 20 minutes from the cabin, this is one of our top favorites. As featured in Southern Living, USA Today, The Cooking Channel and many more, this delicious European bistro is inside a gas station!

Haywood Smokehouse - A little over 20 minutes from the cabin is the #1 Brisket in the USA according to YELP. If you’re in the mood for some great BBQ, Haywood Smokehouse is the place to go.

Gracious Plates on Main - 20 minutes from the cabin, this farm-to-table spot is always a wonderful choice. Located on Main St in Downtown Franklin, it’s the perfect spot for Brunch, Lunch or Dinner. Great menu with many craft cocktail and wine selections.

Cette cabane offre de nombreuses prestations et notamment des barbecues, un jardin et une laverie. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Cette cabane de Franklin est non-fumeurs.