River's Edge Cabin - Swim - Kayak - Fish From Your Backyard !!!!

Franklin, North Carolina
$268 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Located at the base of the Cullasaja River Gorge, 5 miles from Franklin, the Rivers Edge Cabin offers easy water access. 10 miles from Highlands, NC. Relax on the open deck to the sound of rushing mountain water or... better yet... jump in! The kitchen is open with a dining table and a bar area. It is outfitted with cookware, utensils, dishes, a coffee maker, a toaster, and more. The cabin is fully stocked with linens, bedding, towels, & blankets. The deck area has plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, gas grill cooking, or just relax by the water. The cabin has Wi-Fi and XM radio. The living area is equipped with a flat-screen TV (with Netflix and other streaming channels you can log into) and a DVD player with an assortment of movies. There are also two enclosed porch areas that are perfect for rainy days. Plus tubes, kayaks, and a fire pit! Experience the beauty of 3 waterfalls..... (Dry Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, the Cullasaja Gorge) just a short distance from the cabin. Hike the many Nantahala Trails such as the Carolina Ridge and Ranger Fall Loop. Pan for native gems at Jackson Hole. All plus more within minutes of this prime location! LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Nikwasi Mound (7 miles), The Factory (11 miles), Wildwater Nantahala Rafting & Canopy Tours (24 miles), Cherokee Casino and Spa (27 miles), Oconaluftee Indian Village (28 miles), Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (30 miles), Scaly Mountain Ski Area (30 miles), Cataloochee Ski Area (44 miles) DISCOVER NATURE: Little Tennessee River Greenway (5 miles), Bartram Trail: Wallace Branch to William's Pulpit (13 miles), Rufus Morgan Trailer & Falls (22 miles), Appalachian Trail (25 miles), Nantahala Gorge (25 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (30 miles), Whiteside Mountain (30 miles) GEM MINES: Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine (7 miles), Old Cardinal Gem Mine (7 miles), Rose Creek Mine (6 miles), Mason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine (17 miles) AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (67 miles) The River’s Edge Cabin Pet Policy........We understand how it is when going on vacation and you must leave part of your family home. That’s why we allow our guests to bring along their pets with a non-refundable $100 pet fee per pet. Pets must be approved prior to the visit. Pets must be crated if your pet is left alone. If you do not have a crate your pet must be able to be left on the porch. You will be responsible for any damages created by your pet. We do not allow pets on the bedding or the furniture. And we expect you to clean up after your pet inside and out. If you allow your pet to enjoy the Cullasaja River with you, please make sure their paws are clean before going back into the cabin. We have supplied a water hose in case it's needed. We appreciate you following the rules of the River’s Edge Cabin so all our guests can enjoy their stay.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1010 Sq Ft (94 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Outdoor Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Netflix Stereo Streaming Services Video Library Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Smoking Outside Only Dispose Of Butts Properly Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Tiffany

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 23, 2026

    We enjoyed every minute at this house. It is easy to get to but felt much more remote. Spent most of our time on the amazing screened porch listening to & watching the Callusaja river. A gaggle of geese floated by one morning. It was great to have the hose outside to rinse muddy shoes after a day of hiking nearby. Comfortable beds, kitchen well stocked. Nothing to complain about here!

  • Cheryl

    Submitted Oct 24, 2021

    Stayed Oct 17, 2021

    It was so peaceful and quiet. Sitting on the deck and hearing the water was very relaxing.

  • Submitted Apr 22, 2019

    Stayed Apr 19, 2019

    We had a wonderful, but crazy weather, weekend in the Highlands! The cabin was perfect despite all of the seasons we experienced in one single weekend!

  • Lisa B.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2026

    Stayed Jun 11, 2026

    Thank you for the perfect relaxing getaway. The cabin offered all the conveniences needed. The sounds and sights of the river are exactly as we hoped. We thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful Highlands Road with access to waterfalls and hiking.

  • Jackie B.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2026

    Stayed Jun 17, 2026

    Cabin was in a great location. Cabin was very clean and what we expected.

  • Melissa S.

    Submitted May 11, 2026

    Stayed May 4, 2026

    The cabin was super clean and just what we expected. We had a fabulous time.

  • Linda G.

    Submitted May 7, 2026

    Stayed May 1, 2026

    We enjoyed our stay at River’s Edge! The house was as expected - very clean and comfortable. The river is gorgeous and we even caught 2 fish! We would love to come back one day.

  • S S.

    Submitted May 2, 2026

    Stayed Apr 23, 2026

    Great location on the Cullasaja River. I imagine it would be ideal in the summer for kayaking, tubing, and swimming. The water was a little too cold for that in April. We had a relaxing time between a little fishing, checking out the waterfalls, and visiting nearby towns.

  • Kingsley M.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    Property was perfect

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Clean. Perfect white noise of flowing river to relax to.

  • Lora J.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Beautiful and peaceful location. Loved the direct access to the river for trout fishing.

  • Diana B.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 21, 2025

    Attentive host…. The house itself was very cozy and had a gorgeous view. Hosts care about their guests

  • Jeanette F.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    The cabin was very comfortable, and the location is beautiful!

  • Kristin S.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Lovely riverfront home. Relaxing and clean. Definitely recommend! My husband enjoyed fishing in the river everyday! (No fish caught but still fun!)

  • Scott D.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    The property was small, clean and quaint.

  • Melanie H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Lovely cottage right on the river. Beautifully decorated, with everything that we needed. Perfect place to decompress and relax to the sound of the river.

  • robert w.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Unique property with lots of character. It was very comfortable, the river was beautiful and my son caught 2 fish just steps from the house. The hosts were truly great. I loved it and we hoped to go back next spring

  • David B.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Very nice, clean property right on the river.

  • Amanda N.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Very nice location.

  • Caroline V.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Loved being right on the water. It was a short drive to waterfalls and the highlands downtown. We loved the visiting the dry falls which was only about 10 min drive from the property. Additionally, it was nice to just hang at the house, play in the water and grill out dinner. We plan on returning soon!

  • James S.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 12, 2025

    Clean, comfy and close to many activitues and downtown Franklin. Loved our stay!!

  • Lisa R.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    It was exactly what we needed to get away for just a few days. We didn't even have to bring our toothbrush the house was well stocked for our stay.

  • Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Everything was perfect, including the new mirror, with one exception. I was in town visiting aged parent so Wi-Fi was important for my downtime. Unfortunately it was very frustrating because I had to reboot the modem a minimum of 5 times a day and on one occasion as many as 15 times. If you don’t need Wi-Fi it’s a great place to stay. Very clean and kitchen had all the necessary items for cooking.

  • jessica g.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Enjoyed our brief stay, lovely cabin.

  • Becky O.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    It is a beautiful, very clean older place. It was easy to find. The only drawback was the neighbor with the red SUV. On our first morning there, she banged on the door actually scaring us. We had parked in the gravel in front of our cottage. She informed us with balled up fists on her hips that we had to move our vehicle. Later, we drove how she could have gone around us. We were not blocking her in.

  • Krista A.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    My kids had a blast playing on the river all day!! We only stayed for 3 nights, but I'll definitely come back for longer next time!! I did check out early on a Sunday, so I brought the trash to the recycling center Saturday before they closed, a slight inconvenience, but I would'nt ding them for that.

  • Beth S.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    The perfect long weekend getaway. The cabin is spacious and super clean. We really enjoyed sitting on the deck, listening to the river.

  • Sally J.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Nice, quiet location. Close to town.

  • Margaret A.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    This property is exactly right for a summer weekend away - the water access cannot be beat and lots of great hiking nearby. The cabin is comfortable and well equipped. It was really special to be able to bring our dog- she loved sitting on the front porch watching the fireflies (and rabbits) in the field.

  • Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 13, 2025

    Super spot for me near the bottom of the Franklin-Highlands road. I was there for a family emergency, but I can’t wait to come back and put those kayaks to good use. There was an administrative issue that created some problems with check-in, but the hosts did everything they could to resolve the issue. Great people! Being able to sit out on the back porch over the Culasaja River was so peaceful and I really enjoyed listening to the roiling water as I drifted off to sleep. The bed was very comfortable and I had everything I needed except a full length mirror. Thank you so much! Can’t wait to come back!

  • Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    One of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed. It is right on the river so we stayed on the deck most of the time we were at the cabin and listened to the river and watched and fed the geese and their babies as they swam by. Coffee in the mornings and reading on the deck was so relaxing while enjoying the river. The cabin was very clean and had everything you needed to make it feel like home. We highly recommend this cabin.

  • Susan M.

    Submitted May 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 29, 2025

    The setting is beautiful, sounds of the river are relaxing. The little cabin is charming with everything hyoid might need. Location is convenient to everything. Highly recommend.

  • Joshua M.

    Submitted May 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    The house is cute and has everything needed for a relaxing and calming time. Being able to sit outside and listen to the water rushing by and taking a quick dip or raft, kayak trip was also a wonderful experience. My doggo also had a wonderful timne playing and he felt super relaxed in the space as well.

  • Karen H.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2025

    Stayed Feb 20, 2025

    loved being on the river so beautiful

  • Heather M.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    This charming cabin on the river was perfect for our 3-day stay in the Franklin area. Furnishings were comfortable and the cabin was cozy and warm during the cool evenings. The deck looked so inviting but the drizzly cold weather kept us from spending our evenings out there. Next time!

  • Dezaree W.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    This property is ideal. Right on the river. Can walk down and wade or sit in chairs at water. Minutes from Franklin. It does have neighbors across river and beside home but that didn’t take away from peaceful location.

  • Bonnie D.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    we usually come to n.c to ride the blueridge and roads off it. rivers edge nice quiet place and relaxing. been coming here for about past 4 years and we enjoy it

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