Holiday houses in Macon County

HideInnSeek | Bird Nest Treehouse 2 mi to Main St.

Newly Built (March 2025). Escape to luxury at the Bird Nest Treehouse brought to you by the biophilic hospitality brand 'Hide Inn Seek'. Recently named "The Most Spectacular Hidden Treehouse in the USA" by ultra luxury travel writer Jeremy Austin. This treehouse boasts a private spa experience complete with sauna, hot tub & outdoor shower nestled in seclusion of the rhododendron forest. Located in Highlands NC, just 5 minutes from main street. Check out our sister property-- Hillside Treehouse

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BEST Mountain view in Franklin! *New Tiny!*

18 private acres with the BEST VIEW in Franklin. Enjoy the best hiking, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, gem mining, festivals, farm to table restaurants & more! About 10 minutes to the Bartram Trailhead, the AT, and downtown Franklin. Enjoy the privacy of the mountains AND all the modern conveniences. This beautiful tiny boasts 180 degree view of the Smokey Mountains. Come stay & live your best life! Fast wifi, 2 Roku TVs, W/D, full kitchen, bbq grill, spacious deck, and fire pit. Must have 4WD/AWD.

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Sheep’s Knob Refuge- ..Take refuge in Him. Ps 34:8

Our cabin is located 12 miles out of Franklin, NC near the Little Tennessee River. We are in easy traveling distance to whitewater rafting, kayaking both flat water and whitewater, fly fishing rivers, gem mining, zip lining, horseback riding, Deep Creek tubing, river tubing , The Appalachian Trail, hiking trails, waterfalls, Smoky Mountain Train excursions, Cherokee attractions/casino, Dollywood, Smoky Mountain National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, Elk viewings and Biltmore Estate in Asheville.

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Mountain Air Cabin

Adorable & freshly renovated cabin located in a private wooded community between Highlands and Franklin in the Nantahala National Forest. Our light & airy cabin is nestled on almost 4 acres of woodsy, mountainous terrain and is private and picturesque, yet still convenient to town. We love relaxing on the front porch, surrounded by nature and enjoying the sounds of the streams & views of the mountains. It is a peaceful cabin to relax & enjoy the cool breezes and scenery of the Smoky Mountains.

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Huge Views, Outdoor Tub, Fire Pit, Close to Town!

Perched at 4,200' high and under 10 minutes to downtown Highlands and Cashiers, this easily accessed, light filled, cabin offers massive, year-round, long range views of Whiteside &Rock Mountains from every room of the house as well as from our expansive decks! -10 Minutes to Downtown Highlands (shopping, dining, art culture) -8 Minutes to Cashiers Crossroads (Whiteside brewery, coffee, shopping) -5 Minutes to Whiteside Mountain trailhead -15 Minutes to Lake Glenville (Boat Rentals!)

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Cozy Creekside Cabin

Welcome to our cozy creekside cabin! Set on 3/4 of an acre, in a neighborhood setting, surrounded by beautiful trees and a small creek you can listen to while enjoying your morning coffee on the covered deck. This well-equipped cabin is only 3 miles to downtown Franklin (8 minute drive). There is also a Walmart just two miles away. Close to many activities including white water rafting, hiking, biking, waterfalls and scenic drives. 30 minutes to Highlands for great shopping & Dry Falls!

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Mountain Meadow View Escape

NEWLY RENOVATED! Welcome to our peaceful home with stunning views! The house is located in the quiet mountain neighborhood of Meadow View Estates but only about 10-12 min from the charming downtown of Franklin, North Carolina with plenty of activities to keep you and the family busy. The entire upper level is yours with its own private entrance. Access requires steps. Parking is the only shared space since the lower level has a permanent resident. Welcome to life in the mountains!

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The coziest cabin close to town w incredible views

Escape to this beautiful A-frame cabin perfectly nestled in the mountains of Franklin, NC. Enjoy easy paved access close to town, grocery stores, and restaurants while surrounded by peaceful nature. Features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a loft. Relax on two covered porches, grill dinner, or unwind by the fire pit as you take in breathtaking Smoky Mountain sunsets. Clean, stylish, and fully equipped for comfort with hiking, waterfalls, and scenic adventures nearby year-round.

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Hiker's Haven- 3 Bedroom Home, Downtown Franklin

This 3 bedroom home is in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of town where you can enjoy wonderful restaurants and breweries. Greet the morning enjoying your coffee in the sunroom as you watch the birds, Merle the Squirrel and chipmunks. The huge private deck, nestled in trees, is a lovely place for enjoying a glass of wine as the sun sets. Enjoy the flagstone fire pit in the backyard. Get some rest so you can hit the trails refreshed.

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A spacious cottage with gorgeous Mountain Views!

If your idea of a vacation is serenity and relaxation, then the Deerfield Cottage is for you. The property sits on 12 acres, nestled in the Wayah valley just six miles from historical Franklin, NC. In the early mornings or at dusk, look for the deer that frequent the property. Often you will see fawns frolicking in the field under the fruit trees. A 100 year old corn crib harkens back to the early days when this land was part of a working farm.

Family · Value · Wi-Fi

Barndominium in the Nantahala National Forest

This newly built mountain home is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood bordering the Nantahala National Forest but just a ten-minute drive from downtown Franklin. Enjoy slow mornings on the wrap around deck while you take in the beautiful mountain views. Spend your days hiking, biking or fly fishing the numerous nearby trails and rivers. Then wrap up a perfect ending to your day in the hot tub or around a crackling fire watching the sunset.

Value · Location · View

Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock

Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.

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