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Smoky Mountain Escape 1
Welcome to Smoky Mountain Escape! Enjoy some of the best views of the Smoky Mountains! Relax and take in the scenery in all directions while enjoying a cup of coffee, glass of wine, or just sitting around the bonfire. This well-equipped mountain house is located at the top of a mountain near many popular destinations. Close to many activities including white water rafting, hiking, biking, waterfalls, and scenic drives. Located near popular Bryson City. AWD or 4x4 car REQUIRED to access property.

Private Luxury Glamping Dome | Hot Tub & Views
Don’t just visit the mountains and find a place to stay. Enjoy a full luxury-glamping experience in a one-of-a-kind romantic geodesic dome overlooking the Smoky Mountains and make memories that will last a lifetime. ⭐️Located on 4.5 acres surrounded by mountains and wooded views ⭐️Equipped with: Hot tub Outdoor fire pit (& s’mores fixings) Indoor fireplace Private hiking trail to a two-person hammock with an even more stunning mountain view.

Secluded A-Frame | Amazing View | Couples Getaway
The Red Shed A-Frame with an amazing view of the Smoky Mountains has been renovated into a stunning, unique private oasis! Less than 10 minutes from town! Private and secluded outdoor haven includes a hot tub with gazebo, bar, outdoor shower. Fire pit, egg chairs, BBQ, large deck, tetherball. You will never want to leave! Inside, beautiful Parklin Interiors designer space, brand new kitchen, coffee bar, and more! Large loft with king bed with a view, and downstairs a second cozy Queen bedroom.

Cozy Cabin 2 beds Mtn view
Escape to our charming 2-bedroom cabin nestled near Franklin, NC, where breathtaking mountain views await. Ideal for a small family seeking adventure or a couple on a romantic escape, our home features a deck designed for immersive scenic enjoyment. Imagine unwinding on the front porch swing, surrounded by natuere. With downtown Franklin just a short 15-minute drive, Bryson City within 20, and Cherokee in 40, your options for exploration are boundless. Secure your serene mountain retreat today!

Little Bear Creek Franklin/Highlands Smoky Mtns.
Bring the whole family including your pets to relax and enjoy this private 1+ acre wooded oasis. Relax in the hot tub or splash in the creek knowing you are just minutes away from the waterfalls, scenic drives, gem hunting, hiking trails, quaint small towns, renowned restaurants and many other adventurous outdoor activities that make Western North Carolina! LBC is located just ten minutes from Franklin and twenty minutes from Highlands on easily accessible paved and beautiful scenic roads.

Rushing Water. Hot Tub. Fire Pit. Big deck. WiFi.
Big discounts for multiple nights. Put in your dates to see price drop. Surround yourself with rushing water, trees & greenery. Large 3/2 in Franklin NC. Nestled along a Scenic Byway in Nantahala National Forest, many call this luxury gem PARADISE. Large deck. Absorb creek sounds with firepit & hot tub overlooking water. Relaxing & invigorating. Fishing, hiking, waterfalls & lake nearby. 12 min to town with cafes, shops, breweries & activities. Smoky Mountains at its best. Reliable internet.

Mountain Blessings Bear Cabin 1
If you are looking for a secluded cabin with breathtaking views where you can relax and unwind this is the place. 4x4 or AWD is required to access the cabin. The driveway is mountainous, steep, and gravel. This cabin has one bedroom and one bath with a pull out sofa bed perfect for a couple or family of 4. Located 20 minutes from Bryson City, the Nantahala Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. **Monthly rentals available for 2 adults only. No pets no exceptions. ***

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!

Mateo 39A at Nantahala Weddings - pets allowed
Pets allowed. $75 pet fee per pet. $150 penalty if you fail to indicate number of pets via "Guests" drop-down menu when you book. The Mateos are 4 small bungalows with eye-popping views of Lake Nantahala and the Smoky Mountains through an 8-foot sliding glass door. Each Mateo has a queen size bed, private bath, ac/heat, and a kitchenette with a Keurig coffeemaker, refrigerator with freezer, air fryer, microwave, tableware, and glassware for two. The Mateos are not handicap-accessible.

Top 1% on Airbnb! Best Views in Bryson City, NC!
Just read our reVIEWS! Our guests can't believe the views. TWO amazing $1,000,000 views from this upscale cabin. To the north, a view of Fontana Lake framed by Great Smoky Mountains National Park (30 min drive) and Kuwohi. To the south, layers upon layers of The Blue Ridge Mountains. Perfect for a romantic getaway, couples retreat, or family vacation. The views are rivaled by the inner beauty and functionality, the outdoor living spaces, screened-in porch, hot tub deck, and fire pit.

Exciting lakeview, fireplace, hot tub, billiards!
This is my fun guest cabin, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, that is next to my cabin, but you have total privacy, and you will not see or hear me, and I do not see or hear you and 1 mile to Nantahala Wedding venue, walking distance to Lakes End Café & Grill, marina, to rent a boat, canoe, etc. Full kitchen, laundry, to make you feel at home. Location is close to every outdoor activities, hikes, waterfalls, lookout towers, streams! closest grocery store in Andrews, 13 miles

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.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Nantahala National Forest
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Little River Escape in the Smokies!

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R&R’s Chalet of the Woods

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BEST Mountain view in Franklin! *New Tiny!*
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- Ober Mountain
- Anakeesta
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