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River Love ❤@ The Barn *Highlands Trout Fishing
This romantic retreat on the CULLASAJA RIVER will have you swooning for your love and wanting to stay longer. Nestled in a picturesque valley at higher elevations with views of the lower gorge and the Cullasaja river rapids as your playground, the open floor plan and abundant windows feel like treehouse. Romantic is just the beginning as you sleep with views of the moon and stars over your bed in 1 of 2 Master Bedrooms. Or choose the 2nd enormous suite downstairs for more views of the river.

Romantic Mountain Escape with Hot Tub & Great View
Explore the mountains while chasing waterfalls and counting stars ✨ gazing through the skylight at the dome. Catch breathtaking views of the Mountain Scape & Relax listening to the sounds of the creek below 💞. Enjoy the privacy & seclusion while being within minutes to downtown Sylva & Dillsboro, Harrah's Cherokee Casino & The Smoky Mountain Scenic Train Ride 🚂. The National Parks & Blueridge Parkway is within 25 mins while bigger cities like Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge are about an hours drive.

RiverBunk, Highlands Vintage Treasure
RiverBunk fronts Culasaga River in the historic Mirror Lake area on Hicks Road. 1 mi from downtown, shopping, restaurants, art, spa, wine garden and outdoor activities. Truly a one of a kind cottage that will bring you back and wow you with coziness and romantic memories. Perfect for the couple who wants to escape but tip out to one of the many eateries or waterfalls in the area. Hiking, zip-line, seasonal snow tubing and local galleries will keep you entertained. Amazing New Dock and Dingy

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.

Secluded Waterfall Cabin.
Romantic, rustic cabin at the base of a 35-foot waterfall, nestled in the middle of 16 secluded acres surrounded by national forest that extends to the Chattooga River. This magical get-away caters to those with an adventurous spirit. Hike from the cabin to additional waterfalls, bike down Turkey Ridge Road to Opossum Creek Trail and the Five Falls or drive two miles to the Chattooga Belle Farm. The Waterfall Cabin is a joy to us all, and we hope you love it as much as we do. No cleaning fee.

17 Degrees North Mountain Cabin
Awaken in a luxury king size bed and slide open the garage door to sweeping views of the Smokies. Enjoy coffee on the deck. Fully furnished bed and bath, AC/Heat and kitchenette. Pets permitted $40/first pet $20/each additional pet. Area is fenced. Listen to the river while lying in the in-deck hammock. The perfect stage for a restful afternoon or night time stargazing. Watch the wildlife and farm animals or fish for trout in our 1/2 mile of river. Quiet~ private~ breathtaking~ accessible~

Mad Hatter Cottage ~ *Dark Whimsical Riverfront*
~ This isn't your bedtime fairytale ~ Bogged down with the mundane, we set off to escape from reality for a little bit and create the Wonderland of our adult dreams on this pristine riverfront lot. Step into a different realm where not all is as it initially seems. Wonderland is all grown up and ready to surprise you with carefully crafted details designed to immerse you, shock you, incite you, excite you, and even confound you at every turn. Minimums: Weekday: 2-night Weekend: 3-night

Cabin/relax to raging rapids/hiking trail/secluded
RELAX at Bearfoot Falls! private and peaceful, up in the mountain, nestled amongst national forestry, creeks and water rapids in back yard! Open the windows and listen to the sound of running water! Hiking trails right out of the backyard to beautiful water falls! Indoor fireplace, outdoor gas fire table on screened in porch and outdoor fire pit! NO CHILDREN UNDER 12 no pets, pet fee will be applied for service dogs and only upon review. 25 mins to Highlands!

Log Cabin on Stocked Trout Stream
Fern Hollow is a private real log cabin on a stocked trout stream 11 miles from Murphy, NC. Large front porch where you can listen to the creek from your rocking chair or you can enjoy a fire creekside in the Adirondack chairs. Easily accessed from a paved road... no 4WD required. Convenient to the Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy or countless waterfalls and hiking trails. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with a pet fee. Limit 2 . Cats are not allowed.

Pisgah Highlands Chestnut Creek Cabin
Cozy up in our newly renovated 1940’s creek side cabin. The back yard over looks Pisgah National Forest! Hike from the neighborhood trail into Pisgah, or drive 4 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Take a hot bath in our outdoor clawfoot tub and enjoy the sounds of the rushing creek. Try out the sauna and cold plunge in the creek! Just a 25 minute easy drive to Asheville. Rustic esthetic with modern amenities like Wifi and air conditioning! Pet friendly.

Creekside log cabin near Lake Chatuge & Blue Ridge
Escape to Compass Creek Cabin, a secluded creekfront log cabin nestled in a national forest. This private retreat offers a wood-burning stove, a wraparound porch, and a creekside firepit. Fall asleep to the sound of the rushing creek and enjoy hiking, fishing, and total relaxation. Just minutes from Hayesville, NC, and Hiawassee, GA, and Lake Chatuge, it's the ultimate mountain getaway for families, friends, and couples seeking adventure and serenity.
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