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Nestled in the heart of Western North Carolina, Wake Robin offers a serene creekside retreat. Relax on the spacious screened porch, take a stroll around the property and enjoy views of Cullasaja Falls from nearby hiking trails. A wood-burning firepit, outdoor living area and dining table await you.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 477 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit

  • Wake Robin

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    Wake each day to the serene sound of bird calls and soak in the scenic splendor of Western North Carolina at this peaceful, creekside cabin. Perfect for bird-watchers and nature lovers alike, this private hideaway takes full advantage of its rustic setting with features including a large yard with pea-gravel walking paths, a wood-burning firepit, and a wraparound screened porch where you can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the creek, along with visits from passing wildlife. The home is situated within easy reach of great hiking trails, fishing opportunities, gem mines, and beautiful waterfalls like Cullasaja Falls. Charming, downtown Franklin is only 11 miles away.

    You'll be able to enjoy all-day comfort on the spacious screened porch, with features including seating areas, an outdoor living area, and a dining table. Stretch your legs with a stroll around the property and stop to linger awhile under the gazebo. A separate porch area offers a quiet spot to sit beside the creek and also comes equipped with an outdoor fridge for cold drink storage. Evenings can be spent around the backyard firepit or in front of the wood-burning fireplace in the living room.

    An adorable retro-style fridge, a farmhouse sink, gorgeous wood counters, and an updated stove/oven are equipped for easy home cooking. A single-serve Keurig coffee maker is provided for morning brew convenience. The living room is well-furnished for family gatherings while the separate den provides a quiet spot for remote working or reading.

    Things to Know
    Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
    Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
    All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
    No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
    Streaming services are available with guests’ own account(s).

    Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

    Security camera details: Entrance of home and back yard.




    Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 832 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Scottish Tartans Museum and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja Falls
    Cullasaja Falls
    9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Lake Glenville is a reservoir located 8 miles from Cashiers, North Carolina.
    Lake Glenville
    14 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Dry Falls
    Dry Falls
    17 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls
    Bridal Veil Falls
    17 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine
    10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    21 min drive
  • Bojangles
    19 min drive
  • Gondola’s
    19 min drive
  • El Charro Mexican Grill
    19 min drive
  • Haywood Smokehouse
    19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cullasaja Falls and Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Lake Glenville and Arrowmont Stables are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Bird-watcher's creekside cabin with screened porch, fireplace, yard, & firepit Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is perfect. Everything is so well laid out for the ultimate mountain cabin get away from the decor to the amenities and cleanliness. We enjoyed it so much so we booked it again for 1st week in November while I am attending a class in Franklin.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

26th Anniversary Trip

We loved everything the home the surroundings and especially how amazing and peaceful everything was. Fabulous neighborhood and very wonderful neighbors that were so awesome made our stay even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect paradise

Everything about the cabin was wonderful! The attention to detail and guest comfort was unbelievable. We were truly able to relax and enjoy nature.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely weekend away!

This was our second time staying at the cabin. Such a peaceful place to relax and get away from it all. The cabin is furnished beautifully and the location is just off of the beaten path but still close to restaurants, shoes, and fantastic hiking trails! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Virlyn B.

Fall Break Trip

Very nice and clean. Peaceful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful find

So glad we found this gem of a property. Great location, well-stocked, lovely porches and landscape. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot. Very Restful

We will be back again. The listing matches what you see when you get here, and it is a beautiful space. Lots of butterflies in the middle of July here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Wonderful private cabin retreat

The entire property is beautiful, well-kept and inviting. But the large amount of screened-in porch space may be the best thing of all. The WiFi and TV was great, the beds were comfortable and everything just made us want to stay there—in spite of the fact that we had a wedding (and related activities) to attend.I would love to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

A cute little cabin in the woods!

My husband and I escaped to the mountains to see the beautiful fall foliage. This cabin was perfect - it had everything we needed, was very clean and comfortable, and was perfectly appointed. The porches were a favorite spot for taking in the sights and sounds of nature. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Anniversary getaway

This cabin is the perfect romantic getaway. The screened in porches were the highlight of the home for me. The creek that runs behind the house was so peaceful and serene. The queen bed was very comfortable and we slept as well as if we were at home. We didn't cook a lot at the house, but the kitchen is fully equipped. We would gladly stay again if coming to the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sterling S.

August 9 - 17, 2024

Nice secluded cabin in the foothills of the Smokies. Well appointed and decorated. Excellent water pressure. Expansive screened porch. Very nice washer and dryer area. A/C that works very well when needed. 20 minute drive to Franklin; 30 to Highlands or Cashiers. Truly enjoyed our week-long stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Love this place

We have used Vacasa several times and each time it gets better. Wake Robin was absolutely beautiful. The wrap around porches were so nice to sit and eat breakfast and have dinner. Inside was so very comfortable. We are thinking about coming back in the fall. Outside was so peaceful. I can't think of a way to describe it except for Awesome
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Fabulous cottage!

Porches, porches, porches! We love being outside and this home has plenty! Also, it’s quiet. No traffic noise! This is a very relaxing home and setting. Vacasa does a fabulous job. They sent information in a timely manner, called to check on how our check in went and had the home prepared and clean for our arrival. We plan to go back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

NC gem !

This is our second time staying at wake robin which speaks for itself. We absolutely adore this place and all it has to offer. It is so serene and peaceful from the flowing stream and mini waterfalls to the bird watching. It’s hard to feel any of life’s stressors here. All of the outdoor lounging sections have a different unique feel to them. The beds are so comfortable after a long day of hiking and exploring all of Franklin and surrounding areas have to offer. We will definitely be back! Thanks wake robin.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved it

We loved staying at Wake Robin. The bottom line • We LOVED it and will absolutely be back The Good • The Screen Porches. Lots of great places to sit. AWESOME • The queen bed was comfortable • Everything (almost) was well-labeled • Beautiful on the mountain • The fire pit • The grill inside the outdoor structure • Great communication with Vacasa • The decorations – my wife loved them. They put a lot of attention to those details (as a guy, not as important to me) • Instructions – all of them were really clear, before we arrived and once we got there The Bad • Honestly, the only negative was that I couldn’t figure out how to turn on the sauna, so I couldn’t use it
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet cabin in the hills!

What a wonderful cabin! I booked it because of all of the screened in porches. Unfortunately for us, the temperature dropped into the 40s, but I managed to spend some time reading and listening to the stream behind the house on the porch. We loved all of the details. The artwork and photos on the walls were wonderful. The bed was very comfortable. The shower was great! Our only problem was the WiFi and password were incorrect. We called guest services and were able to figure it out. Hope someone fixes that for the next person. Overall, a wonderful stay at a perfect cabin! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

We very much enjoyed this location and its beautiful creek and knickknacks. Loved the screened in porches. perfect for bugs. Nice and peaceful. Would love to go back definitely recommend and no cell service which was amazing.We had a minimal issue with sugar ants and contacted the company right away. I would recommend the company put in place a how to use guide for stuff around the house. We could not utilize the sauna as there was no instructions and no instructions on what was going on with the outside heaters. I did contact the company and they did reply via email, but there was no information on how to work them. The heaters were not working outside due to the owner needing to update the outlets.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creekside Cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin in the woods. It was a great way to relax and unplug for a few days. The porches were our favorite areas whether it be in the morning with coffee and a Bible or in the evening with popcorn and a movie. ( A bed swing would make the area AMAZING!) The weather was perfect when we were there to enjoy sitting outside to hear the creek and the crickets. We were able to visit several nearby towns including Highlands, Cashiers, Asheville and Franklin. This area is very remote and the nearest town, Franklin, is 15-20 minutes away. Be sure you are comfortable driving on steep, curvy mountain roads and have good breaks! We were surprised at the small amount of bath linens when we arrived (no wash cloths/ one bathroom was missing a hand towel). Two days later we discovered a large load of towels and other bath linens in the dryer (it's in the basement) and it was still very damp. Another time when drying only a few towels it took two cycles to get them dry. The dryer may need servicing. Overall we did have an enjoyable time at the little cabin and would recommend it for those wishing to get away from the busyness of life for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Quiet and relaxing spot and oh the porches

This is a fairly new property on VRBO and we booked it with no reviews and after staying there one can tell that the owner has invested a good bit of thought and time into this property with hospitality and comfort in mind. The house is about a mile off of the main road about half way between Franklin and Lake Glenville. We felt very safe and secure and relaxed at the property. We stayed there for five nights and despite having some Internet issues early on we were able to conclude the trip on a good and connected note. After checking out we learned that the property will have a back-up wifi if the DSL internet is out in the future. Cell phone coverage is nonexistent in this area. The property is better than what is photographed, which is a good thing. I would recommend to Vacasa, the hosting company during our stay and for many other properties in this area to step up their game. They could do better and should. House was very clean. We cooked several meals at the house and had essentially everything we needed. It was a good time to decompress. Lots of named waterfalls in the area which is how we spent our week. I mentioned the porches because that is why I booked it to begin with. Three separate comfortable sitting areas all screened in and within the sound of three gentle waterfalls behind the house. Looking forward to return to area in the Fall and stay at Wake Robin, unless after reading this you decide to book it up before we solidify our reservation. Cheers
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for a quiet getaway. You're a 20-30 minute drive to any conveniences but if you want an adorable cabin with everything you need, stay here. From the kitchen, to the decorations, to the outdoor cooking area, everything was well thought out. The best part are the covered and screen porches. I spent more time outside eating, reading, and working than inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The porch and outdoor spaces are excellent for enjoying the outdoors. We loved our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most perfect little cabin ever. Super clean. Well stocked kitchen. Comfy beds. Lots of amenities. All the porches! Have already booked to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Very nice cabin. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn P.

Cozy Comfortable Cabin

Thoroughly enjoyed the comfort, the amenities, relaxing atmosphere, timely communication. Overall space invited family gathering and space to be alone.