Escape to Katie Creek Retreat, a secluded haven nestled in the Nantahala National Forest of North Carolina. Soaring ceilings and exposed log beams welcome you to this cozy cabin, where you can unwind by the wood-burning fireplace or soak in the hot tub under starry skies.
HIGHLIGHTS "Katie Creek Retreat" / Soaring Two-Story Tongue n' Groove, Exposed Log Beam Ceilings / Sparkling Hot Tub / WIFI / Wooded & Secluded, Private Setting / Small Mountain Stream / Wood Burning Inside Fireplace / Outside Firepit/ Updated "Cabin Decor" & Furnishings Throughout / Easy Access off Walnut Creek Road - State Maintained & Paved / Less Than 15 Minutes to Lake Glenville & Franklin / Less Than Half Hour to Highlands and Cashiers / Sleeps 6 Comfortably
THE CABIN Freshly appointed cabin, centrally located between Highlands/Franklin/Lake Glenville in the Nantahala National Forest of North Carolina. Nestled on over an acre of wooded, mountainous terrain - allowing for maximum privacy and seclusion, yet still only minutes to town and countless outdoor adventures.
Soaring tongue-and-groove, exposed log-beam vaulted ceilings welcome you as you enter the main living space off the covered deck. The fully-equipped kitchen, dining room and main living spaces all flow together for a roomy, light and open floor plan. Big 55” LED TV for viewing your favorite shows/movies. The large wood-burning fireplace is a definite focal point and perfect for gathering around during those cooler months.
Back out onto the expanded covered deck, you’ll find ample outdoor living space to soak in the peaceful wooded mountain views! Speaking of soak, an o-so-relaxing five-seater Hot Tub (w/ waterfall feature) awaits to melt away all your cares in the world after a long-day of outdoor adventures. An outdoor firepit is also the perfect place to roast those smores and enjoy the outdoors! A grill is also provided for those master chefs!
Back inside, on the main level past the kitchen you’ll find your full sized washer and dryer, also the full size bathroom (with stand up shower), along with the main level King Bed Primary Bedroom. Upstairs, you’ll find the two additional guest bedrooms; one with two twin beds and the other with a queen bed AND it's own private balcony. A jack-and-jill bathroom between the two bedrooms for convenient use. Perfect space for the kids or extra guests, allowing this cabin to sleep up to 6 guests very comfortably and "spread out".
THE SURROUNDINGS The cabin sits at an elevation of 3,000 feet, allowing for those cool mountain breezes even in warmer weather months. The entire property is heavily wooded & shaded, allowing for maximum privacy and a "treehouse" feeling when outside.
There is a freshwater spring on the property, right alongside the firepit, with a very small stream flowing from the spring into Katie Creek below.
The road to get to the cabin is completely paved and well maintained, all the way to the cabin's driveway (state highway). No overly steep roads! Short gravel driveway once you arrive to the cabin, which is a circular driveway making entry/exiting easy.
THE LOCATION Cabin is centrally located among some of western North Carolina's most popular destinations, including:
Outdoors (over 15 waterfalls to explore within half an hour or so): *Cullasaja Falls (10 Minute Drive) *Pines Recreation Area/Beach & Marina (Boat Rental) on Lake Glenville (15 Minutes) *High Falls (15 Minute Drive) *"Bust Your Butt" Falls (15 Minute Drive) *Dry Falls (20 Minute Drive) *Cherokee/Harrah's Casino/Great Smoky Mtn Nat Park (45 Minute Drive) *Bryson City/Great Smoky Mtn Railroad (50 Minutes)
Asheville (Biltmore Estate) & Gatlinburg TN are just over an hour’s drive away
Local shops, restaurants, breweries/wineries, boating/fishing the area rivers or on Lake Glenville, many other hikes/waterfalls, river rafting/tubing, golfing, horseback riding, ATV trails, zip lining – all within half an hour. An outdoor lover’s paradise! Close to so many other attractions and day trips, happy to provide more recommendations upon request.
TV / WIFI Yes, WIFI/Basic Internet is also provided and available. TV service provided by ROKU Streaming.
Arrival information along with our stay policies will be sent to each guest approximately one week before their arrival date.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Gravel flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a zoo
Near the marina
On a river
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: House/Potty Trained & crated (if left unattended)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Franklin, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Highlands Biological Station and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Franklin travel guide
Is Highlands/Lake Glenville Area-Hot Tub-Mtn Stream-WIFI-Seclusion pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Highlands/Lake Glenville Area-Hot Tub-Mtn Stream-WIFI-Seclusion?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Highlands/Lake Glenville Area-Hot Tub-Mtn Stream-WIFI-Seclusion?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Highlands/Lake Glenville Area-Hot Tub-Mtn Stream-WIFI-Seclusion?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Highlands/Lake Glenville Area-Hot Tub-Mtn Stream-WIFI-Seclusion located?
Situated on a river, this cabin 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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This was a wonderful location and wonderful house for our weekend trip. The house had everything and more that you would need for a comfortable stay. Really enjoyed using the fire pit and hot tube.
Had a lovely stay with our kids - location is good, central to Highlands, Franklin, Lake Glenville and Cashiers. House was exactly as described and very comfortable!
This was a great property. We really enjoyed our stay here very clean. The owners was very quick to respond. Any time we had a question would definitely stay here again.
Excellent cabin to try to unplug from the everyday hussle. Jacuzzi was excellent. We left early due to the impending Hurricane Helene but we will stay here again.
Really nice! Great location and the house was clean & comfortable. Nicely stocked with any supplies you might need. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back! Thanks for such a pleasant time!
Great location, comfortable house in the mountains
We enjoyed our stay at the house. Big enough for my husband, myself and three twenty something kids. We loved the hot tub after a long hike. Owners were very responsive to questions. Enjoyed the fire pit area on side of house.
We spent a wonderful week in this marvelous cabin. We, three adults and one dog, enjoy cooking in the spacious kitchen with all the necessary gadgets. Sitting in front of the fireplace at night allowed for relaxing, meaningful family time.
The home was great. Had everything and then some. It was so nice and peaceful. Tucked away in the mountains. Communication with Mike and his wife were spot on. We would stay there again for sure.
Thanks, Lori & Ronnie
We enjoyed our stay in the peace and quite and beautiful scenic surroundings. The mountains and waterfalls were breathtaking. We relaxed and cooked dinners. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need. Our first night there we did experience an issue with the TV and the hosts were very quick to take care of the problem. We would definitely go back and would for sure recommend it to others who are looking to relax and enjoy some down time.
Unlike most cabins I’ve rented in the past, this one provides all the amenities (soap, shampoo, laundry detergent, dish soap, dishwasher liquid, towels, garbage bags, towels, robes and even all the items to make s’mores! The checkout process was also easier than any other place I’ve stayed. The cabin had plenty of space, no noisy neighbors and was a short drive from over 15 different waterfalls. I highly recommend!!!’
Communication with owner since beginning of rental process went perfect. Arrival and entry info smooth.
The great room layout was very comfortab Hot tub and fireplace nice on a couple of chilly nights. Kitchen has everything you need but didn't do a lot of cooking. Being well located Between Franklin and the Highlands there are a lot of good places to dine in or pick up.
Plenty to do outdoors. Played the Mill Creek Golf course. Course well maintained and scenery beautiful. Take the drive to see cliffs on Whiteside Mountain.
The stay at this place was great! The cabin was very nice and the hot tub was awesome! It was easy to get to. Most importantly the owners were very accommodating to our questions. We would definitely reserve this place again.
We loved our stay at the Katie Creek Retreat! Quiet surroundings, beautiful and clean house and lots of extras that made our stay a treat. We will be back!
Great property. Hosts were responsive and house was awesome. House was on a gravel road that was a bit difficult to navigate but it’s perfect for someone looking for something secluded in the mountains.
Access to the home was very easy and the directions the GPS were perfect. The home is spacious and comfortable. The hot tub made the perfect ending for a day of shopping and exploring. The circular drive way was an absolute plus. It made entry and exit of the property very easy. The kitchen was well equipped, and it was nice having the on-site laundry facility.
This property was a great stay for my family. A quiet spot to relax after days out enjoying the region. Great supplies for cooking your own meals. You will be satisfied with a stay at this property.