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Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Franklin, NC
  • Sheffield Mine
    1 min walk
  • Mason Mountain Mine
    6 min drive
  • Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
    10 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views!

Craving nature, the outdoors and a family or friends getaway? This place is all that, plus very private. Enjoy the outdoor shower, Large Back Deck or Front Pergola with hanging benches and swings and firepit or also the large firepit, below both. Beautiful views day or night with the sound of nature and the stars shining bright and that fresh, aromatic mountain air! Located in Cowee Valley above the famous Sheffield Gem Mine and only a short drive to the town of Franklin, which offers breweries, restaurants, shopping and grocery stores.
Ruby Gem Cabin offers 4 bedrooms with 5 beds, a queen blow up and room on the large living room sofa to accommodate up to 11 people. The kitchen and dining room are large with plenty of chairs. 2 newly remodeled bathrooms with special design touches, plus an additional outdoor shower for the warmer months.
Plenty of parking.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and Sheffield Mine
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Franklin cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Tanya Campbell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 2 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (185.8 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Cozy and Private Gem Cabin in the Smoky Mtns of NC, dog friendly, great views! Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amberlyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love, Love, Love
We had a wonderful time. Tanya was so great. Easy to communicate with. We were so grateful to have our time here. Best place for our dogs. She even had sheets to cover furniture so that our fur babies felt at home being with us on the couch & bed. The view was beautiful!!! Had a wonderful time and it it so nice when the host is an wonderful as Tanya.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruby Gem
Great property! We look forward to staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect fall weekend
My family enjoyed time at the fire pit swings. You could see the stars listen to the night sounds. Lovely. The back porch had a big dining table we all gathered around. Property was clean. Lots of amenities. The only 4 star i gave was on property description: there was not an office with a sofa bed. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very clean and lots of room, very quiet and peaceful, private, everything you need for cooking. Host Tanya was very responsive and Richard was great. Can’t wait to come back in the spring. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation 2024
We have been coming to Sheffield Mine since 2005 and love staying in the Cowee Valley area. This is the first opportunity we have had to stay at Ruby Gem Cabin. It definitely checked all the boxes we look for when booking a vacation rental. King size bed, central a/c, WiFi, peaceful location. Tanya is an amazing host and her cabin is one of those places you hesitate to tell others just how good it is for fear it will be fully booked when you want to come back. Ruby was the best stocked cabin we have stayed in and even had a highchair for our grandbaby. I’ve already emailed to get details on the king mattress as we slept soundly through the night all week, something that doesn’t happen at home with our Tempur-Pedic. Tanya has a gift with interior design and Ruby reflects that. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cowee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two Night Stay
We rented this property for a visiting band to stay in and they loved it! The only issue was access to the property with a steep gravel road. Tanya is a fantastic, communicative, and welcoming host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing tranquil country home
I just can’t say enough about this property and the manager. Perfect place with plenty of room for our family. Very secluded and peaceful. Everything you could need for a long or quick get away. We will definitely be back. Tanya was so nice and helpful and very quick to respond. Absolutely wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great birthday
Was only one night but great views, great fire pit, great property. Everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024