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Unique Waterfall Chalet, Decks Over Huge Waterfall in the Nantahala! Pets OK!

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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Franklin, NC
  • Cullasaja Falls
    10 min drive
  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine
    11 min drive
  • Lake Glenville
    24 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Unique Waterfall Chalet, Decks Over Huge Waterfall in the Nantahala! Pets OK!

This two bedroom, one and a half bath chalet is perched atop Ledford Branch Falls, offering amazing waterfall views from its extensive network of decking. Nestled in a cove of rustic mountain cabins, the Waterfall Chalet is one of the most unique vacation getaways in the North Carolina Mountains! Relax on the decks and enjoy the sound of rushing water cascading over the rocks, or for a true sense of refreshment, dip your toes in the cool, pure mountain water at the base of the falls! The fresh air from the rushing falls and the pure ice-cold spring water is rejuvenating! You can sit under the waterfall if you are brave enough! The waterfall is illuminated with landscape lighting to provide dramatic night-time views as well.

This two bedroom mountain retreat is fully equipped with every amenity to ensure your visit is comfortable and carefree. Amenities include an open concept floor plan with very cozy stone fireplace with gas logs, rustic and relaxed furnishings, hardwood floors downstairs, large dining room table and ample seating for our guests. The living room has a large smart TV with all streaming services available for log-in, landline telephone, and Wi-Fi. A loft style, open concept master suite upstairs features a king size bed and its own half bath. The guest bedroom on the 1st floor has a queen size bed and also has its own TV with Roku. The full bath is quite functional with a tub/shower combo and a unique and artistic double vanity with stone vessel sinks. The fully equipped kitchen has been updated nicely and features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and stylish lighting. The kitchen is outfitted with all pots, pans, coffee maker, tea kettle, blender and more. The cabin is fully stocked with linens, bedding, towels, etc. Outdoor areas are special too, featuring a nice patio set and gas grill for outdoor dining on the deck overlooking the waterfall. The property also has a full-size laundry room and some covered parking under a carport.

Located in the heart of the Nantahala National Forest, midway between Highlands, Franklin, and Lake Glenville, this cabin offers the ideal mountain getaway. The fantastic location, with easy paved access directly off Walnut Creek Road makes this mountain cabin easily accessible for our visitors in all seasons! This cabin is the perfect home base for the outdoor enthusiast. World class hiking, camping and fishing are all within 30 minutes drive from the property. Lake Glenville, with its newly re-designed lake front beach area, is 5 miles from the cabin and so fun to swim in. If you are joining us in the winter, we are an easy 30 minute trip to Sky Valley for skiing too! HIghlands is a quick drive for world class shopping and dining. Small walking trails wind through our five acre property, perfect for a quick stroll with your pooch - and guests can try their hand gem mining or fishing in the creek above and below the falls.

A rustic bunk house on the property is also available for rent to accommodate a larger group. The 2 bdrm/1.5bth bunk house sleeps 6 people comfortably. Downstairs has a queen bed and full bath, and upstairs has 2 king size beds and a half bath in an open loft style bedroom. The property has a cozy living room/dining room combination with a well equipped kitchen. The bunk house is clean and very simply furnished. It does not have Wi-Fi. A TV with DVD player and a library of movies is onsite. Very comforatable acccomidations with brand new heating and air conditioning. The bunk house is only for rent in conjunction with the Waterfall Cabin and is not leased to separate parties. Please inquire for rates and additional photos.

Pets are welcome upon approval with an additional fee at the Waterfall Cabin, but due to the steep decking, lots of stairs and the very large waterfall on the property, young children are usually discouraged. The cabin is accessible via stairs to the main front door - so guests do have to be able to navigate stairs.

Mountain Cabin, Waterfall, Nantahala, Mountains of North Carolina, Franklin, Smoky Mountains, Highlands, Glenville, Macon County, Cabin Getaway, Western NC Mountains
During your stay at this chalet, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest.
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 10 minutes by car from Cullasaja Falls
This chalet offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Franklin chalet is smoke free.

Property manager

Joa Kelly and Nancy Lohnes

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting 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

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 2 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
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.

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Unique Waterfall Chalet, Decks Over Huge Waterfall in the Nantahala! Pets OK! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain retreat
The cabin is perfect and the waterfall that flows by it is so relaxing. We can’t imagine a more desirable experience. We hope to return with family and friends to share with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andree S.

Liked: Cleanliness
October leaves
Had an amazing stay at the cabin. Second visit to this property and absolutely love it! Clean, well stocked with linens & kitchen & location is perfect! Weather was wonderful. This is my happy place! Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rare that cabin exceeds pictures!
Waterfall cabin offers a waterfall view that is simply amazing. I am sure that you will not find a more inviting and tranquil cabin. Even at night while sitting on the deck the waterfall sounds paired with the lighting on the waterfall gives one such sense of beauty and peace. Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven on earth.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The waterfall and really the whole property is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfall cabin
Waterfall makes up for lots of problems like not a decent reading lamp in the cabin even in the bedrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soothing Retreat
This darling mountain/waterfall getaway was by far the cleanest and most organized place we've stayed in while in Franklin. It was comfortable and well furnished. The owners quickly answered questions we had and the sounds from the waterfall lull one into a sense of restfulness and quiet. The only hesitation we would have concerns the number of stairs to enter house, which is difficult for older people like us. Otherwise, a near perfect place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning and Enchanting
Thanks so much for one of the best places we have ever stayed. Very clean, organized and sacred location. My husband couldn't believe they had almost everything you need. Lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ahhh, tranquility .....
Our stay was terrific! The deck and waterfall are peaceful and beautiful. The house, well... feels like a home. You can tell there have been many wonderful family gatherings there over the years... love it! While my brother is building not far away, I see us renting Joa's and Nancy's place many times if our family overflows his new 3 bedroom house. (cauuuse needless to say, our adult children will still try to tag along if they can!) Thx Joa and Nancy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Candice L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous waterfall, unfortunate roadway
We were very excited to stay near a waterfall and we weren’t disappointed. The house was very clean and had everything we needed, however, the house really only holds four adults. We brought our 16-year-old and he slept on the couch, which was actually very comfortable. He said the rollaway bed was not comfortable at all. The waterfall was right out the back door and all the walkways were fun. The house is right next to the road though, and all the noise from cars woke us up throughout the night and could be heard throughout the day. We also had a small dog with us and the porch railing was a little scary for her because there was a large gap in the railing and she really liked to look over the edge. The road and porch were the only negatives to this property, but we had s good time visiting Franklin and Bryson City. We would happily return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon
Great stay and loved the waterfall!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Totally relaxing weekend
Beautiful cabin, and just like the description it sits right over the waterfall. We spent most of our time on the deck facing the waterfall in the comfy Adirondack chairs. The location is very convenient, easy to find and well within short, traveling distance to many hiking and tourist opportunities. A beautiful place and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a great time & we loved the place . Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G., Clover SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great place for a quiet getaway. Very clean and well supplied. Loved the deck overlooking the waterfall-peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
Great place. Beautiful waterfall. Convenient location. Comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Margo T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
It was a nice place, lots of outdoor space to enjoy, but didn't realize the neighbors were going to be so close. Not to much privacy. Road noise was annoying all night long. Beds were comfy. Shower was good. The waterfall made up for it all....sound was amazing relaxing and soothing (once the neighbors went in). Nice location being right in between towns of Franklin and Highlands. We enjoyed time in both towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
great spot on Ledford Creek
Was a very nice relaxing stay, cabin is super cozy and tidy. A few things to bear in mind when booking: there is little to no cell service at the cabin. The wifi connectivity can be spotty due to lightning strikes taking out lines. There is a fair bit of road noise at the cabin. It is not super private, the neighbors are quite close by across the creek.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar property
What a simply amazing place. Our family weekend trip could not have been complimented any better than by staying on this property. Besides being central to The Highlands and Franklin, the home was quite inviting. The pictures provided of the waterfall dont do it justice. The sound coming from the falls is so relaxing and the deck is very spacious. The falls was surprisingly larger than i was expecting. We all truely appreciated our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Just as described. Charming. Owners available for questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape the heat.
Water fall chalet exceeded our expectations. The owners took great care providing everything necessary for a comfortable stay and the views and decks were unbelievable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The cabin was beautiful! Very clean. Everything was provoded that you need while awhile. Road was loud. Neighbors had a barking dog. We enjoyed Highlands and Dry Falls. Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
44th Anniversary
Idyllic place for peaceful and relaxing stay. Everything was as stated and more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen h., Atlanta, Georgia USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a quick getaway
We loved our long weekend in the mountains at the Waterfall Cottage! It was easy to find and was everything we had hoped it would be. The waterfall is RIGHT next to the cabin and the sounds of the water are peaceful and calming. The beds are really comfy and the sheets are VERY soft. There are plenty of wine glasses and we even found a puzzle to get into on a rainy afternoon/evening. The cabin is very close to Highlands via a beautiful drive (a little scary at some parts actually, I'm glad we drove it in the daytime!) and we came back from Lake Glenville one afternoon from the other direction - also a beautiful bucolic mountain drive. We were very happy here and definitely would like to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Beautiful cabin with amazing relaxing view of waterfall and stream. We very much enjoyed our getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A really beautiful place.
Really well and thoughtfully appointed cabin. The waterfall is real, just as pictured. Comfortable furniture, beautiful blankets and throws, nice wall art and rugs. The decks are great. All the pictures in the ad are accurate. It’s a quick drive into Franklin which has some good restaurants. The drive into Highlands takes a bit longer but it is spectacular. This is a really great cabin for a nice getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
This beautiful property exceeded my expectations! The cabin was extremely clean and the outdoor space was incredible. The waterfall was absolutely gorgeous and it was so nice to enjoy it from the porch. The host had tons of games for little ones, patio chairs for the adults and many small amentites that were definitely not expected but made our stay great. We will definitely be back and we are so grateful that we were able to enjoy your wonderful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022