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

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, stereo
Property grounds
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 477 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

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 Vacasa’s 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).
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

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




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 manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 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

Property is also known as

105101

About the neighborhood

Map
Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja Falls - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Jackson Hole Gem Mine - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Lake Glenville - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Dry Falls - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 25 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Asian King Buffet - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬22 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.

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation 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 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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10/10

This home is adorable, charming and with beautiful views. Totally loved our stay. Highly recommend this place. Cashiers, NC is close by as is the town of Franklin, NC.

10/10

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
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10/10

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

10/10

The cabin is tastefully decorated in a chic modern antique style. Many small details were included with the highlight being all the outdoor screen areas! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Very nice cabin. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10

Very nice and clean. Peaceful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10

Cute cottage. Very private
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10

Great place to kick back and chill 👍

10/10

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
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10/10

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
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10/10

The location, many porches and decks and the beautiful artwork and touches were fantastic. Perfect for a bestie getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

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

10/10

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
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10/10

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
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10/10

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.

10/10

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
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10/10

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
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10/10

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.

10/10

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

6/10

The owners of the cabin have done a wonderful job at decorating the cabin. The management company is less than desirable. Our check in was moved to 6pm. The Wi-Fi network and password was incorrect. No Wi-Fi connection, therefore no tv. The landline doesn’t work. The management company said they would send someone but never heard back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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
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10/10

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