Title: The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin Riverfront cabin in Franklin with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library - The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65330000/65324300/65324299/c37a9d43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65330000/65324300/65324299/5f651e54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65330000/65324300/65324299/bc009014.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65330000/65324300/65324299/6da8c3b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library - The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin (Franklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65330000/65324300/65324299/6d141063.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled near the Smoky Mountains, The Ruby River offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy granite countertops, hardwood flooring and wood beamed vaulted ceilings in this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom cabin. Take in tremendous river views from the Large Great room or work privately with high-speed Starlink internet service throughout. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin The Ruby River is a Beautiful Spacious 2 bedroom Riverfront cabin that has been totally remodeled. Enjoy the granite counter tops, new kitchen and appliances, gorgeous hardwood flooring and wood beamed vaulted ceilings. You will love the Large Great room with Tremendous River views throughout! Private work area with desk to enjoy working from the cabin if needed. High Speed Starlink internet service throughout the cabin. Awesome amenities! You can Fish, tube, swim or kayak from your own back yard. Wonderful Place for families to get together and Mountain weekends. Great location. only 5 miles to 5 major gem mines. Close to most Smoky Mountain attractions. Ask about our monthly rates. You won't want to leave! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36040000/36035500/36035482/5fe0166b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Farmhouse is located in the Beautiful Mountains of Western North Carolina. Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 88 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=36035482&PinnedHotelID=36035482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: children need to be supervised near river area. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 The Ruby River Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin Cabin The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin Franklin The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin Cabin Franklin ## About the area Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. [Visit our Franklin travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Franklin.dx8140) [View more Cabin rentals in Franklin](https://www.expedia.ca/Franklin-Cabins.d8140-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.278633,-83.44375&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qfjvElrh%7CN%3FS%3FQ%40S%3FQ%40S%40Q%3FSBQ%40S%40S%40QBSBQBSBQBQBQBQDQBSDQDODQDSDOFODQFQDOFQFOHOFOFOHOFOHMFOHOHMJOHMHMHKJMHMJMJKJMJKJKJKJKJKLIJILKLIJILILILGLILGLGLGLGNGLELELGNENELELCNCNELCNANENALCN%3FNCLANAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FN%40N%40NBL%3FNBN%40NDL%40NBLDNBNBLDNDLDLFNDLDLFLFNFLFLFLHLFJHLHLHLHJJLHJHJJLJJJJJJJJLHJJLJLHLJJHLHNHLHLHNHNFLHNFNHNFNFNFNFPDNFPFPDNFNDRDPBNDPDRBPDPBPBPBPBRBP%40R%40PBR%40R%40P%40R%40P%3FR%40P%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAP%3FRAPARAPARCPARAPCPCRCPCRCPEPCPEPEPCPEPEPGNEPGPGNEPGNGPGLGPINGNILGNINILINILILILKLILKLKLIJKLKJKJKJMHKJKJMHKHMJMHMHKFMHMFMHMFOFMDMFMFODMDMDODMDODOBMBOBMBOBOBO%40M%40OBO%3FO%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAM%3FOCOAMAOCOCOCMCOCOCMEMEOEOEMEMEMGOGMEMGMGMIMGMIMGMIKIMKMIKIMKKKKIKKKKKKKMKKKMIMKMIMIMIMKMIOIMGOIOGMIOGOGQIMGQGOEQGOEQGQEOEQEQEQEQCQEQCQCQCSCQCSCQCQASAQASCQ%3FSAQAS%3FQAS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=balF02HwdrXsW6ndjpMKSc5wU30=) Franklin, NC ### What's nearby - Mason Mountain Mine 5 min drive \- 8.2 km - Sheffield Mine 6 min drive \- 7.7 km - Old Cardinal Gem Mine 6 min drive \- 9.2 km - Rose Creek Mine 7 min drive \- 10.2 km - Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine 13 min drive \- 16.1 km ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 84 min drive ### Restaurants - Wild Rose Cafe 6 min drive - Duffell Hideaway 20 min drive - Big Wesser Riverside Pub 40 min drive - The Bend 14 min drive - Tokyo Japanese-Thai Sushi Bar 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin? ### What time is check-out at The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin? ### Where is The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Ruby River - Phenomenal Riverfront Cabin Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 27 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis H. Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful area, clean, kitchen essentials stocked so great!! ##### Alexis H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwyned B. Oct 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short vacation Great place to stay , will stay here again! Cabin was extra clean! ##### Gwyned B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara K. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat This is a lovely property on the Little Tennessee River. Spacious, clean, peaceful and well stocked! A great getaway. ##### Barbara K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney B. Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING We will definitely be back! Ruby River cabin was BEAUTIFUL and everything you could think of needing Belinda provided. Thank you so much!! ##### Courtney B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy W. Aug 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ruby is Awesome We've stay here several times. Never want to leave, seriously considered try to add a day or two, just didn't have time. Always super clean, excellent location!! Always quiet. Love it! Will be returning as soon as possible. Thanks!! ##### Troy W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian H. Jul 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place! Great for kayaks or canoe and we will be back again! ##### Brian H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle P. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Another five star property from Belinda Childs. Beautiful, well stocked home. Perfect for a weekend or week long stay. Comfortable beds, stunning views by the river. We visited the mines in the area on our lengthy stay. Campfires and fishing. It’s got it all! ##### Michelle P. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula L. Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Pictures do not do this beautiful cabin justice. We enjoyed every relaxing moment of our stay at Ruby River cabin. The cabin is extremely well stocked, very spacious and comfortable and in a perfect location. ##### Paula L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark S. Oct 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend stay Nice weekend stay. ##### Mark S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon R. Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This cabin is really nice. We felt at home here. The master bed was super comfortable and the owners have gone above and beyond to make their guest feel comfortable. We will definitely be back. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves. ##### Shannon R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tam P. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Getaway Beautiful cabin, very clean and room for a family. Location was great, road the train and it was just about 30 minutes away. Enjoyed the river every night w a fire. Definitely coming back ##### Tam P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy W. Sep 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smokies This place is Awesome! We have been fortunate to have stayed here a couple of times. Beautiful Cabin/House! ##### Troy W. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 12, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cabin Perfect cabin on the water. Well stocked, very cozy, and felt at home. We plan to return in the summer! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca D. Apr 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful river view We loved our stay at the river front cabin. It was extremely clean and had everything needed for a quick getaway. We were immediately comfortable upon arrival and highly recommend the property. Great host!! ##### Rebecca D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stan C. Jun 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location My wife and I simply love this place. Very breathtaking view of the river, peaceful and we enjoyed everything about the location and home. We will be back again. The accommodations were first class. Excellent communication. ##### Stan C. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray L. Apr 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property-beautiful setting The cabin was incredibly well equipped. Items were labeled and clearly marked. Very helpful! We will be back! ##### Ray L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shannon s. Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing This place is amazing. Eveybting that you will need.. pictures do jot do this house justice. Amazing beautiful property ..the sun rising over the water was just beautiful. We will definitely be returning ##### shannon s. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy B. Sep 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful cabin on the Little Tennessee River We enjoyed our stay at Ruby River Cabin. Very cozy, relaxing and well appointed. Exceeded our expectations. Top notch property. Felt like home. Loved the view of the Little Tennessee River. Thank you for sharing such a gem. Would love to visit Franklin again. ##### Kathy B. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim F. Oct 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Only problem was with the TV. Could not get ABC-CBS-NBC-or ESPN ##### Jim F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David L. Oct 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dave would come back afain ##### David L. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry J. Aug 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### no title Nice clean property. Internet is very weak. No cell service in the area so had to rely on internet calling which was very glitchy. ##### Terry J. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Mimi H. Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A clean and well-kept home on beautiful property by the river ##### Mimi H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodi M. Mar 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Cabin Conveniently located Cabin for all of our activities. Spacious and fully stocked for our needs. Great set up for kayaking although the weather did not permit kayaking on this trip. Would definitely stay again. The cabin is on a fairly busy road with traffic noise noted in the evenings. ##### Jodi M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David R. Mar 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great waterfront location We had a really nice stay. The cabin was stocked with everything we needed. The river views are beautiful. Would come back again. ##### David R. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany J. Nov 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Veteran's Day Stay We loved the cabin and the views of the river. The property was well-maintained and beautiful. ##### Tiffany J. 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