[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental Cabin in Franklin with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38105500/38105483/81e4e77e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38105500/38105483/dc3cc256.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38105500/38105483/1e940d84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38105500/38105483/9f193f1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38105500/38105483/056e251b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the Great Smoky Mountains in beautiful Macon County, North Carolina. Bear Cabin's cozy vacation rentals offer a rustic retreat with real log siding and railings, perfect for your next family vacation or romantic getaway. Enjoy amenities like free WiFi, a full kitchen with breakfast nook, and satellite TV service. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental Big Bear Cabin Rentals are found in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains in beautiful Macon County, North Carolina. Our charming North Carolina vacation rentals are located on a quiet wooded mountainside conveniently off of Hwy 441 in Franklin. Our cozy, fully furnished vacation log homes are a real breath of fresh air from the typical motel chains and are perfect for your next family vacation or that special honeymoon getaway. Real log siding and log railings give Bear Cabin a rustic look. Take advantage of the easy access and close proximity to town. Bear Cabin sleeps 4 adults comfortably in 2 bedrooms with queen beds; however, with a queen-size sleeper sofa, each can sleep up to 6 adults. A loft above the kitchen and dining area is perfect for kids and has a full-size futon mattress. Our cabins feature rustic furnishings and decor and include all the amenities you need, as well as free wifi. Bear Cabin features a full kitchen with breakfast nook in the dining area, stackable washer and dryer, and satellite TV service. All cabins have benches and fire rings in addition to outdoor grills and rockers on the front porch. A maximum of 2 pets are allowed in our cabins. A pet fee of $100 per pet (this includes pets of your own AS WELL AS pets brought to the property by friends, family, or anyone not in the booking party) must be paid at the time of booking and will be invoiced separately. Unless you have paid a pet fee and your pet is approved to be at the property, no pets (including the pets of any visitors as well as any stray animals) are allowed on the premises. Guests will be evicted immediately if any unauthorized pets are brought onto the property. The pet fee grants you permission to bring a pet; any extra cleaning and/or repairs of damage caused by the pet will result in additional fees. You are responsible for cleaning up any/all pet refuse; failure to do so will result in additional fees. We require an e-signed rental agreement which will be emailed after booking. Rental terms in the agreement are listed under House Rules on Airbnb, the general description on VRBO/HomeAway, or on our website. Big Bear Cabin Rentals reserves the right to cancel an Instant Booking if the guest does not agree to the terms of the rental agreement fully or refuses to sign it. Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out time: 10:00 AM Quiet hours: 10 PM and 8 AM. Self-check-in with lockbox. You will receive an email with check-in and out instructions approximately 7 days prior to arrival. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Size Restrictions Guests: Between 1 and 6 allowed Adults: Between 1 and 6 allowed Children: Any amount allowed Pets: Maximum of 2 allowed. Pet fee of $100 per pet is applicable and will be invoiced separately. Parking: Maximum of 2 vehicles allowed No parties or events allowed. No smoking policy in effect. To avoid extra cleaning fees, we ask that you clean up after yourselves and leave the cabins in good order. All bath linens should be left in the bathtub, dishes should be washed, dried and put away, floors swept and all the garbage should be collected and put in the garbage can outside. We'll take care of the bedding. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89060000/89056700/89056613/7c6c978d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Views w/Firepit, 2/1 Cottage, Creek, Starlink, ADA + Pet Friendly Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=89056613&PinnedHotelID=89056613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83440000/83431500/83431406/45656f68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Views, Endless views, Spacious home with privacy & hot tub Gem mining Franklin - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=83431406&PinnedHotelID=83431406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78330000/78320400/78320367/4a3b85f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rose Creek Retreat Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=78320367&PinnedHotelID=78320367&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69910000/69909700/69909642/c82b29d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Morning Glory Villa at Mill Creek Country Club Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=69909642&PinnedHotelID=69909642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35170000/35164600/35164508/w1282h849x1y0-e4d20a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creekside Mountain Villa in Gated Golf Course Neighborhood, Fireplace, & EV Franklin - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=35164508&PinnedHotelID=35164508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118208000/118207922/0a4f241e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Loft: Cabin Getaway w/Covered Porch & Stunning Mountain Views Franklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=118207922&PinnedHotelID=118207922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Access methods Lockbox ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b7d34x ## About the area Located in Franklin, this cabin is in a rural area. Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Rose Creek Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Factory and Franklin Golf Course. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Parker Meadows Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [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&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.15301%2C-83.38749&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VjkDNnEqQHmsj4muPRgN6WrY-rE=) Franklin, NC ### What's nearby - Whistle Stop Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - The Factory - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Franklin Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Mill Creek Country Club - 11 min drive - 9.7 km ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 81 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬3 min drive - ‪Old Ingles - ‬5 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive - Redneck Romeo’s ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bear Cabin - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Vacation Rental located? > Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Whistle Stop Mall. The Factory and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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