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

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Sheffield Mine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Franklin

When you stay at this cabin in Franklin, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Sheffield Mine. .This cabin is 22.3 mi (36 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine.
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What's nearby

  • Sheffield Mine - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 31 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 34 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Western Carolina University - 39 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 46 min drive - 59.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gondola’s - ‬14 min drive

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Thermostat - to conserve energy please set the thermostat at 75 in the summer and 68 in the winter, before you leave.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

3 total pets

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
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

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean. Well thought out. Our whole family really felt comfortable there. We all loved the house. Beds where very comfortable, the sheets where the best, top notch for sure. Wonderful house to have a family gathering, large rooms, with good space inside and outside as well. Kitchen was well stocked. Loved the veiws from the kitchen. Very quiet and peaceful. Wonderful place. Thank you very much for sharing, from the whole family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tanya was very easy to work with and the mointain views were breathtaking
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula s.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was very clean and comfortable.The host Tanya was so nice and the communication was great. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations....excellent stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the place

Wish we had more time there. Was a great fit for 6 adults and 4 kids 4-11 and an 11 month old. Kitchen was big enough to cook although we only did breakfast. I like it when you go somewhere and there are some staples there. The kids enjoyed the net pillow swings outside and if we had been there longer we would have made a fire outside. Would be great to go back and enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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