Entire cabin in Franklin, North Carolina

4 guests
1 bedroom
2 beds
1 bath

Hosted by Donna & Todd

Superhost
10 months hosting

Listing highlights

In the Smoky Mountains near Franklin

About a 5-min walk to the Little Tennessee River, with the Appalachian Trail at Tellico Gap 9 miles away

A fully equipped kitchen

Full-size fridge, stove, oven, and ample cookware in a kitchen built for real meals

Donna and Todd go above and beyond

Guests highlight the cozy feel, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches from hosts Donna and Todd

Escape to The Frolicking Fox! Cozy, pet-friendly cabin near Franklin, NC with rustic charm and modern comfort. If you've ever considered the tiny life, this is your chance to see what it can be. Just a short walk from the Little Tennessee River and minutes to hiking, fishing, rafting, gem mining & the Appalachian Trail. Enjoy Starlink WiFi, a full kitchen, fire pit, porch rockers & easy year-round access. Your Smoky Mountain adventure starts here!

The space
🏡 This warm, inviting cabin features:

Sleeps 4 guests – 1 bedroom with a queen bed. Also the Living Room – full-size pull-out sofa. Both with memory-foam toppers

A large timber frame front porch with rockers and a dining area

Fully equipped kitchen – full-size fridge, stove/oven, microwave, air fryer, crock pot, Keurig & drip coffee makers, toaster, mixer and ample cookware

55” Living Room Smart TV and a 40" Bedroom TV with Roku, Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube & more

Starlink WiFi for fast, reliable internet

Air Conditioning, Heating & ceiling fans for year-round comfort

Gravel driveway with parking for 2 vehicles

Guest access
🌄 Guest Access

Guests enjoy full, private use of the cabin and property, including:

Winter views of Tellico Gap, two peaks about 6 miles away that look amazing at sunset.

Fire pit, BBQ/smoker grill & outdoor dining area

Front porch with rockers overlooking Oak Cove Branch — perfect for morning coffee or sunset relaxation

🐾 Pet Policy

We love pets! Add the $75 per-visit Pet Fee to bring your furry friend along.

Other things to note
🗺 Nearby Adventures

You’ll be close to everything Western North Carolina has to offer:

Queen Branch Nature Preserve – <1 mile

Needmore Hunting Preserve – 5 miles

Appalachian Trail at Tellico Gap – 9 miles

Franklin – 11 miles

Bryson City / Deep Creek Tubing (GSMNP) – 16 miles

Nantahala Outdoor Center – 17 miles

Cherokee / Harrah’s Casino – 27 miles

Sylva / Dillsboro – 25 miles

Highlands – 31 miles

Asheville – 73 miles

Hike the Appalachian Trail to a fire tower, go whitewater rafting, mine for rubies, or simply relax under the stars — it’s all within easy reach.

🌲 What Makes It Special

Unlike other mountain rentals, The Frolicking Fox offers:

Easy year-round access via Hwy 28 (no steep or scary roads!)

Quiet seclusion with modern amenities

Authentic Smoky Mountain charm — a cabin that feels like home

💫 Guest Favorite

“Beautiful cabin, quiet setting, and close to everything we wanted to do. Loved sitting by the fire pit at night listening to the creek. We’ll definitely be back!”