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Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc

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A wooden deck with benches and a table, overlooking a forest with autumn foliage.
A paved path in a wooded area with a wooden bench in the foreground.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs. A red sofa is positioned against the wall, and a fireplace is visible in the background.
A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a small table with a lamp.
A rustic cabin surrounded by dense forest with a wooden staircase leading up to it.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Otto, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Quest Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc

Update … pets stay free! $100 refundable pet deposit. Refund based on cleanliness is Cabin from pet stay abs no pet damage.

* Rest Assured knowing that this cabin is thoroughly sanitized and cleaned after each guest departs. * We have recently had new laminate floors installed throughout! No carpet - a cleaner, safer, non-allergenic environment for all guests! Also, a new stove has been installed.

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Welcome to the Owls Nest Cabin NC; this is your “home-away-from-home” retreat! We just love the quite mountain life, a lovely way to decompress, unplug and unwind.

Open living/dining/kitchen with 2BD/2B + sleeper sofa. Wood burning fireplace (43” TV has been installed above fireplace, with a DVD player & a wide variety of DVDs for your viewing pleasure). Large screened porch to enjoy nature. The perfect serene getaway.

** Recently an outdoor fire pit was added (with a few "camp chairs" in the laundry room which can be used around the fire). Picture yourselves sitting by a crackling fire, in a wooded setting, drink a glass of wine, or toasting marshmallows for your 'smores.

This home has been outfitted with many amenities that will make your stay comfortable, easy and affordable. And it’s so much more cost-effective than staying in a hotel (with much more privacy!).

So close to everything!
4m from the GA border (Dillard & Clayton area);
10 min Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
8m Estatoah Falls, Sky Valley, GA
10 min Franklin, NC;
1 hr Highlands, NC
1 hr to Cataloochee Ski Resort (Maggie Valley)
1.25hr Ashville, NC
3hr Chattanooga, TN

And close to sooooo many wonderful waterfalls!

What’s close by? Everything! Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops, farm to table produce, and so much more! Small hometown feel in the mountains. You can be as active or in active if you want to be.

Nestled on the side of a mountain facing the Smokies you won’t be disappointed! You can be as active, or as in active, as you want to be. The perfect getaway location!

Every Sat. evening (May-Oct) there’s Pickin on the Square in downtown Franklin – we have folding chairs for your convenience to enjoy the event. Wide variety of music!

We hope you enjoy our home and stay here in the Mountains as much as we do and that “y’all come back now … ya hear?!”

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$100 non-refundable pet deposit
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
On outside porch only - NO interior smoking!!!
* If guest needs to cancel reservation AFTER checking in and prior to the end of their reservation …
…there will be NO REFUND for additional nights not used, unless owner is able to flip Cabin and secure a new reservation for the time …
… that current guest had booked.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1715489vb
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Otto

Located in Otto, this holiday home is in the mountains. Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum and Macon County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 12 Spies Vineyards and Farm and The Factory. Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
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Otto, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park - 18 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 22 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 45 min drive - 63.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 54 min drive - 72.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Barricas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Hound Barbecue - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Dillard House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thai Paradise - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Owls Nest Cabin NC!<br><br>Close to Wineries, waterfalls, antique shops etc located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Chattahoochee National Forest. Andy's Trout Farm and Prentiss Bridge Stream Access are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The real mountain vibe

Coming from the flat S FL, we needed some outdoors adventures and mountain fun so much and we got exactly what we were looking for. The cabin resonates perfectly with everything around and offered everything we needed. Clean, cozy, pet friendly, with a nice location, just right for our family.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Thank you for the lovely review, Sabina. We’d love to host you again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, comfy, and cozy

Let me start off by saying if you want brand new, sparkling accommodations, you should just keep scrolling. HOWEVER, if you want comfortable, cozy, and quaint, this is your place. It's a little older. But don't let that fool you. It gives off "spending the night at grandma's" vibes that just warm your soul. The huge fireplace puts out some serious heat - and we needed it as it was 23° when we arrived. There was some confusion with the firewood as the owners had a new cleaning service, but Pam was very available with a quick fix. The screened porch was perfect for morning coffee and critter-watching (lots of birds and squirrels). And while the steep driveway is intimidating, my 2 wheel drive Jeep Cherokee made it up without any issues. The Owl's Nest is out in the middle of nowhere, while still being so close to so much. A short drive gets you to many different places - shopping, distilleries, restaurants, hikes, and waterfalls. Oh the beautiful waterfalls! I had no idea we would see so many gorgeous views and sites! Oh, and they aren't kidding - get some apples and walk down the road to the animals - donkeys, cats, dogs, and a HUGE pig to name a few, will come running for some rubs and snacks. To say we had a great vacation is an understatement. We were there for Thanksgiving week 2022 and while life has been so busy that I forgot to review until now, the memories we made will last forever.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we hoped

Promised family a wood burning fireplace in the mountains away from it all but not too far away… We got that and big white- tailed deer running across below, charming apple-loving burros, a friendly sow and horse and woodpeckers and peace and quiet and lots of relaxing beautiful mountains and waterfalls. Yes, we would come back again - very thoughtful, responsive owners. Lots to discover and enjoy nearby for any adventure appetite.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We enjoyed our stay very much. we had no problems at all with the property. The sofa is not comfortable, but manageable. Everything was really nice. We would reserve this cabin again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for hiking!

This house was located near our main AT section hike (albert mtn to deep gap) and convenient to pickens nose and 3 waterfalls we visited. Quiet location, just what we needed to accommodate our outdoorsy weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awake to birdsong

Owl's Nest is a lovely little cabin set in a gorgeously quiet hillside. Surrounded by trees, it's peaceful and secluded, and the the stillness is soul-soothing. The cabin was very clean, with great amenities, and Pam was extremely responsive and helpful. Day trips to various area attractions were easy - and beautiful - drives.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Thank you Kristine. We’d love to welcome you back any time!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice clean property. Comfortable king size bed.

Very nice quite place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nov. 2020

We enjoyed our stay at The Owl's Nest. The home was located in a wooded area off the main road, but yet, not so secluded or distant from other homes. The driveway is paved and has a steep turn, which may be difficult driving up in icy or snowy conditions depending on your vehicle type, but we didn't have any issues during our stay. The Owl's Nest was a comfortable retreat and included all the amenities during our stay. We really enjoyed the wood burning fireplace on chilly evenings and after spending our days exploring the area. The owners were very communicative and helpful. We hope to return some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Relaxing!!

The Owl’s Nest was decorated for Fall, which added to the ambiance of this cute cabin. It is secluded in the forest, but not far off the main road. We felt right at home, it was comfortable and inviting! We hiked in the Nantahala or Chattahoochee National Forests everyday, and came back to relax in front of the fireplace. We definitely recommend this mountain home!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Owl House Rules! 🦉🦉🦉

We just spent a wonderful weekend at the Owl House and we weren’t ready to leave. The location is excellent. Close to everything you need but you feel like you miles away from anyone. Ultimate privacy. The cabin was charming and had everything we needed and more. Be sure to stop at the Smoky Mountain Information Center. The staff is so helpful and have information about anything you’d possibly want o do in the area. Not to mention adorable keepsakes to take home. We arrived at Owl House well after dark and had no problem finding it with GPS — took us right to the front door. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and secluded

This was an extremely lovely stay! My family and I had our dogs with us and we enjoyed the seclusion of the cabin. We would definitely recommend this rental to anyone! And we will definitely be back soon! Thank you Pam and Steve!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Y'all come back any time! We <3 having you stay in our cabin and our cleaning lady said you were FAB guests!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Otto Cabin

Pam was a wonderful host and the cabin was exactly what our son & his family needed while finalizing the purchase of their new home. The cabin is well located and close to Dillard, Franklin & Clayton. If you are looking for a mountain escape the Owls Nest is a nice option. You are in the mountains and it feels like totally removed from the 'real world', but in reality you are close to everything.
Stayed 49 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Pam Bolter

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Steve and Pam fell in love with the Otto/Franklin, NC area in 2012, so much so that they decided to purchase their own quiet piece of the world! Animal lovers (especially canines) they are the proud parents of three fur-babies (all Boston Terriers). That is why they have opened up their vacation home to folks who are traveling with their four-legged kids. $20 per night pet deposit required (or only $100 for 7-days or longer - they try to keep traveling with pets affordable!).

Why they chose this property

"Disconnecting from electronics to reconnect with ourselves (or our loved ones) is absolutely essential for wisdom, strength and personal growth!"

Come "unplug" at our sweet cabin. Reconnect with yourself, and your family (or friends). Decompress from daily struggles; take time to listen to the quietness of the forest, the song of a bird, and the whisper of a breeze.

We do have very reliable internet (Cell service is hit or miss, but hey, it's the mountains!), and DirectTv with a 42" flat screen above the fireplace.

This wonderful location (which has neighbors nearby, but not too close) is very wooded with lots of birds, and the occasional bear, deer or fox.

Relax and read a book – or better yet, write a book!!!

What makes this property unique

This wonderful location (which has neighbors nearby, but not too close) is very wooded with lots of birds, and the occasional bear, deer or fox.

NO HUNTING on our land please!

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